Yu Yu Hakusho is a manga by Yoshihiro Togashi that was previously serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump. The story follows the protagonist, Yusuke Urameshi, who dies in an accident while saving a child, and then goes on to work as a spirit world detective. Yu Yu Hakusho is home to a variety of fascinating characters, and the heated battles that unfold are one of the highlights. In this article, we'll take a closer look at the charms of the protagonist, Yusuke Urameshi, one of the coolest characters in Yu Yu Hakusho.
The Undefeated Spirit World Detective Delinquent! Yusuke Urameshi
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Yusuke Urameshi is the protagonist of Yu Yu Hakusho. A true delinquent, he's always smoking and skipping classes, and he's always picking fights and defeating his opponents, making him a typical yankee. However, he actually has a very kind personality, and will warn children playing in the street about danger, and is always thinking about and protecting his childhood friend Yukimura Keiko. His trademark appearance is a soft, slicked-back pompadour hairstyle and a green school uniform. He has a strong sense of justice and is the type to stick to what he believes is right, although he also has a stubborn side. As mentioned earlier, Urameshi Yusuke became a spirit world detective after being involved in an accident while saving a child. He then gradually became stronger through various battles and training.
Yusuke Urameshi's Special Moves
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Yusuke Urameshi's special move is to gather spiritual power called "Reigun" in his fingertips and release it like a gun. Reigun can be fired in rapid succession or after charging up to its maximum capacity, and the force and power can be adjusted. He's also a master of the Reikou Hadoken technique, and specializes in hand-to-hand combat, enhancing his attack power by freely controlling spiritual energy.
Characters with a Strong Relationship with Yusuke Urameshi
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So far, we've introduced basic information about Yusuke Urameshi. So, what other characters have a close relationship with him? We'll take a closer look at each character's characteristics and personality, as well as their relationship with Yusuke Urameshi.
Yusuke Urameshi's Rival!! Kazuma Kuwabara
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Kuwabara Kazuma is a long-time friend of Yusuke Urameshi, and while they are close friends, they also share a rivalry. He has distinctive brown pompadour hair, a manly presence, and a warm-hearted personality. Despite attending a different junior high school than Urameshi Yusuke, he lives in the same city and has fought with Urameshi many times, with Urameshi beating him. Gradually, they became like friends, and by making full use of his naturally high spiritual powers, he fights alongside Urameshi Yusuke, even participating in the Dark Tournament. Kuwabara Kazuma can create swords by materializing his spiritual powers. Furthermore, in addition to being able to freely extend and change the shape of his swords, he can also create swords that can cut through dimensions, known as Dimensional Swords, and use them to slash at his enemies. After his fight with Sensui, he stopped taking part in battles, focusing on his high school entrance exams.
Kurama, the Former Fox Thief!
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The next character closely related to Yusuke Urameshi is Kurama. Kurama was originally a fox demon, but after being injured, he possessed a human woman to recover. He then fused with her baby, allowing him to live as Shuichi Minamino, despite still being a demon. His trademark is his long red hair, and as a human he is very calm, intelligent, and acts logically. He also has a kind personality, and is very caring towards his mother. However, when he returns to his fox spirit form, Kurama, he becomes a fox spirit with long white hair and fights by controlling plants from the demon world. As Kurama, he has an extremely cruel personality, ruthlessly defeating his enemies and using cunning tactics. As a human, he often fights by turning plants such as roses into whips and swords, turning them into weapons. He is indebted to Urameshi Yusuke for helping him save his mother's life, and he trusts and cooperates with him.
Hiei, the Three-Eyed Evil Eye Master!
