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Saki Nikaidō was born on May 15, 1979, and met her end on August 30, 1997, at the age of 18 from injuries sustained in a motorcycle crash. In life, she carved her name as the legendary leader of the all-female biker gang Dorami, which ruled the roads of Kyushu. Her death came during a chicken race on Kagamiyama when her motorcycle plunged over a cliff; she was found alive but succumbed to severe lacerations and burns roughly two hours later at a hospital. Police suspected the rival group "Ladies" might have been involved, though the full truth may have been concealed to shield her fellow Dorami members.
Before her death, Saki was a friendless rebel who found purpose after hearing a motivational radio broadcast by the musician White Ryu. This inspired her to befriend Reiko Amabuki and join Dorami, where she forged a reputation as a fearless thrill-seeker. She took pleasure in nurturing Tamagotchi virtual pets, though they often morphed into "Oyajitchi" from neglect, and she was a regular at a chicken restaurant called Drive-In Tori. She avoided sweet foods but held a deep fondness for chicken dishes. Beneath her hardened exterior, she clung to a belief in Santa Claus until the very end.
Resurrected as a zombie, designated Zombie Number 2, Saki emerged as the de facto leader of the idol group Franchouchou, her natural command echoing past glories. Initially dismissive of idol life, her outlook shifted after a rap battle with fellow member Sakura Minamoto, whose display of raw courage won Saki’s respect. She tackles performances with the same do-or-die intensity that defined her life, motivating the group with unwavering seriousness.
Saki projects a tough and rebellious aura, often threatening to beat others down and declaring respect only for those with guts. Yet she also shows fierce loyalty, empathy, and a powerful sense of duty toward her teammates. At times, a softer side surfaces, as when she comforted Ai Mizuno upon learning the details of Ai’s death. Well-versed in local Saga culture, she leverages this knowledge to help Franchouchou connect with the community.
As a zombie, Saki commands supernatural abilities including agelessness, detachable limbs, phosphorescent vision, and the power to absorb substances like medicine or electricity. She retains her lifetime physical prowess: expert combat skills, masterful cycling, and the ability to write complex kanji. Effectively unkillable, she fearlessly executes dangerous stunts, even reenacting the fatal motorcycle jump that ended her life.
Key arcs see her reconciling with her past through encounters with Reiko Amabuki, who safeguarded Saki’s last Tamagotchi and motorcycle keys as keepsakes. In the second season, she takes over a local radio show after her childhood idol White Ryu retires and appoints Franchouchou as his successors. During this chapter, she confesses her feelings to White Ryu, who tells her to try again when she’s a grown woman—a harsh reminder that zombies do not age. Later, she uses the radio to rally support for Saga after a disaster, speaking earnestly about unity and recovery.
She works various part-time jobs, including construction, to help pay off the group’s debts. Her relationship with producer Kotaro Tatsumi is often combative, though they occasionally share enthusiasm over common interests like local events.
Before her death, Saki was a friendless rebel who found purpose after hearing a motivational radio broadcast by the musician White Ryu. This inspired her to befriend Reiko Amabuki and join Dorami, where she forged a reputation as a fearless thrill-seeker. She took pleasure in nurturing Tamagotchi virtual pets, though they often morphed into "Oyajitchi" from neglect, and she was a regular at a chicken restaurant called Drive-In Tori. She avoided sweet foods but held a deep fondness for chicken dishes. Beneath her hardened exterior, she clung to a belief in Santa Claus until the very end.
Resurrected as a zombie, designated Zombie Number 2, Saki emerged as the de facto leader of the idol group Franchouchou, her natural command echoing past glories. Initially dismissive of idol life, her outlook shifted after a rap battle with fellow member Sakura Minamoto, whose display of raw courage won Saki’s respect. She tackles performances with the same do-or-die intensity that defined her life, motivating the group with unwavering seriousness.
Saki projects a tough and rebellious aura, often threatening to beat others down and declaring respect only for those with guts. Yet she also shows fierce loyalty, empathy, and a powerful sense of duty toward her teammates. At times, a softer side surfaces, as when she comforted Ai Mizuno upon learning the details of Ai’s death. Well-versed in local Saga culture, she leverages this knowledge to help Franchouchou connect with the community.
As a zombie, Saki commands supernatural abilities including agelessness, detachable limbs, phosphorescent vision, and the power to absorb substances like medicine or electricity. She retains her lifetime physical prowess: expert combat skills, masterful cycling, and the ability to write complex kanji. Effectively unkillable, she fearlessly executes dangerous stunts, even reenacting the fatal motorcycle jump that ended her life.
Key arcs see her reconciling with her past through encounters with Reiko Amabuki, who safeguarded Saki’s last Tamagotchi and motorcycle keys as keepsakes. In the second season, she takes over a local radio show after her childhood idol White Ryu retires and appoints Franchouchou as his successors. During this chapter, she confesses her feelings to White Ryu, who tells her to try again when she’s a grown woman—a harsh reminder that zombies do not age. Later, she uses the radio to rally support for Saga after a disaster, speaking earnestly about unity and recovery.
She works various part-time jobs, including construction, to help pay off the group’s debts. Her relationship with producer Kotaro Tatsumi is often combative, though they occasionally share enthusiasm over common interests like local events.