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— Kafka Hibino (Kaiju No. 8 episode 2, "The Kaiju Who Defeats Other Kaiju") |
Kafka Hibino (日比野 カフカ Hibino Kafuka), dubbed Kaiju No. 8 (怪獣8号 Kaijū Hachigō) by the Japan Anti-Kaiju Defense Force, is the main protagonist of the 2024 animated series Kaiju No. 8.
Initially a staff member of Kaiju cleanup company Monster Sweeper Inc., he desired to join the Japan Anti-Kaiju Defense Force after his dream of fighting by Mina Ashiro's side was reawakened. However, a small winged Kaiju flew into Kafka's mouth and merged itself with him after he declared his desire to join the Defense Force. Now having transformed into a Kaiju, Kafka seeks to accomplish his goal while maintaining his transformation a secret from the Defense Force.
Name
In Kaiju No. 8, Kafka's Kaiju form is labeled Kaiju No. 8 (怪獣8号 Kaijū Hachigō) by the Japan Anti-Kaiju Defense Force following his first appearance in Yokohama.
Personality
Kafka is shown to be supportive and kind-hearted. He frequently gives words of encouragement to his friends such as Reno Ichikawa and Kikoru Shinomiya, and is overall friendly toward others. However, he tends to get into childish squabbles whenever he is made fun of or put in an undesirable situation. Despite this, he is shown to have a serious and tactical side to him, seen when he informs his Defense Force teammates of the Kaiju's weaknesses during the Secondary Exam Selection and Sagamihara Operation at Daybreak, as well as when he utilizes his new body's capabilities during his fight with Soshiro Hoshina. Being a member of Monster Sweeper Inc., he has detailed knowledge of Kaiju anatomy and how their organs function. After fighting Hoshina and Kaiju No. 9 on different occasions, they both describe his demeanor as human-like, despite his transformation.
Design
As Kaiju No. 8, Kafka has a monstrous appearance. His face is that of a horned skull with sharp teeth that extend to the sides of his head. He has four prominent fangs and cracks around his eye sockets, which house two small, glowing, cyan eyes. His body is dark gray in color and muscular with glowing cyan streaks on his torso, arms, and feet. His legs are armored and segmented. He has a row of curved, pointed spines running down the back of his neck and back. When charging his attacks, Kafka's streaks extend to his neck, chest, and legs, and his glow becomes more prominent, with his eye sockets turning completely cyan.[2]
In his berserk state, Kafka's body gains additional cracks around his eyes, which gain white, blank pupils at their center, and his spines and teeth grow larger and sharper. His body also appears to emit a black aura when in this state. During the fight with Isao Shinomiya, Kafka's berserk form eventually changes appearance, growing much larger in size and his body's cyan glow turning red. He also gains four long and jagged additional spines on his back.
Origins
Following a Yoju's attack in Yokohama, Kafka was hospitalized alongside Reno Ichikawa. Hearing Ichikawa praise him for his selfless acts and his encouragement to join the Japan Anti-Kaiju Defense Force, Kafka's dream of fighting by Mina Ashiro's side was reignited. However, just as he was about to confidently declare his desire to join the Defense Force, Kafka noticed a small Kaiju hovering above him. The Kaiju said, "Found you," before flying into his mouth and forcing its way through his body. After ingesting the creature, Kafka's appearance radically changed to that of a monster and he gained immense power, transforming into the Kaiju that would later be known as Kaiju No. 8.
History
Reiwa era
Kaiju No. 8
"The Man Who Became a Kaiju"
After a Kaiju ravaged through and destroyed a city, a young Kafka Hibino and Mina Ashiro watched the aftermath. They both made a promise to each other: that they would join the Japan Anti-Kaiju Defense Force and fight by each other's side when they grew up.
