Sanzou Soroi is a loyal butler who serves Satsuki Kiryuuin and is the uncle of Shirou Iori in the anime Kill la Kill. He is an older man who always wears a three-piece black suit. He has been by Satsuki’s side since she was a child, supporting her in many ways, like making her tea. Sanzou Soroi is the only one in the Kiryuuin household who calls Satsuki “my lady” instead of “Satsuki-sama,” and she relaxes around him. He cares deeply for her and always respects her decisions, even helping her when she tries to break her family’s rules. Sanzou Soroi is much stronger than he looks. After the fall of Honnouji Academy, he joins Nudist Beach, but keeps wearing his usual suit. He is known for being Satsuki’s most devoted supporter.
Sanzou Soroi is an elderly man who always dresses in a neatly pressed black three-piece suit and tie.
His appearance is formal and classic, which makes him look strict and dependable.
Even when everyone else changes their outfits, he keeps wearing his butler uniform.
Sanzou Soroi is calm, gentle, and very loyal.
He supports Satsuki in everything she does and puts her needs before his own.
He shows deep care and respect for Satsuki and is trusted by her in return.
He always acts with kindness and never questions her decisions.
Sanzou Soroi has served Satsuki since she was five years old.
He has always been by her side in the Kiryuuin household, acting as her butler and supporter.
He is also the uncle of Shirou Iori, the head of the Sewing Club at Honnouji Academy.
Sanzou Soroi is the only person in the family who openly supports Satsuki when she decides to go against her mother Ragyou Kiryuuin.
Even though he looks old and gentle, Sanzou Soroi is surprisingly strong.
When the Sewing Club is injured, he is able to carry Shirou Iori and the entire group on his back while escaping danger.
His skills as a butler are excellent, especially when it comes to making tea.
- Satsuki Kiryuuin: Sanzou Soroi is her loyal butler and also acts as a close friend.
He calls her "my lady" and has supported her since she was a child.
Satsuki trusts him more than anyone else in her family.
- Shirou Iori: Sanzou Soroi is his uncle and cares for him deeply.
- Ragyou Kiryuuin: Satsuki’s mother and the head of the family, whom Sanzou Soroi sometimes silently opposes to support Satsuki.
- Sanzou Soroi’s name likely comes from the words for “three-piece suit,” matching his always formal clothing.
- He never changes out of his butler outfit, not even when joining Nudist Beach, unlike all the other characters.
"What we can do is only to support you."
Always by Satsuki’s Side
Since Satsuki Kiryuuin was a little girl, Sanzou Soroi has been taking care of her and making tea for her.
He is the only one who addresses her in a gentle way and makes her smile softly.
Supporting Satsuki’s Will
When Satsuki tries to break the seal of "purity" and fight her mother, Sanzou Soroi supports her choice.
He never argues against her wishes, even if others like Takiji Kuroido complain or warn her.
Escape from Life Fibers’ Attack
During the attack from the Original Life Fibers, Shirou Iori and other Sewing Club members are hurt.
Sanzou Soroi shows his secret strength by carrying all of them at once while escaping the school.
Joining Nudist Beach
After Honnouji Academy is destroyed, Sanzou Soroi joins Nudist Beach with Satsuki and the Elite Four.
While others change into Nudist Beach uniforms, Sanzou Soroi keeps his three-piece suit.
Final Support for Ryuuko
In the last scenes, Sanzou Soroi is present in his usual formal suit, ready to support Satsuki and the others until the end.
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