Summary
Ai Mori is a thirteen-year-old female student at Hinokuni Junior High School and a classmate of Ueki. Born on August 8 with type A blood, she typically displays an upbeat and friendly demeanor in casual settings. However, she possesses a shallow side, initially viewing all power-users as dangerous and untrustworthy enemies, with the sole exception of Ueki. Despite this prejudice, she cares deeply for her friends, particularly Ueki. Ai discovers Ueki’s abilities early on, leading her to the unusual conclusion that he might be an alien. Once she learns about the competition he is involved in, she decides to support him to prevent him from losing his talents and disappearing due to the stakes. She often acts as his voice of reason, becoming strict when he appears ready to act rashly. Her outspoken nature and shallow antics frequently annoy Ueki, even as she tries to keep him grounded. Her culinary creations often appear off-putting, sometimes featuring squirming octopus tentacles, yet they surprisingly taste good. It is implied that she has a crush on Ueki, as she blushes frequently in his presence, especially toward the end of the manga series, though this is never explicitly confirmed.
