Sun Tzu and Anime: Suppose a Kid from the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town Character Analysis: Part II
Autumn is here, so let's celebrate with more of Sun Tzu's genius rating anime legends.
As a quick refresher, here's how the rating system works. Sun Tzu cited Five Essential Factors to be Mastered for Victory: Morality, Weather, Terrain, Good Leadership, and Preparation. All under consideration can receive 0-10 points in each category. However, he also cited Five Fatal Failings of Leadership: Recklessness, Cowardice, A Hasty Temper (Anger for simplicity), Delicacy of Honor (DOH), and Caring Too Much About the Troops (Over-caring). All under consideration can lose 0-10 points in each category. At the end, the scores are tallied, and the results reveal how effective a character is in Sun Tzu's eyes, with the best aiming for 40 or better.
This time, we're returning to famed comedy Suppose a Kid from the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town? for a unique assortment: its first season's primary supporting cast. As always, to keep things fair, we'll analyze them in the order they were formally introduced, plus keep things confined to the first season to prevent spoilers.
Character Analysis: Choline
Suppose a Kid from the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town?: Choline
Suppose a Kid from the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town?: Choline
Victory Factors
Factor
Score
Reasoning
Morality
5
She's got a good heart, but is extremely caustic, especially toward Rol, who she once called an "absolute snake of a woman."
Weather
10
Thanks to her training, magic skill, and experience, this isn't an issue.
Terrain
7
She's capable and very observant, particularly when training the cadets, yet got caught off-guard by Lloyd during the initial magic trials, as well as in Kunlun.
Good Leadership
5
She's got good tactical sense, but tends to go rogue around Merthophan; she also isn't always clear, like when she proposed a healing magic boot camp session…then hinted Allen was the target after his classmates surrounded him with a variety of weapons.
Preparation
5
She's well-versed in magic and runes, yet is never ready for Merthophan's odd comments, hence Chrome famously telling her, "You've got to learn to read the room sometime."
Total
32
Fatal Failings
Failing
Score
Reasoning
Recklessness
-10
Epic red flag. She constantly underestimates others, namely Lloyd and Rol, is extremely careless, and tends to impulsively lash out when she's angry or embarrassed, such as when she kicked Chrome in the groin for teasing her.
Cowardice
-5
She's a tad nervous around Merthophan, freaked out when seeing Lloyd train, and was very unnerved throughout her time in Kunlun, particularly during the dinner at Alka's house.
Anger
-10
Epic red flag. She's got an explosive temper, one that's on a hair trigger, with Merthophan being the most constant victim, although she also sometimes yells at the cadets.
Delicacy of Honor
-8
Serious red flag. She's proud and highly competitive, both of which she made clear in her declaration about winning the sorcery tournament: "We will kick our rivals' butts! That's an order!"
Over-caring
-8
Serious red flag. She's in love with Merthophan, and also very protective of the cadets.
Total
-41
Final Assessment
Score: -9 (Nightmare scenario)
Character Analysis: Merthophan
Suppose a Kid from the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town?: Merthophan
Suppose a Kid from the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town?: Merthophan
Victory Factors
Factor
Score
Reasoning
Morality
8
He's a wonderful person, as well as very protective of those closest to him, although he's a tad caustic toward Chrome. Admittedly, he did have an evil period, but that was because of Sou and Abaddon.
Weather
10
Due to his strength, training, and experience, this isn't an issue.
Terrain
6
He's quick and agile, but constantly caught off-guard, especially when Choline snaps over something he does.
Good Leadership
5
He had good instincts regarding Lloyd and is great at ambushes/deception, yet ultimately is more lone wolf than leader.
Preparation
7
He has a photographic memory, knows the city, and is a surprisingly good chef, but tends to wing combat.
Total
36
Fatal Failings
Failing
Score
Reasoning
Recklessness
-9
Major red flag. He perpetually underestimates Choline, is very careless, and tends to impulsively say weird things, like when he thought the latter's nervousness after reuniting with him in Kunlun was because she had to go to the bathroom…then encouraged her to go in the fields so he could get fresh fertilizer.
