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Description
Genryusai is a founding member and one of the elders of the World Ninja Association, or WNA. He is a legendary ninja of considerable power and experience, though his everyday demeanor is calm and laid-back. He is the twin brother of another ninja named Genunsai, and in contrast to his brother's more energetic personality, Genryusai is notably more reserved and quiet. He typically refers to himself using the pronoun "washi".
In terms of his role within the story, Genryusai serves a crucial function as a mentor and guide for the younger generation of ninjas. He is first seen visiting Van after the boy's father is injured in an incident, and it is Genryusai who informs Van of the existence of the WNA Academy, providing the initial motivation for him to enroll. He subsequently takes on the training of Van, as well as other young characters like Burton and Kappei, teaching them the ways, skills, and power of ninjas. His approach to teaching is characterized by patience, a quality he demonstrates as his students face various challenges and enemies, specifically the creatures known as Space Ninjas.
Genryusai's motivations are rooted in his responsibilities as an elder of the WNA. He is committed to protecting the ninja world and guiding new recruits, a task that includes investigating threats such as the Space Ninja incursions. This sense of duty is also evident in his past conflicts. It has been revealed that he once had a long-standing rivalry with a character named Doma, whom Genryusai consistently defeated in combat. This led Doma to create a powerful ninja jacket, though Genryusai ultimately defeated him once more.
Throughout major story events, Genryusai takes an active leadership role. When the WNA headquarters is taken over by the Shadow Ninja, he escapes and informs his students of the situation. During a conflict with a figure named Harold who threatened to disband the WNA, Genryusai personally intervened to counter the decision. As the situation escalates, he is shown going into battle himself, requesting a specially made ninja jacket from Doma to fight more effectively. In combat, he demonstrates his legendary skill, even managing to effectively drive back a powerful opponent named Luke before his ninja jacket is damaged, forcing him to retire from the fight.
Regarding relationships, his most significant family tie is to his twin brother, Genunsai. While Genunsai tends to have a more wild appearance and energized personality, Genryusai is the quieter of the two. Beyond his family, his key relationships are with his students, including Van, Burton, and Kappei, whom Kappei's grandfather, Genunsai, specifically sent to Genryusai for training. He also has a notable past with Doma, shifting from rivals to allies when the need arises. While his history is shown to include these significant battles and political confrontations within the WNA, any further specific details of his character development beyond these established events remain unspecified in the available information. He is also noted to have a personal fondness for salmon.
In terms of his role within the story, Genryusai serves a crucial function as a mentor and guide for the younger generation of ninjas. He is first seen visiting Van after the boy's father is injured in an incident, and it is Genryusai who informs Van of the existence of the WNA Academy, providing the initial motivation for him to enroll. He subsequently takes on the training of Van, as well as other young characters like Burton and Kappei, teaching them the ways, skills, and power of ninjas. His approach to teaching is characterized by patience, a quality he demonstrates as his students face various challenges and enemies, specifically the creatures known as Space Ninjas.
Genryusai's motivations are rooted in his responsibilities as an elder of the WNA. He is committed to protecting the ninja world and guiding new recruits, a task that includes investigating threats such as the Space Ninja incursions. This sense of duty is also evident in his past conflicts. It has been revealed that he once had a long-standing rivalry with a character named Doma, whom Genryusai consistently defeated in combat. This led Doma to create a powerful ninja jacket, though Genryusai ultimately defeated him once more.
Throughout major story events, Genryusai takes an active leadership role. When the WNA headquarters is taken over by the Shadow Ninja, he escapes and informs his students of the situation. During a conflict with a figure named Harold who threatened to disband the WNA, Genryusai personally intervened to counter the decision. As the situation escalates, he is shown going into battle himself, requesting a specially made ninja jacket from Doma to fight more effectively. In combat, he demonstrates his legendary skill, even managing to effectively drive back a powerful opponent named Luke before his ninja jacket is damaged, forcing him to retire from the fight.
Regarding relationships, his most significant family tie is to his twin brother, Genunsai. While Genunsai tends to have a more wild appearance and energized personality, Genryusai is the quieter of the two. Beyond his family, his key relationships are with his students, including Van, Burton, and Kappei, whom Kappei's grandfather, Genunsai, specifically sent to Genryusai for training. He also has a notable past with Doma, shifting from rivals to allies when the need arises. While his history is shown to include these significant battles and political confrontations within the WNA, any further specific details of his character development beyond these established events remain unspecified in the available information. He is also noted to have a personal fondness for salmon.