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Dr. Bofoi (ボフォイ博士, Bofoi Hakase), also known by his hero alias Metal Knight (メタルナイト, Metarunaito), is the S-Class Rank 4 of the Hero Association. Besides fighting, Bofoi also provides many services for the Hero Association, such as weaponry sponsorships and facility construction.
He's also one of the few people aware of Saitama's strength and has started to spy on him, viewing Saitama as a potential threat.[3]
Appearance[]
Bofoi has receding white hair, an overbite, and a prominent nose. He typically wears a lab coat over a blue shirt. Primarily, Bofoi operates through his robots, which he controls from a safe distance. Two of his robots have been showcased: the first is a large unit capable of flight with high firepower, while the second is smaller, approximately human-sized, and lacks visible weaponry, possibly intended for reconnaissance.
Personality[]
Bofoi exhibits a keen interest in advanced technology, as evidenced by his decision to send one of his robots to scavenge for useful remnants in the wreckage of the Dark Matter Thieves' ship. Despite being a hero, he shows little compassion for others unless it serves his interests. Even when a meteor threatens Z-City, his primary concern is the reliability of his new missiles. Due to Drive Knight's warning to Genos, much about Bofoi remains enigmatic.
He is also aware of the corruption inside the administration of the Hero Association, but isn't at all above using their pettiness to his own gain.
When dealing with monsters, Bofoi is cautious and pragmatic, recognizing the provocation from the Monster Association as a trap designed to eliminate the majority of the heroes in the Hero Association. However, this pragmatism renders him ruthlessly indifferent; he suggests bombing the Monster Association's hideout, disregarding the life of a hostage child connected to one of the Hero Association's main sponsors. Consequently, the Hero Association rejects his plan, and even Child Emperor expresses disgust at his suggestion.
While he comes off as cold, practical and calculating in demeanor, Bofoi's actions and decisions stem from what appears to be fear of an unknown evil that is lurking in the shadows.
Instances where Bofoi shows concern for others are rare. During his assault on Elder Centipede, he warned two heroes to vacate his field test area, though this was more self-serving than altruistic. His rationale for bombing the Monster Association can stem from a desire to protect his fellow heroes and, by extension, humanity. He also informed the heroes present after the Monster Association raid about their acute radiation poisoning, insisting on mandatory testing and decontamination at his lab.
So far, the only person Bofoi shows some level of care towards is Child Emperor. He shared his personal fears with Child Emperor, warning him about lurking dangers and offering advice on survival. His version of justice involves sacrificing a few to save the many.[4] He is very confident in his robots' abilities to defeat monsters, so he is surprised after Saitama destroys many of them; this piques his interest in the Caped Baldy, leading him to intensify his surveillance of Saitama, whom he views as a potential future threat.[5] He harbors some resentment towards Saitama due to being reprimanded by the Hero Association staff for his unreliable defense against monsters which Saitama destroyed and blamed on its malfunction.[6]
Abilities and Powers[]
As an S-Class hero, Bofoi is highly powerful, though his ascent to this rank is attributed more to his intellect and the strength of his weaponry than to his physical abilities. According to Gyoro Gyoro, he is one of four heroes capable of defeating Elder Centipede.[7] Despite this, he was unable to inflict damage on the centipede monster during their encounter with his drone. However, Phoenix Man notes that the full extent of Bofoi's military might and weaponry remains unknown, even to the Hero Association,[7] which breeds concern over his potential betrayal, as he could become a huge threat.[8] Child Emperor asserts that Bofoi's weaponry surpasses that of any individual hero.[9][10]
Fighting Style[]
Bofoi firing the missiles of his Battle Robot
Mech Pilot: Bofoi is renowned for employing powerful weaponry to obliterate his opponents and everything in the surrounding area.[11] He utilizes various remotely controlled robots tailored for his missions and experiments. Additionally, he demonstrates considerable skill in piloting his preferred battle robot. This combat style allows Bofoi to engage in fights without endangering his own life, as he operates his robots from a safe distance.
Miscellaneous Abilities[]
Genius Intellect: Bofoi possesses a genius-level intellect, which enables him to design highly advanced machines and weapons.
- Master Scientist and Inventor: Bofoi has developed various defense systems for the Hero Association, including a nearly indestructible shelter and an array of powerful weaponry.
- Master Engineer: Bofoi showcased his structural and civil engineering expertise by rebuilding the Hero Association's HQ in A-City within a few days, demonstrating access to the necessary resources and construction robots.
Equipment[]
Robots (ロボット, Robotto): Given his preferred combat style, Bofoi possesses a vast array of remotely controlled robots equipped with built-in weaponry, which he uses for experimentation, scouting, and reconstruction. He is confirmed to have at least a hundred combat robots.
- Battle Robot (Unofficial Name by HA) (戦闘ロボット, Sentō Robotto): Identified by Drive Knight as Bofoi's favorite machine,[12] this large silver robot features multiple cannons on its back and distinct three circular marks on its "face." Bofoi can communicate through this robot and connect his other robots to it for data collection and improved battle efficiency.[13] It is first seen when Bofoi tests its weapons against a colossal meteorite.[1]
- Flight: The robot uses rocket engines to fly.
- Missiles: The robot is armed with powerful missiles, noted by Genos for their destructive capability.
- Suction Pads: The robot includes retractable suction pads, which Bofoi used to cling to Elder Centipede as it retreated underground.
