Beatrice

Librarian of the Forbidden Library and powerful artificial spirit

Young girl who is the librarian of the Forbidden Library in Roswaal Manor, an artificial spirit who uses powerful magic.

Quotes

  • “You're so noisy.”
  • “I will protect the Forbidden Library.”
  • “Books don't lie.”
  • “I just follow orders.”
  • “Are you an idiot?”

Trivia

  • Name derived from a traditional European female name.
  • Appearance in the story is young, but mental age is high.
  • Popular among fans as a typical tsundere example.
  • Detailed settings regarding the management of the Forbidden Library.
  • Magic incantations often use unique rhyming words.

Alternate names

Beatrice Beatrice Beatrice

Tags

Beatrice Re:Zero Artificial Spirit Forbidden Library Magical Girl Roswaal Manor Dark Fantasy Loli Character

Profile

Species
Artificial Spirit
Gender
Female

Appearance

Overall appearance
Young girl with golden hair tied in twin tails and purple eyes. Wearing typical Gothic-style clothes and carrying a magic wand.
Height
Approximately 120cm (estimated)
Hair color
Blond
Distinguishing features
  • Twin-tail hairstyle
  • Purple eyes
  • Gothic dress-style clothing
Iconic items
  • Magic wand
  • Key to the Forbidden Library
  • Ancient documents

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Tsundere
Detailed personality
Basically tsun-tsun with a seemingly cold tone, but fundamentally honest and caring toward comrades. Has a slightly playful side, and particularly shows emotions toward the protagonist. Strong thirst for knowledge and sense of duty to protect the Forbidden Library.
Keywords
  • Tsundere
  • Calm
  • Honest
  • Thirst for knowledge
  • Caring for comrades
  • Playful
Motto
“Guardian of the Forbidden Library, never negligent”
Talents
  • Powerful magic power
  • Immortality as a spirit
  • Retention of knowledge
Skills
  • Advanced magic incantation
  • Book management
  • Mechanical thinking
  • Time control magic
Motivation
Protection of the Forbidden Library and maintenance of Roswaal Manor's safety. Building good relationships with the protagonists and fulfilling the role of protecting the world.
Habits
Often speaks in a tsun-tsun tone but occasionally dere. Catchphrases like 'You're so noisy' etc.
Favorite foods
Black tea, Western sweets, Cookies
Favorite colors
Purple, Gold
Hobbies
Reading, Magic experiments
Disliked situations
Entering the Forbidden Library without permission, Noisy places

History

Backstory
Artificial spirit created at Roswaal's request in the past. Created to protect the Forbidden Library, maintains the mansion's order using powerful magic. Appears cold on the surface but fundamentally has strong sense of responsibility and care for comrades.
Debut date
April 4, 2016
Work title
Re:Zero -Starting Life in Another World-
Media type
Anime
Episode or chapter
Appears from episode 1

Meeting with protagonist Subaru

Significant event
Meeting with protagonist Subaru
Description
In the first meeting in the Forbidden Library, builds a cooperative relationship despite tsun-tsun attitude.

Confrontation with the Witch Cult

Significant event
Confrontation with the Witch Cult
Description
Engages in battles with various Witch Cult forces for the defense of Roswaal Manor.

The time her past and mission are revealed

Significant event
The time her past and mission are revealed
Description
Core secrets about her significance as an artificial spirit and bond with Roswaal are revealed.

Relationships

Roswaal L. Mathers

Creator and master. Ally in managing the Forbidden Library and maintaining order in Roswaal Manor.

Natsuki Subaru

Best friend

Cooperates multiple times as the protagonist, deepening mutual trust and emotions.

Emilia

Ally

Cooperates as a supporter of Emilia, the lord of Roswaal Manor.

Residents of Roswaal Manor

Residents of Roswaal Manor: strategist

Media appearances

Re:Zero -Starting Life in Another World-

Anime / Supporting

2016 TV series

Re:Zero -Starting Life in Another World-

Manga / Supporting

Serializing

Re:Zero -Starting Life in Another World- Starting Life in Another World: The New Kingdom

Game / Supporting

2020

Voice cast and creators

Satomi Arai

Voice actor
Satomi Arai
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV anime version
Notes
First

Brittany Lauda

Voice actor
Brittany Lauda
Language
English
Version or series
English dub version

Tappei Nagatsuki

Creator name
Tappei Nagatsuki
Role
Original author

Shinichirou Otsuka

Creator name
Shinichirou Otsuka
Role
Illustrator

WHITE FOX

Creator name
WHITE FOX
Role
Animation studio

Related goods

Beatrice Figure

Item name
Beatrice Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Beatrice Acrylic Stand

Item name
Beatrice Acrylic Stand
Category
Accessory
Availability
Regular