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* EyeScream: The victim of this more than once. Yamori injects him with an RC suppressant by jabbing a needle into the tear duct, and near the end of the series [[spoiler: Arima stabs out both of his eyes]].

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* EyeScream: The victim of this more than once. Yamori injects him with an RC suppressant by jabbing a needle into the tear duct, and near the end of the series [[spoiler: Arima stabs out both of his eyes]].


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!!Ken Kaneki in ''Tokyo Ghoul √A'':

In the alternate universe of the anime, Kaneki's path takes a very different direction.

* EvilCostumeSwitch: His battle-suit becomes this, adopted after he joins Aogiri.
* FaceHeelTurn: At the end of the first episode, he joins Aogiri. However, material from the PV suggests he may actually be a FakeDefector.

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* BespectacledBastardBoyfriend: Subverted. All evidence suggests he would be one, being a hostile and abrasive guy that treats everyone around him with disdain......but all that sarcasm and hostility melts away when he's with Kimi. Instead, he would do anything to protect her and even cherishes a tacky gift of matching bracelets simply because she gave it to him.

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* {{Megane}}[=/=]{{Meganekko}}: He wears enormous reading glasses, creating a strong contrast between his kind personality and Arima's StoicSpectacles.



* FourEyesZeroSoul: His expression rarely changes, giving the impression of someone utterly removed from the world. Even at his most outgoing in ''Jack'', he remains very distant and detached from the things going on around him.



* {{Sadist}}: Described by the author as "massive and sadistic".

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* {{Sadist}}: Described by the author as "massive and sadistic". In ''Jack'', he claims to hunt Ghouls because it is his "hobby".
* ScaryShinyGlasses: And they are splattered with the blood of those he's already killed, for bonus scary.



* StoicSpectacles: When he isn't killing everything in sight, he comes across as a handsome but slightly aloof figure.



* TeenGenius: As a teenager he pursued and killed Ghouls ''without a Quinque''.

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* TeenGenius: As He was brilliant even as a teenager he pursued teenager, both in terms of raw intelligence and killed Ghouls ''without a Quinque''.his fighting ability. In ''Jack'', he memorized his textbook and is noted for being an exceptional student.

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* ForegoneConclusion / DoomedByCanon: He does not appear in the "Joker" one-shot, a future story focused on Suzuya. As such, it's clear the two are no longer partners and something happened to him. [[spoiler: In the final chapter, he is left on life support in the hospital and declared Brain Dead due to the injuries inflicted on him by the One-Eyed Owl]].

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* ForegoneConclusion / DoomedByCanon: ForegoneConclusion[=/=]DoomedByCanon: He does not appear in the "Joker" one-shot, a future story focused on Suzuya. As such, it's clear the two are no longer partners and something happened to him. [[spoiler: In the final chapter, he is left on life support in the hospital and declared Brain Dead due to the injuries inflicted on him by the One-Eyed Owl]].



* LikeASonToMe: He comes to see Juuzou this way, with his wife telling Suzuya that he loves him like his own child.



* ParentalSubstitute: His wife revealed he thought of himself as one to Suzuya.

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* ParentalSubstitute: His wife revealed he thought of himself as one to Suzuya.To Suzuya, offering him both moral guidance and emotional support.



* BeleagueredAssistant: Juuzou gleefully messes with him, making him feed him pudding during meetings and leaving him to make excuses for him when he's late.



* CowardlySidekick: To Juuzou.

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* CowardlySidekick: To Juuzou.


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* NumberTwo: In ''Re'', he serves as Juuzou's right-hand man and handles most of the work. He seems to have grown more confident under Juuzou's guidance, and leads the Squad whenever Juuzou is absent.
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* CovertPervert: During her autograph session, her hand wanders ''suspiciously'' low while posing with a fan for pictures.


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* SherlockScan: She has an exceptional talent for reading people, picking up on small details about them simply through observation. She demonstrates this to Hinami during their second meeting, pointing out her nervous CharacterTic and correctly guessing not only her general upbringing but how it compares to Kaneki's past. Hinami notes this is probably part of what makes her such a talented writer.

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The father of Touka and Ayato Kirishima, a pacifist Ghoul that encouraged his children to coexist with humanity. He lived with his family in a human community and scavenged the corpses of humans and Ghouls to survive. This caused him to become a Kakuja, and earned him the title "Corpse Collector". He was eventually tracked down by Shinohara and Mado, and killed by them. His kagune would be used to develop [=CCG=]'s quinque armor bearing his name.

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The father of Touka and Ayato Kirishima, a pacifist Ghoul that encouraged his children to coexist with humanity. He lived with his family in a human community and scavenged the corpses of humans and Ghouls to survive. This caused him to become a Kakuja, and earned him the title "Corpse Collector". He was eventually tracked down by Shinohara and Mado, and killed defeated by them. His kagune would be used to develop [=CCG=]'s quinque armor bearing his name.



