Kuro Kiryu is a third-year student at Yumenosaki Academy and a member of the idol group Akatsuki in the Ensemble Stars! franchise. Known for his intimidating appearance and deep voice, Kuro is actually gentle and caring, often looking out for his juniors and friends. As Akatsuki’s vice-captain, he supports his teammates with a strong sense of responsibility. Despite his rough exterior, Kuro has a soft spot for cute things and demonstrates remarkable kindness throughout the series.