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Character Information
Name: Karamatsu Matsuno
Age: Canon never specifies other than "20's," so we're gonna go with 23 years old.
Canon: Osomatsu-san / anime.
Canon Point: Post episode 25.

Appearance:
(Prepare yourself for some painful images.)
1. | 2. | 3. (F6 version.)

Well, he's got the same face as the rest of his brothers considering they're sextuplets. Like all of them, Karamatsu keeps the bowl cut and seems overly concerned with its appearance, usually combing or fixing it in a mirror. His most distinguishable feature is his eyebrows which seem bold and intense— and between this and wearing the color blue is how you can usually point him out among the rest of his brothers. Karamatsu seems to have a bunch of attire to wear in a dramatic attempt to look "cool." He prefers to wear skinnier jeans when compared to the rest of his brothers and sometimes is seen with a golden necklace worn around his neck.

Also, he wears colored contacts sometime. Yeah. I know.

Background/History:

(May contain spoilers.)

The series began as comic strips in the 1960's drawn and written by Fujio Akatsuka who always seemed to make up pretty weird characters with bizarre story lines. The series turned into a series about sextuplets who grew up together, causing trouble and being mischievous— usually working with each other to confuse adults. Even as children, they tried to work together to earn money or scam people.

As a child, Karamatsu seemed to have a tidy and particular personality, showing plenty of energy— he was always eager to fight, much like how he still is today— but his enthusiastic energy often caused him to get injured. It's probably bad luck, which has really followed him into adulthood to make him an unfortunate person through his entire life.
His name is a pun on "emptiness" in reference to his "empty head" and he has lived by his name even as a child by being a little airheaded and arrogant. As a child, he was often seen paired up with Todomatsu, the youngest, showing that they had a closer bond as children than when they become adults.

Nowadays, all six of them still live with their parents and are unemployed, and Karamatsu is no exception. Although he tries very hard to carry a presence and captivate others, at this point, his brothers tend to ignore him because they're usually embarrassed by him.

The series itself doesn't have much continuity / plot, as it is a comedy series that focuses more on their interactions with one another, and very little is said about their history. One thing is certain: despite all of their arguing and fighting, the sextuplets are all very close to one another and are shown throughout the series showing certain depths of codependency on one another.  This is seen towards the end of the series when each sextuplet moves out to become independent, get jobs and live their lives on their own, but obviously miss each other. Karamatsu is the third one to leave and moves in with Chibita as an attempt to live on his own but makes the statement: "Us sextuplets— no, me— will be ruined" implying that he needs this change of lifestyle to feel better about himself. It was a self defense mechanism he used, seeing as he didn't want to be left behind in his life progress as his brothers excel.

In the end, however, they all end up moving back home and going to an invitational together, encouraging each other to proceed with their dreams. It seems they'll never really be apart from one another at this rate, seeing as their attempts to be independent have failed.


Personality:

He can be summed up the best by this gif.

Karamatsu is the second oldest of the Matsuno sextuplets. (by what.. a few minutes?) Because of this, he feels a need to carry a sense of big brother instinct, seeming to care immensely for all five of his brothers equally— as seen as he takes the extra mile when his brothers fall ill, or offering to sing them lullabies when they cannot sleep. Karamatsu seems eager to step up to the plate and offer his assistance / rescue others in need as a means of trying to find himself favorable in their sight. He's a kind spirit who is self sacrificial in order to be appreciated and noticed more-so than his genuine care (though, Karamatsu is a softie who acts tough.)

For whatever reason, Karamatsu gets the shit-end of the stick with things, finding himself in vulnerable and unfortunate situations more so than the rest. He's also the main object to pick on because of his embarrassing behavior, but that doesn't seem to stop him from keeping his chin high until he reaches a breaking point in which is seen when he's an over emotional mess.

One key thing about Karamatsu is his radiant confidence and dramatic presence that is nearly theatrical. He tries very hard to be charismatic which is often a big failure, but he has no fear in taking the risks for the sake of trying to be cool, showing his confidence and boldness. He's quick to make rash decisions, such as his terrible choice in attire or assuming girls are too nervous to speak to him when they're actually disgusted by him. This doesn't seem to get through to him— as he is probably living in his own little arrogant world.
Karamatsu is extremely vain, seen looking in a mirror multiple times during the series and being overly concerned about his appearance. When Jyushimatsu had a date, Karamatsu dressed up as if he was going on a date and was even fixing his hair— that's how self-centered and over conscious of how others perceive him he actually is.

Even with his unfortunate luck, Karamatsu seems to have a pretty optimistic personality and outlook on life. Yes, even when beaten, ignored and pushed aside, he seems to still illuminate confidence. However, there are a few instances where he goes into dramatic monologues about loneliness or not being accepted, showing that he really does feel hurt from being picked on when it becomes a bit too much. It has lead him to tears on several occasions, but it doesn't seem to last long, pretty soon putting on an overly cocky smirk to move on with his life.

Even though all of the sextuplets desire to have girlfriends, Karamatsu and Todomatsu seem to be the ones who try to flirt the most with girls. While Todomatsu seems to be the most successful, Karamatsu tries entirely too hard to impress girls to where it usually backfires on him from being so.. painful. He doesn't seem embarrassed or shy around girls more than he seems nervous— sometimes— to speak to them. Other times he speaks too much, which often gets him in trouble as he doesn't have much tact or sensitivity for his words or actions. He tries too hard to be charismatic and romance people, making him look like a tool.

