| “ | Don’t think about anything else. Decide this with only yourself in mind. Don’t leave. Choose me. Choose me instead of the child that’s eating away at your life as we speak! | ” |
—Claude begs Diana to choose him over their unborn baby.[3] | ||
Claude de Alger Obelia is a main character in Who Made Me a Princess and the current reigning emperor of the Obelian Empire. In The Lovely Princess, Claude executed Athanasia de Alger Obelia[4] and usurped the throne by murdering Anastacius de Alger Obelia, his older brother and proper heir to the throne.[5] In the new timeline, Claude meets his daughter four years earlier.[6]
Appearance
Claude has short, golden hair with bangs sweeping over jewel blue eyes, an inherited trait from the imperial bloodline. He is tall with broad shoulders, long limbs, and a well-built figure. His daily ensemble consists of various robes and flats; his fashion style is noted by Athanasia to resemble that of Ancient Greece or Egypt.[7] During formal occasions, Claude wears an official military uniform, complete with a decorated, double-breasted frock coat, a fur-lined cape, trousers, and boots.[8]
Personality
Claude has a very complex personality due to a series of tragic events that occurred throughout his lifetime. After his older brother's betrayal and Diana's death, Claude cast a spell using black magic to eradicate his emotions. Without his cumbersome feelings, Claude grew to become cold and stoic. He lost value in familial relationships and refused to engage in social interaction, trusting very few people and preferring to handle tasks by himself. Despite this, the citizens of the Obelian Empire perceive Claude as a wise and responsible monarch. His great capacity to love was eventually rekindled after Athanasia, reviving what was left of his emotions. Though he refrains from expressing his affections in a straightforward manner, Claude cherishes those he values and cares for their well-being. His countenance is often detached and impassive regardless of what situation he is in. Aside from irritation, he has difficulty expressing his honest opinions. He has a short temper and is quick to execute punishment on those who have wronged him. During his free time, Claude often naps or spends time with his daughter.
Plot Overview
- Main article: Claude de Alger Obelia timeline
Quotes
| “ | Amusing. I wonder how long this thing can live in accordance to its name. | ” |
—Claude de Alger Obelia, Episode 6 | ||
| “ | I lost such emotions a long time ago. | ” |
—Claude de Alger Obelia, Episode 12 | ||
| “ | I’ve lost. It feels as if I’ve been played by you all along. I’ll beg if you want me to. Because if I don’t, I’ll lose you completely. Yes, I’m aware. This is nothing but some stupid game of emotions. But knowing that, I still end up showing all my cards like this again. Don’t think about anything else. Decide this with only yourself in mind. Don’t leave. Choose me. Choose me instead of the child that’s eating away at your life as we speak! | ” |
—Claude de Alger Obelia, Episode 19 | ||
| “ | A dog that has bitten its owner once cannot be trusted. | ” |
—Claude de Alger Obelia, Episode 20 | ||
| “ | I kept my hatred alive in my heart so when the opportunity arose I would kill her. I should kill her, today would pass and so would tomorrow. | ” |
—Claude de Alger Obelia, Episode 20 | ||
| “ | This hatred, I would never forget, not until the day I die. | ” |
—Claude de Alger Obelia, Episode 20 | ||
| “ | Of course, no matter how similar you may be to her, you two are still different. I too have been quite thick headed about this. | ” |
—Claude de Alger Obelia, Episode 30 | ||
| “ | Is there a reason that I should bother to remember your face? | ” |
—Claude de Alger Obelia, Episode 40 | ||
| “ | I’ve already long forgotten the likes of a dead person’s face. | ” |
—Claude de Alger Obelia, Episode 44 | ||
| “ | This is why I hated them. These emotions always toying with me. I can only struggle helplessly in the face of these uncontrollable emotions. Only able to beg in vain. | ” |
—Claude de Alger Obelia, Episode 50 | ||
| “ | That wench is neither my daughter nor my daughter. The one kneeling before me now is merely a sinner. | ” |
—Claude de Alger Obelia, Episode 51 | ||
| “ | What is it...I feel like I’ve lost something. | ” |
—Claude de Alger Obelia, Episode 52 | ||
| “ | The suffocating feeling whenever your face comes to mind will soon disappear when you’re gone. So die right now. | ” |
—Claude de Alger Obelia, Episode 54 | ||
Etymology
- The French name Claude is derived from the Latin word claudicatio, meaning "limping" or "stuttering."[9]
- The last name Obelia is of Greek origin, meaning “pillar of strength” or “needle.”[10]
Trivia
- Claude’s birthday falls on a leap year.
