Patricia Kino, known as Makoto Kino in Japanese media, transforms into Sailor Jupiter. Orphaned young after her parents died in a plane crash, she lives independently, carrying a lasting fear of airplanes. A transfer student to Azabu Jūban Junior High, her tall stature and strong physique initially caused classmates to misperceive her as delinquent, especially when wearing a different uniform due to sizing issues. She nonetheless formed close friendships, including with Usagi Tsukino. As Sailor Jupiter, Guardian of Thunder and Courage, she wields powers tied to electricity and nature. Her primary attacks are Supreme Thunder, summoning lightning via a tiara antenna; Sparkling Wide Pressure, hurling a lightning disc; and plant-based abilities like the petal-immobilizing Flower Hurricane. She possesses exceptional physical strength for hand-to-hand combat, lifting grown men, or halting falling objects. Her uniform evolves, gaining enhancements like the oak-leaf accessories of Super Sailor Jupiter enabling the Jupiter Oak Evolution attack. Her personality combines physical prowess with traditionally feminine interests. She cultivates domestic skills like cooking, gardening, sewing, and crafts, aspiring to open a cake-and-flower shop and marry. This stems from her self-sufficiency and a desire to counter societal perceptions of her height. Romantically, she often references a past unrequited crush ("senpai"), pursuing boys who resemble him, though these interests remain fleeting. Some adaptations depict boy-craziness, while others emphasize her focus on duty. Her character arc includes nuanced developments across media. The manga and Sailor Moon Crystal depict her as compassionate yet vulnerable, reconciling romantic dreams with her Guardian role. They explore her past life as Princess Jupiter of the Silver Millennium, revealing a romantic link to Nephrite. The live-action series alters her backstory, omitting the plane crash but emphasizing anemia-induced isolation and a gradual bond with Motoki Furuhata, culminating in an engagement. The original anime adds martial arts training and greater assertiveness. The short film "Make Up! Sailor Guardians" reinforces her loyalty to Usagi. Her Sailor Guardian identity connects to Jupiter's mythological and astrological themes. In Japanese, the planet Jupiter ("Mokusei") ties her to wood-element symbolism, while Roman mythology influences her lightning attacks. Her civilian name "Makoto" means "sincerity" or "fidelity," reflecting her nature. As coordinator of the Inner Guardians, she balances combat prowess with protective instincts, often shielding allies in battle.