Soshiro Hoshina

Soshiro Hoshina is the vice-captain of the Third Division in Kaiju No. 8. He specializes in close combat against smaller kaiju and mentors Kafka Hibino and other recruits.

Soshiro Hoshina's combat role and personal arc

Hoshina is playful, observant, disciplined, and ruthless in battle when lives are at risk. He uses dual blades, exceptional speed, and high combat-suit output, later synchronizing with the sentient Numbers Weapon No. 10.

Soshiro Hoshina's powers, allies, and character growth

His respect for Captain Mina Ashiro and growing trust in Kafka challenge assumptions about traditional weapons and kaiju power.