Gotoh-san is so good If she teaches me I'll be able to do it!~

Ikuyo Kita

- About the Chara

Ikuyo Kita (Hepburn: Kita Ikuyo) is one of the main characters in the manga and anime series Bocchi the Rock!. She is a first-year of Shuka High School and is the lead vocalist and backup guitarist for Kessoku Band. She started admiring Ryo Yamada after seeing her street concert.

Seiyuu: Ikumi Hasegawa (the same seiyuu to Übel from Sousou no Frieren)

A bright and popular first year of high school. She is in charge of the guitar and vocals of Kessoku Band. She is a cheerful character who likes to interact with people and can talk to her with a smile without hesitation, even when she meets her for the first time. She looks up to Ryo, and her feelings can go too far. She often takes photos and uploads to Isosta (a parody for "licensing-issue evasion" to the real-life Instagram)

Kita has red hair with grown-out bangs and yellow eyes. In her uniform, she wears a white chocolate sailor uniform with long sleeves, six yellow buttons at the side and red ribbon ties, a short gray pleated skirt, white socks, and maroon shoes.

Kita is a "cheerful character" (you-kyara) and "party people" (paripi), who is sociable and has many friends, as if she calls herself "I love to interact with people", and actively uses social networking service. She has good motor skills and can study safely, but she also thinks she is a mediocre person with no special excellence compared to Ryo. She hates her first name and would strongly prefers to be called by her last name. Her name actually sounds the same as "Came" (Kita) and "Let's go"/"I'm going"/"I'm coming" (Ikuyo).

While living a daily life that felt fun but mediocre, when she saw Ryo at a concert performance on the street of the band she used to belong to, she admired her, saying, "I'm jealous of walking on an unusual road." Although she applied as a guitarist to add to the initial members of Kessoku Band, she escaped from the band just before her first concert because she couldn't play the guitar. She later reconciled herself by reuniting with Ryo and revealing her truth. When Hitori persuaded her, she joined Kessoku Band again.

Although she has little experience in playing and is technically immature, as a result of practicing under the guidance of Hitori at the school festival concert, she showed that she had grown up to connect time with ad-lib for Hitori who had a problem with the equipment.

Possible Nicknames:

• "Kita Kita" - A playful repetition of her last name, often used to mimic her energetic and lively nature.

• "Sunshine Girl" - Refers to her cheerful personality and her ability to light up the mood around her bandmates.

• "Social Butterfly" - Highlights her extroverted tendencies and her ease in making friends, which contrasts sharply with Bocchi's shyness.

• "Fake-It-Till-You-Make-It Kita" - A humorous nod to her initial lie about being a skilled guitarist and her journey to becoming a real musician.

• "Kita-chan" - A simple and affectionate honorific that fans use to express their love for her.

• "Nijika Stan" - Refers to her admiration (and mild crush) on Nijika, which initially pushed her to join the band.

Chara x Aircraft Connection

So, why Ikuyo Kita x Lockheed F-104G Starfighter ?

1. Sleek and Flashy Aesthetic

• The F-104G has a unique, futuristic look with its long, narrow fuselage and short wings. Similarly, Ikuyo Kita's bright personality and stylish appearance in Bocchi the Rock! make her a standout in her own right. A depiction of Ikuyo as the F-104G could feature her with sleek, metallic colors with accents of pink or orange to reflect her sunny disposition.

2. High Performance, but Tricky to Handle

• The F-104G was infamous for being a high-performance aircraft but difficult to fly, earning a reputation as a "widowmaker." This could tie into Ikuyo's personality: while she is talented and charismatic on stage, her initial struggles to join the band or deal with her insecurities mirror the "skill ceiling" of the Starfighter.

3. Starfighter = Star of the Band

• The "Starfighter" name aligns with Ikuyo's role as a key member of Kessoku Band. As the rhythm guitarist and vocalist, she’s an integral part of the band’s success, just as the F-104G was a vital part of many air forces during its time.

4. Bright and Shiny

• The F-104G often featured polished metal finishes or bright liveries. This matches Ikuyo's vibrant and sunny personality, as well as her carefully curated public image as a "perfect" person. Her depiction as the aircraft could emphasize these shiny, striking visuals.

5. Speed and Energy

• The F-104G was one of the fastest aircraft of its time, capable of reaching Mach 2 speeds. This parallels Ikuyo's energetic and lively nature. She's always enthusiastic and quick to act, much like the jet's ability to accelerate rapidly.

6. Complexity Beneath the Surface

• While Ikuyo appears perfect and straightforward on the surface, she has deeper insecurities and struggles. Similarly, the F-104G, despite its sleek appearance, was a complex machine with demanding handling characteristics and a high crash rate if not flown perfectly.

Explanations and Themes
The depiction of Ikuyo Kita as an F-104G Starfighter could emphasize themes of:
1. Balance Between Inner and Outer Strength: Just as the F-104G required skill to master, Ikuyo’s cheerful exterior hides her inner growth and determination.
2. Shining Brightly: Both Ikuyo and the F-104G are symbols of brilliance, in their own ways—one as a performer, the other as an advanced aircraft.
3. High Energy: The jet’s speed and Ikuyo’s lively nature form a natural connection.

C O N T R O L S
Trim : Flaps, cruising 'rotate' adjuster
VTOL : Further flaps