Mori, Ai

森あい

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Ai Mori is a classmate of Ueki at Hinokuni Junior High School. In a casual mood, Ai is typically upbeat and friendly, though she often displays a rather shallow side, initially believing that all power-users (except Ueki) are dangerous enemies who cannot be trusted. Nevertheless, Ai cares deeply for her friends, particularly Ueki. She discovers Ueki's power early on, reaching a rather unusual conclusion and at first believing him to be an alien. Upon learning of the competition Ueki is in, she decides to support him, aiming to prevent him from losing all his talents and disappearing as a result.
She is strict with Ueki at times, especially when he appears about to do something rash. Ai continuously tries to be his voice of reason, although her shallow antics and outspoken personality often annoy him.

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The food she cooks tends to look rather odd and off-putting (usually with squirming octopus tentacles), but it still tastes good. It seems she may have a crush on Ueki as she often blushes when she sees him (especially when the manga series come to an end), but it is not admitted in the series.