Yoshitora Tokugawa

History
He is the sole heir to the reigning shogun and former student of Gaoh and Jubei. More interested in women and partying than politics, he would be runs away from his home, that refusing to be the next ruler. Gaoh, believing Japan would only prosper if Yoshitora were to rule, while could to starts a rebellion in hopes of luring his student back. In his ending, he questions his former master's motives.

Gaoh explains that the shogun ruling before Yoshitora is uncaring to the people and continuing under his rule would only bring famine and desecration to the people. He pleas with his pupil to become shogun. Realizing the responsibility of his role for the first time, Yoshitora finally agrees to his former master's request.

As shogun, he then challenges Haohmaru to a duel, while asking the latter to join him and help him build a new country. Haohmaru replies that if he loses, he'll join Yoshitora. They fight but the result of their match is uncertain.

Personality
Yoshitora is a cock-sure and rebellious member of the Tokugawa clan. Though he presents himself as a bit of a slacker, he is actually quite aware of his surroundings and won't hesitate to take the wisest choice in a conflict. Analogous to his historical inspiration, he is also a playboy. In one of his winning poses, he is followed by a crowd of young ladies.