Ban⁴

Ban is a very tall, muscular man, standing at 210cm, with pale, tanned skin, well-developed abs, and is usually hunched over. He has short, spiky, light cyan hair, thin black eyebrows, and magenta eyes. On the left side of his jaw, extending down his neck, he has a large scar left by Meliodas.

At the end of the Baste Dungeon arc, he is shown wearing a red leather jacket and pants with metal studs sewn on both along with shoes of a similar, but darker color.

Ten years ago, Ban wore red armor complete with a helmet, like the rest of his companions, and wielded either a three-sectioned staff or a rapier. During his imprisonment in the Baste Dungeon, his hair had grown past his shoulders, and he had also grown a full beard and mustache. However, shortly after escaping his cell, he used Jericho attacks to trim his facial hair and reduce his long hairstyle.

After losing his shirt during his fight against King in the Capital of the Dead arc, Ban took to wearing an apron until finding a similar one during the Vaizel Fighting Festival. His Zorro symbol, from the Seven Deadly Sins, is located above his waist, to his left. The image on his wanted poster, which is loosely accurate, shows him with long hair that reaches past his shoulders. The image also clearly shows his distinctive scar.

After leaving the Boar Hat, Ban was wearing a long, dark red coat. This coat has a wide, open, high collar that exposes much of his chest, and he wears a brown belt with a silver buckle. The bottom of the coat is wide and has pockets. Behind the coat was a large hole in the center with white lines. He is seen wearing his old red leather pants, with metal studs sewn into the sleeves, and shoes of a similar, though darker, color.

Ban is shown to be a passionate man. He acts on what interests him, such as escaping from prison after learning that his captain was alive[7] and attempting to steal Meliodas's sword, Dragon Handle, to find out why it was so important to him.[8] He has displayed some greed and selfishness; however, he will stop if given a good reason. He has a strange habit of making sounds when speaking, which he developed as a young man after being adopted by Zhivago.

Although he can be selfish and greedy, he is also shown to be caring, as shown when he ran to Elaine to save her despite being a "bad person."

Ban is easily surprised and excited, as evidenced by his discovery of Hawk's ability to speak and that the boy he was fighting is actually King. Furthermore, when King regained his previous, larger form, Ban was the only one who seemed surprised. Ban harbors a deep hatred toward the Demon Clan, holding a grudge against them for killing Elaine, and detests the very idea of ​​resurrecting the clan.

Sometimes, Ban seems to act unusually. When Ban was planning to get the Horn of Cernunnos, located beneath the castle of the Kingdom of Liones, to revive Elaine, he was planning to save the kingdom and receive the horn as a reward instead of stealing it for unknown reasons. Furthermore, Ban has told the other Deadly Sins not to delve into Meliodas' past as it was against his rules. Ban even told Meliodas that killing Dale as he is was the best thing for him and that he should not be naive.

48 years ago Born in Ravens, Ban lived by stealing, constantly being chased and beaten by those he stole from, until one day he was captured and sent to Aberdeen prison. There, a man offered him food, which he greedily accepted. The man asked him his name, to which Ban replied, saying his name was Zhivago. [ 9 ]

Ban escaped from prison with Zhivago and lived in his hideout, where the man fed him whenever they met. He often complained about his parents, who beat and abused him daily. At one point, he was tricked and kidnapped to be sold to Lady Roxanu, but was saved once again by Zhivago, who accidentally stole the freight car he was traveling in.

Ban asked the man to teach him how to steal, and despite Zhivago warning him of the dangers of such a lifestyle, Ban agreed. Zhivago then began teaching Ban how to steal, although the boy had often failed in his own attempts. Zhivago also told him stories of legendary heists; among them was the tale of the Fountain of Youth and its guardian saint, which may have inspired Ban to visit the Fairy King's Forest later. However, after agreeing to meet at a certain place one day, Ban, overcome by boredom, decided to steal on his own and was eventually caught by Lady Roxanu's guards who beat him to a pulp. Zhivago saw the boy being severely beaten by the guards, but chose to save his real son instead of Ban, crying for the latter to forgive him.

As soon as he surrendered, Elaine realized his lack of malice by reading his mind and freed him. He then revealed his name and the reason why he desired immortality: although his life had not been very good, he felt that if he lived long enough, something good might finally happen to him. After a few more exchanges, Ban, stating that Elaine was "too much for him", climbed down the tree and seemingly left. However, he soon climbed back up, as he had only come down to retrieve his beer collection book, which he had dropped when Elaine razed it. [11] Over the next seven days, the two became friends, and Elaine even began to develop feelings for Ban and vice versa. During one of their interactions, Ban explained to Elaine that the reason humans are greedy is that they desire something in order to survive or to prove they exist in this world. He also explained his personal motive for desiring immortality: throughout his life, his own existence was never good. Thus, upon attaining eternal life, Ban believes that something good might happen to him if he lives long enough. Considering his endeavor as selfish as that of those who sought the Fountain and the immortality it promised, but seemingly with a justified cause beyond pure corruption and self-interest, Elaine attempts to dissuade the bandit, telling Ban that an eternal life does not necessarily guarantee anything good for its possessor, emphasizing that she herself has lived a long time, but that, as the artifact's guardian, nothing good has ever happened to her in all this time. Upon learning of Elaine's wish to leave the forest, he offered to take her outside. However, she declined his offer, explaining that she had to protect the fountain, prompting him to offer to find her brother, in whose place she has been protecting the Fountain of Youth, and bring him back, which would free her from her duties and allow her to leave the forest. Hearing this, she hugged him,

