Kaoru Niimi
Kaoru Niimi is a Lieutenant in the Earth Federation Cosmo Force, serving aboard the Yamato in the science and technology division. She is a skilled scientist with a doctorate in psychology and expertise in physics. Her involvement in a mutiny attempt on the Yamato is a defining moment in her character arc.
Quick Facts
What is Kaoru Niimi's rank in the Earth Federation Cosmo Force?
She is a Lieutenant.
What is Kaoru Niimi's role aboard the Yamato?
She serves in the science and technology division, responsible for intelligence and technical/tactical analysis, and acts as a secondary psychological counselor.
What is Kaoru Niimi's educational background?
She holds a doctorate in psychology and possesses extensive knowledge of physics.
What significant event does Kaoru Niimi participate in during the voyage to Iscandar?
She is involved in a mutiny attempt to end the mission and return to Earth.
What is Kaoru Niimi's relationship with Shiro Sanada?
She is his subordinate and lover.
What is Kaoru Niimi's relationship with Mamoru Kodai?
She had a previous romantic relationship with him.
What role does she play in the Gatlantis War?
She contributes to the construction and operation of the new battleship Ginga.
Description
Personality
Initially, Niimi is a confident and skeptical scientist, not afraid to voice her concerns. Her doubts about the Yamato mission lead to her participation in a mutiny. After the failure of the mutiny, she becomes more modest and circumspect. Her past relationship with Mamoru Kodai continues to influence her emotions and actions.
Abilities
- Skilled scientist with a doctorate in psychology and expertise in physics - Proficient in technical and tactical analysis - Capable of providing psychological counseling - Adept at computer programming and virus creation