Hans (konosuba)

Hans' relationship with Luna
Luna is one of the people Hans respects most in Axel. As a receptionist at the Adventurers' Guild, she has known Hans for quite some time and has grown accustomed to his impulsive behavior.
🤝 Relationship: friendship + trust + concern
At first, Luna considered Hans just another troublesome adventurer. However, after several missions, she realized he was reliable when the situation got really serious.
Hans, for his part, treats Luna with great respect. Unlike many adventurers, he never bothers her while she is working and usually listens to her when she receives instructions.
The problem is that Hans has the terrible habit of accepting dangerous missions without thinking much about it.
Luna: Hans, this mission is classified as high-risk. Are you sure you want to accept it?
Hans: — Sure.
Luna: — You didn't even read the description.
Hans: — Is the monster big?
Luna: — Yes.
Hans: — Then everything is alright.
Luna: — ...Why do I even try?
❤️ A special friendship
Over the years, Luna develops a genuine concern for Hans.
When he returns wounded from a mission, she immediately asks if he's alright.
Hans often jokes:
Hans: — Were you worried about me?
Luna: — It's my job to look after the guild's adventurers.
Hans: — Is that all?
Luna is embarrassed.
Luna: — Stop provoking me and go find a healer.
Hans smiles.
Hans: Yes, ma'am.
Despite the teasing, there is affection and trust between the two.
🍺 Hans and Luna at the Guild
Hans also often shows up at the guild simply to chat with Luna when he doesn't have a mission.
He tells stories of his adventures, while Luna tries to figure out which parts are true.
Luna: — You really faced a monster all alone?
Hans: — Yes.
Luna: — And why are you covered in burns?
Hans: — Details.
Luna: — Hans...
Hans: — The monster had fire.
Luna: — That explains absolutely nothing.

Hans's relationship with the Adventurers' Guild
Hans has a very close and well-known relationship with the Axel Adventurers' Guild. After years working as an adventurer, he has practically become a familiar figure within the organization.
🍻 How the guild views Hans
The guild officials consider Hans an extremely competent, but problematic, adventurer.
He is often sought out for missions that require physical strength, combat against large monsters, or the protection of caravans.
On the other hand, there is an informal rule among employees:
"If Hans says the mission is easy, read the report again."
That's because Hans has a completely different definition of "easy".
👩‍💼 Relationship with the receptionist
The guild receptionist has known Hans for quite some time and is used to his behavior.
She respects his abilities, but constantly complains because he frequently returns from missions.
covered in mud;
with broken equipment;
with torn clothes;
carrying monster parts;
or accompanied by some problem that was not in the contract.
Receptionist: — Hans! You destroyed another bridge?!
Hans: — Technically, the monster destroyed it.
Receptionist: — And who threw the monster against the bridge?!
Hans: — ...The monster?
She simply stares at Hans.
Hans: — Okay. Me.

Crimson Demon Village
Hans has an excellent relationship with the village after meeting Megumin and Yunyun.
The locals are initially suspicious of his appearance.
Then they realize he's just an extremely muscular guy who likes to eat.
Hans finds the village fascinating.
He also quickly learns one rule:
Never challenge a Crimson Demon to a magic competition.

Demon King
Hans never personally met the Demon King at the beginning of his story.
To him, the Demon King represents a distant threat.
Hans doesn't share Kazuma's dream of becoming a legendary hero.
Their goal is much simpler:
to protect the people close to him.
If the time ever comes when Hans needs to face the Demon King himself, he will not hesitate.
Not because he believes he will win.
But why wouldn't he accept leaving his comrades to fight alone?

Generals of the Demon King
Hans could cross paths with several generals during his adventures.
🐊 Hans vs. Beldia
Hans considers Beldia an extremely dangerous enemy.
The headless horseman's fighting style forces Hans to abandon his usual strategy.
He quickly discovers that simply hitting harder doesn't always solve everything.
🐊 Hans vs. Verdia
If Hans witnessed Verdia attacking innocent people, his reaction would be immediate:
to fight.
Hans has no fear of undead enemies.
In fact, his biggest concern would be figuring out how to defeat them definitively.
🧊 Hans vs. Aqua
Not exactly an enemy, but Aqua frequently tries to involve Hans in conflicts related to demons.
Hans has already learned how to ask:
Is this really necessary?
Aqua:
"YES!"
Hans:
"Then it probably isn't."

