Gilgamesh

Biodata

Feature	Information
Name	Gilgamesh (吉尔伽美什)
Alias(es)	Archer; King of Heroes; King of Uruk; Wise King
Species/Race	Demigod — one-third human and two-thirds divine; described as the gods' “Wedge of Humanity” 36 59 80
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Uruk; formerly Tokiomi Tohsaka's Servant in the Fourth Holy Grail War 28 310
Occupation/Role	King of Uruk; Archer-class Heroic Spirit; defender and administrator of Uruk 80 310 354
Status	Active; remains in Uruk after the battle against Tiamat 422 423
First Appearance	Chapter 28

Background / History

Gilgamesh is the first king in human history and the protagonist of the oldest heroic epic. Created as a divine-human wedge to sustain humanity, he initially viewed the world from the perspective of a god rather than a human being. His early nature was fiery, willful, brutal, and unrestrained. 59 80

His life changed through Enkidu. After meeting Enkidu, fighting Humbaba alongside him, and defeating the Bull of Heaven, Gilgamesh became the King of Heroes. Enkidu's death at the hands of the gods forced him to confront loss and mortality; his subsequent, unsuccessful search for the herb of immortality ultimately transformed him from a tyrant into Uruk's Wise King. 80 329

As Wise King, Gilgamesh accepts that Uruk itself will eventually perish, but works to ensure that its culture, records, and human will survive. He treats the Tablet of Destiny as both a source of guidance and a vessel through which Sumerian civilization can be passed to future generations. 341

Appearance

Gilgamesh is a golden-haired, scarlet-eyed king whose appearance remains recognizable between his Archer manifestation and his time ruling ancient Uruk. In modern Fuyuki, he wears black-and-white casual clothes with gold jewelry; his golden hair and regal bearing still make him conspicuous. 50 67 310

• Golden hair and a frequently described golden presence. 29 348
• Scarlet eyes, particularly prominent when angered or serious. 67 80
• Wears gold jewelry even while dressed in modern casual clothing. 50
• Uses a lion-skin cloak and can equip himself with defensive treasures from his treasury. 89

Personality

Gilgamesh is intensely proud and speaks of others as “mongrels,” false kings, or toys. He considers most treasures, bloodlines, and Noble Phantasms beneath his notice, and initially sees even grand displays of human achievement as entertainment rather than threats. 29 49 77 82

His contempt does not prevent him from recognizing genuine worth. Iskandar's refusal to yield earned Gilgamesh's respect, while Waver's resolve after Iskandar's death persuaded him to spare the young Master's life. He also takes interest in capable people: Rovey's schemes amuse him, and he regards Rovey as one of his few friends despite their constant hostility. 67 82 83 350

As Uruk's Wise King, his arrogance becomes restrained by responsibility. He personally handles matters ranging from battlefield deployment to palace repairs, prioritizes Uruk's survival over personal grudges, and accepts that victory may require harsh decisions. 311 331 354

Abilities & Skills

Gate of Babylon

Gilgamesh's treasury connects to the Golden Capital and stores countless Noble Phantasms and treasures. He can open golden portals to deploy its contents as weapons, supplies, defenses, or ammunition. 91 397

• Fires volleys ranging from dozens of portals to thousands or tens of thousands, enough to turn Fuyuki's night sky gold. 28 91
• Can use Noble Phantasms as Broken Phantasms, sacrificing them for explosive force. 90
• Draws defensive treasures such as Rho Aias, the Golden Fleece, and the Aegis of the Gods from the treasury. 89
• Provided Rovey access to the treasury and later allowed him to use its contents independently. 397 431
• Its stores can be depleted: Uruk's prolonged use of the King's Cannons nearly exhausted the treasury's treasure category. 419

Ea / Enuma Elish

Ea is Gilgamesh's greatest treasure and an anti-world Noble Phantasm. When its three blades representing heaven, earth, and the underworld rotate, it gathers magical energy and the winds of creation to split heaven and earth. 81

• Destroyed Iskandar's Ionian Hetairoi Reality Marble and its desert world. 81
• Distorts space and possesses exceptional destructive power against Reality Marbles. 81 98
• Gilgamesh considers it his ultimate answer when confronting opponents worthy of his full effort. 80 95
• Anti-Purification defenses can oppose its world-rending effect; Enkidu is specifically noted as capable of contending with it. 98
• Gilgamesh later entrusts Ea to Rovey as a necessary weapon against Tiamat. 398 420

Enkidu

Gilgamesh's most prized Noble Phantasm is Enkidu, the Chain of Heaven, named for his sworn friend. 82

• Manifested as golden chains that halted Iskandar's Gordius Wheel and pinned him in place. 83
• Particularly effective against targets possessing divine blood or divinity. 83
• Gilgamesh deploys it as an expression of respect rather than casual force when he acknowledges an opponent's will. 82

Divinity and Physical Might

As a two-thirds divine Heroic Spirit, Gilgamesh possesses exceptionally high Divinity and overwhelming baseline combat power. 36

• His divine nature makes ordinary combat against him extremely difficult. 36
• He can enhance himself with Strength Pills, herbs, and conceptual items drawn from his treasury. 311
• Before confronting Rovey and Scáthach, he used the Elixir of Immortality and Holy Grail mana to gain rapid healing, immense endurance, and sustained Noble Phantasm output. 95
• This enhanced state could still be bypassed by a decisive attack on his Spirit Core or Spirit Foundation. 95

Clairvoyance and Magecraft

Gilgamesh possesses Clairvoyance and is a highly capable magus, combining ancient mythological magecraft with his kingly resources. 295 393 431

