Might Duy

, often referred to as the, was a genin-level shinobi of Konohagakure and the father of Might Guy.

Background
Dai spent his entire career as a genin, causing many to look down upon him. After twenty years of training, Dai learned how to use all Eight Gates. He later had a son, Guy, who showed little progress himself as a shinobi. When Guy began feeling sorry for himself, Dai scolded him for not having faith in himself. Later, Dai taught Guy how to use the Eight Gates. Some time afterwards, Dai rescued Guy and his team from the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist, giving up his life by using all Eight Gates.

Personality
Despite his status even in adulthood, Dai was a proud and upbeat man. Like his son, he was overzealous regularly using a "nice guy" pose. He believed strongly that one must have confidence in themselves in order to achieve anything. He also believed that one's true youth only ends when one turns their back on their beliefs and joy. A committed man, he had no fear in facing his enemies.

Appearance
Dai was a tall and well-built man with high cheek-bones, a somewhat bulbous nose, thick eyebrows and black hair cut in a bowl style that was combed to his left. He also sported a bristling moustache and small goatee with stubble. He wore a green jumpsuit, orange striped leg warmers, and a scarf around his neck.

Abilities
Dai possessed a superb physical condition and capabilities in taijutsu. Having spent twenty years perfecting it, Dai mastered all eight of the inner gates.

Legacy
Dai's sacrifice left a huge impression on Guy. He continued his father's belief of maintaining one's youth. Guy also formed a similar relationship to his student Rock Lee, as he did to his father, yet in reversed roles.

Trivia

 * Dai shared the same nickname as Kosuke Maruboshi. They are each known as the.

Quotes

 * (To Might Guy) "You know what a true victory is? It's not beating someone strong. It's being able to protect something important to you!"