Demon King's Army
Hans is considered an enemy of the Demon King's army.
He has already faced several monsters linked to demonic forces.
His reputation begins to grow after he defeats groups of monsters that were attacking border villages.
That's why some demons come to know his name.
Hans, however, does not have a personal obsession with the Demon King.
His position is simple:
"If he comes to attack innocent people, I will fight."

Vanir
Relationship: Mutual distrust.
Hans doesn't like Vanir.
Not because Vanir is particularly cruel to him, but because Hans quickly realizes that Vanir always knows more than he's letting on.
Vanir finds Hans amusing.
Primarily because he can see through your insecurities.
Hans hates this.
Stop looking at me like that.
— Which way?
— As if he knew anything.
Vanir smiles.
But I know.
Hans:

• I knew.

Mitsurugi Kyouya
Relationship: Rivalry.
Mitsurugi and Hans are practically opposites.
Mitsurugi possesses skill, experience, and a powerful weapon.
Hans possesses monstrous physical strength and an extremely direct fighting style.
When the two face off, Hans doesn't try to humiliate him.
He simply wants to find out who is stronger.
Mitsurugi initially underestimates Hans because he is just an adventurer.
After the first clash of swords, he realizes:
Hans is no ordinary warrior.
The rivalry becomes respectful.

Eris
Relationship: Deep respect.
Hans does not know Eris initially.
When he discovers that she is a goddess, he is extremely surprised.
Unlike Aqua, Hans immediately notices that Eris has a much more serene personality.
He begins to respect her.
Eris also views Hans with sympathy because she realizes that, despite his intimidating appearance and impulsive behavior, he possesses a strong desire to protect others.
Hans often says:
"If all the goddesses were like Eris, perhaps I would have more faith."
Aqua gets furious when she hears that.

Yunyun
Relationship: Friendship and respect.
Hans likes Yunyun because she is much more responsible than Megumin.
He also quickly realizes that she is extremely lonely.
Therefore, whenever he finds Yunyun alone, he tries to include her in conversations.
This ends up being important for her.
Yunyun considers Hans a genuine friend.
Hans also admires her magical power, although he jokes:
"You should trust yourself more."
Yunyun blushes.
— And I trust you!

• Excellent.
  — ...Aren't you going to challenge me to a duel?
• No.
  Ah.
  Hans:
• Why?
  — N-nothing!

Kazuma Satou
Relationship: Friendly rivalry / friendship.
This might be one of the most fun relationships.
Hans possesses much greater physical strength.
Kazuma is far more cunning.
The two often argue about which approach is better.
Hans:
"Let's simply defeat the enemy."
Kazuma:
"No. We're going to figure out how to defeat him without taking any risks."
Hans:
"Coward."
Kazuma:
"Idiot."
Despite the insults, Kazuma trusts Hans during dangerous situations.
Hans also trusts Kazuma.
He knows that, however petty Kazuma may be, when his friends are truly in danger, he shows up.

Darkness
Relationship: Comrades in arms / friendship.
Hans greatly respects Darkness as a warrior.
He recognizes her extraordinary resilience and determination.
The two of them make a great combination.
Hans launches his attack.
Darkness holds the front line.
The problem is that Darkness often gets... strangely excited when she receives attacks.
Hans doesn't understand at first.
After some time, he simply decides not to ask.
"Some things are better left ununderstood."

Water
Relationship: Chaotic friendship.
Hans believes that Aqua really is a goddess.
The problem is that he also discovered that she is extremely irresponsible.
He often has to stop Aqua from doing something stupid.
Aqua, in turn, believes that Hans does not show enough respect for her divinity.
She has tried several times to convince Hans to join the Axis cult.
Hans always replies:
"I already have enough problems."
Aqua considers this a religious offense.

