TV-Series
Description
Lucien Dark, known in the original Japanese version as Hikaru Kageyama, is a supporting character in Inazuma Eleven GO. He is a first‑year student at Raimon Junior High who joins the school’s football club as a forward, though he is occasionally used as a midfielder. He first appears in episode 24, arriving as a new transfer student who is eager to play football despite having only started practicing the sport two months earlier.
Lucien’s background is marked by his family ties: he is the nephew of Reiji Kageyama, the former antagonist of the original Inazuma Eleven series who once tried to destroy Raimon. This connection weighs heavily on Lucien. He initially hesitates to reveal his surname when introducing himself, afraid that others will judge him or refuse to let him join the team because of his uncle’s past. However, after receiving encouragement from the club’s coach and his new teammates, he gains the confidence to openly state his full name.
Personality‑wise, Lucien is a carefree and cheerful boy who maintains a positive outlook even when facing difficulties. He is genuinely kind‑hearted and cares deeply about his teammates. He can be naive, as shown when he is tricked by a teammate’s prank, but he does not hold grudges and quickly forgives others. His initial lack of football experience makes him clumsy on the field, but his determination and willingness to learn help him improve rapidly.
Lucien’s primary motivation is to prove himself as a footballer and to be accepted for who he is, not for his family name. He wants to enjoy playing the game and contribute to the team’s success. His role in the story is that of a supportive team member who grows alongside the main characters. He is particularly close to Tenma Matsukaze and Shinsuke Yamino, but his strongest bond is with Aoi Amagi, with whom he shares a noticeable friendship.
Throughout Inazuma Eleven GO, Lucien appears as a member of the Raimon Eleven in several key matches and in the film Inazuma Eleven GO: The Ultimate Bonds Gryphon. He does not undergo a major dramatic arc, but his development is seen in his increasing skill and confidence on the pitch. His notable abilities as a forward include his developing shooting techniques and his ability to work well with his teammates despite his late start in football. His physical appearance is characterized by short, spiky violet or blue hair and black eyes, and he wears the standard Raimon uniform.
Lucien’s background is marked by his family ties: he is the nephew of Reiji Kageyama, the former antagonist of the original Inazuma Eleven series who once tried to destroy Raimon. This connection weighs heavily on Lucien. He initially hesitates to reveal his surname when introducing himself, afraid that others will judge him or refuse to let him join the team because of his uncle’s past. However, after receiving encouragement from the club’s coach and his new teammates, he gains the confidence to openly state his full name.
Personality‑wise, Lucien is a carefree and cheerful boy who maintains a positive outlook even when facing difficulties. He is genuinely kind‑hearted and cares deeply about his teammates. He can be naive, as shown when he is tricked by a teammate’s prank, but he does not hold grudges and quickly forgives others. His initial lack of football experience makes him clumsy on the field, but his determination and willingness to learn help him improve rapidly.
Lucien’s primary motivation is to prove himself as a footballer and to be accepted for who he is, not for his family name. He wants to enjoy playing the game and contribute to the team’s success. His role in the story is that of a supportive team member who grows alongside the main characters. He is particularly close to Tenma Matsukaze and Shinsuke Yamino, but his strongest bond is with Aoi Amagi, with whom he shares a noticeable friendship.
Throughout Inazuma Eleven GO, Lucien appears as a member of the Raimon Eleven in several key matches and in the film Inazuma Eleven GO: The Ultimate Bonds Gryphon. He does not undergo a major dramatic arc, but his development is seen in his increasing skill and confidence on the pitch. His notable abilities as a forward include his developing shooting techniques and his ability to work well with his teammates despite his late start in football. His physical appearance is characterized by short, spiky violet or blue hair and black eyes, and he wears the standard Raimon uniform.