In the present day, Kafka, now thirty-two years old, and a member of Kaiju cleanup company Monster Sweeper, Inc., viewed the deceased reptilian Kaiju Philinosoma that was killed by now-Defense Force captain Mina Ashiro, with the monster's organs scattered all over the city. He proclaimed that he and his colleagues would need to be working overtime for a while before heading off to the scene with them. As several civilians and news reporters celebrated the reptilian Kaiju's defeat, Kafka noticed Mina walking with other Defense Force members but continued on his way. During the cleanup process, Kafka cut into the Kaiju's carcass and requested a heated chainsaw to further penetrate the thick layer of grease on the Kaiju's skin. He then noticed one of the Kaiju's organs being hoisted up and warned the others not to lift it. Despite his warnings, the organ ruptured, staining and burning one of the other members. Kafka treated his wound before being sent to clean up the monster's intestines, much to his dismay. He attempted to flee but was dragged away by the site manager. At the intestine area, Kafka cut into the organs with a buzzsaw, causing excrement to fly as he whined.
After his shift, Kafka went home and laid on his bed, exhausted. He turned his attention to a news broadcast on the TV, where Mina was showcased and praised for her role in the Kaiju's defeat. Kafka remembered the promise he made to Mina and began to sulk, but quickly dismissed his train of thought.
The next day, Kafka arrived at the Monster Sweeper HQ and was greeted by his coworker Masahide Tokuda. Tokuda introduced him to Reno Ichikawa, telling the latter of Kafka's former dreams of joining the Defense Force, embarrassing him. Suddenly, Ichikawa asked him why he gave up on his dreams. Kafka replied that he had tried hard to join, but always fell short, feeling his abilities were limited. Kafka told Ichikawa that once he is older, he will understand. However, Ichikawa refuted this, instead coldly telling his senior that he would never understand him and that he wished not to, angering and flustering Kafka. Ichikawa was later deployed to the intestines area. Kafka cheerfully exclaimed but was notified that he was being sent there as well. Kafka screamed and complained to the manager, but ran off to clean the organs anyway. The manager noted that, despite his complaints, Kafka is a diligent worker and that he would have been a good officer had he passed the Defense Force application exam.
During the team's break, Kafka noticed Ichikawa visibly repulsed by his earlier task, smiling, before nearly vomiting himself. After he recuperated, he noticed a bento box that Ichikawa brought to work and asked him about it. Ichikawa replied that he no longer has much appetite. Kafka then tossed him a Vitamin V jelly pouch, explaining that if he did not eat, he would not make it through the day. Ichikawa attempted to refuse but was met with an insistent Kafka now offering him noseplugs as well due to the stench of the Kaiju's remains. Ichikawa refused again, but Kafka tried forcefully stuffing them in his nose. Ichikawa attempted to flee and was now being chased around by Kafka as the two squabbled. Hours later, the other Monster Sweeper members left for the day. They departed with Kafka before he was approached by Ichikawa. Ichikawa thanked him for helping him get through the day, bowing. He also mentioned that the Defense Force had pushed back its age capacity to thirty-three years of age, giving Kafka a chance to pursue his dream once more.
Suddenly, a spider-like Yoju Trichonephila emerged from the ground. Before the Yoju could bite Ichikawa, Kafka tackled him out of the way. The Yoju attempted to grab Ichikawa, but he was kicked away by Kafka. Kafka yelled at Ichikawa to run and alert the Defense Force. Ichikawa initially protested, but hesitantly ran away, much to Kafka's relief. Kafka grabbed a nearby pipe and slammed it against the ground, getting the Yoju's attention. He ran and the Yoju began to give chase, repeatedly attempting to subdue Kafka. He then spotted an alleyway and slid through it, briefly stalling the monster. He ran towards the alley's exit, shattering the glass screen in front of it.
After jumping out of the alleyway, he had another flashback to the moment when he made a promise with Mina. Kafka, now injured, remarked how, "it shouldn't be like this." The Yoju burst through a nearby wall and began to give chase again. Kafka stopped and prepared to defend himself, but he was knocked away by the large creature. The Yoju then stomped on his leg, breaking it and causing Kafka to yell in pain. Seeing that was unable to escape, he looked on at the Yoju hopelessly as it attempted to eat him.
