Skyward Sight | Tenjiku | Tokyo Avengers

Their bond is built on absolute acceptance. Hanma finds in Kisaki what he sorely lacks—a purpose and relief from boredom—and Kisaki gains the perfect performer who never asks unnecessary questions.

· For Kisaki, Hanma is a “tool” that can be replaced, but is also the most reliable and effective.
· For Hanma Kisaki, it's the "God of Death" who gives him a sense of celebration and chaos, never letting him get bored.

Their official profile describes their relationship as "a sincere friendship that has blossomed into camaraderie." Kisaki may view Hanma as expendable, but Hanma himself will do anything to protect him.

🔥 "I'm your dog as long as I'm having fun."

Hanma doesn't follow Kisaki out of blind loyalty or money. He does so because Kisaki's schemes provide him with an endless source of thrills, and Kisaki doesn't try to control him or "fix" him.

· In Hanma's eyes, Kisaki is the only person who doesn't try to change him, and he's completely fine with that.
· Kisaki once directly asked Hanma why he was so loyal to him, to which Hanma replied mysteriously: “I will answer you this question when you die.”

Hanma was born on October 27, 1989, in the red-light district (Kabukicho), where he had no family. From an early age, he was lonely and sought an outlet for his aggression in street fights, earning him the nickname "God of Death" (or "Death from Kabukicho").

His life changed dramatically after meeting Tetta Kisaki. Kisaki offered him a goal, and Hanma became his loyal partner and right-hand man, participating in his plans to seize power in Tokyo.

During his career, he managed to be in different gangs:

· Toswa: Captain of the 6th Division.
· Mobius: Interim leader.
· Valhalla: The de facto leader (NO.2) and one of the key figures opposing Tosva.
· Sky (Tenjiku): Member of the top.
Hanma is a classic adrenaline junkie. He has no interest in power or money for their own sake. His only motivation is to escape his all-consuming boredom. Street violence and chaos are not his goal, but his pastime.

He is cruel and sadistic, taking genuine pleasure in the suffering of others and in the process of battle itself. While he's enjoying himself, he's completely indifferent to the consequences and destruction he leaves in his wake.

His relationship with Kisaki was complex. Hanma was well aware that Kisaki was using him as a tool, but he cared little, as Kisaki's plans provided him with an endless source of entertainment. It was a kind of symbiosis: one provided the ideas, the other the power and chaos.

📏 Appearance

· Height: Tall, 192 cm, which gives him a significant advantage in combat.
Hairstyle: Black hair with a bright yellow streak down the center. The sides are shaved, and the bulk of the hair forms a pompadour.
Distinguishing marks: Tattoos of hieroglyphs on his arms. On his left arm, he has "罪" (Sin), and on his right, "罰" (Punishment). He also wears a long gold earring in his left ear.
Clothing: In his youth, he wore a white sweatshirt and leather pants. In his later years, he wore light-colored striped suits and glasses, giving him a more relaxed appearance.

Canine Loyalty: He's often compared to a golden retriever in the fandom—he's devoted and emotionally dependent, despite being outwardly rough. His attachment to Rindo is an attempt to find "his pack."
· "Mad Dog" without a master: After Izana's death, he is lost. In headcanons, unable to cope with the grief, he continues to "hear" or "see" Izana, which borders on insanity.
Role in "Bonten": Fans often place him there as an executioner who does dirty work. He becomes Rindō's bodyguard and terrorizes his enemies, but remains "dumb as a brick."
Relationship with Rindou: Interacting with Rindou is his outlet. The official character book states that he complained to Rindou about the enemy's strength and boasted that together they could take over the world. In headcanons, their bond is that of a strange friendship, like that of "two masterless dogs."
· Weaknesses: Fans love to play up his "poor" nature - he's always begging for ice cream from Moccia and manages to get into trouble: he gets hit by a car, or Ran throws him down the stairs for drunken disorderly conduct.

Ultimately, Shion is a tragicomic character. He's funny, pathetic, and terrifying all at once, and his greatest pain is being needed by anyone other than the "king."

The key fan headcanon is that Ran and Rindo grew up in a dysfunctional family, where they were forced to literally survive on their own. Their mother died giving birth to Rindo, and their alcoholic father initially tried to send them to an orphanage, then locked them in their apartment and took out his anger on them.

Because of this, Ran became Rindo's "adult" from an early age: he dressed him, fed him, put him to bed, and protected him from his father's drunken nagging. One of the most powerful headcanons describes their first serious fight at ages nine and ten: when the older boy threatened them and Ran feared for his brother's life, it was little Rindo who single-handedly broke the attackers' knuckles, after which Ran kissed him in gratitude.

🤝 Dynamics in communication

Fans agree that their communication is a mixture of endless banter and absolute trust.

· Tone of Communication: Ran constantly flirts, teases, and trolls Rindo, calling him "Rin Rin," and Rindo responds with snaps and dismissive remarks ("Go to hell").
Roles: Ran is the "brains" and "face" of the couple; he negotiates, flirts, and makes decisions, while remaining lazy. Rindo is the "muscles" and "support"; he is more serious, responsible, and prone to perfectionism.
Habits: Rindo may be the "little brother," but in everyday life, he often acts more "mature" while Ran is posing. Ran insists on doing everything together, even when they live apart (for example, coming in to wash his brother's hair when he simply asks for shampoo).

Personal space and partners

Because their relationship is perceived as almost "Siamese," fans often play up jealousy and the complexity of romantic relationships with them.

Possessiveness: Ran is extremely possessive of his brother and very wary of his partners. In headcanons, he specifically seeks out an apartment for secret meetings so that his new partner doesn't cross paths with Rindo and irritate him over trivial matters.
· Rindou: In the eyes of the fandom, Rindou is a closet romantic who loves reading novels and believes in "soulmates", but hides it carefully for fear of Ran's ridicule.

Sanzu in "Under the Sky" is a complete joke. He sees Izana (Maika's brother), Mucho (who doesn't notice Sanzu's glare), and Shion (the former leader of the Black Dragons, about whom Sanzu knows the whole truth and has no respect). His entire role in the gang is to endure and wait for Maika to return.

Among ourselves in communication
Izana and Kakucho: The King and His Servant

This is the most complex and profound relationship in the gang. Izana speaks to Kakuchō with a superior air, demanding his unquestioning obedience: "Your job is to follow me, as a servant should." He can be cruel and distant, but in rare moments he displays trust bordering on vulnerability: "I'm not afraid because I have you." Kakuchō, in turn, is the only one who can talk back to Izana, yell at him, or shake him when he behaves like a child. He fears for him and is willing to protect him with his own life.

