Gemquest: The Anime

Josh Orcutt for Arigo Takahiro

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Arigo Takahiro
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Arigo Takahiro's personality is marked by a pronounced aloofness that mirrors his detachment from close personal connections and a general disregard for the emotions of those around him. He prioritizes his broader ambitions, viewing personal relationships as secondary, often seeing them as unnecessary distractions. Despite his reserved demeanor, Arigo's presence is undeniably commanding; he exerts his influence quietly but with undeniable force, utilizing his formidable magical abilities and strategic acumen to subtly yet effectively direct situations and people. His leadership style is assertive and uncompromising, ensuring his objectives are clearly understood and followed without the need for overt declarations.

Arigo is manipulative and controlling, adept in the arts of deception. He skillfully lies, withholds information, or manipulates circumstances to maintain control over outcomes. He perceives others primarily as tools or pawns, assessing their value based on their utility towards achieving his goals, making him pragmatic but cold and unempathetic. This utilitarian view is further tainted by a condescending attitude towards those he considers weaker or less capable, rarely masking his disdain unless it serves a strategic purpose.

At the heart of Arigo's philosophy lies a deep-seated belief in the supremacy of power. He sees power not just as a means to an end but as the ultimate goal, driving him to relentlessly pursue power in all its forms—magical, political, and social. This pursuit fuels his ambition to reshape the world according to his vision. Arigo's combination of arrogance, manipulation, and an unyielding quest for power crafts him into a formidable, often intimidating figure. He exerts his power even in situations where it is unnecessary, viewing most people as mere chess pieces to be moved at will in his strategic play. Depending on the perspective from which his story is viewed, Arigo embodies the traits of an anti-hero or a compelling antagonist, making him a central figure in the narrative with a complex and compelling persona.


Voice description:
  • male adult
  • Laughing softly, a sound devoid of any true mirth, Arigo commented, "People are so predictable. Dangle a bit of power, and they'll betray everything they claim to hold dear. It’s almost too easy." He turned his gaze to his latest recruit. "Learn from this. Power is the only constant. Everything else is transient."

  • Standing over the battlefield, surveying the chaos he had orchestrated, Arigo's expression was one of cold satisfaction. "See what happens when you underestimate me?" he muttered to himself, a dark chuckle escaping his lips. "This is just the beginning. The world will learn to fear the name Arigo Takahiro."

  • "They'll never understand the bigger picture, will they?" Arigo's voice was barely above a whisper, his tone dripping with condescension. He watched the council members argue amongst themselves, a faint smirk playing on his lips. "Petty squabbles over inconsequential details," he mused, his eyes glinting with cold amusement. "Power is wasted on those who don't know how to wield it."

Josh Orcutt
Gemquest: The Anime
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