Immediately halting their conversation, a demon suddenly appeared and began burning the Fairy King's Forest with its purgatory fire. Instructing Elaine to reach the Fountain of Youth and escape, Ban used his three-sectioned staff to remove the demon's heart with a blow, which, however, did not kill it, as demons have more than one heart. He then used his claws to fatally wound both Ban and Elaine, who, in desperation, gave him the cup containing the water from the Fountain of Youth. Lacking the strength to drink the water due to his wound, Elaine made him drink it through a kiss, making him immortal. When his wounds healed due to his new ability, he furiously and swiftly killed the demon with his weapon. [ 13 ] As the entire forest burned due to the demon's purgatory fire, a dying Elaine gave him an Almoca Seed , which was the last seed in the forest, asking him to plant it somewhere. She then declared that she would definitely make it hers, but her death cut him short. Some time later, Ban planted the seed and it soon grew into a new forest for the Fairies, who named him king. However, his reign was cut short when he was put to death for apparently destroying the forest himself, drinking from the fountain of youth, and killing Elaine. Upon being questioned by the captain of the executioner knights, he simply said that his name was wrong and that he was Undead Ban, not Bandit Ban.

34 years ago Following his imprisonment, Ban was executed a total of 33 times, with none of the executions affecting him due to his immortality. Sometime later, Meliodas arrived at Ban's cell intending for the convict to join him, and his guards warned him of his immortality. When Meliodas entered the cell, Ban, thinking another execution would be carried out, told him that he would simply sit by as the convict was executed, only to discover that the individual who had entered was a young boy. The young boy asked Ban to accompany him, but Ban refused, stating that nothing existed for him outside, only for Meliodas to declare that he would break him out by force. Ban calmly stated that he would not restrain his strength, even against a child. The battle ended with Ban being punched out of his cell, now exultant from the fight, as he requested that they continue the battle. After hearing Meliodas' statement that he would have to join him to continue competing against his strength, Ban continued to smile, implying that he only joined his captain to continue their fight.

33 years ago At some point, Ban went through a phase of collecting plushies, stealing all of the kingdom's plushies, justifying his "little" act by saying that he "worked hard" as a knight. However, this act greatly angered King, who complained about the crying of the village's young children. After Ban finally passed out and fell asleep, King silently returned all of the plushies to the children. [16] From then on, King would follow Ban wherever he went, much to his annoyance, giving people the impression that they were a "dynamic duo". On one occasion, King set out a real wolf to discipline Ban for stealing plushies, and Ban responded by throwing King into a pack of wolves. [17] On another occasion, Ban went to a bar for drinks after training, followed by King while Meliodas talked with Dreyfus and Hendrickson. Later, he passed out after drinking, earning a glare from the former Fairy King. Some time later, Ban and the rest of the Deadly Sins met with the king, who was accompanied by the young Elizabeth. However, he does not remember their presence until Gowther mentions it.

30 years ago During the great battle at Maiden Castle in Edinburgh, the Seven Deadly Sins were sent to combat a group of vampires. Ban was sent to conduct reconnaissance and ended up fighting a group of vampires-turned-Holy Knights of Edinburgh, whom he easily defeated. Shortly after, Ban was confronted by Orlondi, who restrained him with her tentacles and proceeded to drain his blood, commenting on how delightful it was that it was still flowing. During the process, a bored Ban became inebriated and easily killed the vampire. Shortly after, Ban, in his inebriated state, saw Diane and King fighting with a pair of vampires downstairs and, using Physique Hunting, proceeded to drain them completely while laughing at them, enjoying the fight. He then challenged Merlin to a fight, which she accepted only on the condition that she could do one hundred thousand push-ups, all in an attempt to tire him out, which worked, after which she teleported him back to Liones. After becoming a member of the Seven Deadly Sins, Ban became interested in Meliodas's sword because his captain always had his sights on it and attempted to steal it while the Sins were resting after defeating a Tyrant Dragon. He was then attacked by Meliodas and received a permanent wound, despite his regenerative abilities, which would become his only scar, which he calls a special case.

28 years ago Ten years before the encounter between Meliodas and Elizabeth, Ban, along with the rest of the Seven Deadly Sins, was summoned to a castle to meet with the Great Holy Knight, Zaratras. After finding him dead there, they were all ambushed by the kingdom's Holy Knights. [19] Ban managed to escape afterward, following his captain's orders to disperse and regroup in order to discover the true culprit behind the Great Holy Knight's murder.

23 years ago Desiring the "feeling of pain that would make him feel alive", Ban intentionally allowed himself to be captured by the Strange Fangs,[20] who imprisoned him in Baste's Dungeon and lost his Sacred Treasure upon his capture.[21] Ban escaped Baste on several occasions to donate blood to the Fairy King's Forest, but was recaptured each time.

Skills and equipment As a member of the Seven Deadly Sins, Ban is immensely powerful. His speed and strength far surpass that of an ordinary human, and his specialty is using his speed in conjunction with his ability, Snatch, to rip out opponents' organs, preferably their hearts. However, his most astonishing ability was his immortality. Thanks to drinking from the Fountain of Youth, all of Ban's wounds healed almost instantly no matter how severe. He also does not age, does not need to eat or drink, and is immune to all poisons. His immortality allows him to fight in a much more reckless style than most are willing to. Ban's blood has healing qualities because it was fused with the Fountain of Youth, as seen by its ability to heal the wounds of others and completely regenerate the Fairy King's Forest. However, Ban lost this ability after using the power of the Fountain of Youth to revive Elaine.

