Nene Arakawa

Biodata

Feature	Details
Name	Nene Arakawa (鞍马祢音)
Alias(es)	Kamen Rider Neko 14 15
Gender	Female
Affiliation	Arakawa Zaibatsu; Desire Grand Prix participant; Firefly's anti-DGP group 15 35
Occupation/Role	Heiress; livestreamer and host of Nene TV; Kamen Rider 10 14 37
Status	Active 50
First Appearance	Chapter 1 1

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Kamen Rider Neko	14	Tsumuri delivers her Desire Driver and Rider Core ID. Touching the Core restores Nene's erased memories of the DGP, and she is drawn into the competition. 14

Background

Nene is the daughter of Kōsei and Iruka Arakawa of the powerful Arakawa Zaibatsu. Despite her wealth, she feels suffocated by her mother's extreme control and repeatedly attempts to run away from home, only to be found through trackers and bodyguards. Her dream is to live as an ordinary person and receive love that genuinely values her. 1 12

Unknown to Nene, she was created through the Creation Goddess after the death of Akari Arakawa, Kōsei's biological daughter. Kōsei has kept this truth from both Nene and his wife. 35

Her father is a sponsor of the Desire Grand Prix, and Nene's own participation in the DGP was influenced by the family's connection to the organization. 35

Appearance

Nene is widely regarded as pretty and adorable, with a polished yet approachable presence that has made her a popular online personality. She frequently wears fashionable outfits and uses a fox mask while evading her family. 3 12 20

• A wealthy heiress who dresses stylishly even while on the run. 20
• Uses Firefly's fox mask to obscure others' perception of her identity. 11 12
• Appears publicly through her livestreams and fashion-focused content. 37 38

Personality

Nene is determined to escape the life imposed on her, even after repeated failed attempts. Although she can be naïve and physically unprepared for prolonged escapes, she refuses to accept a return to the suffocating control of her family. 1 10

She is affectionate, considerate, and emotionally sincere. Nene treats Firefly as both a younger sister and family, offers her a home without looking down on their modest apartment, and supports her even after learning the DGP's true purpose. 11 12 22 35

Nene also cares strongly about her audience. Her streaming is not motivated by money; she feels responsible toward the fans who support Nene TV and risks being found by bodyguards to return to them. 37 38

Abilities & Skills

Kamen Rider Transformation

Nene can transform using her Desire Driver and Rider Core ID as Kamen Rider Neko. 14 15

• Participates in DGP missions against Jyamato. 15 24
• Works with other Riders, including Ace Ukiyo, when the situation requires cooperation. 24
• Continues fighting despite being pressured by enemies with a numerical advantage. 24

Beat Axe Combat

Nene can wield the Beat Axe in battle and use its musical tuning functions to trigger elemental attacks. 24

• Activates the ice-element track “Funk Blizzard.” 24
• Uses the finisher “Tactical Blizzard!” to freeze Poker Jyamato into ice sculptures. 24
• Can follow the freezing effect with sweeping axe strikes against multiple targets. 24

Light Cone Protection

Firefly gives Nene protective items before her DGP participation, including a Light Cone that has already shielded her from an otherwise dangerous attack. 14 15

• Its protection manifests as an unfamiliar intangible force. 15
• Nene keeps its nature private when Ace questions her about it. 15

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Desire Driver and Rider Core ID — Nene's transformation equipment, delivered by Tsumuri. 14
• Beat Axe — A weapon with selectable musical tracks and ice-based finishing attacks. 24
• Sparkle's Mask — A fox mask given by Firefly; it blurs observers' perception of the wearer and helps Nene evade recognition. 11 12
• Light Cone — A protective gift from Firefly that can shield Nene from attacks. 14 15
• Nene TV livestream equipment — Used for her public broadcasts and videos. 10 37

Relationships

• Firefly — Nene's rescuer, housemate, closest friend, and sister-like family. Nene gives Firefly a place to live, supports her after learning the truth about the DGP, and joins her cause against its operators. 1 11 22 35
• Stellaron Hunter Sam — Nene's armored savior and idealized “Guardian Knight.” She is deeply impressed by Sam's protection and hopes to thank him personally, unaware by Chapter 50 that he is Firefly. 5 15 22 35
• Kōsei Arakawa — Nene's father and the president of the Arakawa Zaibatsu. He is a DGP sponsor and covertly monitors Nene's life, though he allows her more freedom during her stream. 1 35 39
• Iruka Arakawa — Nene's mother, whose overwhelming protectiveness drives Nene to run away. 1 35
• Keiwa Sakurai — A fellow survivor of the Jyamato Fortress and DGP participant. They cooperate during DGP events and discreetly avoid revealing the competition to Sara. 5 15 24 40
• Ace Ukiyo — A fellow Rider and Nene's partner during the Concentration Game. Nene respects his fighting ability but remains cautious of his deceptive reputation. 15 23 24
• Tsumuri — The DGP navigator who provides Nene's Driver and restores her erased memories through the Rider Core ID. 14
• Herta Puppet — Firefly's artificial-intelligence puppet. Nene is fascinated by Herta's realism and capabilities, though Herta is not receptive to her affection. 36 37

Story Role / Major Arcs

Escape from the Arakawa Family

Nene's repeated attempts to flee her family begin the story's connection between her and Firefly. Firefly misleads Nene's bodyguards, giving her a rare successful escape, though Nene is eventually caught again. 1 10

Jyamato Fortress Incident

Nene meets Keiwa Sakurai while fleeing the Jyamato and is trapped beneath a collapsing building. Sam rescues both of them, leaving Nene captivated by the armored warrior's overwhelming strength and sense of safety. 4 5

Life with Firefly

After encountering Firefly again, Nene accepts her help, uses the fox mask to remain hidden, and rents an apartment for them to share. She introduces Firefly to ordinary comforts such as festivals, shopping, and city outings. 10 11 12 21

Desire Grand Prix Participation

Tsumuri selects Nene as a Kamen Rider, restoring her DGP memories and giving her the means to transform. Nene enters the DGP, searches for Sam, and learns to fight alongside other Riders against Jyamato. 14 15 24

Joining Firefly Against the DGP

Firefly reveals that the DGP is a reality show operated by Future People for entertainment. Nene believes her and later confirms that her own family is involved through her father's sponsorship. She chooses to help Firefly oppose the DGP rather than pursue the Desire God's wish. 22 35 36

Return to Streaming

After returning from her family home, Nene resumes planning streams with Firefly's help. She hosts a Shibuya fashion-show broadcast, protects Firefly from overly enthusiastic viewers, and reconnects directly with her fans. 34 37 38 39

Notable Quotes

“Nene's Great Escape Operation won't stop.” 10

“Using our world to entertain those Future People is absolutely unacceptable.” 35

“As for wishes, it's not like I have none, but I'm happy enough as things are now.” 35