Megumin
Relationship: Close friendship / battle partners.
Megumin considers Hans one of the few people capable of truly understanding the value of an Explosion.
Hans deeply admires her destructive power.
He also likes to tease Megumin.
So that's your only magic?
— It's not "magic." It's an EXPLOSION!
Okay. That's its only magic.
— DO NOT INSULT THE SUPREME ART!
The two work surprisingly well together in combat.
Hans holds the enemy.
Megumin prepares Explosion.
The problem is that Hans needs to run afterwards.
And it usually doesn't run fast enough.

Rain
Relationship: Good friendship.
Rain is one of the people Hans considers truly trustworthy.
He respects her intelligence and magical knowledge.
Since Hans doesn't know much about magic, he often asks Rain for advice.
She, in turn, tries to teach him to think before he acts.
It doesn't work very well.
Rain:
Hans, you need to analyze the situation before attacking.
Hans:
I analyzed it.

• What?
  The enemy was right in front of me.
  This is not an analysis!

Claire
Relationship: Respect + minor disagreements.
Claire initially considers Hans to be a rude adventurer.
He doesn't show the reverence she expects from someone in the presence of the royal family.
Hans, on the other hand, considers Claire extremely competent.
The two argue frequently.
Claire:
— You should learn how to behave in front of royalty.
Hans:
— I behaved myself.
Claire:
— You called the princess "Iris".
Hans:
That's her name.
Claire almost loses her temper.
Despite this, when faced with a truly dangerous situation, Claire trusts Hans's combat skills.

Princess Iris
Relationship: Respect and loyalty.
Hans meets Iris through missions involving the Kingdom of Belzerg.
He immediately realizes that she is far more determined than her delicate appearance suggests.
Hans treats Iris with respect, but he is not intimidated by her position.
When she shows interest in stories about adventurers, Hans usually shares his own experiences.
However, he avoids mentioning the most absurd parts.
Iris enjoys listening to his stories because Hans doesn't try to impress her.
For him, she is simply:
"A girl who was born into a position of importance and wants to do what she believes is right."
Hans becomes a sort of informal older brother to her.

Axel's City
Axel is where Hans spends most of his time.
The city is practically his second home.
He frequents the Adventurers' Guild, taverns, and equipment shops.
Hans has a curious reputation in Axel.
Some adventurers admire him.
Others think he's completely crazy.
And the guild's employees are very familiar with the problem:
Hans accepts dangerous missions without fully reading the description.

Kingdom of Belzerg
The Kingdom of Belzerg is the main country where Hans lives.
Hans has a very good relationship with the kingdom, even though he is not an official soldier.
He is considered an independent adventurer, but has already received rewards and recognition for helping villages and soldiers during monster attacks.
Hans's relationship with Belzerg
Hans deeply respects the kingdom because his own village is located near a dangerous region.
He's not a patriot to the point of dying for the government, but he does have one rule:
"If monsters cross the border and attack innocent people, I'll be there."
This leads some of Belzerg's soldiers to consider him a reliable ally.

Hans grabs the dragon by the neck.
The creature tries to break free.
Hans forces his body against the ground.
— MEGUMIN!
I'm ready!
Kazuma starts running.
— EVERYONE DOWN!
Megumin points with her staff.
— EXPLOSION!
The explosion covers the field.
When the smoke clears...
Hans is buried up to his waist.
The dragon is unconscious.
Megumin is lying on the ground.
Darkness is covered in dust.
Aqua is complaining that no one has acknowledged her contribution.
Kazuma simply stares at everyone.
I hate this group.
Hans starts laughing. After defeating the dragon, Hans receives a large reward.
He could buy a house.
A new suit of armor.
A legendary weapon.
But he spends a good portion of his money on food.
Kazuma is outraged.
— You just won a fortune!
Hans is eating.
So what?
You could invest!
— In what way?
Kazuma begins to explain.
Hans looks at him.

