【艦これ】不知火「ランダウンプレー」
In the popular browser game "Kancolle," the usually cool and serious destroyer Shiranui surprisingly mentioned a baseball term, "rundown play," sparking a huge buzz among Admirals. Players were astonished, asking, "Is Shiranui a serious baseball fan?" and "Where did she learn that?" This unexpected side of her cool character has excited many players.
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Kantai Collection -KanColle-
"Kantai Collection -KanColle-" is a ship girl training simulation game co-developed by DMM GAMES and KADOKAWA. Launched on DMM GAMES in April 2013, it has since expanded into various multimedia adaptations, including the smartphone app "KanColle Arcade," a TV anime, and a theatrical film. Players, known as "Admirals," organize and train "Kanmusu" (ship girls) who are personifications of former Imperial Japanese Navy vessels, to battle the mysterious enemy "Abyssal Fleet." With over 200 Kanmusu characters, each based on historical ships with unique settings, voices, and equipment, the game combines resource management, construction, development, sorties, and expeditions. It regularly hosts event maps based on historical naval battles. Its appeal lies in its charming characters, strategic depth, and respect for history, gaining support from a wide range of players. The current topic about Shiranui is another example of the deep characterization and rich world of the game.
Shiranui (KanColle)
Shiranui is a Kanmusu implemented as the second ship of the Kagerō-class destroyers in "Kantai Collection -KanColle-." Her character is characterized by a cool and calm demeanor, deep loyalty to the Admiral, and a somewhat clumsy yet earnest and diligent side. Though she speaks little, her occasional strong will and thoughtfulness have captivated many Admirals (players). Historically, she participated in numerous fierce battles, including the Pearl Harbor attack, the Battle of Midway, and the Battle of Guadalcanal, with her achievements and fate recounted by many fans. In the game, she is one of the characters implemented from the beginning and later received a Kai Ni (second remodel) upgrade, enhancing her performance. Her remark about a "rundown play" is surprising given her usual taciturn and composed image, generating significant buzz. It adds a new dimension to her character and highlights the diversity of her personality and the game's world.
Rundown Play (Pickle)
A rundown play, also known as a "pickle" or "baserunner caught in a rundown," is a sophisticated defensive maneuver in baseball. It involves multiple fielders trapping a runner who is caught between bases, passing the ball back and forth to corner them, and eventually tagging them out. Specifically, when a runner is stuck between first and second base, or second and third base, fielders covering both bases coordinate to throw the ball between them, creating a situation where the runner is pursued no matter which way they move. Since the runner is out if tagged anywhere between the bases, it's crucial for the defense to carefully observe the runner's movements and corner them into a position where a definite out can be made. This play demands accurate throws between fielders, quick judgment, and a calm tag. It is one of the thrills of baseball and often captivates spectators. Shiranui's mention of this baseball term in the context of KanColle surprised fans, suggesting her interest in baseball or the possibility of a baseball-themed in-game event.