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Golden Kamuy, Episode 1: Wenkamuy

Ogata Hyakunosuke's Role in the Episode

Ogata Hyakunosuke makes a cameo appearance at the very end of the episode, with minimal direct involvement in the events. However, his presence serves a key narrative function:

  • Introduction of a Future Player
    • Ogata is depicted as a hooded figure arriving at the abandoned campfire where Takechiyo told Sugimoto about the tattooed prisoners and the hidden gold.
    • This suggests that he may have been tracking them or is involved in the hunt for the treasure in some capacity.
  • Foreshadowing His Role in the Story
    • His arrival hints that he is an important figure who will soon enter the conflict, likely as an adversary or rival.
    • The timing of his appearance implies that he is either aware of the gold’s existence or has his own agenda tied to it.
  • Mysterious and Ominous Presence
    • Unlike the other characters who engage in dialogue and action, Ogata is simply seen at the campfire, with no words spoken.
    • This silence makes him an enigmatic and potentially dangerous presence, leaving the audience curious about his role.

Impact Rating: 2.5/10

  • Sets Up Future Conflict – His appearance suggests he will become involved in the main plot, possibly as an antagonist or a rival.
  • Hints at a Larger Conspiracy – The fact that he appears immediately after the tattooed prisoners' story is revealed implies that he may have prior knowledge of the gold or the prison break.
  • Minimal Screen Time – Ogata has no spoken lines, no interaction with other characters, and no direct involvement in the episode’s major events.
  • No Immediate Influence on the Plot – Unlike Sugimoto, Asirpa, or even Retar, Ogata does not affect the outcome of any scene in this episode.

Final Verdict: 2.5/10 - While Ogata’s appearance is intriguing, it is brief and lacks immediate consequence. His real impact will likely come in later episodes when he actively engages with the main cast. For now, he is merely a shadowy figure, foreshadowing greater things to come.

Golden Kamuy, Episode 2: Noppera-Bou

Ogata Hyakunosuke's Overall Role in the Episode

Ogata Hyakunosuke makes his debut in this episode and serves as a major antagonist, showcasing his tactical intelligence, marksmanship, and ruthlessness.

Key Contributions:

  • Kills Kasahara Kanjiro with a Sniper Shot
    • As Kanjiro begins revealing details about Noppera-Bou, Ogata eliminates him with a precise headshot from long range.
    • This action prevents Kanjiro from providing any further valuable information to Sugimoto and Asirpa, demonstrating Ogata’s role as a suppressor of intelligence.
  • Engages in Combat with Sugimoto
    • Ogata maintains a sniper’s advantage but is forced into close combat due to Asirpa’s quick thinking, which creates a smoke screen.
    • He proves his skill in hand-to-hand combat, disarming Sugimoto and briefly gaining the upper hand.
    • Sugimoto manages to retaliate, causing Ogata to fall off a cliff and into a river, leaving his fate uncertain.
  • Affiliation with the 7th Division
    • His uniform and red epaulets reveal his connection to the Imperial Japanese Army’s 7th Division, the strongest unit in the army.
    • This foreshadows the military’s deeper involvement in the hunt for the Ainu gold, making Ogata a dangerous adversary.
  • Survives and is Rescued by the 7th Division
    • In the final moments, it’s revealed that Ogata survived his fall and was found by his fellow soldiers, reinforcing his resilience and future significance.
    • His recovery hints at revenge or continued pursuit of Sugimoto and Asirpa in upcoming episodes.

Impact Rating: 8.5/10

  • Ogata significantly alters the episode’s events by eliminating Kanjiro before crucial information can be revealed.
  • His sniper skills, strategic thinking, and hand-to-hand combat abilities establish him as one of the most dangerous threats to *Sugimoto.
  • His affiliation with the 7th Division ties the military into the gold hunt, expanding the scope of the conflict.
  • Although he fails to kill Sugimoto, his presence alone shifts the stakes, making him a formidable force moving forward.

