Afro Samurai is an anime about samurai adapted from Takashi Okazaki's manga. In addition to presenting exciting battles, this anime presents a quite dark feel because the main character of this anime is obsessed with revenge.
On this occasion, we would like to discuss a list of the most interesting characters in the Afro Samurai story. Without further ado, let's talk about it right away!
10. Dharman
Dharman is known as a mad scientist who is a genius in the field of robotics. He has modified his body with several robotic organs. In addition, he played a big role in creating the technology used by Empty Seven.
As a scientist, Dharman wants to prove his genius through the creations he creates. He is very arrogant and likes to boast of his creations. Even so, he was instrumental in saving Jinno and turning him into a cyborg.
9. Otsuru
Behind her beautiful and charming face, Otsuru is a dangerous agent. She has a kind and gentle nature. In addition, she was involved in a fierce conflict against the Afro Samurai.
Otsuru has extensive knowledge of the healing arts. She is able to heal others who are injured. In addition, she is able to read other people's memories. With this ability, she is able to imitate Afro's fighting style.
8. Sword Master
Sword Master is Afro's mentor who manages a Dojo. He is known as a one-eyed samurai with distinctive wound marks. In addition, he trained orphans to become great knights.
True to its name, the Sword Master possesses a high level of swordsmanship. He is able to defeat several soldiers at once in one attack. In addition, he has a very wise nature and is able to understand pain.
7. Rokutaro
Rokutaro is the father of Afro who is very similar to Afro. He was from a clan of swordsmen. In addition, his death makes Afro become obsessed with power so that he can take revenge.
Before being killed by Justice, Rokutaro was the number one headband holder. He has a very talented swordsmanship. In addition, he is able to move very quickly in battle.
6. Lady Sio
Lady Sio is the younger sister of Jinno who has a beautiful and alluring appearance. She has unique hazel eyes in a kimono. In addition, she harbored a hatred for Afro which caused the world to become chaotic.
Sio is a fairly great fighter and masters martial arts. She had time to block the attack from Afro who went on rampage. Not only that, she was also able to deal with Rokutaro's clone without any fear.
5. Empty Seven
Empty Seven is an organization of monks who aim for the Number 1 and Number 2 headbands in order to achieve immortality. They are basically weak when compared to other Afro foes.
However, the Empty Seven had great wealth as well as influence. He was able to fund the development process of Afro Droid and Kuma. In addition, they could hire assassins to carry out certain missions.
4. Justice
Justice is one of the main enemies that must be faced by Afro Samurai. He became the number one headband holder after he defeated Rokutaro. In addition, he has a very distinctive appearance with a cowboy style.
True to his style, Justice uses two pistols as his main weapon in combat. Not only that, he has an impressive regeneration ability that makes him very difficult to beat.
3. Ninja Ninja
Ninja Ninja is a very mysterious character in the story. He often appears and disappears suddenly. Many think that he is a character created from Afro's imagination.
Ninja Ninja loves to talk and comment about decisions made by Afro. He didn't hesitate to speak his mind. In addition, he often reminds Afro of the dangers that lurk around her.
2. Jinnosuke/Kuma
Jinnosuke alias Kuma is one of the main characters who appear in the Afro Samurai story. He had an accident which left him seriously injured. He managed to survive after his body was turned into a cyborg by Dharman.
In terms of fighting ability, Jinno used a very unique two-sword style. He can use the two swords to attack as well as block the opponent's attack. In addition, he is very agile and is able to make Afro difficult in battle.
1. Afro Samurai
As the main protagonist in the story, Afro is portrayed as a serious character and rarely shows his emotions. When he was a child, he had a traumatic experience because he saw his father killed right in his eyes.
It also makes Afro grow into a cruel figure and obsessed with revenge. Afro fights against powerful enemies with his father's legacy sword. In addition, he has a very well-trained physique.