Eyeshield 21 is a sports manga with an American football theme that was serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump. The story follows Kobayakawa Sena, a boy who became fast after running errands for the main character, who is invited to join Deimon High School's American football team as part of Eyeshield 21, and aims to compete at the national level. There are many fascinating characters that appear in Eyeshield 21. In this article, we'll take a closer look at the appeal of Hiruma Yoichi, a particularly popular character from Eyeshield 21 and quarterback.
The Commander of the Deimon Devil Bats!! Who is Yoichi Hiruma?
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Yoichi Hiruma is a player on the Deimon Devil Bats, Deimon High School's American football team. His position is quarterback, and he is particularly skilled at devising strategies. Hiruma Yoichi has spiky blonde hair, large, upturned eyes, and a big mouth. He has a sneaky and aggressive personality, and will try to get his way by exploiting his opponents' weaknesses. However, he is also very caring towards his teammates, and will do anything to achieve his goals and teammates' goals.
The Commander of the Deimon Devil Bats!! Yoichi Hiruma's Special Skills
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Yoichi Hiruma is a genius at coming up with surprise attacks and unexpected tactics. His eloquent manners, bluffing, and strong mental fortitude are also among his special skills. This allows him to outwit his opponents and score points. He is also a skilled quarterback, specializing in high-speed long passes known as the Devil Bat Laser, which remain steady no matter how strong the wind. His physical abilities are average or below average, but his intelligence in making good use of his teammates and his passing skills are at a super high school level.
The Commander of the Deimon Devil Bats!! Characters with a Close Relationship to Yoichi Hiruma
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So far, we've introduced some basic character information about Yoichi Hiruma. So, what other characters are closely related to him? Learning about his relationships with other characters allows us to see a different side of Hiruma Yoichi. So, let's take a look at his relationships with other characters.
Deimon's Heavy Tank!! Ryokan Kurita
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Ryokan Kurita is one of the players on the Deimon Devil Bats. He has a large body and a chestnut-shaped head, and is very kind and gentle. He plays lineman and is one of the founding members of the Deimon Devil Bats. He has been friends with Hiruma since middle school, and they play American football together. He trusts Hiruma more than anything, and dreams of everyone taking part in the Christmas Urushi. He is very powerful, and his true strength is shown when protecting his teammates.
60-Yard Magnum Kicker!! Musashi Gen
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Musashi Gen is also one of the founding members of the Deimon Devil Bats. He once attempted to leave the team due to family circumstances and did not even play in a game. However, his father persuaded him to return to the team, and he did. Musashi Gen plays the position of kicker and is skilled at forcing the ball into the goal with his powerful kicks. He has been with Hiruma since middle school, and the three of them, including Kurita, form the Deimon Devil Bats. He has a calm and manly personality, and is also someone who silently goes along with Hiruma's reckless tactics.
The Deimon Devil Bats' New Rookie!! Kobayakawa Sena
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The next character closely related to Hiruma Yoichi is Kobayakawa Sena. Kobayakawa Sena is the protagonist of Eyeshield 21. He joined the American football team as part of Eyeshield 21 after being forced to do so by Hiruma, but as he played in matches he began to take the sport more seriously due to the sense of responsibility and fun he found. At first he found Hiruma intimidating and was afraid of him, but by practicing and playing together he has become a trustworthy friend and overcomes reckless tactics for the sake of Hiruma and his teammates. Hiruma himself has particularly high expectations of Sena out of all the other members of the team, and often entrusts him with the most important tasks in order to score points.
Former ally and arch enemy! Kongo Agon
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Kongo Agon is also one of the characters closely related to Hiruma Yoichi. Kongo Agon is a member of Shinryuuji Naga and an ace who can handle anything on his own. He is a genius said to appear once every ten years, and has a constitution known as Impulse, which allows him to react faster than other people. He is characterized by his dreadlocks and sunglasses, and has a twin brother. He often hung out with Hiruma in middle school, and was able to get various people to do what he wanted by using Hiruma's blackmail notebook and Agon's violence. However, their relationship has been strained ever since Agon failed Kurita's entrance exam to Shinryuji Naga.
The Commander of the Deimon Devil Bats!! What's the Appeal of Yoichi Hiruma?
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So far, we've introduced basic information about Yoichi Hiruma and his relationships with other characters. So, what is his appeal? We'll take a closer look at Yoichi Hiruma's appeal, taking into account episodes from the original Eyeshield 21 manga.
Yoichi Hiruma's Appeal #1: His Sadistic Character
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First, let's look at Yoichi Hiruma's appeal: his sadistic character. Hiruma Yoichi is violent and has a foul mouth, often saying things like "Fucking ____." He also has a flashy appearance and goes all out to intimidate his opponents. He is also always assertive, to the point of torturing anyone who whines with a machine gun or flamethrower. However, in reality, he does all this in order to move forward toward his goals, and he harbors a deep passion for them. He also doesn't just tell others what to do, but he practices diligently without complaining or whining, which is what makes him so smart and cool. He is a character who shows kindness within his strictness, and is one of the coolest of the senior characters.
Hiruma Yoichi's Charm #2: His intellect, which allows him to create unique strategies
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The next charm of Hiruma Yoichi is his intellect, which allows him to create unique strategies. As mentioned earlier, Hiruma Yoichi is intelligent and specializes in confusing his opponents with surprise attacks and bluffs. He also has a great memory and IQ, and is skilled enough to have made a fortune playing poker at a casino. Hiruma's strategies are particularly important in Deimon Devil Bats matches, and no matter how cornered or pinched he is, he never gives up, devising various tactics to try and seize victory, which is very appealing. His sadistic personality means he has a foul mouth, but his strategies are top-notch, making him a character who shines in matches.
Hiruma Yoichi's Charm #3: His Reliable Personality
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The last charm of Hiruma Yoichi is his reliable personality. Hiruma is usually a sadistic, strict, and intimidating presence. However, when it comes to a match, he will stop at nothing to win, devising various strategies to lead his teammates. For this reason, once he becomes a teammate, there is no other character he can rely on more, and he truly is a playmaker. The tension of wondering what he'll do next, his super plays when it matters most, and his skillful game-making can only be summed up in one word: cool. It is no exaggeration to say that he is the hidden protagonist of Eyeshield 21, and he is a popular character with both men and women. Furthermore, out of all the characters in Eyeshield 21, he has many famous quotes that are useful in life, making him a cool and respectable player.
【Eyeshield 21】The Commander of the Deimon Devil Bats!! A Thorough Introduction to the Appeal of Yoichi Hiruma
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This time, we've introduced the appeal of Yoichi Hiruma, one of the popular characters from Eyeshield 21. At first, he seems like just a scary character, but as the story progresses, you'll see Hiruma's good qualities and coolness. He's not particularly good at sports, but he surpasses his opponents through strategy and bluffing, making him a very cool and intelligent character. He's a very fascinating character, so why not give him a look?
