Kiyalunga
ItemKiyalunga is Kiyal Bachika's personal Gunmen, first seen as she trains with Kittan aboard the Dai-Gurren. Its one notable trick is folding into a spear and shield for King Kittan Deluxe, and it is lost before the war with the Anti-Spirals.
Overview
Kiyalunga is the personal Gunmen that belongs to Kiyal Bachika. It appears while she trains alongside Kittan aboard the Dai-Gurren. When the many older machines are retired in favor of the more advanced Grapearls and later reclaimed for the Anti-Spiral fight, Kiyalunga is nowhere among the reassembled lineup, a sign that it was one of the units already destroyed by then.
Function
Its single demonstrated ability is transformation into a spear and shield wielded by King Kittan, the pairing that produces the King Kittan Deluxe configuration. No other function or separate name is ever given for this feature, which makes supplying that weaponry the machine's defining contribution on the battlefield.
Notable Users
Kiyal Bachika is the sole pilot. The machine's role is bound tightly to Kittan and his King Kittan, whose upgraded Deluxe form depends on Kiyalunga folding down into its lance and guard.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kiyalunga in Gurren Lagann?
Kiyalunga is the personal Gunmen belonging to Kiyal Bachika, first seen as she trains alongside Kittan aboard the Dai-Gurren.
Who pilots Kiyalunga?
Kiyal Bachika is the sole pilot of Kiyalunga throughout its appearances in the series.
What does Kiyalunga do for King Kittan Deluxe?
Kiyalunga's single demonstrated ability is transforming into a spear and shield wielded by King Kittan, a combination that produces the King Kittan Deluxe configuration.
What happens to Kiyalunga?
Kiyalunga is absent from the reassembled lineup once older machines are retired for Grapearls and later reclaimed for the Anti-Spiral fight, a sign that it was already destroyed by that point.
When does Kiyalunga appear in Gurren Lagann?
Kiyalunga first appears in episode 13 and is last seen in episode 15.
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