OVA
Description
Al Cu Ad Solte serves as an officer in Newport City's Tank Police unit, joining as a rookie near the time Leona Ozaki was assigned. He piloted Lieutenant Brenten's Tank Special before participating in its destruction. Using salvaged scrap parts, he then constructed the miniature tank Bonaparte overnight. This act secured Leona's position by providing her a vehicle, establishing Bonaparte as her signature tank. He became Leona's partner and assumed primary responsibility for Bonaparte's operation and maintenance.
He possesses advanced mechanical engineering skills, particularly in vehicle design and modification. His expertise extends to computer systems, functioning as a capable hacker who infiltrates networks to retrieve critical information during investigations, consistently supporting police operations.
Compared to fellow officers, he exhibits a less cynical, more idealistic disposition. He adheres to procedural regulations, avoids unnecessary brutality, and maintains a genuine belief that the police exist to serve citizens rather than simply combat crime. His idealism occasionally causes friction within the more destructive-oriented unit. He nurtures deep romantic feelings toward Leona, recognizing her primary affection remains directed toward Bonaparte. Consequently, he often seeks her attention through acts of service toward the tank rather than direct personal gestures.
His background lacks detailed elaboration in official media, with no established familial connections or pre-police history. Physically, he stands approximately 5'7" tall, weighing 130 pounds, with blond hair and blue eyes. During field operations, he wears the standard-issue Tank Police uniform, body armor, and a filter mask for Newport's polluted atmosphere.
His character remains consistent across franchise iterations. In the original manga and initial 1988 OVA, he functions primarily as Leona's supportive partner and Bonaparte's technician. The subsequent 1993-1994 New Dominion Tank Police OVA maintains this core dynamic while expanding his technical contributions, particularly through hacking during complex cases. The alternate continuity in the 1995 manga *Conflict One: No More Noise* preserves his fundamental traits—mechanical proficiency, partnership with Leona, and unrequited affection—despite significant changes to the Tank Police's structure and setting.
Certain English adaptations occasionally reference him under the alias "Al Southwell," a localization alteration. His operational role consistently positions him as Bonaparte's pilot and technician, providing the mechanical support enabling Leona's front-line policing activities.
He possesses advanced mechanical engineering skills, particularly in vehicle design and modification. His expertise extends to computer systems, functioning as a capable hacker who infiltrates networks to retrieve critical information during investigations, consistently supporting police operations.
Compared to fellow officers, he exhibits a less cynical, more idealistic disposition. He adheres to procedural regulations, avoids unnecessary brutality, and maintains a genuine belief that the police exist to serve citizens rather than simply combat crime. His idealism occasionally causes friction within the more destructive-oriented unit. He nurtures deep romantic feelings toward Leona, recognizing her primary affection remains directed toward Bonaparte. Consequently, he often seeks her attention through acts of service toward the tank rather than direct personal gestures.
His background lacks detailed elaboration in official media, with no established familial connections or pre-police history. Physically, he stands approximately 5'7" tall, weighing 130 pounds, with blond hair and blue eyes. During field operations, he wears the standard-issue Tank Police uniform, body armor, and a filter mask for Newport's polluted atmosphere.
His character remains consistent across franchise iterations. In the original manga and initial 1988 OVA, he functions primarily as Leona's supportive partner and Bonaparte's technician. The subsequent 1993-1994 New Dominion Tank Police OVA maintains this core dynamic while expanding his technical contributions, particularly through hacking during complex cases. The alternate continuity in the 1995 manga *Conflict One: No More Noise* preserves his fundamental traits—mechanical proficiency, partnership with Leona, and unrequited affection—despite significant changes to the Tank Police's structure and setting.
Certain English adaptations occasionally reference him under the alias "Al Southwell," a localization alteration. His operational role consistently positions him as Bonaparte's pilot and technician, providing the mechanical support enabling Leona's front-line policing activities.