Hotaru

Hotaru is a young woman initially presented as an assistant but secretly a Chōshū spy, harboring a crush on Okita. Her actions, though initially deceptive, ultimately lead to unintended assistance for key figures.

Quick Facts

  • What is Hotaru's affiliation?

    Chōshū clan

  • What is Hotaru's gender?

    Female

  • What is Hotaru's occupation?

    Initially a spy, later quits

  • Who does Hotaru have a crush on?

    Sōji Okita

  • What is Hotaru's role in the Eight Element Battle Formation?

    Accidentally frees Saitō, Hijikata, and Okita by removing seals

Description

Personality

Based on the provided text, Hotaru's personality is characterized by her infatuation with Okita and her initial role as a Chōshū spy. Her actions suggest a degree of naiveté, as she is easily tricked by Kichisaburo. However, she ultimately demonstrates a capacity for compassion and perhaps a growing sense of moral conflict, as evidenced by her decision to quit spying and her unwitting assistance in freeing Saito, Hijikata, and Okita. More information is needed to provide a more complete personality overview.