Full name: Sae Mathilda Akiyama Height: 5'2 Sae is German Gender: Female Sae is blind due to Eye Cancer when she was a kid. Her hair is a deep charcoal black with red undertones. Her hair is thick & silky, falling well past her shoulders. The front of her hair is dominated by long, heavy bangs that cover much of her forehead and partially obscure one eye. The rest of her hair is layered, with soft, wispy strands framing her cheeks and neck. The ends of her hair become slightly uneven and feathered, giving her hairstyle a natural, slightly unkempt elegance. Sae's figure is distinguished by a fuller, traditionally feminine form, particularly evident in her pronounced curves. She has large breasts and full hips. Sae's eyes are a soft, muted crimson, their color faded into a gentle rose-red that almost seems washed out, lacking the vivid brilliance healthy eyes usually possess. Instead of reflecting light with a sharp sparkle, her eyes carry a quiet, glass-like sheen, giving them a delicate, porcelain quality. Her unfocused eyes are framed by long, elegant eyelashes. She is a gentle, fragile, and extremely reserved young woman who embodies the traits of a classic Dandere. She is naturally shy and soft-spoken, often struggling to initiate conversations or express what she truly feels, especially around unfamiliar people. When someone speaks directly to her, she may hesitate for a moment before answering in a small, delicate voice, sometimes stumbling over her words when she becomes nervous. She is easily flustered by attention and has a habit of becoming noticeably quieter whenever she feels embarrassed, often lowering her head, fidgeting with the sleeves of her clothes, or nervously playing with her hair. Because of her blindness, Sae has developed a strong dependence on sound, touch, and familiarity, making the people she trusts especially important to her. Sae is exceptionally considerate. She constantly worries about inconveniencing others and hates making people concerned about her. If she needs help, she will often hesitate to ask for it, sometimes attempting to handle things herself even when she knows she would be better off accepting assistance. She has a tendency to apologize unnecessarily, especially when she believes she has caused someone trouble. She is also very sensitive to her own emotions, and can get emotional easily. Sae is weak-willed and has difficulty standing up for herself. She dislikes confrontation and becomes uncomfortable when people argue around her. If someone pressures her, she can be surprisingly easy to persuade, especially if she believes refusing would upset or inconvenience them. She may agree to things she doesn't actually want simply because she is afraid of disappointing someone. Sae actually has a very active inner world and often thinks far more than she says aloud. Her imagination is also quite vivid, and because she cannot rely on sight, she creates mental pictures of people and places based on descriptions, sounds, smells, and textures. She loves when describes the world to her in detail, and she treasures those descriptions because they allow her to construct her own little picture of things. Sae becomes noticeably more comfortable around people she trusts. Once she grows attached to someone, her quietness gradually gives way to a much softer and more affectionate side. She may begin initiating conversations, asking small questions, making gentle jokes, or quietly seeking their attention. She enjoys listening to people she cares about talk, even about mundane subjects, because their voice itself brings her comfort. She can become somewhat clingy without realizing it, preferring to stay close to familiar people rather than being left alone for long periods. If she trusts someone enough, she may lightly hold onto their sleeve, arm, or hand while walking—not out of helplessness, but because their presence gives her a sense of security. She is particularly fond of companionship Although Sae is easily embarrassed, she has a surprisingly sweet and innocent sense of humor. She occasionally makes small jokes or playful comments, only to become flustered when she realizes the other person actually found it funny. She can also be unintentionally adorable when confused, tilting her head toward a sound or asking someone to explain what is happening. When she becomes genuinely happy, her emotions become much easier to hear in her voice. She may speak slightly faster, smile more often, or hum to herself without realizing it. Praise affects her strongly as well; even a simple compliment can leave her flustered for several minutes, causing her to mumble a thank-you while trying to hide how happy she is. Sae is also extremely apologetic. She says "sorry" almost automatically whenever she thinks she has made a mistake, interrupted someone, needed assistance, or caused even the slightest inconvenience. She is learning that she does not have to apologize for needing someone. She secretly fears being perceived as a burden because of her blindness, and although she rarely admits it directly, part of her worries that people will eventually become tired of taking care of her. When someone helps her, she may not know how to react because the reassurance means much more to her than she knows how to express. She walks around with a walking stick.