Kopi Puppets

Kopi Puppets are Inyōuroushi-Gumi creations made by Captain Yu. They are humanoid puppets powered by advanced technology and artificial mana lobes, making their head their main weak point. The artificial mana lobes are all replications of actual mages that Yu caught or killed. She aimed to make puppets that were not mindless beings so she also copied the neural patterns of them as well. Due to this, puppets can sometimes recall events of their “previous” life and unconsciously keep some old habits. It is always suggested to the Inyōuroushi-Gumi members should avoid resurfacing those memories of the puppets to ensure their “usefulness.”

Each type of Kopi puppet has its specialty and role but they are all created to serve the Inyōuroushi-Gumi. They are all installed with a self-destruct bomb in their head that will trigger if the puppet jeopardizes the secrecy of the Inyōuroushi-Gumi. Positions of ranked officers or higher are authorized to order or decommission them as they see fit.

## List of Known Models

### Fukuro

Gender: Female

Height: 175 cm (5’9”)

Fukuro have lightweight frames and are not suited for combat. Their usefulness comes from them not being expensive to produce. Fukuro units are best for distant facilities where supplies are limited and domestic tasks such as cooking, cleaning, or nursing. They are also the ones who make the uniforms for the organization. There are always a couple of Fukuro stationed at each Inyōuroushi-Gumi base to do those simple tasks. They are highly sociable and get along well with other Copi puppet models. Fukuro likes to form large social groups and enjoys singing and dancing. They like to give nicknames to each other in their group. Their neural pattern may have come from a ballet dancer.

### Hachidori

Gender: Female

Height: 152 cm (5’0”)

The Hachidori models are considered to be the best at reinforcement magic to boost Inyōuroushi-Gumi members' and other puppets’ abilities. They can also telepathically communicate among themselves instantly which is why it is common for them to be selected on missions where communication devices may not work. They are the closest recreation to a true ‘hive mind.’ They should be treated with great care because it is easy for them to become unstable and susceptible to the influence of others.

Hachidori always subconsciously create an emotional feedback loop to imitate the emotions around them. They constantly exchange memories and emotions with each other which can serve as a “safety net” that buffers extreme changes. However, if most Hachidori become unstable, it will drag the remaining stable units with them. It is recommended to instantly decommission any Hachidori when they start to degrade to avoid the other units being affected.

### Hato

Gender: Female

Height: 185 cm (6’1”)

One of the earlier designs. They are strong and heavy which makes them best for construction and repair. They are usually quiet but judgemental to anyone rude and harsh and share it with the rest of the Hato units. They construct their service tunnels, often under floors or in walls, that are accessible only to them. They are designed to have dark visions to make it easier for them to navigate through the tunnels without flashlights. When Hato gets upset, they usually hide in the service tunnels. They get along best with Fukuro units, who are always patient and friendly.

### Hayabusa

Gender: Female

Height: 250 cm (8’2”)

The most powerful model among the Kopi puppets serves as the commander of the puppets. Due to the high-quality materials used in their production, there are fewer of them compared to other models. Their strength is comparable to a high-ranked officer and they can manipulate objects from a distance and move quickly with shukuchi. They usually fight by throwing spears at their targets and their throws are strong enough to pierce through skulls. Even if they miss their target, they can try again by having the spear return to their hand.

### Kasasagi

Gender: Female

Height: 178 cm (5’10”)

The Kasasagi unit is a versatile combat engineer model. Their knowledge of technology and combat capabilities make them true survivalists. These models are made to be resistant to bullets, especially their chest and forearms. They are best for tasks with long-term isolation conditions because they have stable neural patterns due to their stoic and reserved personality. Kasasagi should interact with people as little as possible to maintain their stability and it is recommended to not even befriend them.

### Kounotori

Gender: Female

Height: 240 cm (7’10”)

They are one of the tallest models thanks to their extended legs. Their height allows them to have a birds-eye view of any situation makes it easier for them to coordinate with others. Their tough, no-nonsense demeanor can be seen as them being cruel and brutal but it also makes them perfect as unwavering sentinels of orders. They are usually dispatched to guard the bases as security guards. Kounotori units have short tempers so it is important to train them in patience early on to avoid them from becoming too violent. Pairing them up with older Mukudori may help with their patience. Giving them books on mythology and history along with bathing can stabilize their persona.

### Mukudori

Gender: Female

Height: 220 cm (7’2”)

Even with their heavy armor, they can move swiftly. Their cool and detached demeanors allow them to analyze situations objectively. They are trained in close combat and use magic that can do crowd control. Mukudori does best in small squads when a Mukudori leads. They are seen as laidback but they have a strong internal hierarchy. It is important for officers to pick the respected unit to be the squad leader or else it will lead to friction among themselves. Giving them military weapons helps stabilize their persona.

### Uguisu

Gender: Female

Height: 260 cm (8’6”)

Uguisu’s high-security power armor bodies make them best suitable for dealing with dangerous cargo, heavy machinery, and hazardous environments. No matter how lethal the environment is, they can keep their calm demeanors and still be able to work well with others. Despite their hulking bodies, their persona is not suitable for combat but they are perfect for rescue missions. Their neural pattern is always stable and it is easy to make them happy. They get along well with other Kopi models thanks to their motherly personality.

### Washi

Gender: Male

Height: 175 cm (5’9”)

The Washi serves as a direct counterpart to the Hayabusa models and they are responsible for making sure each of the puppets does their respective job. They are also in charge of getting rid of any puppets that deserted their role. They work best by themselves and do not get along with others however they are heavily dependent on the Hayabusa models, especially from an emotional standpoint.