With the introduction of a new character, Dandadan concludes its first arc, titled “Turbo Granny Arc” in volume 4, and the next volume will kick off the Acrobatic Silky arc. As a point of interest, the yokai dressed in a skirt will be the main character of this new arc.
While Momo and Okarun are on the hunt for Okarun’s missing balls, they encounter trouble after crossing paths with this powerful yokai. However, the target of the girl is Aira Shiratori, a middle school student with an unusual exterior.
Anime fans may not be aware, but those who follow the manga certainly know that this character will leave a deep impression on the readers.
Who is Acrobatic Silky in Dandadan?
Acrobatic Silky is a yokai that has transformed into a being resembling a human. She appears as a tall woman with long hair, wearing a short dress, and bears no resemblance to her previous form. She has been following Aira and only appears after Aira has gained enough strength to see her.
Aira becomes aware of her presence after finding Okarun’s missing ball, which takes the form of a golden ball. However, what Aira does not know is that this yokai has been following her since she was a child.
What is the relationship between Acrobatic Silky and Aira?
Right after the death of her mother, Aira sees Acrobatic Silky in a spirit form and thinks of her as her mother. Aira has the ability to see spirits when she is young. However, she is unaware that she has been in contact with her since childhood.
As a human, Acrobatic Silky has had a very tough life due to her origins. She works two jobs, one of which is as a maid. She also takes care of her daughter, the one she loves deeply.
However, after deciding to buy a dress for her daughter, the owner caught her and attacked her, leaving her bleeding. Realizing that she would never meet her daughter again, she jumped into a final dance before vanishing. However, when Aira calls her “mother,” she realizes that the little girl is indeed the daughter she lost.
Acrobatic Silky then follows Aira for several years. After she accidentally kills Aira, she asks Momo to transfer her aura to Aira. Acrobatic Silky departs peacefully after Aira hugs her and calls her mother once more.
Understanding the powers and abilities of Acrobatic Silky
As her name suggests, Acrobatic Silky possesses extraordinary agility. Although she is known as a yokai with impressive dance moves, her agility is a skill she uses while alive. Her speed and incredible evasiveness have helped her dodge a powerful attack from Okarun, who is currently using Turbo Granny’s power to run at 100 km/h.
She even teamed up with Okarun in a thrilling chase through the obstacles of a building. Additionally, she can utilize Hair Manipulation, using her long hair as a weapon in battles. This is a versatile ability, as she can use it not only to navigate through difficult terrains but also to ensnare her targets.
After transferring her aura to Aira, the girl inherits her powers. Just like Okarun, Aira can also harness the strength of the yokai, and she completely manages to control it.
