TV-Series
Description
Ayumi Takahara is a student at Maijima Private High School and a classmate of Keima Katsuragi. She initially serves as the first capture target, hosting a loose spirit requiring Keima's intervention. Later, she is revealed to host the goddess Mercurius, one of the Jupiter Sisters destined to seal the Weiss spirits threatening the human world and New Hell. Her name, meaning "Walking Beauty," reflects her passion for running and athletic prowess.

Characterized by athleticism and a cheerful demeanor, Ayumi is the track and field team's star runner. Her exceptional speed earns her the nickname "Mai High's Unguided Missile," though her reckless running style often leads to collisions. Tying her hair into a side ponytail signals her readiness for serious running. Academically, she once excelled but now struggles due to prioritizing athletics over studies. Her physical stats are height: 158 cm, weight: 50 kg, measurements: B84-W60-H85.

Her initial arc involves succumbing to peer pressure from senior track team members, leading to a feigned ankle injury to avoid competition. Keima helps her confront her lack of confidence, enabling authentic competition. After her conquest, her memories of Keima are erased, though subconscious feelings persist, causing confusion and occasional violent jealousy when he interacts with other girls.

During the Goddesses Arc, Ayumi plays a pivotal role. Unaware she hosts Mercurius, she selflessly steps aside romantically to support her childhood friend Chihiro's bond with Keima, even aiding his pursuit. This loyalty complicates Keima's mission when Mercurius is later confirmed within her. Her reconquest involves intense emotional turmoil, culminating in her witnessing Keima harshly reject Chihiro. Enraged, she confronts him, leading to a physical altercation and her eventual reconquest, which reactivates Mercurius.

Beyond athletics, Ayumi joins Chihiro's band, the 2-B Pencils, as a guitarist, reinforcing their longstanding friendship. Post-reconquest, she processes lingering emotions through actions like a shower scene contemplation. In the finale, she accepts Keima's choice of Chihiro, opting to support their relationship despite unresolved feelings.

Her personality includes moments of embarrassment when teased about popularity or forced into a French maid outfit for a beauty contest. She dislikes warming up, muscle training, and spicy food, and pragmatically cites her growing bust size as a hindrance to running.