The Keisoin Academy personalities from the Yatagarasu fan book (Part 1)
As it turned out there are so many info included on the fan book that describes the characters of the fourth book, “The Empty Coffin” (and “Volume 6: The Prosperous Ravens”). Like always, this is a rough translation, so apologies in advance. This is also to coincide with mangaka Natsumi Matsuzaki’s old new illustrations she posted recently in honour of the latest paperback release of “The Crows’ Green Feathers.”
Haruma
Originating from the Eastern Territory
It is said that the hierarchy at the Keisoin is strict. Do you have any concerns about the senior-junior relationships?
Not at all! Especially since I am particularly favored by Yukiya, who is two years my senior, and he always kindly listens to my concerns if I have any.
Yukiya, renowned as the prodigy of the Keisoin! He declined my request for an interview. What kind of senior is he from a junior's perspective?
He is not only wise but also full of compassion, the best senior one could possibly imagine.
There are rumors that he is mean or has a bad personality. What do you think?
I think those who say such things are blind.
A word from Abe-san to Haruma.
Even the author doesn't quite understand why they became so enamored with Yukiya. It's probably not logical, more like love at first sight. If it's love at first sight, there's nothing you can do about it. *
Seiken
Keisouin Instructor, Head of Academic Studies
I heard that the generation expected to graduate this term had quite a few problem children.
I don't quite understand what you mean by “problem children,” but I believe they are all kids who are seriously exploring the path they should take and are capable of making efforts.
I heard there were many fights and some even rebelled against the instructors?
That is true. However, when you have a group of children at that age, fights occur no matter the generation (laughs). I do not believe that students who don't fight or are obedient to instructors are necessarily good students. Furthermore, the fact that they can defy instructors is itself proof that Keisouin has become healthy. I am proud of such a Keisouin.
So, what if rowdy or delinquent individuals wish to join?
Bring them on. We look forward to them.
A word from Ms Abe to Seiken.
Although working as an instructor, which is his calling, he barely manages to appear as a decent Yatagarasu, but I think he is quite a dangerous person. He is by no means a saint. He appears calm, but is astute and fierce.
Suikan
Former professor of the Keisoin Academy, in charge of Military Tactics' exercises
Is it true that Yukiya of the Northern family, a graduate of this term, suffered a major defeat in board training when he was a novice?
It is true.
From your perspective, is Yukiya from the Kita Family promising?
There is no doubt about his talent in military tactics. He will likely soon be regarded as the top strategist within the organization. In that sense, he can be considered promising, but personally, I hope that doesn't happen.
What do you mean by that?
(Laughing) It might sound like I’m sourgraping, but I'm speaking with the thought of emergencies in mind. In any case, I hope it doesn't come to a situation where he holds all the military power.
A word from Ms Abe to Suikan.
I admire (Midori) Suikan and aspire to become a professor like that, but as a teacher, he is still very inexperienced. He is in the process of being nurtured as a teacher by his students. Keep it up!
* So who has caught on Yukiya’s charms? There’s Nazukihiko/Wakamiya for one.
