Taketora Yamamoto, Nekoma High School's second-year ace wing spiker wearing jersey number 4, stands at 176.7 cm and weighs 69.1 kg. His distinctive appearance features a two-toned mohawk (often dyed blond during high school before reverting to natural dark hair post-graduation), thick eyebrows lending an intimidating air, and cat-like eyes aligning with Nekoma's theme. His lean, muscular build suits his athletic role. Yamamoto exhibits a loud, hotheaded, and emotionally volatile personality, frequently acting without forethought. Fiercely proud of his position as Nekoma's ace, he readily defends his team's reputation, confronting opponents like Nohebi's Suguru Daishō. Despite this tough exterior, he is timid around girls, struggling to speak to them; this is clear in his admiration for Karasuno's manager Kiyoko Shimizu and his failed attempts to recruit a female manager for Nekoma. Academically indifferent, he acknowledges gaps in his spelling despite knowing complex vocabulary. He respects upperclassmen but frequently teases underclassmen and peers. He joined Nekoma's volleyball team in middle school. Initially clashing with setter Kenma Kozume over opposing ideologies, their conflict escalated to a physical altercation halted by teammate Fukunaga. Over time, Yamamoto recognized Kenma's strategic brilliance and quiet determination, fostering mutual respect; he invited Kenma to call him "Tora" as a sign of friendship. He has a younger sister, Akane Yamamoto, who supports Nekoma as a cheerleader. In matches, Yamamoto prioritizes power and tenacity, boasting a jump reach of 322 cm. His attacking style emphasizes forceful cross shots, though he initially struggled with emotional control under pressure, as seen against Nohebi when targeted tactics caused errors. He recalibrates focus during crises, exemplified when teammate Yaku's injury spurred him to rally Nekoma with determined plays. His defensive skills grew significantly, aligning with Nekoma's "grit" philosophy; he believes a true ace must excel in receives and all-around support, stating, "If you can’t defend, you can’t be called an ace!" His athletic attributes are rated: Strength 5, Stamina 4, Technique 3, Spring 3, Speed 2, Intelligence 1. Key developmental moments include bonding with Karasuno's Tanaka over their similar personalities and shared awe of Kiyoko, evolving from rivals to friends. During the Spring High Nationals, he encouraged Kenma's uncharacteristic displays of "guts," later feeling validated when Kenma acknowledged the team's friendship. Post-timeskip, he plays as an outside hitter for the professional Division 1 team VC Kanagawa. Trivia notes his love for yakisoba bread, a February 22 birthday, and a namesake meaning "tiger"—fitting Nekoma's theme. He frequently shouts, "I am Nekoma’s ace!!" to affirm his role.