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Superintendent Ryōko Yakushiji, 27, operates within the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department's Criminal Investigation Bureau. A graduate of Tokyo University's elite Law Faculty, she previously served as Japan's Interpol representative in Paris and speaks fluent French, English, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, and Latin.
She is the daughter of Hiroki Yakushiji, president of the multinational security corporation JACES (originally the Japanese Empire Security Service), founded by her grandfather Masamoto Yakushiji. As the designated heir to JACES, she leverages this position to exert significant influence within the police force, aware that high-ranking officials depend on JACES for post-retirement employment (amakudari). This influence, combined with her knowledge of officials' secrets, renders her largely untouchable professionally.
Her personality showcases high intelligence, competence in investigations and combat, and notable arrogance. She is highly fashion-conscious, rarely repeating outfits, and favors wearing red. Her investigative style frequently disregards standard protocols, opting instead for direct action and the deployment of JACES resources. She exhibits a distinct fascination with the paranormal and horror, often encountering supernatural cases.
Her relationship with subordinate Assistant Inspector Jun'ichirō Izumida, 33, is central. Despite frequently bossing him around, assigning him tasks like carrying shopping bags, and using physical gestures such as a "Necktie Leash," she harbors romantic feelings for him. His obliviousness to her advances frustrates her, though moments of vulnerability emerge, like quietly asking him to "notice her more often" after a compliment.
Her enduring rivalry with fellow Superintendent Yukiko Muromachi ("Oyuki") dates back to their university days. Yukiko, representing decorum and protocol, frequently clashes with Ryōko's methods, though they reluctantly collaborate. Ryōko also interacts with her older sister Kinuko and employs two French maids, Lucienne (a hacker) and Marianne (a firearms expert), who assist in investigations and combat.
A significant development involves Monami, a clone created from Ryōko's DNA by antagonist Ruriko Isurugi (leader of rival security force JPP and co-founder of JACES's precursor). Initially intended to usurp JACES leadership, Monami defects to Ryōko after developing feelings for Izumida. Ryōko transitions from taunting Monami (notably about breast size) to acting protectively, placing her under the maids' supervision.
She confronts conspiracies orchestrated by Ruriko, extremist factions within JPP, and the covert police division "Shiba," which aims to discredit her and establish a privatized military. Key moments include thwarting a JPP-led coup utilizing brainwashed Japan Ground Self-Defense Forces soldiers and surviving assassination attempts, such as a tank attack during a falsified anti-terror drill. While resolving immediate threats, Ruriko's emergence with a new clone implies ongoing conspiracy.
Her combat prowess is demonstrated through hand-to-hand skills, marksmanship (like disabling a rogue anti-terror robot with a precise shot), and leadership in confrontations, often supported by JACES tactical teams. She operates from a luxurious penthouse in Tokyo's Minato Ward.
She is the daughter of Hiroki Yakushiji, president of the multinational security corporation JACES (originally the Japanese Empire Security Service), founded by her grandfather Masamoto Yakushiji. As the designated heir to JACES, she leverages this position to exert significant influence within the police force, aware that high-ranking officials depend on JACES for post-retirement employment (amakudari). This influence, combined with her knowledge of officials' secrets, renders her largely untouchable professionally.
Her personality showcases high intelligence, competence in investigations and combat, and notable arrogance. She is highly fashion-conscious, rarely repeating outfits, and favors wearing red. Her investigative style frequently disregards standard protocols, opting instead for direct action and the deployment of JACES resources. She exhibits a distinct fascination with the paranormal and horror, often encountering supernatural cases.
Her relationship with subordinate Assistant Inspector Jun'ichirō Izumida, 33, is central. Despite frequently bossing him around, assigning him tasks like carrying shopping bags, and using physical gestures such as a "Necktie Leash," she harbors romantic feelings for him. His obliviousness to her advances frustrates her, though moments of vulnerability emerge, like quietly asking him to "notice her more often" after a compliment.
Her enduring rivalry with fellow Superintendent Yukiko Muromachi ("Oyuki") dates back to their university days. Yukiko, representing decorum and protocol, frequently clashes with Ryōko's methods, though they reluctantly collaborate. Ryōko also interacts with her older sister Kinuko and employs two French maids, Lucienne (a hacker) and Marianne (a firearms expert), who assist in investigations and combat.
A significant development involves Monami, a clone created from Ryōko's DNA by antagonist Ruriko Isurugi (leader of rival security force JPP and co-founder of JACES's precursor). Initially intended to usurp JACES leadership, Monami defects to Ryōko after developing feelings for Izumida. Ryōko transitions from taunting Monami (notably about breast size) to acting protectively, placing her under the maids' supervision.
She confronts conspiracies orchestrated by Ruriko, extremist factions within JPP, and the covert police division "Shiba," which aims to discredit her and establish a privatized military. Key moments include thwarting a JPP-led coup utilizing brainwashed Japan Ground Self-Defense Forces soldiers and surviving assassination attempts, such as a tank attack during a falsified anti-terror drill. While resolving immediate threats, Ruriko's emergence with a new clone implies ongoing conspiracy.
Her combat prowess is demonstrated through hand-to-hand skills, marksmanship (like disabling a rogue anti-terror robot with a precise shot), and leadership in confrontations, often supported by JACES tactical teams. She operates from a luxurious penthouse in Tokyo's Minato Ward.