This entry is for the character from the donghua. See Yinzhe for the manhua equivalent.
Youko Sennen or In Tetsu was a former spirit shadow of a Youmeishi, but now he is a demon master of Mount Ura.
Appearance[]
Youko's most striking physical feature is his orange crowned red hair, grown long and reaching down to his back. It is kept it tied in place. He has distinctive pointed ears and wears a white and gold-lined coat with a raised collar.
Personality[]
Youko is a very cool and arrogant man. Despite this he still has a humorous side to him and can act caring around those he cares for. Not much else is known about his personality.
History[]
Role in the Story[]
Youko is the spirit shadow of the previous Youmeishi and Ki's father, Gin. He is also the trainer of Keika.
Relationships[]
Ki Tanmoku[]
In Tetsu tends to be very possessive and protective over Ki Tanmoku. In Tetsu is repeatedly seen telling Ki that he owns Mount Ura and subsequently everything on it, including Ki himself. He's protective and possessive behavior could stem from them being previous partners or from his respect of Ki's father. Though despite them generally getting along, he does tend to get in fights with Ki over Keika, as In Tetsu believes that he is a better choice for a spirit shadow. Ki will get hostile with In Tetsu if he feels that he is threatening harm towards Keika.
In Tetsu often questions Ki's motives in regards to Keika. Questioning why he would go so far for a spirit shadow and even angrily confronting Ki about the soul binding circle he was researching. Overall, their relationship is tumultuous at best, but generally, In Chen wants what is best for Ki.
You Keika []
In Tetsu is initially seen as hostile and condescending towards Keika when they first meet. He often refers to Keika as a dog on a leash bound to his master. He keeps telling Keika that he is not the right choice for a spirit shadow and is weak. During the two major fights, we see them get into, Keika is outmatched by In Tetsu, further upsetting Keika. Upon taking Keika on as his apprentice, reluctantly so, he starts him off at basic level lessons, including holding a boulder while squatting and basic talisman making. He also told him, do not let anyone else but me defeat you. This later results in In Tetsu telling him that if he finds someone he cannot fight, do not risk his life and run, similar to what Ki told Keika when they first met him.
His pride was damaged after the final battle with the Senriyuu head. Of all the youkai and spirits present, the only one not affected by Senriyuu's hypnosis was Keika. This is due to him not wanting anything from Yomeishi. This results in him heading off into the woods to train, assuming to become better than Keika. HIs overall reaction to the events was quite sobering, but It is currently unknown what his stance is on Keika.