Ran, known as "The Beautiful Blade," is a Starlight Academy student and classmate of Ichigo and Aoi. She's been in the entertainment industry since childhood, which gives her a genuine professional edge—she carries herself with real maturity and confidence, though she can come across as a bit of a lone wolf. Despite her cool exterior, she's surprisingly candid and genuinely caring once you get to know her.
Like plenty of others, Ran initially doubted that Ichigo and Aoi could succeed as top idols together. She watches them closely, fairly convinced they'll eventually clash and go their separate ways. It's a cynical take, but not an unfounded one given her experience.
She went through a rough patch after her close friend and former roommate Mako dropped out of the academy, likely due to lost confidence. The two had been close, and Ran became more withdrawn afterward—fitting her "Beautiful Blade" persona, which demands she never crack a smile in public. But Ichigo and Aoi's earnestness gradually broke through her walls. On the runway, she steps with her left foot first, a habit she picked up from watching Mako do the same.
Ran's the real deal as an idol, with an aura comparable to Mizuki's. She was eventually elected as Tristar's third member (after Kaede Ichinose took the second spot), becoming a full-fledged top idol by episode 35. Her favorite brand is Spicy Ageha.
Age: 13-14 (Season 1), 15-16 (Season 2), 16-17 (Season 3)
Birthday: August 3
Blood type: AB
Favorite foods: vegetable stick, yogurt
Disliked food: fried fish (too much work getting the bones out)
Special skills: walking, posing
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