Saiyuuki Gaiden

最遊記外伝
Saiyuki Gaiden

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Synopsis

500 years before the story of Saiyuki, a heretic child with golden eyes is brought into Heaven. He is given into the reluctant care of a minor deity named Konzen, the nephew of the Merciful Goddess Kanzeon Bosatsu. Konzen eventually gives the child the name "Goku." Goku becomes friends with two other minor gods, Marshal Tenpou and General Kenren of the Western Army of Heaven. He also meets a strange little boy who seems to be his own age, the War Prince Nataku. Although Goku is happy in his new home, Heaven is not kind to heretics. There are those who would use Nataku and Goku as tools in an attempt to seize the throne of Heaven, and Konzen, Tenpou, and Kenren may not be able to save them. (Source: ANN)

Published

May 18, 1999 to May 16, 2009

Authors

Minekura, Kazuya

External links

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Main characters

Gokuu Son382 fan favorites
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Age: 500+ ? (Appears 18) Birthday: April 5 Sign: Aries Blood Type: O Height: 162 cm (5'4) Weight: 51 kg (112 lbs.) Hair: Brown Eyes: Gold Hobbies: Eating, fighting, being with Sanzou Dislikes: Being alone, being hungry Perpetually hungry, energetic and playful, Gokuu is the constant companion by Sanzou's side, viewing him as the 'sun' that his world revolves around. He is actually neither demon nor human, but is a heretic that was given birth by the Earth itself. He is very fast as well as strong, and uses his nyoibou [an extendable staff] to fight demons in battle. He accompanied Sanzou on his journey, and is often seen trading insults with Gojyo or fighting with him over food. The diadem that Gokuu wears on his head is actually a limiter to suppress his true form, the Seiten Taisei, or the Sage Equal to Heaven. When in this form, Gokuu is incredibly powerful and nearly unstoppable. He usually can't distinguish between friend or foe in this form, and often turns his attack toward his companions. Sanzou is capable of conjuring Gokuu's limiter in the event that it breaks. (Source: Saiyuuki Fansite, Saiyuuki Wikia)
Konzen Douji23 fan favorites
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Konzen Douji is Genjo Sanzo's previous incarnation. Kanzeon Bosatsu's nephew. His status as a god was high, but his job consisted mainly of paging through documents, and the boredom was killing him. He's a typical young master and doesn't know what hard work is; although he's the iron fist in a velvet glove and has a huge attitude, he has no strength or patience. He's pure only so far as he has no worldly knowledge. He met Goku, and was influenced by Tenpou and Kenren as well, and defeated his previous self in order to protect that which was important to him, gaining the determination to face up to a huge power. He has long, fine golden hair, and long-lashed drooping eyes. His appearance resembles Genjo Sanzo somehow. (Source: Saiyuki Wikia)
Tenpou Gensui23 fan favorites
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Field Marshall Tenpou Gensou is Cho Hakkai's previous incarnation. The Field Marshal of Heaven's Western Army. He's a reading maniac, and he's always buried in books. He too loves lower world items, and he gathers senseless items in his office, calling him his collection. He's easy-going and vague, very "my pace." He doesn't care at all about himself, with his shabby white coat and his dandruff-ridden hair—his handsome face is totally wasted. He's famous for being a weirdo, and his calm, cool-headed insight while standing on the battlefield is like that of another person; his superior officer the Dragon King recognizes Tenpou as the superior military man. He used to be the type to bear everything on his own, but since he gained his good comrade Kenren, he changed his solitary recklessness, placed Kenren at the top of his unit, and put his heart into playing the wife role. He also has a dangerous side that leads him to keep hot items to himself beyond all expectations, and to keep his teeth in something until he's satisfied, no matter who his opponent is. He has semi-long black hair, like it's been left to grow out, and thick glasses. He has a handsome look that combines gentleness and harshness. That look somehow resembles Hakkai. His favored cigarette brand is Arc Royal. His beloved ash tray is a charming earthenware frog acquired in the lower world. Minekura had her assistant Suzuki Jirou-chan design it. She hopes to turn it into merchandise. He is always shown using a Katana in various sealing missions. (Source: Saiyuki Wikia)
Kenren Taishou21 fan favorites
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Kenren Taishou is Sha Gojyo's previous incarnation. General of Heaven's Western Army. A lawless man who loves saké, flowers, and women. He's an infamous commander who used to be a general in the Eastern army, but he was demoted for sleeping with his commander's wife, and became Field Marshal Tenpou's subordinate. He's a bold wanderer overflowing with chivalry but also has a meddling, common-sensed face. He's a good older brother-type person, especially to children and his subordinates. He's been called Tenpou's husband, but he's actually more of a housewife, supporting Tenpou, who wouldn't be able to handle daily life if left to his own devices. He doubted the absolute principle policies of heaven from before. He is attracted by the lower world's art and the beauty of living things, and while he's a military man in heaven's army, he becomes involved with Goku. He has short black hair and black eyes, a sarcastic mouth, and a big, childlike smile. That look resembles Sha Gojyo somehow. He loves lower world luxury items like cigarettes. Since acquiring these goods is difficult, he smokes several brands. Kenren is shown using guns in his missions. (Source: Saiyuki Wikia)