Taketora Doan is a prominent character in the manga "Plunderer" and serves as both a complex antagonist and unexpected ally to Licht Bach. Known as the "King of Heavy Strikes," his domineering presence and unique ability to manipulate gravity make him an irreplaceable force on the battlefield. Once the notorious bully of C-Class in the 13th Special Military Academy, he constantly clashed with both Tokikaze Sakai and Licht Bach, but forged a complicated bond with those he once tormented. Despite his brutal outlook, Taketora harbors a deeply loyal side, often risking everything for those he secretly cares about. In the postwar era, he rises to the rank of Major General, counted among Schmerman Bach’s elite, and struggles with his own definition of strength, legacy, and redemption.
Physical Features
Taketora Doan stands out with his large, imposing build and rough, frog-like facial features.
His intimidating physique naturally repels many and often becomes the target for ridicule.
Distinctive Traits
A tough, almost villainous air surrounds him, accentuated by his typically aggressive demeanor.
Despite his intimidating looks, moments of vulnerability peek through in rare interactions, especially with Mizuka Sonohara.
Outer Behavior
Taketora is famously abrasive, domineering, and inclined to violence—especially towards those weaker than himself.
He openly scorns Licht Bach’s idealism and isn’t above threats or using his position to get his way.
Inner Character
Beneath his hard shell, Taketora is straightforward but awkward in expressing his emotions.
He is fiercely loyal to those he has accepted, shouldering the "dirty work" to protect them, adopting a kind of anti-hero morality.
Relationship with Others
Despite his rough treatment of peers like Licht Bach and Tokikaze Sakai, he secretly acknowledges and respects their resolve.
He holds a soft spot for Mizuka Sonohara, determined to protect her even if it puts him at risk.
Early Life
Born into a wealthy family, Taketora grew up despised for his looks, not just by outsiders but by his own relatives as well.
He developed a protective affection for Mizuka Sonohara, the only person who showed him genuine kindness.
School Years
During his time at the 13th Special Military Academy, he became the leading bully, making life difficult for Licht Bach and others.
Despite his outward animosity, he often intervened to help Mizuka Sonohara, albeit from the shadows.
War and Aftermath
Surviving the Waste War, Taketora became one of Schmerman Bach's "King of Heavy Strikes" and clung obsessively to this title.
Seeing himself as the only true "King," he refused to accept others who hadn’t survived the battlefield into this rank.
King of Heavy Strikes
As the "King of Heavy Strikes," Taketora controls gravity, overwhelming foes by increasing their weight or trapping them in crushing fields.
His powers specifically counter Licht Bach’s speed-based abilities, making him Licht’s natural nemesis.
Count and Restrictions
Taketora’s "Count" increases by subduing enemies—his tally is an intimidating 122,546.
He limits his full power in ordinary fights, as going all out risks hurting even himself.
Combat Style
He relishes direct confrontations, using overwhelming force to subdue and dominate adversaries on the battlefield.
Despite his ruthlessness, he maintains a strict adherence to his own code of war: ending conflict as quickly as possible.
Licht Bach
Their relationship is fraught with antagonism, rivalry, and an odd sense of camaraderie born from shared history and promises.
Though once determined to kill Licht Bach for breaking a wartime promise, he ultimately fights alongside him.
Mizuka Sonohara
Taketora’s feelings for Mizuka Sonohara border on the protective and possibly romantic.
He repeatedly risks his life to save her, becoming a silent guardian throughout their hardships.
Schmerman Bach
Despite serving Schmerman Bach, Taketora shows little respect, even mocking him with nicknames.
He joined Schmerman’s elite unit only to save Mizuka Sonohara, not out of genuine loyalty.
Fun Facts
He calls Schmerman Bach a “lolicon” to his face, caring little for military hierarchy.
Taketora’s "Count" is among the highest in the series.
Irony
Though seen as a bully and villain, he becomes a vital ally in the battles after the Waste War.
For all his strength, Taketora admits he has never understood how to give or receive love.
"A man who’s never been loved can’t possibly understand how to love someone else."
"Don’t get nervous because I’m saying it straight, alright?"
"I’ll dirty my hands so you don't have to. That’s my promise."
Before the Waste War
Taketora begins as the academy’s feared bully, clashing with Licht Bach and tormenting Mizuka Sonohara—although he covertly helps her.
A fateful humiliation by Licht Bach sparks a lifelong obsession and rivalry between them.
Waste War and Promises
During the Waste War, Taketora becomes Licht Bach’s reluctant partner.
Unable to kill children, Licht Bach relies on Taketora to do the unthinkable, burdening him with guilt but also binding them with a shared promise to end the war.
Postwar Era and Return
After 300 years, Taketora emerges as a Major General in Alcia’s Special Forces and a key player under Schmerman Bach.
He faces off with Licht Bach again but struggles to kill him, ultimately reuniting on the battlefield as allies to fight even greater threats.
The King’s Code
Taketora obsesses over the title "King of Heavy Strikes," seeing it as something only those who survived the Waste War truly deserve.
He is profoundly shaped by regret and responsibility, using brute strength to bear the emotional burdens of his friends.
The Reality of Strength
Though feared and reviled, Taketora proves time and again that strength, at its core, is about how much one is willing to risk for those they care for—even if it means sacrificing personal happiness.
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