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Hiei is also one of the characters with a deep relationship with Yusuke Urameshi. Hiei was originally a thief from the Demon Realm, but after being defeated by Yusuke Urameshi for stealing a treasure from the Spirit Realm, the two gradually became friends and became allies. He is characterized by his spiky black hair and sharp eyes, and has a calm yet cruel personality. He also prefers to act alone and does not get along with his companions, but he cooperates with Urameshi Yusuke as a legal measure to reduce the punishment for the crimes he committed. He enjoys fighting and often overwhelms his opponents, even at the risk of injuring himself. He is also an excellent swordsman, and is known for his swift swordsmanship, often cutting down his enemies in an instant. Hiei is also a master of the Jaou Ensatsu Ken technique, and is able to manipulate black flames to burn his enemies to ashes without a trace.
Master Genkai, Master of the Reikou Hadoken!
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The last character to be introduced, one who has a close relationship with Yusuke Urameshi, is Master Genkai. Genkai is Yusuke Urameshi's master, and after passing the test, he became his apprentice and learned the basics of the Reikou Hadoken. Although she is very strict, she is skilled and has great technique and spiritual power. She trains with Urameshi Yusuke and competes alongside him in the Dark Tournament. By increasing her cold energy, she can return to her youthful appearance in her prime. However, in reality, she is already an old woman and her strength has declined compared to her prime.
The Undefeated Spirit World Detective Delinquent!! What's the Appeal of Yusuke Urameshi?
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So far, we've introduced basic information about Yusuke Urameshi, the protagonist of Yu Yu Hakusho, as well as characters with whom he shares a deep connection. So, what is the appeal of this character? Let's take a closer look.
The Charm of Yusuke Urameshi #1: He's a Bad Guy, but He's a Good Guy at Heart!!
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First, the charm of Yusuke Urameshi is that he's a bad guy at heart, but he's a good guy at heart. Until his death, Yusuke Urameshi was a boy who skipped school, shoplifted, smoked cigarettes, and exhibited extremely bad behavior for a pre-school student. However, he actually loves children, and after warning a child playing in the street that it's dangerous, he saves him when he's about to be hit by a car. He also struggles to improve relationships with others, even if it means becoming the bad guy himself, and even though he complains, he can't help but take action, which is what makes him so appealing. Although he looks like just another delinquent, he is still a manly, good-natured guy with a straightforward personality, and he really is the kind of classic shonen manga protagonist you can sympathize with and want to root for.
Yusuke Urameshi's Charm #2: He Will Not Forgive Injustice
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The next charm of Yusuke Urameshi is his unforgiving nature. Yu Yu Hakusho features a variety of enemies. Among these enemies are many villains who treat people like nothing more than enemies, truly making them the enemy of all enemies. Urameshi Yusuke stands up to such enemy characters, refusing to give in, no matter how strong the enemy. He also speaks out when he thinks something is wrong and tries to correct it. He sometimes skips school when he's feeling unwell, but what makes him so cool is that he never does anything truly unacceptable as a human being, or betrays his friends or lover. This is also a classic example of shonen manga, and it could be said that he is one of the characters who created the core of today's popular manga.
Yusuke Urameshi's Charm #3: Desperately Protecting His Friends and His Girlfriend
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The last charming aspect of Yusuke Urameshi I'd like to introduce is his dedication to protecting his friends and his girlfriend. Yusuke Urameshi is a middle school student. Despite this, he is also a man of superhuman energy, having been forced to compete in the Dark Tournament and fighting against Sensui, who is trying to destroy the human world. His strength is also related to the fact that he is the son of Raizen, the strongest war god in the demon world. However, I think that even before that, he is also willing to put his own body on the line to fight in order to prevent his precious friends and lover from being hurt. He loves to fight, but he's not just savage; he also has a chivalrous side and cares for his friends, which is what makes Urameshi Yusuke so cool.
The Undefeated Delinquent Spirit World Detective!! A Thorough Introduction to the Charm of Urameshi Yusuke! Summary
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This article introduced the charm of Yusuke Urameshi, the protagonist of Yu Yu Hakusho. Yu Yu Hakusho is a representative manga that supported the golden age of Jump and is a masterpiece that will go down in history. There are many parts that are the origin of today's popular manga, so why not give it a read? It can be enjoyed by people of all ages and genders.