Suddenly, Ichikawa returned, smashing a stop sign against the large creature. Kafka looked at him in surprise and asked him why he returned. Ichikawa replied that he already called the Defense Force and that if he were to abandon his senior, he himself would never become a Defense Force officer. Kafka, shocked, remembered the rejection letter he received from the Defense Force. As the Yoju attacked Ichikawa, Kafka began feeling useless. He thought about all the things he was not able to save throughout his entire life, and, frustrated, yelled out, "DAMN IT!" Mina Ashiro's tiger, Bakko, suddenly appeared and charged at the creature, shoving its arm away from the two. The Yoju roared in pain as it was shot dead, then collapsed. Mina arrived at the scene and gave orders to assist the two Monster Sweeper members, as well as search for any remaining Yoju.
Later, Kafka laid in bed at Yokohama South General Hospital. He admired how Mina quickly dispatched the Yoju before Ichikawa called out to him. He praised Kafka for his bravery and advised him to reconsider achieving his dream of joining the Japan Anti-Kaiju Defense Force. Kafka thanked Ichikawa and agreed, now feeling more motivated than ever to join. His enthusiasm was suddenly cut short by a small flying Kaiju hovering above him. The creature said, "Found you," before flying into his mouth and through his body. After Kafka ingested the monster, he began violently convulsing as his vision grew distorted. Noticing his senior's visible pain, Ichikawa pulled back the curtain to reveal a shocking sight: in place of Kafka, sat a monstrous, skull-faced, and glowing creature. Kafka, now in Kaiju form, was initially puzzled by Ichikawa's speechlessness, but then turned to the window, looking at his reflection. Kafka and Ichikawa then screamed out in confusion and panic. Seeing Ichikawa visibly frightened, Kafka attempted to calm him down, before a shaken elderly man stumbled across the bizarre sight. The man reported Kafka to the Defense Force, causing the two to panic.
Ashiro reminisces about a memory she had with Kafka, in which she expressed fear of having to fight a Kaiju several times larger than herself. Kafka then reassured her, telling her that as long as they were by each other's side, they had nothing to be afraid of.
"The Kaiju Who Defeats Other Kaiju"
In the past, a young Kafka Hibino and Mina Ashiro banter, with the latter eventually thanking Kafka for his reassurance.
In the present, a newly transformed Kafka, now a Kaiju, stood with Reno Ichikawa before a horrified elderly man. They attempted to calm him down by having Kafka smile at the man. Seeing Kafka's horrific smile, the elderly man fainted. Kafka crouched down and attempted to check on the man, placing his hand on a wall, immediately destroying it due to his newly-found strength. The wall's destruction attracted the attention of the other hospital patients. The two then decided to flee the hospital before Kafka tore open the room's window. Kafka and Ichikawa then jumped out of the hospital.
While they fled, Ichikawa turned back to look at Kafka to confirm if he really was a Kaiju. After turning to look at his senior, he was met with a twisted and malformed Kafka with a red tendril protruding out of his neck and several tentacles in place of his legs. The shocked Ichikawa asked if this was a new form, to which Kafka expressed uncertainty. Suddenly, a fanged worm-like tongue sprouted from the Kaiju's mouth and launched itself at a nearby bird. It caught the bird and began to grotesquely eat it, much to Kafka's shock. Kafka then reverted back to his regular Kaiju form as he continued to run. Kafka suddenly told Ichikawa of incoming trouble. When asked what it was, Kafka replied that he needed to urinate. Despite his embarrassment, Kafka urinated from his nipples, shocking both him and Ichikawa. Kafka stopped and began rolling on the ground, hysterically throwing a fit. Ichikawa dismissed Kafka's concerns and attempted to pull him up from the ground. Kafka then asked Ichikawa if he still had a chance at joining the Defense Force, which Ichikawa profusely negated. Kafka then realized that, despite being inspired to join the Defense Force again, he would no longer be able to due to becoming a Kaiju. Ichikawa spotted a cordon gate, stating that once they climbed over to the other side, no one would look for them. Kafka then felt the presence of a nearby Kaiju: a Trichonephila, the same type of Kaiju that had attacked the two earlier. In the wake of the Yoju's emergence, Ichikawa convinced Kafka to hide.
