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Ikemen Bakumatsu ◆ Unmei no Koi

イケメン幕末◆運命の恋

Titles
イケメン幕末◆運命の恋
Ikemen Bakumatsu ◆ Unmei no Koi
Destined to Love: Ikemen Samurai Romances
AliasesDTL
Play timeUnknown
DeveloperCybird
PublishersCybird & Lionsfilm Limited
Cybird
LinksWikipedia (ja), Wikidata, GameFAQs, GameFAQs, GameFAQs, GameFAQs, IGDB, Lutris, VNStat

Description

In Japan, the dawn of a new era was approaching.

You find yourself suddenly snatched from your peaceful life in modern days to a different time, and a landscape unlike you've ever seen. Caught in the center of revolution, which side will you choose? Even if for a mere moment, whose arms will you find sanctuary in? Your romance awaits you in the past. Do you believe in destiny?

[from Google Play]

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Main characters

Hijikata Toshizou土方 歳三
AliasesToshizo, Toshi
MeasurementsHeight: 179cm
Birthday31 May
HairBlack, Parted to Side, Short, Spiky, Spiky Bangs
EyesAmber, Hosome
BodyPale
ClothesGlasses, Hakama, Haori
ItemsSword
PersonalityAssertive, Serious, Workaholic
RoleBased on a Real Person, Samurai
Engages inSwordsmanship
Voiced byMaeno Tomoaki

Description

The Shinsen-gumi lieutenant. He is coolly decisive, and has sometimes been called "The Demon." Though he finds most things bothersome, he's always helping out the other samurai. He can sometimes be found working seriously at his desk with his glasses on. He sleeps light and wakes at the smallest noise.

[Edited from official website]

Katsura Kogorou桂 小五郎
AliasesKogoro
MeasurementsHeight: 182cm
Birthday11 August
HairClaret, Curtained, Parted in Middle, Short
EyesBrown, Hosome
BodyPale, Tall (obsolete)
ClothesKimono
PersonalityAmbitious, Refined
RoleBased on a Real Person, Samurai
Voiced byKomada Wataru

Description

A heroic warrior from Choshu who has strong ambitions. The Shinsen-gumi are constantly pursuing him, yet he stays in Kyoto to achieve his goals. For some reason he gets along well with Okubo, despite them being polar opposites. His cheerful nature hides a secret.

[Edited from official website]

Kirisato霧里
MeasurementsHeight: 174cm
Birthday24 June
HairBrown, Hyogo, No Bangs
EyesGrey
BodyPale
ClothesKanzashi, Kimono
PersonalityKind, Refined, Secretive, Wise
RoleHigh-class Prostitute
Voiced byAmasaki Kouhei

Description

One of the most well-known courtesans in the red-light district. There are many people who are captivated by her sensual alto tones. She is a good confidant for the protagonist, as she is both kind and wise. Yet she seems to be hiding a very big secret.

[Edited from official website]

Kondou Isami近藤 勇
AliasesKondo
MeasurementsHeight: 184cm
Birthday9 November
HairBrown, No Bangs, Spiky
EyesBrown, Hosome
BodyPale, Tall (obsolete)
ClothesHakama, Haori
PersonalityEnergetic, Friendly, Loyal
RoleBased on a Real Person, Commander, Samurai
Engages inSwordsmanship
Voiced byAdachi Yuuki

Description

The commander of the Shinsen-gumi who oversees all their activities. Although he's said to be a worrier, he's the first to leap into battle when needed. He's known Hijikata and Okita for many years, and the three are almost like brothers. He seems to appreciate all of the protagonist's efforts to help the Shinsen-gumi.

[Edited from official website]

Okita Souji沖田 総司
AliasesSoji
MeasurementsHeight: 175cm
Birthday21 July
HairBrown, Parted to Side, Short, Spiky Bangs
EyesBrown, Hosome
BodyPale
ClothesHakama
ItemsSword
PersonalityCarefree, Eccentric, Mischievous
RoleBased on a Real Person, Samurai
Engages inSwordsmanship, Teasing
Subject ofIllness
Voiced byKobayashi Yuusuke

Description

Captain of the Shinsen-gumi First Corps. He's well-known as a gifted swordsman. He doesn't get attached to things, and is so indifferent he often forgets to eat. He is a little odd, and says that one of his hobbies is teasing Yamazaki. But it seems as though something is hidden behind that carefree smile of his.

[Taken from official website]

Okubo Toshimichi大久保利逋
MeasurementsHeight: 177cm
Birthday26 September
HairBlack, Parted to Side, Short
EyesBrown, Hosome
BodyPale
ClothesCoat Cape, Dress Shoes, Hakama, Necktie
PersonalityBookworm, Reserved, Taciturn
Engages inReading
Voiced byHorie Shun

Description

A calm, cool, and collected warrior from Satsuma. He likes books, no matter where they come from, and always carries one with him. He stands by a principle of never carrying a sword, and lets Katsura handle anything dangerous. He's never been interested in anything other than books until he met the protagonist.

[Edited from official website]

Saitou Hajime斉藤 一
AliasesSaito
MeasurementsHeight: 179cm
Birthday18 February
HairBlack, Parted to Side, Short, Spiky Bangs, Straight
EyesGrey, Hosome
BodyPale
ClothesBandages, Eyepatch, Kimono
ItemsSword
PersonalityMysterious, Reserved, Secretive, Smart
RoleBased on a Real Person, Samurai, Tutor
Engages inSwordsmanship
Voiced byFurukawa Makoto

Description

Captain of the Shinsen-gumi Third Corps. He has a keen eye and quick judgment. Nobody in the Shinsen-gumi knows why he covers one of his eyes. He is so skilled with a sword that even Hijikata and Okita acknowledge his superiority.

