Shinichiro Sano

Shinichiro Sano was the leader and founder of Black Dragon and the older brother of Mikey.

Appearance
As an adult, Shinichiro has unkempt black hair that he keeps at a medium length. He usually has a composed expression. He wears casual attire and has a chain necklace.

As a student in his delinquent phase, he kept a neatly styled pompadour and wore the Black Dragon' coat.

Personality
Shinichiro was said to have unmatched charisma, so much so that although he was quite an average fighter, many strong fighters pledged their loyalty to him. He saw the good in people and hoped for them to be lead on the right path in life instead walking alone.

History
Shinichiro is the eldest Sano sibling and a hero to all his younger siblings Mikey, Izana, and Emma. He was a charismatic and empathetic person often putting differences aside to better the other person. He was a heavily respected person in the underground world of Japan as the founder of Black Dragon. Shin lead with a humble heart and was treated with notable respect, while also being a brother to all three of his siblings. Even though he was physically on the average almost weak side he lead the Black Dragon with strength. Even later generation members speak about him in high regards.

Alongside gangs, he enjoyed working on motorcycles and often tinkered in his garages. he garages in which he worked in became a haven for his fellow gang members to relax in. His prized position was his motorcycle which was later given to Mikey.

Shinichiro's death was on August 14, 2003. Baji and Kazutora broke into Shinichiro's bike shop to steal Mikey a bike, but while doing so, Shinichiro caught Baji red-handed. Not knowing who Shinichiro was, Kazutora rushed to save Baji by hitting Shinichiro in the head with a wrench, killing him. He was 24.

Even after his demise people, continued to look up to him and celebrate him. Although already deceased before the events of the story, Shinichiro continues to have an influence on the motivations of several major characters.

Authority
During his time as the leader of the Black Dragon, Shinichiro was highly respected. His charisma was able to motivate the other members of his gang and allow him to lead them accordingly. This helped create what others believe to be the best generation of the Black Dragon.

Etymology

 * The name Shinichiro means "real, genuine" (真) (shin), "one" (一) (ichi) and "son" (郎) (ro).
 * Shinichiro's surname Sano means "help, aid" (佐) (sa) and "field, wilderness" (野) (no).