Closed Eyes

When it comes to anime characters, closed lids are more than just an oddity; they’re actually a defining characteristic more commonly associated with cunning and wise individuals like Gin Ichimaru or Ranpo, rendered in thin lines of threads that signify slyness and intelligence beneath the arrogant twist of the lips. This "smiling with closed lids" business makes them instantly stand out in crowded panels, especially with the addition of subtle shading around the lids and eyebrows that convey as much if not more than the open eyes themselves ever could. This character quirk is utilized by the artists to create an air of mystery around the character type, whether it’s the fox-like sly individual or the genius with a carefree attitude that’s zoning out in his own thoughts as the character is rendered as a wallpaper-worthy character within the image gallery below.