Shoryu is a fictional character from the popular Japanese web browser game and anime series Kantai Collection, also known as KanColle. In the series, Shoryu is a personification of the Imperial Japanese Navy's aircraft carrier Shōryū. She is depicted as a young woman with a calm and composed demeanor, reflecting her role as a carrier ship. As part of the fleet, Shoryu plays a crucial role in aerial combat and reconnaissance, supporting her fellow ship girls in their battles against the Abyssal Fleet. Her character design includes elements inspired by her namesake ship, such as flight deck details in her outfit.