Whisky

Another of Tezuka’s academics/scientists, Whisky often takes on the role of the antagonist in Tezuka’s stories. Rather than being truly evil, Whisky is simply overly proud, often self-serving, and generally unwilling to heed advice or warnings. While he does on occasion aid others, it usually comes at a price. Although he first appeared in a more prototypical form in Magic Mansion (1948) and Dr. Tiger (1950), his character traits were first really on display in his official debut and namesake role as “Iron Heart”…