Alice Maresato is a fictional character in the series Highschool of the Dead, depicted as a young elementary school girl who joins Takashi Komuro’s survivor group after losing her parents during the initial outbreak of the zombie pandemic.
Despite her age and trauma, she becomes a small but emotionally important member of the group, often acting as their mascot and source of warmth.
Name: Alice Maresato
Gender: Female
Age: 7 years old
Height: 128 cm
Occupation/Status: Second-grade elementary school student
First Appearance (Manga): Volume 2
First Appearance (Anime): Episode 7
Voice Actor (Japanese): Ayana Taketatsu
Alice is introduced on the night the infected, often referred to by the survivors simply as “them,” first overrun society.
She is shown fleeing with her father, a newspaper reporter, while her mother’s fate becomes unclear as they are separated during the chaos.
The pair eventually reach a private home where civilians have barricaded themselves inside.
When Alice’s father begs for shelter, the panicked residents refuse to let them in, and he is shot and killed right in front of her.
Immediately after her father’s death, the infected close in on Alice, leaving her defenseless and moments away from being killed.
Takashi Komuro and his companions arrive in time to rescue her, taking her into their care and bringing her into the core survivor group.
From that point on, Alice travels with Takashi Komuro, Saya Takagi, Shizuka Marikawa, and Kouta Hirano as the group searches for safety.
Among the hardened teenagers and adults, she naturally becomes the group’s “little sister” and mascot-like presence.
On the surface, Alice often behaves cheerfully and innocently, brightening the mood in otherwise grim situations.
However, the loss of both parents weighs heavily on her, and she is frequently tormented by nightmares when she sleeps.
Before the outbreak, Alice lived a normal, peaceful life with both parents.
They resided next door to the family home of one of Takashi’s friends, Imamu‑ra (an unnamed friend mentioned as living beside her), suggesting that her world was once very close to the main cast’s even before disaster struck.
Alice does not participate directly in frontline combat, as she is far too young and physically small.
Even so, she finds small but meaningful ways to contribute to the group’s survival.
One of her notable practical skills is her talent for riding a bicycle.
She is particularly good at handling a mountain bike, which can be useful for scouting, errands, or quick movement when needed.
Although she usually stays away from direct danger, Alice occasionally helps in critical moments.
Her actions show that, despite her age, she can be brave and resourceful when others are in trouble.
Life with the Survivors
After being rescued by Takashi Komuro and the others, Alice quickly becomes an emotional anchor for the group.
Her presence reminds the older characters of their responsibility to protect the vulnerable and maintain their humanity.
She often interacts closely with characters like Saya Takagi and Shizuka Marikawa, who take on protective, almost parental roles toward her.
Kouta Hirano and the others also soften around her, giving the audience a warmer view of their personalities amidst the violence and horror.
Despite being surrounded by death and danger, Alice manages to laugh, play, and talk in a way typical of a child her age.
These gentle, everyday moments stand in sharp contrast to the brutality of the world around her, which amplifies both the tragedy and hope of the story.
At night, however, the trauma of seeing her father killed and losing both parents manifests as recurring nightmares.
These scenes highlight that while she may smile in the daytime, she is still deeply scarred by what has happened.
Actions During Battles
Alice does not wield weapons or fight “them” directly.
Instead, she contributes in support roles that fit her size, age, and abilities.
At various points, Alice helps Kouta Hirano by bringing him ammunition, allowing him to keep up a steady defense against the incoming hordes.
She is careful and quick, turning what might seem like a minor task into a life-saving role when the group is under attack.
In the anime’s twelfth episode, Alice plays a small but memorable part in a tense battle.
When Shizuka Marikawa is about to be attacked by the infected, Alice rolls a car tire toward the enemy to disrupt them and assist Saya Takagi.
This improvised move distracts the infected at a critical moment, giving the adults a better chance to fight and survive.
It shows that even a frightened child can act courageously under pressure and that support actions can be just as important as direct combat.
Alice embodies innocence in a world that has lost nearly all traces of it.
Her vulnerability constantly reminds both the characters and the audience of what is truly at stake beyond simple physical survival.
By including a child like Alice among the survivors, Highschool of the Dead emphasizes the importance of protecting future generations.
Her presence forces the group to think beyond immediate self-preservation and consider what kind of world they are fighting to preserve.
Her cheerful moments show that even in an apocalypse, life does not completely stop; children still laugh, play, and form bonds.
At the same time, her nightmares and trauma underline the emotional cost of the catastrophe on those least able to defend themselves.
Overall, Alice Maresato serves as both a symbol of hope and a reminder of the fragility of innocence.
Her relationship with Takashi Komuro and the others adds emotional depth to the action-heavy narrative of Highschool of the Dead.
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