Poco (ポコ,, Poko) is a minor character introduced in Phantom Blood. The character is portrayed as an ally of the protagonists.
Personality
Poco is introduced as a mischievous and cowardly boy who steals the group's supplies. Later, however, especially when Jonathan is losing against Tarkus, Poco was shown to be brave, willing to risk his life to help the group. He also worries about his sister, who has been taken captive by Dio.
Synopsis
History
Poco was a cowardly boy who got bullied by other kids, but was protected by his sister. When confronted by her about when he was going to fight back and live on his own, Poco answered that he would do this "tomorrow", which causes her to slap him. When Dio took shelter in Windknights, he brainwashed Poco to lure Jonathan into a trap.
Phantom Blood
On their way to Dio's castle, Jonathan's group encounters Poco, who is introduced as a pickpocket who steals the group's supplies. In reality, he was under Dio's mind control, and while he is able to get away from the group quickly, Poco quickly finds himself in danger from Dio's zombies. Luckily, he is saved by Jonathan, and witnesses the serious situation of the group.
When Jonathan fights a losing battle against Tarkus, Poco finally shows his courage, willing to risk his life to open the door to allow Zeppeli and Speedwagon to come to Jonathan's aid. He then accompanies the group to the battle against Dio so he can save his sister, and is protected by Straizo from Page, Jones, Plant and Bornnam for the remainder of the fight. After the battle's end, he last appears with his sister and the other characters on the port to wish Jonathan and Erina a good honeymoon.
Chapters / Episodes
Manga Appearances- Chapter 24: Ripple Overdrive, Part 2
- Chapter 25: Ripple Overdrive, Part 3
- Chapter 26: Tarkus and the Dark Knight Bruford, Part 1
- Chapter 31: The Knights' Ruins
- Chapter 32: The Medieval Knights' Training Ground for Murder
- Chapter 33: Pluck for Tomorrow and the Successor, Part 1
- Chapter 34: Pluck for Tomorrow and the Successor, Part 2
- Chapter 35: Pluck for Tomorrow and the Successor, Part 3
- Chapter 36: The Three from a Faraway Land, Part 1
- Chapter 37: The Three from a Faraway Land, Part 2
- Chapter 38: The Three from a Faraway Land, Part 3
- Chapter 39: Fire and Ice, Jonathan and Dio, Part 1
- Chapter 40: Fire and Ice, Jonathan and Dio, Part 2
- Chapter 41: Fire and Ice, Jonathan and Dio, Part 3
- Chapter 44: Fire and Ice, Jonathan and Dio, Part 6 (Flashback)
Anime Appearances- JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Episode 5: The Dark Knights
- JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Episode 6: Pluck for Tomorrow
- JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Episode 7: The Successor
- JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Episode 8: Bloody Battle! JoJo & Dio
- JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Episode 9: The Final Ripple!
Video Games
Phantom Blood (PS2 Game)
Poco is unplayable, but appears generally as in the original story. He first appears stealing from the group and later becomes an ally, shown as well is his turmoil with his family and struggle during the final fight.
Gallery
Poco's first appearance, stalking the group
Caught by Jonathan
Bullied by delinquents
Climbing the wall into the arena where Jonathan is battling Tarkus
Poco in the Phantom Blood PS2 game
Climbing in the arena
Stricken by Tarkus
References