Sayaka Maizono is a central character in the video game and anime series Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc. Known as the 'Ultimate Pop Sensation,' she is admired for her beauty and charisma. Sayaka is a friendly and cheerful student who quickly befriends the protagonist, Makoto Naegi. Despite her outward optimism, she faces internal struggles and complex motivations, playing a crucial role in the initial events of the killing game. Her actions have a significant impact on the story's progression.