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“

Baoh is the most formidable biological weapon our organization has created!

”

—Dr. Kasuminome, Baoh the Visitor Chapter 1: Baoh, the Ultimate Weapon

The Baoh parasite (寄生虫バオー, Kiseichū Baō) is a primary character featured in Baoh the Visitor.

It is a worm-like creature, created by Dr. Kasuminome as a bio-weapon under the orders of the Dress Organization. The Baoh parasite is the origin of Ikuro Hashizawa's fighting abilities as "Baoh" (バオー, Baō), and of the Baoh Armed Phenomenon (バオー武装現象(アームド・フェノメノン), Baō Āmudo Fenomenon).

Appearance

The Baoh parasite, in its larval stage, takes the form of a long, segmented worm of indeterminate evolutionary origin. Between its sixth and seventh bodily segment, a thin tendril emerges from the left side of its body, and trails down past the length of it.

In the OVA, it is depicted with a sucker like mouth with a pair of lips and mammalian fangs.

Personality

The parasite demonstrates a level of intelligence beyond what its appearance may entail, being capable of learning new information independent of its host^[1] while in control of their body.

Abilities

Basic Powers

Superhuman Strength and Agility

User(s): All Baoh

Hosts of the Baoh parasite demonstrate exceptional strength and agility due to an enhanced musculoskeletal system. A dog who had been a Host for one month was capable of making cracks in 48 millimetres (1.9 in) glass. Additionally, Hosts have demonstrated the ability to leap several meters straight in the air, as well as cling to walls and throw stones hard enough to kill on impact.^[2]

Hardened Skin

User(s): All Baoh
Debut: Baoh, the Invincible Body

The host's skin is rendered superhumanly durable, able to deflect small arms fire at point-blank, and even shield the Host (in the case of Ikuro Hashizawa) from the damage inflicted by a head-on collision with a vehicle. This hardening is reinforced by an accumulation of the waste products, generated by the Baoh Meltedin Palm Phenomenon fluid - protecting against its own corrosive effects.^[3]

Suspended Animation

User(s): All Baoh
Debut: Baoh, the Ultimate Weapon

When the parasite or its Host ceases pulmonary respiration, such as when fully submerged in water, it undergoes a state of apparent death, and ceases aging. It can maintain this state theoretically for an indefinite amount of time, allowing it (and/or its host) to live up to hundreds of years without requiring sustenance or oxygen. Notably, the Host does not need to transform in order to make use of this ability.

Regeneration

User(s): All Baoh
Debut: The Extermination Order!

The host's body is able to live even after having vital body parts amputated. It will regenerate, ejecting any foreign objects (e.g. bullets) from the body via muscular contractions, and the body parts can reattach themselves upon contact. Hosts may use their blood to heal non-Hosts as well. However, Hosts can still die if their brain is destroyed, and the Baoh parasite subsequently incinerated.^[2]

Tactile Sensor()

User(s): Ikuro Hashizawa
Debut: Baoh, the Invincible Body

Superseding ordinary senses of sight, hearing, and smell, Baoh is gifted with a Tactile Sensor on their forehead, which allows them to perceive all animal emotions (e.g. "murderous intent", "sadness", etc.) as a sort of "scent". This sense may be disturbed by means of special compounds, as demonstrated by Dordo. The maximum effective range of this sensor is unknown, but is shown to faintly detect enemies several meters away from the Host (as in the case of Martin's Master).^[4]

Baoh Armed Phenomenon

Baoh Armed Phenomenon (バオー武装現象(アームド・フェノメノン), Baō Āmudo Fenomenon): By measuring the level of adrenaline produced by their host's adrenal medulla, Baoh is capable of detecting when their host is personally in danger. Subsequently, it will transform their host into a "Baoh", and subsume their consciousness (likened to "mental anesthesia") in order to assume direct control of their bodily functions. In this state, their host's cellular tissues are altered by a chemical secretion administered through the bloodstream, granting them a number of superhuman abilities, not including the individual "Phenomenon" (フェノメノン, Fenomenon) forms of attacks. Chief among them are superhuman strength and agility; regeneration; and the use of an unique extrasensory organ, the "Tactile Sensor" (触覚, lit. 'sense of touch').

