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Atsushi Dojo captains the Library Defense Force's "Team Dojo," holding the rank of First Lieutenant librarian. He excels at both combat operations and standard library duties despite his shorter stature, approximately 5'4". His leadership is notably strict, particularly toward subordinate Iku Kasahara, whom he drills rigorously during training. This approach stems partly from recognizing parallels between Kasahara's determination and his own younger self.
Outside his military role, he develops a personal relationship with Kasahara. Their initial friction evolves into mutual romantic interest, culminating in confirmed dating during the anime series. Physical gestures like head-patting become characteristic expressions of his care for her, often deployed when she feels discouraged. By the conclusion of the film *The Wings of Revolution*, their relationship progresses to marriage. A post-credits scene set one year later depicts them jointly serving as instructors for new Library Defense Force recruits following legislative reforms prohibiting weapon use.
His professional conduct reflects deep dedication to protecting intellectual freedom. During the central mission in *The Wings of Revolution*, he spearheads protection efforts for author Kurato Touma, targeted by censorship authorities due to his novel's resemblance to a real terrorist attack. This operation culminates in Dojo sustaining a gunshot wound to the leg while facilitating Touma's escape toward diplomatic asylum. Despite his injury, he maintains focus on the mission, entrusting Touma's safety to Kasahara as he recuperates at a bookstore. His actions during this crisis, alongside subsequent legal and international scrutiny, contribute to revisions of the Media Betterment Act.
Interactions with other Task Force members, such as Mikihisa Komaki, reveal his respected position and occasional vulnerability to teasing over his rigid demeanor. His commitment sometimes manifests as personal risk-taking during operations, though he prioritizes team coordination and protocol adherence when directing subordinates.
Outside his military role, he develops a personal relationship with Kasahara. Their initial friction evolves into mutual romantic interest, culminating in confirmed dating during the anime series. Physical gestures like head-patting become characteristic expressions of his care for her, often deployed when she feels discouraged. By the conclusion of the film *The Wings of Revolution*, their relationship progresses to marriage. A post-credits scene set one year later depicts them jointly serving as instructors for new Library Defense Force recruits following legislative reforms prohibiting weapon use.
His professional conduct reflects deep dedication to protecting intellectual freedom. During the central mission in *The Wings of Revolution*, he spearheads protection efforts for author Kurato Touma, targeted by censorship authorities due to his novel's resemblance to a real terrorist attack. This operation culminates in Dojo sustaining a gunshot wound to the leg while facilitating Touma's escape toward diplomatic asylum. Despite his injury, he maintains focus on the mission, entrusting Touma's safety to Kasahara as he recuperates at a bookstore. His actions during this crisis, alongside subsequent legal and international scrutiny, contribute to revisions of the Media Betterment Act.
Interactions with other Task Force members, such as Mikihisa Komaki, reveal his respected position and occasional vulnerability to teasing over his rigid demeanor. His commitment sometimes manifests as personal risk-taking during operations, though he prioritizes team coordination and protocol adherence when directing subordinates.