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Sainokimi
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Character Information
Birthday:
August 15
Age:
unknown (60's-70's)
Height:
158 cm (5'2")
Bloodtype:
A
Occupation:
Advisor for the Nakatsu Kuni throne
Voice Actor(s):
Yukari Nozawa
First Appearance: Harukanaru Toki no Naka de 4

Sainokimi (狭井君) is a secondary character in Harukanaru Toki no Naka de 4. Unlike the protagonist, her given name is not stated and she is only known by her nickname as Lady of the Lily in official media.

Role in Game[]

Sainokimi is a member of the Star Clan and has special abilities in manipulating spiritual energies. She grew up in a secluded shrine on Mount Miwa and was chosen to serve the Nakatsu Kuni throne. When the kingdom was invaded, Sainokimi was injured but managed to protect the surviving ministers and allies. She then settled in Kumano and continued to guide and protect them. When the second princess, Chihiro, returned, Sainokimi welcomed her and pledged her loyalty. She gave Chihiro a dragon gem and informed her about the location of Genbu's sacred altar. Sainokimi also advised Chihiro on how to fix the altar for Genbu's arrival.

Throughout the timelines, Sainokimi instructs the princess to focus on her status as royalty and to avoid favoritism. Sainokimi often stages several preventive actions to inhibit any intimate relationships she may have with her companions. Surviving the world's end, she remains Chihiro's strict teacher and advisor in the final canon timeline.

Character Information[]

Development[]

Like Iwanagahime, Sainokimi was devised to act as one of Chihiro's maternal figures. "Saino" is an archaic term for a lily, which is devised to tie into Chihiro's symbolic item. The creators believe her name and her symbolic item creates a comparison between the two characters; Chihiro's bamboo lily is overshadowed by Sainokimi's mountain lily.

She is the character who was created to enforce the game's theme throughout the main characters' stories. Her concern for her country was developed to avoid antagonizing her too much.

Personality[]

Sainokimi upholds her homeland's traditions with grace and practicality. Her judgment is rarely questioned, as she shares the views of elderly ministers. She silences impulsive protests sternly, sometimes with harshness. As a wise mentor, she supports Chihiro while prioritizing the restoration of their homeland and the preservation of their sacred tradition. If Chihiro neglects her purpose, Sainokimi takes necessary steps to restore order.

Character Symbolism[]

Her symbolic color is umemurasaki, or plum purple. It is a dull reddish purple named after the fruit mentioned within its title. The plum is often affiliated with loyalty in the flower language.

The mountain lily is known as a flower of solemness and chastity within the flower language. It's famous for its large petals whilst in bloom.

Quotes[]

  • "What a story I have to tell. It was when I was fourteen, before flowers or scorn adorned me..."
  • "Ignorance of a quarrel and rotting to nothingness is foolish. Surely you know this."
  • "I have humbly awaited for your return, Princess."
  • "Do you ever stop to consider how often you linger with the lower class?"
  • "No one has forgotten the disgrace your elder sister has wrought. The rumors persist that you too shall cause inexplicable turmoil to the country. We must not allow infamy to stain your name."
  • "I understand the hesitation you must feel. Yet you must think of how the people will falter if they saw their Queen defy tradition."
  • "A wise decision. Your choice is surely a marvelous blessing for Toyo-Ashihara."
  • "What ever could have called you here today?"
"Eh, nothing much. I just busted my ass to get here, and I wanted to satisfy my curiosity on something. ... What are you planning this time?"
"I am as I once was. My aspirations have not changed. I simply desire to foster the new Queen for our kingdom's restoration."
"Hmm... Even at the cost of her feelings?"
"If it should benefit the country."
~~Sainokimi and Iwanagahime
  • "Thou seekest to trap me within a curse?"
"Yes. Those who threaten the country have no recourse but to disappear. Even if they happen to be a god."
"How foolish... truly fatuous. Thou killest me and my other white half shall vanish. Wouldest thou dare to continue?"
"It matters not. I do not desire to protect the god of this country. The country itself is what I wish to save."
"...Wherefore doest thou treasure this land?"
"It is completely irreplaceable. Be it the history it has lived and the obstacles it surpassed or the countless people who live within it, I shall not permit its loss."
~~Black Dragon and Sainokimi

Special Ability[]

If Chihiro summons her in battle, Sainokimi has the power to endow the miasma (poison) status ailment on foes simply by speaking to them. It is ineffective against bosses, but it may help cripple most opponents in the game.

Gallery[]

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