About

Kabane (Corpse): Immortal monsters that appeared suddenly. Their hearts are covered in a layer of steel, and they multiply by attacking and biting humans. They cannot be destroyed unless their hearts are pierced. Kabaneri: "Half-Kabane, Half-Human" beings who have been infected by the Kabane virus but maintain their human reason while gaining the physical abilities of a Kabane. Tsuranuki-zutsu (Bolt Trigger): A specialized anti-Kabane gun developed by Ikoma to break through the steel coating of a Kabane's heart. Steam Power (Tsuranuki): The industrial revolution setting of this world. It is the essential power source for railways and weapons. Koutetsujo (Iron Fortress): The massive, heavily armored steam locomotive (Hayajiro) that the protagonists board to escape the Kabane. Unato: A strategic location that served as the setting for the movie "The Battle of Unato." Iconic Quotes: "Live, even if you die." The main catchphrase of the series, signifying survival under desperate circumstances. "Pierce through, heart of steel." Another representative catchphrase. Stations (Eki): Fortified cities built across Hinomoto to protect against the Kabane. Aragane Station: The station where the story begins, thriving on iron manufacturing and steam engine production. Where Ikoma and Takumi lived. Kongokaku: The Shogunate's primary base and the strongest fortress station in Hinomoto, where the Shogun resides. Iwato Station: A station located on the front lines of Kongokaku. It falls under attack by Kabane due to the schemes of the Hunters. Vehicles (Hayajiro): Massive, heavily armored steam locomotives used for travel between stations. Kokujo: The specialized train of the "Hunters" led by Biba Amatori. It is equipped with facilities for researching and transporting Kabane, as well as powerful weaponry. McRaky Engine: A special high-pressure steam engine developed in Britain that serves as the power source for the Hayajiro. Kabane Ecology: Kurokeburi (Black Smoke): A "Colony" where countless Kabane gather into the shape of a single giant monster. It possesses immense destructive power. Wazatori (Technique-Taker): Powerful Kabane that have gained combat experience and learned to use martial arts or swordsmanship. Blue Veins: Glowing viral veins that appear on a human body as a sign of Kabane infection. Organizations/Armament: The Hunters (Karikatashu): An elite independent unit led by the Shogun's son, Biba Amatori, dedicated to exterminating Kabane. Jet Bullets (Funryudan): Special ammunition developed by Ikoma and Takumi that can easily pierce the steel heart-membrane of a Kabane. White Serum / Black Serum: Chemical solutions developed based on Kabane biology. White suppresses Kabane transformation, while Black forces a Kabaneri to become the core of a Kurokeburi mutation. Suicide Bag (Jiketsu-bukuro): A small explosive used by those bitten by Kabane to blow up their own hearts and maintain their dignity before turning.