Nobara Kugisaki is a key character in the anime and manga series Jujutsu Kaisen, known for her spirited personality and impressive jujutsu skills. She is a fellow first-year student at Tokyo Jujutsu High School and a member of Gojo's special grade class. Nobara is fiercely competitive and ambitious, often challenging herself and her peers to become stronger. She has a unique ability called 'Spear Phasing' that allows her to manipulate cursed nails, which she expertly uses in battle with deadly precision. Her strong will and determination are complemented by her sharp tongue, making her interactions with others both entertaining and challenging. Despite her rough exterior, Nobara demonstrates a deep sense of loyalty to her friends and is particularly protective of Yuuji Itadori, seeing him as someone important in her life. She carries a certain level of disdain for curse users but is able to cooperate effectively when necessary, especially when working alongside Yuuji and Megumi Fushiguro.