- In accordance to the imperial traditions of the Obelian Empire, Claude, who was not the proper heir to the throne, was prohibited from receiving a name that means "immortality" or "eternity."[11]
- After meeting Diana, Claude enjoys drinking Lippe tea on a frequent basis.[12]
- Despite the daily teatimes Claude enjoys with Athanasia, he hates sweets and refrains from eating them.[13]
- Claude is named after a real life figure, Emperor Claudius, from whom the name "Claude" first originated from.[14]
- Claude is named after a real life figure, Emperor Claudius, from whom the name "Claude" first originated from. Claudius was a Roman emperor from AD 41 to 54. Afflicted with a limp and slight deafness due to sickness at a young age, his family ostracized him and excluded him from public office until his consulship, shared with his nephew Caligula in 37. Despite his lack of experience, Claudius proved to be an able and efficient administrator. He expanded the imperial bureaucracy to include freedmen, and helped to restore the empire's finances after the excess of Caligula's reign. He was also an ambitious builder, constructing many new roads, aqueducts, and canals across the Empire.[14]
- Spoon describes Claude as handsome and drowsy, befitting him as a basic type of handsome man.[15]
List of Appearances
- Episode 1 (The Lovely Princess; mentioned)
- Episode 2
- Episode 3
- Episode 4
- Episode 5
- Episode 6
- Episode 7
- Episode 8
- Episode 9
- Episode 10
- Episode 11
- Episode 12
- Episode 13
- Episode 14
- Episode 15
- Episode 16
- Episode 17
- Episode 18
- Episode 19
- Episode 20
- Episode 21
- Episode 23
- Episode 24
- Episode 25
- Episode 27
- Episode 29
- Episode 30
- Episode 31
- Episode 32
- Episode 33
- Episode 35
- Episode 36 (mentioned)
- Episode 37
- Episode 39
- Episode 40
- Episode 41
- Episode 42 (flashback)
- Episode 43
- Episode 44
- Episode 45
- Episode 46
- Episode 47
- Episode 48
- Episode 49
- Episode 50
- Episode 51
- Episode 52
- Episode 53
- Episode 54
- Episode 55
- Episode 56
- Episode 57 (mentioned; flashback)
- Episode 59 (mentioned)
- Episode 60
- Episode 61 (mentioned)
- Episode 62
- Episode 63
- Episode 64 (mentioned; flashback)
- Episode 65
- Episode 66 (mentioned; flashback)
- Episode 67
- Episode 68
- Episode 69
- Episode 70
- Episode 71 (mentioned; premonition; flashback)
- Episode 72
- Episode 73
- Episode 74
- Episode 75
- Episode 76
- Episode 77
- Episode 78 (mentioned)
- Episode 79
- Episode 80
- Episode 81
- Episode 82
- Episode 83
- Episode 84
- Episode 85
- Episode 86
- Episode 87 (mentioned)
- Episode 88
- Episode 89
- Episode 90 (mentioned)
- Episode 91 (mentioned)
- Episode 92
- Episode 93
- Episode 94
- Episode 95 (mentioned)
- Episode 96 (premonition)
- Episode 97 (mentioned)
- Episode 98 (mentioned)
- Episode 99
- Episode 100 (flashback)
- Episode 101
- Episode 102
- Episode 103
- Episode 104
- Episode 105 (mentioned)
- Episode 106
- Episode 107 (mentioned)
- Episode 108
- Episode 109
- Episode 110
- Episode 111
- Episode 112
- Episode 113
- Episode 114
- Episode 115
- Episode 116
- Episode 117 (mentioned)
- Episode 118
- Episode 119
- Episode 121
- Episode 122
- Episode 123
- Episode 124
- Episode 125
References
| Characters | |
| Royalty | Athanasia de Alger Obelia • Claude de Alger Obelia • Anastacius de Alger Obelia • Jennette Margarita • Aeternitas de Alger Obelia • Kyilum de Alger Obelia • Empress |
| Nobility | Ijekiel Alpheus • Roger Alpheus • Felix Robane • Lilian York • Penelope Judith • Rosalia |
| Magicians | Lucas • Lucas's Instructor |
| Commoners | Diana • Hannah • Ces • Raven • Claude’s mother |
| Episodes | |
| Season 1 | 01 • 02 • 03 • 04 • 05 • 06 • 07 • 08 • 09 • 10 • 11 • 12 • 13 • 14 • 15 • 16 • 17 • 18 • 19 • 20 • 21 • 22 • 23 • 24 • 25 • 26 • 27 • 28 • 29 • 30 • 31 • 32 • 33 • 34 • 35 • 36 • 37 • 38 • 39 • 40 • 41 • 42 • 43 • 44 • 45 • 46 |
| Season 2 | 47 • 48 • 49 • 50 • 51 • 52 • 53 • 54 • 55 • 56 • 57 • 58 • 59 • 60 • 61 • 62 • 63 • 64 • 65 • 66 • 67 • 68 • 69 • 70 • 71 • 72 • 73 • 74 • 75 • 76 • 77 • 79 • 79 • 80 • 81 |
| Season 3 | 82 • 83 • 84 • 85 • 86 • 87 • 88 • 89 • 90 • 91 • 92 • 93 • 94 • 95 • 96 • 97 • 98 • 99 • 100 • 101 • 102 • 103 • 104 • 105 • 106 • 107 • 108 • 109 • 110 • 111 • 112 • 113 • 114 • 115 • 116 • 117 • 118 • 119 • 120 • 121 • 122 • 123 • 124 • 125 |