Young Japanese soldier who writes letters home and faces the brutal reality of war.
Otomo's treasurer and betrayer, manipulative political fixer.
A local supporter of W. Eugene Smith in Minamata. He supports Smith as the photographer documents people affected by mercury poisoning, helping him continue his work within the community. The plot summary provides no further detail about Kiyoshi’s role or background.
Corrupt treasurer who betrayed Otomo and allied with rival leadership.
Akira is Hiroko's partner and an aspiring filmmaker who works as a department-store gift wrapper while waiting for his debut film to screen. Although he and Hiroko initially support each other, his creative ambitions and public recognition contribute to her growing sense of being overlooked.
Akiko's jealous and overbearing boyfriend. He suspects her secret work, behaves aggressively, mistakes Takashi for her grandfather, and later threatens Takashi from outside his apartment.
The ruthless overlord who maintains control through sexual domination and political manipulation. He schemes to eliminate threatening allies, orders Murashige's execution, and is ultimately beheaded by his abused retainer Yasuke.
The reigning Meijin and a leading figure in professional shogi, Toji Soya defends his title against Masamune Goto. A public exhibition match is arranged between him and Rei, who feels anxious about facing him. Soya remains calm before their first game and says he is looking forward to it, while Rei sees him as a distant, almost otherworldly figure.
Gen is Katsumi Hosokawa’s faithful translator and one of the people caught inside the mansion after the guerrilla takeover. His role links Hosokawa to the other hostages and helps communication continue among people from different languages and backgrounds during the prolonged standoff.
Legendary God of Shogi and Rei's ultimate professional goal and rival.
Elite police captain and martial arts expert, serves as Saya's primary operational partner.
An elite detective and skilled combatant who partners with Toma while struggling to trust her unusual methods.
Ryo Kase has 97 screen credits in a career dating back to 2000. Their work spans 6 cinematic universes — most prominently SPEC Collection with 5 titles. Signature works include Anpan, SPEC ~ First Blood, Beyond Outrage. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 6 universes
Related entry on Wikidata (Q1036275), public domain (CC0).
