Dimple
Dimple
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暗田トメ
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| Personal Description | |
| Nihongo | 暗田トメ |
| Vital Information | |
| Gender | Male |
| Status | Alive |
| First Appearance | |
| Manga Debut | Chapter 6 |
| Anime Debut | Episode 3 |
- Japanese Name: エクボ (Ekubo)
- Alias: Upper-Class Evil Spirit
- Role: Self-proclaimed upper-class evil spirit, ally to Mob
- Franchise:Mob Psycho 100
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Émile Durkheim
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| Born |
David Émile Durkheim
15 April 1858 Épinal, France
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| Died | 15 November 1917(aged 59)
Paris,France
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| Nationality | French |
| Alma mater | École Normale Supérieure |
| Known for | Sacred–profane dichotomy Collective consciousness Social fact Social integration Anomie Collective effervescence |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Philosophy, sociology, education, anthropology, religious studies |
| Institutions | University of Paris, University of Bordeaux |
| Influences | Immanuel Kant, René Descartes,Plato, Herbert Spencer,Aristotle, Montesquieu, Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Auguste Comte. William James, John Dewey, Fustel de Coulanges, Jean-Marie Guyau, Charles Bernard Renouvier, John Stuart Mill |
| Influenced | Marcel Mauss,Claude Lévi-Strauss, Talcott Parsons, Maurice Halbwachs, Jonathan Haidt, Lucien Lévy-Bruhl,Bronisław Malinowski, Fernand Braudel, Pierre Bourdieu, Charles Taylor, Henri Bergson, Emmanuel Levinas, Steven Lukes, Alfred Radcliffe-Brown, E. E. Evans-Pritchard, Mary Douglas, Paul Fauconnet, Robert N. Bellah, Ziya Gökalp, David Bloor, Randall Collins, Neil Smelser[1] |
Background and Role
Dimple, also known as Ekubo, begins as an antagonist in Mob Psycho 100, appearing as a self-proclaimed “upper-class evil spirit” with aspirations to control humanity and become a god. His initial confrontation with Mob ends in defeat, leaving Dimple weakened and unable to achieve his former plans for domination. However, after recognizing Mob’s overwhelming psychic power, Dimple shifts his allegiance and becomes Mob’s companion and, ultimately, the tritagonist of the series. Although their alliance is initially based on Dimple’s ulterior motives, he grows increasingly attached to Mob and the people around him, becoming an unusual but loyal ally.
As the series progresses, Dimple serves as both a comic relief character and a voice of cynical realism, contrasting with Mob’s pure-hearted nature. Despite his past villainy, he often provides guidance and insight for Mob, giving the young psychic perspective on his powers and the darker realities of the psychic world. Dimple’s complex nature as both a former antagonist and unlikely friend makes him a uniquely layered character.
With an exaggerated expression, Dimple showcases his mischievous and humorous side, adding a dose of levity and charm to his ghostly antics.
Personality and Traits
Dimple is mischievous, ambitious, and opportunistic, often seeking out ways to regain his former strength and influence. Although he is outwardly egotistical and self-serving, he shows surprising loyalty and care for Mob, developing a bond that ultimately becomes genuine. His humor and cunning bring balance to Mob’s innocence and humility, as he constantly tests Mob’s values, sometimes providing much-needed advice. Dimple’s attitude toward humans is rooted in his former desire to control them, but as he spends more time with Mob and his friends, he begins to understand the value of human connection and empathy.
Powers and Abilities
- Possession: Dimple’s primary ability is possession, allowing him to take control of weak-minded individuals. While his power is limited around strong psychics, his skill in possession proves useful in various situations.
- Spirit Manipulation: As a spirit, Dimple can manipulate his form, becoming more or less visible as he chooses, and changing his size and appearance.
- Energy Absorption: Dimple can regain strength by consuming other spirits, a practice he uses to gradually restore his power.
Key Events and Development
- Initial Defeat by Mob: Dimple’s first encounter with Mob changes his life, as he is easily overpowered. This defeat is humbling and plants the seeds for his eventual transformation.
- Friendship with Mob: Despite their contrasting personalities, Dimple and Mob form a unique bond. Dimple’s friendship with Mob slowly tempers his darker ambitions, causing him to act as a mentor of sorts.
- Encounter with the Divine Tree: In one of the series’ most intense moments, Dimple takes on a god-like form in an attempt to create a “religion” under his leadership, resulting in a profound revelation and growth for his character.
- Final Sacrifice: Dimple’s ultimate act of selflessness involves risking his existence for Mob’s safety, showcasing his character’s growth and the depth of his loyalty.
Trivia and Insights
- Name Meaning: “Ekubo” (エクボ) translates to “Dimple,” reflecting his trademark smirk and slightly comedic nature.
- Alternate Aspirations: Dimple’s desire to become a god was inspired by a misguided sense of purpose, showing his existential need to feel important, even in the afterlife.
- Unlikely Role Model: Dimple’s guidance to Mob occasionally serves as a practical counterbalance to Reigen’s idealistic advice, often challenging Mob’s ideals in ways that make him consider alternative viewpoints.
- Symbol of Redemption: Over time, Dimple’s journey mirrors themes of redemption and self-acceptance, as he learns that loyalty and friendship offer more fulfillment than his previous ambitions of domination.
Dimple’s character arc exemplifies Mob Psycho 100’s exploration of morality, redemption, and the importance of human connection. From a once-ambitious spirit craving power to a loyal ally who finds meaning in friendship, Dimple remains one of the series’ most engaging and unexpectedly heartfelt characters.