Alphen
The Mysterious Man Bearing the Flame Sword
The protagonist of 'Tales of Arise', a mysterious swordsman who wields the flame sword, regains his lost memories, and saves the world.
Quotes
- I am the indomitable swordsman, Alphen.
- Advance forward without being bound by the past.
- This sword is my conviction.
- I won't leave anyone alone.
- The soul keeps burning.
Trivia
- The sword in this work is clad in flames, with flames visible during normal attacks.
- The left eye feels no pain from the present and symbolizes past trauma.
- The story characteristically begins from a state of amnesia.
- Beautiful animation cutscenes by ufotable are highly acclaimed.
- Can change into various costumes within the game.
Alternate names
Alphen
Alphen Shion
Flame Swordsman
Profile
- Species
- Half-Elf
- Gender
- Male
- Birthday
- unknown
Appearance
- Overall appearance
- Wears a black hooded cloak with his left eye covered by a prosthetic eye. A sturdy young man carrying a flame sword, clad in agile combat-ready attire.
- Height
- Approximately 180cm
- Eye color
- Brown
- Hair color
- Silver
- Distinguishing features
-
- Blind cloth covering the prosthetic left eye
- Silver hair
- Sword clad in flames during battle
- Iconic items
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- Flame Sword
- Black Cloak
- Prosthetic Eye Cloth
Personality and abilities
- Core personality
- Indomitable
- Detailed personality
- Possesses an indomitable spirit, deeply cares for comrades, and upholds a strong will to pursue his own justice. Grows through repeated conflict and acceptance stemming from past amnesia. Combines calmness with passion and interacts sincerely with everyone.
- Keywords
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- Brave
- Enigmatic
- Strongly Loyal
- Passionate
- Comrade-Caring
- Indomitable
- Motto
- My sword carves my own path
- Talents
-
- Swordsmanship Genius
- Power to Manipulate Flames
- Excellent Judgment
- Superior Physical Abilities
- Tactical Thinking
- Skills
-
- Combat with the Flame Sword
- High-Speed Movement
- Awareness of Surroundings
- Party Leadership
- Mental Fortitude Unyielding to Hardships
- Motivation
- To unravel the mysteries of his past, save the suffering people, and restore harmony to the world.
- Habits
- Not very talkative but speaks precisely when needed. Has a strong attachment to his own sword.
- Favorite foods
- Fruit, Simple Dishes
- Hobbies
- Swordsmanship Training, Nature Walks
- Favorite colors
- Black, Red
- Disliked situations
- Unjust Violence, Comrades in Peril
History
- Backstory
- A young man who awoke holding the flame sword in a state of lost memories. While battling to uncover the secrets of the sword and flame power, as well as the truth behind the conflict of the two worlds, he deepens bonds with his companions.
- Debut date
- September 9, 2021
- Work title
- Tales of Arise
- Media type
- Game
Awakening in Amnesiac State
- Significant event
- Awakening in Amnesiac State
- Description
- The story begins holding the flame sword in a state of lost memories.
Conflict Between the Two Worlds
- Significant event
- Conflict Between the Two Worlds
- Description
- The conflict between Rena Continent and Dana Continent forms the core axis of the story.
Bond Formation with Companions
- Significant event
- Bond Formation with Companions
- Description
- Relationships with traveling companions deepen.
Discovery of Truth and World Salvation
- Significant event
- Discovery of Truth and World Salvation
- Description
- In the story's climax, he learns his own origins, purpose, and the truth of the world, devoting himself to peace between both worlds.
Relationships
Shionne
Partner
Meet at the start of the journey and nurture a fateful bond.
Rinwell
Teammate
Supports as a mage and fights together.
Law
Teammate
Former noble swordsman and advisor.
Drake
Teammate
Wilderness bounty hunter trusted by the companions.
Giselotte
Teammate
Former Rena noble, petite female swordsman.
Travel Companions
Travel Companions: leader
Media appearances
Tales of Arise
Game / Protagonist
September 9, 2021, PS5・PS4・Xbox One・Xbox Series X/S・PC
Tales of Arise (OVA)
Anime / Protagonist
OVA work (production planned)
Voice cast and creators
Kaito Ishikawa
- Voice actor
- Kaito Ishikawa
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- Tales of Arise
- Notes
- Japanese voice actor for protagonist Alphen
Zeno Robinson
- Voice actor
- Zeno Robinson
- Language
- English
- Version or series
- Tales of Arise
- Notes
- English voice actor for protagonist Alphen
Bandai Namco Studios
- Creator name
- Bandai Namco Studios
- Role
- Original author
Daigo Okumura
- Creator name
- Daigo Okumura
- Role
- Character designer
Tatsunori Terada
- Creator name
- Tatsunori Terada
- Role
- Writer
ufotable
- Creator name
- ufotable
- Role
- Animation studio
Bandai Namco Entertainment
- Creator name
- Bandai Namco Entertainment
- Role
- Publisher
Related goods
Alphen Figure
- Item name
- Alphen Figure
- Category
- Figure
- Availability
- Limited
Flame Sword Replica
- Item name
- Flame Sword Replica
- Category
- Accessory
- Availability
- Limited
Alphen Acrylic Stand
- Item name
- Alphen Acrylic Stand
- Category
- Accessory
- Availability
- Regular