OVA
Description
Orphaned by bandits in childhood after her brother sacrificed himself to save her, Kan'u Unchou (Aisha) dedicated her life to protecting innocents from similar tragedy. This resolve forged her into the famed "Beautiful Black-Haired Bandit Fighter," wielding the devastating Green Dragon Crescent Blade with masterful precision.
Her journey intertwined with fellow orphan Chouhi Yokutoku (Rinrin) after Chouhi's bandit-like antics caught her attention. Recognizing Chouhi's loneliness, Kan'u formed a sworn sisterhood, often assuming a protective, quasi-parental role despite their minor age difference. This bond expanded when Ryuubi Gentoku (Touka), the young queen of Shoku, sought to join them. Initially resistant due to Ryuubi's youth, Kan'u relented after witnessing Ryuubi's selfless leadership, accepting her as a sworn older sister and pledging fierce loyalty to their shared vision of peace.
Kan'u embodies fierce honor, stoicism, and relentless work ethic, frequently acting as the faction's disciplinarian and motivator. Early on, she rejected femininity as weakness, reacting with hostility to being called a "pretty girl" and showing no embarrassment when seen undressed. Her character evolved, however, to embrace vulnerability, particularly in romance. She developed feelings for Kazuto (Hongō), the time-displaced protagonist she initially mistook for the "Messenger from Heaven." Her loyalty to him deepened into romantic affection, leading to jealousy and eventual acceptance of his other relationships, including participation in a polyamorous dynamic.
As a strategist and field commander, Kan'u excels at boosting troop morale and executing precise combat maneuvers. Her physical prowess surpasses normal limits, enabling acrobatic feats and overwhelming combat effectiveness. Yet she possesses notable weaknesses: an intense fear of ghosts, difficulty adapting to sudden battlefield changes, and a tendency for emotions to dictate her actions. Her workaholic nature strains her health, and her culinary attempts are comically disastrous.
Interactions highlight her complexities. She faces recurring humor over appearing less "beautiful" than her legends suggest and for being mistaken as Chouhi's mother. Sousou, queen of Gi, relentlessly pursues her romantically, creating tension where Kan'u's principles clash with political bargains. Her protective instincts burn fiercely for her sworn sisters, especially defending Ryuubi's idealism against cynics. Across all portrayals, Kan'u shifts from rigid self-reliance toward embracing interdependence, balancing her warrior identity with growing emotional openness and unwavering loyalty to those she protects.
Her journey intertwined with fellow orphan Chouhi Yokutoku (Rinrin) after Chouhi's bandit-like antics caught her attention. Recognizing Chouhi's loneliness, Kan'u formed a sworn sisterhood, often assuming a protective, quasi-parental role despite their minor age difference. This bond expanded when Ryuubi Gentoku (Touka), the young queen of Shoku, sought to join them. Initially resistant due to Ryuubi's youth, Kan'u relented after witnessing Ryuubi's selfless leadership, accepting her as a sworn older sister and pledging fierce loyalty to their shared vision of peace.
Kan'u embodies fierce honor, stoicism, and relentless work ethic, frequently acting as the faction's disciplinarian and motivator. Early on, she rejected femininity as weakness, reacting with hostility to being called a "pretty girl" and showing no embarrassment when seen undressed. Her character evolved, however, to embrace vulnerability, particularly in romance. She developed feelings for Kazuto (Hongō), the time-displaced protagonist she initially mistook for the "Messenger from Heaven." Her loyalty to him deepened into romantic affection, leading to jealousy and eventual acceptance of his other relationships, including participation in a polyamorous dynamic.
As a strategist and field commander, Kan'u excels at boosting troop morale and executing precise combat maneuvers. Her physical prowess surpasses normal limits, enabling acrobatic feats and overwhelming combat effectiveness. Yet she possesses notable weaknesses: an intense fear of ghosts, difficulty adapting to sudden battlefield changes, and a tendency for emotions to dictate her actions. Her workaholic nature strains her health, and her culinary attempts are comically disastrous.
Interactions highlight her complexities. She faces recurring humor over appearing less "beautiful" than her legends suggest and for being mistaken as Chouhi's mother. Sousou, queen of Gi, relentlessly pursues her romantically, creating tension where Kan'u's principles clash with political bargains. Her protective instincts burn fiercely for her sworn sisters, especially defending Ryuubi's idealism against cynics. Across all portrayals, Kan'u shifts from rigid self-reliance toward embracing interdependence, balancing her warrior identity with growing emotional openness and unwavering loyalty to those she protects.