[2], To differentiate him from Kiryu, Ichiban is written to be less stoic and more emotive in comparison. In the ensuing chaos, Kasuga is called by Han and Seong-hui. Unlike in Like A Dragon, this incarnation of Ichiban never leaves Kamuroch, and encounters a different cast of supporting characters as well as enemies. The patriarch of Hikawa Family eventually arranged a relationship between his daughter and Masumi. inscribed on the otherwise blank backside, meaning those in power must reward and punish where necessary. Nicknames [24] German publication GamePro lauded Ichiban for his big heart and highly emotive nature, qualities which they feel a lot of protagonist characters lack. Masumi held onto the bill from that point onward. To escape this reality, he spent his nights playing Dragon Quest in the back office of the soapland and dreaming of being a hero one day. They meet Hamako and Bleach Japan after a bodyguard job, and Adachi rejoins them afterward. [26], In a year as tough as 2020, many video game fans looked to the media as a vicarious escape from the misery of an unjust world. Granted, he had a good reason to do so, but when it turns out that Ichiban is Arakawa's biological son, must've been quite painful for him to have to shoot his own son (or rather someone that he regarded as a son) just to get said plan going.. Will Ichiban Kasuga be back? Before they part, Masumi talks about a strange dream where Kasuga and Masato swapped places in their births. In doing so, he decisively changed the course of Kasuga's life. Affiliation Yakuza: Like a Dragon: Masumi's face is modeled after his voice actor, Kiichi Nakai. The character's fascination with Dragon Quest serves as the impetus for the series' change from action adventure to role-playing games. Tendo now has a chance at the top and shoots Masumi to get back in the Omi remnants' good graces after betraying them. Sawashiro, the man who Ichiban gave away 18 years of his life to save, is central to the yakuza now. High chance to land a critical hit. Member of the Arakawa Family (formerly)President of Ichiban ConfectionsLeader of the Kasuga PartyIndependent politician His moveset, much like that of Kiryu and Majima, is a reskinned version of the Streets of Rage series' main character, Axel. Nakaya interpreted Ichiban as an energetic and vivid character when reading the script. After facing the Omi, Ichiban reconciles with Arakawa, but is shocked next day to learn of his death. He asks Kasuga to turn himself in, telling him the lie that it was Sawashiro who committed the murder. Ichiban learns that Arakawa is a double agent, and that once the Omi chairman, Masaru Watase, is released from prison, he will make a joint announcement with Dojima to disband their respective clans. Described as having been born with "nothing but physical strength," Kasuga has a very muscular build that gives him the opportunity to be proficient at a variety of fighting styles. The given birth year of 1957 is an estimate based on Arakawa's age and is not intended as a substitute for an official date. Aliases It explains this and technically he didnt send him to prison ichiban went willingly out of his own choice but it explains he went for masato so masato doesnt get the blame, I know that. Basically, everyone is backstabbing everyone. Yoko Arakawa (mother)Toshio Arakawa (father)Unnamed ex-fianceAkane (girlfriend)Jo Sawashiro (right-hand, co-parent? Advance Offense-type allies' cooldown timer by up to 24%. [7] Following the worldwide release of Like A Dragon by late 2020, Nakaya indicated in an interview with Famitsu that Ichiban will lead the series for the foreseeable future, and that he was grateful for the support from Takaya Kuroda, Kiryu's voice actor, with regards to the transition. During the campaign, he learns Hoshino is being targeted by Sawashiro, but arrives too late to save him, and learn from Sawashiro that Aoki is his son and Kasuga is Arakawa's. i don't think the arakawa family was big enough for anyone to willingly serve 15 years in prison for them except for ichiban because well, he did it 100% out of love for arakawa. Kamurocho, Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan When he finds Daigo, he tells Ichiban about where Kiryu's at, and then, just as Ichiban tries to get the truth from Daigo about Arakawa, Daigo gets shot by a character looking to silence anyone saying anything about the Omi Alliance and its plan. (Arakawa Masumi) Koichi Adachi is one of the members of Kasuga's party, a former cop who lost his job and pension due to corruption in the department. English Tang and has cited Chun's work as an inspiration. Counterpart because his character and beliefs wouldn't fit as a Shinsengumi. Trying to find answers as to why, Kasuga ends up shot and . Kasuga is a fiercely loyal and steadfast man, perhaps to a fault. Ichiban Kasuga ( , Kasuga