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Shinpachi

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Nagakura Shinpachi is a formidable and complex character, a skilled swordsman and loyal Shinsengumi captain whose gruff exterior belies a deep moral compass and unwavering dedication to his comrades. His story is one of honor, duty, and the navigation of a changing era.

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