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'''{{PAGENAME}}''' is a supporting character in {{Link|Game|SMT4A}}. He is sent to Tokyo by Merkabah's orders and ends up tagging along with [[Nanashi]] in his journey through Tokyo.
'''{{PAGENAME}}''' is a supporting character in {{Link|Game|SMT4A}}. He is sent to Tokyo by Merkabah's orders and ends up joining [[Nanashi]] in his journey through Tokyo.


==Profile==
==Profile==
{{Sectionstub}}
{{Sectionstub}}
Gaston is the leader of the [[Crusaders]], having been handpicked by [[Merkabah]] due to his impressive talents. He prefers to do things on his own, believing his skill to be enough to deal with any problem in front of him. This complements his haughty attitude, as he never minces his words and is quick to chastise a person for their shortcomings. He also harbors a grudge against his older brother [[Navarre]], as his brother's discharge from being a Samurai brought shame upon their family name. Despite his condescending and insensitive disposition, he does conscientiously follow the Samurai Code, vowing to protect the people no matter what.
Gaston is the leader of the [[Crusaders]], having been handpicked by [[Merkabah]] due to his impressive talents. He prefers to do things on his own, believing his skill to be enough to deal with any problem in front of him. This complements his haughty attitude, as he never minces his words and is quick to chastise a person for their shortcomings. Despite his condescending and insensitive disposition, he does conscientiously follow the Samurai Code, vowing to protect the people no matter what. He also harbors a grudge against his older brother [[Navarre]], as his brother's discharge from being a Samurai brought shame upon their family name.
<!-- {should i mention the beef he gets into with hallelujah. thinking emoji. also im sure im missing at least one more sentence describing his personality but i forgot i'll edit it in when i remember} -->


