Scarlet (played by Mana Ashida) is a protagonist in Scarlet.
Princess of Denmark and daughter of King Amleth. After being poisoned by her uncle Claudius, she journeys through the underworld seeking revenge, only to ultimately embrace forgiveness and become the new Queen of Denmark. Hijiri (played by Masaki Okada) is a protagonist in Scarlet.
A 21st-century Japanese paramedic who died in the living world but remained in the underworld. He acts as Scarlet's guide and protector, ultimately sacrificing his chance to return to life to ensure her survival. Cornelius (played by Yutaka Matsushige) appears in Scarlet.
One of the assassins who once served King Amleth. After being defeated by Scarlet, he joins forces with her and Hijiri to oppose Claudius and guide them toward the Infinite Land. Voltemand (played by Kotaro Yoshida) appears in Scarlet.
Another former assassin of King Amleth. Initially sent to kill Scarlet, he later reveals the king's final word 'Forgive' and allies with Cornelius to defend Scarlet from Claudius's forces. Claudius (played by Koji Yakusho) appears in Scarlet.
The envious brother of King Amleth who usurps the throne and rules with terror. He is the main antagonist who seeks to enter the Infinite Land and sends assassins to eliminate Scarlet. Guildenstern (played by Shota Sometani) appears in Scarlet.
A henchman of Claudius tasked with hunting Scarlet. He takes a civilian hostage to lure Scarlet out but is killed by Hijiri during the confrontation. Polonius (played by Kazuhiro Yamaji) appears in Scarlet.
A loyal henchman of Claudius who leads an attack on Scarlet and Hijiri at the mountain before being defeated by former assassins. Rosencrantz (played by Munetaka Aoki) appears in Scarlet.
Claudius's henchman who works alongside Guildenstern. He fatally wounds Hijiri during the battle and is subsequently killed.
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Characters
Scarlet
(played by Mana Ashida) — protagonist
Princess of Denmark and daughter of King Amleth. After being poisoned by her uncle Claudius, she journeys through the underworld seeking revenge, only to ultimately embrace forgiveness and become the...
Hijiri
(played by Masaki Okada) — protagonist
A 21st-century Japanese paramedic who died in the living world but remained in the underworld. He acts as Scarlet's guide and protector, ultimately sacrificing his chance to return to life to ensure h...
Cornelius
(played by Yutaka Matsushige) — supporting
One of the assassins who once served King Amleth. After being defeated by Scarlet, he joins forces with her and Hijiri to oppose Claudius and guide them toward the Infinite Land.
Voltemand
(played by Kotaro Yoshida) — supporting
Another former assassin of King Amleth. Initially sent to kill Scarlet, he later reveals the king's final word 'Forgive' and allies with Cornelius to defend Scarlet from Claudius's forces.
Claudius
(played by Koji Yakusho) — supporting
The envious brother of King Amleth who usurps the throne and rules with terror. He is the main antagonist who seeks to enter the Infinite Land and sends assassins to eliminate Scarlet.
Guildenstern
(played by Shota Sometani) — supporting
A henchman of Claudius tasked with hunting Scarlet. He takes a civilian hostage to lure Scarlet out but is killed by Hijiri during the confrontation.
Polonius
(played by Kazuhiro Yamaji) — supporting
A loyal henchman of Claudius who leads an attack on Scarlet and Hijiri at the mountain before being defeated by former assassins.
Rosencrantz
(played by Munetaka Aoki) — supporting
Claudius's henchman who works alongside Guildenstern. He fatally wounds Hijiri during the battle and is subsequently killed.
Key Relationships
Hijiri → Rosencrantz
(Conflict Killer)
Hijiri → Guildenstern
(Conflict Killer)
Scarlet → Guildenstern
(Conflict Capturer)
Claudius → Rosencrantz
(Professional Employer)
Claudius → Guildenstern
(Professional Employer)
Claudius → Polonius
(Professional Employer)
Cornelius → Voltemand
(Alliance Fellow Assassin)
Hijiri → Cornelius
(Alliance Comrade)
Scarlet → Hijiri
(Alliance Partner)
Scarlet → Claudius
(Family Uncle)
Story Analysis
A fantasy-historical journey of revenge, spiritual awakening, and the choice between vengeance and peace.