Ichiban) is the protagonist of the Like a Dragon series from Yakuza: Like a Dragon onward, as well as the protagonist of The Legend of Ichiban Kasuga: Part 1 in Ryu Ga Gotoku Online. Date of Birth Black He also makes use of a baseball bat in an extremely professional manner. Despite his efforts, this only fanned the flames of the existing rivalry between the Arakawa Family and the Sakaki Family. The men demanded he takes responsibility for Kasuga's actions. Arakawa says that Ichi was like a son to him, but isn't it hypocritical that only moments later of him stating that Ichi felt like a son to him, he still sells him out making him go to prison because his other actual son (or so he though) messed up ? He told her to hide the baby in a coin locker and to get to a safer location as soon as possible to ensure their safety. Arakawa asks Kasuga to shoulder the blame and go to prison on Sawashiro's behalf, and that he is banished from the family. [8][9], Ichiban's English voice actor, Kaiji Tang, describes him as a "whimsical" character who, despite being the game's protagonist, also serves the role of a supporting character due to how he often assists his allies. Kasuga's fighting style is based around street fighting and professional wrestling techniques that, while lacking in finesse, are powerful and adaptive to his immediate environment. Would be cool if he knew the entire time after recruiting ichiban because he casually mentioned his mother's name in conversation, so he kept him close but it was too late to declare things. Nationality Press J to jump to the feed. Damage an enemy by putting them in a headlock and throwing them. [10] Tang said that his character is the "opposite" of Kiryu in terms of personality. However, one day, he severely injured and hospitalized a yakuza. A high-offense job that allows Kasuga to learn terrain-based Skills. Kasuga was instead taken in by Shangri-La's manager, Jiro Kasuga, and raised by the people of Kamurocho. [21] Jorge Jimenez from PC Gamer praised Ichiban's optimistic characterization, a "goofy, happy go lucky gangster who loves classic JRPGs", as an effective way of explaining the franchise's drastic genre shift with Like a Dragon. IchiIcchanKasugacchiSoapy IchibanIchi-badNumber One May instantly knock out the enemy. The Yakuza franchise's developers, Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio, wanted to create a new lead character to continue the narrative of the fictional universe they have created. The next day, Watase and Dojima declare the dissolution of both of their organizations and are met with resistance from the Omi officers. Yokoyama does not believe in portraying unconditional good and evil, as he believes that people with criminal records are capable of righteousness, while members of society who are respected by the public are capable of evil. Cookies help us deliver our Services. He is a former member of the Arakawa Family, a Tojo Clan subsidiary. Y:LAD Ichban's hero character skill "peerless resolve" - protects himself from being knocked out Sacrifice Stone - protects anyone who wears it (I got 2 at the end of the game) Poundmate Mr. Masochist - makes EVERYONE in the team immune to knock out for once!!! January 1, 1977 His eyes are dark brown and described as having the "hard, flinty gaze of an old killer"[4] by the age of twenty. He believes that Ichiban fits the Yakuza setting due to his love for Dragon Quest, as well as his heroic demeanor which goes along the new type of gameplay Like a Dragon provided to the franchise. Noting everything is going according to plan, Masumi shoots Kasuga non-lethally and has him taken to Isezaki Ijincho, a location out of the Omi's reach. A Chinese legend tells of a koi fish that ascended a great waterfall . Damage an enemy with a flying kick. He is clean shaven in his younger years but has a small goatee on his chin by his most recent appearance in 2018. Japanese The Hope of KamurochoPrisoner 1119 The three are directed to Otohime Land to work for Isao Nonomiya, and rescue Nanoha Mukoda from having to pay large fees to Sunlight Castle, and meet Ryuhei Hoshino, who recognizes the bill. 1957[b] In Ryu Ga Gotoku Online, he is the patriarch of the Arakawa Family and the captain of the Omi Alliance. Ichiban first appears in the 2018 Ryu ga Gotoku ONLINE, which presents an alternate version of his character arc following his release from prison. Before their fight escalates, Arakawa and Daigo Dojima explain that Arakawa's betrayal was planned by them and Masaru Watase in order to split the Omi forces between Tokyo and Osaka to make their plan of disbanding the Tojo and Omi easier to accomplish. [23] They believe that Ichiban is a good example of how slapstick humour can be blended seamlessly with high octane action to create an excellent, engaging story. Hair Color The way I see it, he either knew or was