Jungle Pocket

Overview

Jungle Pocket is a character in the multimedia franchise Umamusume Pretty Derby, serving as the main protagonist of the feature film Umamusume: Pretty Derby - Beginning of a New Era. She is a headstrong, energetic horse girl who strives to prove herself as the absolute strongest runner. Originally a dominant figure leading a group of rowdy runners in the unsanctioned freestyle racing scene, she moves into the official racing realm to compete on the grandest stage.

Appearance

She features a light brown curly bob with a white streak across her front bangs and yellow gradient eyes. Her left ear has a piercing, while her right ear carries a small notch. Her signature racing outfit consists of a cropped yellow jacket paired with a black tube top, a mini skirt, green suspenders, and green socks, leaving her midriff fully exposed.

Personality

Boisterous, loud-voiced, and rough-spoken, she carries herself like a defiant charismatic leader. Although quick to anger due to her intense demeanor, she possesses deep loyalty, strong bonds with her friends, and a knack for discerning the true nature of others. Despite her tough exterior, she harbors a sweet tooth for parfaits and takes genuine joy in cute fashion, while being deeply terrified of supernatural topics.

Abilities

She possesses remarkable acceleration and a powerful closing burst during the final stretch of a race. Her physical attributes also include an exceptionally loud voice capable of generating intense acoustic pressure. Additionally, she holds strong leadership skills developed during her time commanding freestyle racing crews.

Background

Before entering Tracen Academy, she was the prominent leader of a competitive group in the underground freestyle racing circuit. After witnessing a captivating performance by Fuji Kiseki, she was inspired to transition into official racing. Upon joining the academy, she partners with Trainer Tanabe to pursue victory in the Classic series and the Japanese Derby.

Relationships

She looks up to Fuji Kiseki with great admiration, crediting her as the inspiration for entering official racing. She maintains a intense rivalry with classmate Agnes Tachyon despite their opposing ideals, while also competing alongside generation peers Manhattan Cafe and Dantsu Flame. In the Rittou dormitory, her roommate is Narita Top Road.

Trivia

Her name originates from a song broadcast on an NHK children's television program. She is frequently addressed by the nickname "Pokke." She also possesses a keen eye for classic fashion, having managed a shop stocking rare vintage denim and jacket items during an event.