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Found you.
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— Mysterious Larva (Kaiju No. 8 episode 1, "The Man Who Became a Kaiju") |
The Mysterious Larva (謎の幼獣 Nazo no yō-jū) is a small winged Kaiju that appeared in the first episode of the 2024 animated series Kaiju No. 8, titled "The Man Who Became a Kaiju". After locating Kafka Hibino, it flew into his mouth and merged itself with him, transforming him into Kaiju No. 8.
Name
The creature's name is never spoken on-screen in the series or the original manga but it is listed as Mysterious Larva (謎の幼獣 Nazo no yō-jū) on its series character sheet.[2] The "larva" part of its name implies that the Kaiju is not fully grown. On the Japanese version of its character sheet, it is instead called Mysterious Young Beast.[1]
Design
The Mysterious Larva resembles a cross between a reptile and an insect. It has a long, gray, serpentine body with four pink, humanoid legs, as well as several overlapping scales on its underbelly. It has four beige, veiny wings that resemble those of a dragonfly. It has a visible exoskeleton running down its head and back. The creature has a long, thin head and four flap-like jaws with small sharp teeth on each one. Its eyes are large and bulging and capable of glowing red. The top of the creature's head has a cyan vein-like marking, similar to those of Kaiju No. 8.
History
Reiwa era
Kaiju No. 8
"The Man Who Became a Kaiju"
After Kafka Hibino was convinced by Reno Ichikawa to join the Japan Anti-Kaiju Defense Force, he confidently declared his new desire. However, his enthusiasm was cut short as he noticed the Mysterious Larva hovering above him. The confused Kafka simply stared at the creature before it replied, "found you". Panicked, Kafka attempted to make its presence known, but the Kaiju flew into his mouth, merging with his body. As soon as Ichikawa pulled back the room's curtains, he saw Kafka, now transformed into a monstrous being that would later come to be known as Kaiju No. 8.
Abilities
Flight
The Mysterious Larva is capable of flying. Its flight speed was fast enough that it was able to enter Kafka Hibino's mouth before he could react.
Fusion
The Mysterious Larva was able to fuse itself with Kafka's body, transforming him into Kaiju No. 8. This process appears to be painful, as Kafka was seen violently writhing while his senses distorted.
Host detection
Through unknown means, the Mysterious Larva was able to locate Kafka Hibino.
Gallery
References
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