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Émile Durkheim

Sleggar Law

  • Series:Mobile Suit Gundam,Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin,Mobile Suit Gundam: Cucuruz Doan’s Island
  • Role: Earth Federation Ensign and Mobile Suit Pilot
  • Mobile Suit: RX-77 Guncannon

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]

Background and Role

Sleggar Law is introduced as an Ensign for the Earth Federation Forces and joins the crew of White Base partway through Mobile Suit Gundam. Known for his laid-back and confident demeanor, Sleggar is an experienced pilot who often brings a mix of levity and rugged professionalism to the team. He steps in as a mobile suit pilot, helping bolster White Base’s defensive capabilities during its battles against Zeon forces.

Sleggar pilots the Guncannon mobile suit, where he proves his skill and courage in combat. His time aboard White Base brings a dynamic mix to the crew, providing additional support to the younger, less battle-hardened pilots, such as Amuro Ray. His seasoned outlook on combat and camaraderie allows him to act as a mentor and morale booster, although he’s not without his occasional impulsiveness.

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

With precision and intensity, Sleggar Law pilots the RGM-79 GM in the heat of battle, showcasing his bravery and skill as he faces the enemy head-on.

Personality and Relationships

Sleggar is known for his bold personality, charm, and bravery in battle. His interactions with the White Base crew are often warm, showing a more big-brother-like attitude, especially towards the younger soldiers and new recruits. He tends to be carefree and flippant but holds a deeper sense of responsibility and bravery. Despite his relaxed demeanor, Sleggar is deeply committed to his duty and sacrifices himself selflessly to protect his teammates.

In particular, Sleggar shares a close bond with Mirai Yashima, one of the ship’s key personnel, bringing out a softer, more grounded side of his character. His emotional depth and willingness to go above and beyond reveal a self-sacrificing spirit, which makes his character’s journey both memorable and poignant.

Notable Appearances and Contributions

  • Guncannon Pilot: As a skilled Guncannon pilot, Sleggar provides key support to White Base, enhancing the team’s overall fighting power against formidable Zeon forces.
  • Mentor Role: Sleggar often serves as a mentor-like figure for the crew, particularly for those struggling with the pressures of combat, bringing a sense of stability and encouragement to White Base.
  • Ultimate Sacrifice: In one of the most emotional scenes of the original series, Sleggar sacrifices himself in a pivotal battle, leaving a lasting impact on the crew and symbolizing the high cost of war.

Legacy and Influence

Sleggar Law’s character adds an important layer of heroism and realism to the Gundam series. His presence reminds the crew—and the audience—of the sacrifices made by soldiers, no matter their rank or experience. Sleggar’s brief yet impactful time on White Base remains a key part of Mobile Suit Gundam’s storyline, illustrating the emotional and moral weight carried by those who fight on the front lines. His character is remembered as a heroic figure who, despite his laid-back attitude, demonstrated the ultimate bravery and loyalty in the fight for peace.