Yo Uei (上井 陽 Uei Yō) is a pre-petrification human and former policeman. Originally a member of the Tsukasa Empire, he faked his death after Chrome's escape to avoid the blame, then eventually joins the Kingdom of Science after the stone wars are over.
As penance, he worked with Yuzuriha to rebuild the statues that were destroyed by Tsukasa. Yo also worked in the farming division under Taiju. However, he is constantly butting heads with Magma due to each other's naïvety in their respective worlds.
Appearance
Yo is a lean but muscular young man of slightly above-average height with incredibly spiky auburn hair, left to flow wildly behind his head. He has a massive piece of stone covering his right eye. For some inexplicable reason, despite ditching the stone eyepatch several times, it somehow always makes a reappearance.
He typically wears a short, grey sleeveless yukata that leave most of his legs exposed. He has a very large shoulder pad on his left shoulder and wears a spiked necklace. Like many in Tsukasa's Empire, he goes barefoot, though he does decorate himself with ankle bracelets. When Yuzuriha builds a fashion store, Yo wears a modern outfit.[9]
Prior to the petrification, Yo wore a police officer uniform.
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Personality
He is first shown as being abrasive, rude, and arrogant, having shown off his skills in front of his subordinates to prove how strong he is. He believes himself to be on the same level as Tsukasa, Hyoga and Ukyo when he is little more than a strong-but-unintelligent, violent thug. He also has a tendency to look down on people, especially the Post-Petrification people. He laughs off Chrome's attempt at escape, believing that he was trying to rub two sticks together to create fire to burn his way out (in reality, Chrome was using a battery, but uses Yo's misconception and belittlement to his advantage by feigning ignorance). In addition, he frequently laughs at the "savages" (stone world humans) for not understanding modern science, such as laughing at Magma for looking down on modern science (Magma is the person he fights with the most). He can be rather dismissive, believing Senku to have gone nuts in chapter 96 when he starts building his GPS as he can't understand the science behind it. Despite this, he considers modern humans superior to "savages" and takes every chance he can get in proving this.
He is a coward and, once Chrome managed to escape, is quick to leave the Tsukasa's army for fear of punishment. He goes so far as to feign amnesia to join Senku's Kingdom of Science since it would mean a greater chance of survival. He tries to butter up to them by claiming he would like to "redeem himself" by working for Yuzuriha in repairing the broken statues, though this works against him as it proves to be more work than he wished. He is shown to dislike work, often complaining about having to help Yuzuriha's statue fixing (a rather arduous task) and needlework. He similarly complains about farming, though he can be motivated when the promise of profit or power comes along.
Even in his past, he was shown to often disregard rules, once shooting a suspect while claiming that it was because they were trying to flee, and similarly peeing on a wall while being petrified. He has also admitted to being trigger-happy, shooting people on sight. His abrasive, power-seeking personality also makes him easy to manipulate into doing Senku's and Gen's bidding. He often tries to butter up to his superiors while coveting power, though is mostly harmless due to his lack of intellect. He and Magma get into fights often about the capabilities of the "savages" and the capabilities of "modern people", along with their similar personalities, strength, and desire for power and leadership.
Despite this, he does have at least one or two redeeming qualities. While fleeing, he tells his remaining subordinates to tell Tsukasa that he died and to put all the blame of Chrome's escape on him (though this would have no consequences on Yo himself since he would be thought dead, but also no benefit) implying that he at least somewhat cares about his subordinates. He is even willing to redeem himself by helping Yuzuriha out by rebuilding statues with her.[10] Since allying with Senku, Yo is now a loyal member to the Kingdom of Science and while he still seeks power, Yo has not made any attempts to claim it. Indeed, he is often amazed by Senku's inventions and once stated he wished to meet him before the Petrification event.
Abilities and Skills
Physical Abilities
Yo is former cop with a penchant for violence. As such, he's had his fair share of combat experience prior to the Petrification event.
