Description
Nakiami serves as a central figure, initially introduced as a scout for the international postal airship *Zanbani*. She possesses short red hair, dark blue eyes, and distinctive purple triangular tattoos on her cheeks. Her typical attire consists of a black sleeveless top under a white corset with a yellow tie, poofy purple pants ending just past her knees, red armbands with white stripes, and matching sandals. For operations involving her Beat Kayak, she adds tan goggles, gloves, and a poncho.
Her demeanor is frequently unemotional and reserved, projecting calm detachment even in high-stress situations. Despite this outward serenity, she demonstrates deep compassion through actions, particularly in her dedication to protecting others and her expertise in managing Xam'd transformations. She operates with significant independence, often making decisions that conflict with the *Zanbani*'s chain of command.
Originally from Tessik Village, she joined the *Zanbani* crew years before the main events. A pivotal moment occurred five years prior when she discovered Raigyo Tsunomata mid-transformation into a Xam'd. Despite her efforts to halt his petrification, she began turning to stone herself until Ahm intervened and rescued them. This failure intensified her commitment to understanding and managing Hiruko symbionts. Her name, "Nakiami," originated when the crew heard Ishu Benikawa shout "no more tears" (泣き止め, *nakiyame*) at her during a vulnerable moment.
Her primary role involves mediating relationships between humans and Hiruko symbionts. She first encounters Akiyuki Takehara after his involuntary transformation into a Xam'd on Sentan Island. She subdues him, offers a choice between life under her guidance or death by petrification, and transports him to the *Zanbani*. There, she oversees his adaptation to the Hiruko, emphasizing mental discipline to maintain control over transformations and avoid petrification. She extends similar care to other Hiruko-affected characters, including Furuichi Teraoka later in the story.
Her abilities include proficiency in operating and maintaining a Beat Kayak, exceptional long-range marksmanship, and the unique capacity to hear the voices of Xam'd and Humanform Weapons. This auditory sensitivity aids her in anticipating threats and understanding these entities.
Key relationships define aspects of her development. Her dynamic with *Zanbani* captain Ishu Benikawa is strained and often contentious; Ishu resorts to verbal insults and physical discipline, such as slapping, though she later exhibits remorse. With Raigyo Tsunomata, she shares a bond forged through their shared history and his subsequent departure from the airship. Her mentorship of Akiyuki evolves into mutual respect as she guides him through the physical and emotional challenges of his transformation.
Additional trivia notes her design and Beat Kayak draw inspiration from Nausicaä of *Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind*. She also cannot write, a detail underscoring aspects of her background.
Her demeanor is frequently unemotional and reserved, projecting calm detachment even in high-stress situations. Despite this outward serenity, she demonstrates deep compassion through actions, particularly in her dedication to protecting others and her expertise in managing Xam'd transformations. She operates with significant independence, often making decisions that conflict with the *Zanbani*'s chain of command.
Originally from Tessik Village, she joined the *Zanbani* crew years before the main events. A pivotal moment occurred five years prior when she discovered Raigyo Tsunomata mid-transformation into a Xam'd. Despite her efforts to halt his petrification, she began turning to stone herself until Ahm intervened and rescued them. This failure intensified her commitment to understanding and managing Hiruko symbionts. Her name, "Nakiami," originated when the crew heard Ishu Benikawa shout "no more tears" (泣き止め, *nakiyame*) at her during a vulnerable moment.
Her primary role involves mediating relationships between humans and Hiruko symbionts. She first encounters Akiyuki Takehara after his involuntary transformation into a Xam'd on Sentan Island. She subdues him, offers a choice between life under her guidance or death by petrification, and transports him to the *Zanbani*. There, she oversees his adaptation to the Hiruko, emphasizing mental discipline to maintain control over transformations and avoid petrification. She extends similar care to other Hiruko-affected characters, including Furuichi Teraoka later in the story.
Her abilities include proficiency in operating and maintaining a Beat Kayak, exceptional long-range marksmanship, and the unique capacity to hear the voices of Xam'd and Humanform Weapons. This auditory sensitivity aids her in anticipating threats and understanding these entities.
Key relationships define aspects of her development. Her dynamic with *Zanbani* captain Ishu Benikawa is strained and often contentious; Ishu resorts to verbal insults and physical discipline, such as slapping, though she later exhibits remorse. With Raigyo Tsunomata, she shares a bond forged through their shared history and his subsequent departure from the airship. Her mentorship of Akiyuki evolves into mutual respect as she guides him through the physical and emotional challenges of his transformation.
Additional trivia notes her design and Beat Kayak draw inspiration from Nausicaä of *Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind*. She also cannot write, a detail underscoring aspects of her background.