OVA
Description
Susanna "Sue" Hopkins is an American initially introduced as Kanako Ohno's friend. She possesses a petite frame, natural blonde hair, blue eyes, and a youthful look that constantly gets her mistaken for a middle or high school student despite being an adult; this leads to frequent lolita-style cosplay at Ohno's request. Her background includes an avid interest in Japanese anime, manga, and yaoi (boys' love) content, with extensive knowledge of series such as *Neon Genesis Evangelion*, *Inuyasha*, and *Azumanga Daioh*. She aspires to study in Japan, reflecting her deep cultural obsession.
Sue communicates almost exclusively through loud, abrupt quotes from Japanese anime and manga. Her speech is rendered in katakana, indicating non-native fluency and initially creating ambiguity about her actual comprehension, which frustrates characters like Ogiue; Ogiue later discovers Sue understands more than she reveals. This quote-dependent speech persists even after she moves to Japan. Personality-wise, Sue appears harsh, unsociable, and erratic, shifting suddenly from quiet manga reading to confrontations. She exhibits sadistic tendencies, enjoying embarrassing others or creating awkward situations. Despite this, she is also affectionate and protective: she hugs Ogiue frequently, calls her "my waifu," and defends friends like Hato from harassment. She shows unexpected shyness around romantic interests.
In *Genshiken Nidaime*, Sue transfers to Shiiou University as a first-year student and joins the Genshiken club, becoming its first "second generation" member. She grows close to Ogiue, working as her assistant for manga creation, helping meet deadlines, and recruiting new members. Her role includes managing distractions like Kuchiki. Sue undergoes subtle development: while retaining her quote-reliant speech, her club integration shows increased social adaptability. She actively participates in activities, such as the school festival where she intervenes to help Hato. Recognizing Madarame's importance to Hato, Sue pushes him into the open and kisses his cheek to disrupt his hesitation, aiding Hato emotionally.
Romantically, Sue initially ships Hato and Madarame but later develops feelings for Madarame herself. This culminates in a relationship with him, confirmed in the manga's conclusion. Her interests remain consistent, focusing on yaoi and cosplay, often wearing costumes on campus.
Sue communicates almost exclusively through loud, abrupt quotes from Japanese anime and manga. Her speech is rendered in katakana, indicating non-native fluency and initially creating ambiguity about her actual comprehension, which frustrates characters like Ogiue; Ogiue later discovers Sue understands more than she reveals. This quote-dependent speech persists even after she moves to Japan. Personality-wise, Sue appears harsh, unsociable, and erratic, shifting suddenly from quiet manga reading to confrontations. She exhibits sadistic tendencies, enjoying embarrassing others or creating awkward situations. Despite this, she is also affectionate and protective: she hugs Ogiue frequently, calls her "my waifu," and defends friends like Hato from harassment. She shows unexpected shyness around romantic interests.
In *Genshiken Nidaime*, Sue transfers to Shiiou University as a first-year student and joins the Genshiken club, becoming its first "second generation" member. She grows close to Ogiue, working as her assistant for manga creation, helping meet deadlines, and recruiting new members. Her role includes managing distractions like Kuchiki. Sue undergoes subtle development: while retaining her quote-reliant speech, her club integration shows increased social adaptability. She actively participates in activities, such as the school festival where she intervenes to help Hato. Recognizing Madarame's importance to Hato, Sue pushes him into the open and kisses his cheek to disrupt his hesitation, aiding Hato emotionally.
Romantically, Sue initially ships Hato and Madarame but later develops feelings for Madarame herself. This culminates in a relationship with him, confirmed in the manga's conclusion. Her interests remain consistent, focusing on yaoi and cosplay, often wearing costumes on campus.