Appearance
Tsumugi takes the form of a full-body cyborg built around an oversized head, which holds the two cyberbrains inside it.
Personality
Because two twin minds share the single frame, Tsumugi is defined by their unceasing back-and-forth, the paired cyberbrains talking to each other while it operates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Tsumugi in Ghost in the Shell?
Tsumugi is a tactical cyborg attached to Unit 501 in the Arise continuity of Ghost in the Shell, appearing across Arise, its Alternative Architecture recut, and Ghost in the Shell: The New Movie.
What makes Tsumugi different from other cyborgs in Ghost in the Shell?
Tsumugi's most unusual trait is a pair of twin cyberbrains housed together inside its oversized head, and the two minds keep up a constant conversation with each other while it operates.
What does Tsumugi look like?
Tsumugi takes the form of a full-body cyborg built around an oversized head that holds its two cyberbrains.
What unit does Tsumugi belong to?
Tsumugi serves as a tactical cyborg within Unit 501 across the Arise continuity of Ghost in the Shell.
Who voices Tsumugi in Ghost in the Shell: Arise?
Kenji Nojima provides the Japanese voice for Tsumugi in the Arise continuity.
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