Naosuke Ii is a tall man with grey hair and grey eyes who serves as the head of the Tokugawa shogunate in the anime Samurai Jam -Bakumatsu Rock-. He holds the position of tairō, or Grand Elder, which grants him overwhelming political authority. His background is rooted in a lineage that has served the Tokugawa family for generations, and he operates as a shadowy mastermind within the story. He is single-mindedly devoted to his ideals, displaying a cold and calculating side that treats others as tools to achieve his ends. His personality is marked by an unwavering loyalty to the shogunate and a fierce determination to maintain its control, which often leads him to make brutal decisions. Despite this ruthless reputation, he shows a softer side in his deep concern for his subordinates and a strong appreciation for Japanese culture and tradition. His motivations are driven by a desire to preserve the shogunate's power and protect Japan from foreign influence. Notably, he idolizes Yoshinobu for his pure and innocent personality, and he is willing to forgive only Yoshinobu. In the story, his role is that of a powerful antagonist who works for the Tokugawa family and seeks to collect all five Peace Souls. His key relationships include his devotion to Yoshinobu and his role as a foil to the rockers who rise up against the shogunate's oppressive rule. His development is tied to his unwavering adherence to his convictions, which ultimately defines his arc. He is a skilled swordsman and master of martial arts, using his physical strength and commanding presence to intimidate opponents. His hobbies include drinking tea and playing Go, and he has a skill for sculpting. He prefers vegetables and dislikes meat.