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Apphia Yu

Voice Actor

Apphia Yu, also credited as Ayu Sakata, is a voice actress and voice director from the United States who founded the visual novel studio sakevisual; in Attack on Titan: The Final Season she voices Founder Ymir.

Role: Voice Actor
Nationality: American
Years Active: 2009-present
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Attack on Titan Role

In Attack on Titan: The Final Season, Apphia Yu voices Founder Ymir, the enslaved woman from two thousand years before the story's present whose bond with the first King of Eldia is the origin of all Titan power. The character's flashback-driven arc is one of the series' most pivotal pieces of lore, explaining the mythological roots of the Titans themselves. It's a small but consequential part in the franchise's overarching mythology.

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Career and Notable Roles

Also credited under the name Ayu Sakata, Yu founded sakevisual, a Dallas-based studio that makes original visual novel titles, among them Loren The Amazon Princess and the Tales of Aravorn series. She has voiced additional roles in anime including Assassination Classroom, and works as a voice director in addition to acting. She is married to fellow voice actor Micah Solusod.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Apphia Yu known for?

Apphia Yu is known for founding sakevisual, a Dallas-based studio behind original visual novel titles such as Loren The Amazon Princess and the Tales of Aravorn series. She also voices Founder Ymir in Attack on Titan: The Final Season.

Who does Apphia Yu voice?

In Attack on Titan: The Final Season, Apphia Yu voices Founder Ymir, the enslaved woman from two thousand years before the story's present whose bond with the first King of Eldia is the origin of all Titan power. She has also voiced additional roles in anime including Assassination Classroom.

What other name is Apphia Yu credited under?

Apphia Yu is also credited as Ayu Sakata. Both names appear across her voice acting and studio work.

Is Apphia Yu married to another voice actor?

Yes, Apphia Yu is married to fellow voice actor Micah Solusod. Both work within the anime voice acting industry.

When did Apphia Yu start her voice acting career?

Apphia Yu has been active in voice acting since 2009. She also works as a voice director in addition to acting.

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This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Anime based on the Attack on Titan anime series, manga, and official materials. Attack on Titan was created by Hajime Isayama, published by Kodansha, and animated by MAPPA and Wit Studio. All rights to Attack on Titan and its characters belong to their respective owners. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.

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