The Trichonephila roamed the area and came across a young girl and her mother, who was buried under their house's rubble. The Yoju smashed through the house wall and attempted to eat the two. Kafka suddenly dashed forward and punched the monster in the face, sending it flying. He turned to the young girl and asked if she was okay, frightening her due to his appearance. Kafka apologized and attempted to smile again, only causing her to cry. Kafka attempted to calm her down before Ichikawa arrived. The Kaiju then freed the mother from the rubble and Ichikawa carried her on his back. The Trichonephila returned and Kafka ordered Ichikawa to get them to safety. Ichikawa asked what he was going to do, to which Kafka replied that he was going to punch the monster as hard as he could. He then began charging an attack and started counting down, electrical energy coursing through his body. The Yoju attempted to bite the Kaiju, but he dodged out of the way. After counting down, Kafka launched his fist, delivering an extremely powerful punch, launching the Trichonephila into the air. The Yoju's body convulsed before exploding, its organs and body parts splattering all over the area. A rain of the monster's blood soon fell upon the now-victorious Kafka. He turned to the girl and, seeing her still frightened, assured her that he was going to leave. As Kafka began to leave, the girl called out to and thanked him. He then reminisced on a young Ashiro saying that as long as she and Kafka were together, there was nothing to be afraid of before the two ran through a field. In the present, Kafka, feeling inspired again, imagined a scenario in the future where he faced a Kaiju along with Ashiro. His Kaiju form's head flaked away as he proclaimed that he would not give up and that he still had to stand by his childhood friend's side.
Three months later, a news report on the newly-dubbed Kaiju No. 8 was shown on the Monster Sweeper TV screen. Ichikawa received acceptance letters from the Defense Force for him and Kafka. He takes Kafka's letter over him and explains that their applications to the Defense Force had been accepted. Kafka turned around, revealing that his head was transformed into that of his Kaiju's form. Ichikawa then kicked Kafka and proceeded to scold him over his carelessness in keeping his new form secret. The Kaiju wiped his face, reverting back to normal save for his sharp teeth. Ichikawa scolded his senior again. Ichikawa then remembered the night in which he and Kafka returned to the hospital, pretending to have escaped their "encounter" with Kaiju No. 8. In the present, Ichikawa handed Kafka his acceptance letter, to which he seemed only mildly pleased. When questioned about his reaction, Kafka mentioned that he always passed the application, but failed the second part. Ichikawa asked Kafka if he was still going to partake in the exam, despite his transformed body. Kafka confirmed that he would, stating that, despite the risk of officers catching him, he would still take the chance. He also mentioned that he had been working hard the past three months and that this was his final chance at accomplishing his goal. Ichikawa warned that if they were to proceed, they would do so as rivals, much to Kafka's amusement. Kafka grabbed his water bottle and attempted to twist it open, shifting back into his Kaiju form and crushing it. In response, Ichikawa harshly exclaimed that Kakfa should just skip the exam, causing his senior to whine. After Ichikawa left, Kafka expressed relief at having been accepted.
Ten days later, Kafka and Ichikawa arrived at the Defense Force's Tachikawa Base, where the exam was being held. Kafka mentioned that the area is shared with a Defense Force garrison. Ichikawa noted that the number of officers would be enough to dispatch his senior. Kafka continued to converse with Ichikawa before he was interrupted by a girl with blonde hair who called him old. He initially expressed confusion before loudly exclaiming that he was only thirty-two years old. The girl still called him old, which Ichikawa agreed with. After being told to move the Monster Sweeper car that they arrived in, Kafka angrily pointed out the several empty parking spots. The girl explained that the parking spot their vehicle was on had the number 5 on it, which she stated was her "lucky number" for the day. Frustrated, Kafka questioned what her problem was. After seeing that Kafka and Ichikawa would not budge, the girl opted to move the car herself. She revealed a combat suit she had been wearing and lifted the car with a single hand, shocking the two. The girl proceeded to toss the car aside, causing Kafka to panic. She introduced herself as Kikoru Shinomiya, stating that her hobby is killing Kaiju. Kikoru then sniffed in Kafka's direction, telling him that he smelled of Kaiju.
