[He makes a small noise and for a moment his scowl turns into an expression of sadness that quickly switches into regret before settling on a silent anger.

All males of his family line died early thanks to the Gitsune's curse, but Shūji and Koreto didn't only have no chance but also neither a quick nor a peaceful death. He had seen their mutilated bodies. It had made him want to fight those creatures who did it all the more.]

Don't be. They knew the risk when they became the guards of the seals. [There's a small quiver of emotion in his voice but he kills it off quickly.] ...All of my family die quickly and there are still two of us left. [A pause.] Considering how the war is going I'd consider that a good score.