OVA
Description
Black Cat, also known as Kuro-Neko, is a prominent figure in Geobreeders, serving as the informal leader of the were-cats. This group of phantom cats is seeking to establish a safe place for themselves, and Black Cat is the primary force guiding their efforts from the shadows.
The background of this character is shrouded in mystery and long-term activity. He came to the attention of the CIA as far back as the 1960s, earning the label of a ghost spy due to his uncanny ability to disappear quickly from any situation. His past is also connected to notable defecting Russian spies, Yuri Rastvorov and Viktor Belenko, suggesting a history of operating within high-stakes, international espionage.
In terms of personality and motivations, Black Cat is consistently depicted as a strategist who works behind the scenes. He is typically seen wearing a trench coat and a hat, a visual motif that reinforces his secretive and enigmatic nature. His primary motivation is the survival and establishment of a homeland for the were-cats, a goal he pursues through complex, long-term plans. While he personally prefers to avoid causing harm to humans or unnecessary damage to property, he does not prevent those under his command from taking action if humans obstruct their objectives. This makes him a pragmatic leader rather than a malevolent one.
Black Cat's role in the story is as a key orchestrator of major events. He has a significant history with the Kagura Company, having convinced the original founder, Hiroyuki Kagura, to join forces against the Japanese government. He later attempts to forge a similar alliance with the protagonist, Yoichi Taba, trying to recruit him to the were-cats cause. His influence is also felt through his deployment of spies, such as sending the young were-cat Maya to infiltrate Kagura Total Security. Beyond these alliances, he has worked to acquire serious military assets, including a submarine and a nuclear warhead, demonstrating the extreme lengths he is willing to go to for his goals.
Key relationships define much of his character arc. His relationship with his own comrades is fraught with tension; his plans are often so slow and difficult to understand that his followers eventually turn against him, forcing him to leave Ayagane City for a time. He returns later with a group of about twenty young female were-cats trained in electronic espionage, showcasing his resilience and ability to rebuild his faction. His relationship with Yoichi Taba is a persistent thread, as he continues to pressure Taba, even going so far as to encourage him to flee from the government anti-phantom cat squad known as Hound.
Regarding character development, Black Cat experiences a significant fall from grace when his own group rejects him due to the inscrutable nature of his schemes. This forced exile is a turning point, but his return with a new, specialized team indicates he has adapted and remains committed to his overarching plan, albeit with new methods and personnel.
Finally, Black Cat possesses notable abilities that extend beyond physical combat. His reputation as a ghost spy speaks to a preternatural talent for evasion and infiltration. He is a skilled recruiter and manipulator, able to convince powerful humans to join his cause. Later in the story, he demonstrates the ability to train others in electronic espionage, and he himself has a known personal quirk, enjoying watching the anime Trigun on television to relax. This small detail adds a layer of unexpected normalcy to an otherwise inscrutable and driven leader.
The background of this character is shrouded in mystery and long-term activity. He came to the attention of the CIA as far back as the 1960s, earning the label of a ghost spy due to his uncanny ability to disappear quickly from any situation. His past is also connected to notable defecting Russian spies, Yuri Rastvorov and Viktor Belenko, suggesting a history of operating within high-stakes, international espionage.
In terms of personality and motivations, Black Cat is consistently depicted as a strategist who works behind the scenes. He is typically seen wearing a trench coat and a hat, a visual motif that reinforces his secretive and enigmatic nature. His primary motivation is the survival and establishment of a homeland for the were-cats, a goal he pursues through complex, long-term plans. While he personally prefers to avoid causing harm to humans or unnecessary damage to property, he does not prevent those under his command from taking action if humans obstruct their objectives. This makes him a pragmatic leader rather than a malevolent one.
Black Cat's role in the story is as a key orchestrator of major events. He has a significant history with the Kagura Company, having convinced the original founder, Hiroyuki Kagura, to join forces against the Japanese government. He later attempts to forge a similar alliance with the protagonist, Yoichi Taba, trying to recruit him to the were-cats cause. His influence is also felt through his deployment of spies, such as sending the young were-cat Maya to infiltrate Kagura Total Security. Beyond these alliances, he has worked to acquire serious military assets, including a submarine and a nuclear warhead, demonstrating the extreme lengths he is willing to go to for his goals.
Key relationships define much of his character arc. His relationship with his own comrades is fraught with tension; his plans are often so slow and difficult to understand that his followers eventually turn against him, forcing him to leave Ayagane City for a time. He returns later with a group of about twenty young female were-cats trained in electronic espionage, showcasing his resilience and ability to rebuild his faction. His relationship with Yoichi Taba is a persistent thread, as he continues to pressure Taba, even going so far as to encourage him to flee from the government anti-phantom cat squad known as Hound.
Regarding character development, Black Cat experiences a significant fall from grace when his own group rejects him due to the inscrutable nature of his schemes. This forced exile is a turning point, but his return with a new, specialized team indicates he has adapted and remains committed to his overarching plan, albeit with new methods and personnel.
Finally, Black Cat possesses notable abilities that extend beyond physical combat. His reputation as a ghost spy speaks to a preternatural talent for evasion and infiltration. He is a skilled recruiter and manipulator, able to convince powerful humans to join his cause. Later in the story, he demonstrates the ability to train others in electronic espionage, and he himself has a known personal quirk, enjoying watching the anime Trigun on television to relax. This small detail adds a layer of unexpected normalcy to an otherwise inscrutable and driven leader.