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Steve Armstrong, known as Kenichi Gō in the original Japanese, is the eldest Armstrong brother and leader of the Voltes Team. He pilots the Volt Cruiser, the head component of the super-electromagnetic machine Voltes V. Born on June 22, his horoscope is Cancer.
He stands tall with a slightly muscular build, dark brown hair styled with sideburns, and green eyes. His team uniform is a red-and-white jumpsuit featuring a prominent yellow 'V' on the torso, white gloves, and a belt buckle. For casual wear, he adopts a green short-sleeved denim blazer with dark green collar and sleeve linings, a light yellow long-sleeve shirt, green denim jeans, a black belt, and black loafers—an outfit designed to conceal his pilot suit.
In his youth, he displayed an adventurous and playful nature, often exploring and getting into mischief without his parents' knowledge. The mysterious disappearance of his father, Dr. Ned Armstrong—also known as Kentaro Gō or La Gour—marked a turning point, instilling in him a deeper sense of responsibility. He shifted his focus toward caring for his younger brothers and embracing his role as a leader.
He adheres to a strict no-killing policy, particularly when revenge is a motive, to prevent his team from mirroring their adversaries and to set a positive example.
His abilities are extensive: a highly skilled ace pilot, motocross champion, and formidable strategist capable of detecting enemy weaknesses even while injured. He modified the wrecked prototype Voltman into the functional Black Voltman and repurposed its power source as a final weapon. He operates all Voltes machines with diverse mechanical understanding. His combat skills include exceptional marksmanship, hand-to-hand prowess, and significant adeptness with swords, enabling him to face accomplished swordsmen.
His background is tied to his father's origins. Dr. Ned Armstrong was originally La Gour, a hornless Boazanian who fled to Earth after a failed rebellion against his planet's oppressive caste system. Assuming the identity of Dr. Kentaro Goh, he started a family. His father's disappearance drives Steve's search for answers and his commitment to defending Earth against the Boazanian invasion his father foresaw.
His relationship with teammates, particularly Ippei Mine (Mark Gordon), involves initial clashes due to their headstrong and cynical natures, though these conflicts fade over time without lasting ill will.
In certain adaptations, he is depicted with a girlfriend named Eva Sanchez. Their relationship is marked by her hostility toward teammate Jamie Robinson (Megumi Oka), whom she views as a rival. The relationship ends due to his admitted interest in Jamie, to whom he gives flowers in thanks for her support after his mother's death.
Beyond piloting, he eventually attains the military rank of Lieutenant Commander, accompanied by a red uniform. In a significant event, he confronts an android replica of his father using a military sword to rescue his younger brother, contrasting with his more frequent use of a handgun.
He has appeared in various video games, including the *Super Robot Wars* series, such as *Super Robot Wars A Portable* and the *Alpha* series.
He stands tall with a slightly muscular build, dark brown hair styled with sideburns, and green eyes. His team uniform is a red-and-white jumpsuit featuring a prominent yellow 'V' on the torso, white gloves, and a belt buckle. For casual wear, he adopts a green short-sleeved denim blazer with dark green collar and sleeve linings, a light yellow long-sleeve shirt, green denim jeans, a black belt, and black loafers—an outfit designed to conceal his pilot suit.
In his youth, he displayed an adventurous and playful nature, often exploring and getting into mischief without his parents' knowledge. The mysterious disappearance of his father, Dr. Ned Armstrong—also known as Kentaro Gō or La Gour—marked a turning point, instilling in him a deeper sense of responsibility. He shifted his focus toward caring for his younger brothers and embracing his role as a leader.
He adheres to a strict no-killing policy, particularly when revenge is a motive, to prevent his team from mirroring their adversaries and to set a positive example.
His abilities are extensive: a highly skilled ace pilot, motocross champion, and formidable strategist capable of detecting enemy weaknesses even while injured. He modified the wrecked prototype Voltman into the functional Black Voltman and repurposed its power source as a final weapon. He operates all Voltes machines with diverse mechanical understanding. His combat skills include exceptional marksmanship, hand-to-hand prowess, and significant adeptness with swords, enabling him to face accomplished swordsmen.
His background is tied to his father's origins. Dr. Ned Armstrong was originally La Gour, a hornless Boazanian who fled to Earth after a failed rebellion against his planet's oppressive caste system. Assuming the identity of Dr. Kentaro Goh, he started a family. His father's disappearance drives Steve's search for answers and his commitment to defending Earth against the Boazanian invasion his father foresaw.
His relationship with teammates, particularly Ippei Mine (Mark Gordon), involves initial clashes due to their headstrong and cynical natures, though these conflicts fade over time without lasting ill will.
In certain adaptations, he is depicted with a girlfriend named Eva Sanchez. Their relationship is marked by her hostility toward teammate Jamie Robinson (Megumi Oka), whom she views as a rival. The relationship ends due to his admitted interest in Jamie, to whom he gives flowers in thanks for her support after his mother's death.
Beyond piloting, he eventually attains the military rank of Lieutenant Commander, accompanied by a red uniform. In a significant event, he confronts an android replica of his father using a military sword to rescue his younger brother, contrasting with his more frequent use of a handgun.
He has appeared in various video games, including the *Super Robot Wars* series, such as *Super Robot Wars A Portable* and the *Alpha* series.