Albert de Morcerf



Albert de Morcerf is the main protagonist of Gankutsuou: The Count of Monte Cristo.

Role in the Story
Albert is first seen partying with Franz on Luna during Carnival. While he is partying, Peppo tosses a flower over to Albert, who is delighted by this sign of possible affection toward him. Later that night, he and Franz visit the local opera house, where Albert first sees the Count of Monte Cristo as he throws down a bouquet of flowers to the singer on stage.

Appearance
Albert has tan skin and a mole under his left eye. He also has very dark brown hair like his mother. Height-wise, he is about the same height as his friend Franz.

Personality
Albert de Morcerf is notoriously naive, constantly believing that the Count is a good man until enough evidence begins to pile up. Albert de Morcerf is willing to put his life on the line for the sake of protecting his friends. Occasionally, he has been shown to be rather tough to deal with, such as whenever Franz d'Epinay tried to tell Albert how dangerous the Count was. His persistence is also worth mentioning, as it has managed to get him in and out of trouble throughout the series.

Skills
Albert is quite skilled at fencing, as shown when he fights his friend Maximillien Morell, who he loses to despite putting up a marvelous fight.

Trivia

 * Originally, Albert de Morcerf was a minor character in the original Count of Monte Cristo, which starred the Count himself. However, the anime stars Albert, and the Count takes on a villainous role instead.