Notably, however, it is shown that a host (namely Ikuro) is capable of developing a sufficient bond with the parasite as to utilize Armed Phenomenon while otherwise in control of his body and not transformed.^[1]

Baoh Meltedin Palm Phenomenon()

User(s): Ikuro Hashizawa, Baoh Dog
Debut: The Extermination Order!

Allows a Baoh to secrete a special corrosive fluid (synthesized from their own bodily fluids^[3]) from their skin, dissolving anything from human flesh, glass, or even metal. This has been shown capable of melting objects together (such as a handgun with a human hand), rendering both inoperable in the process.

Baoh Reskiniharden Saber Phenomenon()

User(s): Ikuro Hashizawa
Debut: Baoh, the Invincible Body

By manipulating the hardened skin tissue at both of his wrists, Baoh is capable of producing two blades that can cleanly slice through nearly any material. Baoh is also capable of using a ranged variation, known as Saber Off (セイバーオフ, Seibā Ofu), wherein he is able to launch the blades towards opponents at a distance. Kars's Light Blade was based on this attack.

Baoh Shooting-Bees Stinger Phenomenon()

User(s): Ikuro Hashizawa
Debut: Evil Beast Martin

Through altering the chemical composition of his own hair follicles, Baoh is capable of shooting off needle-like darts of hardened hair which spontaneously combust upon contact with another creature's body heat.

Baoh Break Dark Thunder Phenomenon()

User(s): Ikuro Hashizawa
Debut: Demon Walken

By linking his nerves and muscle cells together in a similar fashion to an electric eel, Baoh is capable of producing and emitting a high-voltage electric current of 60 thousand volts from his body - enough to power a laser cannon which had been severed from its power supply.

History

Background

Dr. Kasuminome created the parasite in the Dress Organization. It is stated to be a product of "artificial evolution", by means of a special drug which allowed the manipulation of genetic material within cell nuclei; and the exposure of over a hundred different species of animals to extreme environmental conditions (e.g. extreme temperatures, minimal or limited oxygen, etc.). The survivors of these experiments, having adapted to their environment(s), would then reproduce. Consequently, their offspring would be stronger due to the development of neoplasms reflective of their parents' biological and environmental adaptations.^[4]

Of what is known of the parasite's life cycle, it parasitizes the arteries leading to the brain.^[4] It is said to be able to live up to 110 days in its larval stage, before growing into an imago. Subsequently, it lays its eggs inside of its host's body. Upon hatching, these larvae will tear their way out of the host's body, and disperse into the wild.^[2]

Gallery

Model Sheet (OVA)
Baoh parasite in the OVA

References

↑ ^{Jump up to: 1.0} ^1.1 Come Out, Baoh
↑ ^{Jump up to: 2.0} ^2.1 ^2.2 Baoh, the Invincible Body
↑ ^{Jump up to: 3.0} ^3.1 Grandpa Rokusuke
↑ ^{Jump up to: 4.0} ^4.1 ^4.2 Evil Beast Martin

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[:3-1] {Jump up to: 1.0} ^1.1 Come Out, Baoh

