Reiner Braun

Armored Titan

The true identity of the Armored Titan, and a skilled soldier and leader in the 104th Training Corps. A complex character grappling with the conflict between his mission and his humanity.

Quotes

  • I have to fight for this country now.
  • There's nothing more painful than not knowing what you should do.
  • Once you've gained the power of the Armored Titan, there's no escaping it.
  • This is my fight. I can't afford to lose.
  • I have no fear of becoming a sacrifice.

Trivia

  • Reiner is said to be modeled after one of the author's friends.
  • The Armored Titan form's design features heavy armor and a muscular build.
  • Voice actor Yoshimasa Hosoya deeply understands the character's conflicts and incorporates them into his performance.
  • The name 'Braun' does not derive from the English word brown (brown).

Alternate names

Reiner Braun Armored Titan 104th Training Corps Leader

Tags

Attack on Titan Armored Titan 104th Training Corps Leader Split personality Traitor Warrior candidate Titan shifter Dark fantasy Humanity vs. Titans

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Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male
Birthday
March 18

Appearance

Overall appearance
Sturdy build with well-developed muscles. Short blond hair and sharp blue eyes are features. Exudes an intimidating presence as a warrior.
Height
About 185cm
Weight
Secret
Eye color
Blue
Hair color
Blond
Distinguishing features
  • Muscular and sturdy physique
  • Short blond hair
  • Sharp blue eyes
Iconic items
  • Survey Corps uniform
  • Armored Titan transformation ability
  • Omni-directional mobility gear

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Sense of responsibility
Detailed personality
Possesses a strong sense of responsibility and mission, yet mentally unstable, struggling between his own beliefs and his duties, with intense emotional fluctuations. Cares deeply for comrades and demonstrates leadership.
Keywords
  • Sense of responsibility
  • Conflict
  • Leadership
  • Resilient
  • Loyalty
  • Introverted
  • Tormented
Motto
Become stronger than anything else in order to fulfill one's mission.
Talents
  • High combat ability
  • Titan transformation ability
  • Strategic thinking
  • Leadership
  • Endurance
  • Physical prowess
Skills
  • Proficient handling of omni-directional mobility gear
  • Hand-to-hand combat
  • Mental control
  • Commanding comrades
Motivation
To fulfill his mission and protect his homeland, as well as to search for the meaning of his own existence.
Habits
Often clenches his fists and falls silent when in distress. Distinctive in hiding his true identity while harboring mental conflicts.
Favorite foods
Bread, Meat dishes, Vegetables
Favorite colors
Blue, Gray
Favorite places
Inside the walls, Training Corps base
Disliked situations
Deception, Betrayal, Showing one's own weakness, Mental strain
Disliked weather
Storms, Cold

History

Backstory
Warrior candidate from the Marley Empire. Assigned the mission to destroy humanity inside the walls for his homeland, infiltrates the 104th Training Corps and builds bonds with many comrades. Continuously struggles between his mission and his feelings for his comrades.
Debut date
April 7, 2013
Work title
Attack on Titan
Media type
Anime
Episode or chapter
TV Anime Episode 1

104th Training Corps enrollment

Significant event
104th Training Corps enrollment
Description
Appears as a member of the Survey Corps' 104th Training Corps. Recognized as leader by comrades.

Armored Titan identity revealed

Significant event
Armored Titan identity revealed
Description
His identity as the Armored Titan is revealed, becoming a major turning point in the story.

Battle on the decisive battlefield

Significant event
Battle on the decisive battlefield
Description
Engages in fierce combat with Eren and others, where his internal conflict and mission reach their peak.

Relationships

Bertholdt Hoover

Best friend

Carried out missions together as warrior candidates and overcame many hardships.

Annie Leonhart

Teammate

Shared missions as fellow warrior candidates and cooperated at times.

Eren Yeager

Rival

Deeply fated relationship as enemies wielding Titan powers.

Survey Corps

Survey Corps: leader

Marleyan Warrior Candidates

Marleyan Warrior Candidates: soldier

Media appearances

Attack on Titan

Anime / Protagonist

2013 TV Anime series

Attack on Titan

Manga / Protagonist

Ongoing serialization

Attack on Titan Live-Action Movie

Movie / Supporting

2015

Voice cast and creators

Yoshimasa Hosoya

Voice actor
Yoshimasa Hosoya
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Anime version

J. Michael Tatum

Voice actor
J. Michael Tatum
Language
English
Version or series
English dub

Hajime Isayama

Creator name
Hajime Isayama
Role
Original author

WIT STUDIO / MAPPA

Creator name
WIT STUDIO / MAPPA
Role
Animation studio

Kodansha

Creator name
Kodansha
Role
Publisher

Related goods

Reiner Braun Figure

Item name
Reiner Braun Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Armored Titan Action Figure

Item name
Armored Titan Action Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

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