Character profile
Houji Sadojima
佐渡島方治Houji of the Hundred Senses
Biography
Houji Sadojima is one of Shishio's closest followers, a former Meiji government official who abandoned his post after losing faith in the regime. Though not a skilled fighter, he is a cunning organizer and formidable leader whose talent as a staff officer helps sustain Shishio's campaign.
Story spoilers
After Shishio is defeated, Houji tries to deny Kenshin a clear victory by destroying the battleground complex. He later surrenders intending to spread Shishio's ideals through the courts, but dies by suicide in prison after officials refuse him a trial, remaining loyal to Shishio to the end.
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