Tsubasa Hanekawa is Koyomi Araragi's classmate and the epitome of a model student at Naoetsu Private High School. Admired for her intelligence and kindness, she holds the position of class representative. Beneath this polished exterior lies a turbulent family life and repressed emotions, which manifest through her encounters with supernatural oddities, notably the "sawarineko" or meddlecat. This possession gives rise to her alternate persona, Black Hanekawa, embodying her suppressed stress and desires.

Personality & Appearance

Credits: Shaft Animation Studio

Tsubasa is a fair-skinned young woman with long black hair, often styled in two braids adorned with cat-themed hair ribbons, and violet eyes behind her glasses. She is almost always seen wearing her school uniform, even outside of school days. Her demeanor is gentle, approachable, and ever-helpful, earning her the admiration of peers and teachers alike. However, this perfection masks her tendency to suppress negative emotions, leading to the creation of her aberrant alter ego, Black Hanekawa, who contrasts sharply with a playful and uninhibited personality.

Powers & Abilities

Credits: Shaft Animation Studio

• Black Hanekawa Transformation: Under extreme stress, Tsubasa transforms into Black Hanekawa, exhibiting enhanced physical abilities and a radically different personality.

• Energy Drain: As Black Hanekawa, she can drain energy from humans and other aberrations, using it to heal injuries and strengthen herself.

• Stealth and Agility: Black Hanekawa moves with cat-like stealth and agility, making her a formidable presence.

Trivia

• Catchphrase: Tsubasa often says, "I don't know everything; I just know what I know," reflecting her humility despite her vast knowledge.

• Hair Color Change: After resolving her internal conflicts, Tsubasa's hair turns white, symbolizing a new beginning and the integration of her suppressed emotions.

• Living Situation: Due to familial circumstances, Tsubasa doesn't have a room of her own and often sleeps in the hallway of her house, highlighting her challenging home life.

• Academic Excellence: She is consistently at the top of her class, with peers considering any test flawed if she doesn't achieve a perfect score.