Suruga Kanbaru

Suruga Kanbaru is a high school athlete and major character in the Monogatari series. A former basketball star, she becomes involved with Koyomi Araragi after jealousy activates the Rainy Devil attached to her arm.

Suruga Kanbaru's school life and character development

Kanbaru is energetic, blunt, self-aware, loyal, and open about her attraction to women. The Rainy Devil grants dangerous superhuman strength and speed while twisting wishes toward violence.

Suruga Kanbaru's defining traits and capabilities

Her love for Hitagi Senjougahara, friendship with Araragi, and later mentorship of younger characters help her confront envy and responsibility.