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El Dorado

**El Dorado** (エルドラド, , *Eru Dorado*?) is the keyword that Sword and Sophie are searching for, and it is the setting of the latter half of the series, the research city. In Russell City and on the internet, there are rumors that El Dorado is an ideal paradise or heaven where one can find happiness. Despite being located somewhere far west, seemingly at the edge of the world, beyond Russell City, which is boasted by the global network company Gal Eden, El Dorado enjoys the benefits of advanced technology to an unbelievable extent. However, in reality, it serves as the central hub of a conspiracy being orchestrated in Russell City, where Horrors utilize their unique network system called **El Donet System** (エルドネットシステム, , *Eru Donetto Shisutemu*?) to build their own ideal paradise. Furthermore, within El Dorado, regular internet connections are not available, and one needs to access El Donet from their own device. The majority of people residing in El Dorado have turned into Horrors, and those who arrive here are destined to live for the sake of Horrors and ultimately die for them.
Rago

**Makai Beast Rago** (魔戒獣 羅号らごう, , *Makaijū Ragō*?) is a Makai Beast used by Burai. It looks like a four-legged beast. It usually hides in Burai's cloak, and acts like a horse that pulls the ball-shaped vehicle that Burai rides during reconnaissance. Two types have been confirmed: the red one of Burai, and the blue one that was Ryuga's partner during his training days.

In episode 16, Rian is also taught the technique of manipulating Rago from Burai, but Rago does not seem to recognize her as its master yet.
Madou Bell

**Madou Bell** (魔導ベル, , *Madō Beru*?) is a bell-shaped Madou Tool carried by the Makai Knights and Makai Priests in *GARO: Honoo no Kokuin*.

## Functionality

Madou Bell is commonly used to detect Horrors by holding it in front of the target and ringing it. The vibrations from the ring pinpoint a Horror's location in a crowded area, causing the eyes of the detected human host to glow red, sometimes forcing it to assume its true form.

In the movie, as in the TV series, Madou Characters also can appear in the eyes of the detected person.
Rougenryu

**Rougenryu** (狼幻竜, , *Rōgenryū*?, lit. "Wolf Phantom Dragon") is the main body of Silva in Makai. The Horror consisting of three parts of the same kind centered on a shining sphere, which can be rearranged to show various forms. In *CR ZERO*, a fierce battle unfolds with Zero, who has become Tsubasabito Zero.

Rougenryu in *CR ZERO*.Rougenryu designed by Keita Amemiya.
Chapter of Rekka

**Chapter of Rekka** (烈火の章, , *Rekka no Shō*?, lit. "Chapter of Fiery Flames") is the third chapter in *Hagane no Houkou* side story.

## Story

An invincible metal finally obtained by humankind. However, it was not enough to compete with the Demon Beast. The metal had a mysterious property that responded to the spirit of the handler. Don't be afraid. Don't be angry. What is needed is a strong ambition.

A giant Demon Beast that I have never seen before appeared. Until yesterday, I would have been scared. But now it's different. This is because there is a technique to defeat the Demon Beast = Soul Metal. Everyone thought so. Only a few seconds later, a spectacle that regrets that negligent heart spreads. There was no time for a knight in wolf armor to look dominant. A warrior of 100 battles is driven to the brink of death.

At that moment, a pillar of flame that blows up. A mysterious man, Honoobito, who has been shunned by people, fills his palm with flames. He has straight eyes, staring at the Demon Beast and the knight. The glitter of the flame reflected on the lead-colored armor and was dyed golden. In addition, the Demon Beast is scattered with a single blow. The knight returns to me. The golden flame reminded me of courage and aspirations. Power is applied to the shining whole body. I'm not afraid anymore, I'm not angry anymore.

"This is said to be the beginning of the later Rekka Ensou."

The old man was worried whether the boy could understand.

"Well, the flames aren't strong."

"What do you say?"

"Because of the knight's strong feelings and the companions who helped him, did he win?"

"Did you understand..."

The old man squints his eyes and nods.

"Become a good knight and defeat the Horrors with your friends."

The heart of a boy who was growing up before he knew it. The old man fell into the illusion that he was repeating what he had seen one day. For some reason he remembered the Master's childhood.
Karune Ryuzaki

**Karune Ryuzaki** (龍崎 駈音リュウザキ カルネ, , *Ryūzaki Karune*?) is a well-known figure who serves as the psychological counselor at the clinic that Kaoru is close to, frequently appearing on television and in magazines. He is a trusted confidant for Kaoru, and he also cares about her well-being. Kaoru is employed under the pretext of a part-time job for data collection and serves as his monitor. Kaoru is given money as a subject of research.

His true identity is the temporary form of Barago, whose face has been altered using the Elixir of Transformation he stole from Douji (in order to escape from the Curse Seal of "Death" and erase the mark).

Originally, he was a detective named **Ryuzaki** (龍崎, ***Ryuzaki***?) who was Kouga's partner. He was originally a good person, but in the end, he fell into darkness and became Kiba. Within his electronic mobile device, resembling a police notebook, he had an icon of a wolf that should never be pressed. This icon was to be pressed when encountering an otherworldly phenomenon or an insurmountable force that couldn't be dealt with. However, any detective who pressed it immediately faced disciplinary dismissal. In the case of Ryuzaki, who encountered Horrors, pressing it would summon Kouga, who normally slept, to come and defeat the threat.

## Behind the scenes

### Portrayal

Karune Ryuzaki was portrayed by Masaki Kyomoto (京本 政樹, , *Kyōmoto Masaki*?).