Ogata’s debut is impactful, and his ruthless, calculating nature ensures that he will remain a key figure in future events.

Golden Kamuy, Episode 3: Kamuy Mosir

Role in the Episode

Although Ogata does not physically appear, he plays an indirect but significant role in the episode as a catalyst for the 7th Division's pursuit of Sugimoto. His influence is established through his past actions and the lingering consequences of his encounter with Sugimoto.

Key Contributions in the Episode:

  • Setting Up Sugimoto as a Target
    • The primary reason Sugimoto is being hunted by Naoaki, Houzou, and Fumio is Ogata’s final act before he lost consciousness.
    • Before succumbing to his wounds, Ogata used his remaining strength to write one word: “Immortal”
    • This clue informed the 7th Division that Sugimoto was the one who attacked Ogata.
  • Triggering the Conflict Between Sugimoto and the 7th Division
    • Because of Ogata’s dying message, the 7th Division now views Sugimoto as an enemy, leading to the encounter in the snowy forest.
    • The entire sequence of pursuit, separation, and battle with the bear is a direct result of Ogata’s prior fight with Sugimoto.
  • His Influence on the 7th Division’s Perspective
    • Ogata’s legacy of deception and manipulation affects how the 7th Division views Sugimoto.
    • Houzou and Naoaki do not immediately kill Sugimoto because they believe he might have valuable information, showing that Ogata’s injuries left unanswered questions for them.

Impact Rating: 3.5/10

Strengths:

  • Indirectly initiates the 7th Division's pursuit of Sugimoto, which drives much of the episode's main conflict.
  • Maintains his presence despite being absent, proving his influence still lingers.
  • The revelation of his “Immortal” message creates tension, making Sugimoto a primary target.

Weaknesses:

  • Does not appear in person—he is only mentioned, meaning he has no active role in the events.
  • Limited impact beyond setting up the confrontation—his past actions cause the chase, but he does not influence the immediate battles or outcomes.
  • His fate remains unknown, leaving no resolution to his conflict with Sugimoto in this episode.

Final Verdict: Ogata Hyakunosuke’s indirect presence looms over the episode, as his dying message propels the 7th Division into action against Sugimoto. However, since he does not appear or act, his impact remains limited to setting the stage rather than shaping the actual events.

Golden Kamuy, Episode 4: Grim Reaper

Ogata Hyakunosuke’s Overall Role in the Episode

Ogata only appears in a brief flashback and is referenced by Tsurumi Tokushiro during Sugimoto’s interrogation. While his physical presence is minimal, his prior actions have a significant impact on the events of the episode.

1. The Aftermath of Ogata’s Defeat

  • Ogata is shown unconscious and near death after his battle with Sugimoto in an earlier episode.
  • His pale, swollen face and weakened state emphasize the extent of his defeat.
  • This serves as proof of Sugimoto’s strength and builds tension, as Tsurumi sees it as confirmation that Sugimoto is in possession of the tattooed skins.

2. The Catalyst for Sugimoto’s Interrogation

  • Tsurumi’s suspicion that Ogata attacked Sugimoto for one of the tattooed skins plays a key role in Sugimoto’s capture and torture.
  • Tsurumi uses this incident as "evidence" to justify his interrogation and attempt to recruit Sugimoto.
  • Essentially, Ogata’s defeat at Sugimoto’s hands sets the stage for the psychological battle between Tsurumi and Sugimoto.

Impact Rating: 3.5/10

  • Minimal Screen Time: Only appears in a single flashback, making his direct presence negligible.
  • Significant Indirect Influence: His previous battle with Sugimoto drives the episode’s central conflict, as Tsurumi escalates his pursuit of Sugimoto based on Ogata’s condition.
  • Foreshadowing for Future Events: His survival hints that he may return, possibly seeking revenge or altering the power dynamics between factions.

Final Verdict: While Ogata himself does little in the episode, his defeat and its consequences serve as a major narrative device, directly leading to Sugimoto’s interrogation and further cementing Tsurumi’s role as the primary antagonist.