: Acts as the apathetic but meddling strategist, often causing chaos to force development between Tomo and Jun.
: Carol, a wealthy and beautiful "school idol," is introduced as a potential rival for Jun's attention. She attempts to "train" with Jun after seeing him with Tomo, leading to several comedic misunderstandings, including Tomo walking in on them in an awkward position in the gymnasium. Tomo-chan wa Onnanoko! Episode 2
: After some initial friction, Carol's attempts to bond with Misuzu lead to a cafe outing. By the end of the episode, Carol, Misuzu, and Tomo officially become friends, forming the central female trio of the series. : Acts as the apathetic but meddling strategist,
: The episode ends with the revelation that Jun and Misuzu briefly dated in middle school for three days, explaining their ongoing hostility and mutual discomfort. Character Dynamics & Themes : After some initial friction, Carol's attempts to
: The episode begins with Tomo and Jun riding a bus where Tomo is groped. Jun intervenes, catching the culprit, but his protective reaction leads to a disappointing suggestion for Tomo: he tells her she should stop wearing skirts to avoid such trouble. This reinforces his view of her as a "bro" rather than a romantic interest, despite the brief moment of chivalry.