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What is this character’s greatest flaw?
Koji is incapable of recognizing other people's needs to have secrets. He is fully aware that he has a laundry list of his own and would never tell anyone about them but would be the first to get angry when someone does the same. Noted, they're usually extreme secrets that shouldn't be kept anyway but the fact of the matter is he doesn't have to know everything. But that just pisses him off.
What do you know about this character that s/he would never admit?
While any good parent should accept their child for whatever they are, Koji might have...experience reasons he accepted Miru's coming out rather easily? Something he'd probably have told Nelly about.
What is this character’s greatest asset?Well, when someone does confess to Koji that they were wronged, he probably has the best network in history on bringing about the justice. Lately, in stories past Yuki, he has become quite level-headed (aside from son-in-law bashing) and is one of the first people to comfort someone. In the past, he wasn't as compassionate or just too temperamental.
If this character could choose a different identity, who would s/he be?
I don't know if Koji would choose another 'identity', exactly. I think any time he wishes for something different in his life, he just wishes he could start over his own under another set of circumstances.
What music does this character sing to when no one else is around?
In a chapter of Step Towards the Future, Koji was listening to Maroon 5's "She Will Be Loved" which is probably about the most embarrassing thing he'd listen to. Honestly I can't imagine him singing it but that's about all, everything else is pretty hard metal and rap...
In what or whom does this character have the greatest faith?
Koji adores his wife but has expressed on several occasions that he's not sure how much faith he has in things she says after the Keiji Incident (Step Towards the Future) and, more recently, the Rosa Disaster (Yume). Thus I'd have to say most likely Nelly. Nelly is the first to go with Koji on a wild excursion and the one that offers the best advice. Nelly, under almost every circumstance, is Koji's closest confidant.
What is this character’s favorite movie?
Fearless starring Jet Li.
Does this character have a favorite article of clothing? Favorite shoes?In most every scene Koji appears when it's cold, he's wearing a black trench coat. I'd say that's probably his favorite and not because he appears menacing but it's probably something Popuri went out and bought for him to keep warm.
Does this character have a vice? Name it.Oh God, does he. Koji's the only character that consistently smokes within the series. While he has quit from time to time, he usually isn't above picking it back up. He doesn't seem very reliant on them as a stress reliever or anything, he just does it for some reason. His brand is Blacks, a cigarette packed with cloves, usually the menthol flavor. Aside from the smoking, Koji is an insane drinker. Under normal realistic circumstances he'd probably have liver diseases or, really, be dead. However, in Harvest Moon terms, he has grown an insane tolerance and is often quoted as walking around idly drinking a bottle of Everclear in his youth. Not the 151 proof either but the full 190.
Name this character’s favorite person (living or dead).His favorite person? Probably Popuri. Ever described as 'perfect', the two do overcome difficulties rather easily and though Popuri will scold endlessly for all Koji's nonsense, he probably does recognize that for the most part she lets him get away with it. They both understand each other pretty well, something Koji most likely marvels at since he's only had that sort of relationship with Nelly. Celebrity? He's expressed interest in Jenna Jameson, the porn star.
What is this character’s secret wish?That things just remain peaceful within his family just for a little while. But as his creator, I definitely know better. More tangibly, he wants all his relatives to live successfully and aids them in whatever way he can.
What is this character’s proudest achievement?I suppose his kids. While snips and pieces of Koji's adolescence are given, he probably never imagined he'd have four children nor wanted such a thing. But he takes great pride in them.
Describe this character’s most embarrassing moment.Upon describing his first encounter with Julia, which was just plain irresponsible, it was probably one of the first time in the series where he blushed in embarrassment. Nelly's going to tell one of his secrets already mentioned in this questionnaire to the whole family which will take the cake, however.
What is this character’s deepest regret?Koji regrets a lot, it seems, but his deepest one is not trying to understand Kaede defending Steiner. If he hadn't jumped to judging immediately he feels like he could have saved her and her unborn child from going through all that pain. His lighter regret is his promiscuity in his youth which he realizes was just something to do and not for any particular other reason.
