TV-Series
Description
Kappei hails from Iga, a village in Oedo steeped in ninja history. Born into a family with shinobi lineage, he honed his swordsmanship under his grandfather, Gen'unsai, who ran a kendo dojo. His youth involved rigorous martial arts training and immersion in local ninja folklore, especially during events like the Requiem Festival celebrating ninja history through stage plays.
He possesses fair skin, light blue spiky hair, and large, round blue eyes. A small X-shaped scar marks his left cheek, and sports tape crosses the bridge of his nose. His standard attire is the World Ninja Association (WNA) Neo-Shinobi Overalls, layered with a blue XINOBI hoodie featuring pink arm stripes. He accessorizes with a backward white and pink baseball cap, leaving a tuft of hair visible. Traditional loincloths replace modern underwear, and his in-game character model sometimes omits the scar for customization, except during special events.
Kappei displays a carefree and innocent nature, often napping or playing outside training. However, he approaches ninja studies with intense seriousness, diligently reviewing scrolls and executing missions. His communication skills can be lacking, causing delays in reporting critical updates. Profound loyalty defines him, especially towards those he protects, though he acts impulsively when confronting threats. Official illustrations confirm his extreme fondness for sweets.
His story starts in Iga, witnessing masked assailants—later implied to be WNA agents—attack Gen'unsai. During this, he encounters Gumchi, a centuries-old gum-like alien sheltered by his family. Refusing to surrender Gumchi, Kappei defends both, with Gumchi transforming into a weapon to repel the assault. This reveals his family's secret ninja heritage and a hidden shrine in a bamboo forest. Gen'unsai then tasks Kappei with traveling to Komerika for advanced training under his twin brother, Genryusai, while safeguarding Gumchi. Reluctant to leave his grandfather, Kappei departs for Komerika.
In Komerika, Kappei joins Genryusai's training alongside other students like Van and Berecca. During a mission in Oedo, he remotely supports Berecca pursuing a WNA intelligence operative. While attempting to redirect her focus to protocols, he provides contextual guidance about Oedo and relays messages from Genryusai, albeit delayed. Later, he reunites with Gen'unsai during an attack by a Lion Dance Car. As Berecca battles the machine, Kappei deduces the mechanics behind Space Ninjas' power absorption abilities. He demonstrates this using Gumchi's transformative capabilities, solidifying his role as both combatant and analyst. After missions, he returns to Komerika for further training.
His bond with Gumchi is central, marked by mutual trust and brotherly affection. Gumchi's morphing ability enhances Kappei's combat, their partnership forged during the initial attack in Iga. Kappei develops a friendly rivalry with Van, noting their shared tendency to doze off during lectures despite dedication. He serves as the official model for the XINOBI brand in in-game promotional content.
He possesses fair skin, light blue spiky hair, and large, round blue eyes. A small X-shaped scar marks his left cheek, and sports tape crosses the bridge of his nose. His standard attire is the World Ninja Association (WNA) Neo-Shinobi Overalls, layered with a blue XINOBI hoodie featuring pink arm stripes. He accessorizes with a backward white and pink baseball cap, leaving a tuft of hair visible. Traditional loincloths replace modern underwear, and his in-game character model sometimes omits the scar for customization, except during special events.
Kappei displays a carefree and innocent nature, often napping or playing outside training. However, he approaches ninja studies with intense seriousness, diligently reviewing scrolls and executing missions. His communication skills can be lacking, causing delays in reporting critical updates. Profound loyalty defines him, especially towards those he protects, though he acts impulsively when confronting threats. Official illustrations confirm his extreme fondness for sweets.
His story starts in Iga, witnessing masked assailants—later implied to be WNA agents—attack Gen'unsai. During this, he encounters Gumchi, a centuries-old gum-like alien sheltered by his family. Refusing to surrender Gumchi, Kappei defends both, with Gumchi transforming into a weapon to repel the assault. This reveals his family's secret ninja heritage and a hidden shrine in a bamboo forest. Gen'unsai then tasks Kappei with traveling to Komerika for advanced training under his twin brother, Genryusai, while safeguarding Gumchi. Reluctant to leave his grandfather, Kappei departs for Komerika.
In Komerika, Kappei joins Genryusai's training alongside other students like Van and Berecca. During a mission in Oedo, he remotely supports Berecca pursuing a WNA intelligence operative. While attempting to redirect her focus to protocols, he provides contextual guidance about Oedo and relays messages from Genryusai, albeit delayed. Later, he reunites with Gen'unsai during an attack by a Lion Dance Car. As Berecca battles the machine, Kappei deduces the mechanics behind Space Ninjas' power absorption abilities. He demonstrates this using Gumchi's transformative capabilities, solidifying his role as both combatant and analyst. After missions, he returns to Komerika for further training.
His bond with Gumchi is central, marked by mutual trust and brotherly affection. Gumchi's morphing ability enhances Kappei's combat, their partnership forged during the initial attack in Iga. Kappei develops a friendly rivalry with Van, noting their shared tendency to doze off during lectures despite dedication. He serves as the official model for the XINOBI brand in in-game promotional content.