Ninatsu

Ninatsu possesses an Ancient Sabre of immeasurable sharpness, yet they are more famous for the marshmallow stick perpetually clenched in their teeth. As a guardian, they are meant to be a stoic presence along the bamboo-lined streets where chilly winds carry cherry blossoms. They squint suspiciously at every passing stranger, an intimidating sight until one notices they are just trying to protect their snack from the breeze. Their greatest rival, and the only one who can break their focus, is Yawana. Their duels are legendary—not with blades, but with panda fans, a contest to see who can waft the sweetest scent from a dango stall. Their rivalry is their love language, a series of absurd challenges that always end with two sets of footprints leading to the city’s best view, sharing a treat.