This article is a translation of the following Japanese article:
Original: 【ブルアカ】なぜ「キサキ」はここまで世界を熱狂させたのか？デザインの神髄と二次創作の盛り上がりを考察
: “Hey, you guys. Today, I’m finally going to talk about the Kisaki phenomenon, which is unavoidable and which all teachers would have lost their sense of at least once. We’ll go beyond the mere implementation of a new character and explore the depths of why the world was so excited all at the same time.”
Writer 2: “Wow! Kisaki-sama! Kisaki-sama! I wanted to be the leg of Kisaki-sama’s chair! The absolute realm peeking out from that slit of the Chinese dress, and the heavy power that was carried on that small and delicate body… This is the truth we were looking for! Exactly, we won’t stop spinning the gacha until you cry!”
: “…Your vocabulary is still lacking as usual. However, it is true that the character Kisaki became a kind of singularity in the work Blue Archive. Design, attributes, timing, all of them meshed in a miraculous balance. Today, I will calmly and relentlessly analyze the factors from an aesthetic perspective and market trends. Even a single cell like you can understand.”
1. Violence of design! The essence of the well-calculated “gap”
: “First of all, it’s that visual. Even though he is the most powerful person, the head of the Genryumon gate of the Sankai Kei High School High School, he still has a childish appearance.This gap directly affected the sexual tendencies, or rather, the sensibilities, of gentlemen all over the world.”
: That’s right! She’s sitting a little on that big chair. But when she opens her mouth, she’s full of dignity. This isn’t the ultimate loli hag (young girl on the outside, skilled on the inside). I want to be looked down upon with that cold gaze of Kisaki-sama. I want to be looked down on like I’m looking at trash. I just want to bow down and say, “You can’t run away, you can’t run away!”
: “…I don’t care about your special fetishes. Technically speaking, the color scheme of “black” and “gold” in her design, as well as the “balance of exposure and concealment” are perfect.She wore a loose-fitting Chinese dress. The cut emphasizes specific parts such as the armpits and thighs.This is the work of the official artist Mx2J, and is a highly sophisticated piece of seduction disguised as a “transparent view of the world.”
- Winning formula in design:
- The contrast between the heavy title of the highest authority and the appearance of a delicate girl
- Long black hair and traditional Chinese dress create an overwhelming sense of mystery
- Arrangement of accessories such as folding fans and kissels that give a feeling of adult leeway
: “That’s right. That ‘kisel’ has a nice taste. It’s not like a minor is smoking, it’s just that they’re enjoying the incense, but there’s a sense of adult sexiness in every gesture. When you say lukewarm, you get a guffaw, so it’s no surprise that all the teachers have fallen.
2. Explosive excitement! Madness called derivative work
: “Everyone, do you remember how excited Twitter (currently X) was at that time!? The moment Mr. Kisaki first appeared, just a few minutes later, the illustration was already uploaded! This was already faster than the speed of light. You were already drawing!”
: The speed of derivative creation was certainly extraordinary.The number of fan art on Pixiv and SNS reached tens of thousands of pieces in just a few days after the announcement of implementation.It is noteworthy that not only in Japan, but also in South Korea, China, and European and American artists reacted all at once. This is proof that Kisaki has made the world go wild. Her designs have a universal beauty that transcends language barriers… no, they have a strong hook.”
: “Yes, that excitement was truly a festival.Even those who did not play Buruaka were in a frenzy asking, “Who is this character!?” As a result, a large number of new users were brought in.It can be said that this is a rare example where a derivative work far surpassed the official advertisement.The passion of the Kagu artists turned the wave of Kisaki into a gigantic tsunami.”
- Factors of explosion of derivative works:
- Character design with clear contrast between black and white that stimulates the artist’s motivation
- There was a wide variety of facial expressions, and it was easy to imagine both a cool face and a embarrassed face
- Peer pressure (in a good sense) excitement called ‘Kisaki-sama boom’ on SNS
: “Since that day, I’ve been saving 1000 of Kisaki-sama’s illustrations every day. My storage is full. But I have no regrets. After all, in order to become the god of the new world, I need to sacrifice this much!”
Writer 3: “Your HDD is already on the verge of exploding. However, it is true that this overwhelming supply has made the character Kisaki not just a temporary fad, but one of the Buru Aka icons.”
3. The long-awaited desire for “playability”
: “However, the cruel thing about Kisaki is that it took so long from his first appearance to playable implementation (addition to gacha). That teasing play… well, that period of time heightened the sense of hunger among the teachers to the extreme.”
