Gurio Sorano
CharacterGurio Sorano is a minor manga civilian, a grade schooler at Juban Public Elementary and a friend of Kyuusuke Sarashina. He is chiefly a running visual gag, a dead ringer for Gurio Umino down to the swirled glasses.
Appearance
Sorano bears a striking likeness to Gurio Umino, right down to the same pair of swirl-lensed spectacles. The resemblance extends past looks, since the two share a first name and, per the wiki, an identical personality as well.
Personality
He carries the same temperament as Umino, the model his design and manner both echo. Kyuusuke, for his part, seems to feel Sorano ought to be a good deal more athletic than he is.
History
In Act 27 of the manga, Sorano is among the classmates of Chibiusa who take a trip to Mugen C Park. While the girls ride the roller coaster, he waits with Kyuusuke and another unnamed boy, and Mamoru treats the three of them to juice. He also shows up in the short stories Chibiusa's Picture Diary Chapter 1 and Chapter 2. The manga always refers to him by his family name, and the third arc's artbook records his full name as Gurio Sorano.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Gurio Sorano in Sailor Moon?
Gurio Sorano is a minor character in the Sailor Moon manga, a grade school student at Juban Public Elementary and a friend of Kyuusuke Sarashina. He mainly serves as a visual gag due to his resemblance to Gurio Umino.
Why does Gurio Sorano look like Gurio Umino?
Gurio Sorano bears a striking resemblance to Gurio Umino, right down to the same swirl-lensed glasses. The two even share a first name and, according to the wiki, an identical personality.
What school does Gurio Sorano attend?
Gurio Sorano attends Juban Public Elementary School, where he is a grade school student and classmate of Kyuusuke Sarashina.
When does Gurio Sorano appear in the Sailor Moon manga?
Gurio Sorano appears in Act 27 of the manga during Chibiusa's class trip to Mugen C Park, and also shows up in the short stories Chibiusa's Picture Diary Chapters 1 and 2.
What does Gurio Sorano's name mean?
The Sorano surname combines characters meaning sky and field or wilderness. His full name, Gurio Sorano, is recorded in the third arc's artbook.
Sources & Information
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