"Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress," which we'll be introducing today, aired for one season on the "Noitamina" blockbuster starting in April 2016 and quickly became a huge hit. It has been released in various forms, including a movie, a sequel short anime, a film adaptation, and a musical. This time, we'll delve into Mumei, the heroine of "Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress," who remains incredibly popular. We'll be introducing her charms in detail, so please look forward to it!
Who is Mumei?
Heroine
This is an illustration of Mumei. You can see the attention to detail. After all, appearance is very important for a heroine. There are many other outfits, all cute and stylish. They're also designed to be like Mumei, with a strong Japanese aesthetic and a friendly feel. Despite her exceptional proportions, she's still a 12-year-old who's still growing. These unique outfits are also part of the charm of "Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress"! Be sure to check them out.
Usually Cute
She's incredibly cute. She's usually smiling, and she's basically the epitome of a 12-year-old girl. Mumei still has a bit of her youthful side, which is part of her charm. While living on the Kotetsujo, she sometimes acts a little like an older sister, playing with small children. However, she's still at an age where she wants to be pampered, so she's affectionate with people she trusts. That's what makes her so adorable and popular. When she blushes, she's just a normal girl.
It's not just the kappa
Everyone, from the director to the character designer, absolutely loves Mumei! This outfit is from her first appearance. She's wearing a miniskirt kimono and her pigtails are adorable. She usually wears a kappa and a slightly topknot, but this one is very feminine, and unlike her sharp, combat-ready appearance, it's a cute, contrasting contrast that's adorable. Her gestures and speech are also adorable, so be sure to check it out in the video! However, she's already fighting in this outfit within seconds of appearing, making for a truly electrifying battle scene! The great thing about Mumei is that she entertains us with her many different expressions.
Kabaneri Mumei
Karikatashu
I've said Mumei is cute many times, but that's not all there is to her charm. Like the main character, Ikoma, Mumei is actually living as a Kabaneri. By removing the shackles around her neck, her Kabaneri abilities increase. The seductive aura she exudes when she removes them is incredibly cool! With her high combat ability and technique, she is able to defeat dozens of Kabane without getting hurt. Incidentally, Mumei belongs to the Karikatashu, a pure-spirit unit formed to hunt Kabane!
The Story Behind the Creation
As a child, Mumei witnessed her mother being mistaken for a Kabane and killed in front of her eyes. She was also nearly killed when the leader, Biba Amatori, saved her. Having been instilled with the belief that "the weak must die," Mumei volunteered to become a Kabaneri. While this act is essentially human experimentation, it is possible to transform into a Kabaneri through injections and drugs. At that time, she abandoned her real name, Hozumi, and began calling herself Mumei, the Kabaneri. This is the moment Mumei ceased to be human.
Battle
Mumei is simply invincible in battle. Always confident, she dodges Kabane attacks with fluttering butterfly-like movements, while simultaneously attacking. The way she does so is incredibly beautiful and cool! Please also watch the video. The beauty, coolness, and refreshing feeling of this battle scene have spurred its popularity. Mumei's fighting style is calculated and beautiful! And above all, the music during the battle is truly exciting!
After the Battle
What does it look like she's doing? Because she uses all her powers during battle, she's exhausted and inevitably falls asleep afterward. She always sleeps wrapped up like this, sitting up with only her head sticking out. Many people say that this pose is so cute it makes them fall in love with Mumei even more! This sleeping position is so shocking to viewers that it's even been used in photoshop images (lol). Because the Kabane curse is spreading around her, once she falls asleep, it's hard to wake up. During that time, she could be attacked by Kabane. That's where the main character, Ikoma, comes in to protect her with all her might as a living shield! Isn't that wonderful?
Mumei's Mission as a Kabaneri
Pieces
Mumei's life was saved when she was a child, and ever since, she has called him "big brother" and adored him. Mima is well-liked and admired by many of his subordinates, and in turn, his life is in danger. However, his true nature is quite ruthless, and he treats his subordinates like pawns who will do whatever he's told. Of course, Mumei is one of them, but at just 12 years old, she couldn't understand this. To the pure and innocent Mumei, Biba was practically family. Of course, she probably thought of her this way because she had been treated so kindly by him so often. This is where Mumei's despair begins.
Rebellion
When Biba orders Mumei to kill Ikoma, she rebels, telling him for the first time that she can't do it. As a result, she is forced to give Biba an injection, losing consciousness and stabbing Ikoma against her will, throwing him into the sea. It's here that she finally realizes she can't resist Biba and that she's being used. Saving someone's life isn't always a good person. This incident leads Mumei to suspect Biba, and tragedy unfolds.
Black Smoke
Bima's aide, Horobi, who fought alongside Mumei, also turned into black smoke and went on a rampage. The black smoke is a fusion group that becomes a heart, gathering countless Kabane and transforming into a gigantic Kabane that goes on a rampage. Its appearance is horrifying, and its strength is incomparable to its size. The only way to defeat it is to kill the Kabane that is its heart. In other words, it can only be destroyed by killing Mumei, the heart of the Kabaneri. Black smoke rarely occurs naturally, so it can be artificially created by injecting black plasma, a substance invented by Bima. Subordinates are truly pawns.
Destiny
Mumei, who saved his life and saved him from despair after the death of his mother, ends up killing him with his own hands. It must have been a very complicated time for him. He adored Bima deeply, and always seemed happy and smiling in his presence. She had no hesitation in stabbing Mima, who was like a family member to her. Mumei, who grew up strong and strong, was so beautiful and cool. I cried so hard I nearly cried (lol). Mumei's fate was always full of pain and sadness, but the Mumei who met Ikoma and lives on the Kotetsujou is natural and gentle. Perhaps the real Mumei is the latter.
Who is Mumei's voice actor?
This is Mumei's voice actress, Senbongi Sayaka, also known as Bon-chan! So cute! She is an incredibly famous and popular voice actress. Mumei was her first role as a main heroine, and this role really catapulted her to fame. She is a talented voice actress who won the New Actress Award at the 11th Seiyuu Awards in 2017. Uchida Maaya, who co-starred with her in Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress as Ayame, praised her character development, saying that the character was well-developed from the first episode. Her voice ranges widely, from cute roles like Mumei to mature women. Be sure to keep an eye out for her voice.
May Mumei one day become Hozumi.
What did you think? We've introduced you to [Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress] Mumei's complete coverage! If you watch this, you'll understand Mumei! The mere appearance of Mumei instantly brightens the story, and I think she's fulfilling her role as the heroine (lol). She's cute, sometimes strong and dignified, sometimes pretty and beautiful, and her charm is beyond words. Honestly, I think you'll love her dozens of times more if you watch this! Despite being the heroine, her combat abilities are so exceptional that she's not someone to protect. However, in the end, she ends up being the girl the protagonist protects! It's amazing! Be sure to check out the video.