Due to his time subjected to the harsh conditions of Purgatory, Ban's stamina and durability have increased drastically. His physique has evolved and adapted so much that even after having lost his immortality, Ban could still endure similar conditions and emerge completely unharmed; this is shown when he suffers no injuries from the Demon King's energy storm, which could wipe out any living being according to Gowther, to the point where Ban even calls it a gentle breeze compared to Purgatory. The limits of Ban's physical stamina are further demonstrated when he was able to withstand several blows from the Demon King with only minor injuries. He was also able to withstand the Supreme Deity's Divine Thunder which was able to heavily injure King, Gowther, and Diane while Ban remained completely unfazed, which the Supreme Deity acknowledges due to him surviving Purgatory.

His physical strength and speed had also increased drastically over centuries of adapting, living, hunting, and battling the Demon King in Purgatory. Ban's combat skills had increased to the point where he could compete in physical combat, without using Rapture, against the Demon King in Meliodas' body, who had just effortlessly defeated the Sins and two of the most powerful Archangels. The King himself noted that he had gained power that surpassed the Fountain of Youth.

18 years later, Ban's power proved such that he was able to defeat Ironside without damage and with his power reduced to one-tenth by Miltonduff.

Talent Snatch「, Sunacchi」: An ability that allows Ban to "steal" physical objects by grabbing them, as well as the physical abilities of others, weakening them while gaining more strength and speed. However, Ban has a limit to how much strength he can steal from a person so as not to damage himself with overwhelming power. Using a form of Snatch, Ban can also steal his opponents' body parts, such as a heart or an arm, in the blink of an eye. Arms Three-Section Staff: During his time as a bandit, Ban wielded a power-imbued Three-Section Staff, a flail weapon composed of three wooden or metal staffs linked by a chain or rope. It was formidable in use, and could combine it with his "Snatch" ability to grab objects such as the cup from the Fountain of Youth. [23] The weapon was so powerful that it could rip out a demon's heart,[24] and was capable of crushing flesh, as well as breaking bones and nails. [25] Courechouse replaced it when he joined the Sins, but returned to using it after losing it. Courechouse: As a member of the Seven Deadly Sins, Ban possessed a Sacred Treasure, which was stolen during his imprisonment by the Strange Fangs. [26] It is later returned to him by Merlin during a fight against an Indura. It has the ability to lengthen and distort the angle of its chain, allowing the wielder to attack any opponent from any angle at a considerable distance. Its special ability is Super Focus, which pushes Ban's physical and mental capabilities to the limit.

Seven Deadly Sins Meliodas Ban is a member of the Seven Deadly Sins along with Meliodas. They are both extremely friendly and competitive with each other, and enjoy challenging each other. [28][29] Despite being very close companions, they are willing to fight with all their might, regardless of the potential harm they may inflict. Their first meeting was shortly after Ban's thirty-third execution, which he successfully passed once again. As a subordinate, Ban shows great respect for Meliodas and calls him "Captain". Ban views Meliodas as his best friend and as one of only two people who accept him, the other being Elaine. When the Goddess Clan offered Ban the chance to revive Elaine by killing Meliodas, Ban was shocked and stunned at the opportunity, but accepted the offer.

Despite attempting to kill Meliodas, Ban appears to be saddened by his decision, not only for killing his best friend, but also knowing that he belongs to the Demon Clan, and attempts to convince Hawk to stop. Ban was also slightly surprised when Meliodas decided to let Ban kill him, and was later annoyed when Meliodas continued to fight after telling him this, stating that as a member of the Sins, he still had a duty to fulfill and that they would only settle it after their mission to save Elizabeth and the Liones Kingdom was complete. After this, the two finally work things out, with Ban eventually deciding to give up on killing Meliodas to bring back Elaine, knowing that it is not something that either Elaine or he truly wanted. Ban also seems to have gotten over the fact that Meliodas belongs to the Demon Clan, and no longer seems to care, as he still sees him as his best friend and Captain.

After settling their issues, Ban and Meliodas resume their friendship and grow to deeply respect each other. Following Ban's reunion with his lover Elaine, Meliodas was shown to be very happy for Ban, so much so that he now jokes about their relationship, much like Ban does with him and Elizabeth. They have even been shown to compete with each other as to who has the better relationship and which girl they find more attractive, as they both spent the entire fight dominating their opponents while debating over who was better, Elizabeth or Elaine. [ 30 ]

After discovering Meliodas and Elizabeth's curses and their past, Ban was visibly shaken, and his concern and desire to protect his best friend only grew. Even after Meliodas declared his intention to become the Demon King to break his and Elizabeth's curses, Ban's desire to help him did not waver, so much so that he personally offered to retrieve Meliodas's lost emotions from Purgatory, despite knowing that he might not succeed or even return from such a journey.

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Diana Ban and Diane are members of the Seven Deadly Sins. Ban appears to have a good relationship with Diane. They maintain a joking friendship and often come across as rude and funny. Diane and Ban have also played arm wrestling matches, in which she won by a finger. Ban is amused by Diane's attitude and often annoys her, as shown at the Vaizel Fighting Festival when he pays three women to seduce Meliodas, which angers her, leading to a more exciting fight. Ban is wary of Diane's tantrums, but also finds them amusing. Most of their conversations consist of exchanges of teasing remarks.

