Rory Mercury

Rory Mercury boasts long, jet-black hair cut to her waist and striking red eyes.

Her lips turn from pink to dark crimson when she is prepared for battle.

She wears a gothic-inspired priestess outfit in black, resembling a gothic lolita style, complete with frills and sometimes a miniskirt adaptation.

Her weapon of choice is an enormous halberd, so heavy that it takes several adult men to lift—yet she wields it effortlessly.

She has an ageless, immortal body; her physical development remains frozen at adolescence.

Rory speaks with a playful, syrupy tone, often mistaken for a child by outsiders.

She is extremely dedicated to her duties and beliefs, showing loyalty to her god and her mission.

While her values differ from humans, she shows great care for her allies and can be emotionally sensitive.

She feels genuine affection and curiosity toward Yōji Itami, sometimes flirting or trying to seduce him.

Despite her immortality and power, she has her weaknesses, such as fear of cockroach-like monsters and discomfort toward obsessive admirers.

She is repulsed by Hardy’s relentless attention, developing an aversion to anything related to caves and the underground as a result.

Rory Mercury began life as the fifth daughter in a noble family from the lost Kingdom of Eden, one of twelve siblings.

Her family sent her to train at the Emroy Temple as a novice priestess, both as a tradition and to reduce their household numbers.

During her training, she received a vague revelation from Emroy: “You’re the one I choose,” marking her ascension to demi-godhood.

Shortly afterward, corrupt senior clergy at the Emroy Temple attacked and dismembered her, rendering her powerless.

Her close friend Megl retrieved her body and helped her punish the corrupt priests—a turning point that earned Rory her infamous nicknames as “Death God” and “War God.”

Rory left the temple, wandering the land, and she is revered and feared by those who know her legend.

Rory is immortal and possesses extraordinary physical strength, agility, and speed, far beyond human capabilities.

She can regenerate instantly from any physical injury, whether shot, dismembered, burned, or eaten alive.

Pain and fatigue still affect her, so while her body heals, she can be exhausted or weakened by battle.

She excels at fighting with her massive halberd and is a master of the Emroy faith's combat art.

Her immortality means poison and toxins cannot kill her, although she feels their effects until her body purges them.

When she makes someone her “familiar,” such as Yōji Itami, she links their injuries to herself, absorbing their harm.

Despite her unkillability, destroyed limbs need to be physically reattached, as new ones do not grow unless the originals are lost.

Rory holds great affection for Yōji Itami, sometimes expressing her feelings in overt, humorous ways.

She maintains strong bonds with other main characters—Tuka Luna Marceau, Lelei La Lalena, and Yao Ro Dushi—worrying about their emotional well-being and keeping good company.

She is particularly close to Megl, the friend who saved her during her temple ordeal.

Hardy, the goddess of the underworld, admires her obsessively, which deeply annoys Rory due to Hardy's persistence and amorous pursuits.

Rory is respected and sometimes feared by other priests, common folk, and those aware of her godly status.

Working with people from Japan, she shows appreciation for their manner of worship, preferring a humble shrine to grand temples.

Her official honorific is “Your Holiness,” and she is often called “Death God” and “War God” due to her intimidating role.

In Japan, Rory becomes a celebrity after one national broadcast featuring her, gaining hordes of fans.

She cannot have children due to her demi-god status, and she will ascend to full godhood in approximately 40 years.

She struggles with a curse cast by Zfhmut, preventing her from participating in marriage rituals, causing chaos in later stories.

Despite her resistance to strong liquor, she enjoys drinking but is not especially durable, often seen lamenting her weakness.

Her age reference may tie to the 961 series of high-speed trains, a nod to her enduring and legendary nature.

“Death is not the opposite of life, but its conclusion. Those who neglect life cannot die respectfully.”

“I wish…to become the god of love. Maybe.”

Early Life and Becoming a Demi-God

Rory Mercury starts as the daughter of Eden’s nobility, joining Emroy’s temple for training.

During training, she is selected spontaneously by Emroy to ascend as a demi-god, receiving a brief and cryptic message.

Betrayal and Rise

Shortly after her ascension, corrupt high priests violently dismember Rory, attempting to seal her power.

Megl, her priest friend, saves her, leading Rory to punish her attackers and earn her grim reputation.

Wandering and Reputation

Tormented by the fearful respect from both corrupt and honest clergy, Rory leaves the temple to roam the continent.

She builds a legendary reputation, feared by those engaged in evil and revered by devout followers.

Involvement with Japanese Forces

During the events of “Gate,” Rory encounters Yōji Itami and Japanese Self-Defense Forces.

She becomes an important companion, protecting friends and slaying those she deems deserving of judgment.

Her battle prowess astounds both local soldiers and foreign operatives, dispatching entire teams with glee.

Her unique immortality and fighting skill make her a cornerstone of the group, forming bonds with fellow adventurers.

Aftermath and Modern Times

After the war, Rory participates in building up the city of Alnus, establishing a shrine for Emroy.

She works with the city as a festival coordinator, balancing faith and community life.

Hardy’s curse on her marital prospects leads to comic misadventures, especially among her close circle.

Season 2 Developments

In later stories, Rory continues her divine mission by tracking and eliminating agents bringing advanced technology to her world prematurely.

She maintains her sharp wit, fierce loyalty, and light-hearted approach despite her godly burdens.

Rory’s halberd was crafted by a demi-god of smithing, making it even heavier and formidable than those used by other priests.

Her gothic priestess attire is official Emroy temple regalia, meant for ceremonies and combat alike.

Her preferences, quirks, and abilities make her both impressive and approachable, blending terrifying strength with adorable eccentricities.

Her status as a demi-god ensures she is neither fully human nor fully divine—caught somewhere between mortal passions and immortal responsibility.