Danganronpa 2

You and your classmates suddenly find yourselves locked in the classroom, and a pink rabbit named Usami appears before them, claiming to be their teacher. The classroom around them soon vanishes, revealing a paradise island. Usami tells them they are on a school trip and that they must befriend one another to gather fragments of hope and strengthen their resolve.

Just as they are settling into peaceful island life, Monokuma appears and takes over the island, declaring that the students must participate in a life of mutual murder if they wish to escape.

Peko Pekoyama, Mikan Tsumiki, Ibuki Mioda, Hiyoko Saionji, Mahiru Koizumi, Chiaki Nanami, Teruteru Hanamura, Byakuya Togami ( Ultimate Imposter )

Nekomaru is energetic, boisterous and passionate. Even under the pressure of a deadly game, he maintains a positive attitude, which at first makes him seem somewhat intimidating and frightening. Not to mention his immense willpower and his habit of shouting frequently during conversations—a trait he has picked up from his profession—which can be overwhelming to those around him, even if he himself is unaware of it. Unless provoked, or when circumstances demand it, Nekomaru seems harmless and kind, despite his rough appearance. He is a terrible liar and always apologises when he makes a mistake. He always puts the welfare of others above his own, especially his friends or fellow athletes, and looks after their interests; when it comes to ensuring everyone’s safety, his way of showing care may not always be the best and may even put them in danger, but his intentions are always pure.

Sonya is refined, well-mannered and speaks to everyone in a very formal manner. Despite her constant friendliness, Sonya’s commands naturally command everyone’s attention thanks to her assertiveness, beauty and grace. It is said that when she gives an order, people instinctively feel compelled to bow and obey. Although she claims to regard her status as merely that of a figurehead, Sonya takes her duties as ruler very seriously and reflects this in her composed demeanour, stating that she is accustomed to suppressing her own fears. She admires people with obvious leadership qualities and does not mind following their orders; she can also be quite fearless and resolute, firmly stating that she has no intention of killing anyone and will not allow herself to be killed easily. Sonya is empathetic, readily showing compassion towards others, such as her classmates who have committed murders, mourning the death of their avatar despite their actions.

a carefree character whom Hajime aptly described as ‘a self-assured, carefree lad who sometimes gets a bit carried away’. He is one of the most enthusiastic pupils to arrive on Jabberwock Island, so delighted that he is prepared to turn a blind eye to the strange situation in which they find themselves. He has a tendency to brag and be self-centred; he can be rather clingy and capricious, almost threatening Hajime with further provocation if he refuses to accompany him. Sometimes he acts out of compassion, though this is often accompanied by childish and superficial ulterior motives. For example, he assembles a monitor so that his classmates can use it for games, and at the same time to show off. Despite his intimidating appearance and carefree attitude, Kazuichi is a coward at heart; he is nervous, easily frightened, pessimistic and loves to complain about every little thing; he is a poor liar. Another memorable trait of Kazuichi is his perverted attitude towards girls, which he vehemently denies, though his behaviour proves otherwise. He has dirty thoughts and often blurts them out loud, frequently without meaning to. When he does this, he either immediately regrets it or tries to shift the blame, usually onto Hajime.

At first, Fuyuhiko is incredibly withdrawn, always in a bad mood and rude to the other students. He insists he has no intention of pretending to be friends with anyone, considering it a waste of his time and beneath him. When Fuyuhiko interacts with others, whether he wants to or not, his behaviour becomes combative and irritable. He loses his temper easily and often resorts to threats or insults against those who disagree with his actions or complain about them. He also has no qualms about threatening to kill anyone who annoys him. He frequently emphasises his past in the yakuza to reinforce his image as a loner.

At first glance, Nagito comes across as a polite, friendly, calm and easy-going person. He constantly reassures Hajime—who is naturally prone to panic and extremely sceptical—telling him not to worry about their situation. He seems unusually carefree, which made Hajime wonder whether he had suffered some kind of trauma in his life. He holds his classmates’ talents in high regard and cares for them just as he did during his school days, and he has researched how each of them acquired their Absolute Talents. He is also attentive, understanding and very patient when dealing with his colourful classmates. Thanks to his perceptiveness, Nagito often takes on the role of mediator in group conflicts. Contrary to his claim that he is a pessimist, Nagito tries to be a model of optimism, often urging others to be hopeful and to work together. However, his words of encouragement, particularly when he digresses on the subject of hope, are not taken seriously

An eccentric and extravagant character suffering from delusions of grandeur caused by Chūnibyo syndrome. As the ‘descendant of an angel and evil’, he proclaims himself to be the embodiment of evil, the one who rules over evil, and, consequently, a being superior to humanity. To further emphasise his villainous image, he adopts grandiose titles such as Supreme Lord of Ice and Tanaka the Forbidden. He also refers to his pets as his loyal subordinates under the authority of the Tanaka Empire and takes offence when others call his Four Dark Maidens of Destruction ‘hamsters’, Gundham speaks in an exaggerated, theatrical manner reminiscent of a cartoon supervillain, using a pompous, old-fashioned, esoteric vocabulary that allows him to embellish mundane interactions. His speech, replete with poetic, enigmatic and metaphorical language and terminology, often irritates and confuses those around him, particularly those unaccustomed to interacting with him, ultimately causing Gundham to alienate them. He regards ‘ordinary people’ as inferior beings incapable of grasping the full extent of ‘his power’, referring to them as ‘mere humans’, ‘fools’ and ‘monsters’, among other derogatory terms. He behaves in a self-centred and aloof manner, distancing himself from others to focus on caring for himself and the Four Dark Maidens. Although Gundham appears proud and avoids interacting with mere mortals, he seems lonely. This loneliness and his inability to express his true desires and needs without resorting to the overly dramatic jargon of an ‘evil lord’ may be a consequence of Gundham’s extreme social awkwardness. His social awkwardness may give the impression that he is inattentive. Behind Gundham’s stern façade lies a softer and more sensitive side.

One of Hajime’s greatest strengths, which he often overlooks, is his ability to put others at ease and encourage them to speak openly about their problems. He possesses such a warm and approachable demeanour thanks to his desire to better understand his classmates and build rapport with them, mainly during his free time on the island. Hajime is attentive and tactful towards people, patiently waiting for them to ‘open up’, and quite empathetic.

Akane has a fiery personality, characterized by her love for fighting using only her fists and body. She is always eager to challenge strong opponents, feeling excited and motivated by the prospect of countless powerful people she has yet to fight. Akane's default instinct in solving problems is by punching things—even people. This is exemplified during the party at the old building when the impatient Akane asked the Imposter who she needed to beat up so they could get the party started. Whenever she gets bored, she asks someone for a fight, something she considers normal. While Akane also enjoys athletic activities such as climbing, parkouring, and running, she can be very lazy and unmotivated if she isn't allowed to do things her own way. She dislikes planning, training, and routines, but has a talent for inventing her own moves, and can be very moody. Akane appears somewhat carefree, aloof, easygoing, and full of energy, Akane is also impulsive, stubborn, and hot-headed, often acting without a care for the consequences, and frequently gets into trouble. Many of these reckless actions are more often than not well-intentioned as Akane is very loyal and protective towards her friends, often showing this by acting as the group's muscle. Once she sets her mind on a certain goal, it is difficult for others to convince her otherwise. Another defining trait Akane has is her bottomless love for food. Living in a constant "if you don't eat, you die" situation, she comes to value food above all else.