The protagonist, a notorious Taiwanese hitman who fakes his death and later seeks redemption by hunting down rival gang bosses after being falsely diagnosed with terminal cancer. He ultimately dismantles a corrupt cult, turns himself in, and is executed.
Master of illusions and ancient techniques.
Master fighter and leader of the secret assassination squad 'Guillotines'. Secretly of Han Chinese descent, with his identity altered by the Yongzheng Emperor. Defies the emperor to protect his squad, later allies with the Herders. Ultimately executes Wolf per prophecy and accepts his own execution to honor his duty.
A physically fit Taiwan native who becomes a Republic of China Army conscript in 1969. After struggling in amphibious reconnaissance training, he is transferred to Unit 831, where he befriends Nini, helps Chang Yung-shan with letters, exposes Jiao's deception, and eventually leaves the unit still longing for Nini.
A police officer who works with his uncle An Pei and helps arrange Zhang Yao’s prison transfer and false identity. He uses Zhang Yao to advance a plan to seize the city’s criminal empire, eliminate An Pei and Mu Kun, and claim credit for an anti-drug crackdown. His manipulation is exposed, and he is arrested.
A talented and initially loyal member of the Princes Gang who, after being manipulated by rival gangsters, assassinates his own boss and leads the group into a deadly trap.
Jiang Ya is a guarded man linked to a fish store and to the region where explosives may have been obtained. He appears to shape the attacks around public hatred and a belief in vigilante justice. On a rooftop, he tries to manipulate Fang Mu into ordering his death, intending to record the exchange and become a legendary symbol of the city.
Ethan Juan has 30 screen credits in a career dating back to 2006. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Detective Dee with 1 titles. Signature works include The Pig, the Snake and the Pigeon, Arrested Memory, Paradise in Service. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 2 universes
