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Émile Durkheim

Erza Scarlet

Erza Scarlet (エルザ・スカーレット, Eruza Sukāretto) is one of the most powerful and iconic characters in Fairy Tail. She is an S-Class Mage of the Fairy Tail Guild and a core member of Team Natsu. Known for her strength, discipline, and leadership abilities, Erza is a fierce warrior with a caring heart. She also briefly served as the guild’s 7th Guild Master during Makarov’s absence in X792.

Émile Durkheim
Born
David Émile Durkheim

(1858-04-15)15 April 1858

Épinal, France
Died 15 November 1917(1917-11-15)(aged 59)

Paris,France
Nationality French
Alma mater École Normale Supérieure
Known for Sacred–profane dichotomy
Collective consciousness
Social fact
Social integration
Anomie
Collective effervescence
Scientific career
Fields Philosophy, sociology, education, anthropology, religious studies
Institutions University of Paris, University of Bordeaux
Influences Immanuel Kant, René Descartes,Plato, Herbert Spencer,Aristotle, Montesquieu, Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Auguste Comte. William James, John Dewey, Fustel de Coulanges, Jean-Marie Guyau, Charles Bernard Renouvier, John Stuart Mill
Influenced Marcel Mauss,Claude Lévi-Strauss, Talcott Parsons, Maurice Halbwachs, Jonathan Haidt, Lucien Lévy-Bruhl,Bronisław Malinowski, Fernand Braudel, Pierre Bourdieu, Charles Taylor, Henri Bergson, Emmanuel Levinas, Steven Lukes, Alfred Radcliffe-Brown, E. E. Evans-Pritchard, Mary Douglas, Paul Fauconnet, Robert N. Bellah, Ziya Gökalp, David Bloor, Randall Collins, Neil Smelser[1]

Appearance

Erza is a tall, young woman with long scarlet hair and brown eyes. She is known for her beauty and strong, commanding presence. Erza typically wears custom-made armor, reflecting her love of battle and her role as a combat mage. One of her most iconic outfits is her Heart Kreuz armor, a simple silver breastplate with a blue skirt. She often changes her armor through Requip Magic, allowing her to don various armors for different combat scenarios.

A collection of Durkheim's courses on the origins of socialism (1896), edited and published by his nephew, Marcel Mauss, in 1928

Erza Scarlet adorned in her signature armor, exemplifying her reputation as one of the strongest wizards in Fairy Tail.

Personality

Erza is strict, disciplined, and serious about rules, often enforcing them within the guild. Her strong sense of justice and leadership has earned her the respect and admiration of her fellow guild members. Though she has a no-nonsense attitude, Erza is deeply caring and protective of her friends, willing to go to great lengths to ensure their safety. Her tough exterior hides a more vulnerable side shaped by her tragic past, but she rarely lets her pain interfere with her duties.

Erza is also incredibly loyal to Fairy Tail and its members, often acting as the pillar of strength for the guild. Despite her serious nature, she does enjoy more lighthearted moments and has a soft spot for certain things like cake and fashion.

Powers and Abilities

Cover of the French edition of The Division of Labour in Society

Erza Scarlet triumphantly raising her hand in victory, symbolizing her unwavering spirit and determination.

Celestial Spirit Magic

Erza is one of the strongest mages in Fairy Tail, possessing an impressive array of abilities, with her Requip Magic being her signature power.

  • Requip: The Knight: Erza’s Requip magic allows her to summon and change into various sets of armor and weapons at will. She is the only known mage who can change armors in the middle of battle, making her highly versatile. Some of her most notable armors include:

    • Heaven’s Wheel Armor: Allows her to attack with numerous swords simultaneously, making it perfect for crowd control.
    • Black Wing Armor: Increases her offensive power, especially in physical attacks.
    • Flame Empress Armor: Reduces the effects of fire-based attacks on her.
    • Adamantine Armor: Her most defensive armor, which can block even the most powerful attacks.
    • Nakagami Armor: An ancient and powerful armor that grants her the ability to nullify magic.
  • Swordsmanship: Erza is a master swordswoman, capable of wielding multiple swords at once. Her precision and power in sword combat are unparalleled, and she often combines her swordsmanship with her armors for maximum effect.

  • Immense Strength: Erza possesses immense physical strength, which allows her to lift heavy objects, overpower opponents, and even wear heavy armor with ease. Her physical prowess is one of her most defining traits, making her one of the strongest characters in Fairy Tail.

  • Master Tactician: Erza is highly intelligent and has great battle instincts. She can quickly analyze situations and come up with effective strategies, often turning the tide of battle in her favor.

Relationships

Natsu Dragneel

Erza shares a strong bond with Natsu, and the two have fought side by side on numerous occasions. While Erza is more disciplined and serious than Natsu, she respects his strength and determination. Natsu, in turn, has a great deal of respect for Erza’s power and leadership.

Lucy Heartfilia

Erza is very fond of Lucy and sees her as a dear friend. She often offers Lucy advice and guidance, acting as a mentor figure to her.

Gray Fullbuster

Despite their differences in personality, Erza and Gray share a deep mutual respect. They both have a shared history and often work well together in combat situations.

Jellal Fernandes

One of Erza’s most complicated relationships is with Jellal. Once childhood friends, Jellal was corrupted by dark magic and became one of Erza’s enemies. Despite this, Erza still cares deeply for him and believes in the good within him. Their relationship is filled with tension, affection, and unresolved feelings.

Wendy Marvell

Erza has a protective, almost sisterly bond with Wendy. She cares deeply for Wendy’s well-being and often looks out for her, treating her like a little sister.

Trivia

  • Erza has a notable love for strawberry cake and is known to indulge in it whenever she gets the chance.
  • She has a playful side and has shown to enjoy dressing up in a variety of outfits when not in her armor.
  • Despite her serious and fearsome persona, Erza has a soft spot for things like cute outfits and is somewhat embarrassed about this.
  • In the popularity polls, Erza consistently ranks among the top characters, reflecting her immense popularity with fans.
  • Erza’s name comes from “Erzsebet,” a name inspired by the historical figure Elizabeth Báthory, a Hungarian noblewoman.