Kaka

Biodata

Feature	Value
Name	Kaka (卡卡) 22
Alias(es)	Ricardo; Ricardo Izecson dos Santos Leite 105 115
Species/Race	Human
Gender	Male 22
Affiliation	AC Milan 22 832
Occupation/Role	Professional footballer; later Milan youth-team coach and first-team assistant coach 785 832
First Appearance	Chapter 15 (introduced); Chapter 22 (first on-page meeting) 15 22

Background / History

Kaka comes from a comparatively well-off family: his father, Vincent Bosco, is an engineer, while his mother is a teacher. Huang Kaiwen had followed Kaka's matches for São Paulo before they became AC Milan teammates. When they finally meet at Huang's home, Kaka responds shyly to Huang's admiration and immediately begins forming a bond with him. 22 105

Huang's system identifies Kaka as a future Ballon d'Or winner whose career risks being derailed by a knee injury and delayed treatment. Huang works to retain Gianni Nanni and improve Milan's medical setup; the completed fate record later states that Nanni's treatment allows Kaka to fully overcome his injury. 22 23 83

The same record credits the altered fate with Kaka winning and retaining the Ballon d'Or, earning multiple Ballon d'Or and World Player of the Year awards, and becoming one of Brazil's greatest players. After the mission concludes, his relationship with Huang is formally recorded as “friends through life and death.” 83

Appearance

Kaka is repeatedly portrayed as exceptionally handsome, with a shy smile and a polished public image that attracts considerable attention from supporters. 22 402

• Wore AC Milan's number 10 during his early partnership with Huang. 27 460
• Later commentary notes that he had become noticeably thinner despite remaining disciplined. 629
• His head-up running posture, long strides, and direct central carries are signature visual elements of his play. 115

Personality

Kaka is devout, kind-hearted, and initially shy around new people. Huang considers him someone “you couldn't help but like,” citing his faith, appearance, and ability. 7 22

Away from football, he is intensely competitive and sometimes childlike about video games. He repeatedly challenges Huang at Winning Eleven, plays Pokémon and other games with him in the stands, and becomes invested in obtaining a Dragon Slaying Blade in Legend of Mir. 23 47 102 105

He is straightforward and unable to conceal his worries well. He prioritizes his bond with Huang over his relationship with Caroline, accepts the breakup without turning against his friend, and later seeks Huang's forgiveness over his own infidelity. 45 46 167 522

Abilities & Skills

Long-distance Dribbling

Kaka's defining footballing ability is carrying the ball directly through central areas at high speed. His dribbling emphasizes long strides, a rapid cadence, and minimal unnecessary feints.

• Can burst through heavily guarded central midfield zones using acceleration and changes of direction. 27 115
• Maintains speed while dribbling, making him difficult to stop even for defenders already positioned in front of him. 27 233
• His named Long-distance Dribbling skill increases success rates on central breakthroughs and slightly improves long-range shooting. 83 133

Long-range Shooting

Kaka is a prolific threat from outside the penalty area.

• Scored eight long-range goals by the match against Roma and reached ten for the season by the Juventus match. 54 77
• Frequently strikes quickly after carrying the ball forward or arriving at the top of the box. 77 490
• His decisive long-range dribble and finish against Villarreal sends Milan to the UEFA Champions League final. 165

Combination Play and Passing

Kaka forms Milan's most important attacking partnership with Huang Kaiwen, combining through quick exchanges, overlapping runs, and direct counterattacks.

• Sets up Huang's first UEFA Champions League goal with a fast through ball against Shakhtar Donetsk. 27
• Combines with Huang to create chances against Barcelona, Roma, Bayern Munich, Juventus, and Villarreal. 36 54 115 149 165
• Provides many of the passes for Huang's goals in Milan's Champions League final victory over Barcelona. 170

Defensive Reading and Tactical Flexibility

Although primarily an attacking midfielder, Kaka can read attacking players' intentions and contribute to defensive transitions.

• Anticipates and blocks Alexis Sánchez's attempted dribbling move before immediately recycling possession. 490
• Has played as a false nine, using his movement and distribution to link Milan's attack. 567
• Continues to support Huang with intelligent off-ball movement and defender-drawing runs even after losing some of his former explosiveness. 661

Documented Attribute Profile

Attribute	Rating
Strength	3
Speed	5
Physique	3
Dribbling	4
Technique	4
Defense	2

Assessment shown during a Milan tactical analysis. 85

Relationships

• Huang Kaiwen / Kevin — Closest friend, on-pitch partner, gaming companion, and later “friend through life and death.” Huang's efforts to change Kaka's injury fate enable Kaka's extended success; Huang later serves as best man at Kaka's wedding. 22 83 396
• Caroline — Former girlfriend. She develops feelings for Huang and ends her relationship with Kaka; Kaka ultimately chooses to preserve his friendship with Huang. 34 45 46
• Beatrice — Wife. Kaka is dating her by the Palermo match, later marries her, and becomes a father. 118 396 528
• Digao — Younger brother. Kaka worries about Digao's limited opportunities and uncertain prospects after his move to Lecce. 454
• Filippo Inzaghi — Milan teammate and fellow gamer. Inzaghi repeatedly tries to recruit Kaka and Huang into his imagined “Three Musketeers.” 57 140
• Sergio Ramos — Friend and fellow member of Huang's circle; they vacation together and later work around Milan's coaching structure. 686 832

Story Role / Major Arcs

Formation of the Kaka–Huang Partnership

Kaka becomes Huang Kaiwen's closest teammate shortly after their first meeting. Their early on-pitch partnership is established when Kaka assists Huang's first Champions League goal against Shakhtar Donetsk, and their connection becomes a central feature of Milan's counterattacking play. 22 27 36

Injury Fate and Ballon d'Or Future

Huang learns that Kaka's knee injury could permanently limit his peak if treatment is delayed. The medical intervention around Gianni Nanni becomes the key to changing that future; after Kaka recovers, the system records his rise into a multiple-time Ballon d'Or and World Player of the Year winner. 22 83

Caroline's Confession

Caroline's growing interest in Huang threatens the friendship between the two Milan stars. Kaka accepts her decision to break up, while Huang rejects her to avoid betraying Kaka; their mutual choice to prioritize brotherhood deepens their relationship. 45 46

Milan's Decisive Attacking Star

Kaka repeatedly delivers in major matches: he scores against Juventus, drives Milan's comeback against Villarreal, and creates goals alongside Huang in Champions League finals. His direct dribbling and finishing make him Milan's most dangerous central attacker even when opponents focus their defensive plans on him. 77 149 165 170 233

Milan Veteran and Coach

After Huang's departure for Real Madrid, Kaka remains at Milan and becomes the club's primary star. He later returns from injury to play key roles in Milan's attack, including a false-nine assignment against Chelsea. 175 228 562 567

Following his playing career, Kaka joins Milan's youth team to help guide young players, particularly his son Paolo's development. He later becomes an assistant coach and takes on temporary first-team duties when Huang is absent. 785 832

Notable Quotes

“Kevin is the perfect teammate. He is humble, yet immensely capable. He keeps a low profile, yet he is dependable. As long as Kevin stays healthy, he is the most important member of the team.” 29

“There is only one winner in football, and that is Kevin. He is the greatest player in history.” 416