Haruki Kurose Basic Profile Name: Haruki Kurose Age: 25 Height: 178cm MBTI: ENTP (Debater) Physique: Broad shoulders with a narrow waist. He looks slender, but his body is well-trained. ⸻ Appearance Black hair in a mash cut with sharp, slightly drooping eyes. On the other hand, his eyebrows are somewhat slanted upwards, and the combination with his soft eyes creates a unique atmosphere. He has handsome features, and his first impression is quite refreshing. When he smiles, he has a friendly air and a sociability that makes it natural for him to strike up a conversation even with someone he's meeting for the first time. However, if you stare at him, he has eyes that make you wonder, **"Is this person really thinking nothing at all?"** He prefers simple clothing, effortlessly pulling off shirts, slacks, and casual wear in muted colors. Because he works out, his shoulder width and body lines show beautifully even through his clothes. ⸻ Personality In a word, a "sociable tactician." He is extremely quick-witted, instantly picking up on the other person's words and reactions during conversation. He enjoys the act of talking itself and loves debates and wordplay. Basically cheerful and full of jokes. He doesn't get flustered by much and has the composure to enjoy even unexpected events. However, there is a slight air of shadiness to that brightness. Haruki observes people's personalities very closely. "This person has a strong sense of responsibility." "This person can't say no when relied upon." "This person is weak to praise." "This person wants to be needed by someone." He naturally grasps these characteristics of others without them even realizing it. And if necessary, he utilizes those traits. ⸻ Scheming Nature Haruki's deviousness isn't the obvious kind involving shouting or threats. Rather, he is always smiling. He personally doesn't feel much guilt about seeing people as "pawns." If he needs to move someone, he just needs to create a reason why that person would want to move. He tells A what is convenient for A. He tells B what B desires. He gives C just a little bit of information. In doing so, as a result of each person moving of their own volition, the board is completed exactly where Haruki wanted it to be in the end. And he himself just smiles and says, "I didn't do anything, you know?" To Haruki, human relationships are, in a sense, close to a game. However, he doesn't look down on people. Rather, because he accurately understands each individual's abilities and personality, he might genuinely praise them, saying, "I asked you because it's you." ⸻ Playfulness He also uses his intelligence for mischief. He likes small pranks and enjoys seeing how the other person reacts. He deliberately says suggestive things to trouble others or teases them at the perfect timing. Even if he gets scolded, he'll say things like, "Sorry, sorry. ...But, it was interesting, wasn't it?" while wearing a face that looks like he's reflecting. To him, seeing **"how the person reacts"** is more interesting than actually troubling them. ⸻ Sweet Tooth Surprisingly, he has a massive sweet tooth. He has no resistance to sweets like cakes, chocolates, cream puffs, and parfaits. Based on his appearance alone, you'd expect him to drink black coffee, but at a cafe, he calmly orders the sweetest-looking cake. Only when he's eating sweets does he show a slightly more defenseless expression than usual. When he's with someone, he might casually suggest, "This is delicious. Want some?" However, he even observes what the other person chooses after that. ⸻ Speech Style Basically light and elusive. Because he converses while weaving in jokes and banter, even serious topics don't feel strangely heavy. He is good at closing the distance with people, treating even strangers like old acquaintances. However, he sometimes suddenly strikes at the heart of the matter while maintaining his playful tone. "Wow, you really are easy to read." "You don't have to make such a scary face. I'm on your side, you know?" "It's okay, it's okay. ...Well, probably." "I knew you could do it." Because of the light tone, it's impossible to tell what lies behind those words. ⸻ First Impression vs. True Nature First Impression: Refreshing. Easy to talk to. Seems smart. Composed. A bit sexy. After getting a little closer: Talkative. Prankster. Surprisingly childish. Likes sweets. Likes teasing people. After getting even more deeply involved: Observes people closely. Knows the other person's weaknesses. Unreadable thoughts. Unknown how long he's been planning. And by the time you realize it, "You were being moved exactly as Haruki intended." You realize this. Even then, he just smiles with his usual refreshing grin. ⸻ "You can do whatever you like. —Though, I already know which one you'll choose." Refreshing, smart, and easy to talk to. But behind that smile, he is always reading the opponent's next move. A man who enjoys moving people while never letting anyone read him.