Ban and King are members of the Seven Deadly Sins. When the Seven Deadly Sins were an active group of knights, Ban and King had a relationship that could be compared to an "unlikely dynamic duo". [31] Despite constantly fighting, Ban cares enough for King to save him from Diane's fit of rage at Helbram, possibly due to him being Elaine's brother. Ban is fully aware that King is Elaine's brother, and when the two were reunited after ten years, despite not recognizing him at first, when he finally did and learned why King wanted him dead, he kept what happened in the Fairy King's forest to himself, as well as his immortality and Elaine's death, and allowed King to petrify him.

When Elaine asked King to protect Ban, King reluctantly agreed, and from then on, he began to question Ban and Elaine's relationship, wanting to know why she was showing herself to him and not her own brother. When he eventually learned more about what truly happened in the Fairy King's Forest and Ban's goal of reviving Elaine, King finally let go of his grudge and accepted Ban, seeing him as a trusted friend and ally once again. Upon learning that Ban was also responsible for the return and protection of the Fairy King's Forest, King's opinion and respect for Ban grew. Despite still constantly bickering, Ban and King have remained on more friendly terms, and the two seem to have the same odd duo relationship they once had as knights. Ban even jokes with King from time to time about his relationship with Diane.

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Gowther Ban and Gowther are members of the Seven Deadly Sins. Ban gets along quite well with Gowther, but initially thought that Gowther was just a big old man underneath the armor, but since no one has ever seen Gowther's real face, it was understandable due to the size of his armor. Ban's opinion of Gowther seems to be very mixed. Ban finds Gowther's behavior and habit of revealing what people are thinking very amusing, and his cosplay habit strange. However, he also finds Gowther's emotionless nature and curiosity about people's behavior annoying. An example of this is how angry Ban got when Gowther said that Hawk's sacrifice during the battle against Hendrickson was helpful but also insignificant, as Merlin had to stop Ban from attacking Gowther, stating that Gowther doesn't know any better. Despite the fact that Gowther's memories and emotions have finally returned, Ban's opinion of Gowther doesn't seem to have changed that much, although he visibly seems more comfortable being around him now.

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Merlin Ban and Merlin are members of the Seven Deadly Sins. Although they appear to have a somewhat unstable relationship, they have shown to be able to get along. Merlin managed to calm Ban down when he threatened to attack Gowther, enraged by the Goat's Sin of Lust's lack of empathy in the face of Hawk's apparent death. Merlin also prevented Ban from destroying the gray demon's remains for study, despite Ban's strong desire to destroy them, which greatly annoyed him. Despite their differences, they have both shown moderate interest in each other's abilities. Ban once challenged her to a fight, having never seen her full power before, but he fell to her when Merlin dared him to do one hundred thousand push-ups just to tire him out. In return, Merlin showed amusement by taking advantage of Ban's greed and immortality to test and annoy him.

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Scanor Ban and Escanor are both members of the Seven Deadly Sins. Like Merlin, Ban and Escanor have had very little interaction with each other compared to the other sins, but the two seem to trust and get along quite well, considering they are the only human members of the Seven Deadly Sins. Upon reuniting with Escanor after ten years, Escanor seemed genuinely happy to see his fellow sinner again, and during the fight with Galand and Melascula; Ban, in turn, showed relief and amazement at Escanor's ability to fulfill the two commandments by himself with such ease, while he struggled to deal with them alone. Ban also showed concern for Escanor's well-being.

Like the rest of the Sins, Ban is wary of Escanor's true power and would rather not make him an enemy. Ban has also clearly shown that he does not fully trust him when his power is active, as seen when he thought he would kill Hawk, Jericho, Gowther, and himself after being surprised to see it was already daytime while being held in Escanor's bar storage room. Despite his fear of Escanor's power during the day, at night, Ban tends to bravely and humorously mock Escanor, much like he does with the rest of the Sins.

Others Elaine Ban has feelings for Elaine, having met and fallen in love with her during his seven days in the Fairy King's Forest, and she shares similar feelings. He was the one who cured Elaine's loneliness of the past seven hundred years, which led her brother to abandon her. Sadly, Elaine now resides in the Capital of the Dead, after being killed by the Nameless Demon. However, Ban swore that he would make her his in the future. Ban considers Elaine one of the two people in his life who accepted him for who he is; the other being Meliodas, his best friend. When Elaine died, Ban suffered from severe depression and spent four years in prison, thinking that "there is nothing left for him," and recently revealed that his cooperation with the Sins is primarily a distraction from her death. When presented with the option of reviving Elaine by killing Meliodas, Ban chose Elaine without hesitation, believing that a world without her is a hell. After finally being revived, Elaine attempts to kill Jericho, jealous of how he took away her dream of traveling with Ban. After Ban assures her that she is his only woman, she calms down and apologizes for her actions. After Escanor defeats Galand and Melascula, Elaine and Ban are happy to finally be reunited, with Jericho's support.

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Jericho At first, Ban humiliated her by stripping her naked to steal her clothes in Baste Dungeon. She wanted revenge, and in fact, was so furious that she drank demon blood so she could defeat Ban. But that grudge was destroyed when he saved her from being turned into a demon. Now there are hints that she might have fallen in love with him. After Ban left Liones, she decided to follow him. She tries to get closer to him, but he sees her more as a wallet or a little sister, as he puts it. He also says that she is the first human he doesn't hate being around. Interestingly, Ban didn't remember Jericho as a child, as he innocently proposed to her, much to her confusion in the past.

