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Arine is a highly ranked ghoul investigator whose combat record once measured up to that of the celebrated Kousuke Houji. His single appearance is a brief one, ending almost the moment he crosses paths with the Black Rabbit in the 7th ward.

Rank: Associate Special Class
Kanji: 有根
Gender: Male
Status: Deceased
Species: Human
Occupation: Ghoul Investigator
Manga Debut: Chapter 87
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Appearance

Arine stands on the taller side, with short black hair and a notably long face. He wears a lengthy white jacket over a white shirt, finished with a tie patterned in black and white.

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Personality

His lone, fleeting scene leaves little room to show his character, though in the field he displays the caution of a seasoned investigator, urging his partner to stay still rather than rush their opponent.

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History

Well regarded within the CCG, Arine had earlier fought in the campaign against the Clowns, where his performance was said to match that of Kousuke Houji. His end comes while he patrols the 7th ward alongside his partner Niharu. The pair corner a winged ghoul, and Arine warns Niharu to hold back, but the creature cuts them both down in a single charge before either can strike. His severed head drops to the ground as the attacker is revealed to be the Black Rabbit. Investigators Amon and Akira later comb through the surveillance footage of the killings to push their own inquiry forward.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Arine in Tokyo Ghoul?

Arine is a highly ranked CCG ghoul investigator whose combat record once measured up to that of the celebrated Kousuke Houji, appearing briefly before his death in the 7th ward.

How does Arine die?

While patrolling the 7th ward with his partner Niharu, Arine warns him to hold back from a winged ghoul, but the creature cuts them both down in a single charge, later revealed to be the Black Rabbit.

What rank did Arine hold in the CCG?

Arine held the rank of Associate Special Class within the CCG.

What does Arine look like?

Arine stands on the taller side with short black hair and a notably long face, wearing a lengthy white jacket over a white shirt with a black and white patterned tie.

Who is Arine's partner?

Arine's partner is Niharu, who is killed alongside him in the same attack by the Black Rabbit.

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