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{{Stand Infobox
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{{Quote|The guiltier [[Koichi Hirose|you]] feel, the bigger that lock gets... In other words, that lock is the "weight of your guilt".|Tamami Kobayashi|{{Ch|Chapter 285}}}}

{{Nihongo|'''The Lock'''|じょうまえ／{{Ruby|錠前|ザ・ロック}}|Jōmae/Za Rokku}} is the [[Stand]] of [[Tamami Kobayashi]], featured in the fourth part of the ''[[JoJo's Bizarre Adventure]]'' series, ''[[Diamond is Unbreakable]]''.
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{{Quote|The guiltier [[Koichi Hirose|you]] feel, the bigger that lock gets... In other words, that lock is the "weight of your guilt".|Tamami Kobayashi, [[Chapter 285]]}}

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{{Nihongo|'''The Lock'''|{{Ruby|錠前|ザ・ロック}}|Za Rokku}} is the [[Stand]] of [[Tamami Kobayashi]], featured in the fourth part of the ''[[JoJo's Bizarre Adventure]]'' series, ''[[Diamond is Unbreakable]]''.


It manifests as a large metal lock hooked to the chest of its victims, its ability being the amplification of their feelings of guilt.
It manifests as a large metal lock hooked to the chest of its victims, its ability being the amplification of their feelings of guilt.


==Appearance== <!--T:4-->
==Appearance==
[[File:TheLock_KeyArt.png|frameless|left|140px]]
The Lock takes on the appearance of a giant U-shaped lock with the character 銭 (''Zeni'', meaning "money") engraved on the front. It hooks onto the target's heart, appearing fused into their chest. As with most Stands, only people with Stand powers can see it, although non-Stand users affected by The Lock can still feel its effects.


Tamami can also hold The Lock as a tangible item, as shown when he is called by [[Rohan Kishibe]] to confirm that [[Josuke Higashikata|Josuke]] is cheating in their game of dice.<ref>{{Ch|Chapter 382}}</ref>
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The Lock takes on the appearance of a giant U-Shaped Lock with the character 銭 (''Zeni'', meaning "Money") engraved on the front. It hooks onto the target's heart, appearing fused into their chest. As with most Stands, only people with Stand powers can see it. Even those under its influence have no idea it is there, only feeling its effect.


===Color Schemes===
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Tamami can also hold The Lock as a tangible item, as shown when he is called by [[Rohan Kishibe]] to confirm that [[Josuke Higashikata|Josuke]] is cheating in their game of dice.<ref>Chapter 382, [[Chapter 382|I Am an Alien! (6)]]</ref>

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==Abilities== <!--T:9-->
==Abilities==
The Lock is an [[Stand Types#Automatic Stands|automatic Stand]] that has no combat ability whatsoever, but perfectly fits Tamami's petty goals. Despite its apparent weakness, it is surprisingly dangerous, as it can push people to the point of committing suicide.


====Guilt Entrapment====
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By making someone feel guilty, Tamami can summon The Lock, which appears bound to the victim's chest.<ref>{{Ch|Chapter 284}}</ref>
The Lock is an automatic Stand that has no combat ability whatsoever, but perfectly fits Tamami's petty goals. Despite this, it is surprisingly dangerous, as it can push people to the point of committing suicide.


[[File:koichilock.gif|thumb|left|220px|The Lock activating on Koichi]]
====Guilt Entrapment==== <!--T:11-->
Afterward, their guilt is multiplied continuously and can add up with other accusations, represented by The Lock growing bigger and heavier.<ref name=":0"/> The Lock will stay indefinitely even if it is moved away from Tamami,<ref name=":0" /> until the victim either feels so guilty they commit suicide,<ref name=":1">{{Ch|Chapter 288}}</ref> Tamami willingly cancels The Lock, or the source of the guilt disappears, usually meaning that the person "absolved" themselves by compensating Tamami with money or they learn that there is nothing to be guilty about.<ref name=":0" />


Tamami can trick people into feeling guilty for perceived but false wrongdoings and he can lock several people at the same time.<ref>{{Ch|Chapter 286}}</ref> However, Koichi could likewise influence his mother into not feeling guilty anymore, cancelling The Lock's effect.<ref name=":1" />
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By making someone feel guilty, Tamami can summon The Lock, which appears bound to the victim's chest.<ref>Chapter 284, [[Chapter 284|Koichi Hirose's Echoes (1)]]</ref>


