Skull Masks
CharacterThe Skull Masks are a violent band of ghouls active in Tokyo's 13th ward, taking their name from the bone-white coverings their members wore, and they feature in the Tokyo Ghoul side story titled Joker.
Overview
Operating out of the 13th ward, the Skull Masks were a ghoul gang recognizable by the distinctive skull-faced coverings each member donned. The group surfaces within the Joker side story of the franchise.
Role
The gang built a fearsome reputation for brutal slayings across its territory. Responsibility for confronting them fell mainly to investigators Juuzou Suzuya and Hanbee Abara, and the organization collapsed once its leader was killed. During that final clash, Suzuya manipulated the leader's own subordinate into striking her down to spare his own life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Skull Masks in Tokyo Ghoul?
The Skull Masks are a violent ghoul gang active in Tokyo's 13th ward, named for the bone white skull faced coverings each member wore.
What side story features the Skull Masks?
The Skull Masks appear in the Tokyo Ghoul side story titled Joker.
How did the Skull Masks gang come to an end?
The Skull Masks collapsed once their leader was killed by investigators Juuzou Suzuya and Hanbee Abara.
How did Juuzou Suzuya defeat the Skull Masks' leader?
During the final clash, Juuzou Suzuya manipulated the leader's own subordinate into striking her down, sparing himself the fight.
Who investigated the Skull Masks?
Investigators Juuzou Suzuya and Hanbee Abara pursued the Skull Masks, and the Suzuya Squad carried out the operation that wiped the gang from the 13th ward.
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