Merchant is a character from the anime The Reflection, real name Vi Re. He forms one half of a mysterious duo known as Merchant and Trader, alongside his partner Michael Hoden, who is the Trader. Together they operate as traffickers of Reflected individuals—people who gained superpowers from the global event known as the Reflection. Merchant is driven by a deep sense of guilt and regret. He blames himself for gambling away his family’s money and for the transformation of his wife, an event that likely occurred because of the Reflection. This past failure shapes his personality, making him an atoner who seeks redemption. His true motivation is protective and guiding: he aims to lead good people in the right direction, shielding them from society’s harsh judgment and helping them understand their place in the world. Though he appears as part of a trafficking operation, his underlying goal is to safeguard the Reflected rather than exploit them. In the story, Merchant and Trader exist in the grey area between hero and villain, and their actions influence the fate of other characters. Merchant’s relationship with Trader is close and symbiotic, and his lingering guilt over his wife’s transformation remains a personal conflict. His development involves confronting his past mistakes and possibly reconciling with his new purpose. As a Reflected individual, Merchant likely possesses superhuman abilities, but the specific nature of his power is not detailed in available sources.