Hizamaru

Hizamaru is a Minamoto-clan tachi connected with the same legendary pair as Higekiri in Touken Ranbu. As a touken danshi, he fights to preserve history and takes his identity as the younger brother very seriously.

Hizamaru: background, motivation, and story arc

He is portrayed as earnest, easily exasperated, and determined to make Higekiri remember his correct name. His battlefield identity centers on strong tachi combat and a heritage of defeating monsters or curses.

Hizamaru's abilities and practical limitations

His closest narrative and historical connections include Higekiri, whose casual treatment of names defines much of their dialogue, which give his dialogue and development a distinct place within the sword citadel.