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Adelt Kirisaki-Wagner is a significant supporting character in the series, known for his imposing presence and his role as the leader of the Beehive Gang. He is the father of the female lead, Chitoge Kirisaki. Standing at a notable height of 192 cm, he has a blonde hair and is typically seen dressed in a suit, presenting an appearance that defies the common expectations of a feared crime boss.

In terms of personality, Adelt is characterized by a calm, gentle, and soft-spoken demeanor. Unlike his hot-headed subordinate Claude Ringheart, he rarely loses his composure and approaches most situations with a serene and unshakeable attitude. However, this outward kindness belies a formidable core; when genuinely angered, his presence becomes so terrifying that it can intimidate even his most loyal and powerful underlings, including Claude. Another defining aspect of his personality is his deep love for his family. He is portrayed as a caring, if somewhat teasing, father to Chitoge, and despite his status as a powerful gang leader, he is famously henpecked and deeply afraid of displeasing his wife, Hana.

Adelt's background and motivations are intrinsically tied to his family and his gang. As the absolute leader of Beehive, he is an old acquaintance and former rival of Issei Ichijou, the head of the opposing Shuei-Gumi and father of the protagonist, Raku Ichijou. To prevent a violent and destructive war from breaking out between their two gangs, Adelt and Issei devise a strategic plan. This plan forms the central premise of the story: they arrange for their children, Chitoge and Raku, to pretend to be in a romantic relationship. Adelt’s primary motivation throughout the series is the maintenance of this fragile peace and the safety and happiness of his daughter, supporting the fake relationship while hoping for a genuine outcome.

His role in the story is that of the calm, authoritative patriarch who sets the major plot in motion. While he does not appear as frequently as the main cast, his decisions heavily influence their lives. He holds a special respect for Raku, in part because he remembers that ten years before the main story, Raku played with two girls, one of whom was his own daughter, Chitoge. According to Chitoge, her father thinks highly of Raku and would fully approve of a real relationship between them, even if the fake one were to end. His key relationships include his loving yet fearful marriage to Hana, his paternal bond with Chitoge, his respectful alliance with Issei, and his authoritative dynamic with Claude.

Adelt also demonstrates notable development by the series' end. After Raku and the others graduate from high school and a few years pass, Adelt makes the conscious decision to retire from his position as the head of the Beehive Gang. He willingly cedes leadership to Claude Ringheart, showing his desire to step away from the criminal underworld and prioritize a more peaceful life. In an epilogue story, he is also shown as the maternal grandfather of a girl named Hyaku. In terms of notable abilities, Adelt possesses extraordinary composure and fearlessness. He has been shown to remain perfectly calm and even relax while lying in the middle of a disadvantageous firefight. Furthermore, according to official character books, he is also highly skilled in hand-to-hand combat and possesses great physical strength.