• Uses Clairvoyance to anticipate future events, including his eventual reunion with Enkidu. 422
• Employs a personal encryption method on his clay tablets that even Merlin cannot decipher. 295
• Assists with magical research and technical adjustments despite clashing with Rovey over the differences between ancient and modern magecraft. 393 431

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Ea — Gilgamesh's world-rending sword and greatest Noble Phantasm. 81
• Gate of Babylon key — grants access to his treasury; later shared with Rovey. 397 420
• Enkidu — chains representing his most treasured bond and Noble Phantasm. 82 83
• Vimana, the Ship of Heaven — aerial vessel destroyed through Rovey and Scáthach's coordinated attack. 88 90
• Twin axes — weapons he uses while defending Uruk and fighting the Demon God Pillars. 317 318
• King's Cannons — Uruk's wall-mounted artillery, powered by treasures from the Gate of Babylon; later transferred to Rovey. 403 419 422
• Tablet of Destiny — a vital Sumerian record containing prophecy and preserving Uruk's cultural legacy. 311 341

Relationships

• Tokiomi Tohsaka — Former Master during the Fourth Holy Grail War. Tokiomi forcibly recalled Gilgamesh with a Command Seal to prevent a premature decisive battle. 28 29
• Kirei Kotomine — Gilgamesh manipulates Kirei into recognizing his desire for pleasure, privately considering him a completed “toy.” 49
• Enkidu — Gilgamesh's sworn friend and most precious bond. Enkidu's death shaped Gilgamesh's transformation into the Wise King; Gilgamesh refuses to accept Kingu as a replacement. 80 378 423
• Iskandar — Rival king. Gilgamesh dismisses Iskandar's army but respects his unyielding will and defeats him with Enkidu and Ea. 77 82 83
• Rovey — Initially an enemy and desired “spoil of war,” later a trusted nuisance and one of Gilgamesh's few acknowledged friends. Gilgamesh entrusts him with administrative work, the Gate of Babylon, and Ea. 60 311 350 398
• Scáthach — Formidable opponent whom Gilgamesh initially underestimates; her cooperation with Rovey destroys his Vimana and forces him to fight seriously. 88 90 95
• Siduri — Chief priestess and trusted confidante. She can restrain Gilgamesh when necessary, manages Uruk in his absence, and is entrusted with leading its survivors and reconstruction. 329 333 399
• Kingu — Occupies Enkidu's body but insists she is not Enkidu. Gilgamesh initially reacts with hostility, yet eventually relies on her as an insurance policy against Tiamat. 378 385 399
• Tiamat — His mother and the Goddess of Creation. Gilgamesh places Uruk's survival first while still seeking a path to save her. 331 405
• Merlin — Allied magus and frequent source of frustration, particularly when Merlin evades work or fails to retrieve crucial tablets. 312 316

Story Role / Major Arcs

Fourth Holy Grail War

Gilgamesh enters the conflict as Archer under Tokiomi Tohsaka. He threatens to unleash overwhelming force against Berserker and the surrounding Servants, but Tokiomi uses a Command Seal to withdraw him, enraging the King of Heroes. 28 29

After the war's major battles, he guides Kirei Kotomine toward pursuing pleasure. At Iskandar's banquet, he provides the wine of kings, recognizes Rovey's ability, and takes interest in the competing ideals of kingship. 49 56 59

When Iskandar, Lancelot, and Fionn join forces against him, Gilgamesh responds without fear. He annihilates Ionian Hetairoi with Ea, honors Iskandar's courage by invoking Enkidu, and ultimately defeats the King of Conquerors. 70 81 82 83

Gilgamesh later fights Rovey and Scáthach at Ryūdō Temple. His rage destroys much of the temple and surrounding area, while Rovey and Scáthach destroy his Vimana and force him to prepare with elixirs, Holy Grail mana, defensive treasures, and maximum firepower. 88 90 91 95

Defense of Uruk

In the Mesopotamian Singularity, Gilgamesh rules Uruk as a worn but capable Wise King. He oversees every aspect of the city's defense against demonic beasts, assigns Rovey half of Uruk's administration, and studies the Tablet of Destiny for ways to confront Tiamat and Goetia. 310 311 314

His workload eventually overwhelms him: his body shuts down abnormally and his soul is taken to the Underworld. Gilgamesh escapes the Underworld's seven gates on his own, trades access to modern weapons from the Gate of Babylon for Ereshkigal's Holy Grail, and returns to Uruk. 333 348 354

Battle Against Tiamat

Gilgamesh prepares Uruk for Tiamat's arrival by organizing refugees, preserving Sumerian cultural records, and assigning allies to defensive positions. He openly informs Uruk's people of strategic changes rather than ruling through secrecy. 354 382 398

He loans Rovey access to Ea and the Gate of Babylon, then remains in Uruk to buy time with the King's Cannons. After Tiamat's defeat, he acknowledges that future history will credit him as the principal hero despite the many unnamed allies who secured victory. 398 403 420

Notable Quotes

“You false kings and rogue cultivators, continue your brutal fight like wild dogs here. Remember this, only true heroes are worthy of standing before me.” 29

“King of Conquerors, Iskandar… Very good, very good. I have committed your name and your final moments to memory, and I acknowledge your indomitable will.” 82

“Of course. This king will achieve victory... No, we will definitely achieve victory!” 405

“My friend has always been her alone, throughout all ages.” 378

Trivia

• Gilgamesh purchases modern video games to “personally experience the entertainment of this era and judge its value.” 50
• He regards Iskandar as more interesting than Artoria during the kings' banquet. 59
• Rovey's illusion of Enkidu is convincing enough to briefly deceive even Gilgamesh's Clairvoyance and visibly restores his morale. 423
• Despite his royal status, much of Uruk's practical administration falls directly on him, from defense planning to mundane repairs. 311