Minami Hokutozai was a prominent reporter before the global petrification event, renowned for her extensive network and ability to uncover detailed information without relying on her appearance. She took pride in her profession and owned a cherished camera. Caught in a crowded city attempting to photograph the mysterious light during the petrification, she was turned to stone before capturing the image, her camera lost over time. She is a moderately tall young woman with long, wavy blonde hair reaching her hips and large brown eyes. Her attire includes a distinctive burgundy shoulderless dress with thigh splits, a tan ribbon tied below her chest, and a grey headband featuring hollow cone-shaped ends used to conceal small items. She typically remains barefoot despite access to new clothing. Initially aligned with Tsukasa Shishio's philosophy of reviving only pure-hearted youth to prevent societal corruption, Minami served as his talent scout. She selected individuals like Ukyo Saionji and Yo Uei for revival based on her pre-petrification research, openly admiring Tsukasa's convictions and sharing his disdain for exploitative hierarchies. Her perspective shifted after joining Senku Ishigami's Kingdom of Science. Though initially resistant to reviving the wealthy Ryusui Nanami due to his lavish lifestyle, she acknowledged her misjudgment after observing his leadership and noble intentions. Minami possesses acute observational skills, including long-distance eyesight and fluency in Japanese and English. Her reporting background granted expertise in research, photography, and interpersonal assessment, which she utilized to document the Kingdom of Science's progress. She exchanged her last revival fluid for a replica camera, emotionally overwhelmed by Senku's recreation of her lost tool. She organized group photos to commemorate milestones like the Perseus voyage, often moved to tears during significant moments. During the American expedition, she acted as a negotiator between the Kingdom of Science and Brody Dudley, leveraging her language skills to facilitate the Corn City alliance after Nikki Hanada intervened. She later assisted in examining the petrification device, seeking a skilled watchmaker for its analysis. Her reporting instincts persisted; she eagerly documented events like Senku and Ryusui's strategic poker game and expressed curiosity about interpersonal relationships within the group.