Muggles and Punch Clock Villains are often the "don't care" variety of True Neutral. Though Mortal Kombat considers him to be a good character, as I said above neutral characters can and will side with good against evil if the occasion calls for it. During that period in her life when she was beginning to throw off Palpatine's influence but hadn't yet embraced the ways of the Jedi Order. ", Due to never receiving instructions on anything from their state legislature, the New York delegates in, Luke Skywalker, as with many other young heroes in fictions, also starts as a, Anakin Skywalker. Gaz: But he's so bad at it. The Jade Green Giant sometimes transitions into this, as after all "he just wants to be left alone". Neutral evil characters have no such qualms about burning bridges if the reward is great enough. It goes on to explain that "Clearly, there are very few true neutral characters in the world". Probably in-between this and Neutral Good in the end. Martin himself has outright said that Tyrion is the most neutral character in the whole series. The neutral good character uses a variety of means to promote and further the cause of goodness, but true neutral characters are not interested in a selfless pursuit of beneficial results for others. True neutral characters believe that laws should be followed as long as the law benefits themselves. Joseph finds no base in his search as he mistakenly . In keeping with his being an animal character but besides that he is also noticeably more selfish than Aladdin. Prior to his Character Development Han Solo is a thoroughly self-interested smuggler who does not at all like the idea of getting involved in a conflict between the Rebellion and the Empire (and says as much to Leia) and only does get involved for the monetary reward. Ergo, he is either this or Chaotic Neutral. 7. If this happens, she'll be of the "Don't bother me and I won't bother you" variety. The true neutral character will use any means to benefit themselves, but will not follow this philosophy to its extreme conclusion through an unrestrained pursuit of self-interest. He will follow the law unless breaking it is in his best interest and he's reasonably sure that he will not be caught. Some true neutral characters do haenous things, but never without justification. This is the alignment of choice for Niko Bellic of. Silly humanoids think the story revolves around them. "I am not altogether on anybody's side, because nobody is altogether on my side". The alignments fall under nine different categories; lawful good, neutral good . Though Mortal Kombat considers him to be a good character, as I said above neutral characters can and will side with good against evil if the occasion calls for it. They might help or hurt other people incidentally, but that's never the primary goal. 7. Ebott. But it's not good either! If an ally is in need, the true neutral will aid him, out of genuine love or because he may be able to count on that ally a little more in the future. Abigail Whistler (Live-Action Marvel Universe), Ali (Gankutsuou: The Count of Monte Cristo), America Chavez (Marvel Cinematic Universe). His clone, who is barely interested in the rebellion anymore than he is in the Empire and is most concerned with finding Juno Eclipse and coming to better terms with who he is. The ideal government for this alignment is any social order that balances the needs of the state and the individual and allows beings to pursue their own interests as long as they do not violate the rights of others. Is not concerned with politics, most likely. Well she IS a baby after all, if not also a surprisingly and deceptively intelligent one. Another admittedly controversial call. But they do not set out to do good the way a good character does, nor do they set out to be cruel or callous the way an evil character does. Any form of justice that is fair and impartial is desirable. They're not particularly malevolent, but they ain't helping the Republic for any idealistic reasons either. Sometimes portrayed as this, being not at all interested in the affairs of Man's World and being totally content to just keep to themselves. They might talk a good game, but they just don't (or can't, or won't) commit to any cause for every long. THIS SHOULD BE WORKING NOW, REPORT ANY ISSUES TO. In fact, they may avoid philosophical considerations altogether. But then again, he also likes to be a cynical jerk. He just wants to get back home and will fight anyone who gets in his way regardless of their moral alignment. Hermits like Ibara Kasen are usually staying away from the mundane affairs. Is driven by a somewhat single-minded vendetta against the above character, and isn't interested in much else besides. The table top roleplaying game Dungeons & Dragons uses what is known as the moral alignment system which sorts characters into one of nine categories that address their feelings towards morality itself and the laws that govern our society. He may attack an unarmed