Zhivago Zhivago was the one who taught Ban how to steal and turned him into a bandit. He was the only person Ban trusted in his youth and, in his own words, was his idol and ideal father. Zhivago considered Ban his own son and was deeply ashamed of having abandoned him to save his real son. However, Ban never hated him and had long since forgiven him. When Ban's soul was left at the mercy of the commandment, Zhivago sacrificed his soul and his only chance to see his son again to save the Fox from sin, causing Ban to immediately burst into tears. [ 32 ]

Hawk At first, Ban was amazed that Hawk could talk, initially thinking he was just Diane's lunch. However, they soon got along quite well, considering each other trusted companions. They are willing to support each other, as shown when Hawk carries Ban when he is drunk or exhausted. When Hawk was killed by Hendrickson, Ban shed many tears and became furious, believing Hawk to be a kind-hearted pig. This was the second time he was seen crying, the first being with Elaine. He also calls Hawk "Master."

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Elizabeth Liones Elizabeth and Ban appear to have a good relationship. Ban was surprisingly respectful towards her as a princess when they first met, even going so far as to ask her to be less formal with him. In turn, Ban has shown little to no formality towards her since, but has apparently gotten along well enough to consider her a trusted ally and companion. Despite his supposed indifference towards her, Ban does show some affection for her, as seen by taking Veronica hostage to free Meliodas and Elizabeth, bringing her away from the furious Diane who was fighting Helbram, accompanying Meliodas and Gowther on their mission to rescue Elizabeth, and then abandoning his mission to kill Meliodas to complete the rescue mission. Despite all this, Ban showed genuine concern and shock for her and Meliodas after discovering their curses and past, and was even impressed by Elizabeth's newfound powers and her ability to cure him of Melascula's poisonous acid when his own immortal healing abilities barely worked.

Zeldris Ban and Zeldris never interacted, but after discovering why Zeldris despised Meliodas, Ban showed clear compassion for his situation. Later, when the Demon King nearly killed Zeldris mercilessly, a furious Ban broke free and proceeded to overpower him, expressing his utter disgust and contempt at the Demon King's callousness towards his children and stating that he did not care at all that Zeldris was considered a weakling by the Demon King. He later helped Meliodas save his brother from being possessed by the Demon King and was the one who saved Zeldris from being seized, snatching him away before the Commandments could be placed back on him.

PERSONALITY Ban is a walking contradiction with a crooked smile. Outwardly, he's confident, brash, cynical, and provocative: he mocks, provokes, and acts as if nothing matters. He has a dark sense of humor and a frightening self-assurance. He loves risk, adrenaline, and practical jokes; he enjoys testing physical and legal boundaries.

Beneath that tough exterior lies a deep loyalty to those he loves—the Elaine effect—and tremendous tenderness when the situation calls for it. His affection isn't sweet aloud; it's practical, protective, and sometimes excessively direct. He despises hypocrisy and has a righteous tendency to not forgive lies. In a group, he acts like the "guy who takes it all": he masks his pain with jokes, rescues others, and takes the lead. With strangers, he can be arrogant and even cruel; with friends, loyal to the bitter end.

EMOTIONAL PATTERNS (how the world is processed)

Reaction to loss: hypercompensation (extreme acts to "recover" what was lost or avoid feeling it).

Anger: explosive but focused; does not hold a grudge coldly, but acts on it.

Vulnerability: she shows it on rare occasions; she prefers to protect herself with humor and risk.

Trust: difficult to give at first; when given, it is almost unconditional.

POSSIBLE DISORDERS (fictional analysis — not a medical diagnosis)

Complex post-traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD): Exposure to torture, violence, and repeated losses (e.g., the loss of Elaine and prison experiences) may explain flashbacks, hypervigilant reactions, emotional avoidance, and anger/regression cycles.

Attachment disorder/separation anxiety: His relationship with Elaine and intense fear of losing his loved ones suggest patterns of anxious attachment—even though he disguises it with indifference.

Impulsive traits (possible impulse control disorder): reckless behavior, sudden decisions, danger seeking.

Superficial antisocial traits: his past as a thief and criminal, contempt for laws, occasional lies—but this is tempered by his deep loyalty, so it doesn't fit into a total antisocial pattern.

(Important: This is a psychological reading from a fictional perspective; Ban is not a real person, and these terms are useful for understanding his behavior, not for "labeling" him in real life.)

KEY TRAUMAS

Loss of Elaine (threat/fear of irreversible loss): his entire identity revolves around that relationship; the absence or harm of Elaine produces extreme behaviors.

Torture and bodily abuse: time spent in prisons, brutal fights and torture leave physical and mental scars (distrust, insomnia, scars).

Marginal childhood/youth: growing up in marginality and taking on the role of a thief forged in him defense, cynicism and survival skills.

Social rejection: although he has friends, the stigma of his past and his tendency to act outside the law generate intermittent isolation.

WEAKNESSES

Emotional: His attachment to Elaine is his weak point. If the relationship is in danger, he loses his judgment.

Impulsiveness —making risky decisions without calculating consequences, which puts the group at risk.

Pride —sometimes rejects help or acts to “prove” something out of pride, complicating simple solutions.

Physical vulnerability without immortality — when immortality is taken away, mistakes and injuries take a real toll.

Difficulty expressing feelings verbally — ends in misunderstandings in emotional relationships.

STRENGTHS

Resistance and regeneration (when he has immortality) —superior physical capacity; withstands extreme pain.

Courage and sacrifice —he does not hesitate to put himself at risk to protect others.

Limited but effective social skills — can manipulate situations, distract, and negotiate with humor and audacity.

Absolute loyalty — when he commits, he fulfills at any cost.