## References

1. ↑ Pia <Pia MOOK>. (2015). "GARO Pia 10th Anniversary Book". pp. 42-47, "GARO All Series Playback *GARO*". ISBN 978-4-8356-2543-0.
2. ↑ Pia <Pia MOOK>. (2015). "GARO Pia 10th Anniversary Book". pp. 88-89, "Interview with Keita Amemiya". ISBN 978-4-8356-2543-0.
Gorugoru Troops

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**Gorugoru Troops** (ゴルゴル兵, , *Gorugoru-hei*?) is one of Judam's servant. It looks like a giant skull with limbs, and both eyes are shaped like a skull. Similar to Futamimi and Tongari, there are multiple identical individuals, and by separating the armor, the maneuverability and attack patterns are increased. It plays the role of Judam's guard, and uses the sword on the left arms and the iron ball with thorns as weapons.

## Appearances in Other Media

### *CR GARO FINAL*

Gorugoru Troops and **Gorugoru Army** (ゴルゴル大兵団, , *Gorugoru Daiheidan*?) appear in the pachinko game *CR GARO FINAL*.

Gorugoru TroopsGorugoru Army

## Behind the Scenes

### Design Art

Gorugoru Troops' design, by Keita Amemiya.
## References

1. ↑ PIA <PIA MOOK>. (2015). "GARO PIA 10th Anniversary Book". pp. 58, "GARO All Series Playback *GARO -Soukoku no Maryu-*". ISBN 978-4-8356-2543-0.
Nobuyoshi Tagajo

**Nobuyoshi Tagajo** (多賀城 信義, , *Tagajō Nobuyoshi*?) is a middle-aged Makai Knight with a wife and two sons. He urged the quarreling Makai Knights, who were in conflict over returning their armors, to lay down their swords. He usually instructs his own children in swordsmanship. During a moment of hazy consciousness caused by the Mark of Destruction, Tagajo was encouraged by Kouga to hold a pendant containing a photograph of his family. He joined the battle as a supporter to Kouga and the others fighting against Gyanon, summoning his armor (Hagane) as one of the many Makai Knights.

## Behind the scenes

### Portrayal

Nobuyoshi Tagajo was portrayed by Yoji Tanaka (田中 要次, , *Tanaka Yōji*?).
Armor Man

**Armor Man** (鎧男, , *Yoroi Otoko*?) is a mechanical gatekeepers of the Black Train. It has a role of searching for individuals without tickets and do not hesitate to use force against those who resist, as it is strongly "dislike special rules". Multiple Armor Man exist, and even if one is defeated, a new unit appears immediately.

## Behind the scenes

### Trivia

* Armor Man's image is that of mechanical security guards, similar to Guardians. Instead of resembling traditional armor, its design focuses on creating a beautiful silhouette from the lines of its clothing.

## References

1. ↑ Hobby Japan. (2020). "Uchusen vol.168 Special Appendix Uchusen YEARBOOK 2020 (SPRING 2020)". pp. 30-31, "GARO: Gekkou no Tabibito". ISBN 978-4-7986-2182-1.
2. ↑ World Photo Press. (2019). "Figure King" No.259. pp. 58-59, "Keita Amemiya Design Picture Book <Gekkou no Tabibito> Edition". ISBN 978-4-8465-3205-5.
Агнесс раскрыла тайну голосования за мобов

Превью видео

**Агнесс раскрыла тайну голосования за мобов** — видео, выпущенное 2 октября 2020 года на канале Скрынник Дмитрий. Это видео посвящено новому видео Mojang относительно голосования за выбор моба.

## Аннотация

Новые подробности в голосовании за мобов! Теперь источником слива информации стала гражданочка Агнесс!
Shiroku

**Masked Man Shiroku** (仮面の男・白孔しろく, , *Kamen no Otoko - Shiroku*?, lit. "White Hole") is a mysterious swordsman wearing a white mask who suddenly appeared before Raiga and Mayuri. He manipulated Mayuri and made her board the Black Train before disappearing. Inside the train, he relentlessly pursued Raiga with his sword, mentally tormenting him. However, Raiga fought back and managed to strike him once, causing him to retreat.

His true identity is the vessel of Barago's Jaki, which was defeated by Garo in the past. In order to facilitate Barago's resurrection, he took over the body of a Makai Knight who had once saved people in the past and ultimately became the Gate.

## Behind the scenes

### Portrayal

Shiroku was portrayed by Satoshi Matsuda (松田 悟志, , *Matsuda Satoshi*?).

### Trivia

* The name "Shiroku" is derived from the first two kanji of "**Shiroku**jaku" (白孔雀, *"**Shiroku**jaku"*?), which means "White Peacock". From there, it took the form of a mask that resembles the feathers of a bird.
* Initially, it was envisioned as a presence that controlled the corpse of the Makai Knights with Jaki, but without deliberately portraying a demonic or malevolent feel. Instead, it was presented with an elegant atmosphere.
* In order to avoid revealing his human face, he wore a mask, and initially, there were no plans to show his face. However, when Matsuda, the actor portraying Shiroku, expressed a desire to act even without showing his face, the storyline was adjusted to include a development where his face is shown at some point.
* Two masks were created, one for close-up shots and another for action scenes. However, during the filming, only the mask designed for close-up shots was used.

## References

1. ↑ Hobby Japan. (2020). "Uchusen" vol.168 Special Appendix (SPRING 2020). pp. 30-31, "GARO: Gekkou no Tabibito". ISBN 978-4-7986-2182-1.
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 World Photo Press. (2019). "Figure King" No.259. pp. 58-59, "Keita Amemiya Design Picture Book <Gekkou no Tabibito> Edition". ISBN 978-4-8465-3205-5.
3. ↑ Pia <Pia MOOK>. (2019). "GARO Pia -HISTORY BOOK-". pp. 22-23, "Interview with Satoshi Matsuda". ISBN 978-4-8356-4090-7.
Douma

**Priest Douma** (道摩法師どうま ほうし, , *Dōma Hōshi*?) is a mysterious old priest who lives in a hut in Shijogawara. He carries a black dice with a skull engraved on it. He often acts in conjunction with Ashiya Douman.

His true identity is "the former Ashiya Douman", who had a rivalry with Abe no Haruaki in a battle of sorcery. He know the true name of Raikou, who is also referred to as the "Cursed Child" just like Douman.

