Desha

Desha's most notable features are his deeply chiseled face, a sharply hooked nose, and a mouth that splits wide with jagged teeth reminiscent of his father.

He is perceived as unattractive and carries a visible complex about his appearance, especially when compared to his charming brother Despa, who is popular with women.

His overall demeanor gives off an intimidating and powerful aura.

Desha is ambitious, proud, and maintains a veneer of stoic confidence, yet he is deeply insecure about his looks.

He feels jealousy toward his brother Despa due to Despa's popularity and good looks.

Despite his harshness, Desha is a fair and respected king who cares for his people and can act with compassion when needed.

He is practical, values strength, and does not indulge weakness, sometimes coming off as excessively strict.

Desha is one of the last remaining gods and the son of Saturn, the former King of the Underworld.

He has two brothers: Despa and Ōken.

His father once sacrificed many people in pursuit of immortality, which led Desha to rebel and overthrow him, despite the moral conflicts this entailed.

After this victory, Desha became the new King of the Underworld and is regarded as a wise and trusted ruler.

He is ranked second in the prestigious Ranking of Kings.

Desha inherited supernatural powers from his father, most notably the ability to manipulate and strike with lightning.

He wields a massive spiked club as his primary weapon in combat.

His physical strength and proficiency in both martial and magical arts have earned him fearful respect from allies and enemies alike.

Desha also possesses a peculiar ability to communicate with Despa over long distances simply by placing a hand over his mouth.

Despa is his younger brother; the two can communicate over long distances and have a complicated yet loyal sibling bond.

Desha holds a rivalry mixed with jealousy toward Despa, due in part to Despa's popularity and looks.

Ōken, his other brother, was once a valiant ally but has been driven mad by immortality; Desha was forced to imprison him for the safety of others.

Desha played a critical role in the chain of events involving Bojji, initially dismissing him for his weakness but later supporting important decisions that aided Bojji's journey.

Miranjo is an adversary whom Desha pursues, leading to several key confrontations.

His beloved warhorse, White King, is fiercely loyal, only obedient to Desha and known for becoming overweight during Desha's absence.

Desha is able to communicate with Despa regardless of distance by a special gesture—placing a hand over his mouth.

Deep down, he harbors envy and insecurities about his looks, which occasionally influence his actions, such as destroying statues made in his image.

As a king, his strategic mind often places practicality above sentiment, although he is not blind to compassion.

White King, his horse, once became overweight when Desha left the palace and only slimmed down after falling in love with another horse.

Desha briefly lost his memory and became destitute following his dealings with the demon that saved Ōken.

"I only seek victory, no matter how ugly it may seem."

"Strength is not always what you’re born with; sometimes, it’s the courage to act in spite of weakness."

Rebellion and Rise to Power

Desha's early years were marked by his father's tyranny, as Saturn sacrificed many for immortality.

Haunted by such cruelty, Desha led a revolt, relying on mercenary tactics he found distasteful yet necessary.

He ultimately defeated his father and assumed the throne of the Underworld, becoming a respected and trusted ruler.

The Prison and Ōken

Desha's brother Ōken became immortal but lost his sanity.

Desha sorrowfully imprisoned Ōken to prevent further harm, setting the stage for intense family struggles.

Meeting Bojji

Bojji, seeking strength, is initially rejected by Desha for his lack of power.

However, when Desha discovers Bojji's connection to Despa, he relents, demonstrating his ability to reconsider and act pragmatically.

The Confrontation with Miranjo

Desha travels to the Kingdom of Bosse to punish Miranjo, the mastermind behind a series of tragic events.

He encounters resistance from Bojji and his allies but chooses to trust Despa's judgment, adjusting his response and incorporating a former enemy, Gigan, into his ranks.

The Ordeal with the Demon

Desha seeks to rescue Ōken using the power of the demon within the Gods’ Vault, intentionally turning down the sword chosen by past kings.

Though he succeeds in freeing Ōken, the cost is the loss of his own memory, leaving him wandering and unrecognizable.

The Aftermath

Following his memory loss, Desha meets Bojji again, who fails to recognize him.

He shows kindness to strangers, offering gold and a mysterious power to Bojji, safeguarding his legacy even while lost and vulnerable.

Desha commands a loyal army and entrusts his kingdom to Despa after Ōken’s salvation.

In the wake of his sacrificial choices, he continues to protect and inspire, even when stripped of his former glory.

His complex legacy as a warrior, brother, and king cements Desha’s place as a fascinating figure in the Ranking of Kings.