Cowardice
-3
He's pretty indecisive initially, and freaked out when he first went to Kunlun, yet made a nice comeback toward the end, hence the lower rating.
Anger
-7
Slight red flag. He's got a slow-burn temper, but can snap with shocking speed, such as when he exploded on Allen over the latter's trying to turn down a duel with Lloyd.
Delicacy of Honor
-6
He's very proud, something he first showed at Chrome's cafeteria when (after trying Lloyd's cooking) he said, "What's going on, Chrome? Your food's never been this edible!"
Over-caring
-7
Slight red flag. He deeply cared for his neighbors growing up, has a lot of respect for Lloyd, and loves Choline.
Total
-32
Final Assessment
Score: 4 (Nightmare scenario)
Character Analysis: Chrome Molybdenum
Suppose a Kid from the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town?: Chrome Molybdenum
Suppose a Kid from the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town?: Chrome Molybdenum
Victory Factors
Factor
Score
Reasoning
Morality
7
He's a tad gruff, but is ultimately a wonderful person and loyal friend.
Weather
10
Due to his strength, awareness, and experience, this isn't an issue.
Terrain
7
He's very observant, yet sometimes gets caught off-guard, like when Merthophan got infested and mauled him in the palace.
Good Leadership
5
He handled the investigation of King Azami very well, but ultimately tends to vary between lone wolf and follower.
Preparation
5
He's well-trained and is a great tactician, given how he opened a cafeteria as cover for investigating Marie Azami and King Azami. However, he's a terrible cook and later forgot to warn Coba about Lloyd's power.
Total
34
Fatal Failings
Failing
Score
Reasoning
Recklessness
-8
Serious red flag. He often underestimates others, namely Maria, tends to impulsively misinterpret situations, and is extremely careless, most infamously when he offered the Holy Sword as a prize at the magical tournament.
Cowardice
-5
He panicked initially when he sensed Lloyd's strength, then freaked out when he sensed Kunlun's residents' power.
Anger
-5
He's got a temper, but only snapped once, and it took a lot to do so.
Delicacy of Honor
-3
He's a tad vain, yet not enough to worry.
Over-caring
-5
As Maria's former attendant, he's very loyal to her; he's also very protective of his comrades and Lloyd.
Total
-26
Final Assessment
Score: 8 (Nightmare scenario)
Character Analysis: King Azami
Suppose a Kid from the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town?: King Azami
Suppose a Kid from the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town?: King Azami
Victory Factors
Factor
Score
Reasoning
Morality
10
He's a wonderful person: generous and good-natured. Admittedly, he had a brief evil period, but that was because of Abaddon's influence.
Weather
5
He's okay, yet very flimsy due to his age and physicality.
Terrain
5
He knows the kingdom, but frequently gets caught off-guard and is often very clumsy.
Good Leadership
3
He can handle basic tasks, yet often alienates others with his goofiness; he also went completely rogue over Allen's supposedly "defeating" Vritra.
Preparation
4
He's okay with daily palace activities, but mostly wings everything else.
Total
27
Fatal Failings
Failing
Score
Reasoning
Recklessness
-10
Epic red flag. He perpetually underestimates others, is extremely careless, and has an insane impulsive streak, like when he acted like a rock star while greeting Lloyd and his friends prior to their searching for Vritra.
Cowardice
-2
He freezes a few times, but not enough to worry.
Anger
-2
He's got a slight temper, yet not enough to worry here either.
Delicacy of Honor
-7
Slight red flag. He's surprisingly cocky, hence his over-the-top display when he accepted Sou's suggestion about the exhibition.
Over-caring
-5
He cares for his subjects, and loves his daughter, Maria.
Total
-26
Final Assessment
Score: 1 (Nightmare scenario)
Character Analysis: Coba Lamin
Suppose a Kid from the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town?: Coba Lamin
Suppose a Kid from the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town?: Coba Lamin
Victory Factors
Factor
Score
Reasoning
Morality
8
He's a tad gruff, but is a great man, stalwart protector of his staff/guests, and loyal friend.
