Reno Ichikawa is a young man who aspires to join the defense forces, and joins the main character, Kafka Hibino, as a part-time worker at a cleaning company that specializes in monsters. He is the person who inspired Kafka to aim for the Defense Force again.
In this article, we will provide a summary of Reno Ichikawa’s character, personality, and strength, as well as his relationship with Kafka and upcoming scenes that will attract attention.
*This article contains spoilers.
Age: 18 years old
Birthday: April 12th
Height: 174cm
Likes: Music, cooking, boys’ manga
A young man who aspires to join the defense force, works part-time at Monster Sweeper, a cleaning company specializing in monsters, and meets Kafka. At first, he looks coldly at Kafka, who seems to have given up on his dreams, but he learns of Kafka’s kind and brave personality and begins to respect him.
Leno may seem cool at first glance, but he is a kind and brave person as he aspires to be in the defense force. Even if they are clearly lacking in power, they will boldly stand up to their friends and citizens when they are in danger from a monster, and try to protect them.
Although he is generally calm, he also hates losing, so he quietly burns his fighting spirit during selection exams and training after enlistment. In particular, I have many opportunities to compete with my colleague Iharu Furuhashi, and we have a good rivalry.
He also has an honest and polite side, such as thanking Kafka for taking care of him during his part-time job, and using honorific language with older people even if they are in the same class. He also has a strong sense of responsibility, and can be said to have a personality suitable for defense personnel.
When Reno first met Kafka, who had given up on his dreams, he had no sympathy for him and had a cold attitude towards him, but after seeing the care he received at work and being saved from being attacked by a monster, Reno reconsidered Kafka and decided to join the defense force together. This will be the partner you’re looking for.
He was also by Kafka’s side when he first became Kaiju No. 8, so he is one of the few people who knows his true identity. He often pokes fun at Kafka, who tends to act carelessly, and at times there are comic-like interactions.
As she becomes concerned about Kafka, who is willing to transform into a monster under any circumstances to help his friends and citizens, he begins to want to become stronger so that Kafka doesn’t have to transform. He does not want Kafka to do anything unreasonable, so he continues to train as a defense member.
In the selection exam, Reno’s defense force suit’s release strength was 8%, which was not very high, but it reached 18% two months after joining the army. Hoshina, the vice captain of the 3rd unit, feels that Reno has the qualities to grow into a captain, and has high expectations for his growth.
The weapon used is an assault rifle, which is the standard weapon of the defense forces. It specializes in subduing enemies while slowing down their movements using freezing bullets.
It was later revealed that he was a match for the weapon Numbers 6,'' which was created using identified monsters (individuals so powerful that they were given codenames such as Monster ##”). Through repeated fitness tests and training, Reno achieved a release strength of 51%, mastered the use of “Numbers 6” and became a major force for the defense force.
Reno has wanted to join the Defense Force since his first appearance, but his motivations have not been talked about yet and remain unknown. In episode 11 of the original story, there is a scene where the new members talk about why they decided to join the Defense Force, but the topic changes before Reno can speak.
On the other hand, in episode 101 of the original work, the past where his parents and older brother died in a monster disaster is depicted, and it is revealed that he is a survivor of a monster disaster. Although he doesn’t explicitly say so, it can be said that this is enough reason for him to view monsters as enemies and aim to become a defense member. It is expected that the background behind his aim to become a member of the Defense Force will be revealed in the future.
“Monster No. 6″ is a powerful monster that will remain in history and caused many casualties during its subjugation. The identification monster weapon “Numbers 6”, which was created based on No. 6, which was even called the king of monsters, is the most powerful weapon, but it has remained dormant in the defense forces for a long time without anyone suitable for it.
Leno showed signs of being in tune with Numbers 6. The superior officer who informed Reno of this said that while it would be a very powerful weapon if used properly, it would not only carry an excessive load that would shorten its lifespan, but also that it would inevitably put people at risk for their lives due to front-line combat. Advise someone that you think should be declined.
However, Reno decides to take the “Numbers 6” adaptation experiment despite the risk. In his first experiment, he fainted due to the tremendous load. Still, Leno was determined and decided to go into battle after using it for a month.
Reno’s mind and body are pushed to the limit after fighting a real monster, and he gradually loses control of himself. His physical and mental health is on the verge of reaching its limit, but with Iharu’s support, he successfully subdues the monster. The use of “Numbers 6” was officially approved, and a part of the future of Japan, a monster powerhouse, was entrusted to it.
人語を操る高い知性を有した強敵・怪獣９号が数多の怪獣を率いて東京を襲撃。第3部隊隊長・亜白ミナは９号を、怪獣８号に変身したカフカは他の怪獣を相手にする中、９号がミナを捕縛してしまいます。
すぐにでもミナの元に向かいたいカフカですが、疲弊した防衛隊員や抵抗する術のない市民たちを置いていくことができません。引き裂かれるような思いで戦い続けるカフカの援護に駆け付けたのは「ナンバーズ６」を装備した相棒・レノでした。
識別怪獣兵器の威力は凄まじく、その場一帯の巨大な怪獣たちを一気に制圧してしまうレノ。カフカはその場を相棒に託し、命の危機が迫るミナの元に向かいます。カフカとレノの信頼関係と成長したレノの姿に胸が熱くなるシーンです。
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有望株の多い同期隊員の中で、ごく平凡な成績で入隊し注目されていなかったレノ。しかし、訓練や実戦経験を重ねる中でその才能が開花し、驚くべきスピードで成長を遂げていきます。市川レノの成長と活躍をお見逃しなく！
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