Tokiyuki Hojo (
He was the heir to the Kamakura Shogunate before its fall in 1333. A survivor of the Hojo clan, Yorishige will take him to Suwa where he would be disguised as a servant boy working for the Suwa shrine, Chojumaru. He is the leader of the Elusive Warriors.
Appearance[]
Before the time skip, Tokiyuki Hojo is a short boy with a light complexion. He has long, ink-black hair that was tied in a ponytail with a gold accessory band and parted bangs that tucked into his ponytail. Until Kamakura fell, he was seen wearing a green suikan patterned with the Hojo clan emblem (mitsuuroko), decorated with red ribbons weaved on the rim, a purple Kimono complementing his eyes, and a white undershirt underneath, completed with blue, broad Shimo pants that came to an abrupt slimming at the knees. He sported sandals with white tabi and carried a sword fixed on his waist with a red belt.
After Kamakura fell, he is disguised as a Shinto shrine assistant under the instructions of Yorishige Suwa, which consists of a white suikan, again with red ribbons weaved on the rim with yellow kikutoji. A white yukata and a purple Kimono, several tones darker than the previous one. He wears a thicker belt that forms a large ribbon on the front. He wears broad red pants which cinch and slim at the knee. Decorated with matching kikutoji and a now inverted Hojo emblem, resembling a pinwheel.
After the 1337 time skip, Tokiyuki Hojo sports short, fresh hair tied in a high ponytail that comes to a halt at his neck, and fringe that covers his brows near the center, parted on both sides and tucked behind his ears. His face framing pieces are kept to his shoulders with a slight curl on the tips. He is seen wearing a white ribbon on his hair, in remembrance Yorishige Suwa's eboshi. He is still wearing his a purple kimono and white suikan, although it is now decorated with a single red bow as opposed to the previous yellow kikutoji seen before. The pattern of his pants altered as well, from three triangles to a repeating pattern of three five-pointed stars mixed with intricate vine patterns.
The 1340 time skip presents to change in wardrobe aside form replacing his white hair ribbon to the crown gifted to him by Lord Akiie, and slightly longer hair.
Personality[]
Before Kamakura fell, he was a carefree individual who simply enjoyed the excitement of fleeing and leisure, leading him to skip classes and triggering chases between him and Hojo servants. However, after Kamakura fell, he experienced betrayal after betrayal, first from the General he respected, Takauji, and then his uncle, which caused him agony and doubt. Yorishige Suwa, the priest of Suwa, a loyal follower in debt of the Hojo Clan, and later Tokiyuki's adoptive father, sheltered him and gave him retainers and friends.
From then on, Tokiyuki has to learn to become a leader who wins by fleeing and living and recruiting retainers that may be of use.
History[]
Tokiyuki was born as part of the Hojo clan being raised as the future heir of this, he was taught what he should know to occupy his father's position in the future, at the age of 8 he was expelled from his land by Takauji and being sheltered by Yorishige, from that moment Tokiyuki had the mission of taking revenge on Takauji as well as discovering the reason for his betrayal.
After settling in Suwa Shrine he met Kojiro, Shizuku and Ayako who would be his subordinates on his mission.
After overcoming various tests Tokiyuki and his company would meet Genba and Fubuki who would join him later.
After the events of VS Kokushi Arc, Hoshina and his army would become allies of Tokiyuki.
During the preparations for the Nakasendai War, he would meet Hachiro Miura who would be his vassal.
At the end of the Nakasendai War, all of his allies would know that he belongs to the Hojo clan and would join him in his plan to retake Kamakura.
Abilities[]
- Elusive: Tokiyuki has an innate ability to run away from any situation, an ability that would evolve to be used in a real battle.
Equipment[]
- Armor: During the nakasendai rebellion, Tokiyuki is first given full military general armor. But is weighed down greatly, instead opting for slimmer, light weight armor that allowed more freedom of movement.
- Sword: Tokiyuki is skilled in both archery and swordsmanship. seen using both in combat. Tokiyuki carrying a katana with a green hilt at most times, but on special occasions using Onimaru. the heirloom sword of the Hojo clan.
Relationships[]
Family:
- Hojo Takatoki: Although their relationship was not shown, it is known that they both loved each other.
- Hojo Kunitoki: Although they were not full blood brothers, Tokiyuki loved his brother and was very fond of him as he told them his problems.
- Hojo Yasuie: Knowing that his uncle was alive, he is happy to return him again, even though he knows that his uncle is a liar.
Friends:
- Suwa Yorishige: Although at first he seemed like a strange person, Yorishige became a vastly important person to Tokiyuki. His most dependable retainer and later on Eboshi-oya. Yorishige taking on the role of Tokiyuki's adoptive father.
- Shizuku: A loyal retainer and skilled steward. A sibling like relationship.
- Kojiro: Although at first he was destined to be his vassal over time and the fights they have had, they are considered good friends and companions, Tokiyuki fully trusts his decisions and abilities, even considering him an important part of his army.
- Ayako: Tokiyuki met her when he was trying to escape to Shinano and would trust her due to her strength. After Ayako helped him in the Verbal Battle Arc, Tokiyuki would trust her more.
- Kazama Genba: Although their relationship at first was merely professional, over time both have earned his trust.
Allies:
- People of Suwa Grand Shrine: Upon Tokiyuki's arrival at the Suwa Grand Shrine, both the warriors and shrine maidens would greet him in a grand manner. These would know Tokiyuki's true identity and help him in any problem he had.
- Three Great Generals:
- Mochizuki Shigenobu: Being one of Suwa's great generals, Tokiyuki would have respect for him over time. Tokiyuki earned his respect for his abilities so he would help him with his plan to retake Kamakura.
- Nezu Yorinao: As with Mochizuki and Unno, Tokiyuki has respect for him.
- Unno Yukiyasu: As with Mochizuki and Nezu, Tokiyuki has respect for him.
- Hoshina Yasaburo: Although at first they had a small rivalry due to a conflict of ideas between Tokiyuki and Hoshina, both knew how to fix it and cooperate together from that moment on, Hoshina respects Tokiyuki, offering his help when he needs it, even accompanying him in the Nakasendai war.
- Miura Hachiro: Although at first he would not have the trust of his new men, it would be after the first battle in the Nakasendai War Arc that he would gain the trust of his men and Hachiro.
Enemies:
- Ashikaga Takauji: Being a loyal warrior to the Hojo clan, Tokiyuki always felt respect and admiration for him until he found out that it was Takauji who planned the attack on Kamakura and therefore the murder of his father and brother, so Tokiyuki has had resentment towards him ever since. Takauji at first not remembering Tokiyuki, but acting out irrationally and violent at the mere mention of his name.
- Ogasawara Sadamune: Being one of his first rivals and enemies, Tokiyuki shows respect towards his skills as an archer so he tries to learn from him, despite being enemies they both share mutual respect for each other. Tokiyuki later on expressing how he sees him as a father and mentor.