Hideo Shimada

Hideo Shimada is a parasite inhabiting a teenage boy's body, initially appearing peaceful but later revealing a ruthless nature. He possesses shapeshifting abilities and enhanced strength, but ultimately meets a violent end after a deadly rampage.

Quick Facts

  • What is Hideo Shimada's species?

    Parasite

  • What is Hideo Shimada's occupation?

    High school student

  • What is Hideo Shimada's status?

    Deceased

  • What is Hideo Shimada's age?

    Late teens (estimated)

  • What is Hideo Shimada's gender?

    Male

  • What are Hideo Shimada's notable physical characteristics?

    Brown hair and eyes

  • What is Hideo Shimada's personality?

    Initially peaceful, but later reveals a ruthless side

  • What are Hideo Shimada's abilities?

    Shapeshifting (head and up), enhanced physical abilities, pain resistance, parasite detection

Description

Personality

Hideo Shimada presents a complex personality. Initially appearing peaceful and even friendly, aiming to integrate into human society and understand Shinichi Izumi and Migi, he reveals a more ruthless side. He readily resorts to violence against those who threaten him, showcasing a capacity for brutality despite his attempts at appearing harmless. His interest in sports suggests a competitive streak, and his actions indicate a pragmatic approach to survival, prioritizing the needs of his species over individual human lives. Ultimately, his actions reveal a conflicted nature, caught between a desire for understanding and a willingness to resort to violence to achieve his goals.

Abilities

Hideo Shimada, as a parasite, possesses several abilities stemming from his parasitic nature and his control over his human host body: * **Shapeshifting:** He can alter his facial features, particularly his head, to appear more attractive or intimidating, manipulating his appearance to lure victims or deter threats. This ability is limited to his head and upper body. * **Enhanced Physical Capabilities:** Hideo's parasitic control allows him to significantly enhance the physical capabilities of his host body. He demonstrates increased strength, speed, and durability, surpassing normal human limits. He was able to withstand multiple gunshot wounds without significant injury. * **Pain Suppression:** He can effectively ignore pain, allowing him to continue fighting even when severely injured. * **Parasite Detection:** Hideo can sense the presence of other parasites, though the range and precision of this ability are unclear. * **Cellular Hardening:** He can harden his cells for both offensive and defensive purposes, increasing his resilience to attacks. * **Rapid Healing:** While not explicitly stated, his survival after taking multiple bullets suggests a degree of rapid healing or regenerative capabilities. **Weaknesses:** * **Host Body Dependence:** Like all parasites in the series, Hideo is entirely dependent on his host body for survival. Damage to the host body directly affects him, and destruction of the host body results in his death. * **Vulnerability to Caustic Substances:** Exposure to caustic chemicals, such as paint thinner, can severely damage or disable his parasitic cells, disrupting his control and abilities. * **Limited Shapeshifting:** His shapeshifting is limited to his head and upper body. He cannot fully transform his body. * **Heart Destruction:** His death demonstrates that destroying his heart within the host body is fatal.