Ino (いの, Ino) is a small piglet boar found in the woods by Speed-o'-Sound Sonic, who briefly made it his pet. Ino is currently under the care of Frank.
Appearance[]
Ino is a small piglet with light brown fur and dark stripes along its back. Its stomach is a lighter color, and it has a small mark beneath its eyes.
Personality[]
Ino quickly becomes attached to Speed-o'-Sound Sonic after being rescued by him. It stays by Sonic's side during his training, displaying loyalty to those he shows a liking to. This is evident when it remains with Frank, even though staying with him puts Ino in significant danger.
Appearances in Other Media[]
OVAs[]
The Ninja Who is Too Complicated[]
Ino hiding behind Sonic
Ino is attacked by a large snake but is saved by Speed-o'-Sound Sonic, who is nearby training. Sonic kills the snake, thinking of it as a useful training dummy. Afterward, he names the piglet "Ino" and takes it along, continuing his training with Ino by his side. Ino accompanies Sonic on his journey to overcome his fear of Saitama. Once Sonic completes his training, he leaves Ino with Frank. At Frank's campsite, Ino begins to feel lonely with Sonic gone, sensing someone approaching.
Ino at camp with Frank
The approaching creature turns out to be the bear that scarred Frank many years ago in the mountains. After a brief confrontation, Frank loses consciousness, and Saitama suddenly appears. Initially, Saitama considers eating Ino, but the piglet runs away, remembering Saitama from Sonic's training. Later, Ino returns to Frank's side, watching the sunrise and witnessing the damaged area caused by Saitama after he kills the bear.[1]
Trivia[]
- The name "Ino" is short for "Inoshishi" which means "boar" (猪).
References[]
- ↑ One-Punch Man OVA; The Ninja Who is Too Complicated