Akechi Mitsuhide serves as a captain and strategist for the Oda clan in the anime Nobunaga the Fool. He is characterized by a personality that stands as the mirror opposite of the protagonist, Nobunaga, yet he remains a sworn comrade who supports the clan regardless of their differing positions and ages. His approach to affairs is marked by calculated secrecy, and as Owari faces invasions from other countries, he consistently provides excellent strategies to support his lord.

In terms of personality, Akechi Mitsuhide is depicted as an intelligent, trustworthy, and helpful individual. He is a thoughtful man with moderate political views and an open mind. Visually, he is an adult male with blue eyes and black hair that falls to his shoulders. A key aspect of his role within the story involves his deep and complex relationship with Nobunaga, whom he helps extensively.

The character's development involves significant personal burdens and secret actions. At one point, he kills Nobukatsu, believing that if Nobukatsu were to become the successor after his father's death, the entire kingdom would fall. Mitsuhide then bears the pain of this hidden act on his own for the sake of the kingdom. Furthermore, he secretly harbors romantic feelings for a character named Ichihime. When Caesar forces Ichihime to marry him under a peace negotiation, Mitsuhide's feelings are broken, though they do not disappear entirely. He subsequently promises to protect Ichihime with his life. Later in the narrative, both Ichihime and Caesar die, and it is revealed that Mitsuhide is the true savior-king.

Regarding his abilities, his primary strength lies in his strategic mind. As a captain, he demonstrates excellent strategic capabilities that are crucial for the Oda clan's defense and operations.