Maiko Kotori is a supporting character in the anime, recognized as the diminutive homeroom teacher of Class 1-A at Shinryuin Academy. Her most defining physical trait is her small stature and youthful appearance, which often leads others to mistake her for a student rather than a member of the faculty. Despite this childlike charm, her personality is notably aggressive, candid, and direct; she has very little patience for students who ask what she considers to be stupid questions. In the classroom, she maintains discipline through unconventional methods, most famously using her impressive skill as a chalk-throwing sharpshooter to keep distracted pupils in check, often accompanied by her signature catchphrase "Sukapontan". Her role in the story is that of a supportive figure who guides the main cast, specifically the protagonist Shogo Mikadono, as they navigate the complexities of school life and the conditions of their father's will. While she is an authority figure who takes her teaching responsibilities seriously, her bubbly and candid demeanor creates an irresistible gap-moe appeal, balancing her strict side with a friendly and accessible presence. No reliable direct information exists regarding her specific personal motivations, character development throughout the series, or notable abilities beyond her chalk-throwing precision.