😈 Izana and Kisaki: Strategist and Tyrant

Kisaki interacts with Izana as an equal, but always maintains a respectful distance. Their conversations are full of sarcasm and mutual understanding at the drop of a hat. For example, when Izana asks what's wrong, Kisaki replies, "Nothing," and Izana immediately changes the subject to mundane matters like hair dye. Kisaki is the only one whose ideas Izana listens to, even if she doesn't always agree.

🗡️ Others: Tools and Observers

Izana treats the rest of the gang like tools. He gives orders without brooking any objections.

Among themselves, the top brass communicate more casually, but with an eye on status. The Haitani brothers trade barbs and jokes, while Mocchi and Shion can simply stand silently next to each other, understanding each other without words. They share a common past, but each maintains a facade.
They often bark at each other.

Driving habits

Izana is the king of the passenger seat. He believes driving is beneath him, so his personal chauffeur is Kakucho. He rarely gets behind the wheel himself, but when he does, he breaks all the rules and hates parking with a passion.
Kakucho is the only responsible driver. He obeys the speed limit and doesn't drink and drive. In his youth, he did crash his motorcycle into a ditch with Izana once, but he learned his lesson.
Ran is hopeless behind the wheel. He lacks patience, has poor eyesight, and is adamant that everyone should give way to him. He believes charismatic people don't need to drive.
Rindo drives more often than his brother, especially enjoying nighttime driving. At first, he stalled the car 30 times in a manual transmission, for which Ran teased him for a week. The car is a constant mess of rims and random bags.
Mocci is a reliable driver of a huge pickup truck. Sometimes he drives a bit rough, but everything is under control.
Mucho is the best driver and chief instructor. He tried to teach everyone how to drive, and it was his car that was covered in scratches from his students' unsuccessful attempts.

Ice cream
Izana: Sorbets or sophisticated ice creams with such a complex combination of flavors that they can be purchased in exactly two stores in all of Japan.
· Ran: Vanilla-chocolate. If it's ice cream in scoops, then white chocolate with nuts.
· Rindo: Frozen beer in popsicle molds and called it a day.
Mucho: Doesn't have a favorite flavor. When out with the "kids," he simply gives them money and says, "Take the same ones for yourself, I'll wait outside."
· Mocchi: Either an ice cream stick (strawberry, chocolate with sprinkles) or the biggest ice cream cone in the store.
Shion: His poor ass is always begging others to lick it. That's why he hangs out with Mocchi in the summer.
· Kakucho: Creamy. He's a simple guy.
· Coco: Expensive imported ice cream that costs more than several people's salaries.
· Sanzu: Sour - lime or lemon.
· Kisaki: Prefers milkshakes instead of ice cream.
· Hanma: Kisaki buys him waffles with ice cream and whipped cream.

Izana Kurokawa is the most tragic "king" in the universe. His story is one of loneliness, a loneliness he tried to fill with power but never succeeded.

👤 Appearance

Izana was short (165 cm) and slender (58 kg). His tanned skin was a reflection of his Filipino heritage, and his bleached-white hair was styled with a side part. His violet eyes always seemed empty. He wore a red Skylanders uniform and earrings shaped like hanafuda cards.

📜 History

Izana was born from his father's affair with a Filipina, but his stepmother, Karen, abandoned him to an orphanage. There, he met Kakucho, who declared himself king and Izana his servant. He later became close to Shinichiro Sano, who visited him and taught him everything. The bitter truth that he wasn't his biological son shattered his world.

Envy of Maika flared when Shinichiro wanted to pass the Black Dragon on to his younger brother. Izana felt betrayed. After Shinichiro's death, he fell into apathy, but Kisaki brought him back to life, creating the "Sky Under"—for revenge and to establish his own "kingdom."

During the Battle of Kanto, he fought Mikey on equal terms but lost. When he tried to shoot his brother, Kakuchō stopped him, and Kisaki fired—Izana shielded his friend with his body. As he lay dying, he realized that Kakuchō was his true family.

🎭 Character

As a child, Izana was kind and caring, but loneliness made him ruthless. He strove for absolute power, having been helpless as a child. He viewed his subordinates as tools, and ruled through fear, wanting to create a "kingdom" where he would be accepted.

🥊 Combat skills

Izana was the strongest in the Sky Realm, fighting on equal terms with Mikey. His main weapon was his "Invincible Sense": he could read his opponent's movements and counterattack effortlessly. He had no "no kill" limit, making him deadly.

He's sensitive to being perceived as the "weak brother" and constantly tries to prove otherwise. Unlike Ran, he prefers to "go for broke" rather than to be cunning. At the same time, Rindo loves expensive things and luxury.

⛓️ Their Paired Connection and History

"Battle in Roppongi": When brothers were just 13 (Ran) and 12 (Rindo), they challenged the leader and vice-leader of Roppongi Kyogoku, the largest gang in Tokyo at the time. Ran easily defeated the leader and then assisted Rindou, who locked the vice-leader's joints. As a result, the vice-leader died from his injuries, and the brothers were sent to juvenile detention.

Tattoos: They have a matching tattoo that covers half of each body: Ran's is on the left side, and Rindoh's is on the right. The design forms a single unit when the brothers stand next to each other. The symbolism includes a spider, a snake, and flowers—an orchid (Ran's name symbol) and a bell (Rinndoh's name symbol).

Fighting Style: They fight exclusively in pairs. Rindo immobilizes the opponent with joint locks, while Ran strikes with a club or fists. Alone, their effectiveness is significantly reduced.

Role in gangs: After the colony, they joined Izana's "Under Heaven" as the Four Heavenly Kings (wearing black uniforms to distinguish themselves). They later became key figures in the "Rokuhara Tandai" and "Kanto Manji." In the final timeline, they run a club in Roppongi.

Their strength lies not in fair combat, but in absolute unity. Ran and Rindo are not just brothers, but a single entity, where one thinks and the other strikes.

The Haitani brothers are perhaps the most famous duo in the entire Tokyo Avengers universe. Ran and Rindou are inseparable: they've ruled Roppongi since they were 13, fighting side by side through every gang, and complementing each other like a perfect machine. Their story is a blend of brutality, charisma, and brotherly devotion.

🌸 Ran Haitani (Older Brother)

Appearance: Ran is tall and slender, standing at 183 cm (6'1") tall and weighing around 70 kg (155 lbs). He has long hair, which he wears in braids: the roots and ends are dark, while the middle and tips are light. His eyes are purple, and his eyebrows are straight, visually distinguishing him from his brother. His build is more lanky, without any noticeable muscles. He wears an earring in his left ear.

