Ayanokouji Kiyotaka is the main character in the light novel series Classroom of the Elite, written by Syougo Kinugasa. He is a student at Tokyo Metropolitan Advanced Nurturing High School, a prestigious institution that focuses on developing the abilities of its students. Kiyotaka is known for his exceptional intelligence and strategic thinking, often operating in the background rather than seeking the spotlight. Despite his talents, Kiyotaka prefers to remain unnoticed and avoids drawing attention to himself. He has a mysterious past, having been raised in the White Room, a facility designed to create highly skilled individuals. This background influences his actions and relationships throughout the series.