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Afterward, their guilt is multiplied continuously and can add up with other accusations, represented by The Lock growing bigger and heavier.<ref name=":0">Chapter 285, [[Chapter 285|Koichi Hirose's Echoes (2)]]</ref> The Lock will stay indefinitely even if it is moved away from Tamami,<ref name=":0" /> until the victim either feels so guilty they commit suicide,<ref name=":1">Chapter 288, [[Chapter 288|Koichi Hirose's Echoes (5)]]</ref> Tamami willingly cancels The Lock, or the source of the guilt disappears, usually meaning that the person "absolved" themselves by compensating Tamami with money or they learn that there is nothing to be guilty about.<ref name=":0" />[[File:koichilock.gif|thumb|left|220px|The Lock activating on Koichi]]
Tamami can trick people into feeling guilty for perceived but false wrongdoings and even lock several people at the same time.<ref>Chapter 286, [[Chapter 286|Koichi Hirose's Echoes (3)]]</ref> However, Koichi could likewise influence his mother into not feeling guilty anymore, cancelling The Lock's effect.<ref name=":1" />

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Tamami also claims that if someone with The Lock on them attacks him, the damage will be reflected on the attacker, but this is never shown.<ref name=":0" />
Tamami also claims that if someone with The Lock on them attacks him, the damage will be reflected on the attacker, but this is never shown.<ref name=":0" />


====Lie detection==== <!--T:15-->
====Lie Detection====
The Lock is shown to be capable of detecting dishonesty in a person, as shown during Josuke's cee-lo game against Rohan.<ref>{{Ch|Chapter 383}}</ref> Though this power isn't elaborated on in much detail, Tamami explains that The Lock will move if it senses honesty, and stays still if it senses dishonesty.


==Chapters / Episodes==
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The Lock is shown to be capable of detecting dishonesty in a person, as shown during Josuke's cee-lo game against Rohan.<ref>Chapter 383, [[Chapter 383|I Am an Alien! (7)]]</ref> Though this power isn't elaborated on in much detail, Tamami explains that The Lock will move if it senses honesty, and stays still if it senses dishonesty.

==Chapters / Episodes== <!--T:17-->

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==Gallery== <!--T:19-->
==Gallery==
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|Manga|
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TheLock.jpg|''[[JOJO A-GO!GO!]]''
TheLock First.png|The Lock's first appearance
TheLock First.png|The Lock's first appearance
TheLockKoichi.PNG|The Lock fused into Koichi's chest
TheLockKoichi.PNG|The Lock fused into [[Koichi Hirose|Koichi]]'s chest
The Lock 2.jpg|The Lock on [[Okuyasu Nijimura]], after feeling guilty for punching Tamami
The Lock 2.jpg|The Lock on [[Okuyasu Nijimura]], after feeling guilty for punching [[Tamami Kobayashi|Tamami]]
Ayana Hirose.png|The Lock on [[Ayana Hirose]], after "accidentally" spilling hot tea on Tamami
Ayana Hirose Infobox Manga.png|The Lock on [[Ayana Hirose]], after "accidentally" spilling hot tea on Tamami
Ayana and Mom's Extreme Guilt.png|The Lock's increase in size proportional to victims' guilt
Ayana and Mom's Extreme Guilt.png|The Lock's increase in size proportional to victims' guilt
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</gallery>
|Chapter Covers|
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Anime=
<gallery>
<gallery>
Chapter_287.jpg|[[Chapter 287]] Cover
The Lock on Koichi.png|The Lock on Koichi, after feeling guilt over killing a cat
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The Lock on Okuyasu.png|The Lock on Okuyasu, after feeling guilty for punching Tamami
}}
The Lock suicide.png|The Lock's utmost power: convincing a victim to kill themselves
|Anime|
{{Tabber
|Story|
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The Lock on Koichi.png|The Lock on [[Koichi Hirose|Koichi]], after feeling guilt over killing a cat
Koichi's_Lock_POV.png|[[Koichi]]'s perspective of The Lock attached to his chest
The Lock on Okuyasu.png|The Lock on [[Okuyasu]], after feeling guilty for punching [[Tamami Kobayashi|Tamami]]
The_Lock_Disappearing.png|The Lock disappearing after its victims' guilt is lost
The Lock suicide.png|The Lock's utmost power: convincing a [[Koichi's Mother|victim]] to kill themselves
Lock_Being_Held.png|The Lock being held to judge [[Josuke]] during his game with [[Rohan]]
The Lock stats.png|The Lock's stats
The Lock stats.png|The Lock's stats
TheLock KeyArt.png|Key art of The Lock
TheLock KeyArt.png|Key art of The Lock
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</gallery>
|Promotional Art|
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<gallery>
DU-1NiformationLineup3.jpg|[[Niformation]] [[Diamond is Unbreakable (Anime)|Diamond is Unbreakable]] ACT1 Wafer Stickers
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|Merchandise|
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CharaTamami.jpg|[[Chara Heroes]]; Part 4 Vol.1
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|Clothing|
<gallery>
DUYukata.jpg|[[BANDAI FASHION COLLECTION]]
Jojo × Graniph Stand Users Shirt 1.jpeg|[[graniph]]
Jojo × Graniph Stand Users Hat 4.jpeg|[[graniph]]
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|Other|
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JoJo Exhibition 2012 Pins.jpeg|[[Hirohiko Araki JoJo Exhibition 2012]] Pins
TenuguiEmblemPattern2.jpg|[[JoJo's Bizarre Tenugui]] Navy
TenuguiEmblemPattern3.jpg|[[JoJo's Bizarre Tenugui]] Red
DURubberCharm1 3.jpg|[[BANDAI FASHION COLLECTION]]
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|Other|
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TheLock.jpg|''[[JOJO A-GO!GO!]]''
WSJ_1997_13B.jpg|[[Weekly Shonen Jump]] #13, 1997
J-274.jpg|[[Adventure Battle Card]]; The Lock
J-512.jpg|The Lock
TamamiStandPPP.png|The Lock in [[JoJo's Pitter-Patter Pop!]]
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Latest revision as of 18:40, 26 March 2025

