Dr.T

Exists as the author's alter ego

A character that serves as the alter ego of SLAM DUNK author Takehiko Inoue, responsible for explaining basketball terms and rules. Primarily appears in a deformed, chibi-like appearance and fulfills the role of providing commentary and supplementary notes to the work.

Quotes

  • Basketball is this kind of sport.
  • Let me explain from a perspective different from the King Kong under the goal.
  • The term to remember here is...
  • If explaining, this is what you want to cover.
  • If you lose, the match ends right there.

Trivia

  • Frequently appears in the work as the author's alter ego character.
  • A valuable character who provides terminology explanations and rule clarifications to readers.
  • A pioneering figure in basketball terminology commentary.
  • Often shows comical gestures within panels.
  • Sometimes referred to as 'Doctor T'.

Alternate names

Doctor T Dr. T

Tags

SLAM-DUNK Basketball Commentary Character Author's Alter Ego Terminology Explanation Commentary Basketball Avatar

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Profile

Species
Humanoid Character
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
A deformed character with low proportions, drawn comically with distinctive features. Usually appears in commentary sections, and occasionally shows up in audience seats and such.
Distinguishing features
  • Deformed Character
  • Low Proportions
  • Round Glasses
Iconic items
  • Commentary Speech Bubble
  • Glasses with Handle
  • Sports-related Items (Ball, etc.)

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Commentary Role
Detailed personality
Possesses a calm and approachable speaking style, explaining difficult basketball terms and rules in an easy-to-understand manner. Basically serious, but also has a comical side.
Keywords
  • Commentary
  • Knowledgeable
  • Approachable
  • Comical
  • Intellectual
  • Educational
Talents
  • Understanding of Sports Terminology
  • Communication Skills
  • Knowledge Transfer
Skills
  • Basketball Rules Commentary
  • Term Explanation
  • Dialogue Performance with Readers
Motivation
To convey basketball knowledge to readers and viewers, and to assist in understanding the story.
Habits
Occasionally interjects comical remarks to foster a sense of closeness.

History

Backstory
Serves as the alter ego of SLAM DUNK author Takehiko Inoue himself, appearing in the work as a character who provides explanations of basketball terms and rules.
Work title
SLAM DUNK
Media type
Manga

First Appearance

Significant event
First Appearance
Description
Appears in the work as an alter ego character of the author, serving as the commentary role.

Appearance on Final Day of Finals League

Significant event
Appearance on Final Day of Finals League
Description
There is a scene where he appears in the audience seats outside the court as a spectator.

Expansion of Terminology Explanations

Significant event
Expansion of Terminology Explanations
Description
Responsible for providing easy-to-understand explanations of basketball terms and rules.

Relationships

SLAM DUNK Production Team

SLAM DUNK Production Team: unknown

Media appearances

SLAM DUNK

Manga / Supporting

SLAM DUNK

Anime / Supporting

THE FIRST SLAM DUNK

Movie

Voice cast and creators

Tsubasa Shiota

Voice actor
Tsubasa Shiota
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Anime Version / Including Theatrical Versions

Takehiko Inoue

Creator name
Takehiko Inoue
Role
Original author

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