foe if he feels it necessary. Kind of in-between this and Neutral Good. He will not kill, but may harm an innocent. Benson (Regular Show) Hulk (Marvel Cinematic Universe) Taffyta Muttonfudge. Between that and his animal-level or near-animal level intelligence and I'd say he fits this pretty well. Some True Neutral characters subscribe to neutrality or "balance" as an active philosophy, which taken far enough is a form of Blue and Orange Morality (and Stupid Neutral). True Neutral characters WILL pick a side if they are forced to, and usually side with good over evil (since the average person would rather have a good person looking after them than an evil one). However, the brutality of his kills certainly don't fall under any "Good" category I care to think of, he claims "I don't work for justice, and I'm certainly not its bitch", and he has a habit of doing things his own way when the situation calls for it, violence was the only way to keep her from being separated from Natsuki, As long as you do NOT double-cross him, of course. Breaking your word to a friend or ally, unless life is threatened. Outside of that he just wants to be left alone and save his dying wife's life. Huh? Mother Winter and Mother Summer are either Type 2 with hints of 6 and 9, or are merely so bound by, The Erlking is also considered to be of this alignment. The Oracle sells information to anyone who asks, to the best of his ability, whether it helps or hinders the OOTS. Also, to the untrained eye, Sasuke seems to change alliances as often as he changes his wardrobe (the two actually seem to be somewhat connected anyway, Curiously, the Hidden Mist Village as well seemed to had transitioned to this. (3) Pulver, David. A lot of fiction doesn't pick up on this. Bad idea, that. By the time Anakin runs into him again in Attack of the Clones he's become this. The final member of the power trio in Class 1-A, Shoto Todoroki is an extremely riveting character with a powerful Quirk to boot. Yoshimo, who initially comes across as just a 'screw alignments, I'm just in it for myself' type, but is in actual fact a baffling mishmash of contradictions that about average out at True Neutral. However, true neutral characters prefer to follow the law, because usually it is in their best interest to follow laws. A True Neutral character who follows the ideal of death similar to Raven Queen might not like to deal death but will recognize it as a part of the natural order. But outside of sometimes uniting with Earthrealm's main defenders against a common enemy Kenshi's main goal is neither altruistic nor malevolent: it is simply revenge against Shang Tsung for blinding him. She doesn't feel strongly one way or the other when it comes to good vs. evil or law vs. chaos. For the different types in which this alignment may manifest, check True Neutral/Analysis. Despite behaving in an extremely creepy manner at all times, he's only watching for the wellbeing of the universe, even though during the main plot that causes a huge amount of death and suffering. Well known true neutral characters from film or literature include: The Watchers (Marvel Comics), Horace Slughorn (Harry Potter), and Tom Bombadil (Lord of the Rings). Outside of that he prefers to keep to himself and be alone. Neutral Good characters are not actually "neutral". Much like Han Solo and Dash Rendar before him, Cade Skywalker pre-Character Development is a fairly self-centered and selfish individual, also being a bounty hunter. When he does fight, it's because of Froggy, curiosity, or for survival. True neutral characters are concerned with their own well-being and that of the group or organization which aids them. That said they are NOT completely ambivalent and uncaring. Above all of course is his sheer apathy to everything. Within this naturalistic ethos, humankind serves a role also, just as all other creatures do. As such his fitting this should surprise nobody. Ferb: Well, sometimes if you love somebody, you have to meet them halfway. In essence True Neutral characters are a more mild and innocent Neutral Evil in that they are chiefly self-interested, but not to a ruthless, cruel, or well, evil degree. Initially pretty submissive and subservient to first Darth Nihilus and then the player. Left the Strider program and chose retirement and seclusion. Their primary goal is the regulation of magic as a whole, to ensure that wizards do not abuse their power by breaking one of the Seven Laws of magic. I don't fault the humans for killing them mind you, but it's more a case of people vs. hostile wildlife than a true good vs. evil affair. Dragon (#163). The Eldar qualify for this alignment for many reasons. If you can help us with this wiki please sign up and help us! After abandoning Dooku and the Separatists and undergoing some Character Development into a still selfish but nowhere near as malevolent bounty hunter. The neutral evil character does not believe that one good turn deserves another, however. Chaotic