Astro Boy (Atom)
Occupation:Hero/Student
Debut:Astro Boy manga (1952)
Affiliation:Ministry of Science
Race/Role:Hero
Gender/Age:Male, Appears ~10
A child robot created with a human heart and strong moral compass; defends humanity while exploring ethics and technology.
Personality
CompassioteBraveCuriousResponsible
Abilities
FlightSuper Strength
Notable Items
Arm cannonsJet boots
Wisdom:
"Compassion is stronger than force."+1 more
Battle Cry:
"Let’s go!"+1 more
"A robot with a human heart must choose kindness."
HeroRobotProtagonistClassic
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Dr. Tenma
Occupation:Scientist/Engineer
Debut:Astro Boy manga (1952)
Affiliation:Ministry of Science
Race/Role:Scientist
Gender/Age:Male
Brilliant yet conflicted scientist who creates Atom; his grief-driven decisions set pivotal events in motion.
Personality
BrilliantObsessiveConflicted
Abilities
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Notable Items
Laboratory systemsControl instruments
Wisdom:
"Genius without compassion leads to ruin."
"A robot cannot replace a human child."
ScientistCreatorComplexAntagonist
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