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Hotohori

Name: (Warrior Name) Hotohori

Birth Name: (Chinese) Xing-Xiu (Japanese) Shu Seishuku

Aliases: Emperor Saihitei

Character:

Constellation: Hydra

Birthday: 2 April

Age: 18 (deceased)

Hair: Anime: Black/ Manga: almost black

Eyes: Anime: Amber/ Manga: Dark brown

Height: 6'

Blood Type: A

Family: Mother (Motaiko), elder brother (Shu Tendo), 3 half brothers (Ogi, Bogyoku, and Kotsuki), 2 younger half-sisters, wife (You Houki) and son (Boushin, aka Reizeitei)

Birthplace: Eiyo, Capital of Konan Empire ~ Rong-Yang, capital city of the Hong-Nan Empire

Status: Suzaku Warrior, Emperor

Quote: "Then grant me this... for a fool who is in love with you..."

Anime: Fushigi Yugi

Voice: (English) Sean (Kirk) Thornton (Japanese) Takehito Koyasu

History and Personality: Hotohori is the beautiful narcissistic fourth Emperor of Konan. When he first heard about the Suzaku-no-Miko at a young age, he thought the priestess would be the one for him and love him for himself, instead of his title. Eventually, when he met Miaka Yuki, he loved her deeply and would do anything for her. Thus, he became Tamahome's rival, but stepped aside when he realized Miaka only had eyes for Tamahome. He eventually marries a woman named Houki, who bears a striking resemblance to Nuriko. He is killed by Nakago during the battle between Konan and Kutou, leaving Houki pregnant with his son Boushin.

He seems like the type that hides his feelings, but he is actually a warm and gentle man. As the ruler of his kingdom, he was raised surrounded by adults, so it is no wonder he looks old for his age. He looks cold and harsh when he is sitting on the throne because of his isolated and lonely upbringing. He never had any real love from his parents, the previous Emperor and Empress, so he is very attracted to Miaka's warmth. When he is around her, he turns into a normal young man. The worst part (or best part) about him is that he's a total narcissist. Hotohori is very proud of his beauty, and is always displaying his regal bearing and good looks. He loves looking at himself in the mirror and definitely likes when others compliment him. He does this in good humor, though - he is not a selfish person or someone who would cut others down. Rather, he is generous with his beauty, loving himself but also others along with him.

Due to his sheltered background, he does not know much about the world. Hotohori is the fourth Emperor of Konan, and from a young age, he was raised among adults to be responsible and take care of political affairs. Hotohori is naturally a gentle, peace-loving person, who is rather isolated and quiet but also very good to and caring of others. Hotohori is serious and kind, and noble to the people he rules over. In fact, he will often put the affairs of Konan ahead of taking care of himself, so that he is so busy looking after the people and ruling the country that he forgets about his own life and needs. Since he was raised among adults such as advisors and ambassadors, he acts older than his age. As Emperor, he is trained to be cool and majestic, but his warm heart shines through his reserved exterior.

Hotohori’s childhood was filled with emptiness and aloneness. As a youngster, he felt he was unloved by his father, the previous Emperor, and his mother. During some instances, he felt a little love from his father, but felt that this is only because he is a Celestial Warrior. Even as a child he was saddled with the affairs of the entire country; but when the young Hotohori learned he was a Suzaku-seishi and heard the legend of Suzaku-no-Miko, he embraced the story. He hoped the young girl who appeared would be the one to end his solitude and sadness, and like him for who he really was. Hotohori’s father died when he was fourteen, and his mother forced him to become the Emperor. When Hotohori’s mother also died, life around him became even more quiet. Hotohori felt as though he was trapped and longed for freedom. Hotohori shares pride in his destiny as a Suzaku-seishi, for soon he is surrounded by people who are his true friends and share his future, finally bringing an end to his loneliness and giving him contentment.

In Fushigi Yugi Eikoden, Hotohori is revived as a young boy who visits a local cemetery often. During the assembly of the Suzaku-seishi, he was the last one to return to his former form, despite Nuriko's threat to kill him by his sword when he doesn't come out. This OVA also discusses something of Houki's past and how she came to love Hotohori. Empress Houki came from a poor village and was actually in love with Hotohori's older brother (though no one knew his true identity) Houki left because her family was so poor, and so if she married into money they would be well off. However, when she saw Hotohori's selfless devotion to Miaka she vowed to love him and never abandon him. Her former love later confronted her, revealing his identity and asking if she would have married him had he been emperor. He fought his brother for her hand and was killed by a fortune teller. Hotohori and Houki were both hurt by this. however, it made Hotohori realize that, though he would always love Miaka, he cared very deeply for Houki.

Relationships: Hotohori is in love with Miaka from the moment he suspects that she may be the priestess of Suzaku - and he's been in love with the idea of the priestess since childhood. Though this love is obviously more of a decision than anything else it soon becomes true adoration and Hotohori gets to know the cheerful Miaka. He selflessly cares for her and protects her. Though he does make several serious attempts to win her affections for himself he eventually gives her up for her happiness, even marrying another both to ease Miaka's guilt and to fulfill his obligation to his nation.

Because they are both in love with Miaka, Hotohori and Tamahome are rivals. However, they also share a deep respect and friendship. Hotohori is willing to kill Tamahome to save Miaka when Tamahome is being controlled, but he is the quickest to forgive and welcome Tamahome back once Tamahome is free of Nakago's control.

Though Hotohori at first weds Houki because of his obligation to provide an heir he does grow to love her in the end.

Techniques: Hotohori fights primarily with a sword (the gift Taitsukun gives to him from Suzaku is a holy sword). He is also experienced in martial arts (received expert training as a child)

Trivia: Hotohori's hobbies are reading and fashion.

Hotohori is so beautiful that he is often mistaken for a woman. Generally this makes him unhappy, though he is quite pleased with his looks (*cough*narcissist*cough*)

Why we love him: Hello? Beautiful, rich, and powerful? And still so sweet, so selfless, so heroic! I'm with Houki - the man deserves absolute devotion and adoration.

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