neutral anime characters don't care about law and order - they'll either make their own rules and happily break them as necessary, or live without any kind of orderly system. to let it continue to grow until it is big enough to break out of the bottle on its own, "someone needs to feed the duckling while it grows", enforcing a peace by dispassionately saying "I go now to destroy your respective homeworlds. The neutral evil character will not behave altruistically for the benefit of others, only for the benefit of the self. As soon as the neutral evil character can benefit to a greater degree by betraying his benefactor, he will. start a war so terrible that would make both Earth and the space colonies give up war forever while giving up his own life in the process. I didn't care about their cause in the slightest. In spite of being a sentient, aware young man toward everything happening in the forces of Zeon, he could do very little to change the course for them. You have to admit, for all his being a "villain" Kronk is pretty nice and harmless all things considered. A "hell-fire and brimstone" lawful good priest is just as offensive as a neutral evil racial supremacist in their eyes. As such, he's a type 1. I wouldn't go as far as to say he starts out evil though, making him more this alignment. For the rest, they do not care. She very much dislikes the Alliance, and displays contempt for bureaucracy and authoritarian order, while at the same time respecting and enforcing Mal's brand of order on board the ship. (2), True neutral is typically the most misunderstood of all alignments. I don't fault the humans for killing them mind you, but it's more a case of people vs. hostile wildlife than a true good vs. evil affair. As all things in the cosmos are equally important and necessary, life is as valuable as death to the true neutral being, because life is inevitably followed by death. Usually settles into this. Between that and his animal-level or near-animal level intelligence and I'd say he fits this pretty well. In Batman Arkham City where he is frankly not really that bad a guy. That said they are NOT completely ambivalent and uncaring. Same as Rocket, at least again, before Character Development sets in. In this character's view, one's time will come when it is supposed to come, and no sooner or later. Pages that don't do this will be subject to deletion, with or without explanation. The movie version played by Emma Stone on the other hand, is much more heroic, because she actively helps Spider-Man. Usually settles into this. They are twin girls and the youngest children of Isshin and Masaki, and they have nothing to do with Soul Reapers, hollows, plots, or anything else. When dealing with the examples of specific characters, remember that assigning an alignment to a character who doesn't come with one is pretty subjective. Source of the page quote, though having said that he ultimately makes the transition to Neutral Good after seeing what Saruman has done and finally deciding to take action. Like C-3PO and Strider Hiryu above, he's in-between this and Good and like his friend Han ultimately starts to inch more into Chaotic Good territory. traveling with the good people and being courted by and eventually. She seems to be this, given how she often comes off as lacking a terribly distinct personality and being more of a "go with the flow" kind of person. True Neutral characters can seem somewhat selfish, but they can also seem rather happy-go-lucky in comparison to more responsible characters. movies, anime While he certainly has his heroic moments by and large C-3PO is very neurotic and not at all interested in involving himself in dangerous and chaotic conflicts. His being a werewolf is cool though. In contrast a neutral good character would view it as a noble and worthwhile goal. Like any True Neutral character, he adheres to his own ideals . Warcraft III: For much of the game, Tyrande Whisperwind is a single-minded Lawful Neutral Action Girl. TSR:1978. A.O. The true neutral character understands that more benefit for the self can be garnered by behaving altruistically sometimes, especially when they have been the beneficiaries of the altruistic behavior of others. A lot of people consider Galactus to be this, arguing that he's just doing what he needs to do to survive and is thus no more evil than a predator in the jungle. In Injustice Gods Among Us, where he doesn't care who his opponent is and has no stake in the Regime/Insurgency conflict. But that's not because he changed, he still has the same goal, it's just that in the new universe the most straightforward way of achieving it looks friendlier. Susan and Harry burst into his castle-cave. They do not wish ill on those they do not know, but they also do not care when they hear of evil befalling them. They advocate the middle way of neutrality as the best, most balanced road in the long run. While he can at times be genuinely cruel, he has also had moments of decency