Street smarts and experience as a thief — ability to break into places, think fast, improvise.

HISTORY (compact but detailed biography) Ban was born and raised in an environment of poverty and crime: quick, cunning, and nimble, he became famous as a thief. His childhood instilled in him a distrust of rules and authority figures. His life changed with the arrival of Elaine: for the first time, someone showed him affection, and he devoted himself entirely to protecting her. When Elaine dies (or is in danger, depending on the arc), Ban undergoes a transformation: his cynicism merges with a devotion that drives him to seek immortality to save her (or to see her again).

He becomes a seeker of the Fountain of Youth—which grants him the immortality that defines much of his strength and attitude. He goes through prisons and torture (due to confrontations with demons or enemy organizations) and suffers physically but does not die, which fuels his arrogance and his sense of isolation (no one else can suffer as he does and then remain standing).

Within the Seven Deadly Sins, his

Within the Seven Deadly Sins, his role is that of the charismatic "thief/rogue": protector of his own, external provocateur, and the driving force behind many impulsive actions. His relationships with the other members (Meliodas, King, Diane, etc.) alternate between fights, jokes, and a loyalty demonstrated through actions, not words.

SKILLS

Immortality (originally): instant regeneration from fatal wounds, resistance to fatigue, arrested aging. This changes their relationship with pain and risk—they make choices others wouldn't.

Superhuman strength and endurance: capable of facing large enemies and enduring brutal punishments.

'Snatch' (or the ability to steal): can physically snatch objects—weapons, possessions—and in some versions "steals" attributes or mobility (for example, speed). In combat, this makes it extremely versatile: taking an opponent's weapon or "stealing" their stamina.

Hand-to-hand combat proficiency: great skill in fighting with fists and unconventional tactics.

Ingenuity and skill in handling dangerous social situations: negotiation under threat, reading people, tactical manipulation.

Pain tolerance and rapid recovery: allows you to continue fighting when others would fall.

Ban doesn't have many friends, but the few he considers "his" he defends like precious relics. He doesn't know how to be a "casual friend"; you're either part of his inner circle or you're just another stranger. There's no middle ground.

Meliodas: His relationship with Meliodas is one of the strongest and most genuine in the entire series. He's his brother in spirit, but in essence, he is. They respect each other unconditionally. They insult each other, hit each other, steal things, but deep down, they trust each other completely. Ban admires Meliodas because he sees in him someone who survived Hell just like him, and that makes him feel understood without words. Ban never questions Meliodas's orders when there's danger; if Meliodas asks him to do something, he does it, even if he disagrees. And if anyone dares to speak ill of him, Ban laughs... and then beats them senseless. On an emotional level, Meliodas represents Ban's only solid male connection: the brother he never had, the unjudgmental mirror. When Meliodas is suffering, Ban is the first to try to cheer him up with jokes or by taking risks, because he can't bear to see him down. In his body language, Ban treats him with physical familiarity (friendly slaps, shoulder bumps, shoves) and verbally with provocations. But every word conceals absolute respect.

King: His dynamic with King begins as a battle of egos. King detests him for having "caused" Elaine's death, and Ban deliberately provokes him. But Ban doesn't do it out of cruelty; he does it because he knows King judges him and wants him to confront him. Over time, Ban demonstrates loyalty, honesty, and genuine affection for King. He saves his life, respects him as the guardian of the forest, and above all, accepts King's insults without complaint, knowing they stem from pain. Ban endures King's hatred because he feels real guilt. When King finally accepts him, Ban treats him with a quieter affection: gentle teasing, unspoken support, and acknowledgment. He never demands forgiveness, only companionship. Ban knows King is family because of Elaine, but also because he sees him as the little brother who needs someone strong to take care of him. His way of showing love is to let King vent his frustrations by hitting or yelling at him, without responding in anger.

Diane: With Diane, Ban is protective and kind, with a playful mischievousness. He knows Diane is sensitive, so he only teases her to a certain extent, never cruelly. He has a big brotherly affection for her—the kind who would joke about her size or strength, but would never let anyone hurt her. When Diane suffers because of Meliodas, Ban supports her from the sidelines, without intruding on her emotional space. If she cries or gets depressed, he jokes to distract her. His humor towards Diane has that mix of sarcasm and tenderness that only men who know how to take care of someone without seeming to do so possess.

Escanor: Ban feels a silent respect for Escanor. He doesn't treat him with pity or fear, although he acknowledges his power. When Escanor faces Meliodas, Ban is one of the few who does not directly interfere; he knows that there is a logic between them that he should not break. With Escanor, their friendship is brief but honest: few words, mutual understanding, and that feeling of "if you respect me, I'll respect you." Ban never mocks his love for Merlin because he knows what it's like to love with obsessive devotion. He cherishes him, takes care of him in his quiet way, and honors him even after his death.

Marline: Ban maintains a cautiously distant relationship with Merlin. He respects her as a mage and as a companion, but he dislikes her tendency to manipulate or withhold information. He sometimes teases her with irony, but he never disrespects her. He knows her power is dangerous and that she's not someone to be trifled with. Even so, Ban acknowledges her courage and intelligence, though deep down he doesn't fully trust her. He doesn't hate her; he simply treats her with that "I know you're more dangerous than everyone else, but I'll buy you a drink anyway" kind of humor.

Gowther: Gowther awakens in Ban a mixture of curiosity and tenderness. He sees him as a creature without an emotional compass, and therefore isn't offended by his cold or cruel remarks. Ban doesn't judge him; he treats him as someone who needs to learn what it means to feel. If Gowther does something strange, Ban is the first to laugh and not take it too seriously. Over time, he grows fond of him and protects him just like the others, although he never says so openly.

