Arunolt von Rosewald
CharacterArunolt von Rosewald belongs to the Rosewald family, the German offshoot of the aristocratic Tsukiyama line, and is the eldest sibling of Kanae and Nathanael. A protective older brother, he gives his own life so that his sister can survive a raid on their home.
Appearance
Arunolt is a handsome young man who takes after both his cousin Shuu Tsukiyama and his own siblings. He keeps his hair a touch longer than his brother Nathanael does.
Personality
Devotion to his sister defines him. He assumes the role of her protector without hesitation, ultimately laying down his life to keep her safe.
History
A decade before the main story, Matsuri Washuu leads a party of ghoul investigators in an assault on the Rosewald household. Their father remains behind to buy time while Arunolt escapes with his mother and siblings. After their mother is killed, Arunolt and his brother give their lives to shield Kanae, whom he had always known by her birth name, Karren. His surname, Rosewald, translates from German as forest of roses, and the von within it marks the family's noble standing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Rosewald in Tokyo Ghoul?
Arunolt von Rosewald is the eldest sibling in the German Rosewald family, a branch of the aristocratic Tsukiyama line, who dies protecting his younger sister Kanae during a CCG raid on their household.
How does Arunolt von Rosewald die?
A decade before the main story, Matsuri Washuu leads an assault on the Rosewald household; after their mother is killed, Arunolt and his brother Nathanael give their own lives to shield their sister Kanae.
Who are Arunolt von Rosewald's siblings?
Arunolt von Rosewald is the eldest sibling of Kanae von Rosewald and Nathanael von Rosewald.
What does Arunolt von Rosewald's surname mean?
Arunolt von Rosewald's surname, Rosewald, translates from German as forest of roses, and the von within it marks the family's noble standing.
How is Arunolt von Rosewald related to the Tsukiyama family?
Arunolt von Rosewald belongs to the Rosewald family, the German offshoot of the aristocratic Tsukiyama line, making him a maternal cousin of Shuu Tsukiyama.
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