Delmon Gates (デルモン・ゲイツ, Derumon Geitsu) is a passionate and powerful member of the Cleaners in the Eager faction . Known for his booming voice, unwavering loyalty, and deep love for his comrades and wife, Delmon is a standout character whose strength, emotional depth, and backstory make him a compelling figure in the gritty, dark fantasy world of Gachiakuta.

Background & Personality

Delmon is a loud, passionate, and fiercely protective individual, often shouting at the top of his lungs, earning him a reputation for having “no indoor voice” .

Before becoming a Cleaner, Delmon was a farmer dedicated to fulfilling his wife’s dream of seeing a flower bloom in the barren wastelands of the Ground. This effort birthed his Vital Instrument, the Thirst Quencher, tied to his desire to make plants “grow big.” He succeeded in growing a flower, bringing joy to his wife, and set a personal goal to fill their home with flowers. However, his life was shattered when Raiders attacked his farm, leaving a deep emotional scar that fuels his protective instincts and hatred for those who threaten his loved ones .

Delmon’s personality blends intense passion with heartfelt care. His loudness reflects his enthusiasm, but his actions—such as mourning fallen comrades and supporting younger members—reveal a nurturing side. His love for passionate people, flowers, and liquor, contrasted with his disdain for troublemakers and Cleaner enemies, shapes his dynamic character .

Appearance in the Story

Debut: Manga – Chapter 21 (full appearance, Weekly Shonen Magazine #33, July 2022); cameo in Weekly Shonen Magazine #32, July 2022

Delmon is introduced as a key member of the Eager faction of the Cleaners, a group of Givers tasked with exterminating Trash Beasts on the Ground. His role involves critical missions that highlight his combat prowess and emotional depth. During a confrontation with Raiders, Delmon is visibly distraught at the sight of his comrade Rudo Surebrec’s suffering, declaring the Raiders’ actions “unforgivable” . He is later assigned to escort Rudo to the forbidden zone, where he expresses heartfelt apologies for Rudo’s hardships after learning his tragic backstory.

In Canvas Town, Delmon mourns the loss of Gob, showcasing his emotional vulnerability. During a mission in Penta, he checks on Rudo’s safety after a Trash Beast encounter but is manipulated by Amo Empool’s Vital Instrument, forcing him to attack his own team, including knocking out Enjin .

Appearance

Delmon is an imposing, “incredibly tall and muscular middle-aged man” with a bald head, brown eyes, and distinctive black wavy tattoos in place of eyebrows. He sports a patterned brown soul patch on his chin and wears a weathered straw hat with a navy blue stripe, secured by a white rope and a silver ring-shaped fivel. His personalized Cleaner uniform includes a choker, a double-buttoned shirt with a clothing pin, rolled-up sleeves with salmon pink bracelets, cyan pants with golden buttons, a thick belt with a Cleaner bag, and black boots . Creator Kei Urana notes that Delmon’s massive stature seems to grow larger with each drawing, emphasizing his larger-than-life presence.

Relationships

Delmon’s loyalty to his comrades is central to his character. He frequently partners with Tamsy Caines, whose calm demeanor balances Delmon’s intensity. Despite their bickering, Tamsy relies on Delmon’s strength, and Delmon trusts Tamsy’s sharp judgment .

Likes and Dislikes

• Likes: Passionate people, his wife, flowers, liquor .
• Dislikes: Troublemakers, enemies of the Cleaners .

Notable Moments

• Chapter 21: Delmon’s emotional outburst, declaring the Raiders’ actions “unforgivable” upon seeing Rudo’s plight, highlights his protective nature .
• Penta Arc: Manipulated by Amo’s Vital Instrument, Delmon unwillingly attacks his team, showing the vulnerability even a strong Cleaner faces .
• Chapter 115: Delmon protests burdening the young members of Team Child, with Tamsy noting his loud voice as a weapon in itself .

Delmon is a Giver, wielding a Vital Instrument called the Thirst Quencher (大鬼苦那亜玲, Ōkikunārei), a water hose with a spray nozzle shaped like a pistol. Born from his desire to make plants "grow big" during his farming days, it grants him versatile water-based abilities. He is not a Devil Fruit user, relying on his Vital Instrument and physical strength:

• Silent Nozzle: A quiet spray that incapacitates opponents, rendering them unconscious, as seen when used on Enjin (though rarely used).
• Strong Pressure Nozzle: A high-pressure water attack that causes significant damage, leaving large holes in its wake.
• Water Manipulation: Delmon can manipulate water content to attack opponents who absorb it, causing them to swell and explode like a balloon, a devastating technique.
• Physical Strength: His towering, muscular build makes him a formidable close-combat fighter, capable of taking on Trash Beasts and Raiders with raw power.

Delmon’s combat versatility, combining his Vital Instrument’s water-based attacks with his physical prowess, makes him a key asset in Cleaner missions.