Tatsuomi

**Tatsuomi Ban** (馬 (バン)  辰 (タツ) 男 (オミ) , *Ban Tatsuomi*, most commonly known as *Tatsuomi*) is one of the characters in Yuto Sano's manga series, *Gokurakugai*.

Tatsuomi, characterized by his disheveled hair that covers his eyes, originates from the Kansai region and speaks with a unique accent. He functions as an information intermediary, vending information to the Saragi Anti-Maga Organization and the troubleshooter agency. Ordinarily, he presents information at a premium, a fact that Alma jestingly labels as "money grubber." Nevertheless, he harbors a fondness for Tao and on occasion extends discounts or even shares information without charge. He's recognized for his penchant for women.

## Profile

In the bustling Gokurakugai, a town teeming with peculiar incidents, there's an information broker. Though the price for information is steep, due to his fondness for women, he offers Tao a discounted rate for the intel.

## Appearance

Tatsuomi is a young man of tall and slender build. He possesses a fair skin complexion and his hair, which falls in a shaggy manner, often covers his forehead and eyes. He opts for moderately sized hoop earrings and typically wears a black samue outfit on more casual occasions, which is a traditional Japanese attire, often worn by Buddhist monks and temple workers, characterized by its simple and practical design. His top is a wrap-around jacket with a kimono-style collar and wide sleeves, providing comfort and ease of movement. His pants are loose-fitting slacks and have a drawstring waist for adjustability. Notably, the sleeves of his samue feature cloud patterns, and he wears a Tangzhuang undergarment. Complementing his outfit, he dons a pair of comfortable sandals.

## Personality

Tatsuomi embodies an exceptionally warm and cheerful demeanor, frequently exhibiting a positive outlook, especially in the presence of women. His interactions with female exude an air of comfort and positivity for him. This amiable disposition is consistently apparent across a range of scenarios, with a particularly pronounced joviality when interacting with individuals of the opposite gender.

Tatsuomi infuses his overall approach with playful nuances, particularly evident when encountering women who possess notable charm or attractiveness, which that includes Tao. Despite his generally open and cheerful nature, he introduces a comedic element to his conduct during such instances. This capacity to interweave humor into his interactions highlights his adaptability and contributes moments of levity within the team dynamics.

## Plot

### Background

There isn't a lot of information available about Tatsuomi's personal history and background. All that is known is that he serves as the primary informant for the Saragi Anti-Maga Organization. He has multiple offices throughout Gokurakugai, and the reason behind this remain unknown.

## Relationships

* **Tao:** Tatsuomi has a strong fondness for Tao, who's an attractive and mature woman slightly shorter than him, who standing around 185cm tall. Despite expressing his affection openly through verbal and visible compliments, Tao often ignores his advances.
* **Alma:** Tatsuomi and Alma have a relationship akin to cats and dogs – they frequently argue whenever they cross paths. Tatsuomi often teases Alma and doesn't seem to express any visible concerns for him in the manga. Alma, in turn, reciprocates this behavior, particularly because he strongly dislikes Tatsuomi, especially due to his overly dramatic advances towards Tao whenever he visits their office.
* **Nei:** Tatsuomi, who tends to appreciate attractive women, also shows a fondness for Nei, whom he affectionately calls Nei-chan, a Japanese term used for someone younger. Although they don't interact frequently in the manga, but when they do, it usually involves Tatsuomi praising Nei and complimenting her cuteness and Nei would confidently acknowledges the praise she consistently receives from the members.
* **Yoki:** Tatsuomi has a close relationship with Yoki, and he often charges Yoki a significant amount for information he gathers, particularly about Maga. Yoki sometimes complains, even crying, about how Tatsuomi's high fees for this information quickly deplete his funds.
* **Dara:** Just like how he praises the other Saragi girls, Tatsuomi also openly expresses affection for Dara and frequently compliments her. However, there isn't much interaction between them shown in the manga.

## Abilities

* **Gathering Intel:** Tatsuomi, a member of the Saragi Anti-Maga Organization, possesses distinctive skills as an informant. He specializes in gathering valuable information related to Maga-related incidents, making him a key asset in the organization's endeavors. With a strategic approach, Tatsuomi capitalizes on his information-gathering abilities to generate income, offering his insights to interested parties for a fee of 5,000 yen. His awareness of various perspectives prompts him to offer discounted rates of 3,000 yen to women, and at times, he even provides information for free, exhibiting a sense of fairness and occasional altruism. His ability to acquire and dispense vital information contributes significantly to the overall effectiveness of the team's operations, making him a vital link in their pursuit of addressing supernatural threats.

## Etymology

The name **Tatsuomi Ban** (馬 (バン)  辰 (タツ) 男 (オミ) , *Ban Tatsuomi*) may imply a person characterized by qualities associated with a strong, vital, and masculine individual with attributes similar to those symbolized by a horse and a dragon.

* **馬 (Ban):** This character means "horse." It symbolizes strength, vitality, and energy, often associated with traits linked to horses like speed or power.
* **辰 (Tatsu):** This character denotes the "dragon" in Chinese astrology, representing vitality, intelligence, and transformation. It's the fifth sign in the Chinese zodiac, linked with attributes of courage and innovation
* **男 (Omi):** This kanji signifies "man" or "male." It symbolizes masculinity, vigor, and strength, depicting qualities associated with males.

## Trivia

* He applies a standard rate of 5,000 yen for his information services, with an additional charge of 1,000 yen for accompanying pictures. However, in cases where Tao seeks to purchase information, he occasionally reduces the cost to 3,000 yen or even provides it for free on certain occasions.
* Regarding the additional illustrations in Volume 3, providing character details, he likes sushi when someone else is paying but holds a dislike for pickles and raisins.
* In Volume 3, his complete name, **Tatsuomi Ban** (馬 (バン)  辰 (タツ) 男 (オミ) , *Ban Tatsuomi*), was revealed and introduced for the first time.

## References

*Gokurakugai* Manga: Chapter 2 (Page 7).
*Gokurakugai* Manga: Volume 1 . — Extra Illustrations.
*Gokurakugai* Manga: Volume 3 . — Volume Extra, Character Information.
*Gokurakugai* Manga: Chapter 5/5 (Page 8).
*Gokurakugai* Manga: Chapter 4. — Chapter colored cover.
 "Character Information". *Jump SQ Gokurakugai Official site*.
*Gokurakugai* Manga: Chapter 3.
*Gokurakugai* Manga: Chapter 6 (Page 7).