Keel

This article is based on the Light Novel (not the Web Novel)
This page may contain spoilers for the manga and anime up to Volume 22.

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Keel
Kanji/Kana	キール
Rōmaji	Kīru
Character Traits
Race	Wanui
Gender	Female
Age	10 (Initial) 15 (Post-Level)
Hair Color	Black and White
Eye Color	Blue
Social Traits
Occupation	Slave Naofumi Idol (formerly)
Country & Dwelling	Melromarc, Lurolona Village
Status	Alive
Equipment and Mechanics
Lv.	40+
Last Recorded	Volume 11
Relationships
Family	Unknown (father, †) Unknown (mother, †)
Legendary Hero(es)	Shield Hero Spear Hero Sword Hero Bow Hero Projectile Hero Gauntlet Hero Katana Hero Sewing Set Hero
Media
Anime	Season 1, Episode 15
Manga	Volume 1, Chapter 4.5 (first debut) Volume 6, Chapter 22 (main debut)
Light Novel	Volume 1, Extra Chapter 2 (first debut) Volume 4, Chapter 2 (main debut)
Portrayal
Japanese Voice	Natsumi Fujiwara
English Voice	Kimlinh Tran

Keel (キール, Kīru^?) is a resident of Raphtalia's home village and her childhood friend. She became Naofumi's slave in hopes of getting stronger and rebuilding the village.

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Why did Keel become Naofumi's slave?

Keel initially displayed hostility towards Naofumi but chose to become his slave after recognizing his kind treatment and the opportunity to become stronger. Despite discovering Keel's true gender, Naofumi's relationship with her remained unaffected. Keel was purchased from the Slave Merchant by Naofumi and Motoyasu for 50 silvers. Upon learning that Naofumi was the shield hero, Keel's trust in him solidified.

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How did Keel's gender confusion impact her relationship with Naofumi?

Despite Keel's gender confusion, her relationship with Naofumi remained unaffected. Keel, who initially identified as male, was revealed to be a girl in chapter 137. This caused some confusion for Keel, but it didn't change her relationship with Naofumi. Initially hostile due to her past as a slave, Keel warmed up to Naofumi, recognizing his kindness and potential for strength. She eventually represented the villager slaves to Naofumi.

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What is Keel's connection to Raphtalia?

Keel and Raphtalia share a bond as childhood friends from the same village, which was destroyed by the Wave. They were both enslaved due to their demi-human status. Keel, the first villager of Lurolona Village rescued by Naofumi, managed the peddling operation to raise funds for the village. Initially, Keel was concerned about Raphtalia's treatment under Naofumi, but after her rescue, she pledged to strengthen herself to safeguard Raphtalia.

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What role does Keel play in the rebuilding of Raphtalia's home village?

In the reconstruction of Raphtalia's home, Lurolona Village, Keel serves as the initial villager and representative for the villager slaves. Keel oversees a peddling operation to raise funds for the village, and manages the BioPlant fruit, a vital food source. Keel's old house, despite its ruinous state, is preserved and promised by Raphtalia to be converted into a communal home.

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Appearance

She is shown to be a young boy around the age of 10 with dog-like features, later revealed to be a girl. Her tomboyish appearance fooled everyone, including Naofumi, who accepted her as his slave under the impression that she was male. When Tact asked his harem not to hurt women, every other woman in the Holy Hero side remained unharmed, with the exception of Keel.

Human

She is initially described as a young man around the age of 10 with dog-like features. However, as she levels and her appearance ages as well as her being, she is verified to be female, making her out to be a tomboy who could easily pass as a pretty boy.

Dog Form

Her dog form takes the appearance of a loincloth-clad puppy (specifically, a Siberian Husky) who walks on two legs. This form is about two and a half feet tall on two legs and is completely covered in fur.

Personality

Keel can be bratty and whiny when wanting food from Naofumi. Despite how she acts, she helps bring together the slaves as a leader of sorts.

Background

Throughout her life, Keel was raised as a boy. Her father treated Keel like his son, telling her that gender was a state of mind. She survived the first wave with Raphtalia, only to be captured by slave traders taking advantage of the devastation. She was eventually purchased by the corrupt Idol Rabier, only to be freed by Raphtalia when she returned with the Shield Hero, Naofumi Iwatani.

Trivia

• Keel originally wasn't intended to be an important character, however, the personality that was given to her overlapped with a male character that the author planned to make down the road, so Keel's sex was altered.
• Keel's favorite food is crepes.
• Keel loves food so much that Naofumi nicknames other food lovers with her name (ex. Keel II).