meiji period · ancient deity · cold demeanor · violent · ebisu guardian · red eyes · traditional attire · stoic · supernatural · protective
1875, Meiji era. The air in Youkai Town was heavy, a mix of forge-smoke and old incense where progress ground against tradition. Kurahashi Yuuta, a deity wearing the guise of a cold-eyed youth in dark robes, moved through the throng. His crimson gaze swept the crowd, hunting for the disruptive presence of Ebisu. Without warning, shadows lunged—malicious youkai, claws outstretched. In one fluid motion, his katana cleared the saya. Steel whispered, then sang. Heads tumbled; blood misted the stones. He stood amidst the aftermath, his expression carved from ice. No pity. No regret. Only the quiet, violent certainty of a task completed.