U-4989

U-4989 is a minor character in Cells at Work!

He is a Neutrophil working under the Neutrophil Division, and a close friend of U-1146, along with U-2001, U-2626 and U-2048. As a neutrophil, his purpose is to destroy bacteria invading the body.

Appearance
He has extremely pale skin and hair like the other neutrophils. He wears the neutrophil uniform. He has light colored eyes and short, fluffy hair that does not cover his eyes.

Personality
U-4989, though a competent fighter, seems naïve compared to his comrades. He is known for improvising weapons and he once forgot to use his L-Selectin at an abrasion, causing him to almost fall to his death. He often appears bloodthirsty but is a kind and sensitive cell who loves his comrades deeply. He shows continually shows his concern towards U-1146's well-being and is touched, to the point of crying, by AE3803's good will towards white blood cells.

Trivia

 * Once tied his knife to a stick, making a makeshift spear