Mizuki Akiyama

BASIC INFO:

Akiyama Mizuki (暁山 瑞希) is a second year student at Kamiyama High School. They are the animator of the online music circle 25-ji, Nightcord de., going by the alias "Amia".

Nightcord at 25:00's video editor. Mizuki wanted to do something about the worsening relationship between Mafuyu and her mother, but felt unable to offer anything knowing that they are running away from their problems. However, Mizuki realized that there are things that can be gained by running away, and told Mafuyu that doing so is always an option.

Birthday: August 27 Height: 165cm (5'5") School: Kamiyama High School (2-B) Hobbies: Making Videos, Collages Specialty: Redesigning clothes Favorite Food: Curry rice, French fries Least Favorite Food: Mushrooms Dislikes: Foods that are too hot Age: 18

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BACKSTORY:

Mizuki is an animator and video maker who uploads music videos online. They were captivated by Kanade's music upon listening to it, and made a music video for the song. Kanade invited Mizuki to 25-ji, Nightcord de. after seeing this video.

Mizuki has an older sister, Yuuki, who is a fashion designer living overseas, and inspired Mizuki's love of fashion.

Mizuki has been treated as an outcast for their fashion style and honest personality since elementary school. Wearing the cute clothes Yuuki had picked out and made for them, Mizuki received compliments but also judgement from their peers. Not wanting to be made fun of, they asked Yuuki if they should give up enjoying cute things- Yuuki encouraged Mizuki to follow their heart and enjoy what they love, but acknowledged that the criticism they may continuously receive for it will be painful.[2]

Mizuki expresses frustration for the contempt they have received, not understanding why others feel compelled to judge them for it. Their irregular school attendance is implied to be Mizuki trying to avoid negative attention from their classmates. During junior high, they spent much of their time on the rooftop and met Rui, one of their only friends before becoming part of Nightcord.[3]

As a first year, Mizuki was classmates with An in class 1-A. As a second year, Mizuki is classmates with Toya in class 2-B.

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APPEARANCE & PERSONALITY:

Mizuki has light pink eyes with a pink eyelash. Their hair is also light pink, and is slightly curled and worn in a side ponytail tied with a ribbon. Two even strands of hair are let loose, framing their face.

Mizuki is a moody person, and Kanade thinks they only act on their own principles. They have a strong desire to express themselves freely, and can become frustrated and upset when ridiculed. They have an obsession with cute things, expressing it through their hand-altered fashion.

Despite their energetic, carefree, and sometimes childish demeanor, Mizuki is often shown to be the most mature member of their circle, as Ena admits.[4] They often assume the role of mediator in arguments, breaking things up between Mafuyu and Ena.

Mizuki is great at understanding the emotions of others, and is able to sense changes in tension and atmosphere in the group. Despite this, Mizuki tends to keep their distance, keeping their true feelings and secrets hidden from even their close friends. They have a strong recognition of the struggles their fellow members face, yet fear that they won't be accepted if they're too open about themself. It seems that they stay secretive, to an extent, from an understanding that everyone has things they want to keep hidden.

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TRIVIA:

Mizuki is the one who made Rui and Nene's stage outfits after running into Rui working on NeneRobo, which Mizuki found "totally uncute." Mizuki's online alias, 'Amia', comes from the villainess of a magical girl anime she likes, named Mia.