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Bobby Margot is a supporting character in Macross Frontier, recognized as the highly capable and flamboyant helmsman of the Macross Quarter, a variable warship operated by the private military firm Strategic Military Services (S.M.S.).
Standing at 190 centimeters tall, Bobby possesses a tough and imposing exterior, but this belies a gentle and distinctly feminine interior, a trait he himself acknowledges. His personality is multifaceted; during peaceful times he is calm, soft-spoken, and loves to engage in gossip, tell jokes, and offer unsolicited relationship advice to his crewmates. He has a particular fondness for singing karaoke, often performing on the bridge. However, this demeanor shifts dramatically during combat, where he becomes hot-headed, daring, and aggressive, performing bold maneuvers against the alien Vajra threat. Fans have noted these intense moments by referring to his transformation as entering "Garby" mode.
Bobby's background includes a career prior to his service with S.M.S. He was once a legendary make-up artist and hairstylist, a skill he later uses for the benefit of those he cares about. According to the Frontier novelization, he is a graduate of Dalmatian High School on the planet Eden, where he was the quarterback for the football club and known as "The Black Devil." He has also previously served as an officer in the New United Nations Spacy (N.U.N.S.).
His motivations are deeply tied to his personal loyalties. He is fiercely protective of Ranka Lee, whom he considers a little sister due to his close friendship with her guardian, Ozma Lee. This protectiveness makes him react aggressively to anyone, particularly N.U.N.S. personnel, whom he believes might be exploiting Ranka's fame as a singer. Bobby holds unrequited romantic feelings for Ozma Lee. Despite knowing that Ozma is heterosexual, he remains devoted and considers him his "heart lover" and partner. He is also a key confidant to Catherine Glass; after initially being dismissive of her, the two develop a strong rapport and become trusted friends who share secrets. On the bridge of the Macross Quarter, he acts as a reliable senior figure to the three female operators, Monica Lang, Mina Roshan, and Ram Hoa, with whom he loves to gossip.
Throughout the story, Bobby serves as the steady hand at the helm of the Macross Quarter, making him essential to the ship's combat effectiveness. His abilities as a helmsman are notable, allowing him to execute risky maneuvers in the heat of battle. His development is seen in his deepening relationships, particularly how he transitions from a gossiping bridge officer to a trusted advisor and protector for his friends. His past experience as a make-up artist also becomes a notable ability, as he takes on the role of Ranka Lee's personal make-up artist and career advisor as her singing career flourishes.
Standing at 190 centimeters tall, Bobby possesses a tough and imposing exterior, but this belies a gentle and distinctly feminine interior, a trait he himself acknowledges. His personality is multifaceted; during peaceful times he is calm, soft-spoken, and loves to engage in gossip, tell jokes, and offer unsolicited relationship advice to his crewmates. He has a particular fondness for singing karaoke, often performing on the bridge. However, this demeanor shifts dramatically during combat, where he becomes hot-headed, daring, and aggressive, performing bold maneuvers against the alien Vajra threat. Fans have noted these intense moments by referring to his transformation as entering "Garby" mode.
Bobby's background includes a career prior to his service with S.M.S. He was once a legendary make-up artist and hairstylist, a skill he later uses for the benefit of those he cares about. According to the Frontier novelization, he is a graduate of Dalmatian High School on the planet Eden, where he was the quarterback for the football club and known as "The Black Devil." He has also previously served as an officer in the New United Nations Spacy (N.U.N.S.).
His motivations are deeply tied to his personal loyalties. He is fiercely protective of Ranka Lee, whom he considers a little sister due to his close friendship with her guardian, Ozma Lee. This protectiveness makes him react aggressively to anyone, particularly N.U.N.S. personnel, whom he believes might be exploiting Ranka's fame as a singer. Bobby holds unrequited romantic feelings for Ozma Lee. Despite knowing that Ozma is heterosexual, he remains devoted and considers him his "heart lover" and partner. He is also a key confidant to Catherine Glass; after initially being dismissive of her, the two develop a strong rapport and become trusted friends who share secrets. On the bridge of the Macross Quarter, he acts as a reliable senior figure to the three female operators, Monica Lang, Mina Roshan, and Ram Hoa, with whom he loves to gossip.
Throughout the story, Bobby serves as the steady hand at the helm of the Macross Quarter, making him essential to the ship's combat effectiveness. His abilities as a helmsman are notable, allowing him to execute risky maneuvers in the heat of battle. His development is seen in his deepening relationships, particularly how he transitions from a gossiping bridge officer to a trusted advisor and protector for his friends. His past experience as a make-up artist also becomes a notable ability, as he takes on the role of Ranka Lee's personal make-up artist and career advisor as her singing career flourishes.