There is a fateful connection with Seimei as well. After she left Abe's house at a young age, he reached out to her and bestowed upon her the name "Seimei", guiding her in her training as Makai Priest. As she grew, their relationship also developed into a physical one. Due to her exceptional ability to wield both light and dark powers, there are expectations regarding which path she will lean towards. In addition, he picked up Ashiya Douman, who was abandoned by the Fujiwara family, and taught him the art of manipulating darkness as his disciple. After growing up, Priest Douma repeatedly intervenes to restrain Ashiya Douman's excessive actions.

They plot to revive the sealed Horror Rudra, imprisoned within the Crimson Moon, with the intention of destroying the capital city. However, as the revival of Rudra drew near, Priest Douma grew concerned about Douman's intentions of assimilating Rudra and gaining immense darkness. He attempted to restrain him, recognizing the danger he posed. Unfortunately, he could not fully comprehend the overwhelming darkness within his heart, and he ended up being killed.

## Behind the scenes

### Portrayal

The voice actor of Priest Douma is Takaya Hashi (土師 孝也, , *Hashi Takaya*?).
Rikka

**Rikka** (莉峽, ***Rikka***?) is the Makai Priest and the father of Rian. He suffered a fatal wound during the attack of the transformed Sonshi and entrusted Rian to Burai before passing away. The hair clip that Rian wears is a memento of Rikka.

## Behind the scenes

### Portrayal

Rikka was portrayed by Ryuki Nishimoto (西本 竜樹, , *Nishimoto Ryūki*?).
Lates

**Lates** (ラテス, , *Ratesu*?) is the Makai Priest assigned to the Senate. He holds a high position within the Senate, but due to his arrogant and sarcastic personality, there are quite a few people who dislike him. During the "Ceremony of Handing Over the Pelts of Spirit Beast to the Makai Priest of an Underworld", he faces interference from Sigma. However, afterwards, he resonates with Sigma's ideology and incites other Makai Priests to join the Anti-Knight faction.

Lates stole the Spirit Beast's pelts from the Senate to control Gyanon, evading the pursuit of Kouga with his Goryuto allies, and the metallic spherical Goryu. He handed over the Spirit Beast's pelts to the "Man with the Red Mask", who supported him, showing the Madou Brushes of the Makai Priests who agreed. However, due to his arrogance, he misunderstood his position and was fatally stabbed from behind by the "Man with the Red Mask", considering him an unnecessary presence, just like a knights. The key to the Madou Train that he had was stolen.

## Behind the scenes

### Portrayal

Lates was portrayed by Houka Kinoshita (木下 ほうか, , *Kinoshita Hōka*?).
Demon Compass

**Demon Compass** (魔針盤, , *Mashinban*?, lit. "Demon Needle Board") is one of the Madou Tools used by Makai Priests. It consists of a board filled with water, and by performing certain actions with a Madou Brush, they can sense the positions of Horrors and display them in space. It is essentially like a radar, allowing them to detect the presence of Horrors.
Beast Form Garm

**Beast Form Garm** (獣化ジュウカガルム, , *Jūka Garumu*?) is the combat form where Garm unleashes her true power, obtained through Mesia. Similar to a Makai Knight, she generates a ring of light to undergo transformation. In addition to her already formidable hand-to-hand combat skills, she wields a hoop-like weapon that transforms from the sun-like ornament on her back. Her abilities are so formidable that even Zero is unable to match her.

## Behind the scenes

### Portrayal

Beast Form Garm's suit actress is Mina Yashiro (八代 峯奈, , *Yashiro Mina*?).
The Legend of Golden Wolf

**The Legend of Golden Wolf** (金狼の伝説, , *Kinrō no Densetsu*?): There is a legend about the Horror's Claw. There was a person who bravely confronted the Demon Beast that people could not fight against and tore off its arm. It's a golden wolf, not a human. Is it a member of the Demon Beast, or is it a messenger of God? Since then, no one has seen the golden wolf. This is just a rumor and has no proof of reality. However, this legend is the true intentions of the people behind the armor of Garo.
Sedinvale

**Sedinvale** (セディンベイル, , *Sedinbeiru*?) is a text-based Horror with deep knowledge about the Makai. It has a body resembling a mass of Makai Characters that can split and divide freely. Unless the core characters are sealed by piercing them, it can regenerate through the surrounding characters, making it immune to attacks.

To prevent being defeated and have its knowledge borrowed by Makai Priests, Sedinvale were sealed within a Madou Book. However, Sigma managed to decode the ancient Makai Characters inscribed on a stone tablet that even Zaruba and others couldn't decipher. Sigma stole the book to unlock Sedinvale's seal and access the knowledge within.

After being unsealed, Sedinvale fought against Kouga, who was searching for signs of Horrors. Despite manipulating Kouga with its fragmented body, causing him pain from the inscriptions, it was ultimately defeated. However, it managed to escape the scene with the help of Rekka, who came to aid Kouga as a substitute for the slain knight, and pursued Sedinvale. Afterward, Sedinvale possessed a woman and, following Sigma's orders, targeted Kaoru, the beloved of Kouga. However, it was thwarted by Kouga and Rekka and sealed once again within the Madou Book.

Sedinvale's full body.Sedinvale sealed in Madou Book.
## Behind the scenes

### Concept Art

Madou Characters at Sedinvale's body.Sedinvale's head.
Zaruba/Vanishing Line

**Zaruba** (ザルバ, ***Zaruba***?) is the Madou Ring, Sword's partner. He refers to himself in the first person as "Ore-sama" (俺様, *"Ore-sama"*?) (a pompous way of saying "I") and speaks in a haughty manner. Sword mentions that he "talks a lot, but is somewhat useful." Zaruba also serves as the activation key for the Makai Wheels.