* [[HumanResources Ghoul Resources]]: His remains are Shinohara's quinque armor, which bear his name.

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* [[HumanResources Ghoul Resources]]: His remains are Shinohara's quinque armor, which bear CCG has used his name.kagune in the production of experimental Quinque Armor.



* SuperPrototype: His remains were used to develop the Quinque Armor, Arata. At least three sets of armor were created, with a total of three different versions seen throughout the series.

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* SuperPrototype: His remains were kagune was used to develop the Quinque Armor, Arata. At least three sets of armor were created, with a total of three different versions seen throughout the series.


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* UncertainDoom: There is some ambiguity concerning his fate, since CCG produces so many Quinque from him. Whether he was simply killed, or is being farmed for materials is unknown.

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* BloodKnight: Among Ghouls, he's rather infamous for his enjoyment of a good fight. In the past, he intentionally sought out the Kirishima siblings to fight them, and is delighted whenever he encounters a strong opponent.



* OddFriendship: With Hinami, of all people.

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* OddFriendship: With Hinami, of all people. He seems to ''only'' have these, since his closest friends are the human Chie Hori and sweet, innocent Hinami.



* [[PleaseDontLeaveMe Please Don't Go]]: [[spoiler: After being soundly beaten by Kaneki, Tsukiyama gives one last desperate plea for him to not go off to his certain death]]. It doesn't work.

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* [[PleaseDontLeaveMe Please Don't Go]]: PleaseDontLeaveMe: [[spoiler: After being soundly beaten by Kaneki, Tsukiyama gives one last desperate plea for him to not go off to his certain death]]. It doesn't work.



* BreakTheHaughty: His long pursuit of Kaneki, and resulting [[BecomingTheMask attachment]], have left him utterly broken.



In ''Tokyo Ghoul:Re'', he continues to offer his advice to the Investigators that consult him. He is a valuable informant for Sasaki, providing clues to the Torso case.

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In ''Tokyo Ghoul:Re'', he continues to offer his advice to the Investigators that consult him. He is a valuable informant for and confidant to Sasaki, providing clues offering him advice on cases as well as listening to the Torso case.
his problems. Though long imprisoned, he seems to know many secrets and advises Sasaki to seek out his past.

* AffablyEvil: Unlike his dealings with everyone else, Donato seems to genuinely enjoy [[HalfHumanHybrid Sasaki]]'s company and treats him kindly.



* ConsultingAConvictedKiller: Amon comes to his "father" for information, much to Donato's delight.
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* ConsultingAConvictedKiller: CCG considers him one of their most valuable informants, sending Investigators to consult him on cases. As long as he continues to be useful to them, he is allowed to continue living. Amon comes to found consulting his "father" for information, much to Donato's delight.
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* TeensAreShort: He's the youngest leader of Aogiri, and shorter than any of his peers by far. An omake reveals he's actually insecure about this, which probably isn't helped by Naki calling attention to his height.
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* SmugSnake: Had shades of this, before his HeelFaceTurn. He used to act like he was one of the strongest ghouls around, defending his territory by antagonizing everyone else, but as soon as Tsukiyama shows up and kidnaps his girlfriend you realize he's not all that.
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* RedOniBlueOni: To Kaneki, being the more bright and energetic of the pair.

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* RedOniBlueOni: To Kaneki, The Red to Kaneki's Blue, being the more bright and energetic of the pair.

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* AFatherToHisMen: He is well-respected by his subordinates, always leading from the front lines and providing strong moral support to them. They are thrilled when he states his intention to go with them, and participate in a major combat operation alongside them.



* AFatherToHisMen: Is generally kind and thoughtful to his immediate subordinates, such as Misato, and reassures them before [[spoiler: the raid on Anteiku]] that he will stand with them. Is also the ''literal'' father of Kuroiwa Takeomi, who shows up in the sequel as a Rank 2 Investigator in Hirako's squad [[spoiler: and is one of the people who takes Sasaki down when his ghoul side begins taking over.]]


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* FeminineWomenCanCook: The tomboyish Misato attempts to make cookies for her superior while he's in the hospital. The resulting product is burned beyond recognition and barely identifiable as cookies. No one is surprised by this outcome.

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A famous author, noted to have published her first work as a teenager. She is Kaneki's favorite writer, and has several fans among the Ghouls in the story. In person, she is easy-going and somewhat quirky, but far more insightful than it would seem. For more information, see TheReveal.

