OVA
Description
Albert Chamomile, also known as Chamo, appears as a supporting character in the "Negima!? Spring OVA." Originally a human magician punished by transformation into an ermine, Albert retains human speech and intelligence. He presents as a chain-smoking, self-interested figure notorious for stealing female undergarments, frequently triggering violent retaliation from characters like Asuna Kagurazaka. Fleeing legal consequences for stealing over 3,000 pairs of underwear, he sought refuge in Japan as Negi Springfield's familiar to evade arrest.
Functionally, Albert serves as Negi's advisor, leveraging extensive knowledge of magic—particularly Pactio contract formations—to guide the young mage. He actively brokers these contracts between Negi and his students, motivated by a commission of 50,000 "Ermine Dollars" per successful Pactio. This includes orchestrating scenarios like the "Kiss Negi" game during the Kyoto trip to trigger contracts. Despite his self-serving and perverse tendencies, he demonstrates genuine loyalty to Negi. He employs resourceful tactics such as the "Ermine Flash" (using ignited flash bangs for distraction) and displays computer proficiency for magical item procurement.
His relationships feature playful yet transactional dynamics: he addresses Negi as "Aniki" and female students as "Ane-san," despite likely being older. Across media, his portrayal varies; in the "Negima!?" anime retelling, his perversity is reduced compared to the manga and first anime, though he still incurs Asuna's wrath. In the sequel series "UQ Holder!", he appears as an elderly man maintaining his habit of stealing panties, alongside Dana Ananga Jagannatha, during a flashback involving Kirie Sakurame.
Albert's background includes connections to Negi's childhood, having been freed by the boy from a trap at age five, leading to intermittent assistance. Trivia notes his name, combined with Negi's, references a Japanese proverb about unexpected fortune, and his friendship with Chachazero occasionally involves post-school drinking.
Functionally, Albert serves as Negi's advisor, leveraging extensive knowledge of magic—particularly Pactio contract formations—to guide the young mage. He actively brokers these contracts between Negi and his students, motivated by a commission of 50,000 "Ermine Dollars" per successful Pactio. This includes orchestrating scenarios like the "Kiss Negi" game during the Kyoto trip to trigger contracts. Despite his self-serving and perverse tendencies, he demonstrates genuine loyalty to Negi. He employs resourceful tactics such as the "Ermine Flash" (using ignited flash bangs for distraction) and displays computer proficiency for magical item procurement.
His relationships feature playful yet transactional dynamics: he addresses Negi as "Aniki" and female students as "Ane-san," despite likely being older. Across media, his portrayal varies; in the "Negima!?" anime retelling, his perversity is reduced compared to the manga and first anime, though he still incurs Asuna's wrath. In the sequel series "UQ Holder!", he appears as an elderly man maintaining his habit of stealing panties, alongside Dana Ananga Jagannatha, during a flashback involving Kirie Sakurame.
Albert's background includes connections to Negi's childhood, having been freed by the boy from a trap at age five, leading to intermittent assistance. Trivia notes his name, combined with Negi's, references a Japanese proverb about unexpected fortune, and his friendship with Chachazero occasionally involves post-school drinking.