Personality: Ran is a calculating and cunning strategist. His signature trait is "winning without playing fair." He prefers to use weapons (a telescopic baton or a brick) and strike unexpectedly to ensure he defeats even a stronger opponent. Despite his calm exterior and lazy smile, he is extremely brutal in battle. Ran is vain: he loves being the center of attention, posing, and looking impressive. However, his greatest weakness and attachment is his younger brother. Ran cares for him, is deeply distressed when Rindo is injured, and even deliberately repeated a year of school to be in the same class as his brother. He respected Izana and Kakuchō, but only to a certain extent.

🐉 Rindo Haitani (Younger Brother)

Appearance: Rindo is slightly shorter than his brother, standing at 172 cm and weighing approximately 65 kg. He has light-colored hair with blue highlights, styled in a curtain style, and wears glasses. His eyes are purple, but his eyebrows, unlike Ran's, are arched upward. He has a more muscular build than his older brother.

Personality: Rindō is a sadist by nature, taking genuine pleasure in hearing his opponents' cries of pain as he breaks their joints. He is more straightforward, quick-tempered, and arrogant than Ran. Rindō is extremely confident in his own strength, which sometimes leads to reckless decisions.

Shion Madarame is a character whose reputation and actual combat skills are comically at odds. He is one of the most brutal, yet considered the weakest of his generation.

📜 History

Shion was the ninth head of the Black Dragon and desperately tried to hold on to power, which brought him into conflict with Kazutora and the future founders of Toswa. It was Shion who incited Kazutora and was the cause of the Black Dragon's downfall.

After this, he became one of the Four Heavenly Kings of the "Heavenly Realm" and received Izana's order to eliminate Mikey.
🎭 Character

Shion is a bloodthirsty and brutal bandit, a true "Mad Dog." He's capable of beating down opponents and isn't above using brass knuckles. His main traits are arrogance and boastfulness, which are completely unsupported by any real-world results.

At the same time, he is fanatically devoted to Izana and remained with him even after death, which makes him not just a villain, but a complex and even tragic figure.

🥊 Combat skills

Shion is a master of dirty tricks and brute force. His signature weapon is brass knuckles, with which he can defeat multiple opponents.

However, his skills in a fair fight are quite dismal: Shion regularly loses to strong opponents with a single blow. He was defeated by Ryohei Hayashi, Sendo, and even simply thrown aside by Benkei. As a result, he is rather strong against weaker fighters, but completely helpless against the elite.

Kakucho Hitto is one of the most tragic and loyal figures in the Tokyo Avengers universe. He's not just Izana's right-hand man, but a man who rose from a broken orphan to a formidable fighter whose loyalty became both his strength and his curse.

📜 History

Kakuchō's fate was tragic from the start: he lost both his parents in a car accident, which left him with a deep scar across his left eye. Once in an orphanage, he was withdrawn and distrustful, ready to give up, but meeting Izana Kurokawa changed everything—he became his "king," his brother, and his reason for living. From then on, Kakuchō followed him everywhere, becoming his right-hand man and one of the four Heavenly Kings of the "Heavenly Realm."

🎭 Character

Kakucho is a man with a strong moral compass, often referred to as "Tenjiku's conscience." He abhors dirty tricks and murder, but his unconditional loyalty to Izana leads him to overlook many things. He disagreed with Izana's plans to kill Emma Sano and even asked Takemichi to save Izana from Kisaki's influence. His loyalty isn't blind obedience, but a conscious choice, rooted in shared pain and a brotherly bond with the man who gave him purpose.

🥊 Combat skills

In terms of strength, Kakuchō was second only to Izana himself. He possessed phenomenal speed, rendering even Angry in his "Crying Blue Ogre" form unable to react to his attacks. In addition to his speed, he possessed brute strength, capable of sending a larger fighter, such as Keizo Arashi, flying.

Ultimately, Kakucho is a figure who embodies the tragedy of loyalty. He is someone who found meaning in serving others.

Tosva
The main gang. From a hooligan brotherhood, it descended into a criminal syndicate.

Mobius
Toswa's first serious enemy. The eighth leader, Osanai, was defeated by Mikey in one blow, and the remnants joined Toswa.

Valhalla
Kisaki's tool for splitting Toswa from within. Infamous for Baji's death.

Black Dragon
Shinichiro's legendary gang, which has degenerated into a brutal machine by the tenth generation.

Sky
Izana's army to destroy Mike. The core is the brutal S-62 generation.

Brahman
Guardians of the Balance, who replaced Toswa. Leader - Senju.

Rokuhara Tandai
Vultures of the Sengoku era. Leader of South Terano.

Small gangs
Vatican (broken by Mikey as a child), Shonan Mermaids, Killer Bee, Yotsuya Kaidan, Max Maniac, Jugem, Night Dust, ICBM, etc.

The Skywalker is not just a gang, but an entire criminal empire built on fear and money. Their primary activity is violence and intimidation aimed at seizing power in Tokyo, but with very specific goals.

💥 Primary objective: Destroy Tosva

It was a war of annihilation. Kisaki and Izana created the Sky Kingdom to break Maiki and absorb Toswa, transforming it into a crime syndicate. Their strategy was extremely aggressive: they attacked Toswa's squad captains individually, weakening the organization from within. According to Kisaki, this would lead to the complete collapse of Maiki's gang.

🗡️ Methods: Terror and "Wallet"

Physical Abuse: Members of the Celestial Empire, including the "S62 Generation," engaged in extortion, robbery, and brawls to expand their influence. Izana ruled through fear, and his subordinates followed his orders without question.
Financial Power (Koko): Koko became the gang's "treasurer" and main financier. Muto forced him into joining so he could use his financial talents to grow the organization. This made the Skywalkers more than just a street gang, but a serious force with resources.

The visual embodiment of their philosophy: the color red, the Yin-Yang symbol, and ideal hierarchy. Here's a detailed description and romanticization of it.

🔴 Basic Form: Red Cloak

Outerwear
The uniform consists of a long red cloak or coat with a high collar. High-ranking officers wear cloaks of a special length, emphasizing their status, while rank-and-file members wear simpler jackets.

Symbols and mottos
The back of each coat is embroidered with the Yin-Yang emblem—the gang's central symbol. Above the emblem is the inscription "First Generation" (初代), and below it is the kanji for "Yokohama" (横浜). The sleeves and back of the uniform are adorned with gang mottos, adding texture and pathos.

🖤 ​​Haitani Brothers' Special Uniform

An exception to the rule
Only two members—Ran and Rindō Haitani—wear a special black version of the uniform. This isn't just a nod to style, but rather a celebration of their unique position and unity as the "Yin and Yang" within the gang itself. Their black coats feature a skull motif on the collar, and a light-colored belt and gloves complete the look.

✨ Romanticization of form

The "Heavenly" form is more than just a fabric. It is a cocoon in which broken souls are wrapped, searching for their place.