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A famous author, noted to have published her first work as a teenager. She is Kaneki's favorite writer, and has several fans among the Ghouls in the story. In person, she is easy-going and somewhat quirky, but far more insightful than it would seem. For more information, see TheReveal.
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* BeleagueredAssistant: Her manager spends most of his time desperately trying to keep her on track, and getting ignored for his efforts. She even seems to enjoy teasing him, suggesting he should go find her a Ghoul to interview by "walking alone at night while looking delicious".



* FingerTenting: She does this frequently while talking to people, especially when she's deep in thought. [[spoiler: It turns out to be one of several subtle hints that she's a villain]].



* PenName: Sen Takatsuki isn't her real name, but rather the one she uses for her writing.

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* PenName: Sen Takatsuki isn't her real actual name, but rather the one she uses for her writing. as a professional writer.



* WalkingSpoiler: See TheReveal for more information.

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* WalkingSpoiler: See TheReveal for more information.Oh, is she ever.
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* GratuitousEnglish: "PEACE IN DEATH!"


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* MissionControl: He typically serves as the commander of MissionControl, with several subordinates helping him coordinate the forces on the ground.


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!!Shuu Tsukiyama in ''Tokyo Ghoul Re'':

Though still alive, his depression has left him in poor condition. He has retreated from the world, and is under the care of a servant of his family, Kanae von Rosewald. In order to help him recover, his long-time friend Chie Hori makes contact with the Quinx Squad to supply him with proof that Kaneki lives.

* DullEyesOfUnhappiness: While his face hasn't been shown, a closeup shows his eyes to be glazed over and unfocused in his depression.
* IllBoy: He seems to be bedridden, and in such poor condition he's lost his sense of smell. While Kanae cares for him, Chie begins taking actions to help him recover.
* TheLostLenore: Played With. While his feelings are never clarified, even two years later he hasn't recovered from losing Kaneki.
* TheNoseKnows: Subverted. He admits to having lost his sense of smell, a sign of just how poor his condition is.
* RedemptionEqualsAffliction: He may have grown into one of Kaneki's most devoted allies, but the cost of doing so was fairly high. He appears to have been reduced to a shell of his former self, with the full extent of his condition only hinted at.

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* OddFriendship: With Donato Porpora, of all people. He values his opinions, and discusses both cases and personal matters with the imprisoned Ghoul.



* OffingTheOffspring: His favorite victims were the orphans he raised. Strangely, he spared Amon after the boy caught him butchering another child. This fact continues to haunt Amon.

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* OddFriendship: He seems to genuinely enjoy Sasaki's company, and offers him honest advice on personal matters without a hint of sarcasm or cruelty. In turn, Sasaki seems to value his opinions both professionally and personally.
* OffingTheOffspring: His favorite victims were the orphans he raised. Strangely, he spared Amon after the boy caught him butchering another child. This fact continues to haunt Amon.
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* GeniusBruiser: Due to its massive size and deranged behavior, few realize the Owl is actually an exceptionally brilliant Ghoul.


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* KingIncognito: [[spoiler: Eto pretends to simply be a high-ranking member of Aogiri, leaving it unknown how many outside her CoDragons know that she's the One-Eyed King]].
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* WorstAid: Putting the organs of a victim that was pulverized by steel beams into a patient in critical condition is an extremely high risk procedure and in a normal operation would more likely kill the victim as opposed to save them. [[spoiler: Although he already knows Rize is a ghoul and that her regenerative abilities would likely save Kaneki's life, regardless of his reckless procedures.]]

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* WorstAid: Putting the organs of a victim that was pulverized by steel beams into a patient in critical condition is an extremely high risk procedure and in a normal operation would more likely kill the victim patient as opposed to save them. [[spoiler: Although he already knows Rize is a ghoul and that her regenerative abilities would likely save Kaneki's life, regardless of his reckless procedures.]]
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* MommasBoy: An exceptionally twisted example. Even after being rescued and trained by CCG, he still loves his "Mama".


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* SlaveCollar: [[spoiler: As a child, he wore a collar with a bell on it. He seems to have kept the bell]].
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* FireForgedFriends: Juuzou's partner explains that Sasaki and Juuzou became good friends as a result of having to work together on several cases.


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* FriendshipMoment: Juuzou greets him by rushing forward with arms extended, only to start frisking him. It turns out he stuffs candy into his pockets for Juuzou, and this is how they always greet each other.


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* StealthPun: He's been awarded the Kinmokusei Medal, named for the Fragrant Olive. This flower is associated with Kaneki because they are alternate readings for the same Kanji.


