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Gentaro Yumeno, operating under the stage name Phantom, represents the Shibuya Division as part of rap collective Fling Posse. His identity is built on elaborate deception: after the governing body Chuohku caused his older brother—the true Gentaro Yumeno—to fall into a coma, he assumed his sibling’s name and existence to pursue justice against Chuohku. He maintained this impersonation even following his brother’s eventual awakening. Album credits hint at his unconfirmed birth name as 夢太郎, with possible readings like Yumetaro, Yutaro, or Botaro.
Visually distinctive, he sports layered pale brown hair with long bangs and emerald green eyes accented by lavender highlights. His attire blends traditional Japanese elements: a white kosode layered over a black button-up turtleneck, finished with a black capelet displaying amethyst purple patterning underneath. A chain connects the capelet’s lapels, bearing the Fling Posse insignia. He completes the ensemble with a steel gray hakama, a black obi secured by a dusty yellow cord in an Ume-musubi knot, and black cap-toe boots. His Hypnosis Mic mimics a candlestick telephone, while his speakers materialize as red pedestal lanterns encircled by floating omikuji fortune slips.
Elusiveness defines his personality, weaving truth and falsehoods seamlessly to shield himself from vulnerability—a defense mechanism rooted in past isolation and self-doubt. Beneath this facade, he exhibits social anxiety, prefers solitude, and observes others for literary inspiration. Despite his guarded nature, he demonstrates fierce loyalty to close allies, readily endangering himself for their safety. His sharp observational skills fuel his storytelling, though he retains a pragmatic worldview and shuns attention despite his eccentric demeanor.
As a novelist, he writes across varied genres, drawing from human interactions and personal history. The literary alias "Yumeno" potentially nods to surrealist author Yumeno Kyusaku, echoing themes of dreams and constructed narratives. His rap ability, "Imitation," replicates opponents’ techniques during battles. He contributes to Fling Posse tracks including "SHIBUYA GHOST NIGHT," "JACKPOT!," and "Black Journey," alongside solo works like "Scenario Liar" and "Calyx."
Within Fling Posse, his dynamic with Dice Arisugawa balances constant bickering against profound trust. The group formed without prior bonds under Ramuda Amemura’s leadership, initially united by shared nihilism. Their connection intensifies over time, with Gentaro displaying fierce protectiveness toward both Ramuda and Dice. Key events include Fling Posse’s victory in the 2nd Division Rap Battle—where they faked defeat as tactical deception before overwhelming opponents—alongside aiding Ramuda during a Shibuya Halloween paranormal crisis and defending him against Chuohku clones.
His development involves gradually dismantling emotional barriers through Fling Posse bonds. Initially perceiving relationships as transactional or hazardous, he learns to value authentic connections while retaining lying as a core trait. His evolution reflects in shifted philosophical quotes: abandoning Charlie Chaplin’s "What do you want meaning for? Life is desire, not meaning" for John Lennon’s "Being honest may not get you many friends but it’ll always get you the right ones."
Visually distinctive, he sports layered pale brown hair with long bangs and emerald green eyes accented by lavender highlights. His attire blends traditional Japanese elements: a white kosode layered over a black button-up turtleneck, finished with a black capelet displaying amethyst purple patterning underneath. A chain connects the capelet’s lapels, bearing the Fling Posse insignia. He completes the ensemble with a steel gray hakama, a black obi secured by a dusty yellow cord in an Ume-musubi knot, and black cap-toe boots. His Hypnosis Mic mimics a candlestick telephone, while his speakers materialize as red pedestal lanterns encircled by floating omikuji fortune slips.
Elusiveness defines his personality, weaving truth and falsehoods seamlessly to shield himself from vulnerability—a defense mechanism rooted in past isolation and self-doubt. Beneath this facade, he exhibits social anxiety, prefers solitude, and observes others for literary inspiration. Despite his guarded nature, he demonstrates fierce loyalty to close allies, readily endangering himself for their safety. His sharp observational skills fuel his storytelling, though he retains a pragmatic worldview and shuns attention despite his eccentric demeanor.
As a novelist, he writes across varied genres, drawing from human interactions and personal history. The literary alias "Yumeno" potentially nods to surrealist author Yumeno Kyusaku, echoing themes of dreams and constructed narratives. His rap ability, "Imitation," replicates opponents’ techniques during battles. He contributes to Fling Posse tracks including "SHIBUYA GHOST NIGHT," "JACKPOT!," and "Black Journey," alongside solo works like "Scenario Liar" and "Calyx."
Within Fling Posse, his dynamic with Dice Arisugawa balances constant bickering against profound trust. The group formed without prior bonds under Ramuda Amemura’s leadership, initially united by shared nihilism. Their connection intensifies over time, with Gentaro displaying fierce protectiveness toward both Ramuda and Dice. Key events include Fling Posse’s victory in the 2nd Division Rap Battle—where they faked defeat as tactical deception before overwhelming opponents—alongside aiding Ramuda during a Shibuya Halloween paranormal crisis and defending him against Chuohku clones.
His development involves gradually dismantling emotional barriers through Fling Posse bonds. Initially perceiving relationships as transactional or hazardous, he learns to value authentic connections while retaining lying as a core trait. His evolution reflects in shifted philosophical quotes: abandoning Charlie Chaplin’s "What do you want meaning for? Life is desire, not meaning" for John Lennon’s "Being honest may not get you many friends but it’ll always get you the right ones."