Daisuke
Role
Intern aboard the Tulpar spaceship, working under Swansea in ship maintenance and assisting with various tasks as needed.
Appearance
Daisuke is a tall young man with a distinctive appearance. He has a tanned complexion, semi-dyed brown hair, and almond-shaped brown eyes. His round face is marked by a mole on each cheek, adding to his unique look. Daisuke's attire consists of the Pony Express yellow and red ringer tee, layered with a pink hibiscus patterned button-up shirt. He completes his outfit with blue jeans and black boots, reflecting a casual yet individualistic style.
Personality
Daisuke stands out as possibly the most optimistic crew member aboard the Pony Express. His enthusiasm and excitement about shipboard activities are nearly constant, even finding joy in mundane tasks like repeatedly taking inventory of the kitchen supplies. This positive attitude persists even after the crash, as he strives to maintain high spirits in dire circumstances. However, beneath his cheerful exterior, Daisuke harbors deeper struggles. In a vulnerable moment, he drunkenly confesses to Jimmy about his difficulties in finding meaning in life, revealing a more complex character beneath the upbeat facade.
History
Daisuke's path to the Pony Express crew was influenced by his mother, who arranged his internship at Tulpar. Her motivation stemmed from concerns about his lack of career prospects, describing him as 'such a slacker.' Daisuke's pre-internship life appears to have been filled with partying and drinking, suggesting a carefree lifestyle. Jimmy's comments imply that Daisuke might come from a wealthy family, though this information is unconfirmed and could be a result of Jimmy's cruel nature.
Daisuke's experiences during the events of Mouthwashing are still being uncovered. This part of his story is evolving as more information becomes available through gameplay and narrative developments.
Relationships
Curly
Daisuke's relationship with Curly, the ship's captain, appears to have been cordial before the crash. However, detailed information about their interactions and dynamics is limited.
Jimmy
The nature of Daisuke's relationship with Jimmy is still being explored. More information is needed to fully understand the dynamics between these two characters.
Swansea
Daisuke works directly under Swansea as an intern, creating a mentor-mentee dynamic. Despite Daisuke's efforts to impress and meet expectations, he often falls short, leading to a strained relationship. Swansea frequently undermines Daisuke's abilities and holds a low opinion of him. However, their final interactions reveal a deeper connection, with Swansea viewing Daisuke as a son-like figure and offering him a final act of mercy.
Anya
While specific details about Daisuke's relationship with Anya are limited, they appear to have a friendly rapport. They enjoy playing board games together during their free time, with their matches occasionally becoming quite competitive, hinting at a playful dynamic between the two.
Trivia
Daisuke's character design is inspired by Ryosuke Kawashima from the film 'Kairo', as revealed in the Mouthwashing Developer Diary #1 on the game's Steam page.
The red hibiscus on Daisuke's shirt holds significant meaning in Hanakotoba (Japanese flower language). It symbolizes 'brilliance', 'trust', 'delicate beauty', 'bravery', 'new love', and 'courage'. In Okinawan culture, hibiscus is also associated with prayers for the happiness of the deceased.
The name 'Daisuke' can be written using various kanji characters, each with different meanings. Common interpretations include 'big assist', 'big mediate', 'big bless', 'big help', and 'big law/rule/ceremony'. Given Daisuke's role and perceived nature, his name might be a play on 'big assist', ironically referencing his supposedly unhelpful nature.
Daisuke has a notable sweet tooth. He often mentions making extra sweetener packets and keeps a secret stash in his blanket, highlighting this endearing character trait.