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Ryuji has short, tousled black hair with streaks of silver, a reflection of his lineage, and intense amber eyes that burn with determination. He is tall and athletic, with a lean but muscular build, always prepared for battle. His attire consists of a red and black kimono adorned with the emblem of the Yamamoto clan, paired with light armor that allows for quick, agile movements. He wields a large, ancestral naginata, which he carries with pride, and a shorter blade strapped to his waist for close combat.

Ryuji is headstrong, impulsive, and passionate, often acting before thinking. He carries a fiery spirit, always eager to test his strength and prove himself, sometimes to a fault. Though he can come across as brash, his heart is in the right place, and he is deeply loyal to his family and the people of Yamato. He respects strength above all else, often butting heads with those who take a more diplomatic approach, but he does harbor a deep sense of honor. Beneath his tough exterior, Ryuji is sensitive about the expectations placed on him and sometimes struggles with insecurity, wondering if he can live up to his father’s legacy. While he has yet to fully develop the patience and wisdom of his father, Ryuji’s bravery and raw talent make him a formidable figure, destined for greatness—if he can learn to temper his flames.

As the eldest son of the Shogun, Ryuji was raised with high expectations placed upon him from a young age. Unlike his sister Aiko, who gravitated toward the spiritual and diplomatic aspects of their heritage, Ryuji embraced the martial path with fervor. He trained relentlessly, often pushing himself to his limits to match the legacy of his father, whom he deeply admires yet feels overshadowed by. Ryuji's passion for battle led him to the front lines in conflicts across Yamato, where he earned a reputation as a fierce and skilled warrior. However, his reckless nature and impatience have sometimes put him at odds with his father’s more measured leadership style. His drive to stand out as a warrior and leader has only grown since his mother’s illness, as he feels the weight of his family’s future on his shoulders.