What is this character’s greatest fear?Koji is petrified that something may happen to his family. There have been too many circumstances where someone he loves was close to dying and he can't stand not being able to do anything.
Describe this character’s most devastating moment.To date, finding out about what happened to Rosa through Chihaya. He can't believe that someone did that to his baby and was ultimately cleared of wrongdoing just because of his own power within the community. That, and that Rosa didn't tell him just made it hurt. While this does remain the most poignant devastating moments, Koji is going to be faced with an extremely close second.
Does this character have an obsession? Name it.
Koji is obsessed with sex, pretty much. Maybe obsessed is the wrong word but him and Popuri probably have the healthiest sex life within the series, even amongst the younger characters. If Koji had a secret obsession, I imagine it'd be something from his childhood that he hides from everyone like collecting Pokemon cards or playing a Gameboy in secret.
What is this character’s greatest disappointment?
That his family apparently thinks he's not stable enough to actually be a confidant. No matter how much he proves he's capable something always pops up and he hates it.
What is this character’s worst nightmare?Aside from things happening to his family, probably the appearance of a love child. Koji's perfectly aware he had sex without protection with a ton of women back in the day so he's probably horrified that he's potentially fathered another child somewhere. And not for the 'usual' reasons but the fact that he has missed out entirely on that child's life and feels it'd be entirely his fault.
Whom does this character most wish to please? Why?Koji's main problem is he wishes to please everyone. Why? Even Koji's a little naive and believes that if everyone is happy then there would be no issues. Alas, he does recognize that this is highly improbable. Out of any character he wishes to keep happy the most, however, is his wife. He doesn't seem very happy when Popuri is mad with him.
Describe this character’s mother.Yagami Dana is the matriarch of the family, timeless and kind of saucy. Koji is surprisingly pretty snarky with her but that's only because he knows he'll get a rise out of her. He prefers her nagging him to babying him which she is prompt to do when the situation arises. Although their relationship is built up in this manner, Koji thinks the world of his mother and is probably the second person behind Popuri that he'd desire to keep happy. Dana, though a little critical of him, probably would say if forced that he's her 'favorite'.
Describe this character’s father.
Yagami Yamada is the silent and intelligent patriarch of the family. Koji isn't really seen talking much to his father aside from a few miscellaneous remarks here and there. Yamada worked quite often in the hospital as a doctor and surgeon so none of the Yagami kids saw him very often. Specifically to Koji he seems like a mystery. He's aware they had a lot in common in both of their youths but he's not sure how to place that with the man he knows now. Ironically if Koji needed any aid that his father probably exceeded in, he'd probably wait until the last possible moment before he directly called him for help.
If s/he had to choose, with whom would this character prefer to live?Koji is quite content to live alone with his wife. He seems to enjoy his children and grandchildren coming to stay with him from time to time but he's probably the last to have empty-nest syndrome. He might like Nelly to come live with him but that wouldn't last very long.
Where does this character fall in birth order? What effect does this have?Koji is the second oldest, younger than Shin by one to two years, older than Nelly by about four to five minutes. As far as hierarchy, if Koji's in trouble, Shin will bail him out but it seems anyone below him that meets the same fate is his duty. However, he takes this duty on by himself most of the time, it's not expected of him. He enjoys being the protective "nii-chan" a bit too much, alas.
Describe this character’s siblings or other close relatives.Shin and Koji have a close relationship despite the distance of the former from him. Koji knows well that if he ever requires Shin's assistance, he will do everything in his power to help him. Koji and Nelly are a pair, you usually can't have one without the other. Nelly is admittedly the clingy one in the pairing while Koji does aim for independence. Sometimes they seem a little 'incestuous', Nelly provoked to kiss Koji when drunk and the two's inability to sleep in the same bed without snuggling up, but it's something only they understand without warping it though Koji is easily disgruntled by the acts. Their running joke is 'who's the hot twin?' despite being completely identical in appearance. Koji and Tony are very rarely seen together. Koji seems to consider his younger brother a 'whore' and kind of dumb for getting caught up in his 'whoredom'. But like most of his sibling relationships, they get along well when together. Jill, as the only daughter and sister, is faced with Koji's (and all the brother's aside from Shaun) severe protectiveness. Koji admitted that he allowed his sister to believe men weren't interested in her when the fact was him and Nelly just beat up and threatened the many that had taken interest in her. While Koji allows her space to grow, he would be the first to come back and become overly protective given the opportunity. Since she got married, Koji has extremely calmed this down (probably because he redirected it to his daughters). However, he still gags and heckles her when she kisses Cliff in his presence or threatens the guy if they get too flirty. As with Tony, Shaun and Koji aren't together very often but they still get along.