- Police Training: As a former cop, he has training in police combat and is shown to be a somewhat competent combatant with a tonfa. His skill allows him to hold his own, in his comical bouts with Magma.
- Running: After Chrome escaped the jail, Yo assesses the damage to the jail bars before running after Chrome and dodging the pitfall traps. Despite the delay, he still succeeds in catching up to him.[11]
- Marksmanship: Thanks to his experience as a police officer, Yo was trained in the usage of firearms, though due to a lack of practice since he was petrified, he is initially a poor shot, though he is able to improve after some target practice[12]. However, his accuracy and skill is still far below Ukyo.
- Martial Arts: Yo specializes in Tonfa usage in martial arts. Yo is very proficient in using the Tonfa, being able to take out a large muscular man in the Tsukasa Empire in one blow[13].
Equipment
- Tonfa: When we are first introduced to Yo, he is seen using his second favourite weapon, the tonfa, which he uses very proficiently.
- Gun: When the Kingdom of Science creates a gun during the Treasure Island Arc, they entrust Yo with it, as he's the only member of the KOS that has had any practice in firearms. Although not using it well at first, he eventually begins to use it well once more.
Stats
| Power | 3/5 C | |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | 4/5 B | |
| Technique | 5/5 A | |
| Reach | 1/5 E |
History
Yo was a police officer who had a reputation of shooting suspects whenever they fled arrest. His behavior was often a concern for the department after he casually admitted this. According to himself, Yo was peeing at the time he was petrified.[14]
Synopsis
Communications Arc
He is guarding Chrome's cell and talks about his desire to move up the ranks. He, along with his followers, mocks Chrome for his seemingly primitive thinking.
However, Yo attempts to capture Chrome after he escapes, but Chrome spits fake blood on him and hits him in his groin.[13]
Fearing the consequences for his failure, he gives his underlings a false report on his death and to report to everyone that he died.[15] In actuality, he goes into hiding, though he seeks to redeem himself by capturing Chrome again. Finding Ishigami Village, he is about to put his plan into action, but comes across a captured Homura. After she notices him, she asks to be liberated and promises him benefits if he does.[16]
Yo later returns to the Tsukasa Empire, only to join the Kingdom of Science after learning that they won and is impressed by their skill. He lies that he lost his memory and aids Yuzuriha in fixing the petrified humans.[10]
Age of Exploration Arc
He creates a boat for a contest and ends up making a poorly-constructed raft.
Yo is amazed by the lifestyle of Ryusui, but is pleased by getting Dragos after learning its value. However, he is manipulated into working by Senku and Gen.[17]
When Senku announces plans to create a hot air balloon, Magma makes fun of him before looking at Yo to see if he is laughing, but the latter is just as confused. Yo is forced to take part in gathering supplies with Yuzuriha and Taiju. He and Magma then get into repeated arguments again.[9]
Yo and Magma get into an argument over whether modern and primitive can do a better job at sewing before he is amazed by the fact that they made a large balloon with the fabric. He soon picks a card from Gen's hand and doesn't get the right one. Yo is subsequently surprised when Chrome appears after running all the way from the village. Yo is then shocked Chrome ran from the village to the Roppongi Hills Mori Tower, surprised with his eagerness. [18]
He takes up farming, but fails to make a good crop. He and Magma are amazed by Taiju doing it very easily.
Treasure Island Arc
Yo is petrified by Kirisame under the orders of Ibara for trespassing,
His statue and subsequently dumped into the water by the enemy soldiers but is collected by Taiju.