He wears the typical beige samurai uniform undergarments and a gauntlet on his left arm. However, where his attire differs is what he wears over the uniform: a high collared tabard with a white jabot, distinguishing him as a member of the Crusaders. The tabard's design features one large cross surrounded by four interconnected smaller crosses, meant to represent God and the four archangels.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote='''Character File: ガストン''' 十字架マークは、神と四大天使を表しています。|translquote=|des=|chapter=|book=真・女神転生IV FINAL 公式設定資料集+神話世界への旅|author=|publisher=Ichijinsha|lang=Japanese|volume=|edition=1st|page=20|transl=|isbn=978-4758014953}}</ref> <!-- {describe physical appearance + Spear of Michael... does gaston have a mullet let me think about it} -->
<!--{fighting for my life trying to describe his haircut send help. "Gaston is a tall man, with a tuft of hair"} -->He wears the typical beige samurai uniform undergarments and a gauntlet on his left arm. However, where his attire differs is what he wears over the uniform: a high collared tabard with a white jabot, distinguishing him as a member of the Crusaders. The tabard's insignia features one large cross surrounded by four interconnected smaller crosses, meant to represent God and the four archangels.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote='''Character File: ガストン''' 十字架マークは、神と四大天使を表しています。|translquote=|des=|chapter=|book=真・女神転生IV FINAL 公式設定資料集+神話世界への旅|author=|publisher=Ichijinsha|lang=Japanese|volume=|edition=1st|page=20|transl=|isbn=978-4758014953}}</ref> He wields the Spear of Michael, a weapon bestowed upon him by Merkabah that is capable of changing shape according to the desire of the wielder.<ref>{{Cite Game|quote='''Spear of Michael''' Apparently, the shape of the spear changes according to the will of the wielder.|title=Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse|developer=|publisher=|platform=|version=|lang=|transl=}}</ref>
==Gameplay==
==Gameplay==
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Gaston specializes in physical attacks. However, he may steal the player's press turns at random, leaving the player unable to act if he does so. The amount of press turns he will steal is also random.
{{Tabs
|Spear of Michael|
{{SMT4A Partner Stats
|level=35
|race=Human
|hp=350
|light=Nul
|skills={{Skill|SMT4A|Spear of Michael|-}}
{{Skill|SMT4A|Michael's Strike|-}}
{{Skill|SMT4A|Michael's Syphon|38}}
{{Skill|SMT4A|Michael's Twin Strike|46}}
{{Skill|SMT4A|Michael's Pierce|58}}
}}
|Training Spear|
{{SMT4A Partner Stats
|level=?
|race=Human
|hp=?
|light=Nul
|skills={{Skill|SMT4A|Expert Spearplay|-}}
{{Skill|SMT4A|Spearman's Strike|-}}
{{Skill|SMT4A|Spearman's Syphon|38}}
{{Skill|SMT4A|Spearman's Twin Strike|46}}
{{Skill|SMT4A|Spearman's Pierce|58}}
{{Skill|SMT4A|Awakened Power (Gaston)|After Event}}
}}
|After Event|
{{SMT4A Partner Stats
|level=?
|race=Human
|hp=?
|light=Nul
|skills={{Skill|SMT4A|Gungnir|-}}
{{Skill|SMT4A|Gungnir Strike|-}}
{{Skill|SMT4A|Gungnir Syphon|-}}
{{Skill|SMT4A|Gungnir Twin Strike|-}}
{{Skill|SMT4A|Gungnir Pierce|58}}
{{Skill|SMT4A|Gungnir Sever|85}}
{{Skill|SMT4A|Awakened Power (Gaston)|-}}
}}
|Boss|
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{{SMT4A Boss Stats
|img=Gaston Gungnir Idle Attack
|name=Gaston
|level=81
|st=118
|dx=67
|ma=59
|ag=74
|lu=86
|race=Human
|alignment=Neutral
|hp=3082
|mp=579
|light=Nul
|bind=0
|charm=0
|daze=0
|mute=0
|panic=0
|poison=0
|sick=0
|sleep=0
|skills={{Skill|SMT4A|Gungnir}}
{{Skill|SMT4A|Awakened Power (Gaston)}}
}}}}</onlyinclude>
}}
==Game Appearances==
==Game Appearances==
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==={{link|game|smt4a}}===
===''Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse''===
Gaston first meets [[Nanashi]] and his party when they are tasked with escorting the [[Crusaders]] to [[Kasumigaseki]]. He immediately reprimands the group for their tardiness then declares that the Crusaders will slay [[Shesha]] and take back [[Flynn]] to be judged by [[Merkabah]]. He also demands to be referred to as "Sir" Gaston and scolds his fellow Crusader for trying to speak over him. Then he goes on to make a boastful speech about his talents and showcases the Spear of Michael as proof of his magnificence. [[Hallelujah]] remarks on the similarities between Gaston's attitude and his brother's, causing the man to vehemently deny being related to [[Navarre]]. Not wanting to waste more time, Gaston commands Nanashi and his party to do their assigned task.
 
On the way, he can comment on the state of [[Tokyo]] and its residents, abhorring their habit of gathering relics and affirming their "unclean" status<ref>{{Cite Game|quote='''Gaston''' . . .Oh? So you know this sort of activity is one you ought to be ashamed of. . .Unclean Ones indeed--a fitting name. Perhaps our differences run deeper than dialect alone.|title=Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse|developer=|publisher=|platform=|version=|lang=|transl=}}</ref>. Once at Kasumigaseki, he tells the party to cower underground as he will lead the Crusaders to victory in slaying Shesha before heading underground himself.
 
Later, Gaston stops Nanashi and the party from immediately leaving to fight Shesha in [[Shibuya]]. The rest of the Crusaders are nowhere to be seen and Gaston does not deign to confirm whether they left him on their own volition or not. Instead, he invites the party to join him in slaying Shesha; in actuality, he is moreso demanding them to lead him to the serpent so he alone can kill Shesha. Nanashi and the party decide to take him with them as they need the extra firepower.


