Galand (The Seven Deadly Sins)
Galand is a male anime and manga character who features in The Seven Deadly Sins.
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Biography
Galand (Japanese: ガラン, Hepburn: Garan) was a male member of the Demon Clan that inhabited the Demon Realm. At some point, his skill led to the Demon King choosing him to be a member of his elite force that were the Ten Commandments where he was given the Commandment of Truth. Around 3,000 years ago, he along with the other members of the Demon Clan waged war against the Goddess Clan along with the other races of the lands. One of his compatriots during the Holy War was the demon Baruja where they fought together during some battles. During the conflict, the Archangel Ludociel came to take a number of demons hostage leading to Galand, Derieri, Monspeet, Melascula, and Fraudrin being sent into the Fairy King's Forest to rescue them. Upon reaching, they were confronted by the goddess Elizabeth who tried to give a peaceful exit to the situation, only so that the extermination of all the hostages and all the demon army ended up unleashing a battle between the Commandments and two of the Four Archangels. During the battle, Galand supported Derieri against Tarmiel, managing to cut the head of the Archangel without effect, being overcome by its power shortly after. After releasing his Critical Over, Galand managed to release a powerful attack on Sariel, only to be overpowered by Ludociel. When Derieri and Monspeet use their Indura Transformation, Galand fled the battle along with Fraudrin. Along with the rest of the Demon Clan, Galand was sealed away by the Goddess Clan after losing the ancient war against the other four races.
After Hendrickson managed to weaken the seal on the Coffin of Eternal Darkness, Galand and the rest of his the Ten Commandments appeared before Fraudrin in the body of the Holy Knight Dreyfus the terrified ex Great Holy Knight. Shortly after being updated on the current state of Britannia, Zeldris suggested that they head East for Edinburgh Hill to recuperate their magical power. In agreement the Ten Commandments departed Zhuhur Valley, leaving Hendrickson alone. They arrived at Edinburgh Hill where Galand and his fellow Commandments find a ruined castle, commenting on the powerful magic that destroyed it and finding a 30,000ft deep hole, which they concluded was Meliodas's doing. Overhearing his comrades' conversation about the two Albion's destruction in the Fairy King's Forest and Camelot while resting, Galand was overjoyed to hear that there are powerful people still around even and wanted some action, but Zeldris stopped him as he reminded the Galand that it was their pride that got them sealed by the Goddess Clan 3,000 years ago, which Galand ignored. He arrives at Camelot and say he jumped 72 times to reach his destination. He makes himself known before the southern kingdom's Holy Knights and the Seven Deadly Sins who were unnerved by his presence. Galand revealed that he knew Meliodas and was surprised he didn't age at all for the last three thousand years. He then decided to test his power slightly by swinging his weapon and destroying a large inhabited area. While the Seven Deadly Sins fought bravely they were no match against Galand. Merlin's attempt to use magic against Galand failed and then, when she tried to trick him, Galand's ability Truth petrified her. When Meliodas used his demonic power, Galand still overpowered him, saying he had become weak. He then left Camelot, as he was led to believe he had killed everyone, but had simply been deceived by Gowther. When he returns, Galand reveals to everyone he killed Meliodas, which they don't believe. Galand gets flustered by their disbelief and states that they should not doubt his words.
Overview
Personality and attributes
In appearance, Galand was a red skinned tall and lean humanoid demon whose form seemed akin to a knightly suit of armor. Among the Ten Commandments, he came to be known as the Galand the Truth (真実のガラン Shinjitsu no Garan).
It was shown to be very sadistic and battle crazed who was eager to go to battle against new enemies. In fact, he was delighted that powerful people still existed after 3,000 years of being sealed.
As a fighter, he was shown to possess excellent combat instincts. He said that he had a hatred for mages, stating they always ruined his fun.
He had said that the demon race ranked above all others and he typically looked down on humans as being weak. Galand held a special hatred for mages stating they always ruined his fun.
