Eyeshield 21 is a manga about American football that was serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump. It tells the story of Kobayakawa Sena, a boy who has been a gofer for many years and is fast on his feet, who ends up joining the American football club through an unexpected turn of events and discovers the joy of American football while hiding his true identity, and grows as a person. In this article, we will take a closer look at the members of the Deimon Devil Bats, the team the main character belongs to in Eyeshield 21.

The most powerful attacking team is the Deimon Devil Bats!


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The Deimon Devil Bats is the name of the Deimon High School American football team, and the main characters are bats. They are a very powerful offensive team, and are adept at using clever tactics to toy with their opponents. Although they are a very small team consisting of only second- and first-year students, they have defeated many strong opponents and won the Christmas Bowl.

A reliable, devilish quarterback!! Hiruma Yoichi


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Hiruma Yoichi is a second-year student who belongs to the Deimon Devil Bats, and is characterized by his blonde hair, devilish, bulging eyes, and large mouth. He's a reliable guy who will do anything to win, and although he's usually very rude and strict, he also cares about his teammates. He plays the quarterback position.

What is the special skill of Hiruma Yoichi, who can freely use unusual tactics?


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Hiruma Yoichi is good at playing by creating unusual tactics with his sharp insight and genius mind and toying with his opponents. Also, as a quarterback, he is good at passing with unparalleled accuracy and makes the best pass in various situations. He is top class when it comes to deceiving opponents, and is also a key person who led his team to victory despite having a small number of members.

The kindest and strongest lineman of all!! Kurita Ryokan


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Kurita Ryokan is a member of the Deimon High School American Football Club, characterized by his large body and chestnut-shaped head. He has a very calm, kind and caring personality. He has been playing American football since he was in middle school, and has always dreamed of playing in the Christmas Bowl. His position is center line, and although he is timid, he also has a strong side and will try to protect his teammates with all his might.

Protect your teammates with your big body!! Ryokan Kurita's special skill


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Ryokan Kurita is a slow runner, and his 40-yard dash time of 6.5 seconds is one of the slowest of all the players, but he is one of the strongest in the series, and can bench press up to 160 kg. He is not good at fighting for himself, but when he tries to protect someone, he shows tremendous power and even defeats Gao of the Hakushu Dinosaurs.

Cool and cool kicker!! Musashi Gen


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Musashi Gen is a second-year student who belongs to the Deimon Devil Bats and serves as a kicker. He has a beard and a stern face, and is often not seen as a student. He also has a caring side for his family, as shown by the fact that after his father, who works at Musashi Construction, fell ill and collapsed, he was suspended for purposely smoking in order to help with the work around the house.

The nickname is 60-yard Magnum!! Musashi Gen's special skill


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Musashi Gen's control is not so good, but he is good at very powerful kicks, and he has the nickname "60-yard Magnum". He is good at kicking to earn points with the bonus after a touchdown, and is a reliable presence who always scores in important situations. He is also a mental support for the team, calmly watching over them and getting angry.

Kobayakawa Sena, a timid boy who struggles to make lies come true


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Kobayakawa Sena is a short, timid boy who is a first-year student in the Deimon Devil Bats. The protagonist of this work, he was originally a bullied errand boy who didn't like sports much, but after Hiruma noticed his speed, he became a successful running back. At first, he was unwilling to do it, but he began to realize how fun American football is, and he has the determination to work hard to make the lie that he's the ace of Notre Dame University come true.

A running back who makes the most of his experience as an errand boy! Sena Kobayakawa's special skills


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Sena Kobayakawa is a running back who scores points with runs, and although he has no strength, he boasts the fastest speed of all time, running 40 yards in 4.2 seconds. Furthermore, he has many techniques to dodge enemies, such as the Devil Bat Ghost, which spins just in front of him, and he has a unique change of pace that he developed from being an errand boy, making him a top-class running back.

A monkey-faced boy who never gives up on his efforts!! Raimon Taro


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Raimon Taro is a first-year student who belongs to the Deimon Devil Bats, and is characterized by his monkey-like face and a band-aid on his nose. He is a very passionate boy and has the mental strength to never give up no matter what the situation. He is always cheerful and positive, and is proud that he is second to none when it comes to catching.

