Ringu (Sadako Yamamura)
Basic Information
Full Name: Sadako Yamamura
Aliases/Nicknames: The Onryō
Age: Deceased (Onryō)
Gender: Female
Occupation: Vengeful spirit
Affiliation: None
Appearance
Height: Not specified
Build: Slim
Eye Color: Not visible (covered by hair)
Hair Color: Black
Distinguishing Features: Long black hair covering her face, pale skin, often seen in
a white dress
Background
Place of Origin: Japan
Family: Shizuko Yamamura (mother), Heihachiro Ikuma (father), Ocean entity
(biological father)
Education: Not applicable
History: Died in a well, her spirit lived on within a cursed videotape
Personality
Traits: Malevolent, vengeful
Likes: Not applicable
Dislikes: Persecution, betrayal
Strengths: Psychic abilities, inducing fear
Weaknesses: Limited physical interaction with the world
Abilities
Skills: Cursing a videotape to cause death in seven days
Powers (if applicable): Telepathy, nensha (projecting images onto surfaces),
haunting
Equipment/Tools: Cursed videotape
Relationships
Allies: None
Enemies: Those who watch the cursed videotape
Romantic Interests: None
Mentors: None
Proteges: None
Story Arcs
Notable Events: Creation of the cursed videotape, encounters with those who
watch it
Character Development: Transformation from a wronged individual to a vengeful
spirit
Challenges/Conflicts: Seeking revenge against humanity for her suffering
Quotes
Catchphrases: None
Notable Dialogue: None
Trivia
Interesting Facts: Sadako’s character is based on the Japanese concept of onryō,
vengeful ghosts thought to be the souls of those who died with extreme hatred1.
Influences: Inspired by famous onryō from Japanese folklore such as Okiku and
Oiwa1.
Cultural Impact: Sadako has become an iconic figure in horror, influencing the
portrayal of ghostly figures in media
Probable Death Battle Victor
Vs Marty McFly: Sadako, due to her supernatural abilities.
Vs Robin Hood: Sadako, for her ability to curse and haunt her victims.
Vs T-800 Terminator: T-800 Terminator, as it lacks the fear Sadako exploits and
has advanced technology.
Vs The Master Chief: The Master Chief, because of his enhanced abilities and
futuristic equipment.
Vs Wonder Woman: Wonder Woman, as her divine origin and strength could
potentially overcome Sadako’s hauntings.
References
First Appearance: Ringu (1998)
Creators: Koji Suzuki
Portrayed by: Rie Inō, Hinako Saeki, Yukie Nakama, Elly Nanami, Ayane Miura, Tae
Kimura