Bashan

Jinshi's milk brother and imperial palace military officer

Jinshi's milk brother and imperial palace military officer. A hardworking person who has sworn loyalty to Jinshi as a childhood friend excelling in martial arts. Insensitive to injuries but strong sense of loyalty.

Quotes

  • Loyalty is my sword.
  • Not feeling pain is proof of strength.
  • For Jinshi, even my life is not too dear.
  • A childhood friend is a lifelong treasure.
  • I do not utter weak complaints. Protecting oneself is also the duty of a military officer.

Trivia

  • Formed a milk brother pact with Jinshi from childhood.
  • Often oblivious and insensitive to injuries, which ironically boosts his survival rate.
  • Top-class combat ability in the court, but mentally still immature.
  • Carries around the domestic duck plushie "Shufu (Jofu)".
  • Struggles with feminine women; rare type who interacts normally only with Maomao.

Alternate names

Basen Bashan The Ma Clan Known to Maomao

Tags

Imperial Palace Jinshi Military Officer Milk Brother Childhood Friend The Apothecary Diaries Chinese Style Mystery Light Novel Anime Character

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Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
Somewhat small but sturdy build. Extremely high muscle mass and physical abilities due to training from childhood. Baby-faced appearance similar to Jinshi and his brothers; when standing next to his similarly appearing older brother, the one with a slight hunchback and poor complexion is Bashan.
Height
Approximately 170cm
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Muscular build
  • Insensitive to injuries
  • Same age as Jinshi with similar baby face
Iconic items
  • Domestic duck plushie "Shufu (Jofu)"
  • Weapon (details unknown)
  • Bandages (during combat or injury treatment)

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Loyalty
Detailed personality
Military officer who has served Jinshi since childhood and sworn loyalty to him. Excels in combat ability and due to dull pain sensation often fails to notice his own injuries. Mentally somewhat immature and frequently scolded by Gaoshun. Also struggles with feminine women, but interacts straightforwardly with Maomao. Hardworking but pure-hearted at root.
Keywords
  • Loyalty
  • Martial Prowess
  • Childhood Friend
  • Oblivious
  • Honest
  • Clumsy
  • Hard worker
Talents
  • High physical ability
  • Tough body
  • Reduced pain sensation
  • Combat sense
  • Loyalty
Skills
  • Martial arts
  • Bodyguard duty
  • Tactical understanding
  • Combat response
Motivation
To protect Jinshi and maintain the peace of the imperial palace. Values the bond as childhood friends.
Habits
Tends to not notice injuries and overexert himself. Frequently toyed with by his childhood friend.
Favorite foods
Baozi (pork bun)
Favorite places
Imperial Palace, Flower Street (childhood)

History

Backstory
Raised as a member of the Ma clan, following the tradition of milk brothers to the imperial family, formed a milk brother pact with young Jinshi. Served Jinshi from childhood, trained as a military officer while growing up together. Serves as guard and aide in the palace alongside Jinshi. Mentally immature but with unwavering loyalty. Struggles as a hardworking person amid Maomao, Gaoshun, and others.
Debut date
September 26, 2012
Work title
The Apothecary Diaries
Media type
Manga

Milk brother pact with Jinshi

Significant event
Milk brother pact with Jinshi
Description
In childhood, formed a milk brother pact with Jinshi, building a deep bond lasting a lifetime thereafter.

Appointment as imperial palace military officer

Significant event
Appointment as imperial palace military officer
Description
Upon growing up, obtained position as imperial palace military officer and began performing various duties under Jinshi.

Interactions with Maomao

Significant event
Interactions with Maomao
Description
Interactions with Maomao and related parties are depicted, showing him gradually warming up to her.

Response to locust plague

Significant event
Response to locust plague
Description
During national crisis, devoted himself to protecting the palace despite hardships.

Relationships

Gaoshun

Father

Father and previous-generation military officer of the Ma clan. Known as a hardworking person.

Taomei

Mother

Gaoshun's wife and Bashan's mother. Originally Jinshi's wet nurse and close to Bashan.

Baliang

Sibling

Gaoshun's son and Bashan's older brother. Talented but frail, excels in administrative work.

Mamei

Sibling

Bashan's older sister. Excels in administrative abilities and has built a family.

Jinshi

Best friend

Childhood friend from early years and milk brother. Bound by a strong mutual bond.

Maomao

Friend

Builds rapport through palace duties. Shows fondness for her but also immature aspects.

Gaoshun

Father

Father and life mentor.

Ma Clan

Ma Clan: warrior

Media appearances

The Apothecary Diaries

Manga / Supporting

September 2012 - Ongoing

The Apothecary Diaries

Anime / Supporting

October 2023 - July 2025 (up to season 2)

Voice cast and creators

Yoshitsugu Matsuoka

Voice actor
Yoshitsugu Matsuoka
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Anime Season 1

Ryumaru Tachibana

Voice actor
Ryumaru Tachibana
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Anime Season 2 and later

Natsu Hyūga

Creator name
Natsu Hyūga
Role
Original author

Tōko Shino

Creator name
Tōko Shino
Role
Character designer

Nekokurage

Creator name
Nekokurage
Role
Illustrator

Shufunotomosha

Creator name
Shufunotomosha
Role
Publisher

Square Enix

Creator name
Square Enix
Role
Publisher

Shogakukan

Creator name
Shogakukan
Role
Publisher

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Bashan Figure

Item name
Bashan Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Pre-order

Acrylic Stand

Item name
Acrylic Stand
Category
Accessory
Availability
Limited

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