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Antonio was the first villager he met when he got moved to the Sutekina island. Quickly the two of them became best friends! Antonio helps him get into some fitness and workout, but often Kaoru is a failure when it comes to it. Antonio is still very encouraging, though. They talk every day and Kaoru often brings his gifts or energizing snacks for him in appreciation.
Kaoru is his favorite work out buddy! Not to mention, Kaoru is very supportive!!! I mean, who doesn't want a hype man of their own??? Antonio isn't all about fitness, though. He really does value the bond he shares with Kaoru, even going as far as to be his next-door neighbor when he moved into the island. Kaoru is always bringing him gifts, but Anotnio lets him know that he doesn't NEED to give them to him. To show his appreciation he always makes sure to be the head of Kaoru's birthday committee and be the best hype man he can.
Many years ago, Kaoru remembers an old eagle living in his town Kawaii Ville. He absolutely terrified Kaoru when he was younger (and incidentally the unexpected mayor). He was in a state of shock to discover him moving to Sutekina too. However, as he assisted more and more, Apollo became more like a father figure to him. Apollo often refers to him as kiddo. It makes him very happy. Apollo always checks in on Kaoru when he's feeling down or sick.
Though Apollo doesn't remember the stories Kaoru seems to tell about a cranky old geezer hellbent on terrorizing children, he's come to find that he sees Kaoru like his own son. Well, kind of. But regardless, he really does have great care for the boy! When Apollo noticed his vision slowly waning, Kaoru provided him with some sharp looking glasses! Who could ask for a better kiddo, honestly? Kaoru helps him with technology and slang and configuring the island and events and all that, but he is happy to know that when he needs it, Kaoru comes to him for help. Fishing, bug catching, crafting, sewing: Any homey job! Apollo is here to help one and all (even if he used to be a grouchy old man)
Kaoru has worked with Blathers through two museums now! He's very proud to consider him a friend and colleague. Kaoru works in the field and Blathers teaches him all he needs to know. He often likes to listen to Blathers ramble about his favorite fossils while Kaoru sketches out the skeletons. He's slowly trying to cure him of his bug phobia with his butterfly obsession.
He's very happy to call Kaoru a friend and esteemed team mate in the field. He knows he can always rely on Kaoru to provide for the culture and education of wherever he's in charge. It's part of the reason he felt so secure in joining Kaoru on the island (aside from Nook his best friend of course). He's enamored with Kaoru's knowledge of art history, a topic he happily rambles about with him. He admires Kaoru's sketches of insects and fish, which he hides around the museum as a sort of scavenger hunt for Blathers.
His first love growing up. He lives in his town, Kawaii Ville, but when Kaoru had to move away he lost contact. Now that he's running Sutekina, he hopes to run into him again. Audie thinks he's silly, but he's started to receive letters from Buck again. They engage in penpalship and when Buck has money he's going to move to Sutekina to reunite.
Kaoru and him were best friends in the town of Kawaii Ville. Though he never realized the major crush he had on him way back then, he thinks he realizes it now as they send melancholy letters to each other from around the world. He hopes to visit Kaoru soon and reconnect. He might be a little in love with him, but he doesn't know anything about loving men.
Ed is Kaoru's stylish bestie! He loves to drag Kaoru on wild fashion quests, often prompting him to host runway events or place new ordinances into effect. Kaoru is always supportive of his spur-of-moment hobbies. Ed helps Kaoru choose his outfits (he has zero fashion sense) and often gossips about cute boys with him. He finds the whole Buck situation incredibly romantic (and stupid, very stupid)
This is Ed's best friend. He promises that he only hates him out of love! Even if his sass is a little... excessive. He loves to gossip with Kaoru, being the crazy angel on his shoulder to push him into the spotlight. Honestly, he thinks Kaoru is a dreamy prince. He thinks he's a little sappy and boy crazy, though. He's wooed by the story of Buck, even if it's dumb to wait.
His long-term assistant! Isabelle has been there for Kaoru since he was mayor of Kawaii Ville many years ago. He adores her high energy and often finds that she motivates him to keep a smile on his face. He sees them as siblings and feels zero awkwardness about depending on her for help. They often sleep at each other's homes or eat dinner together (Digby included!)
Ever since his accidental mayorship, Isabelle has been the lovely assistant to Kaoru. She would like to hope that she knows his ins and outs and that they share an almost familial bond, but she can't help but think that she's not quite doing to right. It doesn't help that Kaoru is wildly inexperienced (even after seven years) or that she is a bit airheaded, but as long as Kaoru wants to lead, she'll be there to guide.
Kapp'n is almost like an uncle to him. When he was mayoring Kawaii Ville Kapp'n would paddle him around to the resort island where Kaoru would play with his daughter. He's happy that Kapp'n is visiting him on his new island now, too. Can't keep a Kappa from the shore, that's what he says. Kaoru invites the family to stay on the island whenever they want!
Kaoru has been begging Kicks to set up shop in Sutekina. Mostly because he misses his friend. Though, he's petty hell-bent on just traveling around these days. When Kicks does come around though, Kaoru shows him the best time he can! He's worried Kicks is going to disappear off of the face of the earth if he doesn't constantly pester him.
Kaoru was delighted when Raymond moved to his island! However, he wasn't expecting his new neighbor to be so snarky and sarcastic. Raymond is often overly analytical, but he likes to send Kaoru pictures of bugs he finds.
Kaoru doesn't mind when he invites himself over. He finds Raymond super enjoyable and is secretly trying to hook him up with his best friend, Ed.
Of course when cuteness pokes its adorable face, Noa is the first one to know about it! She's been following Boo-T Pies! since their initial promo release and often goes to see their live performances. She adores Anhell the most! Her striking vocals are what calls her to improve her own vocals. She secretly wishes to invite them for a collab.
Cute AND creepy? Miiko is automatically signed up! She loves the way Anhell shrieks on stage in terror. The general outfit concept is up her alley, too. She loves to analyze all the songs they perform and the secondary meaning behind the lyrics. She only shows Haruna the most horrific pieces of Anhell merch.
Mackenzie loves his baby brother to death. He wants to bring him everywhere. He always makes sure to include Antony in his games. He needs to train Antony how to be a good kid, so Mackenzie does his best to be his best friend in the whole wide world. He gets really upset when Antony is sick or anything is wrong with him. (He had an "I don't want a baby sibling" phase but just as quickly became his number one advocate).
(Headcanon name is Veronica "Roni" for short, but I'll update this if she gets a canon name)
(Headcanon name is Mack, but I'll update this if he gets a canon name)