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Émile Durkheim

Itaru Hashida

  • Japanese Name: 橋田 至 (Hashida Itaru)
  • Nicknames: Daru, DaSH (“Daru the Super Hacker”), Barrel Titor
  • Franchise:Steins;Gate

Émile Durkheim
Born
David Émile Durkheim

(1858-04-15)15 April 1858

Épinal, France
Died 15 November 1917(1917-11-15)(aged 59)

Paris,France
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

Itaru Hashida, more commonly known as Daru, is a founding member of the Future Gadget Laboratory and a close confidant of Rintaro Okabe. Known for his exceptional skills as a hacker, he adopts the alias “DaSH” or “Daru the Super Hacker” when navigating the internet and hacking systems. Daru’s talents prove invaluable for the lab, particularly as they begin experimenting with time travel and delve into conspiracies that require his technical expertise. Although he initially joins the lab with little expectation beyond supporting his friend Okabe and indulging in his otaku interests, Daru becomes essential to the lab’s mission and to the fate of his friends.

A collection of Durkheim's courses on the origins of socialism (1896), edited and published by his nephew, Marcel Mauss, in 1928

With an enthusiastic grin, Itaru Hashida digs into a slice of pizza, embracing his love for food with the same passion he has for all things tech.

Personality and Relationships

Daru is known for his pervading humor and lightheartedness, often making jokes and dropping pop culture references, which add levity to the Future Gadget Laboratory. His love for anime and gaming, along with his occasional flirtations with lewd humor, make him a classic otaku character archetype. Beneath his playful demeanor, however, Daru possesses a deeply loyal heart, particularly when it comes to his friends at the lab, whom he regards as family. His ability to stay calm under pressure and his fierce loyalty come through in critical moments, where his technical expertise and courage prove crucial to the lab’s experiments and crises.

Daru’s role is also deeply symbolic, representing the balance between loyalty and selflessness. His dedication to Okabe’s goals, even when they risk the safety of those he cares about, shows his commitment to friendship. His future as the father of Suzuha Amane also emphasizes his enduring impact on the timeline and the legacy he unknowingly creates through his work with the lab.

Appearance

Daru has a distinctive look that reflects his otaku lifestyle, with a relaxed, unkempt appearance and a slightly heavier build. His typical attire includes casual T-shirts, sometimes adorned with geeky references, and a pair of glasses. His appearance matches his down-to-earth, easygoing nature, though it doesn’t detract from his proficiency as a talented hacker.

Role in Steins;Gate

Throughout Steins;Gate, Daru plays a vital role in the lab’s journey through the complex world of time travel. His hacking skills are often needed to access classified information and develop technologies essential to their experiments. When the lab team discovers the implications of their time machine, Daru’s role intensifies as they navigate dangerous timelines and work to protect their future. His steadfast support helps Okabe through some of the darkest moments, with Daru’s loyalty and skill proving to be a critical asset.

In an alternate future, Daru marries Yuki Amane, and they have a daughter, Suzuha. As Suzuha’s father, Daru’s story takes on a new dimension; he is both a father who unknowingly helps shape the future and a friend who works tirelessly to protect those around him. This element adds emotional weight to Daru’s character, revealing his legacy within the Steins;Gate universe.

Trivia and Insights

Otaku Lifestyle: Daru’s otaku personality and frequent pop culture references contribute humor to the series, endearing him to audiences as a relatable and laid-back character.
Connection to John Titor: His alias “Barrel Titor” is a nod to the real-life internet phenomenon “John Titor,” a purported time traveler, connecting Daru’s hacking persona with the series’ time travel theme.
Family Legacy: Daru’s transformation from a playful otaku to a dedicated father in Suzuha’s timeline adds a poignant layer to his character, underscoring his significance inSteins;Gate’s broader narrative.

Legacy

Itaru Hashida’s story in Steins;Gate embodies a journey of loyalty, humor, and quiet heroism. Despite his carefree exterior, he proves himself a steadfast ally and a brilliant hacker who rises to the challenges of the lab’s experiments and the dangers they face. Daru’s role as both a friend and a future father figure leaves a lasting mark on the Steins;Gate universe, making him an unforgettable character who represents the heart and humor that binds the Future Gadget Laboratory together.