Jeanne d'Arc (ジャンヌ・ダルク Jyan Daruku) is a loyal follower of Michael. She was once human until she was burned at the stake. Jeanne was a former famous French heroine who was turned into a loyal soldier for Heaven by Michael and is a general for his "Army of Salvation". Gilles de Rais is determined to free her from ecstasy.
Appearance
In the past, before being put under ecstasy, Jeanne let her short hair down; only a section of it is braided. She was also modest in dressing, and wore battle armor that completely covered her. The armor had roses on its pauldrons, and a long cape.
Currently, Jeanne has her blonde hair pulled back into two buns, tied with braids and bows with a France flag design. She wears a sleeveless light pink and white dress with ruffles that goes down to her knees, and a choker with a rose on it. She also wears thigh-high socks. She is always seen with a smile and both her blue eyes have white crosses in them.
Personality
In the past, Jeanne appeared to be very tactful and religious. Before receiving ecstasy, Jeanne was a brave compassionate leader of the army. She is also playful and happy no matter what and, since her debut, has been seen smiling.
After ecstasy, Jeanne has no personality besides her undying loyalty to Michael and her apparent dislike of spilling human blood. She has stated herself that she does not care about devils.
Plot
Manga
Jeanne is mentioned by Dantalian to taunt Gilles. She appears in Pillar 30 and Pillar 32 fighting demons in Paris, domain of Michael. She also appears in Pillar 34, in Gilles' flashback. It shows Gilles as witness to Michael administering ecstacy to Jeanne, turning her into a smiling yet blank-faced 'doll'.
Anime
Jeanne is mentioned in episode 1, during the battle between Gilles and Dantalion. Jeanne formally appears in episode 9, leading the attack on Hell. She leaves in the beginning of episode 10, so her body will not decay.
Isaac's Undercover Section
“Jeanne d'Arc
Also known as: The Maid of Orléans.
She received revelation from the Archangel Michael and liberated Orléans from the English army in the Hundred Years’ War. A hero that saved France.
Mainly carried a banner and inspired to raise the soldiers’ morale. Comrade withGilles de Rais who she fought along with. However, she was captured by the Burgundy army, and sold to the English army for 10,000 livres tournois. Due to various of political expectation, she was abandoned by her own king. Jeanne was subjected to the Inquisition and burned at the stake as a heretic.
Isaac: How did you see through disguised crown prince? You really did receive relavation from God?
Jeanne: That’s absurd.
Note: There is a legend that during the audience she saw through crown prince Charles with a glance, who were disguised as his aide.
Jeanne: When someone is that self-satisfied, you’re going to notice whether you want to or not.
Charles: Do they know I’m the crown prince? Probably not. Ooh, my aura is distinguished?. Aren’t I’m great. Surely I can do no better?”[2]
Trivia
- Due to her strength and skills, she is slated to became an archangel on Michael's nomination.
- It is unknown if Jeanne is loyal only to Michael, or Heaven in general.
- In episode 9 of the anime, Jeanne states that her body will decay if she stays in Hell. Whether this is true or not is still in question. Though it could just be Jeanne's firm belief makes her think this way.
Quotes
- "It annoys me to help England, but Michael-sama ordered me to, so I have no choice. Saint Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle, and be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil! Here I go!"[3]
- "That's the power of virginity. Would you like another taste?"
References
Amon and Mamon • Baphomet • Eligos • Gilles de Rais • Gilgamesh • John Dee • Lamia • Leonard Belphegor • Empusa • Lamashtu • Leviathan • Lucifel Rofocale • Pluto • Astaroth the Second • Behemoth | |
Adrian Swallow • Barton Twining • Bianca Clifford • Elliot Eden • Mary • William Wynn Westcott Arthur Christian • Cassandra • Ernest Crosby • Tamar • Elizabeth Dale | |