TV Special
Description
Daisuke Jigen operates as the primary marksman and fiercely loyal partner to Lupin III. His origins shift across different stories, with one version placing him in the Bronx, New York. There, he joined the mob, learning firearms from Joe of Spades before relocating to Europe and the Italian mafia. Involved with his boss's wife, Cicciolina, Jigen took the blame when she accidentally killed her husband, fleeing with her Smith & Wesson Model 19 revolver – the weapon that became his signature. Cicciolina later manipulated him into killing her as part of a suicide pact, an event pivotal to his decision to abandon contract killing for thievery. Other accounts propose a Japanese origin or childhood link to Lupin, though these remain inconsistent.
Jigen wields near-superhuman marksmanship, achieving a 0.3-second quick draw and feats like shooting missiles mid-flight or deflecting bullets. While favoring revolvers, he masters sniper rifles, machine guns, and anti-tank weaponry. His ever-present trademark fedora aids target acquisition but isn't essential for his uncanny accuracy. He is also highly skilled in hand-to-hand combat, vehicle operation—including tanks and aircraft—and disguise.
Personality-wise, Jigen projects a cynical, pragmatic exterior and a notoriously quick temper, often reacting violently to insults from anyone. Yet he maintains unwavering loyalty to Lupin, acting as a grounding force against the thief's impulsiveness. He deeply distrusts Fujiko Mine and carries a history of failed romantic entanglements, fueling his general pessimism. Though willing to kill when necessary, he strictly adheres to a personal code against harming women or children unless directly threatened. His demeanor features deadpan humor and a preference for solitude, smoking, whiskey, and spaghetti westerns.
Visually, Jigen is consistently defined by a chin-strap beard, unkempt collar-length hair, and a broad-brimmed fedora obscuring his eyes. His core wardrobe consists of dark suits—typically gray, black, or blue-green—paired with dress shirts, neckties, and lace-up boots. Specific attire varies, such as the dark gray suit, purple shirt, and white tie worn in *Lupin the 3rd Part 4*, which connects to the *Italian Game* special.
Within *Italian Game*, Jigen participates in investigating Rebecca Rossellini's kidnapping and the contest for the Count of Cagliostro's inheritance orchestrated by the Masked Count. He provides crucial support to Lupin during heists and confrontations, including enduring capture and torture. His role exemplifies his established traits: delivering precise firepower, expressing skepticism about Lupin's romantic pursuits, and offering steadfast partnership throughout the crisis.
Jigen wields near-superhuman marksmanship, achieving a 0.3-second quick draw and feats like shooting missiles mid-flight or deflecting bullets. While favoring revolvers, he masters sniper rifles, machine guns, and anti-tank weaponry. His ever-present trademark fedora aids target acquisition but isn't essential for his uncanny accuracy. He is also highly skilled in hand-to-hand combat, vehicle operation—including tanks and aircraft—and disguise.
Personality-wise, Jigen projects a cynical, pragmatic exterior and a notoriously quick temper, often reacting violently to insults from anyone. Yet he maintains unwavering loyalty to Lupin, acting as a grounding force against the thief's impulsiveness. He deeply distrusts Fujiko Mine and carries a history of failed romantic entanglements, fueling his general pessimism. Though willing to kill when necessary, he strictly adheres to a personal code against harming women or children unless directly threatened. His demeanor features deadpan humor and a preference for solitude, smoking, whiskey, and spaghetti westerns.
Visually, Jigen is consistently defined by a chin-strap beard, unkempt collar-length hair, and a broad-brimmed fedora obscuring his eyes. His core wardrobe consists of dark suits—typically gray, black, or blue-green—paired with dress shirts, neckties, and lace-up boots. Specific attire varies, such as the dark gray suit, purple shirt, and white tie worn in *Lupin the 3rd Part 4*, which connects to the *Italian Game* special.
Within *Italian Game*, Jigen participates in investigating Rebecca Rossellini's kidnapping and the contest for the Count of Cagliostro's inheritance orchestrated by the Masked Count. He provides crucial support to Lupin during heists and confrontations, including enduring capture and torture. His role exemplifies his established traits: delivering precise firepower, expressing skepticism about Lupin's romantic pursuits, and offering steadfast partnership throughout the crisis.