Kyounagi, Char

鏡凪シャル

Char Kyounagi is a key supporting character in the manga series Kagurabachi and plays a central role during the Vs. Sojo Arc. She is a young street orphan who has reportedly seen an enchanted blade. Initially introduced as a witness seeking protection from sorcerers because she cannot afford to pay off her pursuer, she claims that this pursuer wields a formidable sword that might be an enchanted blade. Although Chihiro Rokuhira and Togo Shiba are initially skeptical, Chihiro learns more about her situation after treating her to soba. It is revealed that her pursuer, Norisaku Madoka, a sorcerer who caused an explosion at the soba restaurant, is acting on Genichi Sojo's orders. Sojo was pursuing Char due to her heritage as a member of the Kyonagi Clan.
While initially distrusting her, Chihiro and Char develop a close bond as Chihiro protects Char from various sorcerers dispatched by Sojo. As he does so, Char entrusts Chihiro with her secret: her lineage as part of the Kyonagi clan. When Azami arrives, Char is initially dismayed at the thought of being separated from Chihiro and is visibly overjoyed when she is told she can stay with him.
In his battle against Sojo, Chihiro later prioritizes rescuing Char over battling Sojo, revealing how his protectiveness even overrides his need for revenge. He is devastated when he learns Char had been taken by Sojo for five days after he woke up following the battle and is shaken by the realization that he had failed her.
Even in captivity, Char never loses hope that Chihiro will come for her; her statement upon his arrival that he was late indicates she always believed he would save her. Char later goes on to heal Chihiro, a strong sign of trust on her part, before his final duel with Sojo.