After Senku creates a gun, the group realizes that they need an expert with firearms so they depetrified Yo for him to wield against Moz. Yo is flattered at the thought of being the new Sheriff for the stone world and is even more encouraged when Amaryllis flirts with him to make sure he stays in line. Yo demonstrates his skill by accidentally shooting a snake when he meant to hit another target. He internally resolves to keep to this himself after he is praised by the others.[12]
During the battle, Yo tries to shoot Moz when he invades the ship, but misses and gets knocked off the ship by him. Once Ibara's evil scheme gets exposed to the Petrification villagers, Yo has one bullet to stop him from using petrification weapon again like he did to Kirisame by shooting at the evil minister’s left hand. This time, he gets the shot and acquires the weapon, to his delight.[19]
Unfortunately, he doesn't know how to use it and Ibara uses it to petrify him before taking the device back.[20]
After the battle, his statue is found underwater by Taiju. Yo is later depetrified by Senku and rejoices in the victory with his allies.[21]
New America City Arc
Yo wonders if the Why-man is intelligent or dumb after hearing the latter use Senku's voice to try to activate the Petrification Weapon. [22]
Yo is present when Tsukasa is revived and nervously threatens the latter with his pistol after watching him defeat Matsukaze in a sparring match. However, Nikki notices his trembling hand.[23]
After the potential threat of possible villains rise, Yo agrees before Tsukasa states he can handle it. Yo is scared after he recalls Tsukasa's skill.[24]
He is excited at the prospect of betting on Senku and Ryusui's poker game. [25]
He bets on Ryusui during the poker game. After Senku wins, Yo is disappointed, especially when his wages go to Ginro.
When Francois creates a bar on the ship, Yo is excited by this, but questions why there is no booze.[26][27]
He later complains on the lack of booze and is excited when beer is recreated. While drunk, Yo rants about his shooting of Ibara while Nikki remarks on how he loves to tell stories.[28]
Yo is later excited by the sight of sea creatures that pass by before they spot land.[29]
Once on land, Yo, along with Ginro and Magma, rejoices at finally being off the ship. The crew of the Perseus separates with Yo among the warrior team who follow the exploration team in the case of an attack. While passing through the river, the Mobile lab is attacked by alligators. However, Yo and the warrior team attack after being driven by their hunger. They defeat most of the beasts while the rest flee in fear. Afterwards, François makes burgers out of the dead alligators to feed the crew, with Yo happy at the meal.[30]
When the group sets up camp, they are alerted by Tsukasa to retreat because of danger. Surely enough, bullets rain down and Yo flees the area with his friends. [31]
The group then flees the scene while being pursued by the attacker, who is revealed to have built an aircraft, something that leaves Yo in complete shock. Yo desperately shoots at the plane while Hyoga tells him that it's pointless and a waste of ammo, but Yo wants to do at least something. Yo then watches Senku have Kirisame bring down the ship before they procure the downed plane.[32]
Yo is later shocked to see a plane flying over the Perseus and that the enemy has a second one.[33]
They're off to kill the evil scientist.
When Magma voices a plan to take the fight to Dr. Xeno, Yo protests this absurd plan, but he is smooth talked into going through with it. However, Nikki scolds them and prevents them from through with it. [34]
Yo is later present when a mysterious woman approaches the ship, claiming to have escaped the evil Dr. Xeno. He remarks that Senku may have a thing for blonde girls. [35]
He is later seen are ogling Luna while she is making her way around the ship.[36]
When Senku is shot by the enemy sniper, Yo is worried about him. He acknowledged Ryusui being right about using the moment to surprise the enemy while they think they are vulnerable. He is relieved Senku survived and remarks on Francois translating for him.[37]
When Stanley's plane is spotted, Yo alerts the crew are alerted of Stanley's arrival, with them preparing for the Science War.[38]
When Minami notices Ryusui wielding a machine gun, Ryusui tells he that the latter snatched his gun earlier. [39]
Yo and Magma are defeated by Maya.
As the battle between Stanley, Senku, and Ryusui took place, Yo watched. When the Perseus came under attack, Yo and his group were confronted by Stanley's unit. A large female soldier charged at them and was able to subdue Magma and Yo. Yo was seen beaten and tied up by her.[40]
Yo later over hears the negotiations between Dr. Brody and Senku who gives the ingredients for the Revival Fluid so that way they can create Corn City.