Red isn't just aggression, it's life, pulsating under the pressure of cruelty. It screams that they're alive while they fight. It's the color of blood spilled for the "king," and the color of the sunset over Yokohama, where they built their cruel paradise.

The Yin-Yang on their back represents frozen harmony. Within their world, full of chaos and violence, there's room for absolute devotion and understanding at the drop of a hat. It's a symbol that even the darkest gang has its own philosophy and its own codes of honor.
The Haitani's black cloaks are a special case. They are like two shadows gliding through the streets in a sea of ​​red. Their black color isn't mourning, but the elegance of predators. They don't blend into the crowd; they stand out, demonstrating that even among the elite, there are those who stand apart.

Executors and strategists

Yasuhiro "Mucho" Muto (Performer)
Tall, muscular, with perfect features. His blond hair is styled into a neat pompadour, and his turquoise eyes are cold and calculating. It's as if he was born to command, not to obey. Height: 187 cm.

Tetta Kisaki (Chief of Staff)
Refined and intelligent. He's of average height, with blue eyes behind glasses and light hair shaved on the right side of his head. He favors elegance and precision, and his left earring completes the look. Height: approximately 174 cm.

Hajime "Koko" Kokonoi (Financial Genius)
He is a work of art, created from cold calculation and tragedy. His asymmetrical black bangs fall in a curly wave down the right side of his face, framing his cat-like eyes. Their gaze is both captivating and terrifying. Height: 174 cm.

Shuji Hanma (Kisaki's Right-Hand Man)
Tall and dangerous. His black hair, bleached in the middle, is styled with the sides shaved, lending him an aggressive look. He wears a long gold earring in his left ear. The characters for "Crime" and "Punishment" are tattooed on his arms, and he's always smoking a cigarette. Height: about 187 cm.

Haruchiyo "Sanzu" Akashi (Performer)
Tragic and gentle in appearance, his long pink hair falls to his shoulders, framing a face with downcast eyes. Scars at the corners of his lips are a permanent reminder of the pain he endured, hidden behind a black mask. He has numerous ear piercings. Height: 172 cm.

The top of the "Heavenly"

Izana Kurokawa (Leader)
A frail youth whose figure is deceptive: it conceals a bottomless darkness. His skin glows with a warm tan, and his hair—the color of burnt bone—is parted in a way that suggests tragedy. His violet, almost empty eyes pierce; in his left ear, he wears a hanafuda earring, a symbol of transience and a broken destiny. Height: 165 cm.

Kakucho Hitto (Chapter of the Four Heavenly Kings)
He is the embodiment of sacrifice and power. His body is muscular and strong, but his face is slashed by a deep scar, a reminder of the pain he has endured. His hair is cut short, almost bald. His gaze is a mismatched color—one glowing red, the other deathly pale. He wears a uniform barefoot and a long earring in his right ear. He is 180 cm tall.

⚔️ Four Heavenly Kings

Ran Haitani (Older Brother)
Lanky and lithe as a snake. His long hair is braided into tight pigtails, alternating strands of jet and gold, and falls over his shoulders. His violet eyes are always appraising. On the left side of his torso is a tattoo—an extension of the mark he shares with his brother. He has an earring in his left ear. Height: 183 cm.

Rindo Haitani (Younger Brother)
Lean and trim. His short blond hair, styled casually into a curtain, shimmers with blue streaks in the sun. His drooping eyes have a lazy look. Rindo wears round glasses, giving him a deceptively innocuous appearance, and a silver earring in his left ear. Height: 172 cm.

Kanji "Mocchi" Mochizuki (Strongman)
A giant rock. His height—192 cm—is imposing, and his powerful build is hidden behind his form. His dark hair is pulled back into a mohawk with a braid hanging down to his neck. His angular eyebrows give him a truly menacing, animalistic appearance. Height: 192 cm.

Shion Madarame (Dangerous and Unpredictable)
He's wild and untamable. His long, blond hair is parted to the right, and the left side of his head is shaved, revealing a lion tattoo running down his neck. There's a small scar under his left lip. He has multiple ear piercings. Height: 178–180 cm.

Other key figures

Yasuhiro "Mucho" Muto (役員)
Leader and former captain of Tosva's 5th Squad. Betrayed Tosva to join the Celestial Empire. Known for his dual approach: gaining someone's trust and then exploiting them for his own ends. Engaged in "dirty work" and kidnappings.

Tetta Kisaki (総参謀)
The Chief of the General Staff, who joined the gang after being expelled from Tosva. A true strategist and manipulator, he uses the Skyward Sector as a tool to achieve his goal of controlling Mikey and taking over Tosva.

Hajime "Koko" Kokonoi (役員)
A financial genius and the gang's "treasurer." He was recruited by Mucho, who used him as a "trophy"—a financial resource to strengthen the organization. He joined the "Celestial Empire" for profit.

Shuji Hanma (役員)
Kisaki's right-hand man and confidant. He joined the gang alongside him. His motivation isn't money or power, but rather the pursuit of thrills and fun. He's capable of cruelty for fun and often acts like a "zombie" in combat, withstanding numerous blows.

Haruchiyo Sanzu (役員)
A former deputy captain of the 5th Division who transferred to the "Underworld" along with Mucho. His role in the gang's structure is less visible, but he remains an important figure. He later joined the "Kanto Manji."

The top of the gang

Izana Kurokawa (総長)
The absolute leader and "king." A powerful, cruel, and unpredictable tyrant who keeps his subordinates in fear. Obsessed with hatred for Maiki and everything connected to his brother Shinichiro. He is the heart and support of the "Celestial Empire."

Kakucho Hitto (四天王の筆頭)
Izana's right-hand man and the leader of the Four Heavenly Kings. He is Izana's most loyal companion, having been with her since the orphanage. Despite the gang's brutality, Kakuchō adheres to his own code of honor: he does not use weapons and abhors killing on the battlefield.

⚔️ Four Heavenly Kings

The gang's strongest fighters, reporting directly to Izana, are the captains of their squads.

Ran Haitani (灰谷蘭)
One of the kings and the eldest of the Haitani brothers. In the official character book, Ran listed Kakuchō as the only person he truly respects. His fighting style is cold and calculating, and his main weakness is his desire to control the situation.

Rindō Haitani (灰谷竜胆)
Rana's younger brother and one of the kings, although some sources classify him as a leader. He is always at his brother's side and is his second in command. He often teases Rana and knows how to irritate him.

The kanji for "Mocchi" is Mochizuki (望月莞爾)
One of the kings and a representative of the "S62 Generation." A large and physically powerful fighter who values ​​a fair fight and dislikes dirty tactics. Along with Shion, he often becomes the butt of Izana's tantrums.

