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Kiyama Hiroto is a character who initially appears as an antagonist before becoming a key ally. His background is rooted in a complicated personal history. He grew up in an orphanage called Sun Garden, where a man named Kira Seijirou frequently visited and showed him affection. Seijirou, whose own son had died, saw a resemblance in the boy and gave him the name Hiroto, shaping his identity from a young age. This led to Hiroto's involvement in the Aliea Academy project, where he took on the alias Gran and became the captain of its strongest team, The Genesis. Later, in the alternate timeline of Inazuma Eleven Ares, where Kira Hiroto is alive, this character is known by his original name, Tatsuya Kiyama.
In terms of personality, Hiroto initially presents a mysterious and reserved demeanor. He is often seen quietly observing matches and training sessions, which gives him an enigmatic air. Beneath this calm exterior is a deeply caring individual, particularly towards those he considers family. His loyalty to his foster father, Seijirou, is profound, and he is determined to fulfill his wishes. This loyalty is tested during a critical match against Raimon, where he is ordered to remove a limiter that would give his team inhuman strength but cause them great physical pain. He hesitates, showing that his concern for his teammates' well-being overrides his desire to win, a decision that leads to him being temporarily stripped of his captaincy. After joining Inazuma Japan, his personality softens further, and he becomes a kind and dependable senior figure, often acting as an older brother to his younger teammates.
Hiroto's primary motivation throughout the Aliea Academy arc is to serve Kira Seijirou and achieve his goals, driven by a deep sense of gratitude and filial duty. However, after facing Endou Mamoru and the Raimon team, he begins to question this path. His repeated encounters with Endou, who never gives up, spark a change in him, leading to his ultimate motivation to understand and play soccer for the joy of it, not just as a tool for victory. By the time he is selected for the Japanese national team, Inazuma Japan, his goal is to start his relationship with Endou and the others anew, as a friend and fellow soccer player, not as an enemy.
His role in the story is significant and transformative. He serves as the primary antagonist in the second part of the original series as the captain of The Genesis, the final hurdle for Raimon. A memorable early encounter involves him appearing before Endou, commenting on his determined eyes, before leading his team to a devastating 20-0 victory that shook Raimon to its core. Following the resolution of the Aliea Academy incident, he transitions into a protagonist, becoming a vital member of Inazuma Japan for the Football Frontier International. In this role, he is a versatile forward and midfielder, and he even serves as a temporary captain when needed, demonstrating his leadership and tactical sense.
Key relationships define much of his character arc. His bond with Endou Mamoru is central, evolving from rivals to close friends and trusted teammates. He shares a paternal relationship with Kira Seijirou and a sibling-like bond with his daughter, Hitomiko. Within Inazuma Japan, he forms strong friendships, particularly with Ryuji Midorikawa, a former comrade from Aliea Academy, whom he supports through moments of doubt. He also becomes a reliable and trusted figure for younger players like Yuya Kogure. His relationship with former rivals from other Aliea teams, such as Burn and Gazel, is initially competitive but eventually becomes one of mutual respect.
Hiroto undergoes considerable development. He begins as a conflicted figure manipulated by a father figure's desire for revenge, suppressing his own compassion for the sake of the mission. His confrontation with Raimon and specifically Endou forces him to confront the true nature of soccer and his own feelings. He realizes that the sport should be about passion and friendship, leading him to reject the harmful methods of the Aliea project. This culminates in his decision to join Inazuma Japan, not as the former enemy captain Gran, but as Kiyama Hiroto, a player seeking a new beginning. In later appearances, such as in Inazuma Eleven GO, he has matured into the young president of the Kira Conglomerate, continuing to support soccer from a different position.
