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Kensaku Makimura, almost always referred to by his nickname Tare, is the younger brother of Miki Makimura and the son of Kozo and Akiko Makimura. His nickname, Tare, is a Japanese word meaning "drip" or "to wet," a direct reference to his notable lack of bladder control when he is frightened or under extreme stress, a trait that is played for both comedic and dramatic effect throughout the story.
As a preteen boy, Tare has a typical and unassuming appearance. He is depicted with dark brown hair and large brown eyes, and he is frequently seen wearing a backward baseball cap. Physically, he is small for his age, a fact that underscores his vulnerability as a normal human child in a world overrun by terrifying demonic forces.
Tare's personality is a blend of childish innocence and mischievous energy. He is generally a kind and good-natured boy, but he possesses a perverted sense of humor, especially when it comes to teasing his older sister, Miki. He often makes unwelcome comments about her developing figure and has a habit of trying to grab her breasts, an act for which he is immediately and justly punished with a sharp hit from her fist. Despite these antics, he genuinely adores and cares deeply for Miki, looking up to her even as he annoys her. He is also known to be a bit of a crybaby, easily moved to tears when hurt or scared.
His role within the Makimura household is that of a beloved younger sibling. He shares a close bond with Akira Fudo, who is like an adoptive older brother to him, and Tare greatly admires Akira, especially for his strength and bravery. He also becomes friends with Masa Bokuto, a fellow student and ally of Akira's who later tries to protect Tare and Miki. His primary function in the narrative is to represent the innocent and fragile human life that is caught in the crossfire of the conflict between demons and humanity. He is a source of lighthearted comic relief in the early parts of the story, but his presence becomes a powerful tool for tragedy as the situation spirals into chaos.
As the story progresses towards its devastating conclusion, Tare's initial joy at reading about human efforts to fight back against the demon threat turns to terror. After Akira is publicly outed as a Devilman, Tare and his family are targeted by a paranoid mob of their own neighbors. During the assault on his home, Tare is sent upstairs to hide by Miki. Tragically, his fate is sealed when he is cornered in the house. He is killed by the mob, and his body is decapitated. The full horror of the situation is realized when Miki, running for her life, sees her little brother's headless body fall down the stairs, followed by a man carrying his severed head. His death is a pivotal and brutal moment that signifies the complete loss of childhood innocence and the total breakdown of human society.
In terms of abilities, Tare possesses none of the supernatural powers found in other characters. He is a completely ordinary human child, with no combat skills or special talents. His defining characteristics are his emotional vulnerability, his childish mischief, and the physical manifestation of his fear, which makes him one of the most purely defenseless characters in the entire narrative.
As a preteen boy, Tare has a typical and unassuming appearance. He is depicted with dark brown hair and large brown eyes, and he is frequently seen wearing a backward baseball cap. Physically, he is small for his age, a fact that underscores his vulnerability as a normal human child in a world overrun by terrifying demonic forces.
Tare's personality is a blend of childish innocence and mischievous energy. He is generally a kind and good-natured boy, but he possesses a perverted sense of humor, especially when it comes to teasing his older sister, Miki. He often makes unwelcome comments about her developing figure and has a habit of trying to grab her breasts, an act for which he is immediately and justly punished with a sharp hit from her fist. Despite these antics, he genuinely adores and cares deeply for Miki, looking up to her even as he annoys her. He is also known to be a bit of a crybaby, easily moved to tears when hurt or scared.
His role within the Makimura household is that of a beloved younger sibling. He shares a close bond with Akira Fudo, who is like an adoptive older brother to him, and Tare greatly admires Akira, especially for his strength and bravery. He also becomes friends with Masa Bokuto, a fellow student and ally of Akira's who later tries to protect Tare and Miki. His primary function in the narrative is to represent the innocent and fragile human life that is caught in the crossfire of the conflict between demons and humanity. He is a source of lighthearted comic relief in the early parts of the story, but his presence becomes a powerful tool for tragedy as the situation spirals into chaos.
As the story progresses towards its devastating conclusion, Tare's initial joy at reading about human efforts to fight back against the demon threat turns to terror. After Akira is publicly outed as a Devilman, Tare and his family are targeted by a paranoid mob of their own neighbors. During the assault on his home, Tare is sent upstairs to hide by Miki. Tragically, his fate is sealed when he is cornered in the house. He is killed by the mob, and his body is decapitated. The full horror of the situation is realized when Miki, running for her life, sees her little brother's headless body fall down the stairs, followed by a man carrying his severed head. His death is a pivotal and brutal moment that signifies the complete loss of childhood innocence and the total breakdown of human society.
In terms of abilities, Tare possesses none of the supernatural powers found in other characters. He is a completely ordinary human child, with no combat skills or special talents. His defining characteristics are his emotional vulnerability, his childish mischief, and the physical manifestation of his fear, which makes him one of the most purely defenseless characters in the entire narrative.