Takao is rendered in a commanding three‑quarter pose that feels both poised and ready for action. The figure emphasizes the ship‑styled silhouette with layered armor plates, fine rivets, and subtle weathering that reads as battle wear rather than decoration. A deep navy and steel gray palette is accented by metallic highlights along the bow, rails, and shoulder areas, while small white paneling details echo the character’s service uniform. The base offers a gentle waterline texture with frothy hints to suggest sea spray, grounding Takao in her maritime world. Textural richness is achieved through careful sculpting on portholes, anchor motifs, and the organic curves of the hull‑inspired armor. The finish uses a light matte coat to reduce glare and a soft wash to bring out panel lines, creating a display piece that feels both heroic and refined within any Arpeggio collection.

Takao is one of the fleet’s proud frontline ships who gradually opens up to cooperation with humans after meeting the protagonist team. In the story, she is a sentient ship, a Mental Model who retains her own will and code of honor, often acting as a mentor and protector to younger fleet mates. Her arc explores loyalty, duty, and the tension between obedience to the System and the empathy she develops toward people she fights alongside. The character's voice and decisions reflect a blend of steely resolve and growing curiosity about the human world. On the battlefield, Takao's strategic mindset and steadfast leadership help the protagonists navigate dangerous engagements against rival fleets and the Siren forces. Through trials, she learns to balance her warring nature with a desire for peace and cooperation.