Nagisa Shiota
Nagisa Shiota
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潮田 渚
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| Personal Description | |
| Nihongo | 潮田 渚 |
| Vital Information | |
| Gender | Male |
| Weight | 48 kg (106 lbs) |
| Status | Alive |
| Height | 159 cm (5’2.5″) |
| Family | Hiromi Shiota (mother) |
| Occupation | Student (Formerly) |
| First Appearance | |
| Manga Debut | Episode 1 |
| Anime Debut | Episode 1 |
| Japanese Voice | Mai Fuchigami (Anime) |
| English Voice | Lindsay Seidel (Funimation Broadcast Dub) |
- Role: Main Protagonist and Narrator ofAssassination Classroom
- Position: Student in Class 3-E of Kunugigaoka Junior High School
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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] |
Personality and Characteristics
Nagisa appears calm, observant, and introverted. His passive demeanor and small stature often lead others to underestimate him, but his perceptive nature and attention to detail make him an excellent observer and strategist. Beneath his quiet personality, Nagisa holds a strong sense of resilience and determination, especially when protecting those he cares about. His humble and gentle nature also allows him to empathize with others, often acting as a voice of reason among his friends.
With steely focus and a calm grip on his knife, Nagisa Shiota channels his assassin training, showcasing the quiet intensity and precision that make him a formidable opponent.
Appearance
Nagisa is a young boy with a slight frame, often mistaken for a girl due to his delicate features and long, blue hair tied in a low ponytail. His appearance reflects his reserved personality, with his quiet gaze hinting at a hidden depth. His expression is usually calm, though it can shift to a look of intense focus when in combat or strategizing.
Abilities
- Natural Assassination Talent: Nagisa possesses an uncanny ability to kill, often moving silently and blending into his surroundings. He can instinctively identify weaknesses in opponents and execute moves that make him a formidable assassin despite his unassuming appearance.
- Observation and Analysis: Nagisa is highly observant, able to read people’s behaviors and intentions accurately. This talent enables him to spot patterns and weaknesses that others might miss.
- Intimidation Stare: One of his unique abilities is an intense stare that can unnerve or psychologically shake opponents, making him appear more dangerous than he physically seems.
Role in the Story
As the protagonist and narrator, Nagisa offers a unique perspective on Class 3-E’s experiences with Korosensei. His journey through the story follows his growth from a quiet, hesitant boy to a confident individual capable of leading his classmates in their assassination attempts. Nagisa’s natural assassin instincts allow him to devise several pivotal strategies, and his character arc explores his gradual acceptance of his talents and aspirations. His admiration for Korosensei deepens over time, as he values not only Korosensei’s teachings in assassination but also his life lessons on self-worth, growth, and courage.
Relationships
Karma Akabane
Although vastly different in personality, Nagisa and Karma share a close, competitive friendship. Karma often teases Nagisa but also respects his unique abilities and offers support during tough moments.
Kaede Kayano
Nagisa is one of Kayano’s closest friends, and they share a trusting relationship. Their bond grows over the series, especially after Nagisa learns about her true identity and motives.
Korosensei
Nagisa holds deep respect and admiration for Korosensei, regarding him as a mentor who teaches him invaluable lessons in both assassination and life. He is especially moved by Korosensei’s dedication to Class 3-E.
Trivia and Insights
- Name Meaning: Nagisa’s name, “渚” (Shiota Nagisa), can be translated as “seashore,” symbolizing his calm, adaptable personality and his underlying strength, like the steady waves against the shore.
- Gender Ambiguity: His delicate features and gentle personality often lead people to mistake him for a girl, an aspect played with humorously throughout the series.
- Teaching Aspirations: Inspired by Korosensei, Nagisa shows an interest in becoming a teacher, aspiring to follow in his mentor’s footsteps by helping others the way Korosensei helped him.
Legacy and Impact
Nagisa’s journey from a passive observer to a confident, capable individual encapsulates the series’ theme of self-growth and perseverance. His transformation reflects the positive impact Korosensei has on his students, showing how encouragement and proper guidance can unlock a person’s full potential. By the end of the story, Nagisa’s legacy is shaped by his experiences in Class 3-E, which fuel his desire to support and guide others as he once was by Korosensei.