[:2-2] {Jump up to: 2.0} ^2.1 ^2.2 Baoh, the Invincible Body

[:4-3] {Jump up to: 3.0} ^3.1 Grandpa Rokusuke

[:1-4] {Jump up to: 4.0} ^4.1 ^4.2 Evil Beast Martin

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+|debut           = [[Baoh Chapter 1]] {{1stm}}<br />[[Baoh Chapter 3]] {{Full}}
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+{{Quote|'''Baoh''' is the most formidable biological weapon our organization has created!|Dr. Kasuminome|{{Ch|Baoh Chapter 1}}}}
-The {{Nihongo|'''Baoh parasite'''|寄生虫バオー|Kiseichū Baō}} is a worm-like creature, featured in ''[[Baoh: The Visitor]]''.
+The {{Nihongo|'''Baoh parasite'''|寄生虫バオー|Kiseichū Baō}} is a primary character featured in ''[[Baoh the Visitor]]''.
-Created by [[Dr. Kasuminome]] as a bio-weapon under the orders of the Dress Organization, the Baoh parasite is the origin of [[Ikuro Hashizawa]]'s fighting abilities as {{Nihongo|'''"Baoh"'''|バオー|Baō}}, and of the {{Nihongo|'''Baoh Armed Phenomenon'''|バオー{{Ruby|武装現象|アームド・フェノメノン}}|Baō Āmudo Fenomenon}}.
+It is a worm-like creature, created by [[Dr. Kasuminome]] as a bio-weapon under the orders of the [[Dress Organization]]. The Baoh parasite is the origin of [[Ikuro Hashizawa]]'s fighting abilities as {{Nihongo|'''"Baoh"'''|バオー|Baō}}, and of the {{Nihongo|'''Baoh Armed Phenomenon'''|バオー{{Ruby|武装現象|アームド・フェノメノン}}|Baō Āmudo Fenomenon}}.
 ==Appearance==
@@ Line 24: / Line 24: @@
 In the OVA, it is depicted with a sucker like mouth with a pair of lips and mammalian fangs.
-==Summary==
+==Personality==
+The parasite demonstrates a level of intelligence beyond what its appearance may entail, being capable of learning new information independent of its host<ref name=":3">{{Ch2|Baoh Chapter 7}}</ref> while in control of their body.
-The parasite is stated to be a product of "artificial evolution", by means of a special drug which allowed the manipulation of genetic material within cell nuclei; and the exposure of over a hundred different species of animals to extreme environmental conditions (e.g. extreme temperatures, minimal or limited oxygen, etc.). The survivors of these experiments, having adapted to their environment(s), would then reproduce. Consequently, their offspring would be stronger due to the development of neoplasms reflective of their parents' biological and environmental adaptations.<ref name=":1">{{Ch2|Baoh Chapter 4}}</ref>
-Of what is known of the parasite's life cycle, it parasitizes the arteries leading to the brain.<ref name=":1">{{Ch2|Baoh Chapter 4}}</ref> It is said to be able to live up to 110 days in its larval stage, before growing into an {{W|imago}}. Subsequently, it lays its eggs inside of its host's body. Upon hatching, these larvae will tear their way out of the host's body, and disperse into the wild.<ref name=":2">{{Ch2|Baoh Chapter 3}}</ref>
-The parasite itself also demonstrates a level of intelligence beyond what its appearance may entail, being capable of learning new information independent of its host<ref name=":3">{{Ch2|Baoh Chapter 7}}</ref> while in control of their body.
 ==Abilities==
-{{Nihongo|'''Baoh Armed Phenomenon'''|バオー{{Ruby|武装現象|アームド・フェノメノン}}|Baō Āmudo Fenomenon}}: By measuring the level of {{W|adrenaline}} produced by their host's adrenal medulla, Baoh is capable of detecting when their Host is personally in danger. Subsequently, it will transform their host into a '''"Baoh"''', and subsume their consciousness (likened to "mental anesthesia") in order to assume direct control of their bodily functions. In this state, their Host's cellular tissues are altered by a chemical secretion administered through the bloodstream, granting them a number of superhuman abilities, not including the individual {{Nihongo|'''"Phenomenon"'''|フェノメノン|Fenomenon}} forms of attacks. Chief among them are superhuman strength and agility; regeneration; and the use of an unique extrasensory organ, the '''"Tactile Sensor"''' (触覚, lit. 'sense of touch').
-Notably, however, it is shown that a host (namely Ikuro) is capable of developing a sufficient bond with the parasite as to utilize Armed Phenomenon while otherwise in control of his body and not transformed.<ref name=":3">{{Ch2|Baoh Chapter 7}}</ref>
 ===Basic Powers===
 {{Tech|Part=Baoh
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 |Desc      = Superseding ordinary senses of sight, hearing, and smell, Baoh is gifted with a '''Tactile Sensor''' on their forehead, which allows them to perceive all animal emotions (e.g. "murderous intent", "sadness", etc.) as a sort of "scent". This sense may be disturbed by means of special compounds, as demonstrated by [[Dordo]]. The maximum effective range of this sensor is unknown, but is shown to faintly detect enemies several meters away from the Host (as in the case of {{UN|Martin's Master}}).<ref name=":1">{{Ch2|Baoh Chapter 4}}</ref>
