Ryuko Tran

**Lady Shadow** (1919 - 1946, aged 27) (Japanese name; Ryuko Tran) (Vietnamese name; second name; Quang Luong Tran) also known by her infantry moniker "**Lady Shadow**," is portrayed as the main antagonist in the Flock'⁴⁵: In The Pacifica series. He is a ethic Vietnamese femboy and Japanese Imperial soldier and one of members of 9 Shoguns of the Sun.

## Abilities

Lady Shadow, known for his super strength and enhanced physical attacks, utilizes his ability to move and gain momentum, due to his capable athleticism, Emma has great physical abilities and amazing reflexes. His body is somewhat tougher and more resistant to physical injury than that of an ordinary human, allowing his to withstand blunt force trauma and impacts that would cripple or kill others with only mild irritation. He uses his two metal hammers as his own hammer proficiency to hit and smash his opponents, inflicting injuries. He employs a combat style that primarily focuses on powerful kicks and punches, while also dodging and shielding himself with his hammers and utilizing their blunt-type weaponry. Wielding claw hammers, she brutally knocks out his enemies, Lady Shadow infuses speed into his physical combat, thanks to his Eastern martial arts training. This training enables his to achieve levels of bodily balance beyond those of peak humans. He possesses enhanced agility, allowing his to navigate through difficult obstacles using parkour and displaying hyper climbing abilities within the limits of human capability, He uses her super-strong momentum and quick speed to hit targets with tremendous force. Lady Shadow also possesses kicking boxing skills and the ability to grant hammer-based abilities to others, whether temporarily or permanently. The exact mastery and effectiveness of these abilities may depend on his own skill level. He can break down structures and take out heavily armored enemies, crushing them with his bare hands or while wielding her hammers. Additionally, his hammers enable his to adhere to ceilings and other upside-down surfaces.

## History

Quang Luong Tran, born in 1919, Red River Delta, French Indochina, who endured a difficult life filled with unimaginable hardships. As a farmboy in a rural area, he suffered brutal abuse from his father, while his mother stood by, unable to intervene. In his late teens, Quang was sold as a slave to French owners in the city, where the abuses continued. These traumatic experiences left Quang severely psychologically unstable and pushed him to the brink of suicide. Desperate to survive, he tragically killed two of his owners with metal hammers, leaving their child traumatized for life. Quang became a fugitive, resorting to a life of crime to sustain himself and evade capture. His criminal activities amounted to 129 cases, However, Quang's actions eventually caught up with him, and he was arrested for murder. During a period of revolution, he was transferred to a jail cell where he faced further abuse from fellow prisoners. The neglectful police turned a blind eye to Quang, who often isolated himself from others. In a shocking turn of events, he murdered five fellow prisoners in the showers using a hidden shiv. The killer was never found, leading to suspicions among the remaining prisoners.

It was during this time that the Japanese Empire conquered Vietnam, causing the country to surrender to the Japanese Imperial Empire. This news fueled Quang's already strong hatred for the Japanese Empire. In secret, he often mocked Ryōsuke, referring to him as a foolish and perverted representative of the Japanese Empire, At one point, Quang was forced out of his cell to work on prison construction due to bombing attacks. While alone at the construction site, he was approached by a larger prisoner who attempted to assault him. Quang defended himself by using his working hammer to injure the assailant. This led to a chaotic fight with other prisoners, during which Quang displayed remarkable agility and resourcefulness. He utilized a metal plumbing pipe and various hammers to fend off the attackers. Despite his efforts, he was eventually overpowered and left struggling to breathe on the ground. Sensing danger from the surrounding prisoners armed with knives and baseball bats, Quang unleashed his fury, going on a rampage and killing each one in a gruesome manner, As the chaos unfolded, Quang caught the attention of Ryōsuke Kawashima, who had orchestrated the attack on him to test his strength. The police guards, upon witnessing Quang's successful elimination of the prisoners, ordered his release. Ryōsuke, impressed by Quang's skills, invited him to a dinner that night, though Quang remained suspicious of his motives.

