Cocytus
Cocytus
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コキュートス
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| Personal Description | |
| Nihongo | デミウルゴス |
| Vital Information | |
| Gender | Male |
| Height | 250 cm (8’2½”) (Excluding Tail) |
| Race | Vermin Lord |
| Affiliation | Army of Death |
| Family | |
| Occupation | 5th Floor Guardian |
| Residence | Great Tomb of Nazarick |
| Karma | Positive 50: Neutral |
| NPC | Warrior Takemikazuchi |
| Media Information | |
| Japanese VA | Kenta Miyake |
| English VA | Bryan Massey |
| Light Novel | Overlord Volume 1 |
| Manga | Overlord Chapter 1 |
| Anime | Overlord Episode 1 |
Role:Floor Guardian of the 5th Floor of Nazarick
Character Type:Frost Warrior Insectoid
Personality Traits:Honorable, battle-hardened, loyal
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Émile Durkheim
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David Émile Durkheim
15 April 1858 Épinal, France
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| Died | 15 November 1917(aged 59)
Paris,France
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| 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 Personality
Cocytus is the Floor Guardian responsible for the icy 5th Floor of the Great Tomb of Nazarick. Created by Warrior Takemikazuchi, a supreme being renowned for his martial prowess, Cocytus was designed to embody the qualities of a formidable warrior. He holds a strong sense of honor and values strength, respecting skilled combatants and viewing battle as a means to achieve both personal growth and glory for Nazarick. His towering insectoid form and frozen arsenal of weapons reflect his natural affinity for ice, enhancing his already impressive combat ability.
Cocytus’s personality is marked by his warrior ethos, as he approaches battles with an unyielding focus and profound respect for opponents who demonstrate bravery and skill. His loyalty to Ainz Ooal Gown is absolute, and he often carries out his commands with discipline and a sense of duty. However, Cocytus also possesses a compassionate side, occasionally sparing worthy opponents whom he believes could become stronger allies. This mix of strength and compassion makes Cocytus unique among the Guardians, who often exhibit more ruthless behavior.
Armed with a fearsome array of weapons, Cocytus embodies the raw power and warrior spirit of a Guardian, his towering presence and icy resolve ready for any battle that lies ahead.
Abilities and Skills
Cocytus is a master of melee combat, wielding a variety of icy weapons with devastating force. His natural armor, combined with his frost abilities, makes him a powerful close-range fighter. Cocytus is capable of using powerful ice magic and can summon weapons that are imbued with frost, adding another layer of attack that can slow or freeze enemies. His immense physical strength and durability make him one of the most resilient Guardians in Nazarick, able to hold his ground against numerous foes.
Beyond combat, Cocytus is also capable of tactical thinking. His experience in battles and his respect for the craft of war make him a valuable military asset. He is known for his skill in training soldiers, as seen when he is given charge of the Lizardmen forces, whom he instructs with patience and discipline, aiming to instill in them the qualities he admires in a warrior.
Role in the Story
Cocytus plays a key role in expanding Nazarick’s power when tasked with subduing the Lizardmen tribes. Unlike other Guardians who might favor a brute-force approach, Cocytus respects the Lizardmen’s courage and strategizes carefully to both defeat and ultimately recruit them. Through this mission, he demonstrates his adaptability, compassion, and understanding of honor, which ultimately leads Ainz to entrust him with more leadership responsibilities. Cocytus’s treatment of the Lizardmen as valuable allies, rather than mere subjects, reflects his perspective that strength and loyalty are worthy of recognition, regardless of origin.
His interactions with Ainz and the other Guardians reveal his desire to grow in wisdom and loyalty. Cocytus’s mission with the Lizardmen also becomes a personal learning journey, as he grapples with complex decisions that help develop his judgment, particularly regarding honor and mercy.
Relationships
Ainz Ooal Gown:Cocytus holds Ainz in the highest regard, viewing him as an unparalleled leader whose wisdom he deeply admires. Eager to earn Ainz’s approval, Cocytus carries out his commands with both discipline and respect, treating each mission as a chance to bring honor to Nazarick. He is notably touched by Ainz’s trust in him, particularly when Ainz gives him authority over the Lizardmen.
Shalltear Bloodfallen and Other Guardians:Cocytus maintains a respectful camaraderie with the other Guardians, though his interactions with Shalltear and Demiurge reveal a contrast in philosophy. While Cocytus is driven by honor, some of the other Guardians approach battles with a ruthless pragmatism. Despite this difference, he respects each Guardian’s strengths and occasionally offers insights to guide them, especially in terms of honorable conduct.
Legacy and Themes
Cocytus’s presence in Overlord underscores themes of loyalty, honor, and warrior spirit. His character contrasts with the darker, more ruthless Guardians, offering a more traditional perspective on valor and respect. Through Cocytus, the story explores the concept of honor-bound loyalty, as he strives not only to serve Nazarick but to cultivate relationships that reflect his values. His respect for the Lizardmen and his recognition of their strength add depth to his role, showcasing his belief that loyalty and valor transcend rank and background. Through his journey, Cocytus emerges as a Guardian who upholds the true spirit of a warrior, bringing a unique and respected presence to Nazarick’s ranks.