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[Detailed Character Profiles]

◇ Jiro Tsukomi

"Showa-era passion, cutting through the Reiwa era. An indomitable senior entrepreneur."

• Basic Info: Born in 1964, 61 years old (as of 2026).

• Background: A former delinquent and sports-oriented guy. After changing jobs, he ran a company selling domestic and imported daily goods for 20 years.

• Traits: * Super Healthy: A lean, muscular fitness enthusiast and health nut.

  • Personality: Deeply compassionate and sentimental. He has a lecherous side, but is a stubborn man who values loyalty and principles.

  • Skills: A challenger who handles PCs and smartphones even at 61.

• Hobbies: Strength training, reading, cooking, driving.

• Quote: "AI is amazing! But in the end, it's 'human power' that counts!"

◇ Taiji Hoke

"Oh my, oh my... The lovable, naturally airheaded salaryman by the window."

• Basic Information: Born in 1967, 58 years old (as of 2026).

• Background: A section manager in the sales department of a mid-sized trading company (nearing retirement). He has been Jiro's junior for over 40 years in a love-hate relationship and has served as the long-time "butt of the joke." Although often mistaken for Jiro's "subordinate" at his company, he is actually a salesperson from a client company. He shows up at Jiro's office almost every day to slack off.

• Characteristics:

  • Personality: Gentle and optimistic. Liked by everyone, but can snap over trivial things.

  • IT Refugee: He is quite behind the wave of digitalization and is always breaking into a cold sweat.

  • Weaknesses: Strong-willed women and exercise. His recent "potbelly" is a source of concern.

• Likes: Alcohol, banquets, and young women.

◇ Ai Kasoku

"A 20-something AI strategist who wraps the old guys around her finger"

• Basic Information: Born in 1999, 27 years old (as of 2026).

• Occupation: Web designer and AI advisor. A consultant for AI-related tasks at Jiro's company.

• Changes in Setting: In the early stages of the series, she appeared in person as a flesh-and-blood "human consultant" supporting the AI operations at Jiro's company. However, as the story progressed, the setting completely shifted to her appearing as a "virtual AI agent (hologram)" that 100% reflects her thoughts and knowledge.

• Characteristics:

  • Professional: A calm and collected woman while on the job. An expert in AI and digital technology.

  • Gap: Actually bright and charming, and a stunning beauty when she takes off her glasses. Possesses a strong sense of justice and love for her family.

  • Special Skill: Extremely skilled at handling middle-aged men and keeping them under control.

🔸 [Ai Kasoku's Data Eye]

This is a dedicated corner for "data analysis and life hack presentation," which is the core of this work, featured after the 4-panel manga.
Appearing in this corner is "Ai Kasoku," who is modeled after a physical AI.
Based on real statistical data, sports analytics, and psychological evidence as of 2026, she coldly and smartly dissects the "daily absurdities" and "digital society issues" that President Jiro and Section Chief Taiji face in the main manga story.

It is a platform that goes beyond mere gags to logically consolidate "practical AI utilization methods" and "thought organization (patterns)" that are useful for the readers' business and daily lives.