Toma Hiragi
Toma Hiragi
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柊登馬
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| Nihongo | 柊登馬 |
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| Gender | Male |
| Height | 187 cm/ 6’1″ |
| Weight | 78 kg/ 172 lbs |
| Birthday | December 7 |
| Occupation | Student, Class 3-1 |
| First Appearance | |
| Debut | “Sakura and Furin” |
| Japanese Voice | Ryōta Suzuki |
| English Voice | Nick Huber |
Toma Hiragi(柊 登馬, Hiiragi Tōma) is a prominent third-year student atFurin High Schooland one ofBofurin’s Four Heavenly Kings. He commands theVaisravana Unit, a key division withinBofurin, which plays a significant role in the school’s power dynamics.
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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] |
Appearance
Toma is often depicted as a tall, well-built figure with a stern expression and an air of authority. His physical presence matches his role as a leader within Bofurin, and his appearance suggests that he is someone who commands respect. As a member of Bofurin’s Four Heavenly Kings, Toma’s image exudes both strength and intelligence, and he is always seen carrying himself with the utmost confidence and composure.
Toma Hiragi from Dandadan, visibly angry. His intense expression and fiery glare capture his short temper and the emotional depth of his character, often seen when confronting the chaos and conflict around him.
Personality
Toma Hiragi is known for his stoic, calculating, and authoritative personality. Unlike other members of Bofurin, Toma often takes a more strategic approach to challenges, using his sharp mind and experience to lead the Vaisravana Unit effectively. His leadership style is firm and decisive, but he also demonstrates a deep understanding of his subordinates, which earns him their loyalty and respect.
He is the kind of leader who prefers strategy over brute force and tends to stay calm even under pressure, making him an ideal commander of Bofurin’s elite unit. However, despite his cold exterior, Toma values the unity of his group and has a deep sense of loyalty to Bofurin and its leaders.
Abilities
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Strategic Mind: Toma is a highlyintelligentandtacticalthinker. His ability to make smart decisions in high-stress situations allows him to command his unit effectively and maintain the upper hand in various battles or conflicts.
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Commanding Presence: As a member of theFour Heavenly Kings, Toma commands respect wherever he goes. Hisconfidence,authority, andexperiencemake him a natural leader who excels at managing theVaisravana Unit.
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Leadership: Toma’s leadership is one of his most defining qualities. He leads the Vaisravana Unit with a combination ofwisdom,decisiveness, andconfidence, ensuring that the unit operates smoothly and effectively.
Role in WIND BREAKER
As the commander of the Vaisravana Unit, Toma Hiragi plays a vital role in the operations of Bofurin at Furin High. His position within the Four Heavenly Kings puts him in a high-ranking position within the school’s social structure, and his leadership is key to maintaining the strength and influence of Bofurin.
Under Toma’s command, the Vaisravana Unit is one of the most powerful factions within Bofurin, helping to solidify their dominance at Furin High. His strategic brilliance and commanding presence make him a formidable force, especially when it comes to making tactical decisions during confrontations or challenges.
Relationships
Bofurin
Toma is an integral part of the Bofurin faction and works closely with other top members of the group, including Hajime Umemiya, Akihiko Nirei, and Hayato Suo. As one of the Four Heavenly Kings, his influence within the group is immense, and his leadership shapes the direction and success of Bofurin.
Hajime Umemiya
As a third-year student and one of the leaders within Bofurin, Toma works closely with Hajime Umemiya, the head of the faction. Their relationship is built on mutual respect, as both are highly skilled and influential figures within the school. Toma’s strategic mind complements Hajime’s more hands-on leadership style.
Vaisravana Unit
Toma commands the Vaisravana Unit, and his relationship with the unit members is defined by a sense of loyalty and discipline. His leadership style demands respect, but he also ensures that the members of the unit feel valued and integral to the team.
Trivia and Insights
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Name Meaning: The name “Toma” (登馬) can be interpreted as“ascending horse”, symbolizing his rise to the top as a powerful figure withinFurin High. The name could also reference his swift, decisive nature, much like a horse charging forward.
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Four Heavenly Kings: As one of theFour Heavenly KingsofBofurin, Toma holds a prestigious and highly influential position within the group. This role places him among the most elite students in the school.
Legacy and Impact
Toma Hiragi’s leadership and command of the Vaisravana Unit make him an invaluable character in WIND BREAKER. His strategic mind, commanding presence, and ability to inspire loyalty make him a figure that others look up to, both within Bofurin and in the broader hierarchy of Furin High.