: “It was hell! Every time I went to an event, I was expecting “Kisaki-sama!? Is it going to be implemented this time!?” and I was disappointed every time.I could almost hear Anzai-sensei’s hallucinations, telling me that if I gave up, the game would be over.But the longer we waited, the deeper our love (and savings) became!”
: “Psychologically, scarcity and sustaining expectations are factors that increase value.It is unclear whether the management side was also calculating this, or whether they were simply holding back, but as a result, the excitement at the time of implementation was as enthusiastic as that of an anniversary event.The way the sales rankings jumped on the day of implementation was truly at the level where Scouters exploded.”
- Effects of “teasing” until implementation:
- Every time it appeared, it became a trend on SNS and continued to maintain recognition
- A common topic among teachers, “Waiting for Kisaki implementation”, strengthened the community
- At the time of implementation, strength without compromise in terms of performance was given, maximizing satisfaction
: “That’s right. That high performance was also important. Not only was she cute, but she reigned as an indispensable supporter in all-out battles and major battles, creating a situation where not only those who loved the characters but also those who valued efficiency were forced to back down. Management must be formidable.”
4. A hotbed of “Eros” called Shanhai Ching
: “But it’s not just Kisaki-sama. Sankai Kei is like this… Isn’t he too aggressive as a whole? Mina-san, Rumi-san, and recently Kaguya-san. That school was definitely created to destroy the sense of reason of the teachers!”
: “…It’s unusual and sharp. The setting of Sankai-kei high-class junior high school is based on the traditional and ultimate fetishism of the Chinese dress. Kisaki stands at the top of that and symbolizes the ‘sex appeal’ of the entire school. Because of her presence, the other students at Sankai-kei also shine. It’s just one person for all, all for one.”
: “Indeed. With Kisaki as the absolute centerpiece, Sankai Kei’s story and the interactions between the characters have gained more depth.Behind her cold judgment, we can see compassion for the students and a slightly softer attitude towards the teachers…This is the legitimate brainwashing known as ‘Kizuna Story’.We teachers are voluntarily immersed in that poison.”
- Charm of Sankai Kei School:
- Unified sex appeal through the most common costume called “China dress”
- Interesting master-slave relationship and conflict structure such as Kisaki and Mina, Kisaki and Reijo
- A unique atmosphere that combines elements of authentic Chinese fantasy with the unique science fiction feel of Burakaa
: “That loyalty of Mina-san… I also want to swear loyalty to Kisaki-sama and polish the floor of Genryumon every day! Even if I am picked out as a suspicious person, that is a reward in itself! Indeed, my fighting power is 530,000, but in front of Kisaki-sama it is 0!”
: “I know your existence value is negative, so shut up.”
5. Conclusion: The “scenery” of Buruaca changed by Kisaki
: “Now, I’ve talked about this at length, but in the end, what did Kisaki change?I think it was in the fact that the game Buruaka proved that “the power of one character can move communities all over the world at the same time.”
: “I really think so. If it wasn’t for Kisaki-sama, my blue-red life would have been even more bleak. She is the goddess who gave our lives transparent sex appeal. Thank you, Alona. Thank you for creating Kisaki-sama…!”
: “It’s almost like a religion. However, Kisaki’s success story has made me realize once again the importance of divine design in the future of Bluaka… or rather, in the entire smartphone game industry. No matter how good the game system is, it is powerless in front of a beautiful girl who shakes your soul. You could say that she was one of the milestones of otaku culture in the 2020s.”
- Summary of Kisaki phenomenon:
- A divine design by Mx2J that embodies the ultimate in gap moe
- A chain of explosive derivative works that match the SNS era
- The victory of management that controlled “impatientness” and “expectations”
- This was the decisive blow that propelled Buraka to become a global hegemony game
: “That’s it. Now, if you’re a teacher who read this article and want to meet Kisaki-sama again, or if you’re an unlucky Kagu-shi who doesn’t have a girlfriend yet, open the game now. Her charm cannot be conveyed through words or images alone. Only by actually listening to her voice, looking at the Memorial Lobby, and drowning in her abyss can you truly call yourself a teacher.”
: “Okay, I’m going to watch Kisaki-sama’s Memorobi again for about an hour! I’ll watch it until my eyes water! Then, I’ll prepare to become the god of the new world! Otsu!”
: “…You don’t have to come back again. Now, readers, if you want to know more about Kisaki-sama, you should relentlessly search the seas of the Internet. There’s bound to be abyss that you don’t know about. Well then, Otsu.”
: “Finally, please pay at your own risk, Mr. Kisaki. Please use it in a planned manner. See you in the next crap thread… no, I’ll see you in the feature article. Otsu!”
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