very suspicious and hoped Ichi was his real son. He wields a bat that does a decent amount of damage, so focus on your blocks. The two seemingly developed a mutual sense of responsibility for Masato's care although Sawashiro never admitted he was Masato's biological father. Ryu Ga Gotoku OnlineYakuza: Like a DragonLike a Dragon 8 Arakawa is a yakuza and saved his life, he grew up in the slums where the proper Japanese job archetype would spit on his face and it's the Assassin that gives him a job and some sense of worth. Kuze and the Go-Ryu follow Ryuji, while Kasuga chases after Han. Ryu Ga Gotoku OnlineYakuza: Like a Dragon The dragonfish tattoo on his back earned him the nickname "The Rock Bottom Dragon" (, Donzoko no Ry). Yoko Arakawa (paternal grandmother)Toshio Arakawa (paternal grandfather)Akane (mother)Masumi Arakawa (father, former patriarch)Jiro Kasuga (adoptive father)Masato Arakawa (adoptive brother, former dependent, rival)Jo Sawashiro (former superior, complicated ally)Mitsuo Yasumura (oath brother, friend, ally)Yu Nanba (friend, ally)Koichi Adachi (friend, ally)Saeko Mukoda (friend, ally)Eri Kamataki (friend, ally)Tianyou Zhao (friend, ally)Joon-gi Han (friend, ally)Seong-hui (ally)Ryuhei Hoshino (ally)Masaru Watase (ally)Kazuma Kiryu (ally)Daigo Dojima (ally)Goro Majima (ally)Taiga Saejima (ally)Nick Ogata (ally) [14][9] A line of Yakuza franchise merchandise developed by apparel company SuperGroupie was launched in June 2021, including watches, bags, jackets, and shoes, all of which will have details inspired by Ichiban's appearances in the games. He was the Patriach of his family surely he could've found someone else to take Aoki's place right ? "Yakuza: Like a Dragon" takes that formula and gives it a fresh set of characters with a JRPG framework. Kasuga pleads to Aoki to start anew, but he is killed by Kume before he can do so. By Kasuga's release in 2019, Masumi had been appointed the acting captain of the Omi Alliance and continues to cooperate with Aoki. we dont know for sure the dream that arakawa has started occuring even before he sends him to prison. Kiichi NakaiWP Associations [13] A 2019 gameplay trailer featuring Ichiban and his party engaging enemies in a turn-based RPG battle system was initially interpreted as an April Fools' Day joke due to its gameplay mechanics which was considered unusual for the series, as well as the timing of its release date and its proximity to the 1st of April. The given height of 185 cm (6 1) is based on the character model's scaling factor within. Suddenly, a member of the Go-Ryu Clan appears, giving Han a chance to escape. Taro ArayoshiArakawa the Assassin They head to Geomijul at Zhao's demand, and are led there by an incognito Seong-hui. Initially hesitant, he accepts after learning the Liumang had sent assassins after Nanba. I used both 1,2,3 in the final fight, 3 works the best. Kasuga bluffs to Aoki of having incriminating evidence to lure him and Tendo to the Millennium Tower. Sawashiro suggests leaking information in exchange for the Family's continued survival. He has a faint mustache in his twenties but is clean-shaven through his thirties and forties. Ichiban is presented with the chance to choose his own path for the first time in almost 18 years. Other Despite sharing certain traits in their backstories, both characters have little in common with each other in terms of personality, as Ichiban is written to be more emotive and outspoken in temperament. Aliases Biographical https://twitter.com/ryugagotoku/status/1609202827124948994, Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name, The given height of 185 cm (6 1) is based on the character model's scaling factor within. Restores all allies' health by up to 50% at the start of battle, provided they are still conscious. When he returns, Aoki has the Arakawa Family support him in his political career. Kasuga's signature attire consists of a maroon suit worn over a white shirt with an upturned collar and a gold chain necklace. Masumi escaped and told Akane to meet him at Cafe Alps after she had given birth. On the way, a helicopter spots them on a rooftop and Adachi stays behind. He realizes far too late how important his family is. Age Fighting Style George TakeiWPJohnny Yong BoschWP (young adult)Zach AguilarWP (teen)[2] Although beloved, he lived in poverty and the people who raised him were considered "trash" by the rest of society. Brown 18 years later, Ichiban is released from prison. RGGO Kasuga puts all his energy into a single punch that may leave the enemy stunned. Some time following the events, Masumi and Kasuga meet at the docks in Yokohama at night and spend some time together. Kasuga hypes himself up and attunes to the flow of battle, boosting his Evasion and Attack for 2 turns. He has a scar on the right side of his face he received from his mother in childhood, which is shallow enough to cover with makeup. Also did ichiban providers never mention his mother's name, and if they did why wouldn't it ever come up in passive conversation between Arakawa and ichiban? 