Kuro (くろ)
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| Japanese Name | くろ |
| Character Designer Primary Artist |
Doroinu |
| Voiced by | Japanese: Yukako Kiuchi English: Skyler Davenport |
| ID No: | 1047 |
| Release Date (JP): | February 10, 2023 |
Not to be confused with Kuro (黒) or Kuroe.
Kuro (くろ) was a playable character in the 2017 mobile game Puella Magi Madoka Magica Side Story: Magia Record. Originally a character exclusive to the anime, Kuro was first seen in Kuroe's backstory, where she was trying to save a cat from a Witch. Kuroe saved the Magical Girl, but did not offer to team up or help when Kuro asked if she had any spare Grief Seeds.
General Info
| Physical Features | |
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| Age | Unknown |
| Eye colour | Unknown |
| Hair colour | Dark brown |
| Magic | |
| Soul Gem | The red sphere on her hood's bow tie (chest) |
| Weapon | Competitive Archery set (resembles a Toy Bow and Arrow) |
| Witch Form | Unknown |
| Powers and Abilities | Unknown |
| Wish | Unknown |
| Other | |
| Japanese pronoun | watashi (私) |
| Known relatives | Unnamed parents, unnamed grandmother |
| Origins | Takarazaki City |
| School | Takarazaki Municipal First Middle School |
Game Info
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★★★☆ | 80 | Support | |||||||||||||||
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| Initial | 4397 | 1286 | 1233
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| Max at 3★ | 15371 | 4279 | 4133 | |||||||||||||||
| Max at 4★ | 20097 | 5596 | 5396
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| Max SE | 22493 | 7092 | 7292 | |||||||||||||||
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Unique Memoria
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The Savior Whose Name I Do Not Know |
**Unique to Kuro (くろ)** Every time I come to this station, I remember that girl in the black hood. The kind-hearted magical girl who helped me when I was weak... I still sometimes dream of seeing you again someday... because I want to hear your name next time and tell you how grateful I am for what you did for me that day. | この駅に来るたび、私は黒いフードのあの人を思い出す
弱い私を助けてくれた心優しい魔法少女を… いつかまた会えたら…なんて、今でもときどき夢に見るのは 次こそ名前を聞いて、あの日の感謝を伝えたいから |
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Side Story
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Kuro reflects on her mission to defeat Witches in exchange for having made a wish. She acknowledges the danger and difficulty of being a Magical Girl but accepts it as her duty. During her journey, she recounts the "look-alike incident," where she encounters a Witch within its Labyrinth. She defeats the Witch and secures a Grief Seed. Another Magical Girl appears, accusing her of trespassing. Kuro declines any conflict or alliance due to her preference for living alone. Kuro frequently experiences being mistaken for someone else (Iroha), particularly by people who believe she has helped them. She stumbles into a Witch's barrier and barely survives with help from Iroha. They discover a striking resemblance between them, leading to further misunderstandings. Both girls attend the same school, though Iroha has transferred. Other hooded Magical Girls have also been mistaken for each other. Despite the awkwardness, they express mutual respect. Iroha offers to help Kuro with training, but Kuro declines, reiterating her commitment to independence. They agree to temporarily team up to clarify their identities and prevent future confusion. Their collaboration extends beyond practicality as Iroha insists on supporting her. A shared meal becomes a bonding experience, which also eases tensions. They form a tentative partnership focused on resolving lingering ambiguities. During dinner, Kuro learns more about Iroha's altruistic nature and her motivations for helping others, rooted in her supportive family and friends. Iroha shares how she was once weak but grew stronger through the kindness of others. These insights prompt Kuro to reflect on her own solitary lifestyle. She questions whether her decision to live alone stems from negative past experiences. Kuro recalls her childhood in a nurturing environment where her parents encouraged acceptance of weaknesses. Moving to a new middle school disrupted her comfort zone. She struggled to fit in and began pretending to be someone she was not, trying to keep up appearances. This led to her being exploited by peers, leaving her feeling used rather than valued. These experiences shaped her desire to live independently, free from manipulation and false pretenses. As a Magical Girl, Kuro attempted joining teams multiple times but found herself treated as expendable or incompetent. Despite her efforts to contribute, she often felt like a burden, leading her to leave groups before being expelled. She concludes that maintaining false personas proved more exhausting than facing loneliness. Embracing solitude allows her to avoid repeating cycles of exploitation and self-deception. Kuro reflects deeply on her past, realizing that by pretending to be someone she was not, she lost sight of her true self. Her efforts to fit in only led to exploitation and disappointment. During a meal with Iroha, she reaffirms her decision to live independently, explaining how past experiences shaped this choice. She insists it is better for her to remain solitary, protecting herself and others from potential harm. Iroha acknowledges Kuro's resolve but expresses hope that one day she might trust someone enough to rely on them. Kuro admits noticing changes in Iroha since their first encounter, highlighting her growth and resilience. She learns how encounters with others transformed Iroha. This conversation prompts Kuro to consider whether her future could also change, leaving room for uncertainty despite her current commitment to solitude. Listening to Iroha recount her life experiences, Kuro feels these events are far removed from her own mundane existence. Iroha emphasizes the importance of meaningful relationships and suggests Kuro not close herself off entirely. Inspired by Iroha's optimism, Kuro agrees to keep an open mind about the future while maintaining her present independence. They engage in battle training, and Kuro discovers unexpected synergy when fighting alongside Iroha, hinting at the potential benefits of teamwork. During combat practice, Kuro realizes Iroha's strength and strategic insight, recognizing how effectively they complement each other. This forces Kuro to confront her assumptions about relying on others. She concludes that creating bonds is not a substitute for personal growth; she must first become stronger and self-reliant before considering companionship. Her desire for independence stems from wanting to stand on her own without leaning on others. After a dangerous encounter, Kuro reaffirms her commitment to becoming stronger independently. She acknowledges the heartening support of having a comrade but recognizes her current weakness makes her ill-equipped to truly cherish or protect such relationships. Grateful yet resolute, she thanks Iroha and reiterates her intention to live alone as a positive, deliberate choice. They part ways amicably, promising to meet again. Kuro reflects on her journey. She has grown stronger through solo training and occasional collaborations with other Magical Girls, though she remains largely independent. Another girl offers help and companionship, and Kuro is surprised by the genuine care shown toward her despite their brief acquaintance. Recalling Iroha's example, she explains her philosophy of helping others as a way to pass on kindness received. While still committed to her solitary path, she leaves the possibility of future cooperation open, believing in the power of living authentically and helping those in need. She contemplates the fates of old acquaintances, hoping to meet them again someday. |
Event Appearances
Etymology
- The characters of her name are written in hiragana and are a homophone for 玄, which means "mysterious", "deep", or "profound", or 黒 which means "black".
- くろ can also be seen as a heart written as an emoticon: <3.
Trivia
- Her bow resembles a toy and her arrows are tipped with blunt, rounded balls, both of which are likely meant to portray her as ineffective and weak.
- Kuro has similar design elements as Iroha Tamaki: Her white and pink cloak hood (inverted from Iroha's), a pink circular Soul Gem acting as their cloak clasp, both having bows as weapons, and going to the same Takarazaki school.
- Her Magia "I'll Do My Best" is taken from episode 24, which appeared in Runes in Slave of Anima's Barrier.
- She is the fifth playable character not to have two names.
- Her fluffy cloak, hoof-like gloved hands, pockets that resemble closed eyes, lack of her own eyes, her weakness, her fearful personality, and her reliance on others to give her Grief Seeds make her greatly resemble Rebecca. However, because she is alive during an event that takes place after Arc 2, she cannot be the same Magical Girl.
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