I-8

I-8, also known as 伊8 (い8), is a Kanmusu (ship girl) character in the game *Kantai Collection* (艦隊これくしょん, KanColle), based on the Imperial Japanese Navy submarine I-8. She is depicted as a blonde, blue-eyed girl with glasses, wearing a swimsuit with her name tag, and often uses German words in her dialogue due to her historical mission as a submarine sent to Germany. In the game, I-8 is known for her gentle personality and love for reading. She is not particularly fond of combat but possesses a certain degree of combat ability as a submarine. I-8 is a beloved character among admirals, especially noted for mentioning her desire for Stollen, a traditional Christmas bread, when she earns MVP, hinting at her connection with Germany. She's described in-game as having a laid-back personality and an understanding of German, alluding to her historical mission. Her character design closely relates to the game's setting, reflecting the traits and cultural background of the historical warship.