Horobi is a member of the Hunters, serving as a close aide to Biba Amatori in Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress. She is a Kabaneri, just like Mumei. Even though she knows that Biba uses her as a tool, Horobi still chooses to follow him. In the story, Horobi plays a key part during the events at the Iwato Station, where Biba gives her black serum and turns her into an artificial fused colony. This dangerous transformation results in Horobi losing her sense of self and rampaging, even threatening Biba. For a brief moment, she regains her self-awareness and smiles at Biba before he kills her. Horobi understands the power of fear and shows a deep understanding of Biba’s true feelings.
Horobi is a young woman who is part of the Hunters.
She wears armor fit for battle and always stays close to Biba Amatori.
Horobi is calm and loyal.
She is fully aware that Biba Amatori treats her as a tool.
Still, she decides to follow him, showing strong will and acceptance.
She does not worship Biba blindly like Mumei does.
Horobi feels pity for Mumei, who is used as a Kabaneri.
She is able to see through Biba's feelings and knows about the fear in his heart.
Some scenes even hint that she might have special feelings for Biba.
As a Kabaneri, Horobi is strong in combat.
She is skilled in fighting Kabane monsters.
She also acts as Biba’s guard when he is dealing with powerful leaders.
- Biba Amatori: Horobi is Biba’s close aide. She follows him by choice, not by blind devotion, and deeply understands Biba’s fears and motives.
- Mumei: Horobi sees Mumei as another Kabaneri being used by Biba, and she feels sorry for her.
The Plan at Iwato Station
Horobi plays an important role during the event at Iwato Station.
Biba puts his plan into action by injecting Horobi with a black serum.
This serum turns her into an artificial fused colony—a powerful creature used to break through the station’s great gate.
Losing Control
Once transformed, Horobi loses her self-control.
She goes on a rampage and becomes a danger to everyone, even Biba himself.
Even after changing into a humanoid form, Horobi is unable to stop herself.
The End
For one short moment, Horobi regains her mind.
She smiles gently at Biba.
But Biba knows there is no way to save her, so he stabs her, ending her life.
She knew that fear could make a person look back.
Horobi shows a deeper understanding of Biba Amatori than most other people.
She knows that fear lives in his heart, even if he tries to hide it.
Horobi and Mumei are both strong Kabaneri, but they follow Biba for different reasons.
Horobi’s loyalty is a choice—she isn’t just following him blindly.
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