South America Arc
Yo and the others are tasked with creating diamonds. Yo aired his doubts but internally he was particularly amazed by the fact that one can actually create a diamond, wishing that he had met Senku thousands of years ago to create such items.[41]
After they were successful, Yo was excited at the idea of being wealthy in the Stone World.[42]
After Senku gave the order to fight, Yo joined his comrades in attacking the American soldiers for the Petrification weapon.[43]
After deciding to attack, Yo participated in the battle and called Magma an idiot after he yells out a Petrification Weapon command for 1,000 metres and one second, as he's too far from it to activate it, only to have Nikki call Yo dumb too. Brody realizes their intention to petrify the entire American continent. When Brody commands his men to open fire, Yo gets shot in the torso, but seems to still be breathing immediately afterwards. He complains about his injury but Nikki tells him as long as they're still breathing, they have a chance to survive and that they shouldn't hesitate.[2]
Yo ultimately fell to the ground from his wounds and was ultimately petrified once Joel got to the device and activate the signal of Why-man.[44]
Chapter Appearances
Trivia
- Both parts of Yo Uei's names are used as interjections. "Yo" for when trying to get someones attention, and "Uei" when surprised, though neither are limited to these situations. The character Yo uses both frequently.
- In the anime, Yo was apparently revived thanks to Minami recognizing him as a "crazy-strong" police officer who won the baton category at a police martial arts competition, who she'd interviewed previously.[45]
- The anime also shows that Yo has a small crush on Minami.
- He is the first person to be petrified four times.
- The Martial Arts that Yo uses is known as Okinawan Martial Arts.
References
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Volume 19 — Extras
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 191
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga — Vol. 1 Chapter 1, Yo Uei is petrified along with all of Earth's human population.
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga — Vol. 6 Chapter 71, Yo Uei first appearance meaning he was revived that year.
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga — Chapter 103, Yo Uei is petrified along with majority of the Perseus Crew.
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga — Chapter 124, Yo Uei is shown to be depetrified.
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga — Chapter 133, Yo Uei is shown to be petrified by Ibara in order to obtain the petrification weapon.
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga — Chapter 191, Yo Uei is petrified along with the rest of the world.
- ↑ 9.0 9.1 Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 87
- ↑ 10.0 10.1 Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 82
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 72
- ↑ 12.0 12.1 Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 124
- ↑ 13.0 13.1 Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 71
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 84
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 74
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 79
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 86
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 88
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 131
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 132
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 138
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 139
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 141
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 142
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 143
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 144
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 145, Page 4
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 146, Pages 4 - 5
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 147
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 148
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 149
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 150
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 152
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 153
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 154
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 155
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 160
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 163
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 164
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 165
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 182
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 183
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 190
- ↑ Dr. Stone Manga: Chapter 192
- ↑ Dr. Stone Anime: Episode 30
| Male | Tsukasa Shishio • Hyoga • Ukyo Saionji • Yo Uei |
|---|---|
| Female | Homura Momiji • Minami Hokutozai • Nikki Hanada |
| Male | Brody Dudley • Byakuya Ishigami • Carlos Barrios • Gen Asagiri • Hyoga • Joel Gear • Leonard Maxwell • Max Adams • Ryusui Nanami • Sai Nanami • Senku Ishigami • Shamil Volkov • Stanley Snyder • Taiju Oki • Tetsuya Kinomoto • Tsukasa Shishio • Ukyo Saionji • Xeno Houston Wingfield • Yakov Nikitin • Yo Uei |
|---|---|
| Female | Charlotte Bony • Chelsea Childe • Connie Lee • Darya Nikitina • Homura Momiji • Lillian Weinberg • Luna Wright • Maya Biggs • Minami Hokutozai • Mirai Shishio • Nikki Hanada • Yuzuriha Ogawa |
| Unknown | Francois |