Hitagi Senjougahara is a third-year student at Naoetsu Private High School, renowned for her distant demeanor and frail appearance. Her life takes a dramatic turn when she encounters Koyomi Araragi, who discovers her secret: she has been rendered nearly weightless due to an encounter with a mysterious crab-like aberration. This revelation leads to a transformative journey, both in her personal life and in her relationships.

Personality & Appearance

Credits: Shaft Animation Studio

Hitagi is a striking young woman with long purple hair and piercing blue eyes. She is often seen wearing her school uniform, which she occasionally modifies by rolling up the sleeves, giving her a distinctive appearance. Initially, Hitagi presents a cold and aloof exterior, often employing sharp and sarcastic language to keep others at a distance. However, as she grows closer to Koyomi, she reveals a more vulnerable and affectionate side, showcasing her complexity and depth.

Skills and Abilities

Credits: Shaft Animation Studio

• Resourcefulness: Hitagi is known for concealing various stationery items, such as staplers and box cutters, which she uses as improvised weapons when necessary.

• Intellect: She is highly intelligent and perceptive, often engaging in witty and complex conversations, reflecting her sharp mind.

• Resilience: Despite her traumatic experiences, Hitagi demonstrates remarkable emotional strength and resilience, confronting her past and embracing personal growth.

Trivia

• Hitagi's first name contains the kanji for "ice" (氷), symbolizing her initially cold demeanor.

• Her signature weapon, a stapler, is designed to resemble a crab's claw, alluding to her encounter with the Weight Crab aberration.

• She refers to herself as a tsundere, though her behavior also exhibits yandere tendencies, adding complexity to her character archetype.

• Hitagi's birthday, July 7, aligns with the Tanabata festival in Japan, a celebration associated with the meeting of deities, which parallels her fateful encounter with Koyomi.