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In the French dub of the animated film Lupin III: The Legend of the Gold of Babylon, the main character Arsène Lupin III is renamed Edgar. Therefore, a description of Edgar in this context is a description of Lupin III as he appears in this specific movie, which is part of the so-called pink jacket era of the franchise, known for its heightened slapstick and cartoonish tone.
Edgar is a master thief and the grandson of the legendary gentleman thief Arsène Lupin, continuing the family tradition of international heists. His background is that of a charming, cunning, and often mischievous criminal who travels the world with his trusted partners to steal valuable treasures. In this film, his primary pursuit is the fabled Gold of Babylon.
His personality in The Legend of the Gold of Babylon leans heavily into comedic and carefree territory. He often appears incompetent or acts foolishly, but this is frequently a ruse designed to catch his opponents off guard. The film transforms him into a more cartoonish figure, one who breaks the laws of physics in a manner similar to characters like Bugs Bunny, engaging in absurd gags and sight gags that defy logic. Despite this playful and irreverent exterior, he maintains an infatuation with women, which can be a weakness, and demonstrates moments of tenderness and a glimmer of his more heroic nature, such as when he comforts a vision of the mysterious woman Rosetta.
Edgar’s main motivation is the thrill of the chase and the acquisition of the Gold of Babylon, a legendary treasure said to be a single massive piece of gold from an ancient empire. His quest puts him into direct conflict with the New York Mafia, led by the boss Marciano, who has made it his life's mission to find the same gold. Throughout the story, Edgar uses his wit and arsenal of gadgets to outmaneuver both the mafia and the persistent Inspector Zenigata, who is tasked with capturing him.
In his role as the protagonist, Edgar is the catalyst for the film's chaotic events, driving the action from New York to the Middle East and back again. His key relationships are with his loyal partners. He is supported by Daisuke Jigen, his pragmatic and quick-draw marksman partner, and Goemon Ishikawa XIII, a master swordsman who wields the blade Zantetsuken. His primary antagonist is Inspector Koichi Zenigata of Interpol, a dedicated officer who obsessively pursues Edgar across the globe. Adding to the eccentric cast is Rosetta, an elderly, drunken woman whose mysterious connection to the treasure, involving themes of ancient gods and aliens, becomes central to the plot. Edgar is one of the few characters who interacts with her meaningfully.
Edgar does not experience significant personal development within this particular film, remaining a static and consistently mischievous force throughout. His notable abilities include masterful skills of disguise, a high degree of physical agility and improvisation, stealth, and proficiency with a Walther P38 pistol. In this film, his most prominent ability is his almost supernatural talent for surviving and creating slapstick mayhem, using improbable tactics and cartoon logic to escape any situation.
Edgar is a master thief and the grandson of the legendary gentleman thief Arsène Lupin, continuing the family tradition of international heists. His background is that of a charming, cunning, and often mischievous criminal who travels the world with his trusted partners to steal valuable treasures. In this film, his primary pursuit is the fabled Gold of Babylon.
His personality in The Legend of the Gold of Babylon leans heavily into comedic and carefree territory. He often appears incompetent or acts foolishly, but this is frequently a ruse designed to catch his opponents off guard. The film transforms him into a more cartoonish figure, one who breaks the laws of physics in a manner similar to characters like Bugs Bunny, engaging in absurd gags and sight gags that defy logic. Despite this playful and irreverent exterior, he maintains an infatuation with women, which can be a weakness, and demonstrates moments of tenderness and a glimmer of his more heroic nature, such as when he comforts a vision of the mysterious woman Rosetta.
Edgar’s main motivation is the thrill of the chase and the acquisition of the Gold of Babylon, a legendary treasure said to be a single massive piece of gold from an ancient empire. His quest puts him into direct conflict with the New York Mafia, led by the boss Marciano, who has made it his life's mission to find the same gold. Throughout the story, Edgar uses his wit and arsenal of gadgets to outmaneuver both the mafia and the persistent Inspector Zenigata, who is tasked with capturing him.
In his role as the protagonist, Edgar is the catalyst for the film's chaotic events, driving the action from New York to the Middle East and back again. His key relationships are with his loyal partners. He is supported by Daisuke Jigen, his pragmatic and quick-draw marksman partner, and Goemon Ishikawa XIII, a master swordsman who wields the blade Zantetsuken. His primary antagonist is Inspector Koichi Zenigata of Interpol, a dedicated officer who obsessively pursues Edgar across the globe. Adding to the eccentric cast is Rosetta, an elderly, drunken woman whose mysterious connection to the treasure, involving themes of ancient gods and aliens, becomes central to the plot. Edgar is one of the few characters who interacts with her meaningfully.
Edgar does not experience significant personal development within this particular film, remaining a static and consistently mischievous force throughout. His notable abilities include masterful skills of disguise, a high degree of physical agility and improvisation, stealth, and proficiency with a Walther P38 pistol. In this film, his most prominent ability is his almost supernatural talent for surviving and creating slapstick mayhem, using improbable tactics and cartoon logic to escape any situation.