I think you're right. The similarities and differences between the two are fascinating, I think.
Both Ukoku and Gonou are able to unleash 'monstrous power' and when they do, they both undergo fundamental changes: Gonou dies (or as good as) and Ukoku becomes a sanzo.
Nii has changed such a lot-- back when he was Kenyuu he was still able to convincingly play a compassionate, caring person and to have friends, but now, as Nii, that act is a parody. Hakkai's compassion and caring, which he takes great pains over, are very real. Even though they cover up something much darker they are an important part of how he views himself.
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Date: 2005-04-18 12:26 pm (UTC)Both Ukoku and Gonou are able to unleash 'monstrous power' and when they do, they both undergo fundamental changes: Gonou dies (or as good as) and Ukoku becomes a sanzo.
Nii has changed such a lot-- back when he was Kenyuu he was still able to convincingly play a compassionate, caring person and to have friends, but now, as Nii, that act is a parody. Hakkai's compassion and caring, which he takes great pains over, are very real. Even though they cover up something much darker they are an important part of how he views himself.