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* BunnyEarsLawyer: Juuzou is still an odd-ball that wears slippers to work, eats snacks at the conference table, and generally marches to the beat of his own drum. He's also developed into an exceptional Investigator with keen instincts, decent leadership skills, and a track record of rapid promotions second only to Arima. Suffice to say, Shinohara taught him well.
* FireForgedFriends: His partner explains that Juuzou and Sasaki became good friends as a result of having to work on cases together.
* FriendshipMoment: He greets Sasaki by rushing towards him with arms extended......and then starts frisking him. It turns out Sasaki likes to stuff candy into his pockets for him to find.
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* HandicappedBadass: He's got a hunched back, he's CoveredInScars, his white hair seems to be due to DiseaseBleach, and he's generally not the healthiest-looking guy, but his job is to hunt down and kill superhuman ghouls, and he's incredibly good at it.


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* ObviouslyEvil: He's one of the cruellest, most sadistic Inspectors, and looks the part, with a MadEye, SlasherSmile, lank hair, and [[EvilCripple hunched back]]. He does have HiddenDepths, and is a dramatically different person when off the clock, but he's still a villain.
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* KarmicTransformation: Kaneki expresses fairly typical sentiments about Ghouls being monsters, and finds himself transformed into a HalfHumanHybrid. His insistence that he was still human and not a "monster" like normal Ghouls quickly earns him a beating by Touka.
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* YouGottaHaveBlueHair: She has seafoam Green hair.

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* TheAce: He became an investigator simply because of his fighting skills. While others had to spends years in a academy, he's one fastest third rank investigators to be promoted besides Arima.
* AmbiguousGender: Invoked. While at the Academy, his gender was listed as "Unknown".

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* TheAce: He became an investigator simply because of his fighting skills. While others had to spends years in a academy, he's one of the fastest third rank investigators to be promoted besides Arima.
* AmbiguousGender: Invoked. While at the Academy, his gender was listed as "Unknown". "Unknown" and people sometimes comment wondering about him.



* BerserkButton: He admits to Shinohara that when people look at him funny or whisper negative things about him, he's filled with the urge to kill them so they'll stop staring at him.



* DudeLooksLikeALady: Everyone that met him has had trouble guessing his gender. [[spoiler:There's a VERY good reason why. See Dark and Troubled past.]]

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* DudeLooksLikeALady: Everyone that met him has had trouble guessing his gender. [[spoiler:There's There's a VERY good reason why. See Dark and Troubled past.]]



* FeelNoPain: [[spoiler:He isn't phased at despite losing his right leg]].

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* FeelNoPain: [[spoiler:He isn't phased at despite losing his right leg]].He's been conditioned since a young age not to feel pain, and as such can shrug off even horrific injuries.



* ForegoneConclusion / SavedByCanon: Since he's a major character in the one-shot ''Joker'', we know that he survives to become a 1st class Investigator.

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* ForegoneConclusion / ForegoneConclusion[=/=] SavedByCanon: Since he's a major character in the one-shot ''Joker'', we know that he survives to become a 1st class Investigator.



* LackOfEmpathy: He angers others with his inability to comprehend emotions like sympathy or grief, blatantly declaring that he doesn't care if the people around him die. By the end, however, he's learned how to care about others.




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* WhiteHairBlackHeart: Played with. Juuzou's white hair hints at his violent and unstable personality, with great difficulty understanding empathy or kindness.



In the years since the battle with Owl, Juuzou has been promoted to an Investigator First Class and serves in the 13th Ward. His squad is assigned to work alongside the Quinx in investigating the mysterious Ghoul known as "Nutcracker".

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In the years since the battle with Owl, Juuzou has been promoted to an Investigator First Associate Special Class and serves in the 13th Ward. His squad is assigned to work alongside the Quinx in investigating the mysterious Ghoul known as "Nutcracker".



* RankUp: He's gone from a Rank 2 in the original series, to an Investigator First Class and commander of his own squad.

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* RankUp: He's gone from a Rank 2 in the original series, to an Investigator First Associate Special Class and commander of his own squad.




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* WhiteHairBlackHeart: Inverted. He's become a much nicer person, and has started dying his hair black.

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* CruelTwistEnding: The revelation that two of Kaneki's most valuable and trusted allies were playing him all along is particularly harsh, even with the DownerEnding.




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* WalkingSpoiler: While there have been hints about the Clown Gang throughout the series, their true nature, intentions, and membership are not revealed until the final chapter of the original series.
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* SupremeChef: Saiko immediately thought of his cooking as one the things she didn't want to give up if she was fired

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* SupremeChef: Saiko immediately thought of his cooking as When told she may be fired, one of the first things she didn't want [[BigEater Saiko]] worries about losing is the meals he cooks. It seems he's a pretty good cook, for not being able to give up if she was firedtaste his own food.
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See their entries in ''The Pierrot''.

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* WhatHappenedToTheMouse: [[spoiler:So far he hasn't appeared in the sequel despite the fact Hinami, who was last seen with him in the original series, has appeared in the sequel alone ...... on Aogiri's side]]

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