Shion Madarame (斑目獅音)
One of the kings and also a representative of the "S62 Generation." Formerly the leader of the "Black Dragon." Considered Izana's "first dog," he is inferior to Kakuchō in strength. He is prone to cruelty and can be extremely dangerous if he feels his authority is threatened.

Vibe: "Strength, sport and no lies."
This is almost the only adequate relationship in the gang.
The true best friends in this gang are, without a doubt, Kakucho and Mocchi. You know, they're such simple, straightforward guys. They don't need to pretend to be mysterious geniuses or pompous princes. They're the same muscle men in the gym who spot each other during the bench press. These guys are on the same wavelength: they can go to the gym together to work out, go out for a big meal, pat each other on the back, and if they get into a fight, they'll just laugh about it afterwards. Incidentally, this was even mentioned in the official character book.
They share a completely similar vibe. Both are strong, both value honesty, and, most importantly, both hate it when someone fights like a rat. They disapprove of such rotten methods, and this makes it easier for them to communicate within the group.
I think Mocchi enjoys Kakucho's company the most in the Sky. Why? Because Kakucho is as straightforward as Mocchi himself. He's open, kind (as much as anyone in the gang can be), and, most importantly for Mocchi, he's a cool muscle man. In short, the perfect bro.

They would have had a great friendship. Kakucho himself treats Ran quite equally. For him, he's simply a strong teammate, a member of the gang, nothing more and nothing less.

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Overall, I think Kakucho himself would be drawn to him if Ran took the initiative and wasn't afraid. Usually, Ran is probably the one who observes more, and it's even evident, because when South asks what kind of person Kakucho is, Ran says he's unlikely to join the Rokuhara, because he only came to the Celestial Empire because of Izana. It's as if Ran sees Kakucho as too pure, or something (there is such a thing), but that's what's holding him back. Although the fact that Ran mentions this and more or less understands Kakucho's inner state already demonstrates his interest in him as a person. And who wouldn't want a friend who sees the real you, who shows respect and interest in you? Basically, their relationship is that way: they don't exactly push each other, but they're good comrades.

With Mucho and Izana (screenshot 12)
For Ran, Izana is a leader whose strength and charisma he fully recognizes, but he always maintains a distance and doesn't overdo it. It's a kind of respect at a distance: Ran doesn't force himself on him, and Izana keeps him at arm's length. Friendship with Mucho is also unlikely; they're both self-sufficient, and Mucho, with his discipline, hardly understands Ran's manners. Ran will never take off his mask in front of Mucho, and Izana won't show weakness in front of Ran. This triangle is simply cramped, because everyone is a leader in their own right. The end result is that with Izana, Ran has a cult of strength, while with Mucho, he maintains an armed neutrality. There are dangerous players here, around whom Ran must always be on guard, and he's too lazy for such constant stress. So there's loyalty and communication in the group, but true friendship is unlikely.

🔹 RAN AND KAKUCHO: RELATIONSHIP DYNAMICS

(Screenshots 9, 13, 14 - here are three different, but complementary texts)

Text 1 (Screenshot 9):
Speaking of Ran Haitani, the situation is interesting. Despite all his pomposity, in the official character book, Ran listed Kakucho as the only person he truly respects. And this despite the fact that Kakucho is three or four years younger than him. I think deep down, Ran wouldn't mind being friends with him at all. But Ran seemed to immediately realize that their vibes (internally) were too different. Ran is most likely simply afraid that it will be "a bit difficult" with such a sincere and straightforward guy like Kakucho. It's as if Ran has already planned out the scene in his head: he's trying to somehow start a conversation, but everything goes wrong because they see the world from different perspectives.
It's like in everyday life: we might really like someone, but we don't say it directly. We rule out all possible scenarios in advance, because we're sure it won't work out, we won't get along. So Ran doesn't really get involved. Sometimes they might exchange a few words, and that's it. Although I'm sure if Ran really tried to overcome his barrier, he'd be able to.

Relationship with Mocchi and Shion (screenshots 10, 11)
Ran probably doesn't consider him an equal "king," but rather a noisy addition to the gang. Ran probably constantly teases Shion, and does it so subtly that Shion doesn't always even realize he's being teased. What really bothers Ran about Shion is Rindou, who's been messing around with him. Deep down, Ran is a little pissed, but naturally, he doesn't show it, and probably thinks Shion will be a bad influence on his little brother (what could be worse? Who knows), but mostly, Ran probably finds it amusing to watch Shion, because he's funny.
Ran respects Mocchi a little more than Shion, because Mocchi is truly strong and stable. But then again, they come from completely different worlds. Ran treats him with a degree of irony. While Mocchi is smashing walls with his forehead, Ran stands aside and criticizes his technique. And Ran gets irritated when Mocchi criticizes his methods again, like, "You're a rat, I don't respect that." This leads to clashes.
For Ran, who grew up in constant turf wars, I imagine his key skill was reading people for danger. In the "Sky Realm," his internal radar constantly buzzes around shady characters like Kisaki Hanma (mentioned in the character book) or the unpredictable Sanzu. Compared to them, Shion and Mocchi are open books. Ran sees right through them: they're simple, straightforward, and not prone to complex behind-the-scenes intrigues. He doesn't need to be on high alert with them. Given their shared past in the colony and the fact that they repeatedly end up in the same gangs, Ran could, in theory, bond with them more than with others. Not out of any great affection, but because they're a relatable and predictable resource who doesn't wait for the right moment to stab you in the back. This is not “friendship” in the usual sense, but a rational choice of a man on the street: it is better to stick with those whose stupidity or straightforwardness you have long been familiar with and tolerate.

Childhood and Psychology (screenshots 7, 8)
Little Sanzu wasn't allowed to be a child, as responsibility for his sister was shifted onto him. He was told that she looked up to him, so he had to behave well. Sanzu didn't have the right adult growing up. Little Sanzu wasn't allowed to be a child. When something terrible happened, he—still a child—was asked to look after the one who hurt him. He took the blame for something he never did. He didn't even say he wasn't to blame, and had never been to blame. He was simply asked to be more mature and understand. How was a child supposed to understand that? But Sanzu became an adult again.
And perhaps the most supportive adult in his life was Mucho, who treated him like a teenager with problems, showing at least a modicum of understanding. But Sanzu voluntarily abandoned him, continuing his downward spiral. Is this Sanzu's fault? Of course not. He was a child whose psyche and perception were corrupted. The way to view himself and his grief was distorted beyond belief. He was taught, almost from the very beginning, to sacrifice his own self to please others. Only then will you belong, only then will you be accepted, only then can you be loved. And so Sanzu gives up himself, what truly makes him happy, once again to please others. He was used to thinking this way, and who instilled this concept in him? Again—adults.

