Noid-262 is a character from the anime Metallic Rouge, serving as a young Nean investigator for the Guardianship Bureau. He is the partner of Ash Stahl, a human investigator, and the two travel together to Mars to investigate a series of murders connected to the protagonist, Rouge Redstar. As a Nean, Noid-262 is an artificial being with highly developed cognitive abilities; he is described as clever and extremely efficient in handling tasks. However, despite his intelligence, he has not fully grasped certain aspects of human emotion and social nuance, which sometimes leads to awkward or overly literal interactions. His motivation appears rooted in duty, as he follows his investigative role without evident personal ambition, though he becomes entangled in the larger conflict between Rouge and the group known as the Immortal Nine. Physically, Noid-262 is a male teen with short mint‑green hair and gray eyes. His relationship with Ash Stahl is that of a professional partner, with Noid-262 acting as a capable assistant who supports Ash’s inquiries. As the story progresses, Noid-262 is caught up in the escalating battle between Rouge Redstar and the Immortal Nine, ultimately losing his life when he is shot and killed. His abilities are those typical of a Nean investigator: sharp analytical skills, efficiency in data gathering and fieldwork, and a methodical approach to problem-solving, though he lacks the deeper emotional comprehension that characterizes many human investigators. His role in the narrative is that of a supporting character whose death underscores the high stakes and danger surrounding the conflict.