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Narimiya Kyouka

Narimiya Kyouka (成宮杏華, Narimiya Kyōka; Funimation: Narumiya Kyoka) is a character introduced in the Plunderer manga series. She is a Class A trainee soldier at the 13th Special Military Forces School, undergoing rigorous training to become part of the elite military forces. Her role in the series places her among the key figures navigating the intense military environment, where she hones her combat skills alongside her fellow trainees.

Personality

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Appearance in Manga

Kyouka is diligent, ambitious, and highly disciplined, embodying the ideal traits of a soldier-in-training. She takes her training seriously and strives to improve her skills, aiming to prove herself as a capable and reliable warrior.

Despite her strict and focused nature, she is not without compassion and camaraderie, often forming bonds with her fellow trainees. She is also highly respectful of her superiors, following orders with precision while seeking to understand the deeper meaning behind military doctrine and strategy.

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Appearance

Kyouka has long hair and is typically seen wearing a military uniform, reflecting her status as a trainee soldier at the 13th Special Military Forces School. Her appearance aligns with the disciplined and structured nature of her training, emphasizing her role within the military ranks.

Abilities and Power

Kyouka possesses immense combat prowess, with her count reaching an astonishing 500,000, marking her as an exceptionally powerful individual. Encouraged by Schmelman, she dedicated herself to mastering the trident, further enhancing her combat effectiveness.

One of Kyouka’s defining abilities as a Baron is Blink Strike (瞬撃, Shungeki), a high-speed attack technique that she shares with her clone and Tokikaze. This skill allows her to execute instantaneous movements, delivering devastating strikes before an opponent can react.

She also wields the ability known as Speed Cutting, enabling her to slice through objects by utilizing pure speed. Her lance strikes are so rapid that they exceed the speed of light, making her attacks nearly impossible to evade.

Additionally, Kyouka exhibits remarkable spear proficiency, demonstrating a natural talent for wielding polearms. Her exceptional skill in spear combat, combined with her superhuman speed, makes her a formidable warrior on the battlefield.

Role in the Story

Although not a central figure in the overarching narrative, Kyouka’s role in Plunderer is significant in showcasing the next generation of military soldiers and the values they are being taught. Her presence at the 13th Special Military Forces School provides insight into the rigorous training regimen enforced upon future soldiers, highlighting the physical, mental, and strategic challenges they must overcome to prove their worth. Through her experiences, the audience gains a deeper understanding of the military’s ideological influence on young cadets, shaping them into either loyal enforcers of the system or individuals who question their path.

Kyouka’s journey also reflects the personal struggles of trainee soldiers, as they must balance ambition, duty, and morality, navigating the expectations placed upon them while dealing with their own beliefs and doubts. Additionally, her role brings attention to the political and ethical dilemmas faced by those who aspire to become part of Alcia’s military system, emphasizing the moral complexities that arise when individuals are trained to follow orders without question. Her interactions with fellow trainees and superior officers further expand upon the world of Plunderer, illustrating how indoctrination, discipline, and loyalty shape the future of Alcia’s military force, making her an essential part of the series’ world-building.

Legacy

Narimiya Kyouka serves as an insightful representation of the military’s influence on young cadets in Plunderer. Her presence at the 13th Special Military Forces School allows the story to explore the rigid and often morally complex structure of Alcia’s military, showcasing the discipline, ambition, and internal struggles of its trainees. Though she may not be a frontline combatant in the main conflict, her role in shaping the future of the military and its ideologies makes her a valuable part of the series’ world-building.

Trivia

    • The name Narimiya (成宮) is composed of “Nari” (成) meaning “become” and “Miya” (宮) meaning “temple, shrine, or palace.”
    • Her given name Kyouka (杏華) consists of “Kyou” (杏) meaning “apricot” and “Ka” (華) meaning “flower” or “petal.”
    • Kyouka’s full name was not revealed in the series until the release of Plunderer Volume 12.
    • While her first name was disclosed earlier, her surname was only revealed in Episode 12 of the anime adaptation.