Akiie Kitabatake is a genius military noble and commander trusted by Emperor Go-Daigo to rule the distant Oshu region. Known for his androgynous beauty and stunning archery skills, he became famous for leading rapid campaigns and defeating powerful enemies, even forcing Takauji Ashikaga‘s army to retreat when he was just 19. He fiercely looks down on warriors as wild and uncultured, but shows respect through his actions, not words. He once scouted Tokiyuki Hojo, testing his courage before taking him in as a trusted ally.
Akiie Kitabatake is a young man with striking, androgynous good looks.
He often wears bold makeup that gives him a flamboyant appearance.
His elegant style makes him stand out among warriors and nobles alike.
Akiie Kitabatake is confident, proud, and very strict.
He believes that everyone is born different and that’s fine, so he has a strong sense of social hierarchy and can be openly harsh about it.
He is known to make biting, even sadistic, remarks and sees samurai as almost like wild animals.
However, he does not hate them; instead, he shows respect through his actions, caring for injured soldiers even while insulting them.
He trusts his men, sometimes going without a weapon because he relies on them.
Deep down, he hides that his body is actually weak, a fact known only to Tokiyuki Hojo.
Akiie Kitabatake is the eldest son of the noble Kitabatake Chikafusa, and together they served Emperor Go-Daigo.
In 1335, Akiie Kitabatake was tasked to govern Oshu, bringing Prince Noriyoshi and his father to lead the new regime against the remaining warriors of the Kamakura shogunate.
Even though he was under 20 years old at the time, he performed amazing acts, such as flawlessly hitting targets that strong warriors often missed.
- Physical Strength: 89
- Bravery: 55
- Intelligence: 90
- Loyalty: 97
- Politics: 91
- Chaos: 91
- Leadership: 97
- Innovation: 87
- Charm: 96
- Stealth: 30
# Special Traits
- Military Noble: Increases loyalty of frontier warriors by 50%.
- Genius: Learns all skills faster.
# Special Skills
- Super Fast March: Can act twice in battle.
- Four Arrow Barrage: Attacks in a wide fan-shaped area.
- ??? (Unknown): Very powerful, ultra-long-range attack.
- Show-Off Character: Raises his strength and leadership by 10%, but lowers his stealth by 40%.
Akiie Kitabatake often has a unique relationship with those under him, treating them somewhat like good friends despite his sharp tongue.
He won over even tough warriors who were originally skeptical.
He respects people who prove themselves, like Tokiyuki Hojo, and personally recruits them into his group.
- "Quiet! If there’s no rice, eat sweets!!"
Governing Oshu and Early Achievements
Akiie Kitabatake moved to rule Oshu with his father, Kitabatake Chikafusa, and Prince Noriyoshi, acting as protectors of the northern region.
Although a noble, he took charge alongside warriors like Akikuni Kasuga to protect the land and bring stability.
Defeating Takauji Ashikaga
In 1336, at just 19 years old, Akiie Kitabatake led a lightning-fast campaign against the powerful Ashikaga army.
His forces overwhelmed Takauji Ashikaga’s troops, forcing them to retreat all the way to Kyushu.
Interactions with Tokiyuki Hojo
In December 1337, Akiie Kitabatake appeared before Tokiyuki Hojo, bringing a letter from Emperor Go-Daigo.
He tested Tokiyuki Hojo’s will and bravery, then welcomed him into his own army, recognizing his potential and spirit.
Rice Shortage Incident
In Chapter 131, Akiie Kitabatake’s army faces a rice shortage.
Warriors complain about only having barley, and Akiie Kitabatake shouts, "Quiet! If there’s no rice, eat sweets!!"
This line is a joke based on the story of Marie Antoinette and a real-life event called the “Reiwa Rice Riot” in 2023.
Strangely, the joke became famous again when, in August 2024, rice disappeared from stores due to high demand and prices shot up, making Akiie Kitabatake’s words go viral online once more.
- The series’ creator’s wife is a real-life descendant of Akiie Kitabatake.
- The famous “If there’s no rice, eat sweets!” line is based on Marie Antoinette’s story, but with a fun twist.
- Even though he acts tough, he hides serious fatigue and poor health, which only Tokiyuki Hojo knows about.
Akiie Kitabatake stands out as a noble who excels in both strategy and combat, surprising even his enemies.
His belief is that people can be united through respect, not just words, and he demonstrates this with his brave actions and trust in his followers.
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