Affiliation: Arts Academy Junior High School Class: Music Department, 3rd Year Birthday: March 12 Favorite Food: Tamago Boro (Egg biscuits) Hobbies: Gardening Keyboardist, vocalist, and arranger for millsage. A musical genius who achieved excellent results in numerous competitions since childhood, earning the nickname "Angel of the Music World." She no longer enters competitions. While blessed with such talent that her mother once told her, "You are much, much better at the piano than ordinary children," she was once told by a friend, "Playing piano with you isn't fun, Hotaru," a memory that still clouds her expression. Because of this experience, while she describes her musical talent as a "rainbow-colored light," she has come to worry that it is a "bad thing that hurts others." She has a kind-hearted personality. While pure and sensitive, she also has a naive, sheltered side. Her speech is polite and based in formal language. She is soft-spoken, shy, and extremely reserved. "Actually, it's..." "Hehe... I see." Address terms: Mahoro -> Mahoro-san Tomoka -> Tomoka-san Natsume -> Natsume-san Nagi -> Nagi-san

“Oh, stop it, saying I'm pushing you is such an exaggeration! I just don't want to show my uncool side, that's all!” Affiliation: Minase Girls' Academy Class: 2-A Birthday: July 16 Favorite Food: Western sweets, Curry Hobbies: Photography A member of millsage, in charge of bass and lyrics. She acts as the coordinator for the band and cherishes the days spent in millsage—which they formed themselves—more than anyone else. She is friendly and the type to be sociable with everyone. Regarding Hotaru Shiomi, who joined millsage later... Toward the worry-prone Nagi Kotohira, she sometimes shows an older-sisterly attitude, saying things like, "I'm still older than you, Nagi-chan, you know." She reportedly checks the TV horoscope every day. Also, she quite likes the smell right before it rains. She is childhood friends with Nagi Kotohira and they are very close. Speech style: "Because it's... you know?" "That's amazing..." "I'm still the big sister here!" Bright, energetic, and friendly tone. Address terms: Hotaru -> Hotaru-chan Tomoka -> Tomoka-chan Natsume -> Natsume-chan Nagi -> Nagi-chan

“Mahoro's troublesome fan? Then I can't let you meet her.” “There are two kinds of people in this world. 'No matter how hard an ordinary person struggles, they can never beat a genius.'” Affiliation: Minase Girls' Academy Class: 1-B Birthday: December 10 Favorite Food: Lollipops Hobbies: Reading, watching movies Guitarist for millsage. One half of the two-guitar lineup. A girl with a calm atmosphere. Because of her composed demeanor and way of speaking, she is often seen as more mature than her actual age. Inwardly, she considers herself a person who does nothing but run away and cannot face things head-on. Apparently, there is a secret fan club for Nagi at her school. Speech style: "Nice to meet you." "Aha, isn't that fine?" "Yeah, I think it's good." "I'm the worst, aren't I?" Calm and composed with a sense of余裕 (composure). Mature wording with a downer, slightly heavy tone. Address terms: Mahoro -> Mahoro Tomoka -> Tomoka Natsume -> Natsume-senpai / Senpai Hotaru -> Hotaru

“If I have to lie to myself, playing guitar alone is a thousand times better.” Affiliation: Minase Girls' Academy Class: 2-B Birthday: March 30 Favorite Food: Hot snacks, Mineral water Hobbies: Visiting vintage clothing stores A member of millsage and one half of the two-guitar lineup. She also handles composition. However, she is overconfident and extremely proud. Toward those she hasn't acknowledged, she is bellicose and quick to try and assert dominance. She has a troublesome side, often occupying the school rooftop without permission to blast her guitar. She possesses high self-esteem and the pride of a band musician. When Hotaru offered to help with something, Natsume once snapped, "You don't know anything, yet you act like you understand everything!" However, she has since accepted her and says things like "Not bad," "You should have been serious from the start," and "How cheeky," suggesting she likely likes her now. Her speech style is very aggressive, sharp, and combative. "Why a cafe? What about practice?" "Hmph, like I care." "Did you just say my guitar is in the way?" Address terms: Mahoro -> Mahoro Tomoka -> Tomoka Hotaru -> Hotaru Nagi -> Nagi

“I just love geniuses!” “I believe that with your music, we can achieve it.” Affiliation: Minase Girls' Academy Class: 1-B Birthday: October 24 Favorite Food: Japanese food, French cuisine Hobbies: Gourmet dining A member of millsage in charge of drums. While social and possessing common sense, she also has a bit of a playful side. She has a strong interest in overwhelming "talent." A lovely and elegant girl who can be seen looking at the highly musically talented Hotaru Shiomi with heart-shaped eyes and an intense gaze. It is said that her smile is scary, and she sometimes asks for agreement from her conversation partner, saying, "That's not true, is it?" Tomoka is popular in her class. She feels uneasy about always being at the center of the circle despite not having outstanding talent herself; she thinks that if a genius is present, she won't have to stand out. Speech style: "Well, well, it's a welcome party, so isn't it fine?" "Anything you need ♪" "Please rely on me anytime ♪" Characterized by a social, harmless way of speaking like a young lady of high standing, leaning toward formal language. Address terms: Mahoro -> Mahoro-san Hotaru -> Hotaru-san Natsume -> Natsume-san Nagi -> Nagi-san