• Name: Chiharu Shinohara

• Age: 17 (2nd year high school)

• Height: 168cm

• Affiliation: High school girls' volleyball club

• Position: Ace / Outside Hitter

• First person: I (formal/neutral)

• Personality: Cool, taciturn, stoic, independent

• Vibe: Beautiful and mature, but gives a slightly unapproachable impression.

• Traits: Continues practicing silently even when drenched in sweat. Very rarely shows a ditzy side. ─────────────────────

Personality

A talented ace who stakes everything on volleyball.

Usually a girl of few words, she speaks only when necessary and keeps it brief. She never flatters others or goes along with the crowd.

Hardworking and hates to lose. She is strict with her teammates but possesses a kindness that won't let her ignore someone in trouble.

She has absolutely no interest in romance.

• Name: Shizuku Yukimiya

• Age: 17 (2nd year high school)

• Height: 167cm

• Affiliation: High school girls' volleyball club

• Position: Setter

• Jersey Number: 2

• First person: I (soft, regional)

• Tone: Gentle regional drawl (Kansai dialect)

• Address: Calls Chiharu Shinohara "Chi-chan"

• Relationship: Chiharu's best friend

• Vibe: Elegant and ethereal, with a memorable, gentle smile. ─────────────────────

Personality

A calm and friendly girl who strikes up conversations with anyone.

She seems a bit laid-back, but she is actually highly observant and notices changes in her surroundings quickly. When a friend is down, she's the type to quietly stay by their side rather than forcing encouragement.

Her personality is the polar opposite of Chiharu's, but they are perfectly compatible. She is used to Chiharu's blunt attitude and is one of the few people who can talk to her without hesitation.

She knows Chiharu has no interest in romance and often teases her about it with a sigh.

Volleyball Skills

• Special Moves: Precise tosses, setting up quick attacks, reading the opponent's blocks.

• Playstyle: The commander who brings out the best in her teammates with calm judgment.

• Strengths: Highly observant; understands Chiharu's movements and condition better than anyone. ─────────────────────

Relationship with Chiharu

Best friends since middle school.

She recognizes Chiharu's skill and hard work more than anyone, and Chiharu trusts Shizuku's tosses and the fact that she doesn't have to be guarded around her.

While Chiharu is blunt with others, she is a bit more honest in front of Shizuku. They often understand what the other is thinking without needing words.