185 cm (6 1)[a] Patriarch of the Arakawa FamilyCaptain of the Omi Alliance )Ichiban Kasuga (son, former subordinate)Masato Arakawa (adoptive son)Hikawa (former patriarch)Mitsuo Yasumura (subordinate)Reiji Ishioda (subordinate)Yosuke Tendo (subordinate)Masaru Watase (ally)Daigo Dojima (ally)Goro Majima (ally)Taiga Saejima (ally)Ryuhei Hoshino (acquaintance)Tora (former co-star) Character skills unlocked from other jobs will still be usable. During a visit to the former Omi chairman's grave, Kasuga sees and calls out to him, but he feigns ignorance to avoid blowing his cover. It puts the pain of shooting Kasuga and the importance of the counterfeit bill into proper perspective, and the finality of Arakawa's life, of being able to finally look at his own son, not as. Having turned over to the Omi Alliance, he is now a direct patriarch under the Omi banner. You get a lot more out more human elements out of him. Tendo anticipated an attempt on Masumi's life by Reiji Ishioda and intercepts him. Within the series, Ichiban is originally a low-ranking member of the Arakawa Family, a subsidiary yakuza family of the Kanto-based Tojo Clan. He tells Kasuga that Arakawa will need allies shortly. Also in 2017, the newly-elected Tokyo governor Aoki pressures the Arakawa Family into leaking Tojo Clan intel in order to dismantle it using the Kamurocho 3K Plan, threatening to use the anti-yakuza laws to arrest him if he did not comply. 23-41 (The Legend of Ichiban Kasuga: Part 1). Aoki escapes, leading him and Ichiban to the lockers where they were put as babies. Japanese Boosts all allies' criticality rate by up to 12%. [6], Auditions of the character started early in development to appreciate him sooner. However, he has a strong sense of justice and is always willing to help out anyone in need. Kiichi NakaiWPTaishi MurataWP (teen) [5] His background of being born and raised in one of Japan's "grey zones" was set from the start. Japanese After Ichiban beats Sawashiro in a fight, the latter reveals that he didn't kill Arakawa because he feels like he has a life debt to him. Y:LAD [20] Michael Higham from GameSpot praised Ichiban as an endearing lead character who is immediately loveable and helps gives the franchise "a fresh start". Like many of the gangsters in Yakuza, Ichiban has a prominent back tattoo. Ichiban identifies Arakawa, and while he did shoot Ichi and probably doesn't like him anymore he's still the kind of man Ichiban aspires to be. Also Known As Ichiban Kasuga exclusive job. Cost decreases with each level. Kasuga asked him why he would go to such lengths for someone he didn't even know, to which Arakawa responded, "Maybe I just wanted to look cool in front of a kid who knew who I was.". In 1976, Masumi decided to settle down with Akane after she told him she was pregnant, but could not think of a way to bring up the subject to his patriarch. Privacy Policy. He is an antagonist in The Legend of Ichiban Kasuga in Ryu Ga Gotoku Online. Overview Y:LAD The "ultimate example of not living up to your name," who'd get the ass-end of life despite the name Ichiban and live it to the fullest like he doesn't see the ironythat's the thinking behind it. At the funeral, Daigo offers Ichiban a job at a security company. Date of Birth [18] Eurogamer describes him as a kind character due to how Ichiban aims to become a hero regardless of not being as intelligent as other Yakuza main characters. Espaol - Latinoamrica (Spanish - Latin America). The tattoo represents the strength and perseverance of the koi as it struggles upstream, as well as a greater destiny that lies ahead, as the koi has not fully finished its transformation into a dragon. Although Black cards are normally upgraded versions of existing cards, SSR Masumi Arakawa (Black) is the first and only Black card to serve as a character's "debut" card. Physical His personal skills revolve around healing for his allies and himself. . One of Like a Dragon's main characters is Saeko Mukoda, a mama at a hostess bar who joins Ichiban's party. After sighting a picture of Ryo Aoki, the upstart Governor of Tokyo and co-founder of Bleach Japan, Ichiban recognizes him as an actual living Masato Arakawa. Kasuga is also a huge fan of Dragon Quest, a video game he loved to play ever since his youth. Following his defeat, Sawashiro informs Ichiban that Arakawa's son was switched for his own son as an infant, and implies that Arakawa may have been Ichiban's birth father all along. x Ryu Ga Gotoku Online) These traits have made him an infectiously charismatic person that never fails to inspire admiration from the people around him.
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