1. Height and status (screenshot 1)
   Mochozuki and Muto were two giants, completely obscuring Izan's presence behind them, and this was unacceptable to the "King." At first, he tried standing on a box, but it looked pathetic, so he ordered them both to stand a step lower in photos and formations, or to his sides, not behind him. Ran and Hanma escaped this fate because they were tall but skinny; their height didn't steal the show, but rather complemented the image of a king surrounded by his courtiers. From then on, Mochozuki and Muto always stood on the flanks, so that no one would doubt who was in charge.

2. Kisaki in "Under the Sky" (screenshot 2)
   For the first time in his life, Kisaki felt small, not so much in stature as in personality. Ran read him and immediately realized the bespectacled man wasn't a friend. Rindo immediately nicknamed him "rat" for the treachery he reeked of, and Mocchi looked down on him with the understanding he could crush him with one hand. He was used to being the smartest guy in the room, but here he realized there were people you couldn't outsmart with words. Now he was surrounded not just by thugs and street fighters, but by former assassins. And yes, Kisaki avoided walking alone, only with Hanma, and Hanma seemed perfectly at ease.

Mochizuki and Shion (screenshot 17)
Muchozuki and Shion argue constantly and always, turning it into their main method of communication, and get angry when someone outside tries to interfere in their squabble.
They can yell at each other for ten minutes over the latest bottle of water or whose fight in the last fight was idiotic, and yet neither of them is truly angry. They're completely different: Shion is a "rat" (bones), and Mochouzuki is a "fair fight." Kakucho ignores their bickering, Ran rolls her eyes, and Rindou occasionally adds fuel to the fire.
But as soon as someone else says “shut up already,” Muchozuki and Shion simultaneously turn to him and start cursing at him together, and continue for the fifth minute of non-stop swearing.

2. "Podnebesye" as a gang (screenshot 18)
   In the Celestial Empire, no one calls each other friends, but for their own they will tear each other apart inside; they can fight until blood is drawn, but they will not allow outsiders to throw mud at anyone.
   They've all been through prison, the filth of the streets, murder, and betrayal, and yet there's no teenage pretense between them. They know each other's darkest secrets, and it's precisely this lack of illusions that makes them honest with themselves. They're comfortable with each other because they don't need to pretend to be good; they already know what each other is capable of.

3. Koko and Rindo: Similarity to Inui (Screenshot 19)
   Koko felt terribly uncomfortable in the Sky, especially in the darkness on the pier, with Rindo standing with his back to the lamppost, his silhouette, from behind, even to the point of grinding teeth, resembling Inui. Koko clenched his jaw, expecting it wouldn't be Rindo who would turn around, but... but it was Haitani who turned around and asked in bewilderment, "What's so frozen, wallet?" Rindo still hadn't understood why their "wallet" was so angry, and had no idea how much his very existence reminded someone of the past. The hairstyle, the shoulders, the minimal height difference (Rindo's birthday is October 20th, while Inui's is 18).

🔹 KANJI MOCHIZUKI

1. Character Detail: Self-Care (Screenshot 6)
   He shaves his sides and the back of his head every day. He doesn't want to ruin his favorite hairstyle.

🔹Shion Madarame

1. Character Detail: Shaving (Screenshot 7)
   Mochizuki shaves his temples, because Shion doesn't know how to use a razor at all.

🔹YASuhiro Muto

1. Character Detail: Manicure (Screenshot 8)
   He can't stand unkempt nails, so he spends at least an hour on his manicure once a week.

🔹Kisaki Tetta

1. Character Detail: Glasses (Screenshot 9)
   Like a true bespectacled man, he wipes his glasses every hour. He can't stand even a speck of dust on the glass.

🔹Shuji Hanma

1. Character Detail: Hair Care (Screenshot 10)
   In his bathroom, the shelves are filled with jars of gels and hairsprays.

Interacting with Hanma (Screenshot 12)
Rindo doesn't like standing close to Hanma, though he's incredibly curious about the newcomer. But the only thing that physically repulses Rindo is the pungent smell of cheap tobacco that permeates Hanma's clothes. Rindo is accustomed to the expensive tobacco that Ran sometimes smokes, and this harsh stench irritates his sense of smell to the point of mild nausea. He could move closer, but every time Hanma exhales smoke, Rindo instinctively takes a step back. Hanma notices this, smirks, and deliberately blows smoke in his direction, testing how long Rindo will tolerate it. Rindo spits and walks away, but Shuji finds it... amusing.

3. Dynamics with Shion (screenshot 16)
   Shion isn't taken seriously in the Skylands; he's often sent alone to explore the surroundings; he's accustomed to solitude. But Rindō, tired of being "Ran's shadow," is the only one who truly speaks to him, talking about hobbies, sports, and music. Shion listens without interrupting, and for Rindō, it's a relief. And Shion repays him by noticing his fatigue, standing silently beside him, and never advising him to "bear it." He sees Rindō fuming over the way he's treated, but he says nothing, simply walking silently beside him and changing the subject when necessary.

Character Detail: Collectibles (Screenshot 10)
Collects the entire official collection of Marvel comics.

2. Dislike for Kakucho (Screenshot 14)
   I know that in Bonten, Sanzu hates Kakuchou more than anyone else, but I can't prove it.
   I can say his dislike/hatred for Kakuchō has intensified. Because at the end of the manga, he says he didn't like Kakuchō. And considering they're the second and third in the bonten, literally on the left and right hand of the king (Maika), Sanzu would be furious with Kakuchō, I think. Perhaps to the point where it would literally, you could say, turn into some kind of obsession.

3. Rana's appearance and irritation (screenshot 13)
   Ran is irritated by Sanzu's loose hair, not because it looks bad, but because its carelessness is infuriating. Ran wears his own perfectly braided hair, while Rindō maintains a neat hairstyle, Sanzu always wears it loose, getting in his eyes. Every time he passes, Ran wonders: how come it doesn't bother him? How can he see his opponent with that mop of hair covering half his face? Ran wants to approach Sanzu and force her to tie it back, but he stops himself every time, because Sanzu isn't his subordinate. Instead, Ran simply sighs heavily and turns away, and Rindō chuckles quietly, knowing he's irritating his brother.

Ran and Kakucho: I respect you, but I'm afraid of your sincerity (Screenshot 21)
Overall, I think Kakucho himself would be drawn to him if Ran took the initiative and wasn't afraid. Usually, Ran is probably the one who observes more, and it's even evident, because when South asks what kind of person Kakucho is, Ran says he's unlikely to join the Rokuhara, because he only came to the Celestial Empire because of Izana. It's as if Ran sees Kakucho as too pure, or something (there is such a thing), but that's what's holding him back. Although the fact that Ran mentions this and more or less understands Kakucho's inner state already demonstrates his interest in him as a person. And who wouldn't want a friend who sees the real you, who shows respect and interest in you? Basically, their relationship is that way; they don't exactly push each other, but they're good comrades.

