Soushirou Hoshina

Soshiro Hoshina is the Vice-Captain of the Defense Force's Third Division in Kaiju No. 8 — a master swordsman whose blade skill makes up for a lack of raw combat power.

Background

From a family of fighters, Hoshina honed his swordsmanship to elite heights, compensating for a relatively low combat-power score with sheer technique and precision.

Powers & Abilities

Ability	What it does
Dual-blade mastery	Among the finest swordsmen in the Defense Force
Released weapon	Unleashes devastating cutting power against kaiju
Battle composure	Calm and lethal under extreme pressure

Personality

Laid-back and easy-going off the battlefield, Hoshina becomes razor-focused and ruthless in combat — a fan-favourite blend of charm and lethality.

Relationships

• Kafka Hibino — a recruit whose secret he watches closely.

Role in the Story

Hoshina is one of the Defense Force's deadliest officers and a key figure in its toughest kaiju battles.