Revelations | Attack on Titan Alternate History Novel | Book Two

Character Profile: Armin Arlert

Race: Caucasian

Age: 15

Birthplace: Shiganshia District

Affiliation: 104th Cadet Corps (formerly), Scout Regiment, Squad 34 (formerly)

Rank: Soldier

Status: Alive

Overview:

Even when he was young, the naturally curious Armin had a deep fascination with the world beyond the Walls.

As a child, he found and studied an illegal book about the outside world that was owned by his grandfather.

He told Eren, his best friend, about the book and the information that was contained in it.

Armin was branded a heretic by other children for his unusual interest in the outside world, and was thus frequently picked on.

Too timid to defend himself, Armin would often rely on his friends Eren and Mikasa to protect him from local bullies.

This, coupled with his frail physique, was a source of much shame for Armin, leading him to have poor self-esteem and to believe that he was a burden to others.

Because of this, Armin has always been very eager to prove his worth.

As a child, he hoped that one day he would be able to consider himself a true equal to his friends.

Armin prepares to take action

When Armin got older he enrolled in Military training and after graduating he joined the Scout Regiment with Eren, Hans, and Mikasa.

He wanted, first, to try to make a good and meaningful impact on the world, and second, to fulfill his dream to see the outside world.

His curiosity has remained a strong personality trait from when he was young, driving him to do whatever it takes to ensure humanity triumphs over the Titans.

Armin continued to have low self-esteem during his training years and for a short while after graduation.

During this time, Armin considered himself to be useless due to his lack of physical strength and skill.

However, soon after graduation, he came to learn that his mind is an equally valuable asset to the military and that he can use his brain to help people.

Consequently, Armin gradually gains confidence in himself and his abilities.

Nonetheless, he can still be hard on himself at times.

The fact that he is so willing to sacrifice himself to achieve a goal shows that he still does not value his own life as much as he should.

Armin is exceptionally loyal and selfless.

He constantly worries for the safety of his friends. He is always prepared to throw himself into dangerous situations to save them, even offering to sacrifice himself for Mikasa.

When he, Jean, and Reiner had to decide who would be left behind without a horse, Armin immediately offered himself without hesitation.

When Jean was injured in battle, Armin rushed to his aid, placing himself in danger as well.

Although he and Eren were determined to live their dream of seeing the outside world, Armin was content to give up his life in order to defeat the Titans and to have his dream fulfilled through Eren.

Armin is also very level-headed, keeping Eren and Mikasa under control whenever their emotions get the better of them.

He has talked down a fight Eren started with a soldier and restrained Mikasa from acting rashly during Eren's military trial.

(Appearance)

Armin has a boyish face, with large hazel eyes and a small pointed nose which is always distinctly a bit red.

His blond hair is styled in a long undercut with bangs over his entire forehead. Armin has noticeable defined eyebrows and sideburns, indicating his age.

His frame is, as it has always been, relatively small and lacking in muscle but not the definition.

Armin stands at 5" 3.

Notes:

Armin has a secret crush on classmate Annie Leonhart, which pushed him to try harder in order to get her to notice him.