Sword dislikes the idea of putting women on his motorcycle seat because it makes it smell like cosmetics. However, when it comes to Sophie, Zaruba sometimes provides assistance and rushes to her aid when she's in danger, making exceptions.

During the journey to Eldorado, Zaruba sacrificed himself in a kamikaze attack to protect Sword and Sophie, resulting in severe damage. His determination was inherited by Garo's armor, strengthening it. Afterward, Zaruba himself gained a new body through Gina's guidance and returned.

## Behind the scenes

### Portrayal

Zaruba's voice was provided by Hironobu Kageyama (影山 ヒロノブ, , *Kageyama Hironobu*?).
Goruba

**Madou Tool Goruba** (魔導具ゴルバ, , *Madōgu Goruba*?) is a Madou Tool that is Tsubasa Yamagatana's partner. He has a bracelet-shaped design that imitates a dragon and is worn on the left wrist. He gives precise instructions to Tsubasa in a voice that resembles that of an elderly human. Because he speaks like that, Zaruba calls him a "reckless old man", but it is doubtful whether he is really an old man or whether he have such a concept in the first place. He was possessed by Legules and temporarily fell unconscious. Goruba means "law" in the old Makai language.

## Other appearances

### Makai Retsuden

Goruba provides support by teaching Tsubasa the rules of the city while he remains oblivious. However, when a girl from the bar approached for inquiries and accidentally touched Tsubasa's chest while they were linking arms, Goruba became visibly excited.

## Behind the scenes

### Portrayal

Goruba's voice was provided by Kenichi Ogata (緒方 賢一, , *Ogata Ken'ichi*?).

## Notes

* In the collector's edition and extended version of *Byakuya no Majuu*, as well as in the novel *Youseki no Wana*, it is written that Goruba was safe after the battle against Legules.
Aguri Kusugami

Kusugami Aguri, a young man who transforms into Celestial Bow Knight Gai to battle.
As the scion of the renowned Kusugami family of Magic Knights, he bears the weight of his family's prestigious name, which has led him to develop a consistently calm and composed personality. He dislikes actions and words that do not conform to reason or logic. He is a cerebral type and excels at devising meticulous strategies, often working with Rian to set traps and utilize his extensive knowledge in planning elaborate schemes. As a result, initially, he adopted a condescending attitude towards Ryuga, who behaved in a careless manner, and Garo, who had lost his golden brilliance and was inexperienced. His awareness of his role as a protector was also rather weak. He is extremely confident but has a vulnerable side where his pride can be easily shattered once compromised. During battles against Magic Horrors, his inner weaknesses and vulnerabilities became apparent when his own bow proved ineffective. At one point, he attempted to flee from Bol City, but witnessing the atrocities committed by Magic Horrors that tampered with the souls of innocent people and experiencing cooperation with Ryuga, he developed a strong sense of self-awareness as a Magic Knight. Afterward, he embraced the attitude he learned from his comrades, leading to significant changes in his combat style and behavior. Even in the 11th episode before their reconciliation, he showed concern for Ryuga, who shared a similar struggle.

As the successor of the quick-draw expert Kusugami, he excels in the Kusugami-style archery. He is skilled in using the split magic bow as if it were a sword, making him proficient in close combat as well. This makes him a unique Magic Knight with a versatile style effective in both long-range and close-range combat. Furthermore, after his bow was destroyed, he intentionally honed his skills to use it in a nunchaku-like manner, making the most of its unique properties.

In the 22nd episode, he received a Soul Metal arrowhead engraved with the Kusugami family crest from Fueki as a symbol of protecting the honor of the Kusugami family.

After the battle in Bol City in the 24th episode, he received orders from the Watchdog Division to go to the Senate but chose to stay in Bol City to protect the ruins.

## Behind the scenes

### Trivia

* He's not portrayed as a stereotypical elite but rather as a realistic portrayal of an elite character who follows Amemiya's style within a 2-3 meter radius. They include episodes and dialogue that are true to life. He isn't just an ordinary elite with a privileged upbringing; his noble heritage is portrayed in his character to reflect his role, drawing inspiration from the world of traditional performing arts and kabuki actors.
* Based on the character's setting as "a well-bred young man" and "a knight with glasses," they designed his costume and dressed him in chaps, which is a preference of the designer Hideki Sato.
VR Glass

**VR Glass** (VRバーサスロードグラス, , *VR [Bāsasu Rōdo] Gurasu*?) is a virtual reality headset that allows chosen players to enter the virtual world of GARO: VERSUS ROAD. Players experience the game world as if it were reality, with sensations such as pain and fatigue feeling real. A player's physical abilities are slightly enhanced within the game, though the resident Horrors are still too much for a player to take on in a fight. Once logged into the game, a player must win a round in order to exit and return to reality. Dying within the game world or attempting to exit prematurely will kill the player, their body in the real world dissolving to ash. The headsets are initially distributed to 100 men chosen by Shousetsu Hagiri and Azami Kadou and absorb the players' inner darkness in order to "feed" the Garo armor. Shuka, a virtual intelligence that manifests as a young human woman, acts as the game's guide. Later, it is revealed that the virtual world is actually the Demon World.
Raigou

**Raigou** (雷剛ライゴウ, , *Raigō*?) is a Madou Horse summoned by Kiba. Appears only in *KIBA: Ankoku Kishi Gaiden*. It has almost the same ability as Gouten and Ginga, but it has a jet-black giant body with peacock tail feathers and five horns on the top of its head. The sound of Raigou's hooves powers up the Kokuenken into a giant Enma Zankouken, allows Kiba to cut down a giant Horror or a Horror with hard armor (even the armor of the Makai Knight) with a single slash.

In addition, it is a Madou Horse of a Makai Beast that can only be summoned by the Makai Knight who can overcome a special test given by sealing 100 Horrors. There is no setting that Barago has overcome the ordeal yet, and it is uncertain whether it can be summoned in Jinkai because it only appears in the Shin Makai, which can be said to be the inner Makai of Barago.

