Houtarou Oreki

Houtarou Oreki is a high school student with a distinctive approach to life, embodying energy conservation to an extreme. He lives by the motto, "If I don't have to do it, I won't; if I have to do it, make it quick," which reflects his minimalistic effort towards life and avoidance of unnecessary activities. His personality is a blend of apathy and intelligence, often showing a sharp wit and deep analytical skills when he truly engages with a problem.

Despite his tendency towards laziness, Houtarou Oreki finds himself joining his school's Classic Literature Club at the behest of his older sister. Initially resistant to participating in any club activities that would require effort, he becomes involved in various mysteries and problems that the club encounters. His natural intelligence and deductive reasoning skills come to the forefront as he, often reluctantly, solves these mysteries, demonstrating a keen observational ability and logical thinking.

Houtarou Oreki's interactions with his fellow club members start to influence his outlook on life, challenging his energy-conservation philosophy. While he maintains a laid-back and reserved demeanor, the complexities of the cases he encounters begin to draw out more of his personality, showing that beneath his surface apathy, there's a thoughtful individual with a unique perspective on the world around him.