"Revenge Match"
After Kikoru Shinomiya told Kafka Hibino that he smelled of Kaiju, Reno Ichikawa interrupted the conversation, attempting to cover up his senior's transformation by stating that they both work in Kaiju disposal. Kikoru turned to Ichikawa and questioned why two Kaiju disposal workers were there at the exam. Her train of thought was soon interrupted and the two turned to see Kafka lifting the Monster Sweeper car, then placing it back down on a parking space, shocking Kikoru and causing her to wonder if he had a personal combat suit as well. Kafka boldly introduced himself to Kikoru and told her to remember his name. During his monologue, Kikoru's butler, Sebasu, parked in the former's desired parking space, angering Kafka. Kikoru then told Kafka that she expected the exam to be a formality, but then expressed interest in it being "fun", much to Kafka's confusion. She then stated that she was going to "show [him] up bad" before walking away with her butler and bodyguards. Soon after, Ichikawa stomped his foot and furiously glared at Kafka for being so careless in using his Kaiju powers. Kafka, startled, explained that he only transformed the parts of his body that weren't visible, which only caused Ichikawa to scold him more, attracting the attention of Defense Force garrison guards. The guards asked the two if they were okay, to which they responded that everything was fine. Kafka sighed in relief after the guards walked away. Ichikawa, irritated, told Kafka that the next time he used his powers out in the open, he would send him home, to which Kafka sheepishly agreed. Kafka then thought to himself that he had given up on his dreams once, but that this was his last chance to stand by Mina Ashiro's side. Determined, Kafka thought that he would not be giving up this time as he entered the Tachikawa Base alongside Ichikawa.
During the fitness part of the exam, Kafka struggled to keep up with the others during a crawling and running exercise despite months of training. Kafka reminisces on when he and Ichikawa went over the different parts of the exam: the fitness test and the aptitude test. They both agreed that, since they may or may not excel at the aptitude test, they should get the best grades they can on the fitness test. Earlier, Kafka struggled to do pull-ups, tight-rope walking, and wall climbing, remarking how he used to just be below-average but that now his body has gotten weaker. Kafka then struggled to keep up with the others during the running exercise, coming in last. He then wondered if he'd be able to beat the other examines by using his Kaiju abilities before his body began to give up.
Kafka, exhausted, looked down at his 219 out of 225 placement note in shame. Kikoru suddenly appeared and dropped her placement note on Kafka's, showing a placement of 5 out of 225. Kafka looked up at her only to be met with mockery, with Kikoru stating that it did not take long to show him up. Kafka then remembered his introduction to Kikoru and began screaming in embarrassment, begging her to forget his name before she walked away. Ichikawa walked up to Kafka and expressed relief in him not using his powers. After calming down, he briefly acknowledged that everyone worked hard to get to where they were and that it would be unfair of him to transform. Soon after, however, Kafka panicked and violently shook Ichikawa, yelling that he should've used his powers and that it had been so long since he tried for the exam. Ichikawa then replied that that wasn't the only reason his rank was so low, catching Kafka's attention.
Ichikawa began describing the other candidates to Kafka. He first described Haruichi Izumo, the top-class graduate from Tokyo Neutralizing University, explaining that he was the most promising of the new graduates. He then pointed out Iharu Furhashi, who was described as a powerhouse valedictorian at Hachioji Neutralization Technical College. Afterward, he mentioned Aoi Kaguragi, a rising Japan Ground Self-Defense Force candidate, stating that Kaguragi turned down a secured spot on the force to instead join the Japan Anti-Kaiju Defense Force. He told his senior that most of the other examinees would be trying to become elite officers, which Kafka figured was the reason they were excelling. Ichikawa then looked over at Kikoru, telling Kafka that she graduated from California Neutralization at only sixteen years old, making her the youngest graduate and earning her the reputation of one of the greatest talents ever. After hearing about her reputation, Kafka confronted Kikoru and yelled that he had no idea she was so amazing. In response, one of her bodyguards punched Kafka and began to stomp repeatedly on his chest along with another. The other examinees wondered if Kafka was a groupie of Kikoru's.
