The Legend of the Mystical Ninja/Characters

Goemon / Kid Ying
Goemon is gallant hero of Japan. He is loosely based off of the Japanese historical figure, Ishikawa Goemon. Although he is a thief, he is known to have saved Japan multiple times. While he is a little hot-headed and always eager to fight, Goemon cares for his friends and his town of Oedo and will stop any evil forces that try to mess with him. Renamed "Kid Ying" in the Western release.

Ebisumaru / Dr. Yang
Originally from Osaka, Ebisumaru moved into Oedo and became Goemon's roommate and partner in crime. Ebisu is extremely flamboyant and is popular with the ladies. He loves to eat and sleep. He is known to do some "questionable" things on occasion. Did I mention he really likes to eat? Renamed "Dr. Yang" in the Western release.

Yae
A beautiful kunoichi. Yae works for a Ninja Agent group and was captured by the Otafu Army. After being freed by Goemon, Yae aids them in their quest to find Princess Yuki, as she is trying to stop an army of counterfeiting shoguns, that might have captured Princess Yuki.

Monoshiri / Wise Old Man
An old man known for his great inventions, Monoshiri lives in Iga and has built several mechanical ninjas. Monoshiri is also known for his very perverted nature. Unfortunately, his transport machine is a fluke and malfunctions. He will be of bigger use in the second game, where is main invention creates a big "impact" on the series. Also known as the "Wise Old Man".

Princess Yuki
The princess of Oedo. Yuki is constantly being kidnapped by enemy organizations looking to take over Oedo (or the entirety of Japan). Rescuing Princess Yuki is the main goal in this game.

Oedo Lord
The Lord of Oedo and the father of Princess Yuki. He is also kidnapped by the enemy shoguns. Although, it appears that he is an enemy shogun. Is that really him?

Kurobei Cat
Part of the Ninja Cat clan. After being freed from the Ghost Woman, Kurobei informs Goemon that Yuki has been kidnapped. It also appears that Kurobei is Princess Yuki's cat.

Koban Cat
Leader of the Ninja Cat clan. His responsibility is to protect Edo. He has many apprentices including Kurobei. He is captured by Hyotoko clan and saved by Goemon. He informs the two that the Otafu Army has taken Princess Yuki.

Tanuki / Raccoon Dog
Not much is known about this mysterious character. He is a Japanese raccoon dog, also known as a tanuki. He appears before every side-view stage, to warn our heroes to be cautious. He is shown to have large...you can figure it out. This is to symbolize financial fortune.