## References

1. ↑ Shown in pachinko *CR Makai Kessen Gaoh*, this gimmick can also turn Ankokuzan into a giant form, used when facing Kokuryu (along with Yaiba).
Horror/Versus Road

**Horror** (ホラー, , *Horā*?) is a monstrous beings that reside in the Makai. They are the Prime Horrors in the traditional *GARO* series. However, they are controlled by Madou Tool, and their bodies are covered in armor-like metal control devices that emit occasional flashes of light. They have a mechanical appearance with visor-like features around their eyes. They roam the VERSUS ROAD stage, constantly targeting Knights. Their actions and abilities seem to be under Azami's control, and they are usually in a heavily suppressed state (if Azami were to release their abilities, they would likely have enough combat power to easily defeat all the Knights). Additionally, like in previous installments, they can possess humans and transform. Shori was almost possessed (as mentioned earlier, he detonated himself before the possession was complete and vanished in the real world).

## Trivia

* They were designed with 100% armor coverage and underwent extensive work to refine the design while reducing the amount of information on the armor until it received approval from the design department. Geometric patterns of metal plates are incorporated into the design of the Prime Horrors.

## References

1. ↑ World Photo Press. (2020). "Figure King" No.267. pp. 70-73, "A New Story of *GARO* that Unfolds in Virtual Realm! *GARO: Versus Road* ~World of Design~". ISBN 978-4-8465-3222-2.
Zuformer

**Zuformer** (ズフォーマー, , *Zufōmā*?) is the Horror with a dragon-like appearance, also known as **Retsuku Horror** (烈空ホラー, , *Retsukū Horā*?, lit. "Raging Sky Horror"). Hidden in a sea of clouds, where strange rocks stood side by side, it seemed that they only appeared at specific times and places when certain conditions were met. Furthermore, its movements were extremely swift and difficult to perceive. Kouga, relying on a new Madou Tool created by Leo, was forced to wait for its appearance while sensing its movements. In the end, Zuformer appeared right in front of Kouga and was slashed.
Jaaku

**Jaaku** (ジャアク, ***Jaaku***?) is a special ability in which Sigma Fudo manipulates the blood of Horror to absorbs the radiance of the Makai Knight's armor from his red left arm and creates a black armor similar to the opponent's armor. This technique was used in a battle against Garo and also when Leo attempted to pass on his armor. The copied armor possesses equal strength to the opponent's, but its true nature is tied to the opponent's armor, so if the opponent removes their armor, it will also be undone.

## Trivia

* In "GARO Pia", it is written as **Jaaku Garo** (ジャアク ガロ, ***Jaaku Garo***?).
* Additionally, there are scenes with the words "Garo" (呀狼, *"Garo"*?) and "Evil" (邪悪, , *Jaaku*?) floating in the background when copying Garo's armor.

## References

1. ↑ Pia MOOK. (2015). "GARO Pia 10th Anniversary Book". pp. 52-57, "GARO Complete Series Playback GARO: Makai Senki". ISBN 978-4-8356-2543-0.
Jilva

**Jilva** (ジルヴァ, , *Jiruvua*?) is a Madou Tool in the shape of a bracelet worn by German Luis. It has a quaint, old-fashioned feminine tone. It only speaks when it truly feels necessary, so it had remained silent for a long time.

In *XXI: KNIGHTS*, Jilba falls into Leon's hands and conveys German's true intentions to Leon and the others. After the final battle with Mendoza, it is entrusted to Himena and continues to watch over Roberto, who Himena has conceived.

## Behind the scenes

### Portrayal

Jilva's voiced was provided by Aya Endo (遠藤 綾, , *Endō Aya*?).
Itsumaden

**Itsumaden** (以津真天イツマデン, ***Itsumaden***?) emerging as a legendary Horror with a history shrouded in the annihilation of Nanto and the subsequent forced relocation by the Emperor of the time. This colossal entity, akin to a giant dragon, was sealed away by the efforts of skilled Makai Priests, only to be released from its imprisonment by the hands of Douman Ashiya.

Known for its affinity towards plagues, Itsumaden manifests its dark power by possessing the mother of a young boy named **Gobee** (ごべえ, ***Gobee***?). This unfortunate woman, already afflicted by illness, becomes a vessel for Itsumaden, drawing strength from her intense attachment to life. Prior to this possession, Itsumaden was said to appear as a red, fiery shape hovering in the sky, a sight so dreadful that witnesses would succumb to fatal hemorrhaging and searing pain in their throats.

Ultimately, before achieving its complete form, Itsumaden meets its demise at the hands of the valiant Makai Knight, Raikou. The relentless pursuit of justice prevails as the legendary Horror is vanquished, putting an end to its malevolent reign and safeguarding the realm from its ominous presence.

## Appearances

* *GARO: Guren no Tsuki*
	+ Episode 6: *Subjugating Demons*
GARO: Crimson Moon

A second anime series titled **GARO: Crimson Moon** (Japanese: 牙狼〈GARO〉-紅蓮ノ月-, Hepburn: *GARO -Guren no Tsuki-*) premiered in October 2015. This second series, which had a premiere event at the 88th Comiket, features character designs from Masakazu Katsura.

## Plot

*GARO: Crimson Moon* is set in Japan during the Heian period, and features fictionalized versions of many Japanese historical figures. This time, Garo is a young Japanese man named Raikou who cannot properly summon the Garo armor himself, and instead relies on his companion, a female Makai Alchemist named Seimei, whose Makai magic allows him to become Garo to fight the Horrors infesting Heian-kyō. They are accompanied by a young boy named Kintoki who wishes to follow in Raikou's footsteps. Their journey pits them against the evil Ashiya Douman, a fallen Makai Alchemist who summons Horrors to do his bidding. They are later accompanied in their fight by Fujiwara no Yasusuke, who becomes the bearer of the armor of Zanga the White Lotus Knight.
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The **Hill of Nothingness** (虚空の丘, , *Kokū no Oka*?) is a vast hill that is a graveyard for objects that have been deprived of their names and appearances. Based on the map, this area is located in the southern part of the Promised Ground, near the Forest of Chaos. A dangerous place where countless Nanashi nest, this is also the place where Kouga meets and resurrects Kakashi.
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Taiga Saejima

**Taiga Saejima** (冴島 大河さえじま たいが, , *Saejima Taiga*?) is the father of Kouga Saejima, who is also the former Golden Knight.

