Hirokaru Tsukeru an imposing form of a man who's name is carried by the survivors he spared. Hirokaru will kill anyone who threatens Emperor Solekari. He is known as the Emperor's shadow. He is one of the most skilled fighters in Kokurko, more skilled and powerful then Lord Katsumaru Wataku. He does not seek glory or fame for his bloodshed. He is quite sinister and evil at heart, but loyal to the one who defeated him in the Kokurko/Ushimara war.