OVA
Description
Ninja Master Gara, a prominent figure in the world of Bastard!!, is originally introduced as one of the Four Divine Kings of the Dark Rebel Army. He is a master of ninjutsu who commands a force of thousands of dark ninjas and wields the legendary Murasame Blade, a magical sword capable of sending shockwaves and drawing on the wielder’s life force for powerful attacks. Physically, Gara is tall and muscular, with dark messy hair and a noticeable scar on the left side of his face, often clad in spiked battle armor. Despite his initial allegiance to the Dark Rebel Army, his loyalty shifts early in the story after he attempts to assassinate Dark Schneider. Dark easily defeats him, and instead of killing him, spares him, which impresses Gara and leads him to switch sides and become one of Dark Schneider’s most trusted generals.
Gara’s personality is defined by a tough, free-spirited nature. He is proud of his ninja skills and his title, yet he never underestimates an opponent and is notably perceptive about others’ true intentions. Underneath his rough exterior, he is deeply manly and dependable, taking good care of those he considers allies. His motivation stems from a personal code forged by his upbringing: the son of a great ninja, he once sought to become strong enough to defeat anyone, but after achieving that goal through his encounter with Dark Schneider, he found new purpose in loyalty and camaraderie. He is driven by a sense of honor and a desire to protect his comrades, particularly after being shown mercy.
In the story, Gara serves as a key ally to Dark Schneider against the forces seeking to resurrect the Goddess of Destruction, Anthrasax. His role evolves from a formidable antagonist to a steadfast supporter, providing both combat prowess and strategic leadership. Key relationships include his deep respect for Dark Schneider, whom he views as an equal in strength and spirit; his rivalry and eventual camaraderie with fellow Divine Kings such as Kall-Su and Arshes Nei; and his protective bond with younger characters like Lucien Renlen. Over the course of the series, Gara undergoes significant development, maturing from a lone warrior obsessed with strength into a reliable team player who values loyalty and friendship. He also demonstrates a sense of humor, rivaling Dark Schneider only in his perverted tendencies.
Notable abilities include master-level swordsmanship, heightened speed and strength enabling him to create multiple afterimages through the Ninja Art of the Seven Body Split, advanced stealth techniques, and a repertoire of ninja weaponry such as shurikens and kunai. He can also don a second set of armor, the Dragon Armor, for even greater defense at the cost of mobility. Through his Murasame Blade, he can launch long-range cutting attacks and, when fueled by his own life force, achieve near-unbeatable magical strikes. While not possessing innate healing, he has been shown to regenerate lost limbs when aided by Dark Schneider’s magic. Gara’s combination of raw power, tactical intelligence, and unwavering loyalty makes him one of the most formidable warriors in the Bastard!! universe.
Gara’s personality is defined by a tough, free-spirited nature. He is proud of his ninja skills and his title, yet he never underestimates an opponent and is notably perceptive about others’ true intentions. Underneath his rough exterior, he is deeply manly and dependable, taking good care of those he considers allies. His motivation stems from a personal code forged by his upbringing: the son of a great ninja, he once sought to become strong enough to defeat anyone, but after achieving that goal through his encounter with Dark Schneider, he found new purpose in loyalty and camaraderie. He is driven by a sense of honor and a desire to protect his comrades, particularly after being shown mercy.
In the story, Gara serves as a key ally to Dark Schneider against the forces seeking to resurrect the Goddess of Destruction, Anthrasax. His role evolves from a formidable antagonist to a steadfast supporter, providing both combat prowess and strategic leadership. Key relationships include his deep respect for Dark Schneider, whom he views as an equal in strength and spirit; his rivalry and eventual camaraderie with fellow Divine Kings such as Kall-Su and Arshes Nei; and his protective bond with younger characters like Lucien Renlen. Over the course of the series, Gara undergoes significant development, maturing from a lone warrior obsessed with strength into a reliable team player who values loyalty and friendship. He also demonstrates a sense of humor, rivaling Dark Schneider only in his perverted tendencies.
Notable abilities include master-level swordsmanship, heightened speed and strength enabling him to create multiple afterimages through the Ninja Art of the Seven Body Split, advanced stealth techniques, and a repertoire of ninja weaponry such as shurikens and kunai. He can also don a second set of armor, the Dragon Armor, for even greater defense at the cost of mobility. Through his Murasame Blade, he can launch long-range cutting attacks and, when fueled by his own life force, achieve near-unbeatable magical strikes. While not possessing innate healing, he has been shown to regenerate lost limbs when aided by Dark Schneider’s magic. Gara’s combination of raw power, tactical intelligence, and unwavering loyalty makes him one of the most formidable warriors in the Bastard!! universe.