Hiedo

The Chilling Reaper Reiko Sakuma (a.k.a. Hiedo)

Hiedo is a man of few words, preferring to let his actions speak for him. He is fiercely loyal to Kogakuni and to Kurotetsu  his mentor. Despite his cold and detached exterior, he harbors a deep sense of justice and compassion, especially for the innocent and the oppressed.

Physical Description

General Physical Condition

Reiko Sakuma, known by his alias Hiedo, is a tall, slender figure, his body clad in the traditional dark garb of a Kogakuni ninja.

Special abilities

Like all Kogakuni ninja, Hiedo is an expert in stealth and evasion. He moves silently and swiftly, often striking from the shadows before his enemies are even aware of his presence.
Hiedo's control over ice magic is extraordinary. He can freeze the moisture in the air to create barriers, weapons, and even control the battlefield by altering the terrain. His ice magic complements his scythe fighting style, allowing him to immobilize opponents before delivering the final blow.
Hiedo wields a scythe with unparalleled skill, using the weapon's reach and lethality to great effect in combat. His movements with the scythe are fluid and precise, capable of cutting down multiple enemies in a single, sweeping motion.

Apparel & Accessories

Hiedo often wears an oni mask different from the usual fox yokai mask most shinobi wear.

Mental characteristics

Personal history

When not operating under his alias, Reiko Sakuma maintains a low profile, often blending in as a common citizen to observe and protect from the shadows. Despite his noble lineage, he avoids the trappings of wealth, preferring a life of simplicity and purpose. His family remains unaware of the full extent of his activities, believing him to be a minor official in the city's bureaucracy.

Quotes & Catchphrases

"In the stillness of the frozen night, I am the harbinger of silence." "To fight me is to battle the very essence of winter itself." "A single stroke, and all will be still. That is the way of the ice scythe."