Suzaku is one of four legendary beasts summoned as shikigami by Kaoru Okita to aid the Mobile Shinsengumi in combat. Alongside Genbu, Byakko, and Seiryu, Suzaku emerges during battles against unlicensed monsters and adversaries. Embodying the element of fire, it mirrors its mythological identity as the vermilion bird guardian of the southern sky. Suzaku’s power activates when allies face severe threats or peril, with its full abilities unleashing solely at critical junctures to support the team. Its design adheres to traditional depictions, reinforcing its role as a fiery protector within the series' fusion of historical and mythological fantasy.