Haise Sasaki

Mentor of the Quinx Squad

Protagonist of Tokyo Ghoul:re. Ghoul investigator and leader of the Quinx Squad. Formerly Ken Kaneki. A young man with a past of amnesia.

Quotes

  • 『Don't run away.』
  • 『We change. But there are things that don't change.』
  • 『We fight to protect everyone.』
  • 『Even if it's painful, believe in yourself.』
  • 『Memories are the past, but also the key to the future.』

Trivia

  • The setting of living as Haise Sasaki after losing memories as Ken Kaneki is characteristic.
  • His calmness and kindness as the Quinx Squad mentor are popular.
  • Voiced by Yoshitsugu Matsuoka.
  • The eyepatch symbolizes past trauma.
  • Affectionately called 'Haise' by fans.

Alternate names

Haise Toru Sasaki Ken Kaneki Sei

Tags

Tokyo Ghoul Ghoul Investigator Mentor Quinx Dark Fantasy Young Protagonist Inner Conflict

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Profile

Species
Half-Ghoul
Gender
Male
Birthday
April 20
Birth year
Early 2000s

Appearance

Overall appearance
Handsome features characterized by black hair, wears a black Quinx mask. Black investigator uniform is his trademark.
Height
Approximately 178cm
Weight
Around 70kg
Eye color
Black
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Heterochromatic eyes (one with white sclera and black pupil, one amber)
  • Right eye covered by mask when wearing Quinx mask
  • Handsome facial features
Iconic items
  • Quinx mask
  • Black investigator uniform
  • Gloves
  • Black hairstyle
  • Signature eyepatch

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Kind
Detailed personality
Gentle and thoughtful, but possesses strong responsibility and decisiveness as a leader. Characterized by his growth while internally struggling with past memories. Caring towards comrades with a tolerant personality.
Keywords
  • Kind
  • Strong sense of responsibility
  • Gentle
  • Thoughtful
  • Inner conflict
  • Leader
  • Calm
  • Resilient
Motto
People keep changing. In order to uphold one's own justice.
Talents
  • Combat ability
  • Leadership
  • High observation skills
  • Mental strength
  • CCG tactical knowledge
Skills
  • Combat techniques as a ghoul investigator
  • Quinx mentoring
  • Tactical planning
  • High-speed reactions
  • Psychological insight
Motivation
Support the growth of the Quinx Squad, seek coexistence between humans and ghouls, and uncover the secrets of his own past.
Habits
Smoking (occasionally), habit of covering his mouth with his hand
Favorite foods
White rice, Stewed dishes, Japanese tea
Favorite colors
Black, Blue
Favorite places
Headquarters, Peaceful natural environments
Disliked situations
Excessive violence, Meaningless battles
Disliked foods
Overly spicy things

History

Backstory
While struggling between ghouls and humans as Ken Kaneki, loses his memories and begins a new life as Haise Sasaki. Becomes the mentor of the Quinx Squad and confronts forgotten memories and emotions.
Debut date
February 18, 2014
Work title
Tokyo Ghoul:re
Media type
Manga
Episode or chapter
Chapter 1 (Tokyo Ghoul:re)

Quinx Squad Formation

Significant event
Quinx Squad Formation
Description
Takes on the role of mentoring the Quinx Squad members.

Memory Revival

Significant event
Memory Revival
Description
Memories from his past as Ken Kaneki gradually return, deepening his conflicts.

Vs. Aogiri Battle

Significant event
Vs. Aogiri Battle
Description
Leads the squad in battle against powerful enemies and achieves significant growth.

Relationships

Kishou Arima

Mentor and benefactor. Grows under his influence.

Quinx Squad Members

Teammate

Fight together and deepen bonds

Quinx Squad

Quinx Squad: leader

CCG (Ghoul Countermeasures Bureau)

CCG (Ghoul Countermeasures Bureau): investigator

Media appearances

Tokyo Ghoul:re

Manga / Protagonist

Serialization started in 2014

Tokyo Ghoul:re

Anime / Protagonist

2018 TV series

Tokyo Ghoul: TOKYO GHOUL【S】

Movie / Protagonist

2019 theatrical release

Voice cast and creators

Yoshitsugu Matsuoka

Voice actor
Yoshitsugu Matsuoka
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV anime version

Yoshitsugu Matsuoka

Voice actor
Yoshitsugu Matsuoka
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Theatrical version

Sui Ishida

Creator name
Sui Ishida
Role
Original author

Sui Ishida

Creator name
Sui Ishida
Role
Character designer

Studio Pierrot

Creator name
Studio Pierrot
Role
Animation studio

Related goods

Haise Sasaki Figure

Item name
Haise Sasaki Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Quinx Mask Replica

Item name
Quinx Mask Replica
Category
Accessory
Availability
Limited

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