and kindness and by and large just wants to be left alone and have Spongebob and Patrick not bother him. You shall aid those who aid you and harm those who harm you. He just as easily makes friends with the, Goblins, who regard the main conflict in the series as "a wizard's war" and therefore not concerning them. If the king had hired me, I'd have happily killed the rebels! Vote up the best examples of chaotic neutral characters. Neutral is the best alignment you can be because it means you act naturally, without prejudice or compulsion. Often, neutral characters can be the least-limited. He's explicitly stated as not being evil, but as the embodiment of the ideal of the hunt, while he's after prey the Erlking is merciless and vicious. For these reasons, being nature's mediators, true neutral characters should be diplomatic and tactful, but they may also come across as being strange and enigmatic until one gets to know them and their "world view" better. He will never betray a family member, comrade, or friend unless the situation is dire. Advanced Dungeons and Dragons Dungeon Master's Guide. Sure he saves the world and genuinely cares about the Brigade members, Yuki the most. Published Apr 22, 2020. After abandoning Dooku and the Separatists and undergoing some Character Development into a still selfish but nowhere near as malevolent bounty hunter. On the other hand, they may well be on one side or the other, at least nominally. Kepachi is a warrior who lives for the thrill of battle. trying to stop you though, as the Pfhor completely ignore his offers of assistance. Obviously this doesn't stick and Han eventually makes the transition to Chaotic Good. True Neutral characters are those who prefer to just "stay out of it". Alternatively keeping cosmos in balance via creating something). Specifically the Blood Axe clan, who not only learned human-style tactics such as retreating and camouflage, but also do mercenary work as well. But they do not set out to do good the way a good character does, nor do they set out to be cruel or callous the way an evil character does. Such a "deviation" will be temporary, until the true neutral being recognizes and modifies his actions in accordance with the new balance. Sasuke might lean more towards the side of good now, but entirely as a character, he's always been neutral. They could also embrace skepticism or suspend judgment on philosophical issues. They're not evil, since they are pretty much only focusing on their own survival in the galaxy. With the exception of Gamora, all of the members of the team start out as this in the movie before Character Development sets in. In essence True Neutral characters are a more mild and innocent Neutral Evil in that they are chiefly self-interested, but not to a ruthless, cruel, or well, evil degree. You shall help the needy if such action aids yourself. Ethical neutrals feel that they take a practical approach to matters involving rules and regulations. They do not necessarily strive for philosophical balance. In Batman Arkham City where he is frankly not really that bad a guy. After getting Nora back for Mr. Lawful neutral and true neutral characters are similar in their morality. But the version of him in the Spectacular Spider-Man cartoon I see as being more this due to just being so mellow and disinclined to make himself the center of attention. One common misconception is thinking that true neutral characters seek a balance by deliberately following a certain alignment one day and an entirely different alignment the next. True neutral characters will not extend the olive branch in such situations and may take advantage of their enemy's weakness to protect themselves from further machinations. For me, I feel that a big part of his character arc is the journey from this alignment to Neutral Good. Definitely a bit of a jerk in that Paladin is clearly self-interested and goes where the money goes. A true neutral character may use poison as long as there is an overwhelming need. -M-NUva. Their internal politics are definitely Lawful, especially the craftworld Alaitoc. Seems like more of a "go with the flow" type character. Oliver May of MS Igloo is probably an example, too. (2) Renaud, J.R. "Making law out of chaos." But outside of that he is chiefly out for his own and is very resistant to joining either the Rebellion or Darth Vader. Centaurs as well, who are only concerned with predicting the future and refuse to go against what has been foretold, although one centaur, Firenze, says, In the case of goblins and centaurs though, their perceived neutrality on wizarding matters is really more a case of. You shall not promote an extreme viewpoint. Ryuk, and apparently the Shinigami in general. In fact, since most humans are true neutral, it is the alignment of the majority of people encountered in day-to-day situations. She once listened to a man explain to her how he killed a woman's family and then decided to become. While most see them as villains and