Juzo Ogami

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**Juzo Ogami** (大 (おお) 狼 (がみ) 十 (ジュウ) 三 (ゾウ) , *Ōgami Jūzō*) is the main character in Kill Blue manga series. He is a highly skilled assassin who has made a profession out of taking lives, having started at a young age and continuing to do so into adulthood.

## Appearance

### Older Version

Despite being 39 years old, Juzo possesses a well-built physique that affords him the ability to combat adversaries effectively in his line of work. His neatly trimmed, gray hair is parted on the left side, and his countenance often appears fatigued, possibly due to his minimal smiling, extensive workload, or smoking habit. When heading to work, he dons a three-piece black suit.

### Younger Version

After undergoing a transformation into his 13-year-old self, Juzo now possesses the physique typical of teenage boys his teenager age. To seamlessly blend into the environment of a middle school, he has adopted an appearance that includes glasses. This transformation is essential for him to carry out a mission assigned by the Boss of Z.O.O., which is connected to the Boss' daughter.

Juzo's hair, longer than in his adult form, is adorned with fringes that nearly obscure his eyes. He habitually parts his black, neck-length hair to the right. In his role as a middle school student, he dons the school's standard white uniform and carries a randoseru, a sturdy leather or leather-like synthetic backpack commonly used by schoolchildren in Japan.

## Personality

Initially known as a legendary hitman with a fearsome reputation, he exhibits various facets of his personality as the story progresses. He typically exhibits a melancholic temperament, which he developed throughout his life from a young age. Infrequently does he smile, and he harbors a distaste for children, a factor that may have contributed to his ex-wife and daughter leaving him. He has expressed that he finds it more natural to converse with individuals whom he has been hired to assassinate than his own family, whom he derogatorily refers to as "irredeemable."

He demonstrates professionalism and lethal skill in his work, maintaining a composed demeanor and completing missions with precision. Despite his deadly profession, he shares a playful and friendly dynamic with his subordinate, Kotatsu Nekota, engaging in light-hearted banter and extending their relationship beyond work-related matters.

Juzo's personality also reveals a complex emotional landscape, reflecting on past regrets and a sense of existential dissatisfaction. His dedication to learning as he assumes the role of a middle school student highlights his adaptability and open-minded nature. Furthermore, his protective and compassionate side becomes evident when he always intervenes to protect his classmates or anyone in the same age as his daughter.

Upon assuming the guise of a student, Juzo initially found himself inundated with information and developed a keen interest in the new academic environment. However, the overwhelming nature of this novelty frequently elicited emotional outbursts, manifesting as tears or stress due to his excitement. While Juzo initially sought to be transparent in his interactions with his classmates, his introductory message was received as peculiar and garnered him a reputation as an odd individual, causing some classmates to ridicule him.

## Plot

### Background

As a child, Juzo was abducted by a syndicate and subsequently trained to become an assassin. He did not receive much formal education and did not progress beyond elementary school. He was once married to Eri and they had a child, but his life as a hitman caused him to become emotionally lost and directionless, ultimately leading to his abandonment by his family.

Despite his reputation as a legendary hitman who would kill anyone for the right price and feared by many, Juzo still has his shortcomings. He becomes completely overwhelmed by his new life as a high school student, following his transformation into his 13-year-old self. Having spent his entire life as an assassin, he never thought about anything else, leading to him breaking down in tears when presented with the overwhelming amount of new knowledge during class.

## Relationships

### Familial

* **Eri Wanibuchi:** Juzo has an ex-wife named Eri Wanibuchi, a researcher by profession under Z.O.O.. Their relationship is complex and marked by a shared history. Eri expresses concern for Juzo's physical transformation and extends her expertise to assist him. Although their interactions in the provided content are limited, Eri's involvement in the story indicates a meaningful connection between them.

### Non-Familial

* **Kotatsu Nekota:** Juzo and Kotatsu Nekota share a professional relationship, with Kotatsu serving as Juzo's subordinate and partner in their line of work as hitmen. Despite the professional nature of their connection, Kotatsu greatly admires Juzo's exceptional skills and frequently praises him, suggesting that Juzo's legendary status makes him seem self-sufficient. However, their relationship also contains a friendly and playful dynamic, with Juzo engaging in light-hearted banter with Kotatsu. They often share meals and engage in conversations beyond their work-related interactions.

## Operational Proficiency

### Skills and Abilities

* Juzo Ogami, before his sudden disappearance, held the esteemed title of being the top hitman in the industry. Notably, he achieved a remarkable 100 percent success rate on his missions. However, he had a strict code of ethics, never accepting jobs where the target was a woman, child, or an ordinary civilian.

