Gintoki stands out as a unique shounen protagonist because of his age and "real-world" cynical ideals, fighting only for himself and those he cares for rather than a grand noble cause. Are you planning to start the series from this point, or Blind Reaction: Gintama Episodes 5-7
Viewers get the first glimpse into Gintoki's "badass past" as a legendary samurai during the Amanto war, despite his currently irresponsible and carefree personality. Gintama Episode 5
Katsura’s goal is to overthrow the Amanto (aliens) through radical, sometimes violent, means—a contrast to Gintoki’s desire to live a peaceful (if lazy) life. Gintoki stands out as a unique shounen protagonist