While strictly fulfilling his duty as a "protector" with the title of "Garo", which stands at the top of the Makai Knights, Taiga was so powerful that his name was known even among the Horrors who are not directly involved, but he lost his life to protect Kouga in the battle with Barago, who was a disciple and best friend who fell into the dark forces. He is a great man who used his own life to convey to Kouga how he should be as a "protector". His fighting skills are high, and in addition to being able to master the Rekka Ensou, he can also use techniques such as partially wearing armor.

The details of the beginning of his acquaintance are not told in detail, but when Taiga was young, he fell in love with a young Makai Priest, Rin. Eventually, the two got married and had Kouga. However, shortly after giving birth, Rin fell ill and passed away. Even though he had an excellent butler, Gonza, Taiga ended up raising Kouga on his own. As his father, Taiga poured his overflowing affection into Kouga, but during his training as a knight, he treated him as a strict teacher who would not allow himself to be spoiled by his young children. However, there was always a warmth of affection in his eyes as he looked at his son. Although he was left alone with the still young Kouga, his soul continued to watch over his son even after that.

## Behind the scenes

### Portrayal

Taiga Saejima was portrayed by Hiroyuki Watanabe (渡辺 裕之, , *Watanabe Hiroyuki*?).
Osamu Yagi

**Osamu Yagi** (八木 修, , *Yagi Osamu*?) is the principal of a kindergarten. He requests Kaoru to restore the mural of the goddess provided by Yuji. Later, in Episode 22, he sends Kaoru the original copy of "Black Flame and Golden Wind" that he discovered in the warehouse.

He also appears in the novel and has a meeting with Kouga.

## Behind the scenes

### Portrayal

Osamu Yagi was portrayed by Ryota Tsuchiya (土屋 良太, , *Tsuchiya Ryōta*?).
Succubus

**Succubus** (サキュバス, , *Sakyubasu*?) is a Horror that reacted to the dark desires of Erina Tokiwa. Using a scissors that Erina used for murder as a Gate and possessed her. Its true form is that of a female figure adorned with various plants, including carnivorous plants. It performs unrestricted attacks using chains, moving in all directions.

Seeking diverse forms of death, Succubus lured its prey, humans, into its own atelier, devouring their vitality and transforming it into petals. It then turned their bodies into art objects.

Interested in the emptiness within Mayuri, who lacks emotions while being alive, Succubus plans to use her to create the ultimate masterpiece of art, but it became furious when its ideals were denied by Raiga, and it revealed its true nature and attacking him. However, it was ultimately subjugated by a strike from the Garoken, filled with fear of its own death, and vanished.

## Behind the scenes

### Portrayal

Succubus' suit actor is Naomi Taniyama (谷山 尚未, , *Taniyama Naomi*?).
Fountain of Inspiration

**Fountain of Inspiration** (閃望の泉せんぼうのいずみ, , *Senbō no Izumi*?) is a special fountain that can purify Jaki that have accumulated in Madou Tools and Madou Brushes. It has the nature of appearing in any place due to Horiki. In order to summon, two Makai Priests with strong Horiki and two Makai Knights to protect the fountain water from the powerful Jaki that appears during summoning are required.

Ryume used the power of this spring to try to seal Jinga, who possessed Rian's heart, but due to Amily's strategy, although she succeeded in rescuing Rian, the Jinga's sealing ended in failure.
Hichou Enjin

**Hichou Enjin** (緋鳥炎陣ひちょうえんじん, , *Hichō Enjin*?, lit. "Scarlet Bird Flame Formation") is a combination technique unleashed by cooperation of two Makai Priests. It is a powerful technique in which countless Madou Brushes are flipped away with good timing to draw a mark in the air, and if successful, a flames resembling a phoenix will manifest and burn the target, but it is also a dangerous technique that can result in loss of life if done poorly. There is a danger of dropping it, and in the past many Makai Priests lost their lives training in this technique.

This technique is used by Jabi and Rekka in *Tougen no Fue*. At first, Rekka's slight weakness prevented her from succeeding, but she eventually overcame it with her love for her father, Kengi, and succeeded.
Makai Knight in Bronze Armor

The **Makai Knight in bronze armor** was appeared in the diorama of the fourth chapter of *Hagane no Houkou*. Without revealing his title, he was shown fighting alongside Demon Beast Zaruba and Garo.

## Notes

* The armor is a modified version of the Equip & Prop's Zero armor figure, with a bronze color change. His head used Kiba's helmet, and his waist armor used Garo armor (the emblem is slightly altered), also colored bronze.
* His sword belongs to "L.O.B." *Dunbine*, colored bronze.

## References

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Hobby Japan <Hobby Japan MOOK>. (2007). "Makai Knight Retsuden: Hagane no Houkou". p. 28. ISBN 978-4-89425-532-6.
Anglay

**Anglay** (アングレイ, , *Angurei*?) is a Horror that appears through a cursed nude portrait painting. It has taken possession of the gallery owner, **Daisuke Taniyama** (谷山 太輔, , *Taniyama Daisuke*?), in response to his evil intentions toward women.

It particularly preys on women among humans and can summon entities that materialize from paintings in other dimensions, including the Red Knight's painting. In its human form, it attacks by spitting out a dissolving fluid from its mouth.

When cornered by Kouga Saejima, Anglay abandons Taniyama's body and repossesses the skull painting. While eventually defeated by Kouga, during the battle, its splattered blood accidentally lands on Kaoru Mitsuki.

