Kafka Hibino (The Man Who Became a Kaiju) is a 4-Star character in Kaiju No. 8 The Game (K8 The Game). Covers rating, ascension priority, best build, and team comps.
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Basic Info & Tier for Kafka Hibino (The Man Who Became a Kaiju)
 | Rarity | 4★ |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Shot | |
| Role | Attacker | |
| How to Get | Beginner's Guide |
Kafka Hibino [The Man Who Became a Kaiju] starts off as a Shot-type Attacker but upon using his first Ultimate, he transforms into his Kaiju form, which turns him into a Blunt Attacker.
Tier & Rating
| Overall Tier | Reroll Tier |
|---|---|
▶ Character Tier List | - ▶ Reroll Tier List |
User Score
Pros & Cons for Kafka Hibino (The Man Who Became a Kaiju)
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Ascension Priority & Effects for Kafka Hibino (The Man Who Became a Kaiju)
| A1 | Recommendation: ★★★★・ Resolution of a Defense Officer - While in |
|---|---|
| A2 | Recommendation: ★★★★・ Strength Beyond Imagination - While in |
| A3 | Recommendation: ★★★・・ Steady Training - Ultimate, Follow-Up Skill Lv. +2. - Ultimate, Follow-Up Skill max Lv. +2. |
| A4 | Recommendation: ★★★・・ Partial Transformation - At the start of battle, applies Ultimate Gauge Charge Rate +20% (2 turn(s)) to this unit. |
| A5 | Recommendation: ★★★・・ Promise of Childhood Days - Normal Attack, Combat Skill, Passive Skill Lv. +2. - Normal Attack, Combat Skill, Passive Skill max Lv. +2. |
| A6 | Recommendation: ★★★★★ Mastered Strength - After activating Normal Attack or Combat Skill in |
Skills & Ultimate for Kafka Hibino (The Man Who Became a Kaiju)
Ultimate
| Transformation Acquired Fighting Style | ||
|---|---|---|
| - Enters - Recover this unit's HP equal to 100% of Max HP. - 1. This unit's HP +44% and SPD +10. 2. Normal Attack, Combat Skill, Ultimate, and Follow-Up Skill become post-transformation skills. 3. This unit's next Action Order advances by 100%. 4. Weapons are considered unequipped. 5. Lasts until the end of the battle and cannot be removed. | ||
| Ult Gauge Limit | Attack Type | Attack Range |
| 300 300 | - Blunt | Enhance → ST Attack |
Normal Attack
| 1% Shot Inhuman Fist | ||
|---|---|---|
| - Deals Shot DMG equal to 55% of this unit's ATK to a single Kaiju. Post-Transformation Skill: Inhuman Fist: Deals Blunt DMG equal to 55% of this unit's ATK to a single Kaiju. | ||
| Ult Gauge Charge | Attack Type | Attack Range |
| 66 66 | Shot Blunt | ST Attack → ST Attack |
Combat Skill
| Wholehearted Support Overwhelming Roar | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| - Deals Shot DMG equal to 89% of this unit's ATK to a single Kaiju. - After attacking: 1. Has a 100% base chance to apply DEF -16% (1 turn(s)) to the target. 2. Applies SPD +16% (1 turn(s)) to this unit. Post-Transformation Skill: Overwhelming Roar: Deals Blunt DMG equal to 64% of this unit's ATK to all Kaiju. | |||
| SP Cost | Ult Gauge Charge | Attack Type | Attack Range |
| 1 1 | 99 99 | Shot Blunt | ST Attack → AoE Attack |
Follow-Up Skill
| Experienced Support Earth-Shaking Blow | ||
|---|---|---|
| - Deals Shot DMG equal to 55% of this unit's ATK to a single Kaiju. Post-Transformation Skill: Acquired Fighting Style: Deals Blunt DMG equal to 66% of this unit's ATK to a single Kaiju. | ||
| Ult Gauge Charge | Attack Type | Attack Range |
| 60 60 | Shot Blunt | ST Attack → ST Attack |
Passive Skills
Unorthodox Fighting Spirit
| Effect |
|---|
| - At the start of battle, applies Effect Hit Rate +20% (3 turn(s)) to this unit. - While in Kaiju form, this unit's ATK +55% and DEF +22%. |
Additional Passive Skills
| Battle-Ready Stance |
|---|
| Required Character Lv. Limit: Lv. 40 - After activating Ultimate [Transform], this unit's Ultimate Gauge +60. |
| Kaiju Vitals |
| Required Character Lv. Limit: Lv. 60 - After activating Follow-Up Skill, applies Effect RES +15% (2 turn(s)) to this unit. |
| Guts to Step Up |
| Required Character Lv. Limit: Lv. 80 - When attacking a Kaiju that has 50% or more remaining HP, this unit's CRIT Rate +16%. |
Kafka Hibino Profile
Profile
| Affiliation | First Division |
|---|---|
| Birthday | August 5 |
| Height | 5'11 (181 cm) |
| Likes | The Defense Force, curry, hamburg steak, alcohol |
Introduction
| Kafka Hibino is a rookie officer who realized his lifelong dream of joining the Defense Force at the age of 32. Initially serving as a cadet, he applied the knowledge and instincts he gained as a specialized Kaiju cleaner to aid in Kaiju neutralization operations, earning a promotion to full officer. Kafka's identity as Kaiju No. 8 is a closely guarded secret within the Defense Force, remaining hidden from both the general public and the media. |
Voice Actor
| VA | Masaya Fukunishi |
|---|---|
| Notable Roles | - Tokyo Revengers (Draken) - Haikyuu!! To the Top (Heisuke Riseki) - Blue Period (Sumida) |
Kafka Hibino is voiced by Masaya Fukunishi.