they can definitely qualify as such it should be remembered that the Xenomorphs are really just animals who are trying to keep their species alive, which just so happens to require killing people. Not to mention that Lizardman is shown to be just as willing to fight evil characters as he is good ones in the pursuit of his goal, and even defeats Nightmare at the end of his story mode. He certainly doesn't have any particularly strong moral convictions. As is stated in the series, his purpose is to discourage the humans to try to enter the domains of God. Like the Kaminoans they are a primarily self-interested and largely loyal-less species that are not all that good or evil. They are a primarily self-interested and largely loyal-less species that are not all that good or evil, instead being most concerned with turning a profit for themselves. (3), A true neutral character will keep his word if in his best interest. These girls are happiest when living peaceful and sensible lives, and getting . Equivalent alignment in other game systems: Neutral (Warhammer), Apathetic, Worldly, and Conformist (Alternity). Same as Rocket, at least again, before Character Development sets in. Chaotic neutral and true neutral characters have a similar moral outlook. Neutral good characters, on the other hand, will behave altruistically even when dealing with others who are not friends or relatives, and may even forgive enemies that have done them grievous harm in the past (provided their enemy has truly mended his ways). God (Since God being Neutral in many stories and being above good and evil. Shirou's response was basically, "Screw them. It's only as the game progresses that he begins to transition more to Neutral Good and then to Chaotic Neutral. A wandering lycanthrope with not as much to his character as some of the other party members in the series. An individual who is completely apathetic and ambivalent to the greater world and only gets involved because his girlfriend asked him to. Neutral good characters follow the Golden Rule. Outside of that he just wants to be left alone and save his dying wife's life. The true neutral character would be willing to sacrifice his goals for others whereas Neutral Evil would view that as an unreasonable expectation. Each thing exists as a part of the whole, one as a check or balance to the other, with life necessary for death, happiness for suffering, good for evil, order for chaos, and vice versa. While he certainly has his heroic moments by and large C-3PO is very neurotic and not at all interested in involving himself in dangerous and chaotic conflicts. It's only as the game progresses that he begins to transition more to Neutral Good and then to Chaotic Neutral. I personally don't come from that school of thought, but it's an argument I can sympathize with at least, so I'll ultimately judge Galactus to be in-between this and Neutral Evil. Really, the Hulk's been several different alignments over the years. He will help those in need if it is in his best interest and works well alone or in a group. Or were you just born with a heart full of neutrality? Hence, the motives of a highly philosophical true neutral character are perhaps the most difficult for any other alignment to fathom, for such a true neutral being will usually act first to preserve the balance, second if he deems it his business, and third if it is in his own best interests. Sergei, one of the corrections officers on Carnate, has decided to spend what will probably be the last hours of his life as happy and stoned as possible. His actions may seem cruel or random, as he can be kind and helpful and then vindictive the next moment, or worse, acts in a manner that he considers kind but is horrifically amoral from the point of view of a human. Really he'd much rather prefer to just be simulating etiquette. Characters of this alignment fit neither end of the Law-Chaos axis, hence "Neutral", but they land at the morally worse end of the other, Good-Evil axis. You shall advance yourself without harming others. Yes, he tries to kill Batmanafter Bats provokes and all but threatens him. A true neutral government rarely influences the community. 2023 GIANT BOMB, A FANDOM COMPANY. 4. The Guild of the Faceless Men's philosophy seems close enough of True Neutrality. And then we have Kyon of course. Both of these types will tend to return the treatment they receive from others. A True Neutral is somebody whose first solution to any dilemma is 'what would a bear do?'. They may behave in a good manner to those that they consider friends and allies, but will only act maliciously against those who have tried to injure them in some way. Their difference involves their outlook on laws and society. Believes people deserve the treatment they are willing to endure. "Rick Blaine, Casablanca. In essence True Neutral characters are a more mild and innocent Neutral Evil in that they are chiefly self-interested, but not to a ruthless, cruel, or well, evil degree.