Eita Sasaki

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## Eita Sasaki

* Colored
* Pre-time skip
* Time skip

### Also Known As

Princess Ruri/Ruri-chan (in-game character's username)

## Professional Information

### **Occupation**

* Part-timer on a Café
* College Student

## Debut

### Manga

* Chapter 3 — (In-game Character Appearance)
* Chapter 9 — (Actual Appearance)

 — Eita to Akane, talking about Runa.

**Eita Sasaki** (佐々木瑛太, *Sasaki Ēta*) is one of the characters in *Loving Yamada at Lv999!* series, written and illustrated by Mashiro. He is Runa Sasaki's older brother. Moreover, in their hometown, he is Yamada's senior. His favorite video game is Forest Of Savior, which he plays as a hobby. In-game, he plays the role of Princess Ruri and is currently the guild master of Chocolate Rabbit. Which is why during his and Akane's first meeting, she called him "nekama," as well as by the Espion Guild members, specifically by Ren.

## Appearance

Eita's appearance is defined by several distinctive features. His most notable feature is his eyeglasses, which he wears due to his love for online gaming and the resulting strain on his eyes as he is an avid gamer and a big fan of the game Forest Of Savior. His brown eyes are often described as having a kind look to them, and he has thin, short eyebrows that add to his gentle appearance.

Eita's face is oval-shaped, and he has long blond hair that falls to the middle of his neck at the back. His hair is one of his defining features, and he takes great care in maintaining it. He has a tall stature and a slightly muscular build, which gives him a commanding presence.

When it comes to fashion, Eita tends to favor a casual yet put-together look. He often pairs a thick hoodie jacket with a plain light-colored shirt underneath. He prefers formal jeans and dark brown shoes or black shoes on occasion. When Eita first met Akane in person, he was wearing a thick sky blue hoodie jacket with a worn-out dark blue lounge coat over it.

Eita Sasaki first introductionEita Sasaki first time meeting AkaneEita Sasaki during WinterEita Sasaki arriving on time with Yamada
## Personality

Eita is a person who exudes an infectious energy that is reflected in his overall demeanor. His lively and vibrant personality is evident in the way he carries himself, and it seems to be a perfect match for his appearance. He has a way of speaking that is so animated that people can sometimes visualize heart emojis popping up around him, almost like he's his actual in-game character. This quality may be attributed to the fact that he has a female in-game character, which he named as Princess Ruri, that he uses as his avatar, which was inspired by the appearance of his younger sister who loves to wear dresses like a lolita.

In essence, Eita's personality and appearance are intertwined, creating a unique and captivating persona that draws people towards him. His love for gaming is evident in the way he expresses himself, and it adds to his charm and appeal. Despite being so lively, Eita is also known for being kind-hearted and empathetic towards others, making him someone who is easy to approach and talk to. Overall, Eita's personality is one-of-a-kind, making him stand out from the crowd in the best possible way.

Eita is a natural good older brother, a senior and a mentor to his junior, Yamada, who is his junior from their hometown. He takes it upon himself to guide Yamada and help him understand the nuances of human interaction that he seems to struggle with. Yamada often finds it difficult to comprehend people's perspectives, but Eita has a unique ability to break things down into simple terms that make sense to him. His guidance proves invaluable when it comes to Yamada's love life. When both Yamada and Akane develops feelings for each other, they're unsure how to express them or even recognize them for what they are.

Eita steps in and helps them navigate the complex world of relationships by explaining things in a way that they or Yamada can understand. Thanks to his guidance, Yamada is able to communicate his feelings effectively and ultimately ends up in a relationship with Akane. Eita's role in bringing them together cannot be overstated, as he played a crucial part in helping Yamada overcome his social barriers and somehow connect with others on a deeper level.

Akane was struggling with the daunting task of confessing her feelings to Yamada, and she felt lost and unsure of how to proceed. Fortunately, Eita stepped in as a supportive friend and offered his guidance. He patiently listened to Akane's concerns along with Momo, and helped her to articulate her emotions in a way that felt authentic and true to herself.

With Eita's help, Akane was able to overcome her fears and approach Yamada with confidence. She expressed her feelings openly and honestly, which allowed Yamada to reciprocate his own feelings in turn. The two were able to connect on a deeper level, thanks in large part to Eita's compassionate support.

## Relationships

### Familial

#### Runa Sasaki

Eita takes his role as Runa's older brother very seriously. He wants to ensure that his younger sister is surrounded by positive influences, especially when it comes to the games and guilds she participates in. Eita understands that Runa can be stubborn at times due to her introverted nature, but he believes that with the right support and encouragement, she can thrive in a positive environment.

