Garfiel Tinsel

Sanctuary's Shield

Blonde demi-human quarter-blood who calls himself the Sanctuary's Shield and possesses powerful shield and beast transformation abilities as a warrior.

Quotes

  • I am the Sanctuary's shield. I will definitely protect what must be protected.
  • I won't let you hurt my comrades.
  • Behold the power of the beast!

Trivia

  • As a demi-human quarter-blood, possesses high physical abilities and beast transformation ability.
  • Golden beast ears are a feature; appears as a young man but has extremely high combat power.
  • Voice actor Yoshitsugu Matsuoka also voices protagonist Subaru, and the performance distinction is praised.

Alternate names

Garfiel Tinsel Demi-human's Shield

Tags

Garfiel Tinsel Re:Zero Demi-human Warrior Otherworld Fantasy Blonde hair Shield Beast transformation Quarter-blood

Profile

Species
Demi-human Quarter-blood
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
Muscular young man with blonde beast ears. Warrior appearance harboring beast power and beast claws.
Height
Approximately 185cm
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Blond
Distinguishing features
  • Golden beast ears
  • Sharp fangs
  • Muscular build
Iconic items
  • Shield
  • Beast claws
  • Demi-human outfit
  • Sanctuary symbol

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Loyalty
Detailed personality
Cares deeply for comrades, proud, strong sense of responsibility as the self-proclaimed Sanctuary's Shield protector. Somewhat short-tempered but possesses strong justice.
Keywords
  • Loyalty
  • Proud
  • Short-tempered
  • Comrade-loving
  • Brave
  • Sense of responsibility
Motto
Become a shield to protect comrades
Talents
  • Beast transformation ability
  • High defensive power
  • Tough physical abilities
  • Excellent combat sense
Skills
  • Shield-based defensive tactics
  • Hand-to-hand combat techniques
  • Beast-like sensory abilities
Motivation
To protect the Sanctuary and comrades
Habits
Habit of beast transforming during combat
Favorite foods
Meat dishes, Grilled fish
Favorite colors
Gold, Green
Disliked situations
Betrayal, Showing weakness

History

Backstory
Born as a quarter-blood between a demi-human and human, trained from childhood as a warrior with strong defensive power. Feels it is his mission to become a shield for the Sanctuary.
Debut date
April 4, 2016
Work title
Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World
Media type
Anime
Episode or chapter
Episode 9

Appearance as Sanctuary Guardian

Significant event
Appearance as Sanctuary Guardian
Description
Assists the protagonist in an important scene during the royal selection battle.

Awakening of Beast Transformation Ability

Significant event
Awakening of Beast Transformation Ability
Description
During battle, unleashes demi-human power and demonstrates immense strength.

Bond Formation with Comrades

Significant event
Bond Formation with Comrades
Description
Deepens trust with Beatrice and the protagonist.

Relationships

Beatrice

Teammate

Collaborated together to protect the Sanctuary

Sanctuary Guardians

Sanctuary Guardians: shield

Media appearances

Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World

Anime / Protagonist

2016 TV series

Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World

Manga / Supporting

Ongoing serialization

Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World - Lost in Memories

Game / Playable character

2020

Voice cast and creators

松岡禎丞

Voice actor
松岡禎丞
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV anime version
Notes
Main voice actor

Bryce Papenbrook

Voice actor
Bryce Papenbrook
Language
English
Version or series
English 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

Garfiel Figure

Item name
Garfiel Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Limited

Garfiel Acrylic Stand

Item name
Garfiel Acrylic Stand
Category
Accessory
Availability
Regular