❤️ WITH IMPORTANT PEOPLE

Elaine (the love of his life): Ban is a different person with Elaine. All his rudeness, cynicism, and violence fade away in her presence. He is tender, patient, protective, and almost helpful. He has no filter when it comes to his love: he expresses it with simple words, but with disarming sincerity. Elaine is his weakness and his driving force. If she's in danger, Ban can become uncontrollable. He becomes obsessed with saving her, keeping her alive, and preventing her pain from recurring. He treats her with extreme care, as if afraid of breaking something precious. In her presence, Ban becomes sweet, almost shy. The way he looks at her changes completely: his eyes soften, his jokes become gentler, and his tone is low and warm. If Elaine smiles, he feels that the whole world is worthwhile; if she cries, the world burns.

Meliodas (his soul brother): I already mentioned this above, but it's worth emphasizing: Meliodas is a figure Ban not only respects, but loves in the sense of a true brother. He would die for Meliodas without hesitation, and he has proven it. If Meliodas loses control, Ban stops him even if it costs him his life. If he's sad, Ban stays with him without asking for explanations. There is a complicity between them that needs no words: a single look is enough to understand what the other is going to do. Ban defends him against anyone and considers him, without admitting it, his moral example — even though neither of them behave like saints.

WITH FAMILY (or the closest thing to it)

Ban didn't have a stable family. There are no parents, no siblings, no home; that's why the Seven Deadly Sins are his family. He doesn't say it, but his way of showing it is to stay, to fight, to bleed, and to keep going. In his mind, they are the family he chose, and Elaine is the home he never had. If he ever has children (in alternate universes or fan fiction, of course), he'd be a loving but clumsy father. He'd be the kind who teaches them to fight before they learn to read, but who falls apart if the child cries. His tenderness would be instinctive, not learned.

🌍 WITH OTHER PEOPLE (strangers, enemies, civilians)

Banning strangers is delightful chaos:

Mocking, sarcastic, and intimidating if he wants.

She uses her relaxed appearance and provocative smile to destabilize.

He can be violent or compassionate, depending on the person.

He cannot stand hypocrites, cowards, or abusers; if he sees injustice, he acts, even if it is not his problem.

With the weak or innocent, he is surprisingly gentle. If he sees a crying child or someone frightened, he changes his tone, crouches down, and speaks softly. He does this not out of heroism, but because he remembers his own abandonment.

WHAT ARE THEY LIKE AS A COUPLE? If you want the unfiltered, "romantic" version: Ban is the partner who saves you from a pack of wolves… and then steals your desserts for fun. Seriously, his way of loving is intense, protective, and practical. Let's break it down:

Displays of affection: they are rarely purely tender; affection comes in the form of grand actions (defending you with his life, taking risks) and small, clumsy gestures (jokes, physical touch without saying "I love you" out loud). With Elaine, it was endearing: tender in actions, jealous and obsessive in his protectiveness.

Emotional communication: limited. She doesn't engage in long, sentimental conversations; she prefers to demonstrate through actions. This can frustrate partners who need constant communication.

Jealousy and possessiveness: he can be jealous and territorial; his intense attachment makes him susceptible to impulsive behaviors if he feels the relationship is threatened.

Crisis support: unconditional. In critical moments, Ban doesn't hesitate: he acts, sacrifices himself, and takes on the problem.

Long-term stability: complicated. Their impulsiveness, need for risk, and emotional wounds require a partner with firm boundaries and a lot of patience—or who shares their capacity to fight for what they love.

Sexuality and passion: intense, sometimes rough, but with moments of genuine tenderness. He is romantic in his own way: present, physical, and absolutely devoted to what matters.

Conflicts in couples: arise from their pride, their lack of words and their impulsive decisions; also from their tendency to put heroic acts before shared rational solutions.

What he looks for in a partner: absolute loyalty, sincere affection, someone who accepts him with his past and his self-destructive tendencies. Ideally, someone who confronts him firmly but also provides emotional refuge (like Elaine in his case).

Height and build Height: Short. Officially around 1.52 m approx. Yes, it's smaller than many standard doors. And yet it still makes an impression. Build: Slim but surprisingly muscular. He is not bulky; his body is compact and defined, with marked but proportionate muscles. He has that deceptive appearance of a "harmless child". Spoiler: it isn't. ✦ Face Shape: Rounded, youthful. Features: Soft, almost innocent. Common expression: Mischievous, relaxed, carefree. His face conveys lightness, as if nothing affects him. But when he gets serious… the change is immediate. His gaze becomes cold, heavy, ancient. And then you remember that he is the son of the Demon King. ✦ Eyes Color: Bright emerald green. Shape: Large and expressive. demonic details: When he unleashes his demonic power: A black symbol appears on his forehead. Their eyes can turn completely black with glowing pupils. His expression becomes much more intimidating. Their eyes are usually warm and playful. In demon mode… they seem empty and deep. ✦ Hair Color: Golden blonde. Style: Messy, with strands sticking up. He always looks like he's just come out of a fight... or a nap. She has that eternally youthful look that never changes too much. It is a stark contrast to his brother Zeldris, who is more orderly and sober.