Weather
10
Due to his training, keen sense, and experience, this isn't an issue.
Terrain
5
He knows the surrounding area and has great instincts as a former captain of the royal guard, yet frequently gets caught off-guard throughout the hotel arc.
Good Leadership
4
He's a good administrator, but badly mishandled the treant investigation, as well as the resulting final battle.
Preparation
4
He's well trained and has good adaptive skills, yet wasn't the least bit ready for Lloyd's power or Lord Threonine's plan.
Total
31
Fatal Failings
Failing
Score
Reasoning
Recklessness
-8
Serious red flag. He badly underestimated Lord Threonine and Lloyd, and was extremely careless when investigating the attacks on his staff/guests, hence his falsely accusing the former of being a villain.
Cowardice
-4
He freaked out when Lloyd first appeared, and also froze when Allen got attacked in the bath, but those were exceptions.
Anger
-7
Slight red flag. He's a hothead, and easily triggered, usually by Kikyo, although he also inwardly snapped over Chrome's not warning him about Lloyd.
Delicacy of Honor
-3
He's a tad vain, yet not enough to worry here either.
Over-caring
-4
He's very protective of his staff/guests, and soon grows very fond of Lloyd.
Total
-26
Final Assessment
Score: 5 (Nightmare scenario)
Character Analysis: Kikyo
Suppose a Kid from the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town?: Kikyo
Suppose a Kid from the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town?: Kikyo
Victory Factors
Factor
Score
Reasoning
Morality
7
She's got a good heart and is a loyal ally, although she can be mischievous, like when she famously passed her sweeping duty to Lloyd.
Weather
10
Due to her training, skill, and strength, this isn't an issue.
Terrain
5
She's very agile, but isn't very observant and easily caught off-guard, such as when she gave Lloyd her speech about cleaning…and never saw him cleaning the entire space (including the walls) behind her.
Good Leadership
4
She's got good initiative and is very clever, yet ultimately is more lone wolf than leader.
Preparation
5
She's well-trained and has great improv skills, but mostly wings everything else.
Total
31
Fatal Failings
Failing
Score
Reasoning
Recklessness
-9
Major red flag. She constantly underestimates others, and carelessly misinterpreted Lloyd's strength, especially when she heard Lord Threonine's commentary about an escaped demon lord.
Cowardice
-4
She gets unnerved by Lloyd, but not enough to really worry.
Anger
-5
She's got a temper, yet only snapped once, and it took a lot to do so.
Delicacy of Honor
-7
Slight red flag. She's very cocky, something which badly cost her when she tried to ambush Lloyd in the foot bath, only to get blindsided by Selen.
Over-caring
-4
She truly wanted to save Lloyd, hence how far she went with Lord Threonine's herbal remedy.
Total
-29
Final Assessment
Score: 2 (Nightmare scenario)
Character Analysis: Vritra
Suppose a Kid from the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town?: Vritra
Suppose a Kid from the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town?: Vritra
Victory Factors
Factor
Score
Reasoning
Morality
8
He's really nice and surprisingly gentle with Lloyd, although he often gets caustic with Alka.
Weather
10
Due to his magic, strength, and experience, this isn't an issue.
Terrain
3
He was initially limited by his sheer size but, when he transitioned to Selen's belt, he lost most of his remaining mobility.
Good Leadership
4
He's assertive, yet mostly varies between lone wolf and follower.
Preparation
5
He's wise and powerful, but wasn't the least bit ready for Sou's ruthlessness.
Total
30
Fatal Failings
Failing
Score
Reasoning
Recklessness
-9
Major red flag. He perpetually underestimates foes, namely Alka, and is extremely careless, an issue that badly cost him when Eug trapped him in an egg.
Cowardice
0
He's very bold, so no worries here.
Anger
-8
Serious red flag. He's got an explosive temper, and is easily triggered, mostly by Alka, who he famously called a "senile sprat."
