Rudeus

Biodata

Power Progression

Background and History

Rudeus is the eldest son of Paul and Zenith Greyrat and Wood's twin brother. A former shut-in in his previous life, he saw his new life in a world of swords and magic as a chance to become powerful. Paul's demonstration of swordsmanship inspired him to train, though magic proved to be his greater talent 238 243.

Paul and Zenith arranged for Roxy to teach the brothers magic. Rudeus's rapid learning and exceptional mana reserves astonished her; after a year of instruction, his ability was nearing her own. He continued studying with Roxy when Wood left home to train under Ghislaine 242 243 245.

The Teleportation Disaster sent Rudeus and Alice to the Demon Continent. Rujierd rescued them, and the three formed Dead End to earn passage back to the Central Continent. After Wood reunited with the party, Rudeus urged a detour toward the Shiron Kingdom because he feared Paul and Zenith were in danger; Wood accepted his judgment 267 297 299.

Rudeus's encounters with the being calling itself the Human God led to a confrontation with Dragon God Orsted. He realized too late that the Human God's advice had maneuvered them into danger. Wood fought to cover the group's escape and was presumed dead, leaving Rudeus convinced that his own trust in the Human God had contributed to his brother's death 304 306 307.

Rudeus subsequently studied at Ranoa Demon Academy and worked as an adventurer under the name Mud. He funded research into summoning magic in the hope of bringing Wood back. When news arrived that Wood's grave had been disturbed, he returned home to investigate; Wood later returned, and the brothers traveled together again 489 491 517.

Personality

Rudeus combines quick analytical thinking with insecurity about his place beside Wood. As a child, he tried to establish himself as Roxy's primary student and send Wood away, yet he later acknowledged that Wood surpassed him in swordsmanship and overall combat ability 243 268. He helped organize Dead End's travels and used tactical spellcasting against faster opponents 268 521.

Wood's presumed death weighed heavily on him. He pursued a possible means of restoring his brother despite the strain it placed on his relationships with his sisters. After Wood's return, Rudeus remained grateful that their brotherly bond had endured 307 489 517.

Abilities & Skills

Demon Magic

Rudeus is a powerful mage with exceptional mana reserves and an affinity for no-chant casting 245 299.

• Rock Cannonball — His frequently used Earth spell can be fired rapidly without an incantation; charging it raises its power 521.
• Water and fire magic — He uses Water King-level spells and Saint-level Fire Magic in combat 302 303.
• Tactical casting — He creates distance against close-range fighters with spells such as Earth Spike and manually controls his regenerating Torrential Water Dragon 521.

Precognition Eye

• Foresees the next few seconds, allowing Rudeus to anticipate movement and warn allies 302 521.
• Does not make him fast enough to evade every attack: he could see Orsted's incoming beams but knew he could not dodge them 304.

Swordsmanship

• Trained under Paul and received guidance from other accomplished fighters, but cannot channel Battle Aura 238 268.
• Wood taught him Sword Aura; Rudeus had not mastered it by the time of the Demon Continent journey 268.

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Arrogant Water Dragon King — His magic staff, used in battles against Orsted and recognizable as part of his adventurer identity 302 304 493.
• Hooded mage robe — Concealed his face while working as the adventurer Mud 493.

Relationships

• Wood Greyrat — Twin and younger brother. Their childhood rivalry coexists with deep loyalty; Rudeus sought a way to restore Wood after his presumed death 238 268 489.
• Paul Greyrat — Father and first swordsmanship instructor; Paul welcomed Rudeus home during the investigation of Wood's grave 238 491.
• Zenith Greyrat — Mother, who arranged his magic education and continued to care for him despite the distance caused by Wood's presumed death 242 491.
• Roxy Migurdia — Magic tutor who recognized his extraordinary aptitude 243 245.
• Alice — Companion in Dead End; they initially argued after the teleportation but cooperated to return home 267.
• Rujierd — Rescued Rudeus and Alice and joined them in Dead End 267.
• Norn and Aisha — Younger sisters whose affection for Wood made Rudeus's relationship with them strained after Wood's presumed death; Norn openly blamed him 307 491.
• Orsted — Initially an enemy during the Human God's scheme; Rudeus later had to weigh Orsted's proposed help in restoring Wood against his anger over the battle 304 307.