Rindō Kobayashi is a 90th Generation alumna of Tōtsuki Culinary Academy and the charismatic former Second Seat of the Elite Ten Council. Known for her wild and adventurous spirit, Rindō’s cooking style defies convention, utilizing exotic ingredients to create dishes that are both shocking and delectable. Despite briefly aligning with Central’s authoritarian regime under Azami Nakiri, her free-spirited personality and love for culinary exploration set her apart from their rigid ideals.

Her role in the series is both as an antagonist and a comic relief character, making her a fan favorite for her teasing charm and unrelenting passion for food.

Personality & Appearance

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Rindō’s striking features are matched by her feline-like demeanor. Her scarlet-red, waist-length hair and piercing yellow eyes with slitted pupils give her a predatory allure. She stands tall at 171 cm, making her the tallest female member of the Elite Ten. Rindō’s playful personality is often reflected in her casual, slightly mischievous smile and her preference for wearing a sweater under her Tōtsuki uniform, adding a personal twist to her otherwise standard attire.

Rindō is the embodiment of whimsy and chaos. She thrives on fun and spontaneity, often shirking responsibilities for personal enjoyment, whether it’s sampling every dish at a festival or teasing her peers. Despite her carefree exterior, Rindō is an unparalleled chef with a penchant for experimentation and an insatiable curiosity for rare ingredients.

Powers & Abilities

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Rindō’s culinary talents are as unorthodox as her personality, emphasizing her love for the wild and unusual.

• Exotic Ingredient Specialist:
  Rindō has traveled the globe to source rare ingredients, from Amazonian arapaima to live alligators. Her ability to tame and incorporate such elements into her cooking is unrivaled.
  
  
• Knife Mastery:
  A virtuoso with knives, Rindō can process exotic meats with unmatched precision. Her skills were showcased when she expertly prepared an alligator for a dish, leaving even her peers in awe.
  
  
• International Cuisine Expertise:
  From Szechuan delicacies to Peruvian classics, Rindō seamlessly blends global culinary traditions with her rare ingredients to craft unforgettable dishes.
  
  
• Ecological Knowledge:
  With extensive knowledge of flora and fauna, Rindō can identify and utilize edible elements from the most remote environments.

Trivia

• Rindō is resistant to extreme heat and enjoys bathing in boiling water.
• She once sampled food from all 120 booths during the Moon Banquet Festival in just five days.
• Despite her playful antics, Rindō was the only member of Central who didn’t fully embrace their ideals, prioritizing taste and creativity over rigid classifications.
• She has a massive knife collection, symbolizing her mastery over the culinary arts.
• Rindō often demands Etsuya Eizan to address her as "senpai" or face her wrath.