BackgroundMyojin Yahiko ~ Rurouni Kenshin
Background
Yahiko is the son of a Tokyo samurai who died as a member of the Shogi-Tai. His mother also died when he was young, from sickness. After her death, Yahiko was left indebted to a group of yazuka who had supposedly helped pay for his mother's medical expenses. In order to repay his debt, he is forced to pick pockets for money. After trying to pick the wrong pocket, he met up with Himura Kenshin and Kamiya Kaoru. After they rescued him from the yazuka that was controlling him, he joined them as a member of the Kamiya Dojo, and has been with them ever since.
Mentally...
He may be only ten years old, but Yahiko is very strong and full of spirit. He learns fast, and he matured a lot when Kenshin was called to Kyoto to deal with Shishio. Yahiko is one character that you can actually see growing and maturing. He changed from the arrogant, slightly bratty boy he was at the beginning of the series to a reliable, determined young man, who is able to use his sword to defend his friends and himself. He continues this growth during the Jinchuu Arc, as well, eventually mastering the succession technique for the Kamiya Kasshin Ryu
Physically...
I know, I'm robbing the cradle with this one...He's only 10 years old....But this is why he has been granted an Honorable Mention, as opposed to a full-fledged membership in my Harem. Since he's so young, and because he's here due to his personality and depth of character, it's really impossible to list any desirable physical qualities. (He is only 10 years old, after all!) Although, I've seen a couple of pictures of him in which he looks older, and I can say he's not bad looking ^_^
Vocally...
It's hard to say, since he sounds as young as he is ^_^
Quotes
"I'll risk my life to get her back! If I can't do that, what's the use of the Kamiya Kasshin Ryu...a sword to protect others?!" -- Yahiko about Megumi (Japanese)
"Quasi-Hiten Mitsurugi Ryu...What I learned by watching! Ryu Tsui Sen!" -- Yahiko to Henya (Japanese)