Describe this character’s bedroom. Include three cherished items.I always envisioned his bedroom as dark for whatever reason with a big window. Koji and Popuri sleep in a four-post canopy style bed. Usually I imagine them having red sheets. The room's the biggest one in the house, completely fixed up with a huge armoire and a television and mostly unused desk. Koji wears most of his cherished items with the half heart necklace and his wedding ring. He's kind of a minimalist so I can't really fathom a third.
What is this character’s birth date? How does this character manifest traits of his/her astrological sign?
Ha, Koji's probably a cusp between a Virgo and Libra (like myself! So date? September 23, 1982?). I would say he takes more from the zany Libra with his personality but also as a Virgo is quiet and kind of meticulous?
If this character had to live in seclusion for six months, what six items would s/he bring?I doubt Koji could do it. He makes fun of Nelly for being so unable to be alone but after living his current life, Koji could probably only manage about two weeks before losing it. If he could bring ANYTHING, it'd be his family! But then, perhaps he could live with a few video games, some books, his laptop, his cell phone, a music player...and maybe something sexy.
Why is this character angry?People distrusting him, taking advantage of his family, taking advantage of HIM, being treated like a child, and sometimes his own body being weak occasionally as a result of his immune deficiency.
What calms this character?Popuri or Nelly.
Describe a recurring dream or nightmare this character might have.Koji probably dreams often of things that have occurred in life under 'what if' scenarios. What if he hadn't come back and spoke to Popuri? Or what if he hadn't graduated? These are kind of nightmares, I suppose, because he likes his life.
What wakes this character in the middle of the night?He doesn't know yet. He has sensational memories but he doesn't know what they're from but they leave him rather shaken. Usually he doesn't tell Popuri about them and pretends he has to go work instead of going back to sleep and risking dealing with it happening again.
How would a stranger describe this character?People that aren't acquainted well with Koji yet would call him 'tsundere' or cold and menacing. Chihaya even notes that Koji's kind of mysteriousness makes him seem like a gangster. As with Chihaya, he finds that though Koji is kind of snippy and biting with him the man still helps him regardless.
What does this character resolve to do differently every morning?I can't imagine Koji thinking that deeply. Not to say he's dense but he probably just wakes up, happy to start the day in whatever way he can. If he vows anything, it's probably to help anyone he can if the opportunity arises.
Who depends on this character? Why?
I don't think any character is critically depended on Koji but him and Popuri have a united emotional dependence with each other. Same with Nelly.
If this character knew s/he had exactly one month to live, what would s/he do?With Koji, he'd probably not sleep, spending his days or nights with the ones he loved and spending his free time trying to fight it. He has so many grandchildren and family members he wants to watch over and observe grow so he'd not take whatever has him dying lying down.
How would a dear friend or relative describe this character?A family member may describe Koji as kind of trippy and hard to get to know. But they'd assure you that once you get underneath that odd shell of his, he will be one of the most caring characters. When you really get to know him, he'll be a really fun loving guy. He'll still be mysterious no matter how long you know him but you'll just want to keep getting more and more of his story.
What is this character’s most noticeable physical attribute?Koji is described my multiple characters as just being overall sexy. However, he doesn't have any notable features being a dark-eyed brunette but I suppose the way his face is supposed to be composed would be his best attribute as well as his body...
What is this character hiding from him/herself?
*See first answer
Write one additional thing about your character.
As teenagers, Koji and Nelly used to dance quite a bit.
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