▷ first impressions — ▶VISUAL:From aesthetically unkempt hair to chest revealed just a dip lower than appropriate, Takasugi's entire image paints the picture of aloof distaste for appearances. Which is exactly what wants to project, since he totally cares for them. The teen does not hesitate to take up all space available to him, spreading himself out at his desk or taking up a whole couch with crossed legs. Though rare, sometimes he'll walk around with cuts and bruises visible from whatever recent fight he's been in. He can typically be seen smoking or drinking Yakult. If you're nice, he'll treat you to one. ▶AURAL:Takasugi is voiced by Takehito Koyasu. His voice is low, a smooth tone that lilts and meanders as it spills from his lips. The boy's voice has always been deep, not carrying notable volume or sharpness. Though not made for yelling, Takasugi can take a threateningly cold tone, silence more poignant than a shout. There typically isn't a large range of pitch in Takasugi's voice, with the exception of his inclination to chuckle. When the teen expresses his amusement, it's in a high pitched, mocking clip of a laugh that never lasts long. ▶ SCENT:Cigarette smoke is usually noticeable on him, though he doesn't reek of tobacco. Instead, Yakult or a faint hint of alcohol may waft from his breath, while his clothing emanates either the traditional scents of his mentor's residence or the musky sweet bite of cheap concrete from a habit of trespassing. On very rare occasion, he may also smell of marijuana, though he doesn't smoke the cheap stuff. ▶BEHAVIOR:In one word: edgy. He cuts class, picks fights, breaks rules and brings weapons to school. But he also samples ramen around town, gets massages, sorts recycling and gets shit on by Gintoki, so it's a mixed bag. Typically, he'll remain aloof even if he's very invested in his endeavors. Incredibly determined, he sees activities through to their end, even if they don't suit him. He'll expend the same amount of energy beating down a rival gang as he will with pool-cleaning duty, should he actually show up that day. Takasugi isn't lazy, but if he's going to sit around he'd rather do it in a space chosen by him than his classroom desk. He's not one to reach out to make friends; if he's talking to someone new, he finds personal interest in them or is attempting to provoke trouble.
▷ Elaborations — ▶skin
|COMPLEXION|
Takasugi's skin is more peach than olive and he is neither tan nor pale. The skin on his face is smooth but for a few subtle scars and the heaviness of texture that comes with habitual smoking. He has a subtle tan line on his chest from all of his v-necks, but since he wears them all the time, it's difficult to notice.
|SCARS/AMPUTATIONS/PROSTHESIS/SURGERY MARKINGS|
Underneath Takasugi's eyepatch there isn't much of a scar, simply a sunken eyelid whose top and bottom don't quite match up with nothing holding them to shape. Small scars are scattered over his hands, a few marking his face as well, though they're easy to overlook if one wasn't seeking them out.
▶face and body
|FACIAL STRUCTURE|
Traditionally 'handsome' from an objective standpoint, Takasugi has pronounced bone structure. His cheekbones, jaw, and brow in particular fit the image of an attractive young man. His eye is sharp, typically lidded though prone to widening at any significant display of emotion.
|TEETH|
Somehow, they're in relatively good order. His teeth are bit yellowed from smoking, but Takasugi takes good care of himself, so despite the fights and the bad habits, they're pretty straight.
|RANGE OF EXPRESSION|
Takasugi typically walks around with either a distant bored stare or a self-important smirk; there isn't much in between. Usually, if there's emotion on his face, he's either frowning because he's annoyed or smirking because he's annoyed. When he's pissed off, his eyes will widen and he'll keen his head to stare down at whoever made him mad, smirk plastered on his face a sign of iminent retaliation.
|BODY TYPE|
As much shit as his friends(?) give him for it, Takasugi isn't significantly short. His stature is a few inches below most people he hangs around, but he doesn't appear stout. His frame does lean towards the 'stocky' side, but lithe limbs and flowing body language distracts the eye from his musculature. Slightly on the thin side, Takasugi's ribs are visible in some positions, and his bone structure - especially his collar bone - is rather pronounced.
|ARM/HAND DETAIL|
Takasugi's arms are slightly long for his frame, giving his muscle build the appearance of being more lean than it actually is. The teen's fingers are thin but calloused and scared, with pronounced knuckles due to several fractures.
|LEG/FOOT DETAIL|
Toned legs somewhat on the thin side continue Takasugi's general body type of solid muscle stretched just a little thin.
