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Baku is a purple tapir frequently confused for an eggplant by humans. He serves as Kuromi's sidekick and primary means of transport thanks to his flight capability. His speech consistently ends with "~zona," a regional accent unique to him in his family, who use "~ppe."
Born on February 29, he is the eldest of 13 siblings. He shouldered significant childcare responsibilities for his younger brothers and sisters due to his parents' work, developing an aptitude for it. A turning point came when he ran away after paternal scolding and encountered Kuromi on a beach. Though initially irritated by him, Kuromi comforted Baku and taught him her frustration-management techniques. Her kindness forged his unwavering loyalty, leading him to follow her permanently. This devotion was proven when he purposely got himself arrested to join Kuromi in prison after she was jailed for stealing bread for his family, later aiding her escape using the Melody Key.
His personality blends diligence, envy, and moral complexity. He works a pre-dawn newspaper delivery job to pay rent for himself and Kuromi at Keiichi Hiiragi's mansion, despite no obligation. He resents those he perceives as "the winning team of life" due to looks or success, sometimes mocking them or taking pleasure in their failures. Conversely, he shows kindness, especially to kindergarten children, reflecting his sibling-rearing background. He maintains deep, unreciprocated affection for Kuromi, enduring her frequent physical abuse while dismissing its impact on his feelings.
Baku's abilities evolve. Initially, he uses his keen sense of smell to locate and consume Black Notes—manifestations of corrupted wishes—storing them within his body. He also protects others by wrapping them with his extendable ears. In "Kuru Kuru Shuffle," he becomes the "paragon of Doggone Losers," gaining the power to detect and absorb "loser auras." This energy fuels his "Doggone Loser Beam," which can gradually transform humans into tapirs. He adopts the alter ego "Eggplant Mask" to use this power heroically. Later, in "Sukkiri," he accidentally releases accumulated Black Notes, which mutate into "Huff-Huffs"—remnants of the defeated Spirit of Dark Power—requiring him to track them for Kuromi's Anger Gem collection.
He shares a close bond with his youngest sister, Bako, a pink tapir with Black Note-sensing abilities. Baku is protective of her but feels jealousy when Kuromi favors Bako over him. Beyond this, he nurses crushes on kindergarten teacher Chika-chan and tennis player Charapova-chan; their presence revitalizes him during tough times.
In the film "Yū & Ai," Baku joins Kuromi for a lakeside barbecue. His antics include stealing food, fueling comedic mishaps. Despite initial conflicts, he participates in the communal meal, demonstrating his capacity for reconciliation within the group. Post-series, he reappears in "Kuromi's Pretty Journey," continuing his role as her steadfast companion.
Born on February 29, he is the eldest of 13 siblings. He shouldered significant childcare responsibilities for his younger brothers and sisters due to his parents' work, developing an aptitude for it. A turning point came when he ran away after paternal scolding and encountered Kuromi on a beach. Though initially irritated by him, Kuromi comforted Baku and taught him her frustration-management techniques. Her kindness forged his unwavering loyalty, leading him to follow her permanently. This devotion was proven when he purposely got himself arrested to join Kuromi in prison after she was jailed for stealing bread for his family, later aiding her escape using the Melody Key.
His personality blends diligence, envy, and moral complexity. He works a pre-dawn newspaper delivery job to pay rent for himself and Kuromi at Keiichi Hiiragi's mansion, despite no obligation. He resents those he perceives as "the winning team of life" due to looks or success, sometimes mocking them or taking pleasure in their failures. Conversely, he shows kindness, especially to kindergarten children, reflecting his sibling-rearing background. He maintains deep, unreciprocated affection for Kuromi, enduring her frequent physical abuse while dismissing its impact on his feelings.
Baku's abilities evolve. Initially, he uses his keen sense of smell to locate and consume Black Notes—manifestations of corrupted wishes—storing them within his body. He also protects others by wrapping them with his extendable ears. In "Kuru Kuru Shuffle," he becomes the "paragon of Doggone Losers," gaining the power to detect and absorb "loser auras." This energy fuels his "Doggone Loser Beam," which can gradually transform humans into tapirs. He adopts the alter ego "Eggplant Mask" to use this power heroically. Later, in "Sukkiri," he accidentally releases accumulated Black Notes, which mutate into "Huff-Huffs"—remnants of the defeated Spirit of Dark Power—requiring him to track them for Kuromi's Anger Gem collection.
He shares a close bond with his youngest sister, Bako, a pink tapir with Black Note-sensing abilities. Baku is protective of her but feels jealousy when Kuromi favors Bako over him. Beyond this, he nurses crushes on kindergarten teacher Chika-chan and tennis player Charapova-chan; their presence revitalizes him during tough times.
In the film "Yū & Ai," Baku joins Kuromi for a lakeside barbecue. His antics include stealing food, fueling comedic mishaps. Despite initial conflicts, he participates in the communal meal, demonstrating his capacity for reconciliation within the group. Post-series, he reappears in "Kuromi's Pretty Journey," continuing his role as her steadfast companion.