A fascinating figure inspired by the character Kei Karuizawa from the popular anime adaptation of the light novel “Classroom of the Elite” (Youkoso Jitsuryoku Shijou Shugi no Kyoushitsu e) has been presented to the public through FuRyu’s official media. Additionally, the FuRyu company specified that this charming Kei figure is scheduled to be released for sale in Japan in August of this year.
Classroom of the Elite: Kei Karuizawa inspires charming figure
The new figure of the character Kei Karuizawa is important to note that belongs to the line of figures of the company FuRyu, TENITOL. This division stands out for offering figures of various waifus of the anime industry of excellent quality and meticulous care in the details, all at a more than affordable price for those interested in purchasing the product.
In the product we are presented with Kei wearing her characteristic school uniform, where her shirt, short skirt and her coat fastened at her waist have been recreated in the best possible way. The work in the sculpting of the figure is worthy of note, since, fortunately for fans of this waifu so popular in Japan, the details, such as the characterization of the character with her beautiful smile and hair, as well as the folds of her clothing, manage to capture the attention of the potential buyer.
According to the information presented on the official FuRyu company website, this figure of Kei Karuizawa will have a height of approximately 300 mm and will be available at a price of 6,050 yen, which is equivalent to approximately $40.83 U.S. dollars. In addition, it was noted that the pre-sale period of the product will begin this January 18 and will end next February 29.
The light novel “Youkoso Jitsuryoku Shijou Shugi no Kyoushitsu e“, also known as Classroom of the Elite in the West, is a drama written by Shougo Kinugasa and illustrated by Shunsaku Tomose. It began publication under the MF Bunko J imprint of Media Factory publishing house in May 2015.
It is relevant to note that the work features a new arc called “Youkoso Jitsuryoku Shijou Shugi no Kyoushitsu e: 2-Nensei-hen” (Classroom of the Elite: 2nd Year), which kicked off its plot from volume #15 of the light novel.
On July 12, 2017, the light novel Classroom of the Elite premiered its anime adaptation which consisted of 2 seasons (25 episodes in total) and a third season that is currently airing. The series is produced by the animation studio Lerche and is legally available in America on the Crunchyroll platform, which made an English dub for the anime.
“Classroom of the Elite” introduces us to the prestigious Koudo Ikusei Senior High School, an institution where students enjoy unparalleled freedom and boasts a privileged position in Japan. However, the reality is far from idealized, as only the elite classes, ranked from A to D according to their performance, receive preferential treatment.
Kiyotaka Ayanokouji, a Class D student, whose placement is reserved for those with less outstanding grades, is the protagonist of this story. In this setting, she crosses paths with Suzune Horikita, a reserved classmate who believes her assignment to Class D was a mistake and aspires to move up to Class A, and Kikyou Kushida, a popular and friendly classmate who appears to be friendly, but has her own goals.
Although class membership is permanent, classifications are not. Students in lower classes can move up if they manage to outperform in grades those in higher classes. Moreover, in Class D, there are no limitations on the methods that can be employed to excel. In this unforgiving school environment, will students succeed in excelling and rising to the top?
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