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Lost in my dreams...
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Character discussion - Welkin
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2009-04-24, 14:12 | Link #2 |
そのおっぱいで13才
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So far... Like the guy. His airheaded attitude is both irritating and entertaining at the same time. And really surprised when he predicted the fog by the bird. As expected of Welkin! Even if the tank plan felt all or nothing.......
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2009-04-25, 11:30 | Link #5 | |
Wiggle Your Big Toe
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If anything should against him it was that he was sort of a scaredy cat in the first 2 episodes. As for being an idiot he might say some questionable things from time to time (which he also does in the game), but thats not enough to merit someone as an idiot.
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2009-04-25, 14:37 | Link #6 |
The WereCat
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chill.. I think what mr. terrorist wants to say is that welkin in the anime acts like an airhead. maybe he just chose the wrong word.. and there is also the word ACT. someone "acting" like an idiot it not necessarily and Idiot.
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2009-04-26, 00:36 | Link #7 | |
Wiggle Your Big Toe
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Both versions have a knack for saying the wrong things at times and being oblivious to certain things around them.
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2009-04-26, 06:12 | Link #8 |
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In the game Welkin volunteered straight up to fight the Imperial Scouts on the outskirts of Bruhl and once again when:
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In the anime to me so far he's being very cautious in how he gets involved in a war he doesn't want to be a part of which is understandable but I do prefer the game and manga versions myself. But I'm still going to give Welkin a chance here, we're not even a quarter of the way through the series yet so there's still hope for him to redeem himself to me. In Noce's words, if he hurts Alicia... I'll kill him. ;D
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2009-04-26, 09:52 | Link #9 | |||
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2009-04-28, 19:03 | Link #10 |
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So far, I don't like him...
He's too carefree, too laid-back to be a squad commander. He needs to be more take-charge, more determined and more authoritative. I don't think I would follow a commander like him in a war. He should be traveling from place to place, looking at plants and animals instead of leading a military squad. I haven't played the game, so I can't make any comparison there, but so far in the anime his character is not very impressive. |
2009-04-28, 19:43 | Link #11 | |
Catholic = Cat addiction?
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Yet, to be fair, he did not want to be in the position forced upon him, that is none other than being a platoon leader. Yes, he'd much prefer to travel from place to place, looking at plants and animals instead of joining a military. Unfortunately, shit happens, and things you don't want to often come flying at you. But, just because he is laid back does not mean he isn't thinking. He has proven to be a good strategist, even if he had proven to be less-than-conventional. Of course, to me, a good commander is one who can have his men undergo difficulties while survive the ordeal. That is enough for me. - Tak (Yang Wen-Li, anyone?)
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2009-04-28, 21:47 | Link #12 | |
The Dark Knight
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He's serious when he has to be, especially when he first met his squad. When it came to establishing his position as Squad leader, rather than wasting time arguing and flexing muscles, he went ahead and proved his worth as a commander to shut them up. Actions speak louder than words. And if it wasn't for his passion for animals and plants, he wouldn't be able to score his victory at Vasel bridge and this wouldn't be the first. So far he's demonstrated to be a capable leader that follows logic and is optimistic even when the situation looks grim. In fact, he should be optimistic because he's their commander, it's not good for a squad if your leader is freaking out and depressed. |
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2009-04-29, 01:25 | Link #13 | ||
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As a character so far he is kind of "meh" to me... |
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2009-04-29, 06:09 | Link #14 | |
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However leaders that, in battle, can win the trust of their soldiers AND keep them alive AND snatch victory from nowhere; now they are truly special and inspirational. Especially when they don't look the part. It's like finding out that Mr Average Joe managed to circumnavigate the globe in a bath tub, so why can't you? Which is the kind of person Welkin is... in the game at least. He's showing signs of it so far in the anime, even if he's a bit more eccentric there than the game. |
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2009-04-29, 07:26 | Link #15 | |
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Moreover, a good inspirational leader is one that people could trust. While he might not appear to be your typical soldier, he has yet to fail his mates. If you say a leader is one that fills confidence, then he is certainly doing that part. So far, he has not led his platoon astray, and clearly his platoon has confidence in him and his ability to win battles. ... why is Valkyria suddenly giving me LoGH vibes? - Tak
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2009-04-29, 17:45 | Link #16 | |
The Dark Knight
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I mean you got Hawk of Endymion, Ghost of Solomon, the red comet, all earned because each pilot performed admirably in those battles. |
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2009-04-29, 17:58 | Link #17 |
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Surprisingly enough, Welkin doesn't even get a nickname in the game. Or even a promotion. He just gets references to the blood of heroes running in the family.
Only the squad gets anything, and it's as cliche as they come and probably predicted by anyone who noticed the number of the squad. The "Lucky Sevens". >_> |
2009-04-29, 18:06 | Link #18 |
The Dark Knight
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Yeah, even Gregor gets the nickname, "Demon of the Empire."
But really, you can't judge a book by its cover, Welkin can look dim at times but when needed he'll do what he can to pull through. |
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