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Lobov walks away from a Garrison commander's post to enlist as a common Survey Corps recruit once the truth of the outside world goes public. He volunteers to guard the airship's retreat over Liberio, a final act of duty that ends with a bullet from Gabi Braun.

English Voice: Jim Foronda
Japanese Voice: Daichi Endou
Height: 170 cm
Birthday: August 11
Status: Deceased
Species: Human
First Appearance (Manga): Chapter 12: Icon
Allegiances: Survey Corps, Garrison
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Appearance

A heavyset frame of average height, topped with short dark hair left longer in front and swept to one side, gives Lobov an unassuming presence. His Garrison years show him in that branch's standard dress; over Liberio he wears the raid's black uniform and anti-personnel maneuvering gear.

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Personality

Duty sits at the center of Lobov's character, sometimes to a severe degree. Overhearing a trainee muttering about deserting during the fight for Trost, he is appalled enough to draw his blades and threaten an execution on the spot. His later choices show the same conviction turned outward: he stakes his life on covering the airship's escape, and he pointedly brushes off any mention of his old rank, wanting nothing more to do with the Garrison or its overpaid leadership. The transfer, in his own eyes, made him a new man.

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History

During the defense of Trost District, Lobov confronts the trainee Daz over his talk of fleeing the battlefield, and only Dot Pixis's announcement of the plan to reseal the Wall breaks up the standoff. Years later, once the contents of Eren Yeager's basement become public knowledge, Lobov decides the Garrison has lost its reason to exist and trades his commander's position for a fresh start as a Survey Corps recruit.

He fights in the assault on Liberio, and during the withdrawal stations himself outside the airship to confirm that every soldier makes it back aboard. While patrolling he spots two children pursuing the airship from below; before any response is possible, Gabi Braun's shot takes him through the face, killing him instantly.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Lobov in Attack on Titan?

Lobov is a former Garrison commander who resigns his post to join the Survey Corps as a lowly recruit once the truth about the world beyond the Walls becomes public.

How does Lobov die?

Lobov dies during the withdrawal from the raid on Liberio when Gabi Braun shoots him through the face while he stands guard outside the retreating airship.

Why does Lobov leave the Garrison for the Survey Corps?

Lobov decides the Garrison has lost its reason to exist once Eren Yeager's basement revelations become public, so he trades his commander's position for a fresh start as a Survey Corps recruit.

What role does Lobov play during the assault on Liberio?

During the raid on Liberio, Lobov fights with the Survey Corps and then stations himself outside the retreating airship to confirm that every soldier makes it back aboard.

What is Lobov like as a soldier?

Lobov is defined by strict devotion to duty, once drawing his blades to threaten an execution after overhearing a trainee talk of deserting during the defense of Trost District.

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