Minoru Shiraishi is a unique character in the anime series Lucky☆Star. Originally, he is a real-life voice actor who appears as a caricature of himself within the show, particularly in the 'Lucky Channel' segment. Minoru provides comic relief through his quirky personality, self-deprecating humor, and exaggerated reactions. His role in the series breaks the fourth wall, making him a memorable and meta addition to the cast, and he often finds himself the butt of jokes alongside Akira Kogami.