Karren von Rosewald's father
CharacterThe head of the Rosewald family, the German branch of the Tsukiyama clan, this ghoul chose to die so that his wife and children could escape a CCG raid. His sacrifice left only his daughter Karren to carry the family name forward.
Appearance
He carried himself with a refined, old-fashioned handsomeness. Dark hair, a neatly kept moustache, a downward-turning nose, and polished features set him apart, and he seemed partial to dress shirts.
Personality
The record reveals little of his character beyond a fierce devotion to those he loved. By giving up his own life he bought his family their escape, and he cared deeply about seeing the Rosewald legacy endure.
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History
A decade before the main story, Matsuri Washuu and a force of ghoul investigators stormed the Rosewald home. He held the line and sent his wife and children ahead so that they might live. In the end only Karren remained to continue what he had begun, taking on a male identity to keep the bloodline alive. His loss weighed heavily on his only daughter for years, standing as a promise she felt bound to honor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tsukiyama a Rosewald?
The Rosewald family, headed by Karren von Rosewald's father, is the German branch of the Tsukiyama clan, connected to patriarch Tsukuru Tsukiyama, so Rosewald and Tsukiyama are branches of the same extended ghoul family.
Who is Karren von Rosewald's father?
Karren von Rosewald's father was the head of the Rosewald family, the German branch of the Tsukiyama clan, a refined ghoul known for his fierce devotion to his wife and children.
How did Karren von Rosewald's father die?
Karren von Rosewald's father died defending his home during a CCG raid led by Matsuri Washuu about a decade before the main story, holding the line so his wife and children could escape.
Why did Karren take on a male identity?
After her father's death left her as the last surviving Rosewald heir, Karren took on a male identity, becoming Kanae, to keep her family's bloodline and legacy alive as her father had wished.
Who were Karren von Rosewald's father's children?
Karren von Rosewald's father had three children, his daughter Karren and his sons Nathanael and Arunolt von Rosewald, all of whom he sent ahead to escape while he held off the CCG raid.
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