Personality

Meliodas is a blend of two contradictory traits that work strangely well together: on the outside, he's playful, childish, and perverted (he loves to tease, joke around, and look at girls with comical impudence), but on the inside, he's deeply serious, protective, and burdened with guilt. He has a natural charisma—warm, approachable, and trustworthy—that makes him a born leader: people trust him quickly. He's unfazed by most dangers (sometimes he even seems bored), and yet, when something he loves is at risk, his ferocity awakens with simmering rage.

Key features:

Outgoing and playful on the surface.

Empathy and extreme loyalty to his inner circle.

Humor as a shield: use jokes to lower tension.

Tendency to minimize one's own suffering in order to care for others.

Ambivalence between paternal/romantic tenderness and a contained violence.

Psychological disorders and patterns (clinical interpretation, not diagnosis)

Based on his behavior throughout the series, he has patterns reminiscent of:

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD): flashbacks, disproportionate emotional reactions to reminders of the past, occasional avoidance, hyperreactivity when their past is triggered.

Complex depression / chronic grief: prolonged episodes of hopelessness, persistent guilt over past actions and cycles of loss (especially due to the repeated loss/relapse of Elizabeth).

Controlled conduct/impulsivity disorder: outbursts of anger (when the “wrath” or demonic mark is activated) that can lead to destructive actions.

Anxious-avoidant attachment in relationships: falls in love and is extremely protective, but sometimes withdraws or holds back to "protect" the other person or for fear of repeating the harm.

Important: This is a fictional interpretation based on the behaviors shown; it cannot be "diagnosed" without a real clinical context.

Personality

Zeldris is a complex character who combines blind loyalty, strategic coldness, and a very human side that is rarely shown. Outwardly, he is solemn, serious, and calculating: he seldom displays emotions openly, and when he does, it is usually anger or disdain. He is extremely disciplined and has a strong sense of duty, especially toward his brother, Meliodas, and his demon family.

His moral code is distorted by his upbringing: he considers strength and obedience to be supreme virtues. Even so, he is not a one-dimensional villain; his decisions are often influenced by loyalty and love for his family, which humanizes him and creates internal conflicts. He is cold to his enemies and ruthless in battle, but he can also display surprising self-control, patience, and cunning.

Zeldris has a very protective and possessive side towards those he loves, which sometimes makes him seem overly authoritarian or even manipulative. He doesn't trust others easily, which reinforces his image as a solitary and calculating individual. Zeldris's third demonic mark Zeldris is a short but muscular young man. He closely resembles his brother Meliodas, though with some minor differences. His hair is black and spiky, and grows in the opposite direction to Meliodas's. They both share the same demonic mark, except that it is above the left eye instead of the right. Zeldris can modify his demonic mark to resemble his older brother's second [8] and full demonic mark. [9]

His attire consists of a crimson jumpsuit with white insignia in various places. The suit has an open collar, leaving his chest exposed. He wears silver gauntlets and carries his sword on a sling at his hip.

Sixteen years later, during the Four Knights of the Apocalypse event, Zeldris' current attire is his demonic power covering his entire body, leaving only the chest area visibly open.

In-depth Psychological Analysis of Zeldris

Personality type (approximate MBTI)

Zeldris would be closer to an INTJ (“The Architect”) on MBTI:

Introvert (I): Prefers to analyze, observe and plan before acting; does not seek unnecessary company and keeps their emotions to themselves.

Intuitive (N): Thinks long-term, anticipates consequences and develops complex strategies; focuses on possibilities and patterns rather than superficial details.

Thinking (T): Makes decisions based on logic and efficiency; judgment is guided by reason rather than emotion, although he feels deeply.

Judgment (J): Needs structure, control and planning; their life is governed by rules, codes and duties, avoiding improvisation when possible.

This type fits with his coldness, discipline, and leadership skills, but it also explains his difficulty in expressing emotions openly and his tendency to be strict with others.

Attachment style

Zeldris displays an anxious-avoidant attachment style:

Anxious: He needs approval from Meliodas and his demon family. His emotions and decisions are closely tied to the validation of those he respects.

Avoidant: Represses emotions and vulnerability in front of others who are not part of their close circle; avoids open emotional intimacy for fear of loss or rejection.

This creates internal tension: he wants closeness, but he fears showing weakness, which sometimes makes him cold, calculating, and rigid.

Physical appearance Apparent age: Although he is over 40 years old, due to his immortality he appears to be in his twenties. Height: Approximately 2.10 meters tall. He is one of the tallest characters in the series. Build: He has a very slim and athletic body. He has defined muscles, especially in his abdomen, chest, and arms, but he is not excessively muscular. His figure is more streamlined and agile than robust. Skin: Very pale, almost white, which makes her features and scars stand out more. Hair: Her hair is short, messy, and spiky. It is a light silver color, although in some adaptations and scenes it may appear very pale blue due to the lighting. Eyes: She has intense crimson eyes. Her gaze usually conveys confidence, mischief, and a certain arrogance, although in serious moments she can appear surprisingly melancholic. Face: His face is long and attractive, with sharp, masculine features. He has a characteristic, crooked, and provocative smile, which he often uses to joke or challenge others. Marks and scars He has a large scar on the left side of his neck, which extends partially to his collarbone. It was inflicted by Meliodas before Ban gained immortality and is one of the few wounds that remain on his body. He has the symbol of the Fox of Greed tattooed on the left side of his waist, near his hip. Outfit Her clothes change several times during the series: Most well-known clothing: She wears a tight-fitting red leather jacket with numerous rivets and metal buckles. The jacket is open at the chest, revealing much of his torso. He wears pants of the same red color, also decorated with straps and metallic details. Wear sturdy dark boots. On other occasions: