Takehito Koyasu
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Takehito Koyasu (子安 武人, Koyasu Takehito) is a Japanese voice actor who has played Zato-ONE and Eddie since Guilty Gear XX -The Midnight Carnival-, taking over the roles from Kaneto Shiozawa.
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Biography
Other Major Roles
Koyasu is also known for his works in the David Production animated adptation of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure being the voice of Dio Brando, and Excalibur from Soul Eater.
Credits
| Game | Role | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Guilty Gear XX | Eddie | 2002 |
| Guilty Gear XX ♯Reload | Eddie | 2003 |
| Guilty Gear XX Slash | Eddie | 2005 |
| Guilty Gear XX Accent Core | Eddie | 2006 |
| Guilty Gear XX Accent Core Plus | Eddie | 2008 |
| Guilty Gear XX Accent Core Plus R | Eddie | 2012 |
| Guilty Gear Xrd -Sign- | Zato-1, Eddie | 2014 |
| Guilty Gear Xrd -Revelator- | Zato-1, Eddie | 2015 |
| Guilty Gear Xrd Rev 2 | Zato-1, Eddie | 2017 |
| Guilty Gear -Strive- | Zato-1 | 2021 |
| Game | Role | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Guilty Gear Isuka | Eddie | 2004 |
| Guilty Gear Dust -Strikers- | Eddie | 2006 |
| Guilty Gear Judgment | Eddie | 2006 |
Secret Voice
The following is a transcript of Koyasu's "Secret Voice" message found in Guilty Gear Xrd -Revelator- and Guilty Gear Xrd Rev 2.[1]
Arcade
- Hello everyone, it's the person inside Zato One, Takehito Koyasu. So here I am, once again playing Zato, and...
- I think the recording session went rather smooth? It was quite an enjoyable one, too.
- After all, Zato's lines are quite... Unique? And, so is the contents of his line. It makes it a really difficult balancing act,
- like those subtle nuances? If I try to go for it too hard, it'll sound stupid. When you're asking yourself," Was that supposed to be funny?"
- Is the perfect balance. But, bringing the character there is actually much harder than it looks. So, I know I've been doing this for quite some time, but...
- ...the Guilty Gear staff has been very supportive and accommodating throughout the process. Which makes Takehito Koyasu's job much easier.
- It's like I'm acting with a whole team of cheerleaders behind me.
- Even the lines I'll perform and think, "Damn that wasn't really good," they'll tell me is interesting and could work in certain contexts.
- How can I put this... It makes me feel warm and fuzzy inside. Yes, I think that describes it.
- I really feel like people love the Zato we've created. I know for a fact that we certainly do.
- So, I'm honored to be back here again, and recording Zato. So, keep sending us those warm words and welcome—how you want to see Zato,
- or different ways you want to see him. Those kind of requests are all very very welcome. Be sure to send it Arc System Works' way.
- And while they'll complain about how tedious it is, they'll be looking at your comments and continue to improve the game.
- So thank you very much for your support!
Consumer
- Thank you for your all your support and playing our game. I'm Zato's voice, Takehito Koyasu.
- You see, the day we happened to be recording this, it was freezing and also raining.
- I think my age is finally starting to catch up to me because I could feel the pain in my body. Which reminds me... I'm almost 50! My goodness, how time flies.
- I suppose, unlike when I was younger, I feel I've lost a lot of things along the way, but... Wait a second! That sounds just like Zato.
- Perhaps this is a sign, that I need to start seeking something out of what seems like a barren wasteland. In my 50s, I should find that something, right? Right?
- Unfortunately, I've lived a pretty, shall we say, adventurous life where I've done things I probably shouldn't have. I probably won't turn into an interesting person, like Zato, but...
- Boy is that guy interesting. Don't you think so? I know a lot of you have played the game and sent me messages,
- or leaving messages online... But I've begun to notice a pattern,
- Hey, isn't Zato just Koyasu? or "Is Koyasu even acting?" While I understand the temptation, you see... I'm just following the direction I'm given.
- Yes, there's a voice I hear behind me that tells me to make it more interesting, so you see all your comments,
- This IS Koyasu." or "Where's the acting here? Why is this character Koyasu himself?" is, dare I say not true at all.
- I AM acting, and it's not as though I'm not taking this seriously, or anything like that.
- You see, it's pretty difficult to walk this fine line! Are you serious? Are you going for that joke? Are you NOT going for that joke?
- Is it supposed to be funny...? Or not? This is all a tough balancing game, and that's what I'm aiming for. So the "This IS Koyasu." comments are not true. Please stop saying them.
- This isn't the same Zato as before. Yes, it's a new one... he's experienced a lot of things, and has awoken... which makes him sound the way he does.
- So, please accept it as is. I assure you, this is NOT who I am.
- After all, I've been doing this for... what is it, almost 30 years now? Wouldn't you call that a "veteran" for most industries?
- I might be superficial, but that doesn't mean I'm completely empty, so the whole, "Dude, this is Koyasu, huh...?" commentary, I could live without. So seriously, please stop that.
- We work really hard to put this together, and although I've left you with these comments, I thank you and everyone for supporting Guilty Gear over the years.
- And, I won't argue that there might just be a part of me that likes it when you say, "Isn't that Koyasu?" So in all honesty, you can say it... a little bit.
- No, I mean really... you can say it. As long as you promise to love the character for what it is, go ahead and say it all you want! I accept it!
- After all, I'm almost 50. 50! Which can only mean I'm becoming this more...shall we say "dandy"? Yes, dandy? Lovely? Or excellent...? older gentleman. So, we look forward to your continued support...
- On behalf of myself, Takehito Koyasu, and Norio Wakamoto, I thank you all, and bid you adieu until next time.