Ikoma

Protagonist: young steam blacksmith boy who became a Kabaneri

The protagonist of the series, a young steam blacksmith who conducts independent research to counter the Kabane threat. Bitten by a Kabane but manages to halt the infection with a control device, becoming a Kabaneri, fights alongside comrades with his own sense of justice.

Quotes

  • "I won't run away!"
  • "Weak ones should die"
  • "Be a self you can be proud of"
  • "Pierce through, steel heart"
  • "Even if you die, live"

Trivia

  • Ikoma's hair partially turning white upon becoming Kabaneri symbolizes transformation or awakening.
  • Voice actors Tasuku Hatanaka and Ayaka Chikamori (Mumei role) announced marriage in 2019.
  • Tsuranuki Barrel is his invention, the only weapon capable of destroying the heart membrane.
  • The green stone on Ikoma's right hand is a keepsake from his deceased sister and his mental support.
  • In the theatrical version, scenes of fighting with prosthetic arm after becoming Kabaneri were added.
  • In the stage version, Ryūjirō Izaki portrayed Ikoma.

Alternate names

Ikoma Ikoma

Tags

Survival Armored Warrior Steam Engine Kabaneri Koutetsujou Shungjou Tsuranuki Barrel Samurai Romance Mutant

Profile

Species
Human (later Kabaneri)
Gender
Male
Birthday
February 28

Appearance

Overall appearance
Messy ocher hair, with part of the bangs white. Wears lens-equipped glasses on the right eye, and wears a green stone keepsake from his sister on his right hand.
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Blond
Distinguishing features
  • Lens-equipped glasses on right eye
  • Ocher hair
  • Part of bangs is white hair
Iconic items
  • Tsuranuki Barrel
  • Green stone on right hand
  • Prosthetic right arm (theatrical version onward)
  • Glasses

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Sincere
Detailed personality
Possesses a strong sense of justice, restrains fear and egoism to strive to be a 'proud self.' Rational and hardworking, passionate about research. Even after becoming a Kabaneri, maintains rationality, protects comrades, and burns with a sense of mission. When emotions run high, the white hair in his bangs becomes prominent.
Keywords
  • Strong sense of justice
  • Sincere
  • Research enthusiast
  • Strong sense of responsibility
  • Kind
  • Brave
  • Calm
  • Harbors conflict
Motto
"I won't run away"
Talents
  • High technical skill as steam blacksmith
  • Independent research on Kabane and viruses
  • Tactical thinking
  • Leadership
  • Calm judgment
Skills
  • Tsuranuki Barrel design and production
  • Close-quarters combat with Kabane
  • Prosthetic arm utilization
  • Mental self-control
  • Combat machinery operation
Motivation
Together with Mumei, eradicate Kabane and aim to restart lost rice farming. Survive as a 'proud self.'
Habits
Hides fear of Kabane and past trauma, encourages comrades with a bravado tone.
Favorite foods
Unknown
Hobbies
Invention and research
Person
Sister Hatsune, Mumei, Comrades
Disliked situations
Helplessness, Comrades in crisis

History

Backstory
Once lost his sister to Kabane and abandoned her due to fear, leading to self-loathing and resolve to overcome despair and become a 'proud self.' Forms the basis of his personality and sense of mission.
Debut date
April 7, 2016
Work title
Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress
Media type
Anime
Episode or chapter
Episode 1 "The Terrified Corpse"

Kabane Attack and Kabanerization

Significant event
Kabane Attack and Kabanerization
Description
During the Kabane attack on Kengen Station, bitten but successfully halted virus infection with homemade device, becoming a Kabaneri.

Cooperation with Mumei

Significant event
Cooperation with Mumei
Description
Acted together with fellow Kabaneri Mumei as comrades on Koutetsujou, aiming for escape to Kongokaku.

Shungjou Battle and Injury

Significant event
Shungjou Battle and Injury
Description
Captured in Shungjou, involved in rebellion, suffered severe injury losing right arm during operation but revived and fought one-armed.

Sea Gate Decisive Battle

Significant event
Sea Gate Decisive Battle
Description
In the theatrical "Sea Gate Decisive Battle," revived from solitary confinement, supported Hokuriku Union Army with Mumei. Battled Biba and rescued Mumei.

Marriage Announcement

Significant event
Marriage Announcement
Description
Voice actors Tasuku Hatanaka and Ayaka Chikamori (Mumei role) announced marriage in 2019, became a topic as the characters they portray.

Relationships

Hatsune

Sibling

Bitten by Kabane and died, the source of Ikoma's trauma. Carries her keepsake green stone on right hand.

Mumei

Comrade

Became Kabaneri together, cooperated in analysis and combat. Mumei's presence became Ikoma's mental support.

Ayame Shihougawa

Teammate

Cooperated at Kengen Station, searched for escape routes, etc.

Kurusu

Bodyguard

Interacted as bodyguard, comrades who aid each other in battle.

Takumi

CloseFriend

Friend and joint researcher. Died at the end shielding Ikoma.

Biba Amatori

Rival

Leader of the Hunter Clan, archenemy. Opposed due to his cruel true nature.

Koutetsujou Crew

Koutetsujou Crew: leader

Koutetsujou's Kabaneri

Koutetsujou's Kabaneri: unknown

Media appearances

Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress

Anime / Protagonist

April 7, 2016 - June 30, 2016 TV Series Season 1

Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress Compilation Film Part 1: Gathering Light

Movie / Protagonist

December 31, 2016 Theatrical release

Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress Compilation Film Part 2: Burning Life

Movie / Protagonist

January 7, 2017 Theatrical release

Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress: Battle of Migumo

Movie / Protagonist

May 10, 2019 Theatrical release

Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress -Ran- The Beginning Trajectory

Game / Protagonist

December 19, 2018 Digital release

Voice cast and creators

Tasuku Hatanaka

Voice actor
Tasuku Hatanaka
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV anime version
Notes
Original/main voice

Ryūjirō Izaki

Voice actor
Ryūjirō Izaki
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Stage version

Kabaneri Production Committee

Creator name
Kabaneri Production Committee
Role
Original author

Tetsurō Araki

Creator name
Tetsurō Araki
Role
Director

Ichirō Ōkouchi

Creator name
Ichirō Ōkouchi
Role
Series Composer

Haruhiko Mikimoto (original concept)

Creator name
Haruhiko Mikimoto (original concept)
Role
Character designer

Yasuyuki Ebihara (animation character design)

Creator name
Yasuyuki Ebihara (animation character design)
Role
Character designer

Hiroyuki Sawano

Creator name
Hiroyuki Sawano
Role
musicComposer

WIT STUDIO

Creator name
WIT STUDIO
Role
Animation studio

Mag Garden

Creator name
Mag Garden
Role
Publisher

Related goods

Ikoma Figure

Item name
Ikoma Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Tsuranuki Barrel Replica

Item name
Tsuranuki Barrel Replica
Category
Accessory
Availability
Limited