Buddha (Record of Ragnarok)

Buddha (釈迦, Shaka) is the tritagonist in the action manga and anime series Record of Ragnarok, serving as the main protagonist in the sixth round, a supporting character in the seventh and eighth rounds, and a major character in the tenth round. 
Originally a human from ancient India named Gautama Siddharta (ゴータマ・シッダールタ, Gōtama Shiddāruta) who was able to achieve the wisdom to ascend to Godhood. When Ragnarok was proclaimed, Buddha is listed as one of the Gods Fighters who wish to destroy Humanity. However, when it was his turn to fight, he instead sides with Humanity and fights for them. He fights Zerofuku in the first half of round six and later Hajun in the second half of round six, which he manages to win. After his fight, he then investigates the secrets behind Ragnarok.
He is voiced by in Japanese and by in English.
==Appearance==
Buddha is depicted as a towering, robust figure clad in a sleeveless garment tied around his waist, flowing back to cover his hands. His eyes typically lack pupils, occasionally adorned with a lily representing significant moments in his life. Earrings hang from his elongated earlobes, and he wears rectangular glasses. His attire includes a navy-colored tank top with the head of a bunny wearing an eyepatch on its left with the word "USACHAN" beneath, possibly alluding to the moon rabbit from Buddhist folklore symbolizing altruism. Buddha's sharp canines and penchant for sucking on a lollipop are distinctive traits.
Adorning his forehead is a bindi, complemented by light green hair styled in a traditional manner and adorned with what appears to be a golden crown.
Post-Ragnarok, having lost his left eye, Buddha sports an eye patch over his eye and a new tank top bearing the rabbit design, now with closed eyes and mouth, and the word "OYASUMI" under.
==Personality==
Buddha displays clear irreverence towards other gods. He ignores Loki's comments, yawns when Ebisu threatens him, and disobeys Zeus's commands. His courage and boldness is so strong that he boldly states he would confront Zeus without hesitation. Buddha is very expressive and sociable, often initiating conversations and sharing his thoughts openly, regardless of the audience. He shows favoritism by not sharing sweets with Zeus but giving popcorn to Brunhilde, with whom he is more friendly and approachable. His frequent use of "Shaddap" emphasizes his youthful and rebellious nature, earning him the title "History's Strongest Adolescent" from Brunhilde. His courage is evident as he refuses to be intimidated by gods or humans, insisting that he alone controls his actions. Buddha even demands silence from the gathered gods and threatens to eliminate anyone who stands in his way. Despite this, he has a deep commitment to protecting humanity. He defies Zeus's orders, declaring that he will eliminate any deity who tries to interfere.
== Gallery ==
Record of Ragnarok Manga Volume 11 Clean Cover by Ki-oon Twitter
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