Identity Formation: The Case of Subaru Kagami from Tokyo Debunker and His Anal-Retentive Traits

The aim of this study is to examine how Subaru Kagami, a current student at Darkwick Academy and a former child prodigy in kabuki theater, manifests Anal-Retentive traits. This study employs Freud’s Psychosexual theory, specifically the Anal Stage, to analyze the effects of early rigid environments on Identity Formation. Through a qualitative analysis of Subaru’s in-game narratives from the Tokyo Debunker game, the study demonstrates how rigorous early exposure to a strict society can strengthen Anal-Retentive traits, resulting in long-lasting effects on social adaptation and individual growth. As a result, Subaru exhibits three main behavioral traits that are perfectionist tendencies, rigid personalities, and conflict avoidance. The study suggests that while these traits may contribute to his successful career, they also pose significant challenges to genuine self-expression and interpersonal relationships