During the fight with Shesha, he proves the effectiveness of the Spear of Michael as he is able to damage the serpent. When Shesha is close to death, Gaston impales its head whilst gloating about his prowess, although this leaves his spear embedded in the serpent. Unfortunately, his attack was not enough to slay Shesha, leaving the finishing blow to Nanashi. Afterwards, Gaston begins an infuriated tirade at having his kill stolen. [[Asahi]] tries to interrupt his rant but he directs his fury at her instead, belittling her attachment to Nanashi. [[Nozomi_(Shin_Megami_Tensei_IV)|Nozomi]] steps in to prevent the argument from escalating and asks Gaston to try to be more cooperative; he instead rebukes her request, insisting that fighting alone is the expectation. At the same time, a notification arrives indicating another broadcast will take place, with Gaston following the party back to [[Kinshicho]] to prove himself as the true victor.
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==Other Appearances==
==Other Appearances==
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===''Brave Frontier''===
===''Brave Frontier''===
Gaston was a summonable light 7★ unit in ''Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse's'' collaboration with the mobile game [[wikipedia:Brave Frontier|Brave Frontier]]. He was featured on a limited time banner alongside Hallelujah and Toki. His Omni Evolution unit artwork portrays him wielding Gungnir.
Gaston was a summonable light 7★ unit in ''Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse's'' collaboration with the mobile game [[wikipedia:Brave Frontier|Brave Frontier]]. He was featured on a limited time banner alongside Hallelujah and Toki. His Omni Evolution unit artwork portrays him wielding Gungnir.
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* Gaston was only 9 years old when Navarre became a Samurai.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=ナバールが「真4」 で茫然自失になってから 「真4F」で 多 ナナシと出会うまでに東のミカド国では9年くらい経っていて、 もともとナバールが18歳のとき、ガストンは9歳でした。|translquote=|des=|chapter=|book=真・女神転生IV FINAL 公式設定資料集+神話世界への旅|author=|publisher=Ichijinsha|lang=Japanese|volume=|edition=1st|page=105|transl=|isbn=978-4758014953}}</ref><!-- (ok: my reasoning for why this is in trivia is because this fact is only mentioned in the artbook and is never brought up in-game. ever.) -->
* Gaston was only 9 years old when Navarre became a Samurai.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=ナバールが「真4」 で茫然自失になってから 「真4F」で 多 ナナシと出会うまでに東のミカド国では9年くらい経っていて、 もともとナバールが18歳のとき、ガストンは9歳でした。|translquote=|des=|chapter=|book=真・女神転生IV FINAL 公式設定資料集+神話世界への旅|author=|publisher=Ichijinsha|lang=Japanese|volume=|edition=1st|page=105|transl=|isbn=978-4758014953}}</ref><!-- (ok: my reasoning for why this is in trivia is because this fact is only mentioned in the artbook and is never brought up in-game. ever.) -->
==Nomenclature==
==Nomenclature==
Gaston's name is lifted from the 1985 film ''[[Wikipedia:Ladyhawke (film)|Ladyhawke]]'', specifically taken from the character Phillipe Gaston.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=(由来): ナバール、イザボーの名称元ネタになった映画『レディ・ホーク』より。 映画では、フィリップ・ガストンは、エチエンヌ・ナバールと共に、 悪の大司教を倒す。|translquote=|des=|chapter=真・女神転生IV FINAL が紡いだもの|book=Shin-Megamitensei Series 25th anniversary Memorial Book: Megaten Maniacs|author=|publisher=|lang=|volume=|edition=|page=170|transl=|isbn=}}</ref>
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Gaston is a supporting character in Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse. He is sent to Tokyo by Merkabah's orders and ends up joining Nanashi in his journey through Tokyo.

Profile

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Gaston is the leader of the Crusaders, having been handpicked by Merkabah due to his impressive talents. He prefers to do things on his own, believing his skill to be enough to deal with any problem in front of him. This complements his haughty attitude, as he never minces his words and is quick to chastise a person for their shortcomings. Despite his condescending and insensitive disposition, he does conscientiously follow the Samurai Code, vowing to protect the people no matter what. He also harbors a grudge against his older brother Navarre, as his brother's discharge from being a Samurai brought shame upon their family name.

