As AE's leader and sniper, Fumio Minamoto is "stillness in motion," a poised and confident warlord. A sensitive sniper and calculating swordsman, Fumio considers himself an artful opponent. He’s a craftsman before he is a battler, and carries himself with a sense of self-importance.

Fumio's samurai image is grossly deceptive. Far from a katana, Fumio resembles a tanto, sharp, regal, and hidden until the right moment to strike. At school, his aristocratic personality is his social selling point. His strong academic track record makes him a faculty favorite, and classmates buy into his “refined and gentle” guise. His charisma is equal to his manipulative nature; he prefers using mind games over force. Naturally, the sniper position suits him best. Few things escape Fumio on the battlefield; he is a calm, tactical, and focused leader. His trust in his teammates stems from overconfidence in himself. Fumio’s self-absorbed personality, strangely enough, has little to do with him, and everything to do with his brother. Although he despises growing up in his brother’s shadow, he’s entirely obsessed with him.

Like Full Frontal, his Gunpla's Gundam pilot, Fumio considers himself the "Will" of his predecessor. He resembles his brother, Nobuo Minatomo in face, drive, and ambition, but is much more sinister. His desire to succeed is driven by a greater desire to “avenge” his primary caretaker and finish what his "pathetic brother could not." Regardless, a well-manicured disposition hides his true self. To his rivals, he is a mysterious and elegant presence of grace and power. To his teammates, he is a dependable center of guidance and counsel. Whether Fumio rises above the turmoils of his own inner war, however, remains to be seen.

Positions of authority ■ anything with an old-world patina ■ gourmet foods ■ goldfish ■ strong opponents ■ interesting people ■ counseling others ■ higher ground ■ magnanimity ■ calligraphy ■ music (esp. old records) ■ thoughtful gestures ■ people agreeing with him ■ good design.

Trash talk ■ being forceful when necessary ■ his own sensitivity ■ ending relationships (esp. long ones) ■ admitting his own feelings ■ ambiguity ■ his personal boundaries being overstepped ■ mindless design ■ being recognized as an accessory to his brother.

Once a Fumio reaches 10 kills, he may activate his Innovator quality. While improved output system activated, Fumio can reduce weapon/equipment cost by 1GP.

The Sinanju Shogun is the modified version of Anaheim Electronics's MSN-06s Sinanju Stein. Despite its samurai aesthetic, its actual function is more akin to that of a ninja. Much like his problems, Fumio's confrontation style shines in Sinanju Shogun's sniper-oriented build. A silent damage dealer, it is his brother's foil and his chance at "revenge." As the Sinanju Shogun's pilot, he faces day-to-day opponents from behind the comfort of shadows, walls, and high places.

Suit is completely painted in a skilled manner. Weathering or topcoat used to finish the suit cohesively.

Different materials and kits used in a skilled manner to modify existing parts or form new ones.

Suit gains 2 free hex movements during turn. +2 to Defense. Provides boost function.

Sniper preparation time is reduced to one turn. Increase of three hexes range for all sniper rifles.

The Sinanju Shogun’s armaments are a collaboration between Fumio Minamoto and the Shinjuku Samurai Museum. Its katana and armor are inspired by Oda Nobunaga. The Sinanju Shogun's use of firearms is also a nod to the Owari warlord. With the introduction of firearms into Japan, Nobunaga was renowned for his fondness of tanegashima firearms.

The Shirinui Akatsuki Gundam was a gift from Nobuo, and the first Gunpla that Fumio ever built for himself. Although lacquered in gold, it’s a battered unit that Fumio hopes to retire. While his feelings towards the machine are complicated, the MS's design is quite simple. Fumio's custom Muramasa Akatsuki is a melee unit that enables his swordsmanship to shine.