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Émile Durkheim

Seras Victoria

Seras Victoria
Japanese Name:セラス・ヴィクトリア (Serasu Vikutoria)
Role:One of the main protagonists ofHellsing
Affiliations:Hellsing Organization
Voice Actors:Fumiko Orikasa (Japanese), K.T. Gray (English)

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

Seras has a distinctive look characterized by her long blonde hair, typically tied into a ponytail, and striking blue eyes. Her attire usually consists of a standard Hellsing uniform, which includes a form-fitting black vest over a white shirt, accompanied by a red tie. As a vampire, her appearance is enhanced, showcasing an ethereal beauty that contrasts with the dark themes of the series. Her vampire nature also manifests through her fangs, which become prominent when she reveals her vampiric powers.

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

Wide-eyed and trembling, Seras Victoria’s expression of fear captures the intensity of the moment, revealing the vulnerability beneath her strong exterior as she confronts the unknown.

Personality

Seras is initially portrayed as a compassionate and somewhat innocent character, reflecting her human background. After her transformation into a vampire, she struggles to reconcile her new identity with her previous self, often grappling with the moral implications of her powers. Despite this inner conflict, she displays a strong sense of duty and loyalty, particularly toward the Hellsing Organization and her comrades. Seras is fiercely protective of those she cares about and often shows a willingness to sacrifice herself for their safety. Her character development includes moments of humor and warmth, especially in her interactions with other members of the Hellsing team.

Background and Story

Seras was a police officer in England when she encountered Alucard during a mission against a vampire threat. During this confrontation, Alucard shot her in the chest to prevent her from being killed by a vampire, which ultimately led to her transformation into a vampire. This pivotal moment marks her entry into the Hellsing Organization, where she learns to embrace her new powers while maintaining her humanity. As she adapts to her vampire abilities, Seras takes on increasingly dangerous missions, proving herself as a capable fighter and valuable asset to the organization.

Key Rivalries and Relationships

Alucard

As her creator, Alucard has a complex and multifaceted relationship with Seras. He serves as both a mentor and a source of conflict, challenging her to embrace her vampire nature while also protecting her. Their dynamic oscillates between camaraderie and tension, as Seras grapples with her feelings towards her transformation and Alucard’s often ruthless methods.

Sir Integra Hellsing

Seras develops a strong bond with Integra, viewing her as a leader and role model. Their relationship is built on mutual respect, with Seras often standing by Integra’s side during critical missions. Integra’s unwavering resolve inspires Seras to grow into a more formidable warrior.

Pip Bernadotte

Seras forms a romantic relationship with Pip, a charismatic French mercenary. Their interactions provide moments of levity and emotional depth, highlighting Seras’s struggle to navigate her feelings while balancing her duties as a vampire and a soldier.

Abilities and Skills

  • Enhanced Physical Abilities:As a vampire, Seras possesses superhuman strength, speed, agility, and heightened senses, allowing her to engage in intense combat against other supernatural beings.
  • Blood Manipulation:Seras can manipulate her blood and use it as a weapon, a power she learns to harness over the course of the series.
  • Regeneration:She has accelerated healing capabilities, enabling her to recover from injuries quickly, a trait common among vampires.
  • Familiar Creation:Seras has the ability to create familiars, allowing her to summon creatures to assist her in battle.

Character Development

Throughout Hellsing, Seras evolves from a reluctant vampire into a confident and skilled fighter, learning to embrace her powers while holding onto her humanity. Her journey reflects themes of identity, sacrifice, and the struggle between light and darkness. She often grapples with her dual nature as both a vampire and a protector of humanity, embodying the complexities of morality in a world filled with supernatural threats.

Trivia

Trivia:
★ Seras’s struggle with her identity as a vampire resonates with the overarching themes ofHellsing, exploring the nature of humanity and the consequences of power.
★ Her relationship with Pip adds emotional depth to the narrative, showcasing the personal stakes involved in their battles against formidable foes.
★ Seras’s character design and personality reflect the classic tropes of a vampire protagonist while subverting expectations through her growth and resilience.