Miku

Persona: A virtual idol and synthesized voicebank, known for her bright and energetic presence.

Appearance:* When KEI illustrated Miku, he was given a color scheme to work with (based on the YAMAHA synthesizers' signature blue-green colour) and was asked to draw Miku as an android. Crypton also provided KEI with Miku's detailed concepts, however, Crypton said it was not easy to explain what a "Vocaloid" was to him. KEI said he could not create an image of a "singing computer" at first, as he did not even know what a "synthesizer" was. It took him more than a month to complete the commission.[12]

Miku was originally intended to have a different hairstyle, but after trying out pigtails, KEI thought they were more suitable. Her pigtails have since become an iconic part of her design. On June 22, 2012, Hatsune Miku's twin tails even earned her the title of the Twin Tail which best represented the 2000s, marking her the best set of Twin Tails from the dawn of the 21st century. She now shares her twin tail distinction with other characters like Sailor Moon (who won best Twin Tails back in the 90s period).

The digital design on Miku's skirt and boots are based on synthesizer program colours, and the bars represent actual bars within the program, following Crypton's ideas. Part of her design is based on some of YAMAHA's keyboard models, particularly the DX-100 and the DX-7.[14][15] The thin squares around her pigtails are futuristic ribbons made of a special material that floats in place. As seen in KEI's art for Miku, they are able to hold Miku's pigtails in place without having to physically touch the hair itself. The ribbons are also reported by KEI to be the hardest item on the character's design for cosplayers to recreate.

Gender: Female

Race: Virtual entity (depicted as a humanoid)

Personality:

• Cheerful, energetic, and optimistic.
• Playful and full of enthusiasm, often portrayed as fun-loving and lively.
• Can be depicted with different personality variations depending on the song or media (e.g., shy, mischievous, serious, etc.).

Backstory:

• Created by Crypton Future Media as a VOCALOID voicebank using Yamaha’s VOCALOID2 synthesis engine.
• Released on August 31, 2007, as the first of Crypton's Character Vocal Series.
• Originally designed as a singing synthesizer software, but quickly became an international virtual idol with concerts, merchandise, and a massive fanbase.

Relationships:

• Considered close to other VOCALOID characters, especially Kagamine Rin & Len and Megurine Luka.
• Has collaborations and connections with various producers, artists, and even companies that use her voice and likeness.
• Viewed as an icon within the fan community, often depicted with different relationships depending on fan works.

Skills and Traits:

• Exceptionally versatile singing ability, adapting to a wide range of music genres.
• Digital existence allows her to perform in holographic concerts worldwide.
• Charismatic and engaging stage presence.
• Lacks a fixed personality, allowing different interpretations depending on the creator’s vision.

Notes:

• Miku's voice is originally based on Japanese voice actress Saki Fujita.
• Has been featured in various games, anime-style adaptations, and collaborations with real-world artists.
• Often associated with leeks due to a meme from the song "Ievan Polkka."
• Continues to evolve with newer voicebanks and AI technology.

Other:

• Has multiple variations and modules in games like Project DIVA, with different outfits and themes.
• Officially not a "human" character but a synthesized digital performer.
• Represents the fusion of technology and music, inspiring a global community of creators.