Veteran voice actor Hikaru Midorikawa, known for iconic roles like Heero Yuy in "Mobile Suit Gundam Wing," Kaede Rukawa in "Slam Dunk," and Naoki Shinjyo in "Future GPX Cyber Formula," is a true pioneer among idol VAs. His cool, versatile voice has captivated fans for decades.
Midorikawa recently hosted a "Mobile Suit Gundam Wing" fan meet-and-greet and talk show in Ikebukuro, chatting with fans and thanking them for their unwavering support. One lucky attendee shared an unforgettable interaction: during the official "Invitation Tearing Event," she presented Midorikawa with a custom-made "Lady Relena's Personal Envelope." Midorikawa proceeded to tear it open, delivering that legendary line, leaving countless netizens green with envy!
It was fan Kanna who handed her handmade "Lady Relena's Personal Deden Envelope" to Midorikawa. With incredible care, he tore it open, then, brimming with emotion, he uttered that iconic line directly to her: "I'm going to kill you." Kanna was utterly moved, calling it a treasure she'll cherish forever.
She also mentioned that initially, entry was by lottery, but with so many fans bringing invitations, Midorikawa declared, "Since you're all here, why not tear a few more?" He even walked into the audience himself, tearing numerous invitations for everyone! He also stated, "As long as it's a Gundam Wing event, I'll participate with all my might, no matter how busy I am." His active engagement with fans and his deep love for the series are truly heartwarming! 
The event also featured a "Heero's Famous Lines Popularity Ranking Quiz," which, aside from the top spot, proved incredibly tough to guess – even Midorikawa himself hesitated! But that meant fans got to hear him voice countless classic lines live, a truly blissful experience! There was even a live rendition of the anime's title call, sending shivers down everyone's spines. The enduring passion for "Gundam Wing" was palpable, and attendees were thrilled to be part of it.
Other fans who brought their invitations also shared their joy of interacting with Midorikawa in person that day.
Midorikawa also took to X (formerly Twitter) to thank all the fans who attended, expressing how much he enjoyed interacting with everyone.
He also admitted he never expected the "Invitation Tearing Event" to be such a hit, hinting that it might make a return at future fan meets. He even polled fans, asking which scenarios would be most entertaining if the other four "Gundam Wing" pilots were to perform similar skit-like interactions.
It's clear Midorikawa is incredibly dedicated to his fans, going above and beyond to make their event experience special. He's also been quite active on social media since joining X this year. Meanwhile, the buzz around "Mobile Suit Gundam Wing's" 30th anniversary truly highlights the series' enduring popularity and its loyal fanbase. Perhaps we'll see more in-person events featuring the other main cast members in the future!