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Principessa Aurora, known as Princess Allura in the original English-language version of Voltron: Defender of the Universe, is a central figure in the anime. She is the royal heir of the planet Arus and the last surviving member of its royal family following the death of her father, King Alfor. After inheriting her father's authority, she serves as the de facto ruler of Arus, holding the position of head of state and commander-in-chief of the planet. Although she does not bear the formal title of queen, she governs in her father's place and directs the defense of her world against the forces of Emperor Zarkon.
In terms of background, Aurora's home planet suffered greatly under Zarkon's attacks. Her father died fighting the emperor, and many of her people were captured and enslaved. Aurora herself takes refuge with her court and the newly arrived pilots of the Voltron Force at the Castle of Lions, which becomes the center of resistance on Arus. Her subjects are initially frightened and hesitant to fight, and Aurora understands their fear, but she remains committed to protecting them and freeing those who were taken.
Personality-wise, Aurora is strong-willed, brave, and capable of ruling her planet, though she is also somewhat naive, especially in matters of romance. She is compassionate and has her people's best interests at heart, and she firmly believes that Voltron exists to defend and never to attack first, a principle she upholds even when others suggest taking the fight to the enemy. Her youthful assertiveness and inexperience can occasionally prove to be a liability, and her advisors, such as Coran and her nanny, sometimes doubt her abilities, but she consistently shows the resolve expected of a leader.
Aurora's motivations center on the protection of her planet and its people, the liberation of her enslaved subjects, and the defeat of Zarkon's empire. She also carries the weight of her father's legacy and seeks to honor it by continuing the struggle against the forces that destroyed her family and threatened her world.
In the story, Aurora plays a central role both as the leader of Arus and later as an active combatant. She initially supports the Voltron Force from the castle, but after the pilot Sven is seriously wounded and can no longer serve, she steps in and becomes the pilot of the Blue Lion, taking his place on the team. Although she is commander-in-chief and therefore the superior of the team's leader Keith in matters of state, she defers to his command during operational engagements. Her willingness to join the fight demonstrates her commitment to placing herself at risk for the sake of her people.
Aurora's key relationships shape her character throughout the series. She develops a close bond with Keith, who is protective of her and cherishes her, and her initial crush on him gradually deepens into genuine love. This relationship becomes one of the more prominent personal threads in the anime. She is also close to the loyal advisor Coran and to her nanny, who serve as her caretakers and counselors. Aurora has a notable connection with a group of highly intelligent pet mice that can understand human speech and often alert her to danger or deliver messages. Her relationship with the antagonist Prince Lotor is central to much of the conflict, as Lotor persistently pursues her and desires to claim her, much to her dismay. Emperor Zarkon also seeks to capture her, and the threat of being taken or forced into a marriage with Lotor is a recurring source of danger. Her connection to Sven also matters, since she assumes his position as the Blue Lion pilot after his injury.
In terms of development, Aurora grows from a somewhat sheltered and inexperienced young royal into a more seasoned leader and pilot. She becomes a full member of the Voltron Force, and her time in combat matures her considerably. Later continuations, such as Voltron: The Third Dimension, show her continuing to evolve; she learns special mental abilities that allow her to help the team control the lion robots without being inside their cockpits, and she assists the other pilots in learning these skills as well.
Aurora's notable abilities include her skill as a pilot of the Blue Lion, her leadership and command authority, and her capacity to communicate with her pet mice. She is also shown to be capable of invoking the dead, particularly to call upon her late father, King Alfor. In combat situations, she wields weapons such as a bow and arrow or a whip when fighting alongside the team. In later material, her psychic and mental abilities expand to include the mind-based control techniques she develops with the other pilots.
Aurora is a determined and compassionate royal who transitions from a symbol of her planet's resistance into an active defender of the universe, balancing the duties of a ruler with the responsibilities of a frontline fighter.
In terms of background, Aurora's home planet suffered greatly under Zarkon's attacks. Her father died fighting the emperor, and many of her people were captured and enslaved. Aurora herself takes refuge with her court and the newly arrived pilots of the Voltron Force at the Castle of Lions, which becomes the center of resistance on Arus. Her subjects are initially frightened and hesitant to fight, and Aurora understands their fear, but she remains committed to protecting them and freeing those who were taken.
Personality-wise, Aurora is strong-willed, brave, and capable of ruling her planet, though she is also somewhat naive, especially in matters of romance. She is compassionate and has her people's best interests at heart, and she firmly believes that Voltron exists to defend and never to attack first, a principle she upholds even when others suggest taking the fight to the enemy. Her youthful assertiveness and inexperience can occasionally prove to be a liability, and her advisors, such as Coran and her nanny, sometimes doubt her abilities, but she consistently shows the resolve expected of a leader.
Aurora's motivations center on the protection of her planet and its people, the liberation of her enslaved subjects, and the defeat of Zarkon's empire. She also carries the weight of her father's legacy and seeks to honor it by continuing the struggle against the forces that destroyed her family and threatened her world.
In the story, Aurora plays a central role both as the leader of Arus and later as an active combatant. She initially supports the Voltron Force from the castle, but after the pilot Sven is seriously wounded and can no longer serve, she steps in and becomes the pilot of the Blue Lion, taking his place on the team. Although she is commander-in-chief and therefore the superior of the team's leader Keith in matters of state, she defers to his command during operational engagements. Her willingness to join the fight demonstrates her commitment to placing herself at risk for the sake of her people.
Aurora's key relationships shape her character throughout the series. She develops a close bond with Keith, who is protective of her and cherishes her, and her initial crush on him gradually deepens into genuine love. This relationship becomes one of the more prominent personal threads in the anime. She is also close to the loyal advisor Coran and to her nanny, who serve as her caretakers and counselors. Aurora has a notable connection with a group of highly intelligent pet mice that can understand human speech and often alert her to danger or deliver messages. Her relationship with the antagonist Prince Lotor is central to much of the conflict, as Lotor persistently pursues her and desires to claim her, much to her dismay. Emperor Zarkon also seeks to capture her, and the threat of being taken or forced into a marriage with Lotor is a recurring source of danger. Her connection to Sven also matters, since she assumes his position as the Blue Lion pilot after his injury.
In terms of development, Aurora grows from a somewhat sheltered and inexperienced young royal into a more seasoned leader and pilot. She becomes a full member of the Voltron Force, and her time in combat matures her considerably. Later continuations, such as Voltron: The Third Dimension, show her continuing to evolve; she learns special mental abilities that allow her to help the team control the lion robots without being inside their cockpits, and she assists the other pilots in learning these skills as well.
Aurora's notable abilities include her skill as a pilot of the Blue Lion, her leadership and command authority, and her capacity to communicate with her pet mice. She is also shown to be capable of invoking the dead, particularly to call upon her late father, King Alfor. In combat situations, she wields weapons such as a bow and arrow or a whip when fighting alongside the team. In later material, her psychic and mental abilities expand to include the mind-based control techniques she develops with the other pilots.
Aurora is a determined and compassionate royal who transitions from a symbol of her planet's resistance into an active defender of the universe, balancing the duties of a ruler with the responsibilities of a frontline fighter.