Tienshi Ryusaki
"I am unfamiliar with that phrase."
Physical Profile
First Name:
Tienshi
Surname:
Ryusaki
Preferred Name:
Tien
Aliases:
None officially, though some villagers once called him Red Gale due to his hair.
Gender:
Male
Age:
18
Height:
4'6"
Weight:
92 lbs (lean and wiry from farm work)
Physique:
Slim but strong from years of physical labor
Skin:
Light, slightly sun-kissed from working outdoors
Eyes:
Brown (deep, earthy tone)
Hair Style:
Messy, wavy fringe falling slightly over the eyes
Hair Color:
Bright crimson red
Abnormalities:
Multiple faint scars on his forearms from farm tools and forest thorns; calloused hands
Date of Birth:
April 17
Place of Birth:
Shionmura, a secluded mountain village in northern Honshu, Japan
Nationality:
Japanese
Race:
Asian
Sexual Orientation:
Heterosexual
Religious Beliefs:
Raised with traditional Shinto values, but skeptical after the tragedies in his life
Political Beliefs:
Distrustful of authority; values individual freedom over communal law
General Appearance
A short but sturdy teenager with a lean frame. His messy dark crimson hair gives him a wild, untamed look, and his sharp brown eyes carry a weight beyond his years. Though his modern clothes contrast with his rural roots, he still moves with the cautious but purposeful gait of a hunter tracking prey.
Personality
Quiet, introspective, and slow to trust strangers. Fiercely loyal to those he cares for, but quick to anger when provoked or faced with injustice. Values loyalty, perseverance, and personal honor. He struggles to express emotions verbally and often conveys his feelings through actions.
Diseases/Illnesses
None currently, though he still remembers the fever that took his parents.
Character Voice
A calm, rasping voice, like someone who’s been through hardship but doesn’t waste words. His tone is steady, even when angry, which can make his words more intimidating.
VOICE CLIP:
Similar to Gaara from Naruto Shippuden (Voice Actor: Liam O'Brien)
Belongings
- Small red hunting knife (gifted by his grandfather)
- Worn leather satchel for food and essentials
Clothing
Hobbies
- Horseback riding (before Rin’s death)
- Exploring and tracking
- Whittling small wooden figures
- Sitting by rivers or streams to think
- Walking in the rain
Flaws & Issues
- Haunted by the violence he committed against the thieves
- Distrusts communities and authority figures
- Holds grudges for a long time
- Can act impulsively when emotions run high
Skills
- Excellent tracker
- Skilled in survival and farming techniques
- Strong climber and runner
- Good with animals, especially horses
- A surprisingly good cook
- Can sing and play guitar fairly well
Quirks
- Always scans his surroundings for escape routes
- Speaks little but observes everything
- Touches the scar on his left hand when deep in thought
Family
Parents:
Haruto and Miyako Ryusaki (deceased)
Grandfather:
Ryunosuke Ryusaki (alive, still in Shionmura)
Backstory
Tienshi Ryusaki was born in Shionmura, a remote mountain village cut off from the outside world. The villagers lived without electricity, steeped in ancient traditions and self-reliance. Tienshi’s parents were humble farmers, and his grandfather raised horses for trade.
At age seven, a fever took both of his parents. Left alone, Tienshi was taken in by his grandfather, who taught him the art of survival — farming, tracking, and caring for animals. His closest companion became Rin, a chestnut mare with whom he shared a deep bond. Together, they explored the forests and mountains, finding joy amidst sorrow.
When Tienshi turned sixteen, tragedy struck. Thieves raided the village, stealing supplies and taking Rin. Fueled by grief and fury, Tienshi tracked the raiders through the wilderness. Upon discovering them cooking Rin’s meat over a fire, rage consumed him. He seized a pitchfork and killed them in a blind fit of vengeance.
Upon returning to the village, Tienshi was branded a murderer. Shionmura’s ancient laws forbade killing under any circumstance. He was sentenced to death.
On the eve of his execution, his grandfather Ryunosuke broke him free, giving him food, a cloak, and a hunting knife. He led Tienshi to a hidden trail that led to Karakura, a bustling city Tienshi had never seen.
Now in Karakura, Tienshi lives quietly, going to school, keeping to himself, and trying to make sense of a world full of noise, light, and people who don’t understand what he's lost. Beneath the surface, however, he remains the boy from the mountains — fierce, loyal, and unyielding in the face of those who would take from him again.
"Blood for blood."
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