The now hugely popular That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime is a story about a protagonist who is reincarnated into another world and literally becomes a slime, and gradually becomes the strongest, which is hard to believe for a slime. Early in the story, Benimaru, the surviving leader of the Oogiri tribe, decides to become a subordinate of the slime. As Rimuru's right-hand man, he takes on the role of samurai general and helps Rimuru in various situations. In this article, we will take a look at and introduce this Benimaru.
【That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime】A sad incident that struck the ogre Benimaru: the orc invasion
Source: That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime ©Taiki Kawakami, Fuse, Kodansha/Tenseura Production Committee
The ogres (ogres) had about 300 members. One day, Gelmud came to ask if they wanted a name. However, the ogres were not attracted to Gelmud and refused. In fact, Gelmud had been calling out to every capable monster in order to create a new Demon Lord for Demon Lord Clayman. Incidentally, Gabil was one of them. Gelmud resented this and had the Orc Lord Gerudo, whom he had named and intended to make into the new Demon Lord, attack the Ogre Village. As a result, only six Ogres were left alive. All of their bodies were eaten by the Orcs. Incidentally, Benimaru's father was the Ogre's father, and Benimaru took the place of his murdered father and became the leader of the six.
【That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime】Benimaru and Rimuru's encounter
Source: That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime ©Taiki Kawakami, Fuse, Kodansha/Tensei Slime Production Committee
One day, the surviving ogres and Gobuta and his friends fight in the forest. Rimuru arrives there and they also fight. The surviving ogres mistake Rimuru for a demon and think he is the one who attacked their village. After Rimuru shows them the overwhelming difference in their abilities and the misunderstanding is cleared up, he invites the ogres to the village. He asks them if they would like to join his side. Benimaru is hesitant, but he prioritizes avenging his comrades and agrees to join. He is then given the name "Benimaru." At this point, he evolves from an ogre into a demon, and his face becomes even more handsome.
【That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime】Benimaru and his fellow tribesmen
Source: That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime ©Taiki Kawakami, Fuse, Kodansha/Tensei Slime Production Committee
After successfully defeating the Orc Lord Gerudo, the Dryad calls for a meeting to be held with Rimuru as the chairman. There, Rimuru advises the surviving Orcs not to question their crimes and to live together in the city. I have taken on all the orcs' sins, so if you have a problem with that, come to me. When I heard this, I thought it was Kenshiro, but that's aside. The leader of the lizardmen interjected that that was a bit of a sneaky answer. But then Benimaru stepped in. It was the law of the jungle, and he should have been prepared when he stood up to them. It was a cool moment in which he completely forgave the orcs, who were the enemy of his clan, including his parents.
[That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime] Benimaru is growing up!?
Source: That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime ©Taiki Kawakami, Fuse, Kodansha / TenSura Production Committee
Phobio, a subordinate of the Demon Lord Karion, comes to Tempest to become his subordinate. He is defeated with a single blow from Milim, but according to the "Great Sage", his magic power exceeds that of Benimaru. Afterwards, after Fabio was threatened with being made the vessel for the Great Storm Demon Vortex by the Demon Lord Clayman's schemes, he deepened his friendship with the Demon Lord Karion. Benimaru went to the Demon Lord Karion as an envoy. He challenged the Demon Lord Karion to a fight and was completely defeated. However, he whispered to Fabio that he had won. It seems that fighting is not just about magical energy, but perhaps he is still growing stronger.
【That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime】The relationship between Benimaru and Souei
Source: That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime ©Taiki Kawakami, Fuse, Kodansha/Tenseura Production Committee
In fact, these two have comparable abilities, with Benimaru acting as the front and Souei acting as the back. It seems that the two have faced off against each other many times, but they have all ended in a draw. The first time they were decided was in a direct confrontation at a martial arts tournament hosted by Rimuru. It was a close fight, but Benimaru won by using his unique skill "Grand Marshal", which gives him spatial awareness, to brilliantly defeat Souei's "Assassin". Souei says he doesn't want to lose any more, so he won't fight. Benimaru casually and coolly says that it's just a matter of compatibility, and they are evenly matched in ability. He really has the makings of a general. Although their roles remain unchanged, with Benimaru as the front and Souei as the back, their positions have been decided by this match.
【That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime】Benimaru's evolution process
Source: That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime ©Taiki Kawakami, Fuse, Kodansha/Tensei Slime Production Committee
When they first met, Benimaru was a great demon, but after Rimuru gave him a name, he became a demon. Then, when Rimuru became a demon lord, he evolved into a demon. Afterwards, with Ciel's blessing, he is able to become a Flame Spirit Demon, but once he becomes a Flame Spirit Demon, the concept of lifespan disappears and he is unable to have children. So he marries Momiji, a Tengu tribe member who Rimuru gave him permission to marry, and they have a child. He then successfully evolves into a Flame Spirit Demon. The timid Benimaru would not have been able to take action without the meddling of Souei and Shion, but thanks to their intense meddling, he successfully finishes having a child. By the way, even though he is a Tengu tribe member, his nose is not that long. However, he has a very high pride, and was rude to Rimuru the first time they met.
【That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime】Benimaru's Introduction, Thoughts, and Conclusion
Source: That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime ©Taiki Kawakami, Fuse, Kodansha/Tenseura Production Committee
Benimaru is my favorite character in this work. Unlike Souei, he is not the type of person who can do everything coolly and effortlessly, but he has a straightforward personality and is shy despite being handsome. He is also very trustworthy, and his loyalty to Rimuru is genuine. It's a great thing to have such a nice person as your subordinate. Although he might be a bit overbearing as your boss.
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