He acts like he has a tough attitude, referring to girls as "ugly" (his teasing way to flirt) and wearing leather and sunglasses and throwing himself into reckless fights, but during an "interview" with Chibita he mentions that he wants three specific things: to better himself (recognizing his flaws), to do good for others, and world peace. Karamatsu speaks a lot of talk about being a good person in a prose kind of form with flowery words to emphasize his drama, but we hardly see him try to attempt these bigger goals he has in mind.

Despite all of this, however, Osomatsu states that it wouldn't be the same of Karamatsu was more tolerable, showing that they really do appreciate who he is and can be.

He has specific relationships with his brothers, as follows:

Osomatsu: The first oldest. For this reasoning, Karamatsu seems to share a unique relationship with Osomatsu. As Osomatsu feels a need to watch over his brothers, Karamatsu isn't an exception, encouraging him when Karamatsu frets he'll end up forever lonely. Karamatsu is seen washing Osomatsu's back when they bathe, but also feels as if he can go to Osomatsu for advice regarding his life. Even though all of them argue, Karamatsu is also seen actually standing up against Osomatsu towards the end of the episode, feeling comfortable enough towards him to punch him in the face. They are seen earlier in the series also fist-fighting.

Choromatsu: The third oldest. Karamatsu is hardly seen interacting with Choromatsu as much as he does with the other brothers, but if Todomatsu isn't questioning Karamatsu's behavior, Choromatsu will. When Choromatsu leaves to become independent first, Karamatsu shows nothing but congratulating behavior and encouragement. 

Ichimatsu: The fourth oldest. Ichimatsu, though seemingly cold towards anyone, seems to have a specific intolerance towards Karamatsu. Despite this, Karamatsu doesn't seem to treat Ichimatsu any different from the rest of his brothers. He even backs him up when Ichimatsu was caught doing something embarrassing (trying on Karamatsu's awful clothing and getting caught by Osomatsu) by pretending to be Ichimatsu and encouraging Osomatsu to leave the scene. He also seems passive towards Ichimatsu's bullying when he breaks his glasses on purpose. Even with their tension in their relationship, Ichimatsu and Karamatsu are seen sleeping next to each other in the same big ole futon all six of them sleep in.. so they don't completely dislike each other.

Jyushimatsu: The fifth oldest. Jyushimatsu is probably the only pure one in this sinful place, and like the rest, Karamatsu also keeps an eye on him, referring to him sometimes as "dear Jyushimatsu" or "my Jyushimatsu." He feels like he can trust Jyushimatsu with secrets, bribing him with candy to keep his mouth shut— but also feels a sense of needing to protecting him, going so far as to getting stepping into a fight between he and Osomatsu and pretty much punching him through a wall to break it up.

Todomatsu: The youngest. As mentioned, Karamatsu and Todomatsu seemed to be closer as children. Even if they do not work in pairs together anymore, for whatever reason, Todomatsu seems to be Karamatsu's favorite. He's very interested in Todomatsu's life like the rest of them, and actually cried when Todomatsu lied to told Karamatsu that "you're my favorite brother" showing that Karamatsu desires to have his acceptance most of all.

Abilities: Given the nature and comedy of the series, a lot of weird shit happens to Karamatsu. He seems to be the least fortunate of the 6 brothers and is seen enduring a lot of pain (burned at the stake, falling off of the roof) and surviving. Though, Karamatsu does enjoy a good brawl and tries to fist-fight, only to really getting his ass whooped in the end.
Also, he seems to know a variety of English words, but nothing has confirmed him to be fluent in English.

Also, he plays the guitar? That's a thing he does. According to the comic strips, he also knows how to sew. That's probably how he ends up with such an atrocious wardrobe.


Samples
First Person:

_{[ So, bet you weren't expecting to get bombarded with pictures of this guy's face first thing in the morning. He's really enjoying having a phone now since he could never afford one and it shows by how much he texts everyone. Today is a bit different, because he's not sending jsut any old pictures of himself to people— no no. Instead, he's sending extra painful pictures of himself to everyone. Karamatsu is seen wearing this outfit, but then each picture is a different pose. One, two, three. There isn't any words for awhile, but then this text message follows: ]}

Heh. So it's that time of the year again, where I must repay my honeys for their generosity on Valentine's Day. 

White Day is a celebration of love & passion, as vast as the endless ocean and as tender as a delicate and beautiful rose— selflessness. Ah, all of you have been so wonderful to me, it is time for me to be wonderful to you!

Bang!

Here I am, all you beautiful girls who gave me such delicious chocolate. Come, come, now, and receive the presents I have offered for you. ♥

_{[ is he going to even point out that.. nobody gave him chocolates at all on Valentine's Day? Of course not. That's the entire point. Everyone must think he's pretty popular and adored to have to make a big announcement to everyone! That's a genius plan. ]}

Third Person: here @ my musebox.

Arrival
Room Request: Random is fine, but room me with somebody!
Terrarium of Choice: This one.
Inventory:
- Pocket comb.
- Pair of sunglasses. .
- A pair of jeans.
- A tanktop with his face on it.
- Blue "Matsu" hoodie with shoes.


Previous Game History: N/A.