Shinra Kusakabe, a 17-year-old male standing 173 cm (5'8") tall and weighing 67 kg (147 lbs), sports short, spiky black hair and crimson eyes marked by piercing white pupils. His sharp teeth and frequent nervous grin add to his striking demeanor. He dons an orange coverall over a white t-shirt, each adorned with "8" patches signifying his role in Special Fire Force Company 8. To accommodate his fiery abilities, he opts for sandals or bare feet, his footwear often succumbing to flames in battle, and rolls his trousers below the knees to shield them from combustion. At five years old, Shinra witnessed a blaze that claimed his mother, Mari Kusakabe, and seemingly his younger brother, Shō. Blamed for the tragedy, he was branded the "Devil" for his unsettling smile, misread as sinister. Determined to vindicate himself and unravel the incident’s mysteries, he joined the Special Fire Force Training Academy, later becoming a Second Class Fire Soldier in Company 8. Shinra commands the Third Generation Ignition Ability, conjuring flames from his feet to propel himself at high speeds and engage in aerial combat. His rare Adolla Burst, a dimensional flame source, amplifies his power, with both abilities evolving as he confronts new challenges. Within Company 8, Shinra forms steadfast bonds, respecting Captain Akitaru Ōbi deeply and nurturing a spirited rivalry with Arthur Boyle. His resolve intensifies upon learning Shō survived and aligned with the antagonistic Evangelist. Driven to protect others and expose the truth behind his family’s fate, Shinra channels his trauma into relentless growth, forging his path toward redemption and reunion.