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Mel is a central character in the anime Lostorage incited WIXOSS, serving as the LRIG, a type of avatar or guide, for the Selector Chinatsu Morikawa. Her physical appearance is distinctive, characterized by long light green hair that she typically wears in a ponytail, though she lets it down when she reaches a higher level of power. Her attire consists of a green outfit decorated with vine patterns, giving her an elf-like appearance that complements her nature-themed design.
The origin of Mel is deeply intertwined with Chinatsu's past and her relationship with her childhood friend, Suzuko. Mel was not a naturally occurring spirit but was specifically created from Chinatsu's own memories and feelings regarding Suzuko. This makes her a mirror of Chinatsu's inner world, as she inherits many of Suzuko's mannerisms and speech patterns, acting as a living embodiment of Chinatsu’s perception of her former friend. This background also explains her name, which comes from a green plushie that Chinatsu made and Suzuko named during their childhood, symbolizing their lost friendship.
Mel’s personality is complex and evolves over the course of the story. On the surface, she is cheerful, optimistic, and appears to act without malice, often believing in Chinatsu's ability to win despite repeated losses. However, as the narrative progresses, a more manipulative and calculating side of her character is revealed. She uses clever wordplay and psychological tactics to influence Chinatsu’s decisions, preventing her from reconciling with Suzuko and pushing her toward more ruthless actions, such as betting her coins in battles or using another character’s contract. This duality in her personality is believed to stem from her origin as a construct of Chinatsu's memories; specifically, she reflects Chinatsu's own view of Suzuko as being manipulative. Consequently, as Chinatsu’s hostility toward Suzuko lessens, Mel’s own manipulative behavior also begins to fade.
In her role within the story, Mel acts as Chinatsu’s partner in the deadly Selector battles, though her guidance is often ambiguous and self-serving. Initially, she fails to properly stress the importance or the rules of the game to Chinatsu, contributing to her Selector’s early losses. A key element of her in-battle role is encouraging Chinatsu to use her Berserk ability, which requires betting a coin. While Chinatsu initially refuses, viewing it as dishonorable, Mel persistently advocates for its use, framing it as a necessary evil to avoid losing everything. She also plays on Chinatsu’s profound loneliness, positioning herself as her only true friend to further her own agenda.
The central and most critical relationship for Mel is with her Selector, Chinatsu Morikawa, whom she affectionately calls Chi-chan, a nickname Chinatsu dislikes because it reminds her of Suzuko. Their dynamic is fraught with tension, as Mel is both a tool for Chinatsu’s goals and an independent agent with her own manipulative will. Mel’s development is directly tied to Chinatsu’s emotional journey. As Chinatsu begins to confront her own memories and resolve her feelings toward Suzuko, Mel changes in response. The manipulative aspects of her personality become less pronounced, suggesting that her entire being is a fluid reflection of her Selector’s psychological state.
Regarding her abilities in the context of the card game, Mel is a green LRIG whose playstyle is heavily defensive. She utilizes a unique mechanic known as Acce, which allows her to attach SIGNI (her supporting creatures) to other SIGNI as accessories. This can increase their power or grant them immunity to the opponent’s spells and abilities, providing a strong defensive foundation. While her defensive capabilities are considerable, her offensive options are more limited, relying on specific cards to mount an attack. This strategic focus on defense and sustain reflects her nature as a persistent, ever-present force in Chinatsu’s life, one that is difficult to remove or ignore.
The origin of Mel is deeply intertwined with Chinatsu's past and her relationship with her childhood friend, Suzuko. Mel was not a naturally occurring spirit but was specifically created from Chinatsu's own memories and feelings regarding Suzuko. This makes her a mirror of Chinatsu's inner world, as she inherits many of Suzuko's mannerisms and speech patterns, acting as a living embodiment of Chinatsu’s perception of her former friend. This background also explains her name, which comes from a green plushie that Chinatsu made and Suzuko named during their childhood, symbolizing their lost friendship.
Mel’s personality is complex and evolves over the course of the story. On the surface, she is cheerful, optimistic, and appears to act without malice, often believing in Chinatsu's ability to win despite repeated losses. However, as the narrative progresses, a more manipulative and calculating side of her character is revealed. She uses clever wordplay and psychological tactics to influence Chinatsu’s decisions, preventing her from reconciling with Suzuko and pushing her toward more ruthless actions, such as betting her coins in battles or using another character’s contract. This duality in her personality is believed to stem from her origin as a construct of Chinatsu's memories; specifically, she reflects Chinatsu's own view of Suzuko as being manipulative. Consequently, as Chinatsu’s hostility toward Suzuko lessens, Mel’s own manipulative behavior also begins to fade.
In her role within the story, Mel acts as Chinatsu’s partner in the deadly Selector battles, though her guidance is often ambiguous and self-serving. Initially, she fails to properly stress the importance or the rules of the game to Chinatsu, contributing to her Selector’s early losses. A key element of her in-battle role is encouraging Chinatsu to use her Berserk ability, which requires betting a coin. While Chinatsu initially refuses, viewing it as dishonorable, Mel persistently advocates for its use, framing it as a necessary evil to avoid losing everything. She also plays on Chinatsu’s profound loneliness, positioning herself as her only true friend to further her own agenda.
The central and most critical relationship for Mel is with her Selector, Chinatsu Morikawa, whom she affectionately calls Chi-chan, a nickname Chinatsu dislikes because it reminds her of Suzuko. Their dynamic is fraught with tension, as Mel is both a tool for Chinatsu’s goals and an independent agent with her own manipulative will. Mel’s development is directly tied to Chinatsu’s emotional journey. As Chinatsu begins to confront her own memories and resolve her feelings toward Suzuko, Mel changes in response. The manipulative aspects of her personality become less pronounced, suggesting that her entire being is a fluid reflection of her Selector’s psychological state.
Regarding her abilities in the context of the card game, Mel is a green LRIG whose playstyle is heavily defensive. She utilizes a unique mechanic known as Acce, which allows her to attach SIGNI (her supporting creatures) to other SIGNI as accessories. This can increase their power or grant them immunity to the opponent’s spells and abilities, providing a strong defensive foundation. While her defensive capabilities are considerable, her offensive options are more limited, relying on specific cards to mount an attack. This strategic focus on defense and sustain reflects her nature as a persistent, ever-present force in Chinatsu’s life, one that is difficult to remove or ignore.