Shion has too high an opinion of himself to tolerate situations in which he's portrayed as weak, ridiculous, or incapable. And it doesn't have to be a serious act to hurt him—it's enough to deliberately put him in a position where he'll lose face in front of others. He may continue to act as if he doesn't care, but such things are a serious blow to his pride.

Shion is literally the kind of person whose relationship can test a partner's patience. He's hot-tempered, self-assured, and doesn't tolerate situations where he feels humiliated or insignificant. It's important to him to feel respected. If his partner constantly teases him or makes a fool of him in front of others, he'll take it much more seriously than he might think. At the same time, Shion himself isn't always good at communicating feelings: instead of honestly admitting his hurt feelings, he's quite likely to become rude or act as if he doesn't care at all. He'd express love through teasing and jokes, be completely insensitive, and ask his partner not to touch him.

Betrayal by the man he trusted implicitly (Screenshot 18)
Kakucho is capable of tolerating other people's mistakes for a very long time, especially if he understands why they made them. But when he truly considers someone his own, his devotion becomes almost absolute. Therefore, deliberately using someone's trust against them or siding with someone he can't trust is something that will never return the previous relationship. For Kakucho, this would not be so much anger as ultimate disappointment in that person.

Psychiatry: Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD) (Screenshot 1)
Complex PTSD occurs after prolonged or repeated trauma. In addition to the usual symptoms of PTSD—anxiety, intrusive memories, and hypervigilance avoidance—it can affect self-esteem, emotional regulation, and the ability to form close relationships. It can be caused by prolonged abuse, living in constant danger, repeated traumatic events, or a prolonged lack of a sense of safety.
Kakuchō's traumatic experiences might manifest themselves not so much in outward instability as in his habit of constantly appearing strong for others. He may view his own problems as less important than those of someone he loves or is committed to. Kakuchō is capable of enduring for too long because he's used to being the one who endures. Even when he's feeling unwell, he's more likely to ask someone, "Are you okay?" than admit he needs help. Therefore, his calm doesn't necessarily mean he's free of pain: sometimes he's simply someone who's learned not to show it.

Relationships (screenshot 17)
Kakuchō is one of the most stable here, but that doesn't mean a relationship with him will be ideal. He develops strong attachments to people he considers his own and can tolerate things that have been bothering him for too long. He'd rather remain silent about his own problems than cause a scene. Because of this, his partner may not even realize how deeply something is hurting them until Kakuchō finally decides it can't go on. Another problem is that he can put others' interests too much above his own, gradually forgetting that relationships should be mutual. He can tolerate things for a very long time, but if he breaks down, trust cannot be regained.

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) (Screenshot 13)
Borderline personality disorder is associated with severe instability of emotions, self-esteem, and relationships. It is characterized by extreme sensitivity to rejection, fear of losing a significant other, a feeling of inner emptiness, impulsivity, and abrupt changes in attitudes toward others. However, BPD cannot be reduced to "manipulativeness" or "bad character."
Izana seems to have spent his entire life trying to answer one question: "Does anyone even need me?" And the more he yearns to be needed, the more he fears being abandoned again. So, for him, love and belonging gradually turn into possessions: if someone is mine, they must not leave. If they can leave, then they must be held. Behind his cruelty lies not a lack of need for people, but rather a terrifying need for them that he knows no other way to express. The most tragic thing about Izana is that he destroys the very connections he desperately desires.

Attempt to replace it (screenshot 12)
For Izana, the topic of belonging is a painful one: he desperately wanted his own place and his own "family," but over time, he transformed this desire into a desire to control others. Therefore, the realization that he was easily replaced by someone else will be perceived not as a simple insult, but as confirmation of his deepest fear—that no one truly cares for him.

1. Character Detail: Love of Anime (Screenshot 2)
   When Izana was younger, he really enjoyed watching fighting anime and tried to imitate the moves from them.

2. Interacting with Kakucho (Screenshot 3)
   Izana practiced his anime moves on Kakuchō, so he often walked around with broken fingers in casts.

Relationships in the Sky (Screenshot 11)
Kakucho and Shion are the scapegoats of the "Celestial Empire," and it is on them that Izana takes out her bad mood. They endure the beatings in silence. Ran knows this mechanic, and when he sees Izana enter with tense shoulders, he shifts to shield Kakucho and Shion with his back. He's not protecting them; he's protecting Izana's authority, preventing him from "losing face" in front of the gang's rank-and-file. Izana's gaze strays to Ran's back, and that moment is enough for him to exhale and turn his attention to the rank-and-file, the prisoners, or anyone else. Izana avoids the rank-and-file, and this can be portrayed as discipline. But if Kurakawa is in a bad mood, Ran will vanish. Haitani knows when to intervene and when to leave. That's why Kurakawa can stop.

Dynamics with the Haitani brothers (screenshot 15)
At the colony, Izana was infuriated by the relationship between the brothers. The way Ran automatically adjusted Rindo's collar, the way Rindo would reach out to him with that stupid "Aniki" in response, the way they fought shoulder to shoulder without even exchanging glances. Izana pretended not to care. He'd turn away, roll his eyes, and walk to the other end of the yard. But he remembered. Not them as "those two idiots," but specifically as "Ran and Rindo." In the colony, he called them by their first names, not "the Haitani Brothers." Once they left, it passed, but Izana began to copy Ran's gestures toward Kakuchō, but inverting them. Ran pats Rindo on the shoulder lightly? Izana "pats" Kakuchō so hard that he arches his back.

Izana is a person who finds it very difficult to trust. Even if he's truly attached, he may constantly be looking for a catch: why is the partner late, why is their tone changing, why is they texting less? The problem is that instead of communicating directly, he'll often begin to distance himself and test the other person's strength. He's quite possessive and can be sensitive to the feeling that his partner is emotionally closer to someone else. At the same time, he won't necessarily constantly demonstrate affection—in fact, he may feign indifference. If the relationship becomes too important to him, there's a risk that he'll begin trying to control what he's really simply afraid of losing.

Psychiatry: Dependent Personality Disorder (DPD) (Screenshot 15)
Dependent personality disorder is associated with an excessive need for another person, severe difficulty making independent decisions, and a fear of losing a significant figure. A person may subordinate their own desires and values ​​to the relationships on which their sense of security depends.
What's particularly terrifying for Sanzu is how easily his own identity can dissolve into that of another. For him, Mikey gradually ceases to be simply a close friend or a leader. He becomes the center by which Sanzu defines right and wrong, his own and others', loyalty and betrayal. His own feelings fade into the background, because what matters most is what the one to whom he's given his allegiance wants. At some point, it becomes difficult to discern where Sanzu ends and his worship of Mikey begins. And perhaps his greatest fear is not losing Mikey, but one day remaining by his side and discovering that without him, Sanzu has almost nothing left.