Galand was also shown a have a fondness for alcohol.
Though they have their disagreements, it was shown that Galand and Melascula were seemingly good friends. They were shown to had enjoyed each other's company and drank together. When Tarmiel and Sariel used Omega Ark, he grabbed Melascula out of harm's way, showing a degree of care for her well-being.
Powers and abilities
As a member of the demon race, he possessed abilities that were far beyond that of an ordinary human with an incredible level of magic power. His physiology meant that he possessed seven hearts in his body and the shadow substance of his nature made him incredibly resilient where he was able to use the matter to reattach his severed body within moments. He could also use this power for a variety of purposes such as forming wings for flight. After escaping from the demon seal, he came to be weakened where even in this state he had a power level of 26,000. His great physical strength allowed him to leap over great distances in order to travel the land. In fact, he was able to journey to the Kingdom of Camelot in 72 high jumps letting him cover several kilometers easily.
His own magical ability was Critical Over (臨界突破クリティカルオーバー, Kuritikaru Ōbā) was a power that enhanced his physical strength to its absolute limits. Once triggered, his power level rose where it was listed at 40,000. It was said to be a simple ability but one without peer and greatly enhanced Galand's strength which he used to fight more dangerous foes. When in use, his body bulked up with his increased muscles leading to a greater strength from his blows. In fact, with one swing of his weapon he was able to destroy a vast portion of the landscape while sending shockwaves strong enough to cleave nearby mountains.
He was armed with a large double-sided spear in combat where one end resembled a harpoon whilst the other end had an axe-shaped blade. Galand was extremely skilled in using the weapon where he could use it for fatal and highly destructive techniques.
Among the techniques known to him included:
- Critical Over (臨界突破クリティカルオーバー, Kuritikaru Ōbā; literally meaning "Critical Breakthrough") : Galand's innate power which upon activaton heightened his physical strength to its utmost limit. He can maintain this strength until his magic is exhausted.
- Shura Shushushu (修しゅ羅ら咒しゅ手しゅ終しゅう, Shura Shushushū; literally meaning "Carnage Spell Hand Finish") : Chaos Galland performs a simple upward swipe with his hand, creating a narrow cutting wave that cleaves everything in its path cleanly apart.
- Furubokko (掉没辜フルボッコ, Furubokko; literally meaning "Total Beating") : Chaos Galand get in close range to deliver a barrage of punches over his opponent.
- Zanbarazan (惨ざん散ばら斬ざん, Zanbarazan; literally meaning "Wretched Scatter Strike") : jumping high into the air before piercing the ground with a succession of deadly strikes delivered with his spear. The force of the attack shattered the ground beneath him, causing wide spread devastation to the surrounding area.
- Bunzaradan (紊ぶん粗ざら断だん, Bunzaradan; literally meaning "Chaotic Judgement) : whirling his spear around himself at an incredible speed, Galand rained down an explosive gale of slashes on his opponent. A result of this attack meant that debris was sent flying amid the destruction.
- Bassari(伐ばっ裟さ利り, Bassari; literally meaning "Critical Strike") : Galand delivered a decisive slash to the enemy with his spear. The power of the slash cleaved the ground beneath in two causing it to split the surrounding ground.
Due to his power, he came to be chosen to join the ranks of the elite force of demons known as the Ten Commandments (十戒, Jikkai). This saw the Demon King bestowing one of his curses on Galand thus making him the bearer of the Commandment of Truth (真しん実じつ, Shinjitsu). The curse came into effect if a lie was ever spoken within his presence whereupon it caused the person to be turned to stone regardless of their power. As a curse, the Commandment was even capable of affecting Galand which necessitated in him having to be careful to not utter a lie.
Notes
- Galand was created by Nakaba Suzuki where he featured in the setting of The Seven Deadly Sins universe.
- The author, Nakaba Suzuki, had stated that Galand along with Derieri were his personal favorites design wise among the Ten Commandments.
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Appearances
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