He wears the typical beige samurai uniform undergarments and a gauntlet on his left arm. However, where his attire differs is what he wears over the uniform: a high collared tabard with a white jabot, distinguishing him as a member of the Crusaders. The tabard's insignia features one large cross surrounded by four interconnected smaller crosses, meant to represent God and the four archangels.[2] He wields the Spear of Michael, a weapon bestowed upon him by Merkabah that is capable of changing shape according to the desire of the wielder.[3]

Gameplay

Gaston specializes in physical attacks. However, he may steal the player's press turns at random, leaving the player unable to act if he does so. The amount of press turns he will steal is also random.

Spear of MichaelTraining SpearAfter EventBoss
Name Level HP Race
Gaston 35 350 Human
Resistances
NulNull
×1 ×1 ×1 ×1 ×1 ×1 ×1 ×1
Basic Attack Element Hit(s) Target Effect
Phys 1 Single enemy
Skills
Skill Cost Description Level
Spear of Michael 10 MP Medium physical damage to one foe. Innate
Michael's Strike 25 MP Medium physical damage to all foes. Innate
Michael's Syphon 17 MP Medium physical damage to one foe. Absorbs HP. 38
Michael's Twin Strike 20 MP 2 hits of weak physical damage to multiple foes. 46
Michael's Pierce 28 MP Medium physical damage and Dekaja to one foe. 58
Name Level HP Race
Gaston ? ? Human
Resistances
NulNull
×1 ×1 ×1 ×1 ×1 ×1 ×1 ×1
Basic Attack Element Hit(s) Target Effect
Phys 1 Single enemy
Skills
Skill Cost Description Level
Expert Spearplay 10 MP Weak physical damage to one foe. Innate
Spearman's Strike 25 MP Weak physical damage to all foes. Innate
Spearman's Syphon 17 MP Weak physical damage to one foe. Absorbs HP. 38
Spearman's Twin Strike 20 MP 2 hits of weak physical damage to multiple foes. 46
Spearman's Pierce 28 MP Weak physical damage and Dekaja to one foe. 58
Awakened Power Greatly strengthens physical attacks. After Event
Name Level HP Race
Gaston ? ? Human
Resistances
NulNull
×1 ×1 ×1 ×1 ×1 ×1 ×1 ×1
Basic Attack Element Hit(s) Target Effect
Phys 1 Single enemy
Skills
Skill Cost Description Level
Gungnir 22 MP Severe physical damage to one foe, pierces resistance. Innate
Gungnir Strike 38 MP Heavy physical damage to all foes, pierces resistance. Innate
Gungnir Syphon 24 MP Heavy physical damage to one foe. Pierces resistance, absorbs HP. Innate
Gungnir Twin Strike 32 MP 2 hits of medium physical damage to multiple foes, pierces resistance. Innate
Gungnir Pierce 42 MP Heavy physical damage and Dekaja to one foe, pierces resistance. 58
Gungnir Sever 47 MP 6 hits of medium physical damage to multiple foes. Pierces resistance, low accuracy. 85
Awakened Power Greatly strengthens physical attacks. Innate
Name Level HP MP
Gaston 81 3082 579
Strength
118
Dexterity
67
Magic
59
Agility
74
Luck
86

Race AlignmentFactored with certain skills EXP
Human Neutral
Drop
Resistances
NulNull
×1 ×1 ×1 ×1 ×1 ×1 ×1 ×1
Ailment Resistances
×0 ×0 ×0 ×0 ×0 ×0 ×0 ×0
Skill Affinity
Basic Attack Element Hit(s) Target Effect
Phys 1 Single enemy
Skills
Skill Cost Description
Gungnir 22 MP Severe physical damage to one foe, pierces resistance.
Awakened Power Greatly strengthens physical attacks.

