Kusunoki
CharacterKusunoki serves as the Prosecutor General of Japan, appearing in the SAC_2045 continuity. He is best remembered for the tense scene in which he moves to arrest a sitting prime minister on a treason charge, only to be halted by Section 9 and shown proof that clears the accused.
Appearance
A small mole marks his left cheek, sitting below brown eyes and a head of gray hair. In keeping with his office he dresses formally, in a dark suit worn with black shoes.
Personality
The material presents him chiefly through his conduct in office. He is willing to move against the most powerful figure in the government when he believes the law demands it, yet he also backs down once credible evidence undercuts the case, marking him as a prosecutor guided by facts rather than by pride.
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History
Backed by a group of associates, Kusunoki walks into the office of Prime Minister Tate and announces his intent to detain him over a suspected act of treason. The attempt to lead Tate away is cut short when Daisuke Aramaki arrives with several Tachikoma and blocks their path, then presents Kusunoki with material demonstrating that the prime minister is innocent.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Kusunoki in Ghost in the Shell: SAC_2045?
Kusunoki serves as the Prosecutor General of Japan in Ghost in the Shell: SAC_2045. He is best remembered for moving to arrest a sitting prime minister on a treason charge.
Why did Kusunoki try to arrest Prime Minister Tate?
Kusunoki walked into the office of Prime Minister Tate backed by a group of associates and announced his intent to detain him over a suspected act of treason. He is a prosecutor willing to move against the most powerful figure in government when he believes the law demands it.
Who stopped Kusunoki from arresting the prime minister?
Kusunoki's attempt to lead Prime Minister Tate away is cut short when Daisuke Aramaki arrives with several Tachikoma and blocks their path. Aramaki then presents Kusunoki with evidence proving the prime minister is innocent.
Does Kusunoki back down once he sees the evidence against his case?
Yes, Kusunoki backs down once credible evidence undercuts his case against Prime Minister Tate. This marks him as a prosecutor guided by facts rather than by pride.
What does Kusunoki look like?
Kusunoki has a small mole on his left cheek, brown eyes, and a head of gray hair. In keeping with his office, he dresses formally in a dark suit worn with black shoes.
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