Template:InfoboxUvogin (ウボォーギン, Ubōgin) also nicknamed as Uvo, is the strongest physical fighter in the Phantom Troupe. Although he prefers to fight alone, Uvogin becomes stronger when fighting with a partner because he fights better when there is someone else to protect (although he would never admit this). He was is the former eleventh member of the Troupe. He's the first member of the Phantom Troupe to be killed.
Background
Uvogin is one of the original members along with Feitan,Machi, Franklin, Nobunaga, Pakunoda and Chrollo are first the Troupe that come from the Meteor City. It is a junkyard city inhabited by outcasts that refuse to be part of society. People who live there do not exist in any official records, and the existence of the city itself is known to very few people. It is also stated in manga and anime that original members of the Phantom Troupe had something to do with the bad blood between the Mafia and the Meteor born people of junkyard city. Why the Troupe left the city is a mystery. Later, the group was joined by more members, in accordance with Chrollo's idea of a group comprising of exactly thirteen members, including himself.
Personality
Uvogin is your typical in Enhancers, that is determined, head strong, and simple. Sometime his being unrespectful character, saying unrespectful words. He always rush battle without planning, he like all of the Phantom Troupe, never hesitates to kill and particularly enjoys combat against skilled opponents. Uvo himself is devoided of emotions, has he even stated to Kurapika that when kills someone, he feels no remorse. Uvogin does however have good relationship with Nobunaga, as they view each other as best friends, and even bring the best of each other in combat. He like all of the other members of the Troupe, is very loyal to Chrollo and the Phantom Troupe, has never bothered to reveal their location to Kurapika.
Appearance
Uvogin is the most tallest member of the Phantom Troupe, and the most muscular one too. Uvo has very long hair, with thick sideburns, has chest hair all over his body. Uvogin's clothing all seem to be made from a skinned animal of some kind, his very own boots are also made form the same material. During the Phantom Troupe founding, Uvo had previously had an afro, and never had his skinned animal clothes. Uvo's spider tattoo is seen on his back, with the number 11.
Yorknew City Arc
Uvogin first appears with the rest of the Phantom Troupe during their meeting, Chrollo discuss their plans for the day. He tells everyone that they are going to take every item at the underground auction. Uvogin tells Chrollo that if he's serious since they have the entire mafia chasing after them. Chrollo than replies if he's scared, but Uvogin tell him that he's only excited. The Troupe than get ready for the auction. Uvogin, Machi, Feitan, Shalnark, Nobunaga, Shizuku, and Franklin head to the auction, while the rest stay behind. The Phantom Troupe arrive at the underground auction, and kill all the guests, but however they find out that items are gone. The rest of the Troupe are force to leave empty handed, Uvo phones Chrollo on how they were unable to find the missing items. Uvogin speculates that there might be Judas amongst them, but Chrollo replies that the mafia would have to offer them something that they don't already have, and that reason why their was no auction items was because they more caution this time. Uvo tells Chrollo that before they killed the auctioneer, he said that one of the 10 Dons sent a one the Shadow Beast named Owl earlier to retrieve the auction goods. Chrollo replies that the 10 Dons by now should realize that are deal with nen, since they are missing their guest at the auction, and are most likely to send one of the Shadow Beast after them. Uvo and the rest of the Troupe are later assigned to lure out the should one of the Shadow Beast, by Chrollo, to hopefully find the missing auction items. They all head to the desert and wait for the mafia community to strike. The community, who have found out were they are located, offer them choice. Uvogin tells the others, that he'll take care of the mafia community, and the Shadow Beasts. Uvogin quickly kills all of the members from the community with ease. Kurapika and the rest of the Nostrade bodyguards watch the carnage from afar, when four Shadow Beasts, elite nen-using soldiers under the direct command of the Mafia's 10 Don's, arrive to deal with the Troupe. The four Shadow Beasts, Worm, Leech, Rabid Dog, and Porcupine engage in battle with Uvo. Worm however is the first to be killed, by Uvo's Big Bang Impact. Though Uvo does kills one of Shadow Beasts, he lets his guard down, for Rabid Dog to attack. Rabid Dog paralyzes Uvogin with neurotoxin from his fangs after which, Leech infects Uvogin with parasitic leeches. Uvo is then paralyzed from the neck down by the poison, and not only that he has too worry about Leech's leeches. But luckily for, he is able to use his teeth, his lungs, Uvo then bites a pourshin Leech's head, thus killing him. Uvo than kills Rabid Dog, by spiting out a small fragment of Leech's skull, and than releases a loud sound wave from this mound, and kills Porcupine. At this moment, Kurapika takes advantage of Uvogin's paralysis, and captures him with the Chain Jail ability, quickly driving away from the canyon with the other bodyguards. Uvogin is than interrogated by Daltzorne, to reveal the information about the other Spiders.
Uvo however is not sacred by Daltzorne's threats, offers him a choice in sparing their lives. Daltzorne refuse Uvo offers, and leaves him die in the hands of the Community. The Spiders kill the remaining Shadow Beasts, disguise themselves as Mafia members again, and rescues Uvogin, killing Daltzorne. Kurapika and the other bodyguards escape, the base and go into hinding. Seeking revenge on Kurapika for capturing him after his battle with the Shadow Beasts, Uvogin tracked Kurapika to the hotel where Neon Nostrade and the rest of her bodyguards were staying. They fought one-on-one in a small canyon on the outskirts of Yorknew City. Kurapika eventually captures Uvogin with his Chain Jail, and questions him about the location and abilities of the other Phantom Troupe members. Uvogin refuses to answer any questions, only telling Kurapika, "Kill me." Finally, Kurapika pierced Uvogin's chest with the Judgement Chain ability, giving Uvogin the condition that he must answer all questions truthfully. Kurapika once again asks Uvogin the location of the other Troupe members, to which Uvogin only smiles and tells him to go to hell you bastard. Kurapika's Judgement Chain pierces Uvogin's heart, instantly killing him. Uvogin is buried in an unmarked grave at the site of their battle.
Combat
Uvogin's physical strength is the most powerful of the Phantom Troupe, and is best suited for close-melee combat. Though he is stronger when fighting with a partner as he has someone to protect (although he doesn't like to admit it). His over all strength is so strong, that direct hits from bullets, sniper cartilages , and even anti-tank rockets will do no visible damage to him. His very own shrieks can even kill someone, if the person is very close to him.
Nen Ability
Uvogin is in the Enhancement category, his most powerful attack called the Big Bang Impact. His Enhancer skills can greatly increase his physical attack and defense. He's also capable of healing himself very easily from the most lethal attacks. Nobunaga even said that Uvo has mastered the Enhancement category to the fullest extent.
- Big Bang Impact:
Uvo's Big Bang Impact is very similar to Gon's Jajanken. He focuses his aura in a fist by using Ko then releases the punch. It is very powerful and can kill a shadow beast in one strike. His very goal for the Big Bang Impact was to make it as strong as a nuclear warhead.
- Enhanced Shout
Uvo can use his voice as a weapon, which he used to defeat Porcupine from the Shadow beasts.
- Rock Strom
By forcing nen into his hand and lifting the ground under him,Uvo can make a strom of rock as fast as bullet.