Game Appearances

Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse

Gaston first meets Nanashi and his party when they are tasked with escorting the Crusaders to Kasumigaseki. He immediately reprimands the group for their tardiness then declares that the Crusaders will slay Shesha and take back Flynn to be judged by Merkabah. He also demands to be referred to as "Sir" Gaston and scolds his fellow Crusader for trying to speak over him. Then he goes on to make a boastful speech about his talents and showcases the Spear of Michael as proof of his magnificence. Hallelujah remarks on the similarities between Gaston's attitude and his brother's, causing the man to vehemently deny being related to Navarre. Not wanting to waste more time, Gaston commands Nanashi and his party to do their assigned task.

On the way, he can comment on the state of Tokyo and its residents, abhorring their habit of gathering relics and affirming their "unclean" status[4]. Once at Kasumigaseki, he tells the party to cower underground as he will lead the Crusaders to victory in slaying Shesha before heading underground himself.

Later, Gaston stops Nanashi and the party from immediately leaving to fight Shesha in Shibuya. The rest of the Crusaders are nowhere to be seen and Gaston does not deign to confirm whether they left him on their own volition or not. Instead, he invites the party to join him in slaying Shesha; in actuality, he is moreso demanding them to lead him to the serpent so he alone can kill Shesha. Nanashi and the party decide to take him with them as they need the extra firepower.

During the fight with Shesha, he proves the effectiveness of the Spear of Michael as he is able to damage the serpent. When Shesha is close to death, Gaston impales its head whilst gloating about his prowess, although this leaves his spear embedded in the serpent. Unfortunately, his attack was not enough to slay Shesha, leaving the finishing blow to Nanashi. Afterwards, Gaston begins an infuriated tirade at having his kill stolen. Asahi tries to interrupt his rant but he directs his fury at her instead, belittling her attachment to Nanashi. Nozomi steps in to prevent the argument from escalating and asks Gaston to try to be more cooperative; he instead rebukes her request, insisting that fighting alone is the expectation. At the same time, a notification arrives indicating another broadcast will take place, with Gaston following the party back to Kinshicho to prove himself as the true victor.

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Other Appearances

Brave Frontier

Gaston was a summonable light 7★ unit in Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse's collaboration with the mobile game Brave Frontier. He was featured on a limited time banner alongside Hallelujah and Toki. His Omni Evolution unit artwork portrays him wielding Gungnir.

Trivia

  • Gaston was only 9 years old when Navarre became a Samurai.[5]

Nomenclature

Gaston's name is lifted from the 1985 film Ladyhawke, specifically taken from the character Phillipe Gaston.[6]

Names in Other Languages
Language Name Meaning
Japanese ガストン Gaston

Gallery

Notes


References

  1. 真・女神転生IV FINAL 公式コンプリートガイド, Weekly Famitsu. Published by KADOKAWA. 101. ISBN-13: 978-4047331334.
  2. "Character File: ガストン 十字架マークは、神と四大天使を表しています。" 真・女神転生IV FINAL 公式設定資料集+神話世界への旅. Published by Ichijinsha. Japanese. (1st ed.) 20. ISBN-13: 978-4758014953.
  3. "Spear of Michael Apparently, the shape of the spear changes according to the will of the wielder." Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse.
  4. "Gaston . . .Oh? So you know this sort of activity is one you ought to be ashamed of. . .Unclean Ones indeed--a fitting name. Perhaps our differences run deeper than dialect alone." Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse.
  5. "ナバールが「真4」 で茫然自失になってから 「真4F」で 多 ナナシと出会うまでに東のミカド国では9年くらい経っていて、 もともとナバールが18歳のとき、ガストンは9歳でした。" 真・女神転生IV FINAL 公式設定資料集+神話世界への旅. Published by Ichijinsha. Japanese. (1st ed.) 105. ISBN-13: 978-4758014953.
  6. "(由来): ナバール、イザボーの名称元ネタになった映画『レディ・ホーク』より。 映画では、フィリップ・ガストンは、エチエンヌ・ナバールと共に、 悪の大司教を倒す。" "真・女神転生IV FINAL が紡いだもの", Shin-Megamitensei Series 25th anniversary Memorial Book: Megaten Maniacs. 170.