: The story is often seen through the eyes of Ouri, Keisei’s younger brother, an orphan who discovers his brother's secret world and finds himself inexplicably drawn to Makina and the concept of death. Key Characters
: A relentless warrior who fights with dual MAC-11 submachine guns . Her ultimate goal is to destroy the "Seven Stars," the elite group of Shikabane responsible for her family's death. Shikabane Hime Aka
The series follows , a young girl who was brutally murdered alongside her family. Driven by a fierce desire for revenge, she returns to the world as a "Shikabane Hime" (Corpse Princess)—an undead being contracted to the Kōgon Sect . : The story is often seen through the
: Initially a "Non-Action Guy," Ouri serves as the emotional anchor for the audience. As the series progresses, he transitions from a powerless bystander to a central player in the conflict. Visuals and Production Shikabane Hime Aka: anime review – dead and beautiful The series follows , a young girl who
: She is bound to Keisei Tagami , a perverted yet capable Buddhist monk who acts as her "Contracted Monk," providing her with the mana needed to fight.
: A high-ranking monk of the Kougon Sect. While he often acts as a comic relief figure, he is deeply protective of both Makina and Ouri.