TV-Series
Description
Akihiko Beppu is a second-year exchange student at Binan High School and the older twin brother of Haruhiko Beppu. He possesses ice-blue hair swept to the left and distinctive fuchsia pink eyes. His attire typically includes a formal white shirt with ruffled sleeves, a grey blazer, and a light golden scarf tied in a bow, featuring a moon-symbol jewel. His thinner eyebrows and more refined fashion sense create a subtle contrast with his brother. Akihiko maintains a polite and elegant demeanor, frequently using respectful language, though his remarks reveal harsh or cunning undertones. He displays emotional vulnerability, particularly when distressed, and manages stress through calligraphy and playing the flute. He dislikes green peppers but enjoys rice balls, a preference rooted in a positive childhood food memory.
Akihiko and Haruhiko hail from the Andromeda Galaxy, relocated due to their father's job transfer. As youths, they were saved from a monster attack by Gora Hakone (then Maximum Gorar), a Battle Lover. This encounter ignited their intense admiration for Gora, bordering on romantic obsession. Their peers ostracized them for supporting an Earthling hero—portrayed as a villain in discriminatory alien media—leading to deep isolation. After Gora's show cancellation, their loneliness worsened, exacerbated by their father refusing to return to Earth. The twins were later recruited by the alien Dadacha, who promised fame as "Galaxy Idol The VEPPer" would attract Gora's attention. Despite disdain for idol work, they accepted, viewing it as a path to reconnect with their savior.
As part of VEPPer, Akihiko transforms into "Melty Luna," partnering with Haruhiko's "Salty Sol." Their joint transformation sequence involves singing "☆Star☆The☆VEPPer☆," positioning Akihiko near his brother's lap and highlighting their height difference. His Melty Luna persona wields a moon-symbol staff that doubles as a calligraphy brush, channeling ice and lunar-based powers. The twins create "Loveless" monsters by launching Dadacha at victims, aiming to provoke the Earth Defense Club—especially Yumoto Hakone, Gora's brother, whom they resent for monopolizing Gora's attention. Their tactics include spiking chocolates to intoxicate the Defense Club and kidnapping Gora, confining him in a glass coffin-like box while debating how to keep him close. Akihiko suggested forming a new idol unit called "Go Lucky" with Gora, reflecting his organized approach to idol activities, dismissing Haruhiko's ideas as unoriginal.
Calligraphy serves as a recurring motif for Akihiko in Season 2; each episode features him writing a word thematically linked to the plot: "Persistence," "Curse," "Monster," "Collateral," "Jealousy," "Admiration," "Confession," "Anger," "Foolishness," and "Curtain Call." His fixation on Gora drives interpersonal conflicts; he crushed a bathhouse discount coupon from Yumoto and consistently rejected the Defense Club's overtures. However, after Gora finally recognized and acknowledged them during their final confrontation, Akihiko's hostility diminished. He and Haruhiko began treating fans more respectfully, transitioning from derogatory terms like "Beppu Apes" to accepting the nickname as a symbol of genuine fandom. In later appearances, including the OVA, VEPPer continued performing alongside Dadacha, indicating a shift toward legitimate idol work.
Akihiko's name (月彦) incorporates the kanji for "moon" (月) and "boy/prince" (彦), aligning with his celestial motif and Melty Luna identity. His relationship with Haruhiko is deeply symbiotic; they address each other as "Aki" and "Haru," collaborate on all activities, and share private jokes about sadomasochistic fantasies involving Gora. Despite occasional arguments—like disputes over Gora's attention—they maintain a united front, publicly presenting themselves as "perfect twins." Akihiko's subtle dominance surfaces in decision-making, such as declining Yumoto's food offers or directing idol strategies, though he relies on Haruhiko for emotional support during jealousy or frustration.
Akihiko and Haruhiko hail from the Andromeda Galaxy, relocated due to their father's job transfer. As youths, they were saved from a monster attack by Gora Hakone (then Maximum Gorar), a Battle Lover. This encounter ignited their intense admiration for Gora, bordering on romantic obsession. Their peers ostracized them for supporting an Earthling hero—portrayed as a villain in discriminatory alien media—leading to deep isolation. After Gora's show cancellation, their loneliness worsened, exacerbated by their father refusing to return to Earth. The twins were later recruited by the alien Dadacha, who promised fame as "Galaxy Idol The VEPPer" would attract Gora's attention. Despite disdain for idol work, they accepted, viewing it as a path to reconnect with their savior.
As part of VEPPer, Akihiko transforms into "Melty Luna," partnering with Haruhiko's "Salty Sol." Their joint transformation sequence involves singing "☆Star☆The☆VEPPer☆," positioning Akihiko near his brother's lap and highlighting their height difference. His Melty Luna persona wields a moon-symbol staff that doubles as a calligraphy brush, channeling ice and lunar-based powers. The twins create "Loveless" monsters by launching Dadacha at victims, aiming to provoke the Earth Defense Club—especially Yumoto Hakone, Gora's brother, whom they resent for monopolizing Gora's attention. Their tactics include spiking chocolates to intoxicate the Defense Club and kidnapping Gora, confining him in a glass coffin-like box while debating how to keep him close. Akihiko suggested forming a new idol unit called "Go Lucky" with Gora, reflecting his organized approach to idol activities, dismissing Haruhiko's ideas as unoriginal.
Calligraphy serves as a recurring motif for Akihiko in Season 2; each episode features him writing a word thematically linked to the plot: "Persistence," "Curse," "Monster," "Collateral," "Jealousy," "Admiration," "Confession," "Anger," "Foolishness," and "Curtain Call." His fixation on Gora drives interpersonal conflicts; he crushed a bathhouse discount coupon from Yumoto and consistently rejected the Defense Club's overtures. However, after Gora finally recognized and acknowledged them during their final confrontation, Akihiko's hostility diminished. He and Haruhiko began treating fans more respectfully, transitioning from derogatory terms like "Beppu Apes" to accepting the nickname as a symbol of genuine fandom. In later appearances, including the OVA, VEPPer continued performing alongside Dadacha, indicating a shift toward legitimate idol work.
Akihiko's name (月彦) incorporates the kanji for "moon" (月) and "boy/prince" (彦), aligning with his celestial motif and Melty Luna identity. His relationship with Haruhiko is deeply symbiotic; they address each other as "Aki" and "Haru," collaborate on all activities, and share private jokes about sadomasochistic fantasies involving Gora. Despite occasional arguments—like disputes over Gora's attention—they maintain a united front, publicly presenting themselves as "perfect twins." Akihiko's subtle dominance surfaces in decision-making, such as declining Yumoto's food offers or directing idol strategies, though he relies on Haruhiko for emotional support during jealousy or frustration.