- Durability: The full extent of the Battle Robot's durability has yet to be demonstrated. However, Bofoi noted that Orochi was strong enough to penetrate the robot's hands and body with a single strike, which is a significant feat for Orochi, indicating that the battle robot possesses considerable durability.
Bofoi's Reconnaissance Robot
- Reconnaissance Robot (Unofficial Name by HA) (偵察用ロボット, Teisatsu-yō Robotto): A smaller, roughly human-sized robot with no visible weaponry or armor. Like Bofoi's battle robot, it features three distinct circular marks on its "face." Bofoi can communicate through this robot as well. It is first shown emerging from a pod after the battle against the Dark Matter Thieves.[1]
Bofoi's Construction Robot
- Construction Robot (Unofficial Name by HA) (工事用ロボット, Kōji-yō Robotto): A colossal four-legged robot that houses numerous drones and features a large cannon mounted on its front. Bofoi can communicate through this robot, as with his other units. It was utilized to rebuild the Hero Association's HQ following the battle against the Dark Matter Thieves.[1] This robot was briefly classified as a Mysterious Being by the Hero Association due to its sudden and unexplained appearance.[8]
- Small Recovery Robots (回収用小型ロボット, Kaishū-yō Kogata Robotto): Inside the construction robot, there are many small recovery robots that can be deployed to gather materials. These ball-shaped robots are equipped with propellers for flight and extendable arms for collecting debris.
Bofoi's Defense System
- Defense System: Located within the Hero Association Headquarters in A-City, this system comprises various levels of robots equipped with special sensors to detect, attack, and eliminate any threats. An AI designed to handle a range of situations responds appropriately according to the level of the monster. It was ultimately destroyed by Saitama.[14][15]
- Unmanned Bombers: A fleet of drone aircraft, each equipped with a substantial payload of ordnance for carpet bombing. These were noted by Drive Knight.[16]
- Missiles: An arsenal of long-range missiles, potentially nuclear. Bofoi keeps their launch codes secret, which may be stored in his control robots. These were mentioned by Drive Knight.[16]
- Tank-Walker Robots: Several large, four-legged robots armed with massive cannons, significantly larger than cars and trucks.[12]
- Drill Robot: A sizable robot resembling a drill tank, equipped with two large drills positioned on each front side. This robot can burrow underground, allowing for subterranean mobility.[17]
- Cleaner Drones: An army of hundreds to thousands of drones that Bofoi can summon to dispose of fallout generated by nuclear explosions.[18]
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Battle Suit: Bofoi possesses a battle suit that he uses to confront Child Emperor. This suit enhances his close-range defense and allows him to project an energy barrier for protection.[19]
Hero Rating[]
Metal Knight's rating determined by the Hero Association[1]:
Trivia[]
- According to the databook:
Bofoi's army of robots according to Drive Knight
- He is rumored to have an immense arsenal of weapons and a robotic army, to the point where the Hero Associaton fears the idea of him going rogue; Gyoro Gyoro says that he is one of the few heroes capable of defeating Elder Centipede because of this which is later confirmed by Drive Knight.[20]
- Bofoi is confirmed to have taken possession of the remains of Boros' ship, moving them to a secret location so as to develop new technology.[1]
- According to Drive Knight, he intends to achieve world domination with his robot army and, in order to do that, he needs to find a way to weaken the Hero Association.
- His hero name is rather ironic as when looked at from a medieval standpoint, a Knight is supposed to be the paragon of chivalry and virtue, while Bofoi has been shown to be highly pragmatic and cold, the very antithesis of what his hero name means.
- The four-legged Construction Robot used to rebuild Hero Association HQ resembles the AT-AT from Star Wars franchise.
- His unmanned bombers are a "flying wing" design and highly resemble real-world aircraft such as the Lockheed F-117 Nighthawk and Northrop B-2 Spirit, the latter of which is a strategic stealth bomber.
- In the 2017 One Punch Man Halloween cover, Bofoi's robot Metal Knight was depicted as a rectangular steel plate but with limbs, probably in reference to the carbon-freezing process shown in the Star Wars franchise.
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References[]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 1.9 One-Punch Man Encyclopedia; One-Punch Man: Hero Encyclopedia, page 88-91
- ↑ One-Punch Man Manga; Chapter 149 (Online), page 25
- ↑ One-Punch Man Webcomic; Chapter 97, page 8-9
- ↑ One-Punch Man Manga; Chapter 86, page 25
- ↑ One-Punch Man Webcomic; Chapter 97
- ↑ One-Punch Man Webcomic; Chapter 107, page 7
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 One-Punch Man Manga and Anime; Chapter 85, and Episode 24
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 One-Punch Man Manga; Big Construction
- ↑ One-Punch Man Manga; Chapter 149 (Online), page 24
- ↑ One-Punch Man Webcomic; Chapter 73, page 3
- ↑ One-Punch Man Manga; Chapter 21, page 70
- ↑ 12.0 12.1 One-Punch Man Manga; Chapter 119 (Online), page 13
- ↑ One-Punch Man Manga; Chapter 119 (Online), page 12
- ↑ One-Punch Man Manga; Chapter 172 (Online)
- ↑ One-Punch Man Webcomic; Chapter 96
- ↑ 16.0 16.1 One-Punch Man Manga; Chapter 119 (Online), page 14
- ↑ One-Punch Man Manga; Chapter 169 (Online), page 43
- ↑ One-Punch Man Manga; Chapter 169 (Online), page 44
- ↑ One-Punch Man Webcomic; Chapter 151
- ↑ One-Punch Man Manga; Chapter 119 (Online), page 12