## Behind the scenes

### Portrayal

The suit actor of Anglay is Akira Ohashi (大橋 明, , *Ōhashi Akira*?). Its human form (Daisuke Taniyama) is portrayed by Toru Minegishi (峰岸 徹, , *Minegishi Tōru*?).

### Appearance

* *GARO*
	+ Episode 1: *Picture Book*

### Conception

Anglay was designed by Yasushi Nirasawa (韮沢 靖, , *Nirasawa Yasushi*?).

Anglay's concept art.
Sabacc

**Sabacc** (サバック, , *Sabakku*?) is a fighting tournament where many Makai Knights from each jurisdiction (north, south, east and west) gathers and compete with each other for seven days to determine the strongest Makai Knight. The match is a one-on-one tournament system, and is mainly done with seriousness, but the use of techniques that do not use Madou Brush is permitted. The knights fight with supplied iron weapons instead of the original Soul Metal's Makai Sword. Summoning armor, summoning Makai Beasts, and using Madou Tools are prohibited. Judgment is the winner who makes the opponent shed even one drop of blood first. The winner will be allowed to meet the soul of the deceased they wish to meet only once in the **Hall of the Dead** (死人の間, , *Shibito no Ma*?). During *Youseki no Wana*, the referee is Suzaku, the chancellor of the Senate.

Originally, Sabacc was a tournament that was started out of respect for Garo with the title of Golden Knight, who defeated the first ancestor of Horror, and therefore, no one with the title of Garo participates. This is because, in the first place, a knight with the title of Garo, the highest rank of the Makai Knights, is a special case, and even the winner of Sabacc is said to be no match for the one with the title of Garo. Sabacc is a tournament that decides the real number 2.

At the time of *Soukoku no Maryu*, Rei Suzumura won the tournament, and he met the soul of Taiga Saejima.

## Notes

* Strictly speaking, the rules do not explicitly forbid the use of techniques, but it is treated as an unspoken agreement not to use it. It's unclear whether Leo Fudo's statement in *GARO: Soukoku no Maryu* led to a rule change after the novel or if Leo is simply a proponent of the argument that "if it's not expressly prohibited, then using any means is fair game."
Kensui Kaneshiro

**Kensui Kaneshiro** (金城 憲水, , *Kaneshiro Kensui*?) is the chairman of the Kaneshiro Group. The founder of Vol City, he strategically places individuals who obey him throughout the city, exerting control. He is always in a wheelchair, but he seems to be capable of standing and walking to some extent.

It was thought that Kensui was the mastermind behind implanting Madou Horror's seeds into the residents of Vol City from his position. However, when confronted by Ryuga Dougai, he denied this and revealed that the true mastermind was Tousei Kaneshiro. In reality, the Kaneshiro Group was being manipulated by Tousei through Madou Horrors, including Sonshi, and Kensui was nothing more than their puppet.

Kensui was not a Horror but a regular human. He was not inherently evil, as he begged Ryuga and others to protect Vol City and his family. However, his involvement with Tousei's mother, Karin, as a lover made it hard to consider him a good person (according to Tousei, Kensui raped Karin, resulting in Tousei's birth). After revealing everything to Ryuga and the others, he feared being discarded as no longer useful by Tousei and had been under the protection of Burai. However, he was abducted by Tousei and Sonshi, and in the end, without his pleas being granted, he was devoured by Sonshi on Tousei's orders.

## Behind the scenes

### Portrayal

Kensui Kaneshiro was portrayed by Toshiyuki Kitami (北見 敏之, , *Kitami Toshiyuki*?).

### Appearances

* *GARO: Yami no Terasu Mono*
	+ Episode 8: *Scoop*
	+ Episode 12: *Trap*
	+ Episode 16: *Lost*
	+ Episode 17: *Tousei*

## References

1. ↑ Hobby Japan <Hobby Japan MOOK>. (2013). "GARO: Yami wo Terasu Mono Official Visual Book". p. 35, "CHARACTER GRAPH Vol City and Its Residents". ISBN 978-4-7986-0656-9.
Gonza Kurahashi

**Gonza Kurahashi** (倉橋クラハシ ゴンザ, , *Kurahashi Gonza*?) is the butler who has served the Saejima family for generations. 67 years old. His family has been serving the Makai Knights for generations, and he was originally the butler of Taiga Saejima. He is deeply loyal to Kouga and Kouga also places absolute trust in him, considering him a father figure and an older brother.

He manages all the affairs of the mansion on his own, so there are no other servants or helpers in the Saejima family. Due to serving the Makai Knights for generations, he is quite knowledgeable about the Makai language and the traditions of the Makai.

He also warmly watches over Kaoru, who came to live with them, as if she were family. He is friendly and always has a gentle demeanor, but when Kaoru, after misunderstanding, blamed Kouga, Gonza sternly scolded her with an unusual expression and explained Kouga's true intentions to her.

Gonza doesn't possess fighting abilities, but in the final battle, he lifted the Soul Metal, which he normally shouldn't be able to handle, to support Rei.

In *the Bible*, he serves Taiga a tea made from tea leaves from the Makai.

## Behind the scenes

### Portrayal

Gonza Kurahashi was portrayed by Yukijiro Hotaru (螢 雪次朗, , *Hotaru Yukijirō*?).
Getsuei

**Madou Horse Getsuei** (魔導馬ゲツエイ, , *Madōba Getsuei*?) is a silver-colored Madou Horse of Makai Knight Zoro. It can be summoned with a single whistle and doesn't require German to wear armor, swiftly traverse the battlefield like a wind. Moreover, it can execute powerful charges by kicking up its hooves and spinning rapidly.

Zoro's Makai Sword transforms into a wide guillotine-like blade with both ends connected by chains, known as the **Zanbatou** (斬馬刀, , *Zanbatō*?, lit. "Slashing Horse Sword"). This transformation occurs when Zoro wields the sword while riding Getsuei.

