Toge Inumaki belongs to the outlawed Inumaki clan, a lineage inheriting the cursed speech technique and subject to a jujutsu world policy aiming to remove sorcerers from their bloodline over generations. Despite this, individuals like Toge periodically manifest the clan's signature ability. Historically, clan members communicated through their hearts due to their dangerous power. He enrolled at Tokyo Jujutsu High through family lineage as a jujutsu sorcery student. Physically, Toge is a slim young man with light skin and mid-length straight hair—brown in the manga, platinum blonde in the anime. His eyes appear brown in the manga and purple in the anime. The hereditary "Snake and Fangs" seal marks his tongue and both cheeks, symbolizing his cursed speech connection. He consistently wears modified attire, including a high-collared uniform with a zipper covering his mouth to minimize accidental vocal exposure. This precaution extends to training gear, pairing a zipped dark collar with athletic wear. During the Shibuya Incident, Sukuna's domain expansion cost him his left arm. Initial impressions suggest a quiet, aloof, or distant demeanor, which initially intimidated peers like Yuta Okkotsu. Beneath this lies an insightful, caring, and intelligent individual deeply aware of his power's dangers. To prevent accidental harm, he restricts daily communication to onigiri ingredient codewords understood by close friends: "salmon" for affirmation, "fish flakes" for negation, "kelp" as a greeting, "mustard leaf" for concern, and "caviar" as an expletive. This limitation reflects his protective nature and responsibility. He demonstrates bravery and level-headedness in crises, remaining calm against threats like the special-grade curse Hanami. He prioritizes allies' safety over his own well-being, fighting Hanami with a damaged throat to protect Megumi Fushiguro and Noritoshi Kamo. A playful side emerges in antics with Panda and Satoru Gojo, though this occasionally diminishes earnest respect from underclassmen like Megumi. His primary ability is the inherited cursed speech technique, infusing spoken words with cursed energy to compel obedience. Effects range from immobilization ("Don't move") to physical manipulation ("Explode," "Get twisted," "Crumble away"), sleep induction ("Sleep"), or forced retreat ("Run away"). The technique transmits commands through electronic devices like phones or speakers. However, usage inflicts proportional recoil: stronger commands or targeting potent adversaries cause severe throat damage, blood coughing, voice loss, or long-term injury. This necessitates carrying throat medicine and using amplifiers like megaphones to reduce strain. Daily reliance on safe-word ingredients prevents accidental activations. As a sorcerer, Toge progressed from grade 2 in his first year to semi-grade 1 in his second year. He was the only first-year cleared for solo missions early on, with Suguru Geto noting his significant potential. Tactical intelligence shines in battles, leveraging cursed speech's versatility while respecting weaknesses. During the Kyoto Goodwill Event, he immobilized Aoi Todo to aid Megumi and remotely incapacitated Kasumi Miwa via phone. In the Shibuya Incident, he prioritized civilian evacuation and neutralized transfigured humans across Dogenzaka using "Don't move" to control curses and non-sorcerers. His endurance was tested during prolonged fights like the chase against Hanami, where repeated commands damaged his throat to buy allies critical time. Toge shares close bonds with second-year classmates Yuta Okkotsu, Maki Zenin, and Panda. Initial protectiveness toward Yuta stemmed from Rika's perceived threat but evolved into mutual trust after joint missions, solidifying during the Night Parade of a Hundred Demons. He collaborates seamlessly with Maki in combat. His dynamic with Panda includes humorous interactions, though these sometimes undermine authority with underclassmen. Protective instincts extend to first-years like Yuji Itadori, Megumi Fushiguro, and Nobara Kugisaki, leading him to intervene against assassination attempts during the Goodwill Event despite minimal prior acquaintance. Personal details include an October 23, 2001 birthday, making him 17 during the main series. Hobbies involve watching YouTube, particularly mukbang videos. Favorite foods are tuna mayo onigiri and ham-and-cheese bread with Tabasco sauce; he dislikes fish eggs. Morning assemblies are a stress point. Culinary skills make him the best cook among peers. Though initially designed with spiky hair resembling Yuji Itadori, his appearance was revised to a distinct style featuring an exposed forehead. Toge's development shows increased maturity and resilience. From confronting Yuta about Rika in their first year to selflessly shielding underclassmen later, his core protective nature remains consistent while tactical confidence grows. The loss of his arm in Shibuya represents a permanent physical change, yet his participation in battles like the Shinjuku showdown against Sukuna confirms enduring commitment as a sorcerer despite the Inumaki clan's fraught legacy.