Juzo had honed a comprehensive set of combat skills, excelling in marksmanship, hand-to-hand combat, and knife fighting. An exceptional aspect of his abilities was his full ambidexterity, allowing him to wield a handgun in his left hand with rifle-like precision. Some even described his left hand as possessing an uncanny level of skill and accuracy.
	+ **Agility and Reflexes:** Juzo displays remarkable agility and lightning-fast reflexes, enabling him to neutralize foes swiftly and efficiently. He can evade gunfire and eliminate threats before they can harm him.
	+ **Combat Proficiency:** He is highly proficient in combat, capable of handling various weapons and engaging in hand-to-hand combat effectively.
	+ **Ambidexterity:** Juzo Ogami possesses an exceptional level of ambidexterity, a rare trait where he can use both his left and right hands with equal skill and precision. This means that he is highly proficient and accurate in performing tasks, particularly when handling firearms like handguns, using his left hand with the same level of skill as most people would with their dominant hand. Juzo's ambidextrous ability allows him to maintain a high degree of accuracy and versatility in combat situations, making him a formidable and adaptable hitman.
	+ **Strategic Thinking:** Juzo is a strategic thinker, assessing situations and planning his actions carefully to achieve his objectives.
	+ **Undercover Expertise:** He has a knack for blending into different environments and situations, often using newspapers as makeshift cover to conceal his identity and weapons.
	+ **Weapon Concealment:** Juzo carries concealed handguns and other weapons, often using newspapers to hide them. This allows him to be prepared for any situation without drawing attention.
	+ **Stealth:** He demonstrates skill in stealthy maneuvers, ensuring that he can approach targets discreetly and strike without warning.
	+ **Crisis Management:** Juzo can think quickly on his feet, as seen when he effectively handled unexpected threats and situations during his missions.
	+ **Handgun Proficiency:** He is skilled in using handguns, a weapon he frequently conceals. This proficiency is essential for his line of work as a hitman.

### Weaponry

* **Handguns:** Juzo is known to carry concealed handguns, which he uses as his primary weapons for assassination missions.
* **Non-Lethal Handgun:** In certain situations, Juzo employs a non-lethal handgun to disarm or incapacitate opponents without causing fatal harm.
* **Improvised Weapons:** He is resourceful in using everyday objects as weapons, such as newspapers for cover or creating distractions with chalk to subdue threats.
* **Knowledge of Firearms:** His expertise extends to various types of firearms, enabling him to handle them effectively in combat situations.

## Etymology

* The name **大狼十三**, which can be romanized as *"Ōgami Jūzō,"* is a Japanese name with deep etymological roots.
	+ The surname **"Ōgami" (大狼)** is a combination of the kanji characters "大" meaning "big" or "great," and "狼" meaning "wolf." It is a relatively uncommon surname in Japan, but it can be found in various regions throughout the country.
	+ The given name **"Jūzō" (十三)** is a combination of the characters "十" meaning "ten" and "三" meaning "three", both characters "**十三"** form "thirteen", likely a reference to Ogami's current age. "Juzo" is a common male given name in Japan and is usually written in kanji characters rather than hiragana or katakana.

## Trivia

* Juzo has a penchant for consuming his meals with copious amounts of garlic or garlic seasoning, regardless of whether it is in the form of ramen or plain viands. This proclivity sometimes prompts Kotatsu to remark about the odor emanating from him.
* He is ambidextrous, meaning he can use both his left and right hands effectively.
* He has excellent sharpshooting skills, particularly with his left hand, which is exceptional.
* His favorite food is soy sauce-flavored Ramen.
* He used to enjoy whiskey, with a preference for Laphroaig. However, since becoming a middle schooler, he can't drink alcohol, so he opts for cola instead.
* Juzo's favorite pistol is the SIG P210, a semi-automatic firearm originating from Switzerland.
* In the first chapter, there was a mistake where Juzo was shown using a Colt Government (M1911) gun instead of the SIG P210, likely due to a reference material mismatch.

## References

*Kill Blue* Manga: Chapter 2 (p. 3).
*Kill Blue* Manga: Chapter 1 (p. 18, 23). — Freshmen orientation day so he's presumed to be 13.
*Kill Blue* Manga: Chapter 1 (p. 29).
 Volume 1 Character Illustration of Juzo Ogami
 From Volume 1 Cover
*Kill Blue* Manga: Chapter 5 (p. 17). — Juzo joins the club.
*Kill Blue* Manga: Chapter 6 (pp. 19-20).
*Kill Blue* Manga: Chapter 1 (pp. 11-12).
*Kill Blue* Manga: Chapter 1 (pp. 28-34).
*Kill Blue* Manga: Chapter 1 (pp. 26-27).