Udou, Jine

Summary

Also known as Udou Jin-e, Kurogasa served as a hitokiri during the Revolution, with evidence suggesting he continued his killing spree long after the conflict ended. He targeted high-ranking Imperialist officials within the Meiji government, leading some to speculate he fought for the Tokugawa shogunate, although he claimed membership in the Shinsengumi. His insatiable bloodlust even drove him to murder members of his own squad. Visually, he is distinguished by a long scarf, straw hat, and kimono. He possesses the unique ability to project his swordsman's spirit to hypnotize others through his eyes, a technique called Shin no Ippo, which can also be used to enhance his own capabilities. Kurogasa becomes obsessed with defeating the legendary Hitokiri Battousai, Himura Kenshin, after encountering him during an attempted assassination of government official Mr. Tani. He departs with the assertion that he will not fight Kenshin unless the latter is willing to use his full power. The following day, Kurogasa kidnaps Kamiya Kaoru to force Kenshin to resume his role as a hitokiri. Kenshin tracks him to a forest for a second duel. Although Kenshin refuses to kill, Kurogasa overpowers him. When Kenshin continues to hold back, Kurogasa uses Shin no Ippo to paralyze Kaoru, preventing her from breathing, which prompts the battle to resume. Kenshin eventually succumbs to anger, transforming back into Hitokiri Battosai, and overwhelms Kurogasa, breaking his arm. As Kenshin prepares to deliver the killing blow, Kurogasa watches with glee, but Kaoru’s pleas release Kenshin from his Battousai state. Kenshin frees Kaoru, and Kurogasa picks up his sword with his remaining hand, stabbing himself in the heart.

Anime Appearances

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Rurouni Kenshin

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Rurouni Kenshin

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Samurai X: Reflection

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Rurouni Kenshin: Special Techniques

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Rurouni Kenshin: Review Special

Appearances · Manga

Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Swordsman Romantic Story