ming the strongest seems to be the result of a difficult childhood. He explains to Yuya that he had to fight to survive among the Mibu practically from birth. Although his father was the head of one of the Mibu's most prestigious families, the founding house of the Mumyosaigoyou school, he was born to a concubine, while his half-brother Shinrei was born to the wife. So because his father wished to avoid any complications with succession, he killed Hotaru's mother, making it look like suicide and attempted to kill Hotaru.

Hotaru therefore grew up believing only in himself and his own strength, assuming that he had to be alone and be the strongest in order to survive.
[Techniques and Abilities]

Shakuran He is able to create flames from his blade at incredible speed and power Keikokuken: He is able to summon black flames that are able to burn through anything