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Castor Vargas is a dragonewt, a humanoid race possessing dragon-like features such as horns, wings, and a tail, and he stands approximately 1.80 meters tall with red hair. He is the son-in-law of Excel Walter, a powerful and influential figure in the kingdom, and the father of Carla Vargas, who serves as his second-in-command. For over a century, longer than his appearance might suggest, he has been a dedicated servant of the Kingdom of Elfrieden. At the start of the series, Castor holds the prestigious position of Duke and serves as the leader of the Air Force, commanding a formidable force of ten thousand wyvern-riding knights.
Personality-wise, Castor is initially defined by his extreme pride, stubbornness, and headstrong nature. He is a straightforward individual who prefers direct combat and charges into battle without fully considering the consequences, a trait that makes him vulnerable to more cunning or underhanded tactics. This impulsiveness is paired with a strong sense of loyalty to his own convictions and a desire to protect the multiracial society of Elfrieden, which he believed was threatened by the new king’s reforms. After his defeat, he becomes noticeably more humble and learns the value of patience, caution, and strategic thinking, transforming into a more calculating leader who considers the aftermath of his actions.
Castor Vargas's primary motivation for his actions is his deep-seated belief in the traditional power structure of the kingdom. When the newly summoned King Souma Kazuya issues a decree to disband the separate army, navy, and air force to form a unified military, Castor views this as a tyrant's move to usurp power from the rightful royal family. Despite being corrected by his mother-in-law, Excel Walter, that the previous king willingly abdicated, Castor stubbornly clings to his belief that Souma is a usurper, leading him to join Duke Georg Carmine in open rebellion. His motivation is not a desire for the throne himself but a misguided sense of duty to protect the kingdom from what he perceives as a dictator.
In the story, Castor serves as one of the primary antagonists during the One Week War arc. His rebellion against King Souma is a central conflict that the new king must resolve to consolidate his power. However, his role evolves significantly after his defeat. He is captured on the first day of the rebellion after being outmaneuvered by Souma's tactics, forcing his surrender. In a televised trial, Souma spares his life due to his long service but strips him of his title and family name, placing him under the command of Excel Walter. This is not the end of his service, however; after demonstrating good behavior, he is rehabilitated and appointed as the captain of the newly constructed aircraft carrier, Hiryuu, becoming a valuable asset in the kingdom's future naval endeavors, including conflicts with the Nine-Headed Dragon Archipelago Union.
Castor's key relationships are central to his character arc. His bond with his daughter, Carla, is particularly strong, as she shares his loyalty and follows him into battle and rebellion. He is also deeply connected to his wife, Accela, and son, Carl, though his rebellion leads to a period where he is forbidden from contacting them. His relationship with Excel Walter, his mother-in-law and superior, is one of a subordinate who was once a suitor for her hand, and after his reformation, he serves under her command. His primary adversary and eventual liege is King Souma, whose legitimacy he initially rejects but ultimately accepts after being defeated and witnessing the king's wisdom and mercy firsthand.
Castor Vargas undergoes significant development, transforming from an impulsive and rebellious duke to a disciplined and strategic captain. His defeat at the hands of King Souma is a profound humiliation that forces him to re-evaluate his worldview. He moves from being a "musclehead" who prefers straightforward charges to a leader who understands the importance of patience and planning. This change is evidenced by his new role as captain of the Hiryuu, where he employs calculated artillery fire to restrict enemy movement rather than simply charging into battle, showing he has learned the merits of caution and tactical thinking.
Castor possesses several notable abilities stemming from his dragonewt physiology. He has enhanced strength and durability, allowing him to go toe-to-toe with Aisha Udgard, the kingdom's strongest warrior. He can fly using his dragon wings and possesses a fiery dragon breath attack. He is also a master swordsman with formidable combat experience accumulated over his long life of military service. Despite these strengths, he has a notable weakness to extreme cold and winter weather, a common trait among dragons and dragonewts.
Personality-wise, Castor is initially defined by his extreme pride, stubbornness, and headstrong nature. He is a straightforward individual who prefers direct combat and charges into battle without fully considering the consequences, a trait that makes him vulnerable to more cunning or underhanded tactics. This impulsiveness is paired with a strong sense of loyalty to his own convictions and a desire to protect the multiracial society of Elfrieden, which he believed was threatened by the new king’s reforms. After his defeat, he becomes noticeably more humble and learns the value of patience, caution, and strategic thinking, transforming into a more calculating leader who considers the aftermath of his actions.
Castor Vargas's primary motivation for his actions is his deep-seated belief in the traditional power structure of the kingdom. When the newly summoned King Souma Kazuya issues a decree to disband the separate army, navy, and air force to form a unified military, Castor views this as a tyrant's move to usurp power from the rightful royal family. Despite being corrected by his mother-in-law, Excel Walter, that the previous king willingly abdicated, Castor stubbornly clings to his belief that Souma is a usurper, leading him to join Duke Georg Carmine in open rebellion. His motivation is not a desire for the throne himself but a misguided sense of duty to protect the kingdom from what he perceives as a dictator.
In the story, Castor serves as one of the primary antagonists during the One Week War arc. His rebellion against King Souma is a central conflict that the new king must resolve to consolidate his power. However, his role evolves significantly after his defeat. He is captured on the first day of the rebellion after being outmaneuvered by Souma's tactics, forcing his surrender. In a televised trial, Souma spares his life due to his long service but strips him of his title and family name, placing him under the command of Excel Walter. This is not the end of his service, however; after demonstrating good behavior, he is rehabilitated and appointed as the captain of the newly constructed aircraft carrier, Hiryuu, becoming a valuable asset in the kingdom's future naval endeavors, including conflicts with the Nine-Headed Dragon Archipelago Union.
Castor's key relationships are central to his character arc. His bond with his daughter, Carla, is particularly strong, as she shares his loyalty and follows him into battle and rebellion. He is also deeply connected to his wife, Accela, and son, Carl, though his rebellion leads to a period where he is forbidden from contacting them. His relationship with Excel Walter, his mother-in-law and superior, is one of a subordinate who was once a suitor for her hand, and after his reformation, he serves under her command. His primary adversary and eventual liege is King Souma, whose legitimacy he initially rejects but ultimately accepts after being defeated and witnessing the king's wisdom and mercy firsthand.
Castor Vargas undergoes significant development, transforming from an impulsive and rebellious duke to a disciplined and strategic captain. His defeat at the hands of King Souma is a profound humiliation that forces him to re-evaluate his worldview. He moves from being a "musclehead" who prefers straightforward charges to a leader who understands the importance of patience and planning. This change is evidenced by his new role as captain of the Hiryuu, where he employs calculated artillery fire to restrict enemy movement rather than simply charging into battle, showing he has learned the merits of caution and tactical thinking.
Castor possesses several notable abilities stemming from his dragonewt physiology. He has enhanced strength and durability, allowing him to go toe-to-toe with Aisha Udgard, the kingdom's strongest warrior. He can fly using his dragon wings and possesses a fiery dragon breath attack. He is also a master swordsman with formidable combat experience accumulated over his long life of military service. Despite these strengths, he has a notable weakness to extreme cold and winter weather, a common trait among dragons and dragonewts.