## References

1. ↑ Movie *GARO: Divine Flame* Special Booklet attached to the first Limited Edition
Triga

**Triga** (トライガ, , *Toraiga*?) is a giant Horror. With the appearance of a metallic black dragon, it has three arms equipped with a sickle blade, which is used when attacking and defending. These arms can also rotate at high speeds to form a buzz saw-shaped vortex (with purple aura) that can cut off anything in its path. Triga also has the ability to fly in the sky, often making rushing attacks while twisting its arms (making itself look like a spinning top).

## History

### *CR Makai Kessen Gaoh*

Triga made its debut in the pachinko game *CR Makai Kessen Gaoh*. In Triga Reach, Triga is seen fighting with Zero, Dan and Baron (riding their respective Madou Horses).
Rekka (Madou Horse)

**Madou Horse Rekka** (魔導馬マドウバ・レッカ, , *Madōba Rekka*?) is a Madou Horse owned by Hakamadare Yasusuke, debut in the movie *GARO: Usuzumizakura*.

## Characteristics and Abilities

Rekka is a metallic white-colored Madou Horse with an appearance that seems similar to Hayate. Like other Madou Horses, it can enter and travel through Demon World as well as assisting Zanga in combat. As a Makai Beast, it exhibits much greater physical properties than a normal horse as it can jump long distances, is able to stomp and kick enemies with leg strength capable of crushing Horrors, and has great endurance.

In the movie, it is shown to have very strong kicking abilities, very useful when fending off enemy blows. Just like Gouten, it also has the ability to fly in the air. Yasusuke can also ride it even without wearing his Zanga armor. However, it is not shown whether Rekka can upgrade Zanga's sword, or receive the Madou Flame through its master.

## History

### *GARO: Usuzumizakura*

It takes at least about 3 days to reach the capital from the Land of Kukoku, so Yasusuke forcibly ran through the Demon World with Rekka and arrived at the capital by the end of the day, appeared in front of Raikou and others while kicking the Horror Usuzumizakura. In addition to participating in the battle, and running through the city with Gouten, Yasusuke is forcibly kicking off with this Madou Horse in order to rescue Garo who was caught in the burning Usuzumizakura as the sealed spear penetrates.

### Crossover Drama

Rekka reappeared in the final episode of the crossover drama CD4 included in the first production limited edition of the movie's video software. In order to avoid the same space movement attack as the Apostle Horror Sir Venus (who appeared in the movie *DIVINE FLAME*) due to a mass of evil thoughts, it was summoned by Zanga and temporarily retreat with León Luis who cannot summon his armor.

## References

1. ↑ Its name was revealed in the crossover drama.
Tower of Heroic Spirits

**Tower of Heroic Spirits** (英霊の塔, , *Eirei no Tō*?) is a towering white structure-like sacred place where the spirits of those who have inherited the title of Garo are enshrined. Only individuals who possess the title of Garo or those who seek to inherit the title as Makai Knights are permitted to enter. Within the tower, rituals such as the purification of Jaki accumulated in the body or the corrupted armors during Horror hunting and the succession of the Garo title are conducted by the Heroic Spirits. It also serves as a storage space for Madou Tools like the Fang of Gurauryu and other items from the Raimeikan.

## References

1. ↑ Hobby Japan. (2020). "Uchusen" vol.168 Special Appendix (SPRING 2020). pp. 30-31, "GARO: Gekkou no Tabibito". ISBN 978-4-7986-2182-1.
Garius

**Garius** (ガリウス, , *Gariusu*?) is a Horror that looks like a flying serpentine and horned fish, covered with sharp thorns. Its arms and head has a blades as weapons.

## History

### *KIBA: Dark Knight Gaiden*

Garius made its debut in the spin-off *KIBA: Dark Knight Gaiden* as one of many Horrors that were absorbed by Kiba. Before it could attack Kiba, Garius was cut off by Ankokuzan thrown by the Dark Knight.

## Appearances in Other Media

### *CR Dark Knight Side Story*

Garius appear in pachinko game *CR Dark Knight Gaiden*.

## Behind the Scenes

### Portrayal

Garius's suit and stunt actor is Yasutaka Shirai (白井 康貴, , *Shirai Yasutaka*?).
Giga

**Jushin Knight Giga** (獣身騎士戯牙じゅうしんきしギガ, , *Jūshin Kishi Giga*?, lit. "Beast-self Knight Frolic Fang") is a dark green Makai Armor dons by Daigo Akizuki.

## Design and Appearances

It features heavy armor with bestial characteristics with a fang design on both shoulders and toes. This armor wielder Makai Knight's Makai Ax transforms into a two-handed **Jushin Ax** (獣身斧, *Jūshinfu*, lit. "Beast-self Ax") that he uses to unleash devastating shock wave blows, capable of killing dozens of low-level Horrors in one swing. Daigo also displays the ability to grow the Jushinfu to a great size and propel himself forwards to unleash a powerful charging attack.

It is also equipped with a large claw weapon mounted on the left arm, which he uses when his axe is otherwise unavailable.

## Summoning Process

Shown in *GARO: Gold Storm Sho*, the action of summoning armor is to draw a circle with a Makai Ax and then hit it on the ground.

## History

### *CR Makai Kessen Gaoh*

Giga armor's first appearance. He manipulates an ax-shaped weapon, and in the reach production of the slingshot, he is depicted fighting with Lord and confronting the Grau Dragon.
Cragrocka

**Cragrocka** (クラッグロッカ, , *Kuraggurokka*?) is a Horror with the appearance of lumps of rock that form a giant floating head with small rocks that also float around it.

## Game Appearances

### *CR GARO: Konjiki ni Nare*

Cragrocka made its debut in the pachinko game *CR GARO: Konjiki ni Nare* as one of the Horrors who challenged Garo in the Horror Battle (Yami Terasu).

* **Character Type:** Ichigeki
* **Risk Level:** ☆×1~2