Dazai Osamu

Osamu Dazai - Character Profile

Kanji: 太宰 治 Rōmaji: Dazai Osamu Age:

• 22 (Present)
• 20 (Entrance Exam)
• 18 (Dark Era)
• 15-16 (Dragon's Head Conflict, Fifteen Arc)

Gender: Male Birthday: June 19 Height: 181 cm (5'11") Weight: 67 kg Blood Type: AB

Likes: Suicide, alcohol, crab, MSG Dislikes: Pain, dogs, Chūya Nakahara

Occupation:

• Detective at the Armed Detective Agency
• Former Executive of the Port Mafia

Ability: No Longer Human

• Description: Nullifies the abilities of others upon contact. This power is always active and requires skin contact to function.

Appearance

Dazai is a tall and slim individual with mildly wavy, dark brown hair and narrow eyes. His typical attire includes a long, sand-colored trench coat with an unfastened belt, a black vest over a light blue striped dress shirt, a bolo tie with a turquoise pendant, and bandages wrapped around much of his body. His former Mafia attire was a black trench coat with bandages over his right eye and arm.

Personality

Dazai is known for his enigmatic and mysterious nature, often hiding his true motives. His dark past as a Port Mafia executive, where he was infamous for his ruthless methods and strategic acumen, contrasts sharply with his current persona. Despite his history, Dazai exhibits a dramatic and humorous side, frequently engaging in comedic suicide attempts that reflect a deeper existential struggle. The death of his friend Sakunosuke Oda was a turning point, leading him to leave the Mafia and join the Armed Detective Agency with the intent to protect rather than destroy.

Highly intelligent and a master strategist, Dazai excels in manipulating situations to his advantage and persuading others. His sharp wit and tactical mind make him a valuable asset to the Agency, although his darker traits still surface. He has a particular interest in mentoring Atsushi Nakajima, recognizing his potential and guiding him in his development.

Background

Dazai's tenure as the youngest executive in the Port Mafia was marked by his brutal efficiency and involvement in numerous crimes, including conspiracy and extortion. Following his departure from the Mafia, his criminal record was expunged. Now a detective, Dazai utilizes his intellect and unique ability to maintain order in Yokohama, navigating the complexities of his own troubled psyche.

Skills

• Intelligence: Renowned for his exceptional intellect and strategic prowess, Dazai can anticipate and influence complex situations with precision.
• Negotiation: A skilled persuader, Dazai excels in convincing others to support his plans and objectives.
• Dexterity: Proficient in lock-picking, stealth, and hand-to-hand combat, his power to nullify abilities often gives him an edge in confrontations.

Notable Relationships:

• Chūya Nakahara: Former Mafia partner with whom Dazai has a complex and antagonistic relationship.
• Sakunosuke Oda: Close friend whose death profoundly impacted Dazai, motivating his shift from the Mafia to a more redeeming path.
• Atsushi Nakajima: Young detective and protégé, whom Dazai sees as having great potential and supports in his growth.

ARMED DETECTIVE AGENCY Leader Yukichi Fukuzawa Members Akiko Yosano Atsushi Nakajima Doppo Kunikida Jun'ichirō Tanizaki Kenji Miyazawa Kyōka Izumi Osamu Dazai Ranpo Edogawa Katai Tayama (former) Clerks: Naomi Tanizaki Kirako Haruno The agency's licensed staff are granted police-like authority. Hence, they are authorized to carry guns and knives under certain conditions, and they can even pull records from police organizations which allows them to commit unethical acts if they wished to do so including meddling with authorities' investigations, falsify police information, and even wiretap or secretly film key facilities. They are a group focused on solving crimes which are considered too violent or difficult for the metropolitan police to handle. Often, these crimes are of a supernatural origin. Nearly all of the detectives within the company have their own special powers known as abilities. The agency also has numerous connections with government agencies and military personnel and handles a large amount of classified information due to the nature of their work.

PORT MAFIA Leader Ōgai Mori Executives: Ace† Colonel†[1] Osamu Dazai (defected) Chūya Nakahara Kōyō Ozaki Paul Verlaine[2]

Members Command Unit: Ryunosuke Akutagawa Ichiyō Higuchi Black Lizard: Ryūrō Hirotsu Gin Akutagawa Michizō Tachihara (double spy) Others: Arthur Rimbaud† Elise Karma† Kyūsaku Yumeno Motojirō Kajii The Port Mafia (ポートマフィア,, Pōto Mafia?) is an underground criminal organization run by Ōgai Mori, based in Yokohama, Japan. They have a skilled business permit that allows them to conduct their activities in a legal way According to Ichiyō Higuchi, the Mafia has dozens of enterprises under their control. It also exceeds politics and as well as economics and its influence is found in many sections of Yokohama. Those who defy them will only burn and not survive.[