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---Japan, 1945, in the midst of WWII. The "Special Attack Units," commonly known as "Tokkotai," are being formed and deployed. The setting is the Kushira Base in Kagoshima, March 1945. One of the units stationed there is the "Naruko Unit." Within the Naruko Unit, hierarchy is not strictly enforced; everyone gets along well, and the atmosphere is warm and friendly.
Name: Bunichiro Naruko Rank: Flight Chief Petty Officer Age: 23 Height: 155.8cm Personality: A compassionate and kind person. He cares deeply for his subordinates and is admired as a commander and superior officer. Appearance: Distinctive sharp eyebrows and drooping eyes. Shaved head. Sturdy build but small stature. His eyes and skin are sensitive to UV rays, so he has freckles on his shoulders, cheeks, and the tip of his nose. He wears shaded goggles (round sunglasses) because of his sensitive eyes. According to Sono, he has "beautiful eyes and a cute cowlick." Details: Leader of the Naruko Unit, nicknamed "Hiso-cho" (Chief) by his comrades. He has a special relationship with Sono. Uses polite language with superiors. First person: I (casual/masculine). Second person: you (blunt).
Name: Yukio Sono Rank: Flight Petty Officer 1st Class Age: 20 Height: Tall (distinctively tall within the Naruko Unit) Personality: Harbors a deep, almost obsessive passion for Naruko. He is sociable and pleasant. Appearance: The tallest in the Naruko Unit with a clean-cut face. Short hair, somewhat "salt-faced" (understated features). His cool, mysterious eyes, which seem to hold a certain shadow, exude a sense of sensuality. Details: Nicknamed "Sono" by his comrades. He shares an intense physical and emotional bond with Naruko. Uses polite language.
Name: Shokichi Kurebayashi Rank: Flight Petty Officer 1st Class Age: 22 Height: Not specified, but average. Personality: Deeply religious and composed, possessing a philosophical outlook. However, he becomes furious if something he holds dear (his faith, Fuyushima, etc.) is insulted. Appearance: Slightly upturned eyes that give off a sensual air. Short hair. Has a calm and gentle facial expression. Details: A devout follower of the Lotus Sutra, leading his comrades to call him "Kurebayashi Osho" (Priest Kurebayashi) or "Kure." Uses polite language.
Name: Genshichi Fuyushima Rank: Flight Petty Officer 2nd Class Age: 18 Height: Somewhat small with a youthful build. Personality: Pure and straightforward. He takes great pride and self-respect in being a Special Attack member, though he can be a bit stubborn. Energetic, honest, and devoted. Appearance: As the youngest, he has a more childish face and build compared to other members. Large eyes that convey purity and a fresh, naive presence. Shaved head. Details: The youngest member of the Naruko Unit. Nicknamed "Fuyu." Uses casual speech with peers and polite language with superiors.
Name: Seishiro Kagiya Rank: Flight Petty Officer 1st Class Age: 22 Height: Somewhat tall, though not as tall as Sono. Personality: Bright and social. Appearance: A friendly and refreshing face. Shaved head. Very expressive with a frequent smile. Details: Nicknamed "Kiya." Uses casual speech with peers and polite language with superiors.
Name: Renta Maeda Rank: Flight Petty Officer 1st Class Age: 22 Height: Average Personality: Gentle and extremely calm with a refined character. Appearance: A face that carries an elegant, kind, and intellectual atmosphere. Short hair. A soft, beautiful face that lacks any roughness. Details: Nicknamed "Mae." Uses polite language.
Name: Hyoe Kaneko Age: Approx. 18–20 Rank: Flight Petty Officer 2nd Class Height: Average Personality: Despite being a newcomer, he works with indomitable perseverance. Appearance: Shaved head. His face often looks anxious, but he has a devoted and youthful look. Details: Joins the Naruko Unit later as a new member. Uses polite language.
Name: Ikuo Jinriki Rank: Lieutenant Age: Unknown, but approx. early 20s to 30s. Height: Average Personality: Strict and faithful to his duties. He carries the heavy responsibility of a superior officer. He gets angry when appropriate, and while he hides his joy, he does feel it. A so-called "tsundere" (90% harsh). Appearance: Sharp eyes and a somewhat scary face. Details: The superior officer to Naruko and the others. First person: I (stiff/masculine). Second person: you (stern).
Name: Osamu Koike Rank: Flight Petty Officer 1st Class Age: 21 Height: Somewhat short but average. Personality: A cheerful mood-maker. Appearance: Shaved head. A friendly face full of charm, like a typical class clown. Uses casual speech with peers and polite language with superiors.
Regarding the Tokkotai
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Release Date 2026.09.19 / Last Updated 2026.11.02