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Benkei Narukami is a character from the anime and manga series Big Order. He is an Order User who holds the position of Second Hand within the Group of Ten, a powerful faction operating under the Dazaifu government on the island of Kyushu. His rank within this organization is that of a Lieutenant Colonel. Benkei is a large, boisterous man whose appearance is distinctly styled after a sohei, the warrior monks of medieval and feudal Japan. He is often described as having a shaved head, black eyes, and a muscular build, typically armed with a massive halberd.
Benkei possesses a personality marked by a strong sense of honor, directness, and loyalty to his comrades. He is a man of action who speaks his mind bluntly, as demonstrated when he chastises the citizens of Yamaguchi for their ignorance of an impending missile attack. Despite his intimidating exterior, he is not unfeeling; he shows visible distress upon learning of the execution of his own uncle by the Japanese government during a teleconference. He is supportive of the protagonist, Eiji Hoshimiya, and is depicted as being joyful when Eiji passes the trials set for him. His motivations are closely tied to the Group of Tens overarching objectives, which include establishing Kyushu as an independent nation and later invading Yamaguchi to defeat the powerful Order User known as the Heavy Rock Star to gain control of the region.
In the story, Benkeis role is that of a key ally and combatant. He is first seen during a meeting of the Group of Ten, where the members discuss candidate Eiji Hoshimiya. He later personally approaches Eiji to congratulate him on passing their trial. He participates in the plan to make Eiji the ruler of an independent Kyushu, which results in the entire Group of Ten being bound by Eijis territorial power. Benkeis key relationships are primarily with his fellow members of the Group of Ten, especially with the Sixth Hand, a member named Lorin, with whom he often fights alongside. He also holds a significant amount of influence within the group alongside another member named Yoshitsune. His relationship with Eiji evolves from evaluator to supportive ally, as he urges Eiji to accept the groups help and focus on protecting civilians during combat.
Benkei demonstrates notable development through his reactions to the escalating conflict. When the Prime Minister of Japan orders the executions of the Group of Tens relatives, Benkeis personal loss is highlighted when he identifies one of the deceased as his uncle, adding a layer of personal stakes to the groups political ambitions. During the climax of the Yamaguchi battle, Benkei arrives with Lorin to aid Eiji, destroying a nuclear missile and helping to intercept a devastating attack from a golem. After the battle, he retreats with his allies to the Yuda Hot Springs to recuperate, showing that even powerful Order Users have limits.
Benkeis notable abilities stem from his status as an Order User, meaning his powers are intrinsically linked to his deepest wishes. His specific Order is called Battle-On: Aramitama. This ability summons a colossal, humanoid samurai figure with distinctive red hair tied in a ponytail and a heavily muscled physique. This summoned entity possesses the devastating power to pulverize targets at an atomic level, a capability he demonstrates by neutralizing nuclear missiles. This makes him a formidable warrior and a crucial asset in the Group of Tens military operations.
Benkei possesses a personality marked by a strong sense of honor, directness, and loyalty to his comrades. He is a man of action who speaks his mind bluntly, as demonstrated when he chastises the citizens of Yamaguchi for their ignorance of an impending missile attack. Despite his intimidating exterior, he is not unfeeling; he shows visible distress upon learning of the execution of his own uncle by the Japanese government during a teleconference. He is supportive of the protagonist, Eiji Hoshimiya, and is depicted as being joyful when Eiji passes the trials set for him. His motivations are closely tied to the Group of Tens overarching objectives, which include establishing Kyushu as an independent nation and later invading Yamaguchi to defeat the powerful Order User known as the Heavy Rock Star to gain control of the region.
In the story, Benkeis role is that of a key ally and combatant. He is first seen during a meeting of the Group of Ten, where the members discuss candidate Eiji Hoshimiya. He later personally approaches Eiji to congratulate him on passing their trial. He participates in the plan to make Eiji the ruler of an independent Kyushu, which results in the entire Group of Ten being bound by Eijis territorial power. Benkeis key relationships are primarily with his fellow members of the Group of Ten, especially with the Sixth Hand, a member named Lorin, with whom he often fights alongside. He also holds a significant amount of influence within the group alongside another member named Yoshitsune. His relationship with Eiji evolves from evaluator to supportive ally, as he urges Eiji to accept the groups help and focus on protecting civilians during combat.
Benkei demonstrates notable development through his reactions to the escalating conflict. When the Prime Minister of Japan orders the executions of the Group of Tens relatives, Benkeis personal loss is highlighted when he identifies one of the deceased as his uncle, adding a layer of personal stakes to the groups political ambitions. During the climax of the Yamaguchi battle, Benkei arrives with Lorin to aid Eiji, destroying a nuclear missile and helping to intercept a devastating attack from a golem. After the battle, he retreats with his allies to the Yuda Hot Springs to recuperate, showing that even powerful Order Users have limits.
Benkeis notable abilities stem from his status as an Order User, meaning his powers are intrinsically linked to his deepest wishes. His specific Order is called Battle-On: Aramitama. This ability summons a colossal, humanoid samurai figure with distinctive red hair tied in a ponytail and a heavily muscled physique. This summoned entity possesses the devastating power to pulverize targets at an atomic level, a capability he demonstrates by neutralizing nuclear missiles. This makes him a formidable warrior and a crucial asset in the Group of Tens military operations.