Ken Ryuuguuji, also known as Draken, is the tough and reliable vice-president of the Tokyo Revengers gang. He stands out with his tall, powerful build and the dragon tattoo on his temple. He is loyal to his best friend, Manjirou Sano, and always tries to guide him to do the right thing. Ken has survived many fights, life-or-death moments, and time leaps, becoming a fan favorite with his strong sense of justice and big heart.
Ken Ryuuguuji is very tall, at 185 centimeters (about 6 feet 1 inch), and weighs 75 kilograms (about 165 pounds).
He has a long golden braided ponytail and a dragon tattoo on the left side of his head.
He likes to wear his gang uniform and is always easy to spot in a crowd.
His blood type is O.
He was born on May 10, 1990.
He rides a custom Zephyr 400 motorcycle.
Ages:
• 15 (2005)
• 18 (2008)
• 27 (2017)
Hair Color: Blond (dyed his hair Black)
Eye Color: Black
Relatives: Unnamed parents
Occupation: Mechanic for Top of Manji
Affiliation: Tokyo Manji Gang
Position: Vice-Leader (副総長, Fuku Souchou)
Former Positions: Brahman member
Ken is known for his kindness, loyalty, and strong sense of justice.
He acts as a big brother for his friends, helping them and giving advice.
He is one of the few people who can speak honestly to Manjirou Sano and tries hard to keep him from making bad choices.
Even though he is a tough gang member, he is polite, respectful, and cares about others' feelings.
He believes that “having a heart that cares about others” is very important.
Ken grew up in a tough situation.
His mother was a worker in the nightlife industry, and he never knew his father.
When he was just two, his mother disappeared, leaving Ken on his own.
He was taken in by a shop in Shibuya, which gave him a place to stay.
Ken has lived in a back room of an adult club because he had no real home.
When Ken was in 5th grade, he got the dragon tattoo that everyone knows him for.
He exchanged a beef bowl for the dragon design, which came from Takashi Mitsuya's graffiti art.
Ken is known for his amazing fighting skills.
He can take on 100 people by himself and is famous for changing how battles end.
He is so strong that even among Tokyo Revengers’ wild members, he is one of the best.
He has survived surprise attacks, beat up entire groups, and always protects his friends even when outnumbered.
He has gone toe-to-toe with top fighters like Shuuji Hanma and others.
Ken is best friends with Manjirou Sano, whom he calls a trusted partner.
He is close to Takashi Mitsuya, who once drew the dragon design Ken now has as a tattoo.
Emma Sano, Manjirou’s little sister, and Ken both have feelings for each other, though they didn't become a couple at first.
He also respects and looks out for the whole Tokyo Revengers team.
Ken is like a big brother to many of the younger boys.
Ken is still scared of shampoo getting in his eyes, so he uses a shampoo hat when washing his hair.
He values friendship and believes it is important to bow your head only when you really need to.
Ken goes by the nickname Draken, except Manjirou Sano calls him "Ken-chin."
After major story events, in different timelines, Ken has worked as a motorcycle mechanic.
He once promised not to get other former gang members involved in more trouble.
"You do not need to know how to bow your head."
"But you must have a heart that cares about others."
Living Without a Home
Ken has no real home and lives in a room at a shop in Shibuya.
He lets Takemichi Hanagaki visit him there, and when Takemichi comes for the first time, he is mistaken for a club customer.
Childhood and Growing Up
Ken was always much taller than other kids even in elementary school.
He was amazed by Manjirou Sano’s strength, and they became best friends after fighting a group of bullies.
Ken met Takashi Mitsuya before meeting Manjirou Sano.
Early Gang Days
Ken is one of the original members who started the Tokyo Revengers gang.
He quickly becomes known for his strength and support for his friends.
He often helps Manjirou Sano from making the wrong choices and stands up for what is right.
Facing Tragedies and Fights
During a fight with a rival group, a friend of Ken’s was hurt badly.
Ken goes to the hospital to see the friend’s girlfriend, bows his head to the girl's parents, and tells Manjirou Sano to think about the feelings of others.
Ken argues with Manjirou Sano about how to help Haruki Hayashida after a gang conflict, which nearly causes a split in their gang, but Takemichi Hanagaki helps them make peace.
The 8/3 Conflict
Ken is tricked by gang members and attacked.
He keeps fighting even after being hit and stabbed, but he survives with Takemichi Hanagaki's help.
Later, Ken recovers after surgery and trusts Takemichi Hanagaki with Manjirou Sano’s old gang uniform.
Blood Halloween
Ken and his gang are heavily outnumbered, but Ken protects scared teammates.
Inspired by Takemichi Hanagaki’s spirit, the team rallies.
Ken defeats ten enemy members in moments and battles evenly with Shuuji Hanma.
Bleak Futures and New Destinies
In some futures, Ken is wrongly accused of murder or is killed by Manjirou Sano or enemy gangs.
Later, he becomes a mechanic, runs a motorcycle shop, and joins the Bonten group under strict conditions.
Ken tries to protect his friends and keep them out of new fights.
Events Leading to His Death
Ken is shot while trying to save Takemichi Hanagaki and others.
He is taken away by ambulance, preparing to reunite with Emma Sano in heaven.
This event changes the future, and Ken is erased from the timeline because of the attack.
New Timeline and Happy Ending
In a new world line, due to Takemichi Hanagaki’s actions, Ken never dies.
He works as the mechanic for Manjirou Sano’s auto racing team.
Ken is shown to be married to Emma Sano.
Ken’s voice actor changed after a real-life scandal, but fans continued to support the new actor.
He has inspired many people with his loyalty, sense of justice, and strong friendship with Manjirou Sano.
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