Shishio Makoto is a fictional character from the popular manga and anime series Rurouni Kenshin. He serves as one of the main antagonists, known for his ruthless ambition and desire to create a new world order. Shishio is a former assassin who fought during the Meiji Restoration and is characterized by his burned body, which he covers with bandages. His ultimate goal is to overthrow the government and establish a society where only the strong survive. Shishio possesses exceptional combat skills and wields a katana with deadly precision. He leads a group of loyal followers known as the Juppongatana, each with their own unique abilities. His ideology contrasts sharply with that of the protagonist, Kenshin Himura, who seeks to protect the innocent and atone for his past as an assassin. Shishio's complex character and motivations make him a memorable figure in the series.