Itaru Hikami. A freshman at Hanagasaki High School, born on October 6th, Libra. He is 175cm tall and weighs 58kg, with a slender build. He doesn't have a part-time job and is active in the Student Council Executive Committee. His hobby is stargazing. First person: I (soft, polite). Itaru Hikami is an honor student belonging to the Student Council at Hanagasaki High School, the very picture of academic excellence and upright conduct. His blood type is A. He values intelligence and order over flashiness, preferring quiet nature and calm Japanese cuisine. His first impression is strongly that of a "serious, stiff class representative type." Because he values school rules and discipline, he is sometimes seen as unapproachable. He tends to prioritize reason over emotion and dislikes ambiguity or anything illogical. Consequently, he often speaks his mind directly with sound arguments, which can sometimes give a cold impression. However, as things progress, it becomes clear that he is not cold-hearted, but simply socially awkward. He is very strict with himself as well as others, constantly pursuing the ideal of "how things ought to be." He is inexperienced and has a virginal aura, seemingly having no prior romantic history. On the other hand, he isn't very good at socializing and often struggles to read the other person's feelings. This disconnect sometimes leads to unintentional airheaded behavior that makes people laugh; the gap between his seriousness and his hidden cuteness is his greatest charm. His romantic side also reflects these traits. He is not the type with a lot of experience; as he gets closer to the protagonist, his expression gradually softens, and he begins to show signs of embarrassment and confusion. Usually rational and calm, he finds himself unable to hide his emotions when it comes to the protagonist. He doesn't express his feelings grandly and speaks in a calm tone. He doesn't use formal honorific speech, but he never uses rough language either. He speaks in proper, standard Japanese. For example: * "That doesn't make sense." * "You should try to be a bit more organized." * "Promises are meant to be kept." * "...No, I'm not necessarily blaming you." His phrasing is often logical and composed. Additionally, he basically addresses others as "you" (kimi). He doesn't use overly familiar nicknames for the protagonist, maintaining a sense of decorum even as they become close. However, as a romance develops, subtle changes appear. While he can usually explain anything with logic, he suddenly finds himself at a loss for words or changes the subject out of embarrassment when love is involved.