Sega’s upcoming chapter in the saga that turned Kazuma Kiryu into a household name has revealed more information today. Like a Dragon Gaiden character details focuses on Akame and some key figures from the important Daidoji Faction, the mysterious organization that Kiryu is involved with. Speaking of mysterious, Akame also earns that label, as this woman crosses paths with the player and becomes a valuable asset.
Relationship Between Kiryu and Akame
Akame is a jack-of-all-trades based in Sotenbori, Osaka, a large entertainment district in western Japan. What is her role in the story, and how does she influence Kiryu?
While completing an assignment for the Daidoji faction, Kiryu gets caught up in a certain incident. Through this incident, he becomes acquainted with Akame, a mysterious woman who seems to be well-versed in Sotenbori’s underworld. Akame gathers intel from all over Sotenbori via her Akame Network, an intelligence network comprised of the city’s homeless. As a jack-of-all-trades, she often accepts risky requests that most wouldn’t dare touch.
Kiryu joins forces with Akame, helping her complete these requests. Their friendship deepens as they solve conflicts in the criminal underworld and tackle its poverty industry.
Key Figures in Daidoji Faction
Yoshimura (Portrayed by Mitsuaki Kanuka)
- A manager in the Daidoji faction
- A cog in a cold-hearted and unfeeling organization
A manager in the Daidoji faction who specializes in violence. Yoshimura prioritizes the faction above all else, ruthlessly eliminating those who pose a threat. He openly expresses his contempt for Kiryu, a man who shows no allegiance.
Boss (Portrayed by Hiroshi Naka)
- A high-ranking officer in the Daidoji faction
- The general in the shadows
Other than the fact that he is a high-ranking officer in the Daidoji faction, not much else is known about this wheelchair-bound old man. As someone who possesses a significant amount of power within the organization, he demands Kiryu to keep the pact he made with the Daidoji.
Head Priest (Portrayed by Ikkyu Juku)
- The head priest of the Daidoji faction
A man who serves as the head priest of the Daidoji. Detached from his earthly desires, he enjoys playing Go by himself all day long. He is one of the few people Kiryu confides in.
Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name releases November 9, 2023, for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4, and PC. You can learn about more characters and details here.