Quang was eventually released from prison, and Ryōsuke, along with Japanese Imperial Soldiers, escorted him to a café on a Japanese ship. Ryōsuke took a keen interest in Quang's life, and moved by compassion, decided to take him under his care. Despite his initial distrust, Quang agreed to obey Ryōsuke, who gave him two metal hammers as a gift. Under Ryōsuke's guidance as one of the 9 Shoguns of the Sun, Quang underwent training and became a super soldier of the Japanese Imperial Empire.

## Appearance

Ryuko, the captivating character, fearlessly embraces his femininity while also identifying as male, creating a bold and intriguing persona. His visually striking appearance, which exudes femininity, leaves a indelible mark on those who encounter his. Adorned in a purple Cheongsam embellished with a moon-shaped pattern in shades of golden, she effortlessly combines traditional elegance with a touch of mystique. Furthermore, he opts for hanfu footwear, adding an additional layer of cultural richness to his ensemble.

Ryuko's physical features, including his fair complexion, black eyes, and very short hair styled with bangs and a big ponytail, accentuate his unique and captivating allure. It is worth noting that he ingeniously utilizes Bira-bira kanzashi, a hairpin traditionally used for decoration, as a weapon for self-defense. This demonstrates his resourcefulness and quick thinking, showcasing his ability to transform everyday items into tools of protection.

When it comes to his skills in combat, Ryuko displays an impressive mastery of wielding hammers, a formidable weapon. The handles of his two metal hammers are elegantly designed in black, adding a touch of sleekness to his combat style. This aesthetic choice not only enhances the visual appeal of his weaponry but also complements his overall persona. The combination of her confident femininity and his skillful use of two metal hammers grants his a formidable presence in battle, blending grace and power seamlessly.

## Trivia

* The origins of Lady Shadow's eyepatch, bruised missing eyeball, violent tendencies, and super strength remain shrouded in mystery. It is speculated that these traits may have been a result of her tumultuous childhood, marked by an abusive father or her past experiences with French slave owners.
* Lady Shadow draws inspiration from Hammer Girl in the movie "The Raid 2: Berandal." Similar to Hammer Girl, Lady Shadow wields hammers as her weapons, and both characters share the distinctive feature of having bruised eyes.
* Lady Shadow is often seen carrying a Hamada Type 1 or Hamada Type Automatic handgun (浜田式, Hamada shiki). This semi-automatic pistol was developed during World War II for use by the Empire of Japan.
* Ryuko Tran who was femboy used his masculine pronouns.
* Among Lady Shadow's favorite foods is Cao Iâu, a delicious noodle soup that is a popular dish in Vietnam.
* List of victims including:
	+ Two French Owners: her frist killed victims during her harsh abused by them, as he mangaend to learn to used left over tools once she got the frust hammer as he used to smashes both their skulls while in his frist brutal rage, left their son traumatized for life.
	+ Pimp: as she used nail claws to stabbed on pimp forehead by Snowbites, This resulted in hallucinations where the pimp's organs were being devoured by Dong-wol and former prostitutes. The pimp suffered from madness and fainting due to the coldness.
	+ Dong-wol targeted wealthy residents over the years, disguising himself as a messenger or newspaper boy. Using hidden needles in his fingers, he quickly poisoned his victims and stole their wealth. The total number of victims was 457.
	+ Two members of the Yakuza: two Yaukzua were kidnapped and injected by Snowbites, exposing them to hallucinations related to their phobias. These hallucinations involved their organs exploding and their eyes burning.
	+ 43 Chinese militia soldiers: in Beijing as Snowbites who mangaend to injected attacks on 43 Chinese militias were injected with needles, causing them to suffer from mass phobia hallucinations. These hallucinations involved the creation of fires and being devoured by masses of mice. The soldiers ultimately went insane and died from screaming due to their phobia-induced hallucinations and some who decided to autophagia.
	+ 4,000 Mongol and Soviet soldiers: During the Japanese-Siberia war, Snowbites threw needles at over 4,000 Mongol and Soviet soldiers. The resulting hallucinations induced symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, breathing problems, heart issues, and extreme coldness. Some soldiers experienced diarrhea, insanity, attacked others, or attempted suicide and some patients who suffers autophagia.
	+ Mikhail and Anton: Mikhail and Anton were captured and tortured by being exposed to their respective phobia hallucinations. This caused vomiting, diarrhea, and subconjunctival bleeding in their eyes.