TV-Series
Description
Appearing primarily in *selector infected WIXOSS -peeping analyze-* and *Lostorage conflated WIXOSS*, Amika Hashimoto possesses a strong physical resemblance to Ayumi Sakaguchi, characterized by long hair often styled in a right-side ponytail. Her clothing style favors loose, casual outfits such as oversized sweaters, t-shirts, hoodies, trousers, or shorts, alongside a school uniform similar to Iona Urazoe's featuring a long-sleeved vest and scarf.
Amika maintains a cheerful and bright outward demeanor, contributing to her popularity. This masks deep-seated sadness concerning her mother's severe illness, a burden she conceals to protect her family. This suppression creates internal pressure, occasionally causing her to snap under stress, though she demonstrates resilience and a willingness to improve herself.
She lives with her parents and two younger brothers. After her mother's serious diagnosis, Amika began closing herself off emotionally. Discovering the WIXOSS card game led her to purchase a Blue Appli pack containing the LRIG Piruluk (later revealed as Kiyoi Mizushima). Learning about Selector Battles from Piruluk, Amika became a Selector with the wish to "save her mother," confiding exclusively in Piruluk about her struggles.
Early experiences as a Selector saw Piruluk's initial coldness—stemming from Amika's resemblance to her deceased friend Ayumi—result in a battle loss against Chiyori. Their relationship gradually improved, evolving into mutual trust and friendship. This bond was tested when Remember (inhabiting Kiyoi's original body) manipulated Amika by revealing Piruluk's past, baiting her into a Selector battle.
During the decisive battle against Remember, Amika achieved a significant milestone by growing Piruluk to Level 5. Piruluk then executed a strategic sacrifice: she temporarily rewrote Amika's wish to "I wish to lose my mother" during the match and deliberately conceded, resulting in Amika's third loss. This action reversed the rewritten wish and fulfilled Amika's original desire by curing her mother's illness. Post-battle, Amika retained no memory of these events but received confirmation of her mother's recovery. She later encountered Kiyoi Mizushima in her restored human form; initially mistaking her for Remember, a distinctive finger-flick gesture allowed Amika to recognize Piruluk.
In *Lostorage conflated WIXOSS*, Amika appears as Kiyoi's classmate and close friend. Her role shifts to expressing persistent concern for Kiyoi's safety due to Kiyoi's voluntary re-entry into a new cycle of Selector Battles. Amika feels excluded from Kiyoi's plans, particularly as Kiyoi avoids her calls in an effort to shield her from danger.
The name "Amika" shares phonetic similarity with the Latin/Italian word "amica," meaning "female friend," while her surname "Hashimoto" combines "bridge" (橋/hashi) and "base/origin" (本/moto). Her narrative significance includes breaking Piruluk's cycle of misfortune among Selectors and serving as a catalyst for Kiyoi's emotional healing.
Amika maintains a cheerful and bright outward demeanor, contributing to her popularity. This masks deep-seated sadness concerning her mother's severe illness, a burden she conceals to protect her family. This suppression creates internal pressure, occasionally causing her to snap under stress, though she demonstrates resilience and a willingness to improve herself.
She lives with her parents and two younger brothers. After her mother's serious diagnosis, Amika began closing herself off emotionally. Discovering the WIXOSS card game led her to purchase a Blue Appli pack containing the LRIG Piruluk (later revealed as Kiyoi Mizushima). Learning about Selector Battles from Piruluk, Amika became a Selector with the wish to "save her mother," confiding exclusively in Piruluk about her struggles.
Early experiences as a Selector saw Piruluk's initial coldness—stemming from Amika's resemblance to her deceased friend Ayumi—result in a battle loss against Chiyori. Their relationship gradually improved, evolving into mutual trust and friendship. This bond was tested when Remember (inhabiting Kiyoi's original body) manipulated Amika by revealing Piruluk's past, baiting her into a Selector battle.
During the decisive battle against Remember, Amika achieved a significant milestone by growing Piruluk to Level 5. Piruluk then executed a strategic sacrifice: she temporarily rewrote Amika's wish to "I wish to lose my mother" during the match and deliberately conceded, resulting in Amika's third loss. This action reversed the rewritten wish and fulfilled Amika's original desire by curing her mother's illness. Post-battle, Amika retained no memory of these events but received confirmation of her mother's recovery. She later encountered Kiyoi Mizushima in her restored human form; initially mistaking her for Remember, a distinctive finger-flick gesture allowed Amika to recognize Piruluk.
In *Lostorage conflated WIXOSS*, Amika appears as Kiyoi's classmate and close friend. Her role shifts to expressing persistent concern for Kiyoi's safety due to Kiyoi's voluntary re-entry into a new cycle of Selector Battles. Amika feels excluded from Kiyoi's plans, particularly as Kiyoi avoids her calls in an effort to shield her from danger.
The name "Amika" shares phonetic similarity with the Latin/Italian word "amica," meaning "female friend," while her surname "Hashimoto" combines "bridge" (橋/hashi) and "base/origin" (本/moto). Her narrative significance includes breaking Piruluk's cycle of misfortune among Selectors and serving as a catalyst for Kiyoi's emotional healing.