 }}
-====Armed Phenomenon====
+===Baoh Armed Phenomenon===
 {{See also|Ikuro Hashizawa#Baoh Armed Phenomenon}}
+{{Nihongo|'''Baoh Armed Phenomenon'''|バオー{{Ruby|武装現象|アームド・フェノメノン}}|Baō Āmudo Fenomenon}}: By measuring the level of {{W|adrenaline}} produced by their host's adrenal medulla, Baoh is capable of detecting when their host is personally in danger. Subsequently, it will transform their host into a '''"Baoh"''', and subsume their consciousness (likened to "mental anesthesia") in order to assume direct control of their bodily functions. In this state, their host's cellular tissues are altered by a chemical secretion administered through the bloodstream, granting them a number of superhuman abilities, not including the individual {{Nihongo|'''"Phenomenon"'''|フェノメノン|Fenomenon}} forms of attacks. Chief among them are superhuman strength and agility; regeneration; and the use of an unique extrasensory organ, the '''"Tactile Sensor"''' (触覚, lit. 'sense of touch').
+Notably, however, it is shown that a host (namely Ikuro) is capable of developing a sufficient bond with the parasite as to utilize Armed Phenomenon while otherwise in control of his body and not transformed.<ref name=":3">{{Ch2|Baoh Chapter 7}}</ref>
 {{Tech|Part=Baoh
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 |Debut     = {{Ch2|Baoh Chapter 2}}
 |AImage    = Baoh_Meltedin_Palm_Phenomenon.gif
 |Desc      = Allows a Baoh to secrete a special corrosive fluid (synthesized from their own bodily fluids<ref name=":4">{{Ch2|Baoh Chapter 5}}</ref>) from their skin, dissolving anything from human flesh, glass, or even metal. This has been shown capable of melting objects together (such as a handgun with a human hand), rendering both inoperable in the process.
 }}
 {{Tech|Part=Baoh
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 |Debut     = {{Ch2|Baoh Chapter 3}}
 |AImage    = Baoh Reskiniharden Saber.gif
-|Desc      = By manipulating the hardened skin tissue at both of his wrists, Baoh is capable of producing two blades that can cleanly slice through nearly any material. Baoh is also capable of using a ranged variation, known as {{Nihongo|'''Saber Off'''|セイバーオフ|Seibā Ofu}}, wherein he is able to launch the blades towards opponents at a distance. [[Kars]]' Light Blade was based on this attack.
+|Desc      = By manipulating the hardened skin tissue at both of his wrists, Baoh is capable of producing two blades that can cleanly slice through nearly any material. Baoh is also capable of using a ranged variation, known as {{Nihongo|'''Saber Off'''|セイバーオフ|Seibā Ofu}}, wherein he is able to launch the blades towards opponents at a distance. [[Kars]]'s Light Blade was based on this attack.
 }}
 {{Tech|Part=Baoh
@@ Line 121: / Line 117: @@
 |Desc      = By linking his nerves and muscle cells together in a similar fashion to an {{W|electric eel}}, Baoh is capable of producing and emitting a high-voltage electric current of 60 thousand volts from his body - enough to power a laser cannon which had been severed from its power supply.
 }}
+==History==
+===Background===
+[[Dr. Kasuminome]] created the parasite in the [[Dress Organization]]. It is stated to be a product of "artificial evolution", by means of a special drug which allowed the manipulation of genetic material within cell nuclei; and the exposure of over a hundred different species of animals to extreme environmental conditions (e.g. extreme temperatures, minimal or limited oxygen, etc.). The survivors of these experiments, having adapted to their environment(s), would then reproduce. Consequently, their offspring would be stronger due to the development of neoplasms reflective of their parents' biological and environmental adaptations.<ref name=":1">{{Ch2|Baoh Chapter 4}}</ref>
+Of what is known of the parasite's life cycle, it parasitizes the arteries leading to the brain.<ref name=":1">{{Ch2|Baoh Chapter 4}}</ref> It is said to be able to live up to 110 days in its larval stage, before growing into an {{W|imago}}. Subsequently, it lays its eggs inside of its host's body. Upon hatching, these larvae will tear their way out of the host's body, and disperse into the wild.<ref name=":2">{{Ch2|Baoh Chapter 3}}</ref>
 ==Gallery==
 <gallery>
-File:1-Baoh-Parasite-MS.png|Model Sheet (OVA)
+-Baoh-Parasite-MS.png|Model Sheet (OVA)
-File:Baoh Parasite OVA face.png|Baoh parasite in the OVA
+Baoh Parasite OVA face.png|Baoh parasite in the OVA
 </gallery>
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 {{Supernatural Navigation}}
 [[Category:Concepts]]
-[[Category:Baoh Characters]]
+[[Category:Baoh the Visitor Characters]]
+[[Category:Neoplasms]]
 {{Baoh}}

