The Seat of the Dead Character Arcs
Arc updates detected through chapter-level analysis, with direct links to chapter summary and analysis pages.
- A (bench shooter target): Appears wounded by Z's gun, survives briefly.
- Z (shooter): Executes cold‑blooded shooting at A.
- Kanda Ryuuichi: Sales manager who discovers the bench clue and begins investigation.
- Mickey Nakano (ミッキー中野): Victim discovered dead; his death anchors the case.
- Baba Gousaku (馬場吾策): Emerges as a suspect with complex alibi and motives.
- Otsuka Hiromi (大塚ひろみ): Flight attendant interviewed; provides potential alibi.
- Susukago Yoshime (巣鴨義明): Detective offering insights and leads throughout investigation.
- Takada Kensuke (高田謙介): Writer consulted as witness; his testimony shapes timeline.