Kyo Soma

"Maybe I'm not perfect. Maybe I have a long way to go. But someday... someday I'll be able to stand and walk on my own. Without hurting anyone... and without being a burden."

- Kyo Soma to Kazuma Soma

Kyo Soma is one of the main characters of Fruits Basket. He used to be cursed by the spirit of the cat of the Chinese zodiac which caused him to transform into an orange cat when hugged by a member of the opposite sex.

In Fruits Basket: Another, he is the father of Hajime Soma.

Appearance
Kyo has bright orange hair and orange eyes to match. He is near the same height as Tohru in the beginning of the series, but he grows taller as the series goes on.

He is often seen wearing loose clothes, baggy pants, and t-shirts.

Personality
Kyo is short-tempered and charismatic, though awkward initially. Despite his cold and aggressive nature, Kyo's heart later softens upon realizing Tohru's care for him is sincere.

He is fiercely competitive and can be manipulated into doing things by turning it into a competition—especially against Yuki.