Finally, he is known for his notable abilities on the field. His signature technique is the powerful shot Ryuusei Blade, also known as Meteor Blade, which was strong enough to easily break through Raimon's strongest defensive techniques. He also masters several combination hissatsu techniques, reflecting his ability to work seamlessly with teammates. These include Grand Fire with Gouenji Shuuya and Toramaru Utsunomiya, The Birth with Fubuki Shirou, and Big Bang with Fubuki and Kidou Yuuto. His shooting techniques are consistently themed around cosmic phenomena like meteors, comets, and supernovas, highlighting his powerful and spectacular playing style.
In terms of personality, Hiroto initially presents a mysterious and reserved demeanor. He is often seen quietly observing matches and training sessions, which gives him an enigmatic air. Beneath this calm exterior is a deeply caring individual, particularly towards those he considers family. His loyalty to his foster father, Seijirou, is profound, and he is determined to fulfill his wishes. This loyalty is tested during a critical match against Raimon, where he is ordered to remove a limiter that would give his team inhuman strength but cause them great physical pain. He hesitates, showing that his concern for his teammates' well-being overrides his desire to win, a decision that leads to him being temporarily stripped of his captaincy. After joining Inazuma Japan, his personality softens further, and he becomes a kind and dependable senior figure, often acting as an older brother to his younger teammates.
Hiroto's primary motivation throughout the Aliea Academy arc is to serve Kira Seijirou and achieve his goals, driven by a deep sense of gratitude and filial duty. However, after facing Endou Mamoru and the Raimon team, he begins to question this path. His repeated encounters with Endou, who never gives up, spark a change in him, leading to his ultimate motivation to understand and play soccer for the joy of it, not just as a tool for victory. By the time he is selected for the Japanese national team, Inazuma Japan, his goal is to start his relationship with Endou and the others anew, as a friend and fellow soccer player, not as an enemy.
His role in the story is significant and transformative. He serves as the primary antagonist in the second part of the original series as the captain of The Genesis, the final hurdle for Raimon. A memorable early encounter involves him appearing before Endou, commenting on his determined eyes, before leading his team to a devastating 20-0 victory that shook Raimon to its core. Following the resolution of the Aliea Academy incident, he transitions into a protagonist, becoming a vital member of Inazuma Japan for the Football Frontier International. In this role, he is a versatile forward and midfielder, and he even serves as a temporary captain when needed, demonstrating his leadership and tactical sense.
Key relationships define much of his character arc. His bond with Endou Mamoru is central, evolving from rivals to close friends and trusted teammates. He shares a paternal relationship with Kira Seijirou and a sibling-like bond with his daughter, Hitomiko. Within Inazuma Japan, he forms strong friendships, particularly with Ryuji Midorikawa, a former comrade from Aliea Academy, whom he supports through moments of doubt. He also becomes a reliable and trusted figure for younger players like Yuya Kogure. His relationship with former rivals from other Aliea teams, such as Burn and Gazel, is initially competitive but eventually becomes one of mutual respect.
Hiroto undergoes considerable development. He begins as a conflicted figure manipulated by a father figure's desire for revenge, suppressing his own compassion for the sake of the mission. His confrontation with Raimon and specifically Endou forces him to confront the true nature of soccer and his own feelings. He realizes that the sport should be about passion and friendship, leading him to reject the harmful methods of the Aliea project. This culminates in his decision to join Inazuma Japan, not as the former enemy captain Gran, but as Kiyama Hiroto, a player seeking a new beginning. In later appearances, such as in Inazuma Eleven GO, he has matured into the young president of the Kira Conglomerate, continuing to support soccer from a different position.
Finally, he is known for his notable abilities on the field. His signature technique is the powerful shot Ryuusei Blade, also known as Meteor Blade, which was strong enough to easily break through Raimon's strongest defensive techniques. He also masters several combination hissatsu techniques, reflecting his ability to work seamlessly with teammates. These include Grand Fire with Gouenji Shuuya and Toramaru Utsunomiya, The Birth with Fubuki Shirou, and Big Bang with Fubuki and Kidou Yuuto. His shooting techniques are consistently themed around cosmic phenomena like meteors, comets, and supernovas, highlighting his powerful and spectacular playing style.