“
The guiltier you feel, the bigger that lock gets... In other words, that lock is the "weight of your guilt".
”
—Tamami Kobayashi, Chapter 285: Koichi Hirose (Echoes), Part 2

The Lock (じょうまえ／錠前(ザ・ロック), Jōmae/Za Rokku) is the Stand of Tamami Kobayashi, featured in the fourth part of the JoJo's Bizarre Adventure series, Diamond is Unbreakable.

It manifests as a large metal lock hooked to the chest of its victims, its ability being the amplification of their feelings of guilt.

Appearance

The Lock takes on the appearance of a giant U-shaped lock with the character 銭 (Zeni, meaning "money") engraved on the front. It hooks onto the target's heart, appearing fused into their chest. As with most Stands, only people with Stand powers can see it, although non-Stand users affected by The Lock can still feel its effects.

Tamami can also hold The Lock as a tangible item, as shown when he is called by Rohan Kishibe to confirm that Josuke is cheating in their game of dice.[4]

Color Schemes

The series is known for alternating colors between media, the information presented below may or may not be canon.
Colored MangaAnime
Lock(Gold)
Lock(Gray and brown)

Abilities

The Lock is an automatic Stand that has no combat ability whatsoever, but perfectly fits Tamami's petty goals. Despite its apparent weakness, it is surprisingly dangerous, as it can push people to the point of committing suicide.

Guilt Entrapment

By making someone feel guilty, Tamami can summon The Lock, which appears bound to the victim's chest.[5]

The Lock activating on Koichi

Afterward, their guilt is multiplied continuously and can add up with other accusations, represented by The Lock growing bigger and heavier.[3] The Lock will stay indefinitely even if it is moved away from Tamami,[3] until the victim either feels so guilty they commit suicide,[6] Tamami willingly cancels The Lock, or the source of the guilt disappears, usually meaning that the person "absolved" themselves by compensating Tamami with money or they learn that there is nothing to be guilty about.[3]

Tamami can trick people into feeling guilty for perceived but false wrongdoings and he can lock several people at the same time.[7] However, Koichi could likewise influence his mother into not feeling guilty anymore, cancelling The Lock's effect.[6]

Tamami also claims that if someone with The Lock on them attacks him, the damage will be reflected on the attacker, but this is never shown.[3]

Lie Detection

The Lock is shown to be capable of detecting dishonesty in a person, as shown during Josuke's cee-lo game against Rohan.[8] Though this power isn't elaborated on in much detail, Tamami explains that The Lock will move if it senses honesty, and stays still if it senses dishonesty.

Chapters / Episodes

Manga Appearances
Chapters in order of appearance
Anime Appearances
Episodes in order of appearance

Gallery

MangaAnimeMerchandiseOther
StoryChapter Covers
  • The Lock's first appearance
    The Lock's first appearance
  • The Lock fused into Koichi's chest
    The Lock fused into Koichi's chest
  • The Lock on Okuyasu Nijimura, after feeling guilty for punching Tamami
    The Lock on Okuyasu Nijimura, after feeling guilty for punching Tamami
  • The Lock on Ayana Hirose, after "accidentally" spilling hot tea on Tamami
    The Lock on Ayana Hirose, after "accidentally" spilling hot tea on Tamami
  • The Lock's increase in size proportional to victims' guilt
    The Lock's increase in size proportional to victims' guilt
StoryPromotional Art
  • The Lock on Koichi, after feeling guilt over killing a cat
    The Lock on Koichi, after feeling guilt over killing a cat
  • Koichi's perspective of The Lock attached to his chest
    Koichi's perspective of The Lock attached to his chest
  • The Lock on Okuyasu, after feeling guilty for punching Tamami
    The Lock on Okuyasu, after feeling guilty for punching Tamami
  • The Lock disappearing after its victims' guilt is lost
    The Lock disappearing after its victims' guilt is lost
  • The Lock's utmost power: convincing a victim to kill themselves
    The Lock's utmost power: convincing a victim to kill themselves
  • The Lock being held to judge Josuke during his game with Rohan
    The Lock being held to judge Josuke during his game with Rohan
  • The Lock's stats
    The Lock's stats
  • Key art of The Lock
    Key art of The Lock
FigurinesClothingOther

References

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