The protagonist of the story, Tohma is an enthusiastic and energetic young boy who lives with his mother and father on the shores of Papen Island. He is homeschooled by his father, who also teaches him a unique form of martial arts called Papan Kenpo. Tohma first meets Helga lying on an old statue after having escaped from an orphanage in Chikao, and later helps her escape again permanently. He is impulsive and quick to anger, but he has good intentions and looks out for both Helga and Chitto. Tohma finds himself instantly drawn to Helga.