Goyathlay Soundman (37th Universe)
CharacterGoyathlay Soundman is a character from the light novel JORGE JOESTAR, the 37th-universe counterpart of Sandman. An astronaut whose very body is composed of sand, he wields the Bound called Dune and dies aboard the H.G. Wells at the hands of the ship's captain, Funnier Valentine.
Appearance
In contrast to his source counterpart, Soundman goes fully clothed and keeps a comparable hairstyle minus the braids. His garment carries a similar indigenous design and is fitted with padding at the shoulders and elbows.
Abilities
Soundman commands the Bound known as Dune, which lets him summon sand and bend it to his will, an affinity so complete that his entire body is made of the substance. His people hail from the desert, and by his own telling sand and self came to absorb one another until the two were inseparable. Kars would later devise a stronger version of this power, naming it Dune Ultimate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it Sandman or Soundman in JoJo?
The name is Soundman in this specific 37th Universe version from the light novel JORGE JOESTAR; his original counterpart across the main series is called Sandman.
What is Soundman's ability in JoJo?
Goyathlay Soundman wields the Bound called Dune, which lets him summon and control sand so completely that his entire body is made of the substance.
Who is Goyathlay Soundman?
Goyathlay Soundman is a character from the light novel JORGE JOESTAR, the 37th Universe counterpart of Sandman, an American astronaut whose body is made entirely of sand.
How does Goyathlay Soundman die?
Goyathlay Soundman dies in 2012 aboard the ship H.G. Wells, fatally shot by its captain, Funnier Valentine, using the ability Rear Window.
Is Goyathlay Soundman connected to Kars' Dune Ultimate?
Yes, Kars later develops a stronger version of Goyathlay Soundman's sand ability, naming his own technique Dune Ultimate.
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