Zack’s best friend and respected superior
Profile
Age: Around 25 years old
Birthplace: Banora
Weapon: Buster Sword
Voice Actor (JP): Kazuhiko Inoue
Voice Actor (ENG): Josh Gilman
A 1st Class SOLDIER known for his strong sense of responsibility and reliability. Although he is Zack’s superior, he treats Zack with equality and warmth. His warm personality has endeared him to many and he is even a close friend of both Genesis and Sephiroth, who often keep their distance. He and Genesis, in particular, are trusted friends from the same village. The massive sword on his back, the Buster Sword, was a gift from his parents and is a symbol of his pride.
Pride in his Poverty
Having grown up in a humble family in the rural countryside, Angeal is proud of his humble upbringing. “I may be poor, but I’m part of a family with ordinary happiness,” he thought. By working harder than others, he was able to feel a connection with his hardworking father. Even if the truth undermines those feelings…
↑ The reason why he takes such good care of the Buster Sword is because it was given to him by his father, who earned it through his tireless efforts.
His Hobby is Taking Care of “Puppies”?
Among the 1st Class SOLDIERs, Angeal is particularly sensible and attentive, and often looks after his younger colleagues. In particular, he has been working with Zack for a long time, and has followed up with Zack because of his recklessness many times. Angeal calls him “Zack the Puppy” privately and cares for him even when Zack is restless and unsure of what to do.
↑ His mother and close friends already know that he calls Zack “a puppy”. He also tells his fans, “My hobby is taking care of dogs”.
“As long as you live, never abandon your pride”
Angeal values “pride” more than anything else. Words like, “In order to live as a hero, as a SOLDIER and as a person, you must never forget your pride”, made a deep impression on his younger colleagues, especially Zack, and lived on in them.
↑ The Buster Sword is the symbol of Angeal’s pride. Later, Zack would inherit the Buster Sword as well as Angeal’s convictions.
“If you want to be a hero you need to have dreams. And also pride.”
——Opening, etc: To Zack, who says he wants to be a hero
“You’re more important than my sword. But just a little.”
——Fort Tamblin: Protecting Zack with the Buster Sword, which Angeal doesn’t usually use
“Then what goals should an angel have? What dreams should I have?”
——Inside the Sector 5 Plate: Pointing to one of the wings on his back
“No matter what happens, I must hold onto my pride. As long as the Buster Sword is with me.”
——Sector 0: Appealing to Zack for help
←↑ Angeal teaches the principles of humanity with his words, actions, and his whole self. His honest way of life is something indispensable Zack cannot forget.
↑ When he suddenly grew one wing, he was on the brink of despair, but his pride kept him rational.