TSUKIMICHI -Moonlit Fantasy- - Characters & Cast

Initially, Makoto's motivation is simply to survive and possibly find a way to live peacefully. This evolves into a powerful desire to protect the community he has built in the Demiplane. He seeks to create a safe and prosperous home for all the outcasts who have pledged their loyalty to him. A secondary, long-term goal is to trace the path his parents took in this world.

Makoto begins as a typical, well-meaning teenager thrust into a fantasy world. His initial arc is defined by survival and confusion after being rejected by the Goddess. He quickly transitions from a victim to a powerful leader, but one who is isolated from human society. Across the seasons, he grapples with the morality of his immense power and the responsibility of leading a growing nation of non-humans. A key turning point occurs late in the first season when a tragedy causes him to act with cold ruthlessness, revealing a much darker potential. His journey is about reconciling his innate kindness with the harsh realities of the world and the necessity of using his power to protect his own, even if it means becoming a figure of fear to others.

Tomoe is motivated by her endless curiosity and her devotion to Makoto. She is fascinated by Earth's culture and constantly tries to replicate it in the Demiplane. Her primary drive is to serve Makoto and witness the interesting future he will create, often pushing him into actions he would otherwise avoid.

Tomoe is first introduced as Shen, a powerful and ancient dragon who Makoto defeats. After forming a pact, she becomes his first follower. Her initial interest in Makoto is driven by fascination with his memories of Earth, particularly samurai dramas. Her arc involves evolving from a curious, detached being into a fiercely loyal and capable second-in-command. She takes the initiative in creating the Demiplane and often drives the plot forward with her schemes and boundless enthusiasm. While primarily a source of comic relief, her power and dedication to Makoto are absolute.

Mio's primary motivation is her unwavering devotion and love for Makoto, who she sees as her entire world. She is driven by a desire to be useful to him and to be acknowledged as his primary partner, leading to a constant, comedic rivalry with Tomoe. Her past hunger is replaced by a love for good food and a hunger for Makoto's affection.

Mio, originally the Black Spider of Calamity, is a terrifying monster driven by eternal hunger. After Makoto defeats her by sating her appetite with his immense magic, she forms a pact with him and gains a humanoid form. Her arc is one of transformation from a mindless force of destruction to a devoted, albeit possessive and sometimes yandere-like, follower. She learns to channel her power and develops a deep, affectionate bond with Makoto, seeing him as the one who saved her from her curse of hunger. Her development involves tempering her more extreme instincts and learning to coexist with Tomoe and the other residents of the Demiplane.

Shiki is motivated by a thirst for knowledge and the opportunity to serve a master with limitless potential for magical discovery. He is deeply grateful to Makoto for giving him a new purpose and a more 'human' existence. He strives to support Makoto's goals through research, teaching, and magical support.

Introduced later, Shiki was formerly a lich who conducted research on humans. After being defeated and granted a humanoid form by Makoto, he becomes his third follower. Shiki's arc involves him moving past his detached, research-obsessed nature to become a loyal and integral part of Makoto's camp. He takes on the role of a mentor and magic instructor to Makoto, helping him understand and control his powers more effectively. He provides a more level-headed and analytical perspective compared to the often-eccentric Tomoe and Mio.