Memory Cell

The lymphocyte that governs the memory of antigens

A lymphocyte that remembers past antigens and assists B cells in antibody production when they reappear. Depicted as a civilian official responsible for managing information and issuing instructions on countermeasures.

Quotes

  • This has been passed down to posterity as a 'good news memo'.
  • How to prepare before the antigen arrives—that's my job.
  • It's the memory for warriors who have had the same experience to combine their strength.

Trivia

  • Memory cells survive long-term in an antigen-specific manner and react early during the next infection.
  • The depiction of memory cells visually explains the actual mechanism of immune memory.
  • In the anime version, scenes of recording and managing antigen information with documents and models are shown.

Alternate names

Memory B Cell

Tags

Cells at Work! Memory Cell Lymphocyte B Cell Immune Cell Antibody Immune Memory Medicine Anthropomorphism

Profile

Species
Lymphocyte
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
Depicted as a male civilian official type, with medium height and a characteristic strand of hair sticking up. Tends to make exaggerated reactions reflecting his intense personality.
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Strand of sticking-up hair
  • Expressive face with large reactions
  • Civilian official atmosphere
Iconic items
  • Memory documents or memos
  • Hat labeled 'Memory Cell'

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Worrier
Detailed personality
A worrier who takes exaggerated reactions at every turn and is prone to jumping to conclusions. Treats memories of battles with antigens preciously and acts as a civilian official devising countermeasures based on past experiences.
Keywords
  • Serious
  • Worrier
  • Information Management
  • Jumps to Conclusions
  • Big Reactions
  • Passionate
Talents
  • Retention of Immune Memory
  • Management of Antigen Information
  • Strategic Advice
Skills
  • Assistance in Antibody Production
  • Antigen Analysis
  • Intercellular Communication
Motivation
To promote rapid and effective immune responses when the same antigen reappears.
Habits
Has a habit of jotting down past events in memos and worrying excessively.

History

Backstory
Holds the role of remembering past antigen information, transmitting it to immune system B cells, and assisting in antibody production. An important cell that has accumulated bodily experiences and supported numerous immune responses.
Debut date
2015-03
Work title
Cells at Work!
Media type
Manga

First Appearance

Significant event
First Appearance
Description
Appears from chapter 2 of the work, collaborating with B Cell to support antibody production.

Anime Adaptation

Significant event
Anime Adaptation
Description
In the 2018 TV anime version, voiced by Yuichi Nakamura, and gained popularity for his characteristic personality portrayal.

Spin-off and Related Works Appearances

Significant event
Spin-off and Related Works Appearances
Description
Also appears in spin-offs and educational expansions, where its role is explained.

Relationships

B Cell

Teammate

Has built an important cooperative relationship in antibody production.

Helper T Cell

Teammate

Cooperates as the entity responsible for directing immune responses.

Immune System

Immune System: strategist

Media appearances

Cells at Work!

Manga / Supporting

2015 - 2021

Cells at Work!

Anime / Supporting

2018 Season 1, 2021 Season 2

Cells at Work! Movie

Movie / Supporting

Releasing December 2024

Voice cast and creators

Yuichi Nakamura

Voice actor
Yuichi Nakamura
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Anime Version

Akane Shimizu

Creator name
Akane Shimizu
Role
Original author

Related goods

Cells at Work! Official Comic Guide

Item name
Cells at Work! Official Comic Guide
Category
unknown
Availability
Regular