• I didn't understand.
  How did you reach level 31?
  Hans is thinking.
  — By hitting things.
  Kazuma remains silent.
  — ...That's annoyingly efficient. As time goes on, Hans begins to gain fame in Axel.
  He is known as:
  The man who faces monsters head-on.
  But also like:
  The idiot who faces monsters head-on.
  The guild will start receiving requests specifically for him.
  Missions that require:
  strength;
  resistance;
  courage;
  someone willing to do absurd things.
  Hans accepts almost all of them.
  But there is a rule:
  He never abandons a companion.
  This ends up being its greatest quality.

Hans' first big adventure with the group begins when the guild receives an urgent mission.
An Ash Dragon appeared near an inhabited area.
The monster was extremely resistant to fire and was destroying crops.
Kazuma didn't want to accept.
Megumin wanted it.
Aqua said she could defeat him.
Darkness wanted to confront a dragon.
Hans simply accepts the mission.
When the group arrives at the location, they find the dragon destroying a small village.
Hans looks at the creature.
The dragon roars.
Hans smiles.
Finally.
Kazuma immediately notices the problem.

• No.
• What?
  I know that expression.
  — What expression?
  — The expression of someone about to do something stupid.
  Hans draws his sword.
  I'm going to test something.
  — HANS, WAIT!
  Too late.
  Hans runs directly towards the dragon. The dragon breathes fire.
  Hans walks through the flames.
  His clothes start to burn.
  Kazuma shouts:
  — IT'S ON FIRE!
  Hans replies:
• I PERCEIVED!
  He jumps.
  The red crystal begins to glow.
  Crimson Breaker.
  Hans strikes a blow.
  BOOOOM!
  The impact breaks one of the dragon's scales.
  The creature recoils.
  Hans smiles.
  It worked.
  Megumin observes the scene.
• Interesting.
  Kazuma is horrified.
  Don't encourage him!
  The dragon charges.
  Darkness takes the lead.
  — IT SHALL NOT PASS!
  She is immediately thrown.
  Darkness!
  Aqua runs towards her.
  I can cure her!
  Kazuma points at Megumin.
  Can you attack?
  Megumin smiles.
  — Naturally.
  Hans looks back.
  I need to hold him.
  Kazuma's eyes widen.
  Are you thinking what I think you're thinking?
  Hans smiles.
• Yes.
  This is going to go wrong.
• Probably.

Some years later, Hans participated in an expedition to the ruins of an ancient fortress.
The group found a red crystal inside a room guarded by monsters.
Everyone wanted to sell it.
Hans was the only one who realized that the crystal was reacting to his mana.
When he touched it, an explosion of energy occurred.
The crystal partially shattered.
But instead of disappearing, a small part of it transformed into a perfect jewel.
Hans decided to keep her.
Since then, the crystal has amplified its power.
This is how its title came about:
The Mercenary of the Crimson Jewel. Hans' life changes when he meets Axel's most troublesome group.
Kazuma Satou.
Water.
Megumin.
Darkness.
Hans initially believes Kazuma to be an extremely competent adventurer.
After all, he seems to have experience.
Then Kazuma observes for a few minutes.
And then he changes his mind.
Are you always like this?
Kazuma looks at him.

• Like this?
• Coward.
  — I prefer "strategically prudent"!
  Hans starts laughing.
  Kazuma immediately decides that he doesn't like him.

Hans was born in a small village near the borders of the Kingdom of Belzerg.
From childhood, he was much stronger than the others.
At the age of eight, he was able to lift a sack of grain all by himself, a task that required two adults to carry.
At the age of twelve, he defeated a giant boar using only a piece of wood.
At fifteen, he decided to leave his village.
His dream was simple:
to become the strongest adventurer in the kingdom.
He went to Axel, the famous city of adventurers.
And he quickly discovered an important truth.
Being an adventurer wasn't nearly as glorious as he'd imagined. Hans entered the guild for the first time, sporting his huge, confident smile.
The receptionist asked:
Which class do you want?
Hans replied:

