"Love Live! Superstar!!" is a story about "school idols," high school girls who perform idol activities at school, and centers around the activities of an idol group called Liella!. The first season aired in July 2021, and the second season is scheduled to air in July 2022, garnering much attention. By the way, did you know that each Liella! member's blood type is listed in their profile? It's often said that blood type reflects a person's personality, but does the same apply to anime characters? In this article, we'll explore just how closely the blood types of the members relate to their characters!
There are four blood types
Generally, there are four blood types: A, B, O, and AB. It's said that different blood types have different personalities, such as being more meticulous or careless. Personality assessments based on blood type aren't scientifically based and are often used merely as a conversation starter. However, the fact that anime characters include blood types in their profiles likely reflects their personalities to some extent. Next, let's consider the extent to which a character's personality correlates with their blood type!
Shibuya Kanon: Blood Type A
The main character, Shibuya Kanon, has blood type A. Blood type A people are said to be very meticulous and serious. They are good at reading the mood and often act carefully. They are also very cooperative and considerate of others, but sometimes they become overly considerate and put themselves on the back burner. As the central figure of the group, Kanon herself often thinks carefully about Liella! and acts for the members. When she was in charge of writing lyrics, there were times when she was unable to consult with others even when she was in a difficult situation and kept it to herself. I think Kanon's personality and the characteristics of blood type A people are similar.
Tang Keke: Blood Type O
Tang Keke's blood type is O. People with blood type O are realists, judging things objectively and excelling at accurate analysis. Keke's approach of considering the current situation and thinking about how to win Love Live may fit the characteristics of people with blood type O. Another characteristic of people with blood type O is that they tend to be stubborn and unyielding in their opinions. Keke has strong feelings about school idols, and when Sumire made a comment that seemed to look down on school idols, she retorted, sharing her own feelings. It seems likely that Keke and people with blood type O share similar traits.
Arashi's Chisato: Blood Type B
Arashi's Chisato's blood type is B. Blood type B people tend to become absorbed in things they love. They're also said to be incredibly proactive when they become interested. Chisato's special skill is dancing, and there's a scene in the series where she's practicing diligently for a dance competition. She's dedicated to her passions, whether it's dancing, a part-time job, or school idol activities, without compromising, so I think she fits the characteristics of a blood type B. However, another characteristic of blood type B people is that they get excited easily but lose interest quickly. While the "easily excited" aspect seems to apply, there's no depiction of her losing interest in something, so I don't think this characteristic applies to her.
Heianna Sumire: Blood Type AB
Heianna Sumire's blood type is AB. While AB blood types are known for their sensitive and good taste, they are also known for their pride and strong sense of commitment. They are also known for their temperament and difficulty expressing their feelings. Sumire has been active in what she calls the "world of show business" since she was a child, and as a result of her time in that world, her words and actions often suggest a high level of pride and strong sense of commitment. AB blood types are also known for their earnestness and calmness, and Sumire is a character who can think objectively and calmly when the time comes. Sumire's blood type is relatively consistent with the characteristics of AB blood types.
Hazuki Koi: Blood Type A
Hazuki Koi, like Kanon, is blood type A. Like other blood type A students, Koi often behaves in a way that suggests she's serious and reliable. This behavior has become especially prevalent since she became student council president. Kanon has also been portrayed as taking on too much on her own, but Koi, too, has run around alone, without relying on anyone, to protect the school her mother founded, sometimes earning the resentment of the students around her. While their circumstances are different, Kanon and Koi may actually be quite similar in terms of their personalities.
Summary of Thoughts on Blood Types
After examining the personalities of characters based on their blood types, I found that many of them fit the characteristics of their blood types. There are other works that include blood types in their character introductions, so it might be fun to enjoy the work while considering the relationship between blood type and character personality! That's all for today. Thank you for reading.
