Kirawus
Kirawus is an Ainu hunter from a kotan near Kushiro in Golden Kamuy. Having previously hunted brown bears alongside Nihei Tetsuzou, he eventually joins the faction led by Toshizou Hijikata. Within the group, he forms a prominent duo with Toshiyuki Kadokura, relying on his knowledge of Ainu culture and natural remedies to assist the team throughout their journey.
Overview
Kirawus is an Ainu hunter from a kotan near Kushiro in Golden Kamuy. Having previously hunted brown bears alongside Nihei Tetsuzou, he eventually joins the faction led by Toshizou Hijikata. Within the group, he forms a prominent duo with Toshiyuki Kadokura, relying on his knowledge of Ainu culture and natural remedies to assist the team throughout their journey.
Appearance
Kirawus wears traditional Ainu garments alongside Japanese clothes, topped with an Ainu headband known as a matanpushi pulled low over his forehead. He has black hair with sideburns, facial hair, and brown eyes. Notably, his attire remains fully covered without skin exposure throughout his appearances.
Personality
Despite his rugged appearance, Kirawus is exceptionally friendly, mild-mannered, and welcoming. He shows genuine kindness toward strangers and companions alike. When speaking Japanese, he tends to omit grammatical particles, resulting in a somewhat youthful and relaxed speech style. He possesses a jovial demeanor, easily expressing joy during casual moments, and demonstrates remarkable fortune by staying uninjured through dangerous ordeals.
Abilities
Kirawus is a skilled hunter proficient with Murata rifles, possessing practical survival skills common to Ainu hunters. He has a deep understanding of natural resources such as poisonous plants and silkworm cocoons, and he demonstrates analytical thinking when adapting plans. He is also capable of operating artillery to strike distant enemy vessels when supported by allies.
Background
Over a decade prior to the main events, Kirawus hunted brown bears together with Nihei Tetsuzou. After resolving a misunderstanding with Genjirou Tanigaki, he sought work at a herring fishery in Kushiro to earn a living following a swarm of locusts that hit his village. His encounter with Toshizou Hijikata's group led him to assist in locating the tattooed convict Shinzou Doi, earning him a spot within the faction.
Relationships
Within Toshizou Hijikata's group, Shinpachi Nagakura paired Kirawus with Toshiyuki Kadokura, establishing an inseparable partnership between the two. Having previously hunted with Nihei Tetsuzou, Kirawus maintains a warm friendship with Genjirou Tanigaki after clearing up a past conflict. He also shows concern and camaraderie toward fellow associates like Tatsuma Ushiyama.
Trivia
The name Kirawus means 'has horns' in the Ainu language, derived from his childhood habit of playing with deer antlers. While physical exposure of male characters occurs frequently in the work, Kirawus is notable for remaining entirely clothed without removing even his headband.