Tadaomi Karasuma
Tadaomi Karasuma
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烏間 惟臣
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| Nihongo | 烏間 惟臣 |
| Vital Information | |
| Gender | Male |
| Weight | 85 kg (187 lbs) |
| Status | Alive |
| Height | 180 cm (5’11”) |
| Family | Unnamed Parents (deceased) |
| Occupation | Physical Education Teacher, Class 3-E |
| Affiliation | Kunugigaoka Junior High School |
| First Appearance | |
| Manga Debut | Episode 1 |
| Anime Debut | Episode 1 |
| Japanese Voice | Tomokazu Sugita (Anime) |
| English Voice | Chris Ryan (Funimation Broadcast Dub) |
- Position: Agent from Japan’s Ministry of Defense; Assistant Teacher and P.E. Teacher for Class 3-E
- Role in Series: Overseer of Korosensei and guide for Class 3-E’s assassination training
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Émile Durkheim
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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
Karasuma is serious, disciplined, and dedicated to his duties. His stoic and professional demeanor often makes him appear aloof or overly strict, but beneath this exterior, he cares deeply for the students of Class 3-E and prioritizes their safety. Although he rarely shows emotion, he is an excellent mentor and a strong role model, consistently encouraging his students to improve their skills and confidence.
With a composed and authoritative stance, Tadaomi Karasuma embodies the strength and professionalism of an elite government agent, ready to guide and protect his students.
Appearance
Karasuma is a tall, athletic man with short black hair and sharp, serious eyes. He often dresses in professional attire, typically a suit, while occasionally wearing more tactical gear during training exercises or missions. His calm yet intense presence reflects his military background.
Abilities
- Elite Combat Skills: Trained extensively in various forms of combat, Karasuma is exceptionally skilled in hand-to-hand combat, firearms, and tactical strategies. His fighting skills are second to none among humans in the series.
- Physical Fitness: Karasuma possesses incredible agility, speed, and strength, making him a formidable opponent and ideal physical education teacher.
- Tactical Intelligence: Karasuma’s years as a defense agent have honed his strategic thinking, enabling him to create complex plans and evaluate his opponents swiftly.
Role in the Story
Sent by the Ministry of Defense to monitor Korosensei’s actions, Karasuma becomes Class 3-E’s physical education teacher, tasked with training the students to become effective assassins capable of taking down Korosensei. Throughout the series, he offers practical training, life skills, and guidance that aid the students in their assassination attempts. His dedication to Class 3-E extends beyond his duties, as he gradually becomes a source of inspiration and a reliable protector for them.
Relationships
Irina Jelavić
Irina, a professional assassin sent to help eliminate Korosensei, develops feelings for Karasuma, though he is oblivious to her advances for much of the series. Despite his initial annoyance with her flirtations, he values her skills and eventually acknowledges her as a capable ally.
Class 3-E
Although Karasuma starts as a strict mentor, he forms a close bond with Class 3-E. He shows genuine care for their progress, often going out of his way to ensure their safety and supporting their emotional growth.
Korosensei
Initially, Karasuma views Korosensei with suspicion, focusing solely on the goal of neutralizing him. Over time, however, he comes to respect Korosensei’s dedication as a teacher, though he remains committed to his mission.
Trivia and Insights
- Name Meaning: “Karasuma” (烏間) can be broken down as “karasu” (crow), symbolizing his observant and vigilant nature, fitting his role as a government agent.
- Martial Arts Mastery: Karasuma is proficient in various martial arts styles, allowing him to train the students in both unarmed combat and assassination techniques.
- Sense of Duty: Despite his government role, Karasuma occasionally bends the rules to prioritize his students’ well-being, showing his strong moral compass and loyalty to Class 3-E.
Legacy and Impact
Through his time with Class 3-E, Karasuma grows to appreciate the impact Korosensei has on the students, balancing his sense of duty with genuine care. By the end of the series, Karasuma’s connection to Class 3-E is evident in his continued commitment to their success and his role as a teacher and protector, leaving a lasting influence on the students he helped shape.