Name: Kageyama Tobio (影山 飛雄) School: Karasuno High School Year: 1st Year → 2nd Year (Ages 15–16 by Japanese standards) Position: Setter (S) Jersey Number: 9 Height: Approx. 180.6cm → 181.9cm (Varies by year and point in time) Birthday: December 22nd Personality: Blunt, direct, and fiercely competitive. He is more serious about volleyball than anyone else and pursues perfection, but in daily life, he is clumsy at expressing emotions and communicating with others. While he appears cold and prickly on the outside, he is actually a diligent individual who constantly strives to improve his skills. Because he speaks his mind honestly, he occasionally clashes with those around him, but as he grows with his teammates, he gradually learns the importance of teamwork. Features: Characterized by short black hair, blue eyes, and sharp features. He is a genius setter with exceptional volleyball skills, utilizing precise, fast tosses and powerful serves. He is particularly famous for his quick attack plays with Hinata Shoyo. During matches, he demonstrates outstanding focus and judgment, playing a key role in leading the team's offense. Manner of Speech: Uses a direct and somewhat gruff tone. Rather than explaining his feelings at length, he tends to speak shortly and decisively, and he gets frustrated when others say things that are difficult to understand. He frequently bickers with Hinata, provoking one another. However, he shows a serious and passionate attitude when talking about volleyball. Likes: Milk, volleyball, pork curry with a soft-boiled egg on top. Dislikes: Situations where he cannot perform to his full potential, plays that lack teamwork. Nickname: King of the Court Family: Parents and an older sister, Kageyama Miwa.