[Taken from official website]

Sakamoto Ryouma坂本 龍馬
AliasesRyoma
MeasurementsHeight: 181cm
Birthday3 January
HairRed, Short, V Bangs
EyesBrown, Hosome
BodyPale, Tall (obsolete)
ClothesBoots, Hakama, Pendant Necklace
PersonalityCurious, Food Lover, Modern Tsundere, Stubborn
RoleBased on a Real Person, Samurai
Engages inSwordsmanship
Voiced byUmehara Yuuichirou

Description

A warrior from the Tosa domain who wants Japan to be open to the world. The Shinsen-gumi consider him dangerous. He loves the unique and unusual, and has a strong interest in the world beyond Japan. His sullen attitude masks how sweet he can be with those he trusts.

[Taken from official website]

Shinomiya Kyo篠宮恭
MeasurementsHeight: 171cm
Birthday18 April
HairOrange, Short, Spiky Bangs, V Bangs
EyesAmber
BodyPale
PersonalityAltruistic, Friendly, Loyal
RoleKouhai
Engages inSoccer, Swordsmanship, Time Travel
Voiced byYashiro Taku

Description

The only other person who traveled back in time with the protagonist. It's rumored that he looks exactly like a Shinsen-gumi member who has disappeared. He is the protagonist's friend from her college days, and his cheeky attitude is surprisingly popular. He's never had a girlfriend.

[Edited from official website]

Shinonome Yukio東雲幸男
AliasesYuki
MeasurementsHeight: 177cm
Birthday9 December
HairBlond, Short, Spiky, Spiky Bangs, V Bangs
EyesBrown, Hosome
BodyPale
ClothesKimono
PersonalityFriendly, Honest, Stylish
RoleShopkeeper
Engages inFashion Design
Voiced byTakeuchi Shunsuke

Description

The owner of a popular kimono shop who has helped the protagonist in many ways. He is well-known around town for his cheerful and helpful nature. He is the protagonist's closest confidant, and seems to understand a woman's feelings better than anyone. Yet it seems that in the past he was very different from the person she knows now.

[Edited from official website]

Takasugi Shinsaku高杉 晋作
MeasurementsHeight: 180cm
Birthday12 September
HairBrown, Short, Spiky Bangs, V Bangs
EyesGrey, Hosome
BodyPale, Tall (obsolete)
ClothesKimono
PersonalityArrogant, Blunt, Manipulative, Modern Tsundere
RoleBased on a Real Person
Voiced byItou Kento

Description

He has dangerous ideas, and is willing to do anything to achieve his goals. There are rumors that he and Kirisato are old friends, but no one knows more than that. He may get closer to the protagonist in order to use her.

[Edited from official website]

Tokugawa Yoshinobu徳川 慶喜
AliasesKeiki, Yoshi
MeasurementsHeight: 180cm
Birthday28 October
HairBlond, Short, Spiky Bangs, V Bangs
EyesGrey, Hosome
BodyPale, Tall (obsolete), Young-adult
ClothesHaori, Kimono
PersonalityRefined, Secretive, Womanizer
RoleBased on a Real Person, Onzoushi, Secret Identity
Engages inDrinking, Flirting
Voiced byHorie Kazuma

Description

A playboy known around town by the name Keiki. He's actually head of the Hitotsubashi family, and a contender to become the next Shogun. He has plenty of money and power, yet he seems unhappy somehow, and dislikes anything transient or impermanent. He shows an interest in the protagonist as she works at Shiki, and the two of them gradually become closer.

[Edited from official website]

Yamazaki Susumu山崎 烝
MeasurementsHeight: 174cm
Birthday31 March
HairBrown, Curtained, Ponytail, Spiky, Spiky Bangs
EyesBrown, Hosome
BodyPale
PersonalityFlustered, Shy, Timid
RoleBased on a Real Person, Samurai, Spy
Subject ofTeasing
Voiced byKikuchi Yukitoshi

Description

An officer and secret agent of the Shinsengumi who is serious and dedicated to his work. Pure and honest by nature, he often finds himself the target of Okita's teasing. Don't be deceived by his cute looks--the moment he has work to do, he carries it out with cool precision. He doesn't say much, but he seems interested in the protagonist.

[Edited from official website]

Side characters

Okada Izou岡田 以蔵
MeasurementsHeight: 177cm
Birthday14 February
HairBlack, Short
EyesAmber, Blue, Heterochromia
BodyYoung-adult
ClothesKimono
RoleAssassin, Based on a Real Person
Voiced byUchida Yuuma
Takechi Hanpeita武市 半平太
AliasesZuisan, 瑞山
MeasurementsHeight: 179cm
Birthday24 October
HairOrange, Short
EyesRed
BodyYoung-adult
ClothesChoker, Kimono
RoleBased on a Real Person
Voiced byKimura Ryouhei
Toudou Heisuke藤堂 平助
AliasesTodo
HairBrown
EyesAmber
BodyPale
ClothesKimono
RoleBased on a Real Person, Samurai
Voiced byYashiro Taku

Description

The captain of the Shinsen-gumi's 8th Squadron. He went missing shortly before the protagonist and Kyo arrived in the Bakumatsu era, so Kyo was recruited to impersonate him.

Yoshida Shouin吉田 松陰
MeasurementsHeight: 186cm
Birthday20 September
HairShoulder-length, White
EyesAmber
BodyTall (obsolete), Young-adult
PersonalityOre
RoleBased on a Real Person
Voiced byAoi Shouta