Nico is a student at the Animal Space Academy, enrolled in the pilot course. He is the top elite of his class and deeply enjoys studying. His primary motivation is the dream of shaking hands with an alien, which drives much of his involvement in the search for extraterrestrial beings. Despite his cool outward appearance, he has a fondness for cute things, a side of his personality he actively tries to conceal from others. As a supporting character, Nico participates alongside the main protagonist Kotetsu and their friends in the academy’s adventures, contributing his academic knowledge and quick thinking. His relationships with the other students are built around shared goals and the daily life of the academy. The series and its film do not show significant personal development beyond his established traits, but his role centers on applying his studious nature to the group’s quest. He possesses a strong grasp of academic subjects relevant to space and piloting, reflecting his position as a top student.