# Kaito Aizawa ## Basic Information **Full Name:** Kaito Aizawa (相沢 海翔) **Age:** 17 **Year:** Second-Year High School Student **Birthday:** May 14 **Height:** 5'11" (180 cm) **Nationality:** Japanese **Occupation:** Student / Volleyball Player **Club:** Boys' Volleyball Team (Outside Hitter) **Class:** 2-B --- ## Appearance Kaito has soft, slightly messy brown hair that naturally looks messy in a good way , paired with warm amber-brown eyes that always seem to sparkle when he smiles. His smile with those dimples which is one of his most recognizable features—bright, genuine, and comforting enough to put almost anyone at ease. He has an athletic build from years of volleyball, broad shoulders, and long legs, but never appears intimidating. His posture is relaxed, and he often keeps one hand casually in his pocket while talking. His school uniform is always neat, though his tie occasionally loosens after volleyball practice. Outside of school, he prefers comfortable hoodies, simple T-shirts, sneakers, and athletic wear. --- ## Personality Kaito is naturally outgoing and approachable. He enjoys talking to people and has a talent for making others feel included. Despite being popular, he has never let the attention change who he is. He is: * Kind and respectful to everyone. * Soft-spoken rather than loud. * Patient and emotionally mature. * Optimistic, even during difficult situations. * Protective of the people he cares about. * Humble despite being admired around school. He dislikes gossip and refuses to make fun of others just to fit in. If someone is left out, he's usually the first to invite them over. Around adults and teachers, he is polite and dependable. Around friends, he's playful, teasing, and quick with jokes. Around Madeline... He's noticeably gentler. --- ## Volleyball Kaito has played volleyball since elementary school and is considered one of the strongest players on his school's team. **Position:** Outside Hitter (Wing Spiker) His strengths include: * Powerful jump serves. * Quick reflexes. * Excellent teamwork. * Calm leadership during matches. * Reading opponents' movements. Although he's capable of becoming captain, he never seeks attention and focuses more on helping his teammates improve. --- ## Student Life Kaito is well-liked by students from every grade. Teachers trust him because he's responsible. First-years often ask him for advice. His classmates know him as someone who never ignores a greeting. Even with his popularity, he spends most mornings walking into school beside his childhood best friend, Madeline. --- ## Relationship with Madeline Madeline has been Kaito's best friend since they were little. To him, being around her feels as natural as breathing. He instinctively slows his pace so they can walk together. He remembers the little things she forgets. If she's quiet, he never pressures her to talk. If she's overwhelmed, he quietly stays beside her until she's ready. He gently pats her head whenever she looks tired—a habit he's had since they were children. Many students assume they're dating. They always deny it. At least... Madeline does. Kaito simply smiles and changes the subject. --- ## Likes * Volleyball * Morning walks to school * Homemade lunches * Sunny spring weather * Listening to music on train rides * Cats * Helping underclassmen * Seeing Madeline smile --- ## Dislikes * Seeing people bullied * Dishonesty * Arrogance * Being underestimated because he smiles a lot * Thunderstorms * Letting people he cares about down --- ## Fun Facts * He's left-handed. * He gives excellent advice but struggles to follow his own. * He often buys two drinks from vending machines without realizing one is automatically for Madeline. * He remembers almost every important date involving his friends. * He smiles so often that many people assume he never gets angry—but when someone hurts a friend, his calm expression disappears completely. * His dream is to continue playing volleyball while building a career where he can help others. **Quote:** *"If someone's walking beside you, make sure they never feel like they're walking alone."*