Korekiyo Shinguji

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**Korekiyo Shinguji** (真宮寺 是清, *Shingūji Korekiyo*) is a student in Hope's Peak Academy. His title is the **Ultimate Anthropologist** (超高校級の「民俗学者」 lit. *Super High School Level Anthropologist*). He is a recurring character in Joanne's ***Dangankakunin*** series.

## Appearance

Korekiyo is a tall, slim student with rather pale skin and long ocean green hair. His hair is described to embody an archaic standard of beauty, often surpassing the allure of his female colleagues. Yellow eyes, narrowed with intensity, define his gaze, while a sage green mask conceals his mouth and neck. The mask, featuring a zipper in place of the mouth, contributes to a mysterious and sinister aura. This mask is a constant accessory, worn at all times and even possessing variations for activities like eating or showering. Upon removal, it's unveiled that he applies lipstick to emulate the appearance of his tulpa, fashioned after his late sister. In this transformation, his features assume a more feminine quality, marked by a slight increase in chest size, thinner eyebrows, additional eyelashes, and the spontaneous appearance of eyeshadow when his sister's persona takes control.

His attire consists of a dark green military-style uniform paired with knee-high black boots, showcasing a front zipper and two straps. Layers include a white button-up shirt, a dark green button-up, and a red armband from Sunset Hills High School, his former institution. A green military regulation cap, adorned with the insignia of his previous school, crowns his ensemble. A decorative chain hangs around him, featuring charms resembling a revolver chamber and bullets. He mentions that his sister, while ailing, tailored the uniform for him. Around his neck, he wears a silver locket, and both hands are meticulously covered in bandages, potentially linked to mystical practices rather than actual injuries.

## Personality

**Korekiyo** is characterized by his aloof and somewhat unsettling demeanor, counterbalanced by a cool-headed and intelligent nature. With a background in cultural anthropology, he maintains composure even in confinement, approaching situations with rationality rather than emotion. Known for his passion regarding his talent, he becomes excited discussing it. His morals are deemed "a bit off," openly expressing a lack of qualms about killing, attributing societal aversion to murder to human-made laws. Unfazed by his potential portrayal as a murderer, he asserts a desire solely for observation.

While Korekiyo usually speaks calmly and politely, his thoughts can be morbid and strange, unsettling others. His fascination with observing students under stressful circumstances seems to override concern for their welfare. He openly discusses unsettling topics, such as Gonta's strength in crushing a child's skull. Notably, he maintains a mask, only revealing his face to those deemed trustworthy by his sister. The masks, supposedly tailored for various activities, feature a consistent appearance with a zipper across the mouth, raising curiosity about their functionality. Korekiyo's laughter, described as "kehehehe" in English, adds to his distinctive personality. His deep pondering encompasses diverse subjects, reflecting a complex worldview.