TV-Series
Description
Haruitsuki Abeno serves as the current master of the Mononokean, responsible for exorcising yokai that stray into the human world. A first-year high school student, he possesses blond hair and gold eyes, contrasting strikingly with his mature appearance. He dons a red haori over a white kimono for exorcism duties and a standard school uniform otherwise.
Trained by the previous master, Aoi, starting at age seven, unfounded rumors claimed he killed Aoi to assume the role. A significant childhood incident saw him lost in a forest for three days, where he befriended the fox yokai Yahiko; he initially forgot this encounter until their reunion years later.
Abeno exhibits a stern, short-tempered, and cynical demeanor, particularly towards humans, stemming from past experiences of disdain and disbelief due to his ability to perceive yokai. He prioritizes aiding yokai, believing them inherently lonelier and less supported. His interactions with his employee and classmate, Hanae Ashiya, gradually soften his disposition.
His abilities include summoning the Mononokean and opening portals to the underworld twice daily, though this severely depletes his energy, causing frequent exhaustion and sleep during school. He wields "Influence," a power to subdue yokai into submission, demonstrated when forcing the powerful Gyōsei to revert to human form. Abeno also detects yokai presences from great distances.
Key relationships drive his development. His transactional partnership with Hanae evolves into mutual trust and protectiveness; Abeno risks his well-being to shield Hanae, defying threats like Gyōsei's conditions and concealing dangerous missions. He shares a contentious, duty-bound dynamic with Rippō, the Legislator of the underworld who oversees his work; though frequently annoyed by Rippō's laxity, Abeno complies. His bond with Yahiko reflects childhood connections, while his reluctant acceptance of the yokai Fuzzy as a Mononokean employee reveals underlying care beneath his grumpy exterior.
Across the series, Abeno shifts from isolation towards gradual openness. He initially declares his actions are solely for yokai, particularly stating "Everything I do is for Aoi." Experiences with Hanae challenge his biases against humans, leading him to acknowledge the value of bridging both worlds. Moments of vulnerability, like expressing guilt over past failures or apologizing to Hanae, mark significant growth from his initially morose disposition.
Trivia notes include his birthday on the summer solstice (June 21), a height of 171 cm, a preference for seafood but distaste for squid. Academically, he excels in memorization-based subjects yet struggles with practical skills.
Trained by the previous master, Aoi, starting at age seven, unfounded rumors claimed he killed Aoi to assume the role. A significant childhood incident saw him lost in a forest for three days, where he befriended the fox yokai Yahiko; he initially forgot this encounter until their reunion years later.
Abeno exhibits a stern, short-tempered, and cynical demeanor, particularly towards humans, stemming from past experiences of disdain and disbelief due to his ability to perceive yokai. He prioritizes aiding yokai, believing them inherently lonelier and less supported. His interactions with his employee and classmate, Hanae Ashiya, gradually soften his disposition.
His abilities include summoning the Mononokean and opening portals to the underworld twice daily, though this severely depletes his energy, causing frequent exhaustion and sleep during school. He wields "Influence," a power to subdue yokai into submission, demonstrated when forcing the powerful Gyōsei to revert to human form. Abeno also detects yokai presences from great distances.
Key relationships drive his development. His transactional partnership with Hanae evolves into mutual trust and protectiveness; Abeno risks his well-being to shield Hanae, defying threats like Gyōsei's conditions and concealing dangerous missions. He shares a contentious, duty-bound dynamic with Rippō, the Legislator of the underworld who oversees his work; though frequently annoyed by Rippō's laxity, Abeno complies. His bond with Yahiko reflects childhood connections, while his reluctant acceptance of the yokai Fuzzy as a Mononokean employee reveals underlying care beneath his grumpy exterior.
Across the series, Abeno shifts from isolation towards gradual openness. He initially declares his actions are solely for yokai, particularly stating "Everything I do is for Aoi." Experiences with Hanae challenge his biases against humans, leading him to acknowledge the value of bridging both worlds. Moments of vulnerability, like expressing guilt over past failures or apologizing to Hanae, mark significant growth from his initially morose disposition.
Trivia notes include his birthday on the summer solstice (June 21), a height of 171 cm, a preference for seafood but distaste for squid. Academically, he excels in memorization-based subjects yet struggles with practical skills.