Tarou Misaki is a central character whose background spans multiple story arcs. His early life involved frequent relocation due to his father Ichiro Misaki's career as a landscape painter, following his parents' divorce when he was five. This instability hindered lasting friendships until his arrival in Nankatsu City. There, he joined Nankatsu Elementary School and debuted as a substitute during a critical match against Shutetsu, instantly forming the iconic "Golden Combi" partnership with Tsubasa Ozora through seamless on-field synchronization. Personality-wise, Misaki is characterized as soft-spoken, introverted, and observant, traits stemming from his childhood. He demonstrates resilience and optimism when facing challenges. His observational skills allow him to analyze opponents and adapt his playstyle, while his gentle demeanor aids teamwork and leadership under pressure. Initially hesitant to form deep bonds, he gradually learns to trust and rely on teammates. As a midfielder, Misaki excels in technical finesse, creative passing, and aerial maneuvers. Early techniques include the Boomerang Shot and Boomerang Pass, developed during his travels. His synergy with Tsubasa produces coordinated techniques like the Twin Shot, Jumping Twin Shot, and the All-Japan Twin Shot. Later, he incorporated international styles such as the African-style Dribble and French-style "Magnificent Dribble," earning the nickname "Field Artist." During his J-League career, he developed the powerful SSS long shot. His technical evolution culminated in the High Speed Tornado Sky Alpha, an aerial volley executed with Tsubasa during the Madrid Olympics. Significant events shaped his journey. After winning the elementary national championship, he moved to France with his father but declined to live with his remarried mother, asserting his identity as "Taro Misaki." He later reconciled with his family. A bus accident while saving his half-sister Yoshiko resulted in a severe left leg injury. Against medical advice, he played through this injury in the World Youth final against Brazil, assisting Tsubasa's winning goal but jeopardizing his career. After a year of rehabilitation, he joined Jubilo Iwata in the J-League, proving his recovery in his debut match. He represented Japan in U-22 Asian qualifiers, scoring the decisive goal against Australia, and later in the Madrid Olympics, netting the quarter-final winner against Argentina. Professionally, Misaki focused solely on the national team during high school but chose global travel after temporary exclusion from the World Youth squad. Post-rehabilitation, he prioritized refining his skills in the J-League before pursuing overseas opportunities, though Paris Saint-Germain initially recruited J.J. Ochado instead of him. Throughout the Golden-23 and Rising Sun arcs, he balanced Olympic commitments with his club career at Jubilo Iwata, consistently evolving as a pivotal playmaker for Japan.