Tetsunosuke Sasaki
Tetsunosuke Sasaki is the assistant to Hijikata Toushirou in the Shinsengumi. Initially a selfish and gangster-like individual, he undergoes a significant personality change after receiving support and understanding from Hijikata, becoming more hardworking and compassionate. He is also the half-brother of Sasaki Isaburo.
Quick Facts
What is Tetsunosuke Sasaki's role in the Shinsengumi?
He is the assistant to Hijikata Toushirou.
What is his relationship to Sasaki Isaburo?
He is Sasaki Isaburo's half-brother.
What is Tetsunosuke's initial personality like?
Initially, he acts like a New York gangster, often rapping and acting selfishly.
How does his personality change?
After Hijikata Toushirou's intervention and understanding of his background, he becomes more polite, hardworking, and compassionate.
What are his nicknames?
He is known as Tetsu, B-Boy, and C-Boy.
What is his appearance like?
He is described as chubby and short with a round face and a shaved haircut. His appearance changes significantly after his personality shift.
What gang was he previously associated with?
He was a member of the Check it Out Gang before leaving due to witnessing their cruel acts and illegal business.
What is his occupation?
He is the Shinsengumi Vice Commander Assistant.
Description
Personality
Initially, Tetsunosuke presents himself as a stereotypical "B-Boy" (Bad Boy), adopting a New York gangster persona complete with attire and rap-infused speech. He is selfish and acts without much consideration for others. However, a pivotal moment involving Hijikata Toushirou's support and the revelation of their shared backgrounds as illegitimate sons of elite families leads to a dramatic shift in his personality. He sheds his "B-Boy" persona, transforming into a more polite, hardworking, and compassionate "C-Boy" (Cherry Boy). This transformation highlights his capacity for growth and his ability to learn from those around him, particularly from Hijikata's influence. His quote, "I said goodbye to my old self and started anew! I've given up as a Bad-Boy, I'm moving to B to C. I have matured into Cherry- Boy," perfectly encapsulates this significant personal development.
Abilities
* **Rapping:** Tetsunosuke possesses considerable rapping skills, initially using them to project his "B-Boy" persona. The extent of his rapping abilities beyond this is not fully detailed.