• Warrior.
  After some tests, he discovered that his strength was exceptional.
  However, he also discovered that he had no money.
  Not even adequate equipment.
  No experience whatsoever.
  Not even a group.
  And most importantly...
  I had no idea how to find good missions.
  His first job was to exterminate giant frogs.
  Hans entered the field full of confidence.
  Five minutes later he was covered in drool.
  Ten minutes later he was running away.
  Twenty minutes later he returned to the guild carrying three frogs.
  The receptionist asked:
  — Did you kill three?
  Hans replied:
• No.
• Then?
  They gave up chasing me.
  That's how his career began.

Hans is not a technical swordsman like Mitsurugi.
He fights in a much simpler way.
Brute force.
Its principle is:
"If the enemy is still standing, strike harder."
He combines sword strikes with punches, knee strikes, grabs, and lunges.
This would normally be considered an extremely unrefined style.
But it works.
Especially because Hans has an absurd amount of stamina.
He manages to keep fighting even after suffering injuries that would make other adventurers flee.

Special ability — Crimson Breaker
Hans' main technique is called Crimson Breaker.
He concentrates mana in the red crystal of his necklace and causes the energy to flow through his body.
For a few seconds, his physical strength increases dramatically.
His muscles become even more tense, and his blows begin to produce small bursts of red energy.
A simple punch can:
destroy a door;
break stones;
take down large monsters;
to throw opponents several meters.
However, there is a limitation.
Hans does not possess a large reserve of mana.
Therefore, he cannot maintain the technique for very long.
After using it repeatedly, he becomes exhausted and needs to eat absurd amounts of food.
This eventually led the tavern owners in Axel to create an unofficial rule:
"Hans pays before he eats."

At first glance, Hans seems like the typical tough guy who walks into a tavern and starts a fight.
In reality, he is considerably more laid-back.
AND:
trusting;
extroverted;
extremely competitive;
protective of his companions;
loyal;
direct;
proud;
food lover;
terrible at recognizing when he's being deceived.
Hans possesses a rather peculiar sense of honor.
He doesn't mind fighting monsters, bandits, or dangerous creatures, but he detests people who abuse the weak.
At the same time, his pride is enormous.
If someone says:
"You can't do that."
Hans will probably reply:
"Hold my drink."
And it will do exactly what was considered impossible.
The problem is that he rarely thinks about the consequences.

Hans is a tall, extremely muscular man with an intimidating presence.
She has spiky, naturally tousled, golden-brown hair. Her eyes are light blue, narrow, and expressive, conveying an almost provocative confidence.
His face has strong features, prominent eyebrows, and a small, pointed beard on his chin.
He is wearing a black tank top, covered by a dark green sleeveless vest, leaving his enormous arms exposed.
Around her neck is a necklace made of large golden beads, in the center of which is set a red crystalline jewel.
Jewelry is not just decorative.
It is an extremely rare magical crystal that Hans received during an adventure and which ended up becoming his trademark.
He wears sturdy brown pants, a wide red belt with a metal buckle, and long black gloves that cover his forearms.
Despite appearing to be a brutal warrior, Hans does not wear heavy armor.
According to him:
"If I need armor to survive, then it's because I haven't become strong enough yet."
This philosophy has already caused him to be hit by arrows, bitten by monsters, and thrown against walls more times than he cares to admit.

Hans possesses an unusually high amount of strength for a human adventurer, but his intelligence and luck are far from matching him.
This creates a situation that's quite typical of KonoSuba:
He can defeat enormous monsters, but he often loses to extremely idiotic problems.

Name: Hans
Race: Human
Age: 27 years
Sex: Male
Class: Adventurer / Mercenary
Level: 31
Affiliation: Kingdom of Belzerg
Place of residence: Axel
Title: The Mercenary of the Crimson Jewel
Main weapon: One-and-a-half-handed broadsword
Fighting style: Physical strength, endurance, and hand-to-hand combat.
Magical attribute: Fire
Characteristic element: Red magic crystal