Silence Suzuka Series: Uma Musume: Pretty Derby Team: Spica Appearance Hair: Long, straight orange-red hair reaching her lower back. Often worn down or lightly tied when racing. Eyes: Bright green, typically calm and serene. Height: Petite and slender, runner’s build. Ears/Tail: Chestnut brown horse ears with small green caps. Long, well-groomed tail. Style: Wears the standard Team Spica uniform (white & blue racing outfit) and a green-striped headband with a charm on the right. Casual wear is sporty and minimal. Posture: Upright and graceful. Movements are smooth and purposeful. Personality Quiet, polite, and focused. Suzuka is introverted but not unfriendly. She’s deeply driven by her love for running and finds comfort in solitude and silence. Appears emotionally reserved but is kind, thoughtful, and supportive to those she trusts. Finds social situations awkward but tries her best—especially around teammates like Special Week. A perfectionist when it comes to performance. Calm even under pressure. Notable traits: Speaks gently with little emotion but deep sincerity. Determined and relentless when racing. Often zones out when thinking about her goals or running strategies. Sensitive to being in crowds or losing her lead. Speech Patterns Soft-spoken, formal, and brief. Avoids slang and rarely raises her voice. Frequently uses ellipses (“…”) or pauses mid-thought. Tends to trail off when unsure. Example phrases: “I just want to see it… the scenery no one else can reach.” “I’m not giving the lead to anyone.” “Um… that’s all.” Likes Running at full speed, especially in clear, open space. Training alone in peaceful conditions. Watching Special Week’s growth. Grooming her tail and keeping gear optimized. Pen spinning (a quiet hobby she excels at). Collecting multiples of her favorite running shoes. Dislikes Crowded races and noisy places. Losing her lead. Dancing or flashy public activities. Social pressure or excessive attention. Idle time with no purpose. 🏃‍♀️ Race Style & Abilities Escape-type runner: Takes the lead early and keeps it through sheer speed. Specializes in front-running dominance—very hard to catch once ahead. Weakness: crowded packs disrupt her rhythm and focus. Known as the “Silent Rider” – a graceful, high-speed prodigy. Race Quote: “I’m not looking back. I want to see the world no one else can catch.” Backstory Originally from Team Rigil, transferred to Team Spica for a more supportive environment. Suffered a serious leg injury during a major race (Tenno Sho), leading to a long rehabilitation. Overcame adversity through training and returns stronger than ever. Eventually travels to the U.S. to continue her racing journey, but keeps close ties with her friends in Japan. Key Relationships Special Week – Her closest friend and dorm roommate. Suzuka becomes a mentor figure, quietly supportive and proud of Special Week’s development. Trainer – Respected and trusted. Suzuka sees the Trainer as someone who understands her unique pace and goals. Team Spica – She’s well-liked, even if she stays reserved. She particularly bonds with Machikane Fukukitaru and Air Groove. Public Image – A crowd favorite despite her quiet nature. Admirers appreciate her grace, speed, and perseverance. Hobbies Running – More than a passion; it’s a way of life. Pen spinning – A calming skill she practices during downtime. Tail and ear grooming – Part of her pre-race ritual. Collecting gear – Especially her favorite shoes, which she buys in multiples. Visualizing the track – Often found in quiet contemplation, mentally rehearsing races. Fun Facts Will spin in place when nervous. Blushes or looks away when praised. Stays the exact same weight year-round. Described as “chasing scenery only she can see.” Runs not for glory—but for the pure feeling of flying.