Moments later, Kafka was left bruised and injured after the assault by the bodyguards. Kikoru then proceeded to mock Kafka, enraging him and making him declare that he intended to humiliate Kikoru as well, only amusing the latter. After calming down, Kafka admitted to himself that he was "screwed." Ichikawa then stated that there may be hope for Kafka, as the second test revolved around Kaiju disposal, motivating Kafka.
After arriving in Defense Force Training Area Two, Kafka looked up at the large gate in surprise. Soshiro Hosina then introduced himself to the examinees and opened the gate, explaining that the second part of the exam involved exterminating the Primigenius Kaiju inside, shocking Kafka. Kafka, terrified, stumbled back and fell as the Honju leaped at Hoshina, but was blocked off by another automatic metal gate. Kikoru then turned around to see the frightened Kafka on the ground, then began to laugh at him, embarrassing the latter. Kafka yelled at Ichikawa for apparently misinforming him. Ichikawa clarified that he, too, was disappointed with the change. Hoshina mentioned that the examinees would be given combat suits during the trial.
Kafka admired the combat suit in front of him before putting it on. However, Konomi Okonogi soon read Kafka's unleashed combat power: zero percent, shocking the others and causing Hoshina to burst out laughing. Embarrassed, Kafka attempted to squeeze out more of his strength but failed. He wondered why he had such a low combat power, figuring that there must be a trick, and determined to find it.
Once the second part commenced, Kafka told Ichikawa not to fall behind, only for him to struggle carrying his own rifle. Hoshina suddenly stated that Ashiro was present during the exam, surprising Kafka. Remembering his promise, he felt motivated to use the best of his abilities. He questioned why the officers were following the examinees with drones. Ichikawa agreed due to them being able to read every participant's vitals. Kafka figured out that the officers wanted to test the examinees' capabilities as well as their adaptability. Since they lacked offensive advantages, the two decided to support the other examinees instead. They ran to a scene of several participants firing at a Primigenius Yoju. Looking at the Yoju's hooves, Kafka remembered once cleaning up the Kaiju at a joint disposal with Iida Cleaners, realizing why each examinee was given a stun grenade. Kafka ran towards the Yoju and threw a stun grenade at it, briefly incapacitating it. Kafka explained to Ichikawa that the Kaiju have weak eyesight, but great hearing, thus are easier to kill once they are deafened. Kafka shouted at Izumo and the others to fire at the Yoju's stomach, since it happened to be weaker than most other Kaiju. After killing the Primigenius Yoju, Izumo thanked Kafka, calling him a "Shinomiya groupie". Kafka yelled that he was not a groupie and ran off with Ichikawa.
As they ran, Kafka and Ichikawa celebrated having assisted the others. Kafka then felt he no longer needed to rely on his powers, when suddenly, a Primigenius Yoju burst from nearby rubble and slammed its hand against him, causing him to bleed from his mouth. The Yoju shoved Kafka at a nearby wall with great force, causing him to crash into it. The Yoju approached Kafka as he realized that the officers would put the suit's shield up, rendering him failed. Kafka struggled to get up while still remembering that Mina was watching. The Yoju drew closer and opened its mouth, preparing to eat him. Before it could do so, the Primigenius Yoju was shot to death by Kikoru. Kafka looked on in surprise seeing Kikoru and expressed gratitude, only for her to respond with mockery. Irritated, Kafka attempted to follow Kikoru in the Honju's direction but struggled to do so due to his broken leg. As Hoshina informed Kafka that his suit's shield would be activated, Kakfa reminisced on having a zero percent combat power, imagining the others surpassing him. Despite Hoshina's warnings, Kafka, more determined than ever, stood back up, with his unleashed combat power growing to 0.01 percent, declaring that he would no longer give up, no matter what.
