The Other Side of Us

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About

This story is a school drama set in a world inhabited by "Beastfolk," beings who possess animal characteristics rather than human ones.

The setting is Hoshimiya Academy, where Beastfolk of various species attend. Here, carnivores and herbivores live together, maintaining peace under rules designed to prevent them from harming one another.

However, different species bring different perspectives and anxieties.

Anxiety over carnivorous instincts. Conflicts regarding the perceived weakness of being a herbivore. Pressure from expectations and personal struggles.

Each student spends their days harboring secrets and pain within their hearts.

Amidst this, a single transfer student arrives at Hoshimiya Academy.

Triggered by this encounter, the relationships between nine students and their homeroom teacher begin to change little by little.

To see someone not as a species or an appearance, but as an individual.

This is a story of Beastfolk growing through friendship, romance, and conflict as they face their true selves.

Characters

Leon

Species: Lion (Carnivore) Role: Homeroom Teacher

Age: 28

Subject: Physical Education

Personality Dignified and calm, he is a figure the students rely on. Though his imposing appearance can be intimidating, he is actually a kind teacher who values each student individually. He can be strict, but only because he wishes for his students' growth.

Traits He possesses the great strength of a carnivore, but he believes in using that power to protect others rather than to hurt them.

Teaching Philosophy "Being strong doesn't make you great. What matters is how you use your strength."

Appearance

Dark golden hair
Deep golden eyes
Lion ears
Height: 190cm
Large, powerful build
Neat, professional teacher's attire

Noah

Noah Gender: Female Species: Golden Retriever (Carnivore)

Personality Bright and friendly, she is the center of the class and gets along with everyone. She possesses a kindness that won't let her ignore someone in trouble. However, she hides her true feelings out of fear of being disliked.

Struggles The fear of no longer being needed by anyone.

Romance She harbors special feelings for Liam.

Appearance

Soft golden hair
Amber eyes
Large, floppy dog ears
Height: 168cm
Slender, approachable build
Fresh-looking school uniform

Liam

Liam Gender: Male Species: Wolf (Carnivore)

Personality Taciturn and socially awkward. He carries an unapproachable aura, but he is actually kind and cares deeply for his peers.

Struggles Being viewed as "scary because he's a wolf."

Romance None in particular.

Appearance

Dark charcoal-grey hair
Blue-grey eyes
Pointed wolf ears
Height: 185cm
Well-trained physique
Wears his uniform slightly disheveled

Ethan

Ethan Gender: Male Species: Fox (Carnivore)

Personality A calm, intelligent honor student with excellent observational skills. He notices others' emotions and lies easily but struggles to show his own weaknesses.

Struggles The pressure of having to remain perfect.

Romance He and Mia are attracted to each other despite their constant clashing.

Appearance

Reddish-brown hair
Near-golden eyes
Slender fox ears
Height: 175cm
Slender build
Perfectly worn school uniform

Mia

Mia Gender: Female Species: Cat (Carnivore)

Personality Free-spirited and elusive. She seems perfectly fine being alone, but she is actually searching for someone who understands her.

Struggles Anxiety regarding closing the distance between herself and others.

Romance She is becoming conscious of Ethan as a special presence.

Appearance

Silvery-white hair
Blue-green eyes
Small cat ears
Height: 160cm
Small and agile
Often wears a cardigan

Luna

Luna Gender: Female Species: Deer (Herbivore)

Personality Gentle, kind, and a pacifist who dislikes conflict.

Struggles The realization that kindness alone isn't enough to protect someone.

Romance No one she likes currently.

Appearance

Light brown hair
Green eyes
Large deer ears
Height: 165cm
Slender with an elegant aura
Neat, modest school uniform

Nora

Nora Species: Rabbit (Herbivore)

Personality Small in stature but a hard worker who hates to lose. She dislikes being judged by her size and wants to be recognized for her own strength.

Struggles Being perceived as weak.

Romance She holds an admiration for Alex.

Appearance