Northampton

Northampton (ノーザンプトン) is a character in the game *Kantai Collection* (艦隊これくしょん), also known as KanColle - Combined Fleet Girls Collection (Kantai Collection), a personified heavy cruiser ship girl. Her design is based on the lead ship of the US Navy's Northampton-class heavy cruisers, USS Northampton (CA-26). In the game, Northampton appears as a blonde-haired, blue-eyed girl with glasses. Her personality is gentle and mature, but she also harbors a fear of night battles stemming from her historical sinking during the Battle of Lunga Point. Despite this, she remains a loyal fleet member, willing to fight to protect her comrades. Northampton has several different skins in the game, including special versions such as Yukata, Valentine's Day, and Cocktail Dress, each showcasing her unique charm. Her presence enriches the game's world and has garnered her the affection of many players.