Hamazura was originally a delinquent and the reluctant leader of Skill-Out, a gang of Level 0s who sought to fight back against Academy City’s esper-dominated hierarchy. He was not particularly strong or intelligent, but he had a knack for survival, which helped him navigate the dangerous underground world of Academy City.

His life took a drastic turn when he became a subordinate of ITEM, a powerful underground organization led by Mugino Shizuri, the 4th-ranked Level 5 esper. Though initially viewed as expendable, he slowly proved himself to be resourceful and determined, particularly when he began developing feelings for Takitsubo Rikou, a fellow member of ITEM.

During the Academy City faction war, Mugino was consumed by vengeance after a battle with the rival organization SCHOOL, and she turned on Hamazura and Takitsubo in her pursuit of power. Realizing that he had no choice but to fight, Hamazura defeated Mugino, proving that even a powerless Level 0 could take down one of Academy City’s strongest espers with sheer willpower and strategy. This event cemented his reputation as an anomaly, as his survival and victories continued to defy Aleister Crowley’s calculations.

Hamazura has short, messy blond hair and brown eyes, giving him a rough but unassuming look. Compared to the other protagonists, he has a more average and streetwise appearance, fitting his delinquent background.

He often wears casual clothing, such as hoodies, jackets, or streetwear, reflecting his lack of affiliation with formal organizations. Unlike Touma or Accelerator, Hamazura has no signature accessories or weapons, relying purely on his quick thinking and whatever resources he can find in the moment.

Hamazura Shiage is resourceful, adaptable, and fiercely protective, especially toward Takitsubo Rikou and those he considers his own. Though he was once a self-serving delinquent, his experiences in Academy City’s underground world force him to mature quickly, developing into a reliable and selfless individual who fights for what he believes in, despite his lack of powers.

Unlike Touma and Accelerator, Hamazura does not have a strong ideological drive his motivations are deeply personal. He is not trying to save the world or fight against systemic oppression; rather, he simply wants to protect Takitsubo and escape the horrors of Academy City’s dark side. This grounded, everyman-like perspective makes him one of the most relatable characters in the series, as he is not bound by destiny or supernatural abilities, but rather his own choices and determination.

Despite his bravery, Hamazura is not fearless he fully acknowledges his weaknesses and limitations, often feeling frustrated or overwhelmed when facing enemies far beyond his abilities. However, his defining trait is that he never gives up, even when the odds are stacked against him. He is willing to risk everything for those he loves, making him a genuine and human contrast to the other two protagonists, who deal with more grand-scale conflicts.

• From Skill-Out Leader to ITEM Subordinate
  Hamazura’s introduction in the series presents him as a minor antagonist, leading Skill-Out in a small-time conflict against Kamijou Touma and Accelerator. However, after his defeat and fall from power, he is recruited into ITEM, where he takes orders from Mugino Shizuri and is forced to navigate the dangerous underworld of Academy City. Though he starts as a disposable grunt, Hamazura slowly proves his value, especially when he starts developing feelings for Takitsubo Rikou, a member of ITEM who is being exploited for her esper abilities. This emotional connection drives his character growth, leading him to take a stand against Mugino when she spirals out of control.

• Defeating Mugino and Becoming an Anomaly
  During the Academy City faction war, Hamazura fights to protect Takitsubo, realizing that her life is being endangered by ITEM’s dangerous missions. When Mugino Shizuri, driven by vengeance, attempts to kill him, Hamazura does the unthinkable he defeats the 4th-ranked Level 5 esper, a feat that should have been impossible for a powerless Level 0. This moment solidifies his status as an anomaly, as he continues to survive and succeed against enemies far more powerful than himself. His victories begin disrupting Aleister Crowley’s calculations, forcing Academy City’s higher ups to take notice of his unpredictable presence.

• Fighting Against the Dark Side of Academy City
  After escaping ITEM, Hamazura and Takitsubo go on the run, trying to stay out of Academy City’s conflicts. However, he is constantly pulled back into battle, whether against rogue esper organizations, military forces, or other threats from the dark side. Despite his wishes to live a peaceful life, Hamazura realizes that as long as Academy City continues its experiments, he and Takitsubo will never truly be safe. This realization pushes him to keep fighting, proving that even a normal person with no powers can stand against the city’s most dangerous forces.