He only allows individuals who could provide a positive influence on his sister's life. Eita knows that the people Runa interacts with can have a significant impact on her emotional well-being and development, so he takes great care in selecting those who will be part of her inner circle. He recognizes the importance of creating a supportive environment for his sister, one where she can feel safe and encouraged to be herself.

### Non-familial

#### Akane Kinoshita

Eita is a true friend to Akane, and he proved it from the very beginning when he welcomed her into the gaming world with open arms. Despite Akane's lack of tech-savviness, Eita took it upon himself to help her expand her circle in the game by recruiting her into the guild he have founded. Moreover, Eita is one of the few people who know about Akane's attempt to reach out to Yamada first and confess her feelings for him, which that includes Momo. Akane values Eita's friendship greatly, and she is grateful for his support and understanding. She knows that she can count on him to be there for her no matter what.

#### Akito Yamada

Eita is Yamada's senior from their hometown. Eita, who is older than Yamada, has made it his mission to help the latter learn the subtleties of interpersonal communication. Eita would sometimes demystify complicated concepts to aid Yamada in comprehending various viewpoints because he feels that Yamada has difficulty understanding the subtleties of social interactions. As he is aware that Yamada finds it difficult to understand other people's perspectives, Eita takes a patient and forgiving approach. Through his guidance, Eita wants to give Yamada the abilities he needs to deal with social situations with assurance and comfort.

#### Takezo Kamota

Takezo holds the esteemed position of Sub-master in the guild that Eita founded. As the oldest member of the group, Takezo takes on a lead during guild gatherings by sponsoring all expenses associated with the meetings. This includes providing food, beverages, and securing venues for the group to meet. Takezo's generosity and willingness to take charge have earned him respect and admiration from his fellow guild members, including Eita. In fact, Eita has expressed his desire to emulate Takezo's reliability and maturity, recognizing him as a role model for what it means to be a responsible adult.

## Etymology

Eita's name is broken into two syllables *"EI-TA,"* with two kanji characters - 瑛太 (エイタ) .
**瑛 (EI):** means brightness, clarity, sparkle;
**太 (TA):** means thick, fat, plump, thick, big around.
**Description:** "Eita" is an uncommon baby name for boys. It's exact meaning is *thick crystal*.
While Eita's surname is broken into three syllables *"SA-SA-KI"* with three kanji characters - 佐々木.
**佐 (SA):** means assistant, help;
**々 (SA):** means iteration mark; and
**木 (KI):** means tree, wood.
**Description:** The name perhaps derived from the word misosazai ‘wren’ originated in Ōmi (now Shiga prefecture) and is found mostly in northeastern Japan. Alternatively it may derive from misasagi the term for the great tomb mounds dating from about 250–710 which are found in clusters all over Japan.
## Trivia

* Eita uses the username and avatar of a female character he refers to as Princess Ruri. Its appearance is identical to how his younger sister dresses, like a lolita.

* Akane and Ren are among the people who have called him a "Nekama" a number of times. Nekama was originally derived from the term okama, which stands for "okama on the Net" and is used to refer to a gay man or male cross-dresser. Nekama, however, is not always associated with a man's sexuality. Nekama, on the other hand, is a specific kind of male online communication behavior where they would act or uses a female character to entice male players into believing that they're a female.

* Eita has chosen not to pursue a romantic relationship, citing concerns that his younger sister may become jealous. Additionally, Eita acknowledges his self-proclaimed siscon complex as another factor in his decision.

* Eita doesn't have a particular type when it comes to girls, but he's drawn to women with prominently large breasts. He's so into this preference that he actively supports a specific actress just because of her bust size. He goes to fan meetings and occasionally brings Yamada along with him.

## References

*My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Lv999* Manga: Chapter 10 (Page 6).
*My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Lv999* Manga: Chapter 48 (Pages 7-8).
3. ↑ The term "nekama" refers to a man who dresses as a woman, uses online pseudonyms, and maintains anonymity. It is an acronym for the phrase "netto okama," which has been in use since the early days of online services before the internet.
*My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Lv999* Manga: Chapter 44 (Page 6). — Hasegawa mentions he could literally see Eita talking with hearts.
*My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Lv999* Manga: Chapter 48 (Pages 6-9).
*My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Lv999* Manga: Chapter 39 (Page 8).
 "Sasaki username meaning". *Ancestry*.
*My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Lv999* Manga: Chapter 10 (Pages 6-7).
*My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Lv999* Manga: Chapter 48 (Page 12).
 Refer to Volume 4's Extra Illustrations
*My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Lv999* Manga: Chapter 105/Side Story (Pages 4-7).