No one can beat him when it comes to catching!! Raimon Taro's special skills


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Raimon Taro is a receiver for the Deimon Devil Bats, and has unrivaled skills when it comes to catching. He is mainly in charge of catching long passes, and can catch the ball even while facing away from them.

The manliest older brother!! Jumonji Ikki


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Jumonji Ikki is a first-year student who belongs to the Deimon Devil Bats and is characterized by a cross scar on his cheek. He was known for being quick to fight and was a delinquent at one time, but after he started playing American football he gradually transformed into a more upstanding young man. He plays on the line and is the only player to score a touchdown on the line.

A strong lineman! Ikki Jumonji's special skills


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Ikki Jumonji is a lineman who uses the fighting skills he learned when he was a delinquent to defeat many enemies. He hates to lose, and he struggles to prevent his father from making fun of his friends. He is skilled in a technique called fighting killing, which uses the opponent's strength.

The second son of the three brothers, Kuroki Koji

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Kuroki Koji is a first-year student who belongs to the Deimon Devil Bats, and is characterized by his long black hair and thick lips. He has been good friends with Jumonji Kazuki and Tokano Shozo since they were delinquents and have been nicknamed the Haa Haa Three Brothers because of their catchphrase "Huh!?" which they often say.

Kurogi Koji's special skill: fighting with determination and guts

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Kurogi Koji is a linebacker and fights using his fighting skills as a weapon. At first, he's a beginner and doesn't have much skill, but he's getting stronger through training camps and other activities.

The third son of the three brothers!! Tokano Shozo

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Tokano Shozo is a first-year student who belongs to the Deimon Devil Bats, and is characterized by his blond, messy hair and sunglasses. He has been good friends with Jumonji Kazuki and Kuroki Koji since they were delinquents and are known as the Haa Haa Three Brothers because of their catchphrase "Huh!?" which they often say.

A martial artist who is good at fighting and killing!! Tokano Shozo's special skills

Glaring Tokano
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At first, Tokano Shozo joined the Deimon Devil Bats by chance, but after losing many matches, he became frustrated and started practicing, becoming stronger. He is good at fighting and killing, and defeats his opponents technically.

Small but powerful!! Komusubi Daikichi

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Komusubi Daikichi is a first-year student belonging to the Deimon Devil Bats, and is characterized by his small body and large round nose. He admires Ryokan Kurita, who is on the same team, and looks up to Kurita as his master. Although he is a very hard worker, he was concerned about his small stature and once considered quitting the American football club, but he continued thanks to the support of his teammates.

He inherited his master's competitive spirit and tenacity, and is a hard worker! Komusubi Daikichi's special skills

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Komusubi Daikichi has a small body, but he has incredible power, and even if he is pinned down by an opponent, he has the power to push them away, and he can also knock them away by tackling them from the side.

A bald data man! Yukimitsu

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Yukimitsu is a second-year student who belongs to the Deimon Devil Bats and plays the position of wide receiver. He has a very wide forehead, and because of his mother's influence, he has only studied until now, so he started playing American football. Although he is a very timid person, he has the patience to endure tough training.

The special skills of Yukimitsu, who is weak but a key person

Yukimitsu with enthusiasm
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Yukimitsu is an excellent receiver who can judge the situation and cooperate with Hiruma without signs because of his high academic ability. He doesn't have the stamina to play all the time, but he is good at using his brains to play, such as appearing at important moments and moving the game forward.

A foolish and cheerful gentleman!! Taki Natsuhiko


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Taki Natsuhiko is a first-year student who joined the Deimon Devil Bats midway through the season. Although he has a blessed physique and good athletic ability, he knows nothing about anything other than American football and is called stupid. He is very carefree and optimistic, but also has the mental strength to never doubt that he is a star or a genius.

A versatile receiver!! Taki Natsuhiko's special skills

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Taki Natsuhiko is a tight end, and is a player who shines with short-distance passes from Hiruma even in crowded areas. Furthermore, even a little praise will get him excited and he will try to do anything, so he is a very easy-to-handle and reliable player.

List of Deimon Devil Bats members

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This time, we introduced Deimon Devil Bats, who appear in Eyeshield 21. Although the series has already ended, it is a very good and popular work, so we recommend it to those who have not seen it yet.

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