Hotto

Mid-rank covert operative who controls flames

A mid-rank covert operative of the Oniwabanshu, an obese man skilled in fire arts. He usually carries a resupply barrel on his back.

Quotes

  • I won't let my fire go out!
  • Oil is my life. When it runs out, I'm done too.
  • Fire is my only weapon and my pride.
  • Your fists can't reach me!
  • When the oil runs out, the flames die. But my heart won't.

Trivia

  • The abdominal oil bag is specially made for flame projection, and he moves around carrying a resupply barrel on his back.
  • During the final battle at Kanryu Mansion, the scene of oil from his body spewing fire was a powerful spectacle.
  • In the anime, the oil bag makes sounds when he spits fire.
  • Hotto has multiple voice actors, varying between the 1st and 2nd TV anime and the game version.
  • Modeled after a ninjutsu user from the Oniwabanshu.
  • The fire arts concept is inspired by historical ninjas' use of gunpowder and oil applications.

Alternate names

Hotto

Tags

Oniwabanshu Covert operative Fire arts Obese build Underworld work Meiji Restoration Manga Anime

Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male
Birth year
1848

Appearance

Overall appearance
A large man with an obese build. He has an oil bag for flame projection installed in his abdomen and carries its resupply barrel on his back.
Height
Approx. 190cm
Weight
120kg
Distinguishing features
  • Obesity
  • Oil bag for flame projection embedded in abdomen
  • Carries resupply barrel on back
Iconic items
  • Oil bag
  • Backpack barrel
  • Flame projection mask (for oil control)
  • Flint

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Hot-tempered
Detailed personality
Simple and hot-tempered personality. He sees things straightforwardly and has a passionate side in his actions.
Keywords
  • Hot-tempered
  • Hot-blooded
  • Strong loyalty
  • Rough
  • Clumsy
Talents
  • Fire arts
  • Flame projection
  • Superhuman strength from large build
Skills
  • Combat techniques
  • Covert missions
  • Oil adjustment and flame control
Motivation
To fulfill the Oniwabanshu's missions and contribute by wielding his fire arts.
Habits
Always carries a barrel on his back to resupply the oil bag and tends to get excited when spitting fire.
Favorite foods
Mentaiko
Hobbies
Fire management, Armor appreciation

History

Backstory
From Kumamoto Prefecture. Affiliated with the Oniwabanshu, he inherited fire arts techniques as a covert operative who suppresses enemies using flame projection. Oil bag implanted in his body, utilizes fire arts in combat. Carries a supply oil barrel on his back and spews flames in battle. In the confrontation with Kenshin and others, fights Sanosuke but is defeated. Afterward, participates in the battle against Kanryu at the Kamiya Dojo. Ultimately loses his life to Kanryu's Gatling gun.
Debut date
circa 1996
Work title
Rurouni Kenshin
Media type
Manga

Kamiya Dojo Raid

Significant event
Kamiya Dojo Raid
Description
Raided the Kamiya Dojo and clashed with Kenshin and Sanosuke. Defeated by Sanosuke and withdrew from the front lines.

Kanryu Mansion Battle

Significant event
Kanryu Mansion Battle
Description
Participated in the fierce battle at Kanryu Mansion but fell victim to the Gatling gun attack.

Jinchuu Arc

Significant event
Jinchuu Arc
Description
Met his end in the Jinchuu arc storyline, perishing alongside his comrade Beshimi.

Relationships

Beshimi

Teammate

Participated in the Kamiya Dojo raid together and fell together.

Oniwabanshu

Oniwabanshu: unknown

Media appearances

Rurouni Kenshin

Manga / Supporting

1994-1999

Rurouni Kenshin (1996 version)

Anime / Supporting

1996-1998

Rurouni Kenshin (2023 new version)

Anime / Supporting

2023

Rurouni Kenshin: Conspiracy of the Ten Swordsmen

Game / Supporting

2006

Voice cast and creators

Shozo Iizuka

Voice actor
Shozo Iizuka
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Anime 1st series

Fukutsugu Ochiai

Voice actor
Fukutsugu Ochiai
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Anime 2nd series

Tetsuo Komura

Voice actor
Tetsuo Komura
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Game version

Nobuhiro Watsuki

Creator name
Nobuhiro Watsuki
Role
Original author

Related goods

Hotto Action Figure

Item name
Hotto Action Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Limited

Oniwabanshu Hotto Cosplay Costume

Item name
Oniwabanshu Hotto Cosplay Costume
Category
Apparel
Availability
Limited