"Fortitude 9.8"
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"Joining Up!"
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"Sagamihara Neutralization Operation at Daybreak"
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"Kaiju No. 9"
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"Welcome to the Defense Force"
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"Raid on Tachikawa Base"
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"Secret Revealed"
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"Kaiju No. 8 Captured"
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"Kafka Hibino"
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Abilities
Punch
Kafka's primary form of attack is that of an electrically-charged punch. The punches are immensely powerful, being able to severely injure most Kaiju within a single blow. A single charged punch was enough to completely annihilate a Trichonephila and a Primigenius Honju. A single of Kafka's charged punches was powerful enough to send a large Prenodactyl Yoju bomb flying away from the Tachikawa Base.
Kafka's normal punches also managed to knock Kaiju No. 9's head off his body, break his teeth, and rupture his body, exposing the Kaiju's core. When in his berserk state, several of Kafka's regular punches would have killed Isao Shinomiya if not for Kaiju No. 2's shield protecting him.
Transformation
After his initial transformation in Yokohama South General Hospital, Kafka gained the ability to transform into his human or Kaiju form at will, though he initially struggled with subconsciously shifting into his Kaiju form.
Shapeshifting
Kafka is able to morph his form to better adapt to different combat scenarios. He is able to split his elbow open and fire a blast from it to function as a rocket in order to strengthen his charged punches, shown during his fight with the Primigenius Honju and Kaiju No. 9. During his battle with Soshiro Hoshina, he grew teeth on his chest to restrain one of the latter's SW-2033 swords to prevent his core from being slashed. When he initially became a Kaiju, Kafka briefly sported large tentacles in place of his legs, and a tendril-like protrusion with faces and arms on his neck, though the exact use of these is unknown.
Flight
In addition, Kafka can morph his legs to sport exhaust pipes and fire blasts of energy from them to give him the power of flight. He used this ability to fly up at the Yoju bomb hovering above the Tachikawa Base.
Regeneration
Kafka possesses exceptional regeneration. He is able to heal any injuries within a matter of seconds, to the point of regenerating severed limbs, though this ability uses his stamina each time. His regeneration allowed him to heal cuts from Soshiro Hoshina's swords and holes bored into him by Kaiju No. 9's finger-bullets.
When berserk, the Mysterious Larva used Kafka's regeneration to shift his lower body back into place after it was brutally twisted by the larva itself in order to surprise attack Isao Shinomiya. It later impressively regenerated Kafka's entire body from his core alone.
Sonic roar
During his battle with Kaiju No. 9, Kafka charged up and emitted a roar loud and powerful enough to deflect No. 9's finger-bullets.
After going berserk, Kafka let out an extremely loud shriek that was capable of cracking glass from a shelter designed to house Fortitude 10.0 Kaiju.
Berserk state
After the Mysterious Larva within Kafka sensed the presence of Kaiju No. 2 radiating from the suit and gauntlets Isao Shinomiya wore, the Larva took complete control of Kafka, causing him to enter a berserk state. This state greatly increases Kafka's power and Fortitude Level, size, and aggression, with the only goal in mind to kill opposing Kaiju.
Energy beam
During his berserk state, Kafka can fire a large red beam of energy from his mouth. It was capable of knocking back Isao Shinomiya while he wore Numbers Weapons 2.
Weaknesses
Like other Kaiju, Kafka can be killed via the destruction of his core. In contrast to his extremely powerful Kaiju form, Kafka is drastically weaker as a human, initially possessing a zero percent unleashed combat power, which then grew to one percent. Soshiro Hoshina was able to sever Kafka's limbs and make deep cuts into his body using his swords, to the point of exposing his core. The power from Isao Shinomiya's Numbers Weapons 2 gauntlets, made from the remains of Kaiju No. 2, were able to injure Kafka greatly and sever his limbs.
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Trivia
- Kafka is likely named after Franz Kafka. One of Kafka's famous works, The Metamorphosis, bears similarities to Kaiju No. 8, with the main protagonists of both stories transforming into monstrous creatures following a laborious lifestyle.
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