Tokujirou

Tokujirou was the most trusted ink merchant in The Great Panda City. Their stall, nestled among the bamboo-lined streets, was famous for its rare squid pigments and the curious octopus that perpetually rested on their head. Locals admired their calm demeanor, a harmony they believed came from living among the city’s cherry blossoms. The illusion shattered during a bandit raid on the riverbank. A stray blade slashed Tokujirou’s arm, revealing not flesh and bone, but whirring brass gears and sparking wires. Before anyone could react, the octopus sprang to life, its tentacles expertly sealing the breach with a conductive slime. Tokujirou learned that day they were an automaton, a secret they shared with the infamous Taihi. Their confident smile is no longer just a personality trait; it is a meticulously crafted feature, hiding a quiet search for their creator.