Shinei Nouzen, also known as “Undertaker,” in 86 Eighty-Six is voiced by Shōya Chiba in Japanese and Billy Kametz in most of the English dub, with Aleks Le taking over for the final episodes following Kametz’s illness. Shin’s quiet intensity, emotional trauma, and calm battlefield presence made him one of the standout anime protagonists of recent years, and both performances earned major praise from fans of the series.

Japanese Voice Actor: Shōya Chiba

Date of Birth

August 29, 1995.

About Shōya

Shōya Chiba is a Japanese voice actor and singer known for portraying introspective, emotionally restrained protagonists. His performance as Shinei Nouzen in 86 Eighty-Six became one of his most acclaimed roles, with fans praising the subtle emotional weight he brought to Shin’s trauma and loneliness. Chiba’s calm delivery and ability to convey emotion through quiet performances helped define the atmosphere of the anime adaptation.

Hometown

Tokyo, Japan.

Career Highlights

Shōya Chiba began acting as a child before transitioning fully into voice acting. He rose to prominence through major anime roles in Classroom of the Elite, Blue Box, Wind Breaker, and 86 Eighty-Six. His portrayal of Shinei Nouzen is frequently cited as one of the defining performances of his career and helped establish him as one of the leading younger male voice actors in the industry.

Full Current Filmography

The following list reflects publicly documented credits from available sources and may not be exhaustive.

Television Anime

  • 86 Eighty-Six — Shinei Nouzen
  • Classroom of the Elite — Kiyotaka Ayanokōji
  • Blue Box — Taiki Inomata
  • Wind Breaker — Akihiko Nirei
  • Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun — Kō Minamoto
  • Dororo — Tahōmaru
  • Tsuki ga Kirei — Kotarō Azumi
  • Bungo and Alchemist — Ryūnosuke Akutagawa
  • Play It Cool, Guys — Shun Futami
  • Why Raeliana Ended Up at the Duke’s Mansion — Adam Taylor

Video Games

  • Fire Emblem Heroes — Various Roles
  • Arknights — Voice Roles
  • A3! — Kazunari Miyoshi
  • Onmyoji — Character Voices
  • Blue Archive — Character Voices

Critical Reception

Shōya Chiba’s performance as Shin received widespread praise for its emotional subtlety and realism. Critics and fans frequently highlighted how effectively he portrayed Shin’s survivor’s guilt and emotional isolation without relying on exaggerated dramatic delivery. Many viewers considered his performance one of the emotional anchors of 86 Eighty-Six.

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English Voice Actor: Billy Kametz (Episodes 1–21) / Aleks Le (Episodes 22–23)

Date of Birth

  • Billy Kametz — March 22, 1987 – June 9, 2022.
  • Aleks Le — The actor’s exact birth date has not been publicly documented.

About Billy

Billy Kametz was an American voice actor celebrated for his emotionally powerful performances in anime and video games. As the original English voice of Shinei Nouzen in 86 Eighty-Six, Kametz brought a calm, haunting, and deeply human quality to Shin that resonated strongly with fans. His performance became one of the most acclaimed aspects of the English dub before he stepped away from acting due to illness in 2022. (behindthevoiceactors.com)

About Aleks

Aleks Le succeeded Billy Kametz for the final episodes of 86 Eighty-Six. Already known for emotionally intense anime and gaming roles, Le carefully preserved Shin’s reserved personality while respectfully honoring Kametz’s established performance. Fans widely praised the transition and the sensitivity with which the role continuation was handled. (animenewsnetwork.com)

Hometown

  • Billy Kametz — Pennsylvania, United States.
  • Aleks Le — United States.

Career Highlights

Billy Kametz

Billy Kametz became one of the most beloved English dub actors of his generation through major roles in JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, Fire Emblem, Pokémon, and Bleach. His role as Shinei Nouzen showcased his remarkable ability to deliver restrained but emotionally devastating performances. Following his passing in 2022, many fans and colleagues remembered Shin as one of his defining anime roles.

Aleks Le

Aleks Le rapidly rose in popularity through standout performances in Solo Leveling, Demon Slayer, Street Fighter 6, and Tekken 8. His work finishing 86 Eighty-Six introduced many viewers to his dramatic range and helped solidify his reputation as one of the strongest newer voices in English anime dubbing.

Full Current Filmography

The following list reflects publicly documented major credits and may not be exhaustive.

Billy Kametz — Television Anime

  • 86 Eighty-Six — Shinei Nouzen
  • JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind — Josuke Higashikata
  • Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War — NaNaNa Najahkoop
  • The Rising of the Shield Hero — L’Arc Berg
  • Sword Art Online Alicization — Golo
  • Pokémon Journeys — Ren
  • Blue Exorcist Kyoto Saga — Kinsuke Miwa
  • Cells at Work! — Macrophage Assistant

Billy Kametz — Video Games

  • Fire Emblem: Three Houses — Ferdinand von Aegir
  • Persona 5 Royal — Takuto Maruki
  • NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139… — Younger Brother Nier
  • Genshin Impact — Additional Voices
  • Triangle Strategy — Roland Glenbrook
  • 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim — Renya Gouto

Aleks Le — Television Anime

  • 86 Eighty-Six — Shinei Nouzen (Episodes 22–23)
  • Solo Leveling — Sung Jinwoo
  • Demon Slayer — Zenitsu (select game projects)
  • Tokyo Revengers — Mikey (ADR/game appearances)
  • Mashle — Additional Voices
  • Blue Lock — Additional Voices

Aleks Le — Video Games

  • Street Fighter 6 — Luke
  • Tekken 8 — Jin Kazama
  • Genshin Impact — Additional Voices
  • Persona 3 Reload — Additional Voices
  • Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth — Additional Voices

Critical Reception

Billy Kametz’s portrayal of Shinei Nouzen was widely praised for its emotional restraint and subtle delivery. Fans often highlighted how effectively he conveyed Shin’s trauma, exhaustion, and survivor’s guilt through minimalistic performances rather than overt dramatics. After Kametz’s passing, the role became especially meaningful within the anime community.

Aleks Le’s continuation of the role received a positive reception for maintaining tonal consistency while still bringing his own emotional interpretation to Shin’s final scenes. Many viewers appreciated the respectful transition and praised Le’s handling of such an emotionally significant character.

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