TV Special
Description
Daisuke Jigen is the professional sharpshooter and closest partner of Arsène Lupin III, and in Lupin III: Alcatraz Connection, he takes on his familiar role as the anchor of the operation. Wearing his characteristic dark fedora that shadows his eyes and a toneless black suit, Jigen is a tall man in his late thirties to early forties with a pronounced chin curtain beard and an ever-present bent cigarette dangling from his lips.
A professional gunman and former hitman for various American crime syndicates, Jigen is a master marksman whose skill borders on superhuman. He carries a Smith & Wesson Model 19 combat revolver as his signature weapon, with which he can perform a 0.3-second quick-draw and perform astonishing feats of accuracy, such as hitting a missile warhead in flight or deflecting another bullet by shooting it mid-air. Beyond his pistol, he is proficient with machine guns, sniper rifles, anti-tank rifles, and is also a skilled driver and pilot capable of operating virtually any vehicle from cars to helicopters.
The character serves as the pragmatic voice of reason within Lupin's gang. Unlike Lupin's impulsive romanticism or Goemon's stoic honor, Jigen approaches every heist with cynical professionalism and careful analysis. In Alcatraz Connection, his distrust of Fujiko Mine's schemes remains apparent, and he consistently questions Lupin's judgment when the master thief allows his attraction to women to interfere with a job. Despite his gruff exterior and complaints about Lupin's wild plans, Jigen demonstrates unwavering loyalty to his partner, following him into dangerous situations and handling critical aspects of the operation such as managing distractions and flying the getaway helicopter.
His relationship with Lupin is the cornerstone of his character. The two share a deep mutual trust forged over years of working together, and Jigen acts as both protector and conscience for the gentleman thief, willing to physically confront Lupin when necessary but ultimately always having his back. With Goemon Ishikawa XIII, Jigen shares a quieter, brotherly bond based on mutual respect and competence. His distrust of Fujiko Mine is pronounced he considers her manipulative and self-serving, yet he will still assist her when Lupin is unavailable because of her importance to his partner.
Jigen's personality is defined by his dry wit, ironic sense of humor, and quick temper. While he can seem sullen or rude, these traits arise from genuine concern for a job's success or worry over Lupin's safety. He enjoys the thrill of their adventures, often smiling during high-speed chases even as bullets fly around him. Off the clock, he prefers quiet activities such as fishing, billiards, gambling, boxing matches, and hearty American food. He is a heavy smoker, consuming approximately sixty cigarettes daily, usually Pall Mall or Marlboro, and enjoys scotch and hard liquor with a heavyweight's tolerance for alcohol.
A recurring character trait is his deep distrust of women, which he has openly called misogyny, stemming from a series of failed romances where love interests either betrayed him or died tragically. This makes him immune to Fujiko's charms and openly irritated when Lupin falls for her schemes. However, he still maintains a personal code that considers killing women and children taboo, only doing so when they present an immediate lethal threat. His practical approach to lethal force distinguishes him from his companions he has fewer moral qualms about taking human life when necessary, though he never kills for pleasure.
Throughout Alcatraz Connection, Jigen demonstrates no significant character development that deviates from his established persona, remaining the reliable, cynical professional that fans expect. The film itself continues the series tradition of presenting Jigen as Lupin's indispensable partner and the most capable gunman in the criminal underworld.
A professional gunman and former hitman for various American crime syndicates, Jigen is a master marksman whose skill borders on superhuman. He carries a Smith & Wesson Model 19 combat revolver as his signature weapon, with which he can perform a 0.3-second quick-draw and perform astonishing feats of accuracy, such as hitting a missile warhead in flight or deflecting another bullet by shooting it mid-air. Beyond his pistol, he is proficient with machine guns, sniper rifles, anti-tank rifles, and is also a skilled driver and pilot capable of operating virtually any vehicle from cars to helicopters.
The character serves as the pragmatic voice of reason within Lupin's gang. Unlike Lupin's impulsive romanticism or Goemon's stoic honor, Jigen approaches every heist with cynical professionalism and careful analysis. In Alcatraz Connection, his distrust of Fujiko Mine's schemes remains apparent, and he consistently questions Lupin's judgment when the master thief allows his attraction to women to interfere with a job. Despite his gruff exterior and complaints about Lupin's wild plans, Jigen demonstrates unwavering loyalty to his partner, following him into dangerous situations and handling critical aspects of the operation such as managing distractions and flying the getaway helicopter.
His relationship with Lupin is the cornerstone of his character. The two share a deep mutual trust forged over years of working together, and Jigen acts as both protector and conscience for the gentleman thief, willing to physically confront Lupin when necessary but ultimately always having his back. With Goemon Ishikawa XIII, Jigen shares a quieter, brotherly bond based on mutual respect and competence. His distrust of Fujiko Mine is pronounced he considers her manipulative and self-serving, yet he will still assist her when Lupin is unavailable because of her importance to his partner.
Jigen's personality is defined by his dry wit, ironic sense of humor, and quick temper. While he can seem sullen or rude, these traits arise from genuine concern for a job's success or worry over Lupin's safety. He enjoys the thrill of their adventures, often smiling during high-speed chases even as bullets fly around him. Off the clock, he prefers quiet activities such as fishing, billiards, gambling, boxing matches, and hearty American food. He is a heavy smoker, consuming approximately sixty cigarettes daily, usually Pall Mall or Marlboro, and enjoys scotch and hard liquor with a heavyweight's tolerance for alcohol.
A recurring character trait is his deep distrust of women, which he has openly called misogyny, stemming from a series of failed romances where love interests either betrayed him or died tragically. This makes him immune to Fujiko's charms and openly irritated when Lupin falls for her schemes. However, he still maintains a personal code that considers killing women and children taboo, only doing so when they present an immediate lethal threat. His practical approach to lethal force distinguishes him from his companions he has fewer moral qualms about taking human life when necessary, though he never kills for pleasure.
Throughout Alcatraz Connection, Jigen demonstrates no significant character development that deviates from his established persona, remaining the reliable, cynical professional that fans expect. The film itself continues the series tradition of presenting Jigen as Lupin's indispensable partner and the most capable gunman in the criminal underworld.