Roland Grace

Skull Squadron captain who fuses song and tactics

Captain of Skull Squadron appearing in Macross 7, an excellent tactician. A person who fuses music and tactics, utilizing the power of song in battle.

Quotes

  • Song is the power that moves the heart. It's necessary in battle too.
  • We Skull Squadron fight while singing. That's our way.
  • Calmly, but passionately. That's my tactic.
  • The key to victory is in the harmony of heart and music.
  • Can you hear your comrades' song? That's our weapon.

Trivia

  • Captain Roland has considerable singing ability and sometimes boosts allies' morale with song.
  • His music tactics embody the rare pilot who 'fights while singing'.
  • Command ability in Skull Squadron is top-class, and he is the squad's mental pillar.
  • Character design by Haruhiko Mikimoto.
  • Gives a cool impression on debut, but gains more humanity through exchanges with Nekki Basara.

Alternate names

Roland Grace Skull Squadron Captain Captain Roland

Tags

Macross Macross 7 Skull Squadron Song and Tactics Captain Tactician Rock Singer Space Opera SF Anime

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Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
Medium build man. Wears the Skull Squadron uniform and has a toned physique befitting a combat pilot. Handsome features with short hair.
Height
Approximately 175cm
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Skull Squadron captain badge
  • Short hair
Iconic items
  • Skull Squadron uniform
  • Pilot helmet
  • Wireless communicator
  • Sunglasses

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Calm
Detailed personality
Accurately judges situations and possesses leadership to command the team. Also has a passionate side, honing unique tactics by incorporating song elements into lifestyle and battles.
Keywords
  • Calm and composed
  • Passionate
  • Leadership
  • Tactician
  • Music lover
  • Humorous
Motto
Music and tactics are connected by the heart
Talents
  • Tactical planning
  • Leadership
  • Combat skills
  • Music theory
  • Communication
Skills
  • Variable fighter piloting
  • Team command
  • Singing ability
  • Psychological warfare
Motivation
As captain of Skull Squadron, protect squad members while bringing battle victory and peace through the power of song.
Habits
Often snaps fingers before battle and sometimes hums a tune quietly.
Music
Rock, Blues, Classical, Jazz, Songs during combat
Favorite foods
Steak, Coffee, Beer
Disliked situations
Unnecessary conflicts, Whining, Betrayal

History

Backstory
Originally an excellent combat pilot, later promoted to captain of Skull Squadron. Leads the squad with a unique combat style combining music and tactics. Stands against threats like Protodeviln alongside Nekki Basara and others.
Debut date
October 1, 1994
Work title
Macross 7
Media type
Anime
Episode or chapter
Episode 1

Appointment as Skull Squadron Captain

Significant event
Appointment as Skull Squadron Captain
Description
Amid fierce battles like gunpowder, leads Skull Squadron with calm command.

Song and Tactics Fusion

Significant event
Song and Tactics Fusion
Description
Establishes new tactics utilizing song, guiding battles to advantage.

Barota Campaign Participation

Significant event
Barota Campaign Participation
Description
Plays an important role in the battle against Protodeviln on the frontier planet Barota.

Final Battle with Protodeviln

Significant event
Final Battle with Protodeviln
Description
Together with Nekki Basara, promotes the evolution of Protodeviln, contributing to galactic peace.

Relationships

Nekki Basara

Teammate

Comrades in arms who wielded song and tactics together against Protodeviln.

Mylene Jiinas

Ally

Comrade in Skull Squadron, with a trusted relationship where they sometimes help each other.

Sakaemura Ken

Teammate

Junior in the team, maintaining close combat coordination.

Leon Mishima

Rival

Indirect rivalry throughout the series.

Skull Squadron

Skull Squadron: leader

Media appearances

Macross 7

Anime / Protagonist

1994 TV series

Voice cast and creators

Hōchū Ōtsuka

Voice actor
Hōchū Ōtsuka
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Macross 7 TV anime version

unknown

Voice actor
unknown
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Theatrical films and others

Studio Nue

Creator name
Studio Nue
Role
Original author

Shōji Kawamori

Creator name
Shōji Kawamori
Role
Writer

Satellite

Creator name
Satellite
Role
Animation studio

Related goods

Roland Grace Figure

Item name
Roland Grace Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Skull Squadron Captain Costume

Item name
Skull Squadron Captain Costume
Category
Apparel
Availability
Limited

Macross 7 Soundtrack

Item name
Macross 7 Soundtrack
Category
Digital
Availability
Regular

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