Sekigahara

A temple acolyte turned spy recruited by Mitsunari after witnessing the loyalty of condemned women's maids. She becomes a capable informant, feeding Mitsunari crucial intelligence about Tokugawa's moves. Hatsume endures capture and enslavement by agents of the White Snake, and escapes to travel toward Sekigahara, continuing her service in a perilous world of espionage.

A principled and strategic loyalist to the Toyotomi clan, Mitsunari seeks to govern fairly after Hideyori's birth but must contend with Tokugawa's rising power. He secures alliances and fends off intrigue, hoping to prevent chaos after Hideyori comes of age. His plans crumble after Kobayakawa's betrayal, yet he forgives his rival as he faces execution with dignity.

The wealthiest and most calculating lord who quietly orchestrates a shift of power in his favor. He manipulates factions, bribes allies, and leverages Kobayakawa's defection to secure victory at Sekigahara. Ieyasu embodies patient, long-term planning that ultimately redefines Japan's political landscape.

A former vassal demoted by Hideyoshi who becomes a crucial double agent for Tokugawa. His concealed loyalties and the pressure of court politics push him to betray Mitsunari at Sekigahara. His decision decisively alters the battle's outcome, sealing Mitsunari's fate and Tokugawa's rise.

A ronin-turned-general who earns Mitsunari's trust and commands a capable force. Sakon embodies martial prowess and stubborn honor, ultimately facing the consequences of the war's brutal path. He participates in pivotal battles and bears the weight of battlefield decisions.

Wife of Sakon and a compassionate friend to Mitsunari's cause, she runs a field hospital and witnesses the war's human cost. Her loyalty to her husband and to those she cares for underscores the war's personal toll. She survives the chaos, holding on to hope amid the destruction.

A seasoned, respected lord who acts as a stabilizing force in a time of upheaval. He brokers a temporary truce between rival factions and serves as a bridge between competing ambitions. His death removes a balancing influence just as the conflict intensifies.

Tokugawa's vanguard commander who faces Mitsunari's forces at crucial moments. He endures setbacks and contributes to the tactical depth of the campaign. His role highlights the complexity of frontline command in a war defined by shifting loyalties.