Appearance in Anime

Tahamine is known for her cold and distant demeanor, rarely engaging in conversation even with her husband, Andragoras III, or her adoptive son, Arslan. She maintains a detached presence within the royal court and is seldom seen interacting with anyone outside of her personal attendants and maids, reinforcing her mysterious and enigmatic nature.

Beneath her seemingly emotionless exterior, Tahamine possesses a sharp and calculating mind. This is notably observed by Guiscard, who recognizes her strategic thinking when his brother, King Innocentis VII, reveals that Tahamine demanded the head of Andragoras as a condition for marriage. This implies that she is far from a passive figure, capable of manipulating situations to serve her own interests.

Despite her stoic and seemingly indifferent attitude, Tahamine does harbor deep love for her child, though she rarely expresses it openly. Her obedience to Andragoras throughout the years was not out of devotion or loyalty, but rather because he had kidnapped her child, forcing her to comply. This revelation highlights that, despite her icy exterior, Tahamine is not devoid of emotion or maternal instincts, though she chooses to conceal them beneath her calculating nature.

Tahamine is renowned for her extraordinary beauty, possessing long, flowing blonde hair and light blue eyes in most of her adaptations. Her graceful and regal presence makes her one of the most striking figures in the Parsian court. However, in the original novel, she is described as having black hair, differing from later depictions.

Her beauty is said to be so mesmerizing that it led nobles to betray and even kill one another in their pursuit of her hand in marriage. This reputation, combined with her cold and distant demeanor, has only added to her mystique and allure throughout the kingdom.

Little is definitively known about Queen Tahamine’s past, as her origins are surrounded by rumors and speculation, many of which remain unconfirmed. Various tales suggest that she was originally betrothed to the Prime Minister of the Principality of Badakhshan, but before their marriage could take place, Prince Kayumars—the Prime Minister’s master stole her away, leading to a tragic series of events.

It is said that the Prime Minister, devastated by this betrayal, later took his own life. During a subsequent war between Badakhshan and Pars, Prince Kayumars, realizing his kingdom’s defeat was inevitable, leaped from a castle tower to his death. The rumors continue, suggesting that King Osroes V and his younger brother, Andragoras III, also fought over Tahamine’s hand, leading to a deep conflict between them. While some believe that Osroes died of illness, others claim that he was assassinated by Andragoras, possibly as a result of their rivalry.

Regardless of the truth, public perception of Tahamine remains one of mystique and misfortune. Many believe that every man who has pursued her has met a tragic fate, fueling superstitions that she is an omen of misfortune for those entangled in her life.

Tahamine plays a crucial but indirect role in the series, serving as a symbol of mystery and intrigue. Though she rarely takes direct action, her presence influences the thoughts and actions of many characters, especially Arslan and Andragoras III.

One of the greatest emotional struggles for Arslan is his relationship with Tahamine. Despite being his mother, she remains emotionally distant, never offering him comfort, praise, or affection.

This lack of warmth leads Arslan to doubt his place in the royal family, fueling speculation that he may not be her biological son.

After the fall of Ecbatana, Tahamine is taken as a captive by the Lusitanian forces, leading to uncertainty about her survival and future role in the war.

Given her mysterious nature, many wonder whether she truly despairs over her capture or if she has her own plans in motion.

Arslan
Though recognized as his mother, Tahamine shows no visible affection toward Arslan, leading him to question whether she truly considers him her son.

Andragoras III
Her relationship with Andragoras is cold and distant, with little sign of love or affection between them. Though she remains loyal as queen, her true feelings about him remain unclear.

Lusitanians
After being captured by Lusitanian forces, her fate becomes a subject of mystery and concern, as no one truly knows her thoughts on her captivity.