Shiden

Shiden (紫電, Shiden) is the seventeenth master of the Mugen Tenshin Ninja Clan from the Dead or Alive series. He is the husband of Ayame, and together they both gave birth to Hayate and Kasumi. He is also the younger brother of the rogue Runaway Shinobi Raidou, whom he banished from the Mugen Tenshin Village.

History
Shiden was the former head leader of the Mugen Tenshin Clan. At some point during his life, he married Ayame, and the two of them had Hayate and Kasumi.

Dead or Alive
When Raidou attacked the village to steal the Torn Sky Blast Ninpo, and grievously injured Hayate, Shiden was left bitter and refused to tell Kasumi what had happened to her brother and he ordered his daughter to take over for Hayate. Instead, she left the Village, seeking out the truth and revenge for Hayate.

Appearance
Shiden's appearance is that of a healthy and spry middle aged man, with grey hair. Despite his age he still retains his vigor as a shinobi master.

Personality
Shiden is an honorable and loyal man at his core, and is also a loving father of his children. When Raidou left Hayate half dead, Shiden was overcome with bitterness at his oldest son being hurt by the man who he once called brother. He ordered Kasumi to take over, but she left. He was saddened by this development, but some good came of it. Kasumi's actions resulted in Hayate being restored, and Shiden, pleased that his heir had come back to him, passed the torch of leadership to his son.

Etymology
Shiden's name in kanji (紫電), means "Purple Lightning" or "Swordflash". Along with the other Japanese adults, Shiden's name is written in kanji.

Trivia

 * In Dead or Alive: Dimensions, Shiden is a hidden playable character. In order to select Shiden, select the random button on the player select screen and press L + X + A on it. For his second outfit, press R + X + A and for his last outfit press L + R + X + A.