Disobedience to the one he recognized as his leader (screenshot 9)
Sanzu will never forgive anyone who deliberately goes against someone he's absolutely loyal to. For him, personal affection and loyalty to a leader can be more important than his own moral principles. At the same time, Sanzu is skilled at manipulating and deceiving people, so a simple lie is hardly unforgivable for him. It's far worse to deliberately defy the person he's chosen to follow.

Sanzu is an extremely possessive and potentially dangerous partner. His devotion to Maika is so absolute that a romantic relationship would not be his top priority. He is capable of manipulation, lying, and extreme cruelty if he believes he is protecting the interests of his "king." Therefore, it is logical to expect him to be controlling, jealous, and have very little respect for others' boundaries. Therefore, a relationship with Sanzu would not be seen as an equal partnership. His attention, decisions, and loyalty would be primarily determined by the person he considers his leader. If the partner's interests conflict with Maika's, the partner will not automatically receive priority. Sanzu himself is emotionally unstable, cruel, and capable of perceiving others through the prism of his devotion and hostility. His attachment does not soften him.

Prolonged Grief Disorder (Screenshot 14)
Prolonged grief disorder is a condition in which the loss of a loved one remains so overwhelming that it interferes with normal life. It can manifest itself as a persistent fixation on the deceased, painful melancholy, an inability to accept the loss, and a feeling that one's own life has lost its former meaning.
Koko seems to have made a profession out of his grief. He lost Akane when he was too young to accept the idea that sometimes love can't save someone. Instead of embracing this helplessness, he built an entire philosophy around it: money should solve problems, because once upon a time there wasn't enough. If he had enough power, resources, and opportunities, no one would ever be beyond his reach. But beneath all this, there remains a boy who one day realized too late: no amount of money can bring back someone you couldn't save. His wealth becomes not a symbol of success, but a monument to the person he was never able to let go of.

Koko will never forgive someone who turns a precious connection into a mere transaction and tries to buy his trust or feelings. He's truly obsessed with money and used to perceiving the world through profit and calculation, but behind this obsession lies his history with Akane. Therefore, a situation where someone deliberately tries to exploit his affection for their own gain can hurt him more than a simple conflict.

In a relationship, Coco would be a person accustomed to solving problems with money. Gifts, communication fees, and financial assistance would easily replace normal conversation for him. Because he simply doesn't know any other way. He sincerely believes that money can solve any problem. At the same time, he can be selfish: if a relationship ceases to bring him a sense of security or benefit, he can put his own interests above his partner. His canon repeatedly shows that when choosing between a person and benefit, Coco is capable of choosing benefit. But compared to the others in the selection, it's safe to say that Coco is one of the best options for a partner.

Trying to ruin my relationship with my brother (Screenshot 3)
Rindo will never forgive someone who deliberately tries to use his relationship with Ran against him. Rindo and Ran may constantly argue, irritate each other, and have a rather complicated relationship, but an outsider's intervention is a completely different story. For Rindo, trying to force him to turn away from his own brother would be a serious violation of his boundaries.

Rindo is a rather tough partner. He won't constantly coddle, adapt to a girl's mood, or endlessly discuss feelings. He can be abrupt, stubborn, and at times downright selfish: if he doesn't like something, he'd rather say so directly than pretend everything is fine. Jealousy can also manifest itself – not through hysterics, but through coldness, irritation, and very direct questions. At the same time, he's not inclined to deliberately humiliate or break his partner: if he truly cares for someone, Rindo will rather protect them and resolve problems with action. However, don't make him your ideal partner. He's prone to cruelty toward others, and not everyone can tolerate that. If Rindo and his partner have an argument or conflict, he'll defend his point of view to the bitter end and won't bend to anyone else's will.

Ran will never forgive anyone who deliberately tries to humiliate him or Rindo and make them look weak in front of others. For Ran, his own authority, his brother's authority, and a sense of control over the situation are of great importance. Therefore, he's more likely to perceive public humiliation as a direct challenge than as a mere insult.

Ran would be selfish and rather emotionally irresponsible in a relationship. He's used to living by his own rules and is unlikely to constantly adapt to his partner. He might downplay or joke around serious problems if they interfere with his usual lifestyle. At the same time, Ran doesn't seem like someone who easily relinquishes control of a situation. His past also reveals an extremely high level of cruelty, so it's not worth romanticizing his calm demeanor. Like Taiju, he wouldn't raise a hand, but arguments would be quite frequent, as Ran will defend his position to the bitter end. He'll be unimportant, as his own comfort comes first.

STD Antisocial personality disorder (ASPD) (screenshot 16)
Antisocial personality disorder is associated with a persistent disregard for the rights and safety of others, violation of social norms, deception or manipulativeness, impulsivity, lack of responsibility and remorse.
Hanma isn't frightening because he enjoys chaos. What's frightening is how little anything means to him. People, rules, consequences—everything becomes interesting only as long as it can break his boredom. It's as if he's constantly searching for the sensation that will finally make him feel something. So danger isn't a warning to him, but an amusement. The pain of others doesn't necessarily evoke hatred in him; sometimes it simply becomes another event to be observed. And that's precisely why Hanma feels so empty: he constantly craves something more powerful, because ordinary life isn't enough for him. Not because he feels too much, but because what he feels never seems to be enough.

Hanma will never forgive someone who turns his life into something completely predictable and uninteresting. For Hanma, emotions, risk, and the thrill of the moment are far more important than mere moral principles. Therefore, lies, betrayal, or even conflict in themselves may not particularly bother him—as long as the situation remains interesting. But complete boredom and a complete lack of emotion are a completely different matter.

1. Relationships (screenshot 1)
   Hanma is one of those characters the fandom easily turns into the "dangerous but loyal guy," even though the canon provides little basis for this. His primary motivation is boredom and thrill-seeking; he cares little about consequences and even treats his own life with indifference. Therefore, a serious, long-term relationship seems more like an unnecessary obligation to him than a desired goal. If he likes a girl, he may well spend time with her, flirt, and become temporarily infatuated—but building a life together, constantly maintaining an emotional connection, and "working on the relationship" is simply unnecessary. At most, a short-term relationship with no promises is ideal. And if he gets bored, he'll leave rather than try to maintain the relationship out of a sense of duty. Hanma may pursue a woman if she rejects him, solely to gain her acceptance, but once he achieves reciprocity, he'll likely simply walk away. Hanma is shown to be a rather selfish person who will not seek long-term relationships.