In the world of anime, many characters excel in concealing their true identities, and they have their own reasons for doing so. Some conceal their identity to fulfill their job requirements, while others have personal missions to protect. These characters are known for their intelligence, although they may not be as intelligent as anime detectives, they are effective in executing their mission. However, they also struggle to keep their identity a secret as they try to deceive others, but not all of them are successful in maintaining their disguise. Here are the top 6 anime characters who excel in concealing their true identity.
6. Gen Asagiri – Dr. Stone
At first glance, Dr. Stone doesn’t seem like an anime that involves deception or concealment. Gen Asagiri was resurrected and ordered by Tsukasa Shishio to become his agent to gather information about Senku’s activities in Ishigami village. Gen accepted the offer, but he was a cunning human being. When he realized that he would live a better life under Senku’s leadership, especially because he had Coca Cola which he adored, Gen changed sides. However, he still pretended to be Tsukasa’s informant and helped Senku gather information.
5. Sasuke Uchiha – Sasuke Retsuden
In the world of Naruto, it is not uncommon for characters to conceal their identity. Sasuke Uchiha is the latest character to do so in the manga spinoff, Sasuke Retsuden. Sasuke travels to Redaku to find medication for Naruto’s illness since he has become the eighth Hokage. He searches for a Rikudo Sannin who he believes had the same illness as Naruto. To accomplish his mission, Sasuke allows himself to be captured and poses as a prisoner in Tatar prison. He attempts to learn about the Sannin while keeping his identity as a shinobi hidden. His wife, Sakura, accompanies him and acts as a prison doctor.
4. Keisuke Baji – Tokyo Revengers
Keisuke Baji is a character from Tokyo Revengers. He is an exceptional fighter, a member of the Toman Gang, and he conceals his real identity. Baji decides to leave the gang after a disagreement with the leader, Mikey. However, he doesn’t reveal his true identity to Mikey, he decides to go undercover to verify if Mikey is corrupt. Baji poses as a member of the Tenjiku Gang to infiltrate Toman, and his disguise is so convincing that no one suspects a thing.
3. Trio Marley – Attack on Titan
Reiner, Bertholdt, and Annie are members of Pejuang and are featured in Attack on Titan. They are Eldian children who lived in Maley and consumed one of the nine titans to gain power. These three are sent to Paradis Island with the objective of destroying it. They join the Survey Corps, which aims to destroy Titans and protect humankind. These three continue to conceal their true identity and original objective, hoping to kidnap Eren and bring him back to Marley. It proves difficult for Reiner, who struggles with his identity crisis as he spends more time living a double life.
2. Hawks – My Hero Academia
Hawks is a character who features significantly in My Hero Academia’s 6th season. He decides to join the League of Villains to gather intelligence about them. However, one of the League members became suspicious, and Hawks is forced to eliminate him. Dabi, who was already suspicious of Hawks, eventually found out Hawks’ true identity and tried to kill him. Hawks was severely injured during the Paranormal Liberation War but remained determined to fight for justice.
1. Angelo Lagusa – 91 Days
Angelo Lagusa is the protagonist of 91 Days. He watches as his family is massacred by the mafia group, Vanetti Family. He survives and flees from his hometown. Fueled by vengeful thoughts, Angelo grows up and returns to his hometown under the identity of Avilio Bruno. No one knows that Avilio is the grown-up Angelo. Avilio tries to befriend one of the members of the Vanetti Family to gain their trust. As he integrates himself further into the family, he discovers the information he needs to exact his revenge.
In conclusion, these are the top six anime characters who excel in concealing their true identity. Although they all have compelling reasons for keeping their identity a secret, it is fascinating to see how they perform their roles successfully while maintaining a double life.
