Talk:Ayato Kirishima/@comment-26544002-20160229074537/@comment-10733658-20160304184117

I'm kind of in the camp that doesn't want Ayato to become a Kakuja. It feels to me like too many fans focus on Kakuja as being the pinnacle of strength for Ghouls, and a shiny power-up that each character you like should achieve.

I think Ayato becoming a Kakuja would cheapen the progress he's made, and the fact he is so strong without needing to resort to cheap tricks. His improved strength has come from a genuine place, rather than simply taking a short-cut and risking himself in the process. The implications are that he spent time training with Shachi, improving his base skills and his physical abilities which then translates into being stronger overall. Ayato's gained increased stamina, which has always been the major weakness of the Ukaku type. He's also learned to harness his kagune in a fashion that isn't as wasteful, and very useful in close combat. He's gotten /smarter/.