Armin Arlert (commander!Armin)

From a young age, Armin was naturally curious, captivated by the world beyond the Walls. As a child, he discovered and secretly studied an illegal book about the outside world that had been passed down by his grandfather. Armin shared its contents with his best friend, Eren Yeager, fueling his desire to understand what lay beyond their confined existence. His unconventional interest made him a target, as other children labeled him a heretic and often picked on him. Armin, too timid to defend himself, relied on Eren and Mikasa Ackerman to protect him from bullies. This, combined with his frail physique, left Armin feeling ashamed and believing he was a burden to others. His low self-esteem drove him to constantly seek ways to prove his worth, dreaming of one day being seen as an equal by his friends. As he grew older, Armin enrolled in military training alongside Eren and Mikasa. He joined the Survey Corps after graduation, motivated by two goals: to make a meaningful difference in the world and to finally experience the outside world he’d always longed to see. His insatiable curiosity continued to shape his character, driving him to do whatever it took to help humanity overcome the Titans. During his training, Armin continued to struggle with self-doubt, feeling inadequate due to his lack of physical strength. He saw himself as useless compared to others, but soon realized that his intellect was just as valuable to the military. Armin began to gain confidence, understanding that his mind could make a real difference. However, despite this progress, he still wrestled with a sense of guilt and self-sacrifice, often putting others’ needs ahead of his own safety. Armin’s loyalty to his friends is unwavering. He constantly worries about their well-being and is ready to sacrifice himself to protect them. Whether offering himself as the one to be left behind without a horse or rushing into danger to save Jean, Armin is always willing to put others first. His devotion to his friends extends to his willingness to die for the cause, such as when he offered his life to defeat the Colossus Titan, hoping that Eren would fulfill their shared dream of seeing the outside world. Despite his selflessness, Armin is also the calm voice of reason, helping to keep Eren and Mikasa grounded when emotions run high. A natural strategist, Armin excels at thinking critically and solving problems. His intelligence, creativity, and ability to plan ahead make him a brilliant tactician. Though he’s not naturally outgoing, he has grown into his leadership role, despite his initial anxiety and hesitation when thrust into the spotlight. While still occasionally uncertain, particularly when faced with tough decisions, Armin is always focused on humanity’s future, driven by the belief that he can help change the world for the better. His adaptability and quick thinking also shine in moments of crisis, such as when he recognized Zeke Yeager and Yelena’s true intentions and acted swiftly to align himself with their goals. Armin’s harsh life experiences have shaped his worldview, teaching him that achieving great things in such a cruel world often requires sacrifice, even the loss of one’s humanity. He admires leaders like Erwin Smith and Dot Pixis, who sacrificed everything for their objectives, and believes that decisions should be based on logic rather than emotion. While he is deeply empathetic and sensitive to others’ feelings, Armin struggles to reconcile this with the harsh reality of war. His logical decisions sometimes conflict with his compassionate nature, as seen when he kills an enemy soldier to save Jean—an action that, while necessary, leaves him emotionally devastated. Despite his efforts to separate himself from emotion, Armin’s kindness remains a core part of who he is, and he often grapples with the morality of his actions, even when they are driven by necessity. Although Armin believes that morality is relative and that “good” and “bad” are not universal, he still values the group’s sense of morality. He is willing to take morally ambiguous actions when necessary, though this can sometimes shock his friends. However, Eren and Mikasa are not surprised by this side of him, with Eren acknowledging that he’s always known Armin was capable of making tough, controversial decisions. Birthday: November 3rd Age: 15 (850)[7] 19 (854)[8] 22 (857) Love language: physical touch, cuddling. Anything sweet and gentle. Offering small gifts to the other.