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Azu Niisato is a fifteen-year-old high school student and one of the main characters in her story. Her representative color is purple, and she has a height of 152.5 centimeters with a birthday on September 15. Her appearance as she typically presents herself is slender and fashionable, achieved through magical means, but her true physical form is different from this public image. While working at the flower shop, she uses magic to maintain a thin and glamorous silhouette, wearing a purple and black short kimono with a red ribbon and a white hat, paired with a white shirt and purple kimono shoes. Outside of this enchanted environment, her body reverts to its original state, which is a source of personal anxiety for her.
Azu has a strong passion for fashion and cosmetics, constantly tracking the latest trends and gathering information on social media. She has very distinct likes and dislikes, openly expressing her preferences and aversions without hesitation. This directness often manifests as a sharp tongue, and she can come across as foul-mouthed, difficult, or even selfish to those who do not know her well. Her favorite food is cream puffs, while she has a strong distaste for sweet red bean paste. Beyond her interest in beauty products, her hobby is searching for affordable and effective alternatives to expensive department store cosmetics.
The primary motivation driving Azu is the desire to complete her witch training and make her greatest wish come true. This wish is to use magic to permanently maintain her idealized thin figure, even in the real world where her magic normally does not work. She approaches her training with more enthusiasm and determination than anyone else in her group, as finishing quickly is the key to achieving her personal goal. However, maintaining the illusion of her slender appearance takes a constant toll on her energy, making her more susceptible to exhaustion than her fellow witches.
In the story, Azu initially struggles with cooperation and integration into the group of witches. She is particularly hostile and distant towards Yuina Akagi, whose natural and honest personality seems to irritate her. This conflict stems from her own deep-seated insecurities, as she tends to reject people who remind her of herself or her own vulnerabilities. To protect her secret and avoid exposing her true appearance, she also refuses to participate in real-world activities like distributing flyers, preferring to stay within the safety of the shop.
Key relationships are central to Azu's development. Her early dynamic with Yuina is marked by sharp criticism and a lack of cooperation, as she finds Yuina's sincerity grating. A significant turning point occurs when she encounters a plus-sized celebrity customer. After initially insulting the woman, Azu witnesses her determination and effort, which leads her to sincerely apologize and begin a process of self-reflection. This event softens her attitude, and though she retains her mordant wit, she becomes more open, friendly, and willing to participate in the group's activities.
Azu's development is a gradual and realistic journey toward self-acceptance. The central conflict of her character comes to a head when an antagonist's actions cause her magic to break down, revealing her true physical form to all of her companions. This exposure fills her with shame and despair, but the encouraging words and acceptance from Yuina give her the courage to finally show herself honestly to the others. In a moment of crisis just before their memories are erased, Azu is able to be completely sincere about her feelings, marking the completion of her emotional growth. Her magical ability specifically involves altering her physical appearance, a spell that requires significant effort and concentration, leaving her more tired than her peers after use.
Azu has a strong passion for fashion and cosmetics, constantly tracking the latest trends and gathering information on social media. She has very distinct likes and dislikes, openly expressing her preferences and aversions without hesitation. This directness often manifests as a sharp tongue, and she can come across as foul-mouthed, difficult, or even selfish to those who do not know her well. Her favorite food is cream puffs, while she has a strong distaste for sweet red bean paste. Beyond her interest in beauty products, her hobby is searching for affordable and effective alternatives to expensive department store cosmetics.
The primary motivation driving Azu is the desire to complete her witch training and make her greatest wish come true. This wish is to use magic to permanently maintain her idealized thin figure, even in the real world where her magic normally does not work. She approaches her training with more enthusiasm and determination than anyone else in her group, as finishing quickly is the key to achieving her personal goal. However, maintaining the illusion of her slender appearance takes a constant toll on her energy, making her more susceptible to exhaustion than her fellow witches.
In the story, Azu initially struggles with cooperation and integration into the group of witches. She is particularly hostile and distant towards Yuina Akagi, whose natural and honest personality seems to irritate her. This conflict stems from her own deep-seated insecurities, as she tends to reject people who remind her of herself or her own vulnerabilities. To protect her secret and avoid exposing her true appearance, she also refuses to participate in real-world activities like distributing flyers, preferring to stay within the safety of the shop.
Key relationships are central to Azu's development. Her early dynamic with Yuina is marked by sharp criticism and a lack of cooperation, as she finds Yuina's sincerity grating. A significant turning point occurs when she encounters a plus-sized celebrity customer. After initially insulting the woman, Azu witnesses her determination and effort, which leads her to sincerely apologize and begin a process of self-reflection. This event softens her attitude, and though she retains her mordant wit, she becomes more open, friendly, and willing to participate in the group's activities.
Azu's development is a gradual and realistic journey toward self-acceptance. The central conflict of her character comes to a head when an antagonist's actions cause her magic to break down, revealing her true physical form to all of her companions. This exposure fills her with shame and despair, but the encouraging words and acceptance from Yuina give her the courage to finally show herself honestly to the others. In a moment of crisis just before their memories are erased, Azu is able to be completely sincere about her feelings, marking the completion of her emotional growth. Her magical ability specifically involves altering her physical appearance, a spell that requires significant effort and concentration, leaving her more tired than her peers after use.