Angel Beats! Tachibana Kanade is reimagined in the Aqua Float Girls line with a serene presence and a gentle, floating pose. Her long silver hair cascades around a translucent, water-inspired base, catching light with a pearlescent sheen. She wears an aqua-toned swimsuit that contrasts with her pale skin, accented by delicate white trim and subtle metallic details. Subtle sculpted folds in the fabric mimic movement under water, while sculpted accessories evoke air bubbles and gentle waves. The face presents Kanade's calm expression with glossy blue eyes and a composed gaze. A clear, compact stand supports a buoyant silhouette that feels playful yet tranquil, capturing the essence of a water-themed character.

In Angel Beats!, Tachibana Kanade is introduced as Angel, a quiet and enigmatic student who appears to control much of the afterlife high school's battles. Her composed demeanor, precise movements, and soft, otherworldly presence mask a deeper tenderness and a longing to connect with her peers. Throughout the series, Otonashi's growing effort to reach Kanade reveals a complex bond: she sacrifices her own role to protect others, while her memories and true motivations gradually surface. As the group confronts regrets from their past lives, Kanade's evolving relationship with Otonashi helps reveal that beneath her serene exterior lies a capacity for trust, choice, and shared humanity. The arc culminates in a poignant transformation that reshapes the students' understanding of life, death, and friendship.