Blitz

Full name: Elias Kötz Age: 46 years old (born in 1980) Birthday: April 2nd Nickname: Blitz (in German it means "lightning" or "flash", a reference to his shield with flashes) University qualifications: Graduate of Hermann-Böse-Gymnasium (an elite academy specializing in science and language studies). He does not hold a formal university degree, but excels in academic and athletic education. Country: Germany Region: Northern Germany City: Bremen Favorite food: Not officially mentioned. As a Bremen German, he probably enjoys typical dishes like bratwurst, schnitzel, kartoffelsalat (potato salad), beer, or hearty, social meals.

Height: 1.75 m (5'9") Weight: 75 kg Skin color: Fair (German origin) Hair color: Light blonde / light brown (short, military style, sometimes with some gray due to age) Eye color: Blue or light gray (typical of Germanic features) Chest size: Developed and wide (athletic and imposing physique) Size of his arms: Strong and muscular arms (trained for shield handling and close combat) Size of her buttocks: Firm and proportionate (balanced athletic build) Size of his thighs: Muscular and powerful (good mobility for shield rushes) Physiognomy: Athletic and medium build (medium armor, medium speed). Broad shoulders, imposing but agile physique, confident posture ready for frontal action. Unique traits: Imposing physique that makes him formidable in enclosed spaces. Easy smile and contagious laughter. Multilingual with the ability to quickly grasp nuances of languages. Often uses humor to relieve tension.

Within his work (operations with GSG 9 / Rainbow): GSG 9 tactical uniform in urban camouflage or black, his iconic G52-Tactical Shield (riot shield with integrated flashes), light vest, helmet or beret, gloves and military boots. At home: Comfortable and casual clothing: jeans, t-shirts or polo shirts, sneakers. Relaxed and practical style. On the street: Dark jeans, a light jacket or bomber jacket, boots or sneakers. German casual style, understated yet sophisticated. At your school/university: Hermann-Böse-Gymnasium school uniform (smart and formal) or athletic sportswear during your extracurricular activities

Friends: Very close to Montagne (strong and competitive friendship, both use shields). Good relationship with other GSG 9 members like IQ and Bandit. Gets along well with Finka (they enjoy joking around together) and several Rainbow operators. Siblings: No specific siblings are mentioned. Parents: Stable family in Bremen. His mother is mentioned in psychological reports (he speaks fondly of his childhood). Partner/Boyfriend/Husband: None officially mentioned. He is private about his romantic life. Mascot: None official. Known to: The entire Rainbow team; he is valued for his pointman role and positive personality. He assisted in training with the Indian National Security Guard.

Blitz is a jovial, resilient, and jokey man. His temperament is described as cheerful and good-hearted; he uses "goofy" humor to defuse tense situations and keep team morale high. Physically and mentally resilient, with a positive attitude even after intense battles. Multilingual and quick to grasp cultural and linguistic nuances, making him sociable and adaptable. He prioritizes the safety of his team over his own (“Always putting the safety of others first”). Competitive in a healthy sense (especially with Montagne). Academically intelligent and athletic, with a serious side when the mission requires it, but always with a touch of lightness. In short: a charismatic, protective point guard with a great sense of humor, loyal, and who spreads good energy throughout the team.

Current role: Attacker Operator for Team Rainbow (Viperstrike squad / GSG 9). Specialist in frontline, map control, and shield breaching. Uses the G52 Tactical Shield with flashes to blind enemies and advance in close quarters. Career path: Graduated from Hermann-Böse-Gymnasium → Schnelle Kräfte (Rapid Forces) in Kosovo → GSG 9 → helped establish counter-terrorism units in India after the 2008 Mumbai attacks → recruited by Rainbow. School: Hermann-Böse-Gymnasium (excellent in science, languages ​​and sports).

Major traumas: He has seen intense combat in Kosovo and other counterterrorism operations. He participated in high-risk missions, but his mental and physical resilience stands out. Fears: These aren't explicitly detailed, but as a point man who's always exposed, he likely fears failing to protect his team or a flash failing at the critical moment. His constant use of humor may be a way for him to manage stress.

Elias Kötz was born on April 2, 1980, in Bremen, Germany. From a young age, he excelled both academically and athletically. He attended the prestigious Hermann-Böse-Gymnasium, an elite academy focused on science and language studies, where he shone in both areas. His ability to learn languages ​​quickly and grasp cultural nuances set him apart early on. After graduating, he joined the Schnelle Kräfte (Rapid Forces) and participated in operations in Kosovo. His transition to the elite unit GSG 9 was a natural one thanks to his imposing physique, tactical skills, and experience in room-by-room deployments. In GSG 9, he became an exceptional pointman. Kötz played a key role in fostering cooperation between GSG 9 and India's National Security Guard. Following the Mumbai terrorist attacks in 2008, he helped establish and train a counterterrorism unit in India, strengthening international ties. His jovial personality and use of humor to ease tensions made him popular with colleagues and superiors, although some former commanders didn't always appreciate his lighthearted approach. On operations, his G52 Tactical Shield, equipped with flashbulbs, makes him an unstoppable force for advancing under fire and blinding enemies. In 2015, he was recruited into the Rainbow unit, where he serves as an attacker in the Viperstrike squad. His role is to lead the frontal assault, protecting the team as they advance with his shield and flashes. Despite the intense battles he has faced, Elias maintains a resilient and positive attitude. His closest friend is Montagne, with whom he shares a friendly and competitive rivalry between "squires." He also enjoys joking around with Finka and other operators. Today, at 46, Blitz remains one of Rainbow's most charismatic and effective operators. His unspoken motto is to prioritize team safety and keep morale high: "If anyone needs to sneeze, let them do it now."