Appearance of Hoshigaki Riku
Age (start): 8 years old
Height/Build: Slightly shorter than his peers but wiry and athletic. His body shows signs of constant training—lean muscles, quick reflexes, and a springy agility.
Skin Tone: Warm bronze complexion, common among Iwa shinobi who train outdoors in the rocky terrain.
Hair: Thick, dark ash-brown hair, slightly spiky at the back but usually tied in a short, messy ponytail to keep it out of his eyes.
Eyes: Sharp, stone-grey eyes that reflect determination. When he focuses, they seem to harden like granite.
Facial Features: Angular jawline even as a child, with a slightly serious expression. His brows naturally furrow, giving him a look of focus and stubbornness.
Clothing (Academy years):
Sleeveless dark grey training shirt (for freer movement).
Black shinobi shorts reinforced with stone-patterned stitching (a clan design).
Simple sandals.
Forearm wraps and shin guards to protect during taijutsu drills.