Arsène Lupin III, a master thief renowned for unparalleled expertise in theft, disguise, and evasion, carries the legacy of his early 20th-century gentleman thief grandfather. His operations blend audacity, humor, and calculated risks, forged by an orphaned upbringing and self-taught criminal career that honed his resourcefulness, adaptability, and thrill-seeking drive. A personal code curbs excessive harm, prioritizing cleverness over cruelty. He strategically allies with rivals or authorities when interests align, navigating self-interest and fleeting altruism. Bonds with a sharpshooter, stoic swordsman, and enigmatic femme fatale oscillate between loyalty and rivalry, while a figure of ambiguous allegiance tests his trust. A persistent inspector pursues him in a cat-and-mouse dynamic tinged with mutual, if grudging, respect. Over time, Lupin matures from reckless self-interest to occasional introspection and responsibility, though irreverent charm and theatrical flair endure. Proficient in martial arts, multilingual communication, and marksmanship, he pairs technical mastery of gadgets and vehicles with tactical brilliance. His grandfather’s shadow looms as both inspiration and a legacy to transcend, with hints of introspection about identity and purpose beneath his cavalier exterior. In crossovers, clashes and collaborations with a prodigious young detective highlight his adaptability, merging cunning with unlikely collaboration against common foes. Visually, his signature red jacket, exaggerated expressions, and slapstick physicality underscore a charismatic, larger-than-life persona juxtaposed with flashes of unguarded humanity.