TV-Series
Description
Hatsushimo is a destroyer character from the Hatsuharu class, serving as its fourth ship. Her background is deeply connected to the historical ship she represents, which participated in numerous major battles of the Pacific War, including the Aleutian Islands campaign, the Battle of the Komandorski Islands, the evacuation of Kiska, the Battle of the Philippine Sea, Operation Kita, and Operation Ten-Gō. She was the last destroyer of the Imperial Japanese Navy to be sunk in World War II, meeting her end after striking a mine in July 1945. This historical context heavily informs her character, particularly her remarkable luck and her dedication to protecting others, as her real-life counterpart was known for surviving intense operations and rescuing survivors, including nearly 2,400 people from other ships during Operation Ten-Gō alone.
In terms of personality, Hatsushimo is consistently portrayed as selfless, humble, and professional. She speaks in a polite, feminine, and enthusiastic manner, and her primary motivation is the protection of others, which she references often. This is most powerfully expressed in her MVP line, where she states that even saving a single boat or a single person is enough to bring her satisfaction. She is friendly and dedicated to her escort duties, often expressing a desire to safeguard battleships and her fellow fleet members. However, this gentle demeanor changes when she is moderately damaged, where her artwork and dialogue reveal a much angrier and fiercely determined side, reflecting a resolute will not to sink. This duality, combining kindness with a strong will to survive, is a core part of her identity.
Her role within the story of Kan Colle Season 2: Let's Meet at Sea, while not central, establishes her as a reliable and dutiful member of the fleet. She appears in episode four as a messenger who informs the destroyer Shigure of a summons from the admiral, a role that aligns with her professional and responsible nature. This brief appearance reinforces her character as a hardworking and dependable ship girl who operates within the chain of command.
Key relationships are primarily defined by her history of rescue and survival. She shares a bond with the ships she saved, particularly the light cruiser Yahagi and the destroyer Hamakaze, whose survivors she rescued during the sinking of Yamato. In her idle line as a remodeled Kai or Kai Ni, she expresses concern for them, wondering if they are alright, which shows that these past experiences weigh on her mind. Her dedication extends to the admiral as well, whom she vows to protect.
Hatsushimo undergoes significant development through her in-game remodels, which are reflected in her design and attitude. Her standard appearance features a black suit jacket and matching skirt over a white shirt and red tie, with long black hair tied near the end. She carries her armaments, including 12.7cm gun mounts and 61cm triple torpedo mounts attached to her waist. When she reaches her second remodel, Hatsushimo Kai Ni, her appearance changes to show a more veteran status. She gains a blue headband, a new blazer, and rolls up her sleeves. In a nod to her comrades from Operation Ten-Gō, she wears mismatched socks like Yahagi and Yamato. Her personality in this form is more direct and outspoken, cautioning against reckless plans and demonstrating a more seasoned, combat-ready focus.
Notable abilities are a direct reflection of her historical service record. Her most prominent trait is exceptionally high luck, which caps at 100 in her final remodel, surpassing even the famously lucky destroyer Yukikaze. This makes her an ideal candidate for night battle cut-in attacks, where a high luck stat significantly increases the probability of a critical hit. Furthermore, she boasts powerful anti-aircraft capabilities, which are among the highest of destroyers in the game. Her second remodel is equipped with specialized anti-air gear, including a Type 13 Air Radar Kai and a Type 91 Anti-Aircraft Fire Director, allowing her to effectively protect the fleet from enemy aircraft. These abilities, combining exceptional luck with strong defensive power, make Hatsushimo a valuable escort ship, perfectly embodying her title and her greatest desire to be a protector.
In terms of personality, Hatsushimo is consistently portrayed as selfless, humble, and professional. She speaks in a polite, feminine, and enthusiastic manner, and her primary motivation is the protection of others, which she references often. This is most powerfully expressed in her MVP line, where she states that even saving a single boat or a single person is enough to bring her satisfaction. She is friendly and dedicated to her escort duties, often expressing a desire to safeguard battleships and her fellow fleet members. However, this gentle demeanor changes when she is moderately damaged, where her artwork and dialogue reveal a much angrier and fiercely determined side, reflecting a resolute will not to sink. This duality, combining kindness with a strong will to survive, is a core part of her identity.
Her role within the story of Kan Colle Season 2: Let's Meet at Sea, while not central, establishes her as a reliable and dutiful member of the fleet. She appears in episode four as a messenger who informs the destroyer Shigure of a summons from the admiral, a role that aligns with her professional and responsible nature. This brief appearance reinforces her character as a hardworking and dependable ship girl who operates within the chain of command.
Key relationships are primarily defined by her history of rescue and survival. She shares a bond with the ships she saved, particularly the light cruiser Yahagi and the destroyer Hamakaze, whose survivors she rescued during the sinking of Yamato. In her idle line as a remodeled Kai or Kai Ni, she expresses concern for them, wondering if they are alright, which shows that these past experiences weigh on her mind. Her dedication extends to the admiral as well, whom she vows to protect.
Hatsushimo undergoes significant development through her in-game remodels, which are reflected in her design and attitude. Her standard appearance features a black suit jacket and matching skirt over a white shirt and red tie, with long black hair tied near the end. She carries her armaments, including 12.7cm gun mounts and 61cm triple torpedo mounts attached to her waist. When she reaches her second remodel, Hatsushimo Kai Ni, her appearance changes to show a more veteran status. She gains a blue headband, a new blazer, and rolls up her sleeves. In a nod to her comrades from Operation Ten-Gō, she wears mismatched socks like Yahagi and Yamato. Her personality in this form is more direct and outspoken, cautioning against reckless plans and demonstrating a more seasoned, combat-ready focus.
Notable abilities are a direct reflection of her historical service record. Her most prominent trait is exceptionally high luck, which caps at 100 in her final remodel, surpassing even the famously lucky destroyer Yukikaze. This makes her an ideal candidate for night battle cut-in attacks, where a high luck stat significantly increases the probability of a critical hit. Furthermore, she boasts powerful anti-aircraft capabilities, which are among the highest of destroyers in the game. Her second remodel is equipped with specialized anti-air gear, including a Type 13 Air Radar Kai and a Type 91 Anti-Aircraft Fire Director, allowing her to effectively protect the fleet from enemy aircraft. These abilities, combining exceptional luck with strong defensive power, make Hatsushimo a valuable escort ship, perfectly embodying her title and her greatest desire to be a protector.