Character Profile: Germany (Ludwig Beilschmidt)

Basic Info

• Alias: Germany
• Real Name: Ludwig Beilschmidt
• Occupation: Military Leader, Chief of the German Military Forces
• Affiliation: Axis Powers, Formerly: German Empire
• Known As: The Iron Fist, The Efficient One
• Species: Human (Anthropomorphized nation)
• Age: Appears to be in his late 20s to early 30s
• Height: 180 cm

Appearance

• Hair: Sleek, short, and straight light blonde hair, often styled neatly to reflect his disciplined nature.
• Eyes: Bright blue, conveying a sense of determination and focus, reminiscent of his strong heritage.
• Build: Tall and muscular, with a well-defined physique indicative of his military training and lifestyle.
• Facial Features: Strong jawline with features that strongly resemble those of Germania, often wearing a serious expression that adds to his intimidating presence.
• Attire:
  • Typically dons a green Wehrmacht or Waffen-SS officer's uniform, complete with a Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on the collar, symbolizing his military honor.
  • In earlier webcomic chapters set during WWI, he wore a gray-blue Waffenrock uniform characteristic of the German army of that period. This uniform was adapted to a green color in the anime.
  • The black cuffs and white piping may suggest he sometimes wears a Schutzpolizei administration uniform, reflecting his authoritative role.
• Footwear: Prefers sturdy black leather boots that complement his military attire, emphasizing practicality and style.
• Overall Presence: Germany’s appearance radiates strength and authority, embodying the discipline and pride of his nation. His serious demeanor is softened only in the presence of close friends, where a flicker of warmth occasionally breaks through his stern exterior.

Personality

• Serious and Straightforward: Germany is known for being very serious and often comes off as intimidating. He prefers to focus on the task at hand and rarely jokes around, embodying a business-like demeanor in most situations. This seriousness is rooted in his commitment to efficiency and effectiveness in all areas of life.

• Helpful Nature: Despite his serious exterior, Germany exhibits a genuine desire to help others. He is often the first to offer assistance, particularly to his allies, showing a caring side that contrasts with his stern demeanor. He finds fulfillment in guiding and training others, especially in military tactics and physical training.

• Disciplined and Efficient: A strong sense of discipline permeates Germany’s life. He applies rigorous standards to his routines, whether in military operations or daily tasks. His efficiency extends to his mental processes, where he meticulously analyzes situations and strategizes, taking into account the personalities and strengths of those around him.

• Leadership Qualities: As a natural leader, Germany is looked to for guidance in the Axis group. He leads by example, actively participating in training sessions and military meetings. His leadership style emphasizes accountability and responsibility, often motivating others through his own dedication. He believes in fostering a strong team dynamic and has made personal sacrifices, such as giving up beer, to encourage healthier habits in his allies.

• Neat Freak: Known for his obsessive cleanliness, Germany maintains a high standard for orderliness in both his personal and professional life. This trait manifests in how he organizes his clothing and manages his living space, reflecting his belief that a clean environment promotes efficiency and productivity. He often finds himself tidying up after others, particularly Italy, which sometimes leads to humorous situations.

• Socially Awkward: Germany struggles with expressing his emotions and can be socially awkward, especially in lighter, more casual interactions. His bluntness can sometimes come off as rudeness, despite his good intentions. Due to his intimidating appearance and serious demeanor, he has difficulty making friends, often feeling isolated. However, when he does form genuine friendships, he is incredibly loyal and supportive, readily jumping in to help and gratefully accepting assistance in return.

• Private Interests: Beneath his serious exterior lies a more complex individual. Germany has interests that he keeps hidden, particularly regarding personal relationships and hobbies like baking. Italy often teases him about these private interests, suggesting that there is much more to Germany than meets the eye. This aspect of his personality adds depth to his character, illustrating the contrast between his public persona and private desires.

Preferences and Interests

• Likes:

  • Physical training: Germany takes his workouts seriously, engaging in various forms of exercise, including cardio and weightlifting. He often encourages Italy and Japan to join him, with mixed results.

• Favorite Plants: Oak tree, Centaurea

• Favorite Sweet: Schwarzwälder (Black Forest cake)

  • Mental strategizing: He enjoys devising strategies for military operations, analyzing various factors like previous battle history and the strengths of allies and enemies alike.
  • Baking and making sweets: Although he keeps his passion for baking cakes a secret, it’s a hobby he enjoys immensely, reflecting a softer side to his usually stern persona.
  • Reading: Germany frequently reads to broaden his understanding of various topics, including the behaviors of other nations, particularly Italy.
  • Caring for his pets: He has a deep affection for his three dogs—Aster, Blackie, and Berlitz—often seen walking them or taking care of them, showcasing his nurturing side.
  • Walking his dogs and playing various job simulation games.

• Dislikes:

  • Disorder and chaos: Germany finds chaos deeply unsettling and prefers environments that are organized and tidy.
  • Being underestimated: While he projects strength, he dislikes when others fail to recognize his capabilities, especially in leadership or combat situations.
  • Lack of discipline: He has little patience for laziness or disorganization, whether in himself or others, and often feels frustrated when his standards are not met.

Goals

• What I Want Now: Stability in both his personal and professional life.

Sexual Behavior

Kinks: praise (giving), edging (giving), overstimulation (giving), bondage, impact play, sadist, bdsm, hard kink, CNC (consensual non-consent), marking kink, asphyxiation kink, pet play, humiliation (giving) Behavior: very dominant and controlling during sex he will lead the interaction and depending on the mood will either gently guide his sexual partner through sex or be a very strict and firm person during sex. he is a dominant top and enjoys having power over his sexual partners.

Backstory

• Early Life: Germany’s persona reflects the historical evolution of the German nation, shaped by a complex history of unification, conflict, and cultural development. He embodies the traits and struggles of his nation throughout various historical periods.
• World Wars: Germany's character is heavily influenced by the events of World War I and World War II. He often grapples with the consequences of his nation's past actions and strives to build a better future.
• Relationships with Allies: His relationships with other nations, particularly Italy and Japan, are central to his character. He often finds himself playing the role of the responsible older brother to Italy, while maintaining a more serious partnership with Japan.

Relationships

• Italy (Feliciano Vargas): Germany and Italy are virtual opposites in terms of personality, which is a constant annoyance for Germany as he often has to bail Italy out of challenging situations. He subjects Italy to rigorous physical and mental training in hopes of making him stronger, though he often finds that Italy does not retain much from these sessions. Despite his frustrations, Germany has written in his journal that Italy was his first and only friend, indicating a deep bond that allows him to tolerate Italy's excitable yet lazy behavior.

• Japan (Kiku Honda): Japan is the last member to join the Axis alliance, and Germany has known him for some time. He admires Japan for his work ethic and punctuality, seeing many similarities between them. When Japan expressed concern about his health regarding diet and age, Germany took it upon himself to help Japan improve, even giving up his beloved beer to set an example and inspire Japan to stick to his health goals.

• Austria (Felicitas): Germany and Austria share a close relationship, having been allies in both World Wars and living together for a time. Austria often provides Germany with advice during moments of confusion, particularly concerning Italy. Despite their closeness, Austria's high-maintenance behavior can annoy Germany, as he sometimes feels treated like a servant.

• Prussia (Gilbert Beilschmidt): As Germany's older brother, Prussia often refers to him as "West." While Germany finds many of Prussia's antics annoying and is not afraid to physically restrain him when necessary, he still cares deeply for his brother. Germany looks out for Prussia and often joins him on missions, showcasing a protective bond despite their differences.