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Astolfo is a Servant of the Rider class, summoned as a member of the Black Faction in the Great Holy Grail War. His true identity is that of a legendary knight from French heroic epics, an English prince and the son of King Odo, who became one of the legendary Twelve Paladins serving the emperor Charlemagne. Despite his noble origins, he is widely characterized by his eccentric and unpredictable nature, a trait famously attributed to his "Rationality Evaporation," which defines nearly every aspect of his personality and actions.
In terms of personality, Astolfo is a chaotic but fundamentally benevolent force. He is an extreme optimist and a hedonist, acting entirely on impulse without weighing consequences or strategizing for the future. This lack of rational restraint means he does whatever he feels like at any given moment, yet his core instincts are always aligned with good. He never intentionally commits evil acts and is driven by a pure, childlike sense of justice and compassion. This makes him a genuine "good person" who cannot stand by when he sees suffering, even if alleviating it comes at a great cost to himself or his allies. He is also notably unconcerned with his own weakness as a warrior, relying on his high luck and a diverse collection of powerful magical items rather than raw combat skill.
Astolfo’s primary motivation throughout the story is not a wish on the Holy Grail, but a simple, heartfelt desire to help others. This is most clearly demonstrated in his pivotal relationship with the homunculus Sieg. When Sieg, a short-lived artificial human, desperately asks for help to escape his fate, Astolfo is the only one who responds. Ignoring the strategic interests of his own faction and the potential consequences, Astolfo frees Sieg, setting the entire alternate plot of the war in motion. After Sieg’s original master is killed, Astolfo willingly forms a new contract with him, becoming his loyal protector and closest friend. His cheerfulness and unwavering support provide Sieg with the emotional foundation to embrace his newfound humanity and freedom.
Other key relationships further define his role. He shares a deep bond with his fellow paladin, Roland, a history that explains his signature feminine appearance. In the legends, Astolfo famously traveled to the moon to retrieve Roland's lost sanity and, to help stabilize his friend's mind, adopted the habit of wearing women's clothing. Within the Black Faction, he clashes ideologically with his more serious allies, such as the pragmatic archer Chiron and the proud Lancer Vlad III, who is often infuriated by Astolfo's reckless disobedience. He also engages in a spirited rivalry with Mordred, the Saber of the Red Faction, where his playful and evasive fighting style contrasts sharply with her aggressive and direct approach.
Astolfo shows little traditional character development in the sense of changing his core beliefs. Instead, his unwavering nature serves as a catalyst for change in others. By acting on his pure instincts, he proves that heroism does not require calculation or great power, but simply the will to do what is right. His most significant moment of growth is his decision to remain in the world after the war, sustained by Sieg’s limitless magical energy, to wait for his friend’s eventual return, a testament to the strength and sincerity of the bond he formed.
His notable abilities as a Servant rely less on raw power and more on a versatile arsenal of Noble Phantasms. He rides the Hippogriff, a legendary paradoxical beast that is part eagle and part horse. When its true name is invoked, this mount can phase into another dimension, becoming intangible and evading all attacks for a short time, making it an unparalleled tool for reconnaissance and escape. He wields the Trap of Argalia, a magic lance that has the power to knock any target off their feet regardless of their magical resistance or physical strength, tripping even the mightiest of heroes. He also possesses Casseur de Logistille, a magical grimoire that can break any spell or magical contract, and the Black Luna, a horn that when blown unleashes a terrifying sound that can shatter the sanity of all who hear it.
In terms of personality, Astolfo is a chaotic but fundamentally benevolent force. He is an extreme optimist and a hedonist, acting entirely on impulse without weighing consequences or strategizing for the future. This lack of rational restraint means he does whatever he feels like at any given moment, yet his core instincts are always aligned with good. He never intentionally commits evil acts and is driven by a pure, childlike sense of justice and compassion. This makes him a genuine "good person" who cannot stand by when he sees suffering, even if alleviating it comes at a great cost to himself or his allies. He is also notably unconcerned with his own weakness as a warrior, relying on his high luck and a diverse collection of powerful magical items rather than raw combat skill.
Astolfo’s primary motivation throughout the story is not a wish on the Holy Grail, but a simple, heartfelt desire to help others. This is most clearly demonstrated in his pivotal relationship with the homunculus Sieg. When Sieg, a short-lived artificial human, desperately asks for help to escape his fate, Astolfo is the only one who responds. Ignoring the strategic interests of his own faction and the potential consequences, Astolfo frees Sieg, setting the entire alternate plot of the war in motion. After Sieg’s original master is killed, Astolfo willingly forms a new contract with him, becoming his loyal protector and closest friend. His cheerfulness and unwavering support provide Sieg with the emotional foundation to embrace his newfound humanity and freedom.
Other key relationships further define his role. He shares a deep bond with his fellow paladin, Roland, a history that explains his signature feminine appearance. In the legends, Astolfo famously traveled to the moon to retrieve Roland's lost sanity and, to help stabilize his friend's mind, adopted the habit of wearing women's clothing. Within the Black Faction, he clashes ideologically with his more serious allies, such as the pragmatic archer Chiron and the proud Lancer Vlad III, who is often infuriated by Astolfo's reckless disobedience. He also engages in a spirited rivalry with Mordred, the Saber of the Red Faction, where his playful and evasive fighting style contrasts sharply with her aggressive and direct approach.
Astolfo shows little traditional character development in the sense of changing his core beliefs. Instead, his unwavering nature serves as a catalyst for change in others. By acting on his pure instincts, he proves that heroism does not require calculation or great power, but simply the will to do what is right. His most significant moment of growth is his decision to remain in the world after the war, sustained by Sieg’s limitless magical energy, to wait for his friend’s eventual return, a testament to the strength and sincerity of the bond he formed.
His notable abilities as a Servant rely less on raw power and more on a versatile arsenal of Noble Phantasms. He rides the Hippogriff, a legendary paradoxical beast that is part eagle and part horse. When its true name is invoked, this mount can phase into another dimension, becoming intangible and evading all attacks for a short time, making it an unparalleled tool for reconnaissance and escape. He wields the Trap of Argalia, a magic lance that has the power to knock any target off their feet regardless of their magical resistance or physical strength, tripping even the mightiest of heroes. He also possesses Casseur de Logistille, a magical grimoire that can break any spell or magical contract, and the Black Luna, a horn that when blown unleashes a terrifying sound that can shatter the sanity of all who hear it.