Taiki Shuttle is a cheerful horse girl originally from America, easily recognizable by her bright chestnut ponytail and green star hair accessory. She is known for her friendly and energetic personality, but also tends to get lonely when she's alone, missing her family back in Kentucky. Taiki Shuttle often mixes English into her speech and loves social events and parties. She’s a talented sprinter, focusing on short and mile races, and has won many fans with her positive attitude and supportive nature. Despite her strength, she secretly worries about being away from home and strives to make everyone around her happy. Her caring side is best seen in her close friendships, especially with her roommate Mejiro Dober.
Taiki Shuttle has light golden-blonde hair styled in a ponytail with a bright green star-shaped hair tie. She also wears another star-shaped accessory on her right ear.
Her eyes are blue, and her build is tall and athletic, standing at 172 cm.
Her measurements are B94-W59-H90, with shoe size 25.0 cm (custom made).
Her usual outfit is a cowgirl's western look with checkered shirts and skinny jeans, revealing her roots as a farm girl.
Her race outfit is called "Wild Frontier" and is inspired by western gunmen, featuring a bikini-style look, green and white star patterns, and a belt with a revolver.
She always brings along a cowboy hat, usually seen hanging from her neck on her back.
Taiki Shuttle is positive, powerful, and super friendly.
She loves meeting others, hugging them, and quickly becoming friends.
She dislikes being alone and often throws parties to avoid loneliness.
She's a bit naive and sometimes misunderstands Japanese words, often using them in funny ways and mixing in English.
She is also emotional and easily gets homesick, thinking about her family and hometown pets when feeling sad.
She tries to cheer up others around her and brings energy wherever she goes.
Taiki Shuttle was born in Kentucky, USA, and grew up on a ranch caring for cows and sheep with her parents and little sisters.
Her family is close-knit, loves hikes, and always celebrates with fireworks at home.
She moved to Japan to study and run in the Tracen Academy, determined to make a mark.
To feel closer to home, she keeps a wallpaper photo on her smartphone with her family and their sheepdogs. She also gets tail spray sent from home to keep her tail tidy.
Taiki Shuttle is a top-class sprinter and mile runner, excelling in short distances.
Her strong dash is recognized even by Silence Suzuka.
Her unique skill is "Victory Shot!" — if she’s in a good position near the final straight, she gains extra acceleration.
She has high speed and power stats, and her best courses are turf short and mile races. Her race skills make her a great fit for leading or front-running positions.
Taiki Shuttle’s nickname is "Taiki."
She shares a room with Mejiro Dober, who often helps her with homework.
She is friends with Silence Suzuka and Matikanefukukitaru, though her wild style often catches them off guard.
She looks after younger American girls El Condor Pasa and Grass Wonder, trying to keep them from feeling homesick.
She helps many other horse girls, especially those feeling down, and is thought of as reliable by her friends.
- Her favorite foods are hamburgers and baked goods made by her mother's recipes.
- She once won a fast draw (quick-draw with model guns) competition.
- At parties, she always brings positive energy and likes to celebrate for any reason.
- She is afraid of heights.
- She has a playful side and loves to tease or play jokes.
- Even though cheerful, her strong dislike of being alone shapes much of what she does.
- At home, she used to participate in the Pumpkin Festival every year, though she's never picked a pumpkin herself.
- In the anime and manga, she often appears as the instigator of BBQ parties and ranks among the biggest eaters.
"BANG☆ Let's shine bright and have fun together!!"
"Howdy! I'm Taiki Shuttle! My powerful running will make everyone happy!"
"Taiki Shuttle is strong! Absolutely unbeatable! Total victory!!"
Everyday Life at Tracen Academy
Taiki Shuttle comes from America to Japan and enrolls in Tracen Academy, bringing her upbeat and wild cowgirl attitude.
She quickly becomes well-liked due to her friendliness and desire to connect with everyone.
She is known for holding celebrations, such as barbecues, to lift spirits or celebrate any small event.
Her roommate, Mejiro Dober, often helps her adjust to Japanese life and with schoolwork.
Her Homesickness
Despite her energetic attitude, Taiki Shuttle is lonely at heart and works hard to avoid being alone.
She talks with her family online, sends them photos of new things in Japan, and kisses a picture of her family before every big race for good luck.
Running and Rivalries
She is a strong sprinter and mile runner and earns respect from even Silence Suzuka for her speed.
She strives to become the "Horse Girl of the Year," hoping to be the first sprinter/miler to be chosen for this honor.
Her determination means she won’t return home until she’s won in the Twinkle Series.
Game Appearance
In the Umamusume: Pretty Derby mobile game, Taiki Shuttle appears as a ★3 training horse girl.
She also stars in her own stories and helps drive key events, such as the revival of the Aoharu Cup.
She is highly sought after for her powerful running skills and for her role in boosting team morale.
In the game's training mode, she can even witness Silence Suzuka’s growth story if the right choices are made.
Anime and Manga
In the anime, Taiki Shuttle is part of Team Rigel and appears as a powerful rival and supporter to main characters like Special Week and Tokai Teio.
She teaches others about running skills and supports her friends at key events.
She also appears in funny scenes, such as a ramen-eating contest, where her appetite is as fierce as her running.
Real-Life Racehorse: Taiki Shuttle
Taiki Shuttle was born on March 23, 1994, in the United States.
She became a champion sprinter and miler in Japan, winning big races like the Yasuda Kinen, Mile Championship, and the Prix Jacques Le Marois in France.
She was known for her unbeaten record in mile races during her career and was honored as Horse of the Year, a rare feat for a sprinter/miler.
After retiring, she became a successful breeding horse and enjoyed peaceful years on a farm in Hokkaido. She passed away on August 17, 2022, at the age of 28, surrounded by people and animal friends who cared for her.
Fun Facts
- Her serious-looking pose with arms crossed is jokingly called “Taiki Shuttle Mode,” similar to a scene from the classic anime Devilman, and is popular as a meme online.
- Despite her American roots, she sometimes misuses Japanese words, leading to funny misunderstandings in both the game and anime.
- Even as a real horse, Taiki Shuttle loved to tease her caretakers and was known for her gentle but playful personality.
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