▶image and style
|POSTURE, GESTURES AND MOVEMENT|
What may seem 'relaxed' to a casual observer are actually slow and thoughtful movements. Takasugi's body language is languid, all motions sinuous yet unconcerned. For someone with so much restless energy, he does not move with any excess. The teen's jaw is usually set even or high, with his hips resting forward in an aloof display of masculine confidence. Not necessarily one to talk with his hands, they're typically somehow occupied while he speaks, though not in a fidgety or nervous way.
|TYPICAL FASHION CHOICES|
He always wears his eyepatch, only removing it for replacement or sleep. His uniform is worn open, a red button down underneath. On a day off he's likely to wear reds or neutrals, with a deep v-neck and fitted jeans. If he's showing off, he'll have a button down or jacket with some elaborate 'high fashion' print and a palette of rich purples and reds with gold accenting.
|SELF-IMAGE|
Takasugi thinks highly of himself. Pride is at his core, so while he has doubts and regrets, those are for him and him alone to know about. (Maybe his mentor too.) He's confident enough in his style choices that he isn't looking to noticeably impress anyone. He knows that he can win the respect of those who matter, and those who don't will just fall to the wayside - a boring waste of his attention.
TAKASUGI SHINSUKE |
▶VISUAL: From aesthetically unkempt hair to chest revealed just a dip lower than appropriate, Takasugi's entire image paints the picture of aloof distaste for appearances. Which is exactly what wants to project, since he totally cares for them. The teen does not hesitate to take up all space available to him, spreading himself out at his desk or taking up a whole couch with crossed legs. Though rare, sometimes he'll walk around with cuts and bruises visible from whatever recent fight he's been in. He can typically be seen smoking or drinking Yakult. If you're nice, he'll treat you to one.
▶AURAL: Takasugi is voiced by Takehito Koyasu. His voice is low, a smooth tone that lilts and meanders as it spills from his lips. The boy's voice has always been deep, not carrying notable volume or sharpness. Though not made for yelling, Takasugi can take a threateningly cold tone, silence more poignant than a shout. There typically isn't a large range of pitch in Takasugi's voice, with the exception of his inclination to chuckle. When the teen expresses his amusement, it's in a high pitched, mocking clip of a laugh that never lasts long.
▶ SCENT: Cigarette smoke is usually noticeable on him, though he doesn't reek of tobacco. Instead, Yakult or a faint hint of alcohol may waft from his breath, while his clothing emanates either the traditional scents of his mentor's residence or the musky sweet bite of cheap concrete from a habit of trespassing. On very rare occasion, he may also smell of marijuana, though he doesn't smoke the cheap stuff.
▶BEHAVIOR: In one word: edgy. He cuts class, picks fights, breaks rules and brings weapons to school. But he also samples ramen around town, gets massages, sorts recycling and gets shit on by Gintoki, so it's a mixed bag. Typically, he'll remain aloof even if he's very invested in his endeavors. Incredibly determined, he sees activities through to their end, even if they don't suit him. He'll expend the same amount of energy beating down a rival gang as he will with pool-cleaning duty, should he actually show up that day. Takasugi isn't lazy, but if he's going to sit around he'd rather do it in a space chosen by him than his classroom desk. He's not one to reach out to make friends; if he's talking to someone new, he finds personal interest in them or is attempting to provoke trouble.
▶skin
▶face and body
▶image and style