Kyouki

Kyouki is the current kirin of the kingdom of Kyou. His master is Shushou. Notably, he remained on Mount Hou for twenty-eight years before choosing Shushou to be the new ruler of Kyou. In contrast to other kirin, he is physically large and not slender.

Though kirin are known to be benevolent by nature, Kyouki is often criticized by Shushou for being overly sympathetic, especially for people she deems to be unworthy of sympathy, such as Shoukei. While he often questions Shushou’s decisions, she responds with logical explanations behind her actions. Shushou also does not hesitate to slap Kyouki for sympathetic tendencies, remarking only that his greater height makes it difficult for her to physically reprimand him.