A bushi and master of the single-headed meteor hammer, Sukeban, often going by "Saki" is a talented warrior more typical of the Matsu family who never fit in well among the Kitsu. Her mother was a Phoenix who was imprisoned following her husband's death under mysterious circumstances. As an outsider, particularly one from a clan noted for their magical abilities, she was quickly found guilty to quiet the matter up. Following this, Sukeban's teen years were tumultuous, seeing her nearly expelled from her school for her many acts of rebellion, delinquency, and frequent fighting. In the end, it turned out to be irrelevant as she ran away before her gempukku. Nobody has investigated since, preferring to ignore the matter and hoping this prevents any further embarrassment.
A young woman wearing the student uniform of the Matsu dojo . Last seen carefully watching Bayushi Kachiko's arrival in Ryoko Owari. Before anyone could investigate any further she had vanished into the crowd.
In actuality an onmitsu of the oniwaban. She's an undercover agent reporting directly to the emperor. She has the Hantei mon hidden behind a panel on her meteor hammer.