v e Baoh the Visitor
Chapters	1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Volumes	Baoh, the Invincible Body Demon Walken
Main Characters	Ikuro Hashizawa Sumire Sunny Stefen Nozzo Rokusuke Sophine 22nd Man Martin Martin's Master Baoh (Parasite) Dress Organization Dordo Walken Dr. Kasuminome
Minor Characters	Masked Men Baoh Dog Rokusuke's Wife Ikuro's Parents Aroma Bats Cain and Bloody Aya Shirasawa Sap Spiders
Media	OVA (Soundtrack) All-Star Battle (All-Star Battle R)

v e Supernatural Beings
Vampires	Dio Brando Straizo Wired Beck Nukesaku Vanilla Ice Aztec Chief Zeppeli's Father Vagrant Vampire Prisoner Kars's Vampires Bad Breath Vampire Vampire Horses Kars's Double Alejandro Torres Mogizo Karaiya
Zombies and other Undead	Wang Chan Jack the Ripper Bruford Tarkus Adams Doobie Page, Jones, Plant, and Bornnam Winzaleo Eijkman Caineghis Police Zombie Zombie Knights Ceiling Zombies Zombie Mother Chimera Zombies Executed Zombies Zombie Commander Tama Bruno Bucciarati Sports Maxx Antonio Torres Mr. Fernandes
Pillar Men	Kars Esidisi Wamuu Santana Pillar Men Clan
Ghosts	Reimi Sugimoto Arnold Yoshihiro Kira Yoshikage Kira Jean Pierre Polnareff Sotoba Mizuo Nanase Fujikura Budogaoka High School Spirit Evil Spirits
Rock Organisms (Rock Humans)	Yotsuyu Yagiyama Aisho Dainenjiyama A. Phex Brothers Tamaki Damo Dolomite Urban Guerrilla Doremifasolati Do Poor Tom Wu Tomoki Toru Iwasuke Hair Clip Do Do Do, De Da Da Da Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da Radio Gaga
Miscellaneous	Mansaku Nijimura Aliens The Green Baby Rods Spirit Cleansers Under the Moon Unicorn Yokai Mountain Gods Moon Rabbit Coire electricus lorenzinia Hermes Yabubako-Hoshi Hot Summer Martha Kushagara Spaghetti Man Curiosity Equation's Curse Okamisama Gleanings of Paradise Baoh

Baoh (Parasite): Difference between revisions

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Contents

Appearance

Personality