Gowther (ゴウセル)
Gowther (ゴウセル)
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ゴウセル
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| Alias |
Goat’s Sin of Lust |
| Personal Description | |
| Birthday | June 2 |
| Age | Unknown (at least 3,000+ years) |
| Gender | Male |
| Height | 175cm (5’9″) (Human size) |
| Weight | 61kg (134lbs) |
| Species | Doll |
| Status | |
| Status | Alive |
| Abilities | Invasion |
| Sacred Treasure | Herritt |
| Debut | |
| Episode | Chapter 53 |
| Anime movie | Episode 2 (cameo) |
Gowther is the Goat’s Sin of Lust (色欲の罪ゴート・シン, Gōto Shin) and a pivotal member of the Seven Deadly Sins. His identity is one of the most complex and mysterious in the series, as it is revealed that Gowther is not human, but a doll created by a powerful wizard. Initially, Gowther was designed to resemble the wizard’s lover and was given the ability to express emotions, though his emotional state remains a central theme throughout the series. Gowther’s Sacred Treasure is the Twin Bow Herritt, and his inherent power is Invasion, which allows him to manipulate and enter the minds and memories of others. Before joining the Sins, Gowther served as a member of the Ten Commandments, acting as his creator’s proxy during his time with the group.
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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] |
Appearance
Gowther has a youthful, androgynous appearance, which matches his enigmatic personality. He is slender with pale skin, pinkish-purple hair, and large, round glasses that give him a bookish appearance. Gowther’s hairstyle varies slightly throughout the series, though it typically consists of short, neat locks.
His standard attire consists of a form-fitting white turtleneck sweater and light pants. The simplicity of his outfit contrasts with the complexity of his nature as a doll. His glasses are a defining feature, but despite his appearance, Gowther is often seen with a blank or neutral expression, reflecting his struggle with understanding human emotions and interactions.
When using his Sacred Treasure, the Twin Bow Herritt, he creates purple, glowing energy bows on his wrists, which he can use to amplify his mental abilities and perform powerful attacks.
In a moment of intense focus, Gowther channels his inherent power, Invasion, demonstrating his mastery over emotions and memories. With the Twin Bow, Herritt drawn, he crafts illusions that ensnare the hearts of those around him. As the Goat’s Sin of Lust, he navigates the delicate balance between desire and manipulation, revealing the complexities of human connection.
Personality
Gowther’s personality is one of the most intriguing aspects of his character. He is analytical, logical, and sometimes socially awkward, primarily because he struggles to understand human emotions, love, and interpersonal connections. This detachment from emotions is largely a result of his nature as a doll, crafted by a great wizard. However, throughout the series, Gowther shows a deep desire to learn more about human emotions and how they drive individuals’ actions.
While Gowther’s intentions are generally good, his lack of empathy and understanding of emotional consequences often leads him to make decisions that harm others, albeit unintentionally. His quest to better understand emotions often results in him experimenting on his comrades, sometimes manipulating their memories or emotions in the process, which causes friction between him and the other members of the Seven Deadly Sins.
Despite his missteps, Gowther is a kind-hearted individual who wants to protect his friends and ensure the safety of those around him. He is also introspective, constantly questioning his identity, purpose, and place in the world due to his origins as a doll. Over time, Gowther begins to develop deeper emotional awareness, forming genuine bonds with the other Sins, especially with King, Diane, and Elizabeth.
Powers and Abilities
In a rare moment of tranquility, Gowther is depicted engrossed in a book, reflecting his insatiable curiosity about human emotions and relationships.
Invasion
Gowther’s inherent power is Invasion, a mental ability that allows him to manipulate and invade the minds and memories of others. Using this power, Gowther can alter, erase, or rewrite memories, as well as control the perceptions of individuals. This ability is often depicted as Gowther entering a person’s mind, using his powers to confront them with memories, desires, or thoughts.
Memory Control
Memory Control
Gowther can erase or rewrite specific memories, either to help or hinder those around him. For example, he has used this power to ease the pain of others by erasing traumatic experiences or to control enemies by removing their will to fight.
Puppet Master
Gowther is capable of controlling others by manipulating their emotions or mental states. He can take over the bodies of individuals by entering their minds, using them as “puppets” to accomplish his goals.
Heart Reading
Gowther can enter a person’s heart and gain insight into their emotions, desires, and motives, which allows him to manipulate situations to his advantage.
Twin Bow Herritt
Gowther’s Sacred Treasure is the Twin Bow Herritt, a magical weapon that creates twin energy bows. Using Herritt, Gowther can amplify his Invasion abilities and increase the precision and range of his mental attacks. Herritt allows Gowther to create energy arrows that can penetrate physical and mental barriers, making him an effective long-range combatant.
Doll Physiology
As a doll created by the original Gowther, Gowther possesses a number of unique abilities that separate him from humans and other living beings. He does not age, has heightened durability, and is immune to certain types of physical damage. While Gowther can be “injured,” he is capable of repairing himself as long as his core remains intact. His status as a doll also makes him impervious to many conventional forms of magic.
Superhuman Intelligence
Gowther is highly intelligent and analytical, often outsmarting opponents and allies alike. His ability to calculate outcomes and process information makes him a strategic thinker and valuable ally in battle.
Regeneration
Due to his doll-like nature, Gowther is able to regenerate damaged parts of his body as long as his core is not destroyed.
Legacy
Gowther’s journey from an emotionally detached doll to a being capable of understanding and forming deep bonds represents one of the most profound character arcs in Nanatsu no Taizai. His quest for self-identity and emotional understanding provides much of the series’ emotional depth, offering insight into the complexities of relationships, empathy, and the human experience.
Relationships
Elizabeth Liones
Gowther views Elizabeth as one of the first people who showed him genuine kindness and acceptance. Her compassionate nature makes her an important influence on Gowther’s emotional development. Elizabeth often helps Gowther navigate his struggles with understanding emotions, and the two share a deep bond as comrades.
King and Diane
Gowther’s relationships with King and Diane are central to his character arc. While his experiments on their memories strain their friendships, King and Diane eventually come to understand Gowther’s intentions and forgive him. Over time, Gowther’s bond with them deepens as he learns the value of true friendship and loyalty.
Meliodas
Gowther looks up to Meliodas, the leader of the Seven Deadly Sins, as a figure of stability and strength. Meliodas respects Gowther’s intelligence and power, though he is also wary of Gowther’s emotional detachment and experimentation with memory manipulation. Despite this, their relationship remains strong, and Gowther is loyal to Meliodas as both a leader and a friend.
The Seven Deadly Sins
As a member of the Sins, Gowther is deeply loyal to his comrades, though his actions often lead to misunderstandings. Over time, the Sins come to understand Gowther’s unique nature and accept him as a vital part of their group. His journey of self-discovery is supported by the other Sins, who help him grow and learn about the complexities of human emotions.
Trivia
- Gowther’s androgynous appearance and enigmatic personality have made him one of the most unique characters in the series.
- In the first character popularity poll, Gowther ranked sixth, highlighting his popularity among fans.
- Gowther’s doll nature plays into a common theme inThe Seven Deadly Sinsabout the search for identity and humanity.
- Gowther’s manipulation of memory is both his grea strength and one of his biggest sources of conflict with his friends and enemies alike.