Delicacy of Honor
-6
He's pretty cocky at times, as well as very vain, something he showed when he yelled at Eug (over a sketch she'd made of a possible "new form" for him), "I'd look like a frog!"
Over-caring
-5
He's very protective of Kunlun, and later encouraged Selen to make him her familiar.
Total
-28
Final Assessment
Score: 2 (Nightmare scenario)
Character Analysis: Pyrid
Suppose a Kid from the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town?: Pyrid
Suppose a Kid from the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town?: Pyrid
Victory Factors
Factor
Score
Reasoning
Morality
10
He's a great man, loving guardian, and ardent protector of Kunlun.
Weather
10
Due to his training, strength, and experience, this isn't an issue.
Terrain
5
He's potent and very observant, but not very mobile due to his age.
Good Leadership
7
He's a wonderful teacher and provider for his fellow villagers, yet briefly went rogue when training Philo Quinone.
Preparation
5
He's a solid trainer, but tends to wing everything else.
Total
37
Fatal Failings
Failing
Score
Reasoning
Recklessness
-7
Slight red flag. He underestimated Phyllo, and his naivete about the outside world sometimes makes him careless, like when he let Riho Flavin try to carry the killer piranha.
Cowardice
0
He's very bold, so no worries here.
Anger
0
He doesn't get angry, so no worries here either.
Delicacy of Honor
-2
He's a tad cocky, yet not enough to worry.
Over-caring
-4
He's close to Lloyd and his fellow villagers, and is very fond of Phyllo.
Total
-13
Final Assessment
Score: 24 (Capable, yet moderately flawed)
Reviewing the Results
This group was a real mess: impressive combat skills/knowledge, most of which were undermined by anger, recklessness, and egotism. With so many issues, it's no surprise they have so much turmoil…but that all harkens back to what's been said all along: follow Sun Tzu, and you'll win; ignore him, and you'll lose.
Suppose a Kid from the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town Primary Supporting Cast: Victory Factors Analysis
Character
Morality
Weather
Terrain
Leadership
Preparation
Final Score
Choline
5
10
7
5
5
32
Merthophan
8
10
6
5
7
36
Chrome Molybdenum
7
10
7
5
5
34
King Azami
10
5
5
3
4
27
Coba Lamin
8
10
5
4
4
31
Kikyo
7
10
5
4
5
31
Vritra
8
10
3
4
5
30
Pyrid
10
10
5
7
5
37
Suppose a Kid from the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town Primary Supporting Cast: Fatal Failings Analysis
Character
Recklessness
Cowardice
Anger
DOH
Over-caring
Final Score
Choline
-10
-5
-10
-8
-8
-41
Merthophan
-9
-3
-7
-6
-7
-32
Chrome Molybdenum
-8
-5
-5
-3
-5
-26
King Azami
-10
-2
-2
-7
-5
-26
Coba Lamin
-8
-4
-7
-3
-4
-26
Kikyo
-9
-4
-5
-7
-4
-29
Vritra
-9
0
-8
-6
-5
-28
Pyrid
-7
0
0
-2
-4
-13
Suppose a Kid from the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town Primary Supporting Cast: Final Scores
Character
Final Score
Assessment
Choline
-9
Nightmare scenario
Merthophan
4
Nightmare scenario
Chrome Molybdenum
8
Nightmare scenario
King Azami
1
Nightmare scenario
Coba Lamin
5
Nightmare scenario
Kikyo
2
Nightmare scenario
Vritra
2
Nightmare scenario
Pyrid
24
Capable, yet moderately flawed
Read Part I, where Sun Tzu rated Lloyd Belladonna and the primary cast, to see how the protagonists compare to the primary supporting cast.
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Andrew's originally from Massachusetts, and has studied military history/tactics/strategy for almost 30 years. He has a BA in History (English minor) from UMASS Lowell and JD from Mass. School of Law. He can be found on Twitter (@AndrewNickers19) daily, analyzing characters via Sun Tzu.
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