Since this is a sports anime, people may not expect Blue Locke The characters have tragic backstories, just like in shonen anime. However, contrary to this belief, many of Blue Locke the characters didn’t always get the best hand in life and had to endure enormous hardships. These heroic football players fought hard to become the players they are todayovercoming many of life’s most difficult challenges.
From career-ending physical injuries to abuse from family members. Blue Locke The heroes are no strangers to the most terrible difficulties in life. The common thread that runs through the lives of each of these players is their desire to play football well and become the best at the sport. For many of them Football is a way to cope with difficult emotionsa distraction from life’s troubles and a way to prove their mastery of something they enjoy. Situations that many players find themselves in Blue castle are heartbreaking, but despite all the difficulties, they never give up on their football dreams.
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Zantetsu Tsurugi
Zantetsu was never an academic talent, but instead excelled on the football field
Zantetsu was never the smartest and had great difficulty academically. His difficulties in school caused him to become insecure. and lacking self-confidence, doubting one’s mastery of something. Throughout school and even during his time at Blue Locke, Zantetsu was laughed at, ridiculed and called names because he is less intelligent than his peers.
The place where Zantetsu truly shines and can put aside his self-doubts is on the soccer field. Although he may not be academically talented, he is a football inspiration, which gives him an achievement he can be proud of. Zantetsu still feels unsure of himself at times, but sports have given him confidence, helping him realize that he is still a gifted and talented person.
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Kenyuu Yukimiya
Although he has optic neuropathy, which causes him to lose his vision, Kenya remains focused on his goals.
Kenyuu Yukimiya is among the best players Blue Castle, But Playing football was a challenge for him. Kenya has optic neuropathywhich negatively affects the nerves of his eyes. Kenya’s chances of success in football essentially depend on a timer that is constantly ticking away, because it is only a matter of time before he loses his sight.
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The prospect of going blind at such a young age and the knowledge that it would mean the immediate end of his career is a difficult truth that Kenya must face. However, despite the fact that there is little that can be done about his condition, Kenya is still very motivated and has a bright future. He won’t let anything stop him from being the best he can be. even his own vision.
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Chigiri Hyoma
He tore his ACL and suffers from recurring leg injuries, but still refuses to give up
Kenya is not the only character whose health status affects his football performance. Chigiri Hyoma, known for his incredible speed, suffered a leg injury that continues to cause him pain. He was warned to stop playing football immediately because if he continued to play and If the ACL is torn again, it could permanently damage the leg.
Chigiri had two choices: retire from football forever or play until he was physically unable to continue. He chose the latter option because football is his greatest passion in life and he could not imagine his existence without playing sports. Chigiri’s resilience and dedication is inspiring because he refuses to even think about quitting. although the personal risk is great.
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Bachira Meguru
His extreme passion for football alienated his peers, leaving him with only an imaginary friend.
Bachira Meguru has always been an outcast and faced severe bullying as a child. His personality is eccentric and quirky, and his style of playing football is unique and passionate, demonstrating his adoration for the sport. However, others did not appreciate Bachira’s enthusiasm and he created an imaginary friend whom he called his “monster”. keep him company.
Bachira’s “monster” helped him through even the most difficult and lonely moments of his youth, motivating him to continue playing football no matter what. His efforts paid off and he earned a place in the exclusive Blue Lock competition. Now that he is among those who love football as much as he does, Bachira finally feels accepted and at home in the company of friends. who love him for who he is.
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Asahi Naruhaya
His loss in the 2v2 match was not only disappointing, it ended his dream of supporting his brothers and sisters through football.
Naruhaya Asahi’s story was tragic, filled with loss and grief. both from his parents died in an accidentleaving him, his two brothers and three sisters alone. Naruhaya would do anything for his family and pursue his football dreams in hopes of providing a wonderful life for his siblings and himself.
However, Naruhaya’s dreams of professional football are dashed when he lost a 2 on 2 match between himself and Baro, Isagi and Nagi. No matter how hard he tried to succeed, Naruhaya was unable to reach the level of these other two incredible players and lost and was eliminated from the Blue Lock tournament. His final scene is filled with tears and regret as his dream of achieving greatness and earning money to support his siblings fades instantly.
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Rin Itoshi
Rin has a difficult relationship with his brother Sae, whom he is determined to surpass.
For Rin Itoshi, becoming the best striker in the world is not just a matter of personal achievement, it could also serve as a bridge between him and his brother Sae. Sae Itoshi, his older brother, has played professionally for Japan and Spain and looks down on his less talented younger brother. Sae and Rin were very close in their youth, and Rin once idolized his older brother. but unfortunately, Sae left Rin behind, making him feel betrayed.
Rin’s character is reserved because he the laser focused on its goal – to defeat Sae. He acts overly confident, but this is just a front to mask his true feelings of inferiority and fear that he will never be seen as equal or better than Sae. Not only does Rin want to win for his own benefit, but his older brother’s opinion means everything to him, even though he has grown to resent his brother for becoming more successful than him.
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Alexis Ness
Ness was laughed at, insulted by his relatives and told to quit football
Many loving parents support their children’s dreams, no matter how unattainable they may seem, encouraging their children to work hard to achieve their goals. However, Alexis Ness’s parents do not share these sentiments and make fun of your son for his passion. Ness loves the idea of ​​magic, which makes his very logical and science-oriented parents very happy.
Ness was never encouraged to play football and his brothers, sisters and parents laughed at his ambitions. Despite the criticism, Ness refused to listen to their ridicule and became a professional football player anyway. It is difficult to achieve success while facing scrutiny and cruel insults from close family members, but Ness allowed his dreams to move forward despite his family’s disapproval.
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Yo Hiyori
Hiyori’s parents treated him poorly, living through him instead of considering his wishes.
Yo Hiyori faced crushing pressure to succeed in football from the first moments of his life. Hiyori’s parents had high hopes for their son, determined to make him the best football player he could be, no matter what it took. Unfortunately, Hiyori’s own needs were not taken into account and he was forced to follow his parents’ wishes for his life.
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Hiyori’s parents even placed a heavy burden on his shoulders. threatening to divorce and destroy the family if Hiyori is not successful. As a child, he faced severe mental pain because his parents refused to listen to his own feelings and desires, forcing him to play football. Unlike other characters Blue Castle, Yo is not into football and does not find it fun because it was the career chosen for him.
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Mark Snuffy
Snuffy’s best friend commits suicide, leaving him traumatized
Mark Snuffy experienced a tragedy that no one should ever have to go through: losing a loved one to suicide. Mick Moon, a fellow footballer, was Snuffy’s best friend and they pursued their football goals together. For many years they both worked to become the best players in the world and earned places in the best football clubs.
One day, the football partners began to quarrel and faced disagreements that they could not resolve over which football club to play for. Their friendship was severed and that was the last time Snuffy saw his friend alive because he later committed suicide. Losing Mick is Snuffy’s biggest regret. but in memory of him he continues to play football.
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Michael Kaiser
The Kaiser was brutally abused by his father and was even thrown into prison
Michael Kaiser’s personality is brash and self-confident, but he actually has the saddest backstory in Blue castle. He lived with his father since One day, Kaiser’s mother suddenly left. Kaiser’s abusive and cruel father took out his anger and loneliness on his defenseless young son, leaving him traumatized.
The only joy in Kaiser’s life was football, because the dream of playing professional football was like a light in the darkness of his terrible situation at home. Forced to resort to theft and crime to appease his father, Kaiser eventually ended up in prison. Luckily, all hope was not lost and he was given another chance to play football after Ray Dark, a man who worked in the football industry, saw his potential and helped him out.