Allen

**Allen** (アレン, **Aren**?) is the main protagonist of Koujo Denka no Kateikyoushi series. After failing the court sorcerers' exam, he took on the request of tutoring the daughter of Duke Howard, Tina Howard along with Ellie Walker.

Currently, he is the tutor of Tina, Ellie, Lynne, and Stella. He is the president of Allen & Co..

## Personality

Allen is a man of aspirations who once sought a living as a court sorcerer. His most striking trait is his outstanding humility. He is so humble that he belittles himself, despite being unrivaled in magic control—something even prodigies like Lydia or Tina can’t grasp. Allen remarkably took his parents' teachings to heart and deeply loved them. Although he can tolerate someone insulting himself, he will show no mercy to those who disrespect his family and loved ones.

As a tutor, he is very supportive of his students and delights in observing their development. Due to his persuasive nature, he refuses not to help students in need. He also possesses a slightly sinister side, teasing his students and companions, earning him the reputation of being mean. Nonetheless, he is not an aloof guy, boasting an unbeatable intelligence prowess. Although he won’t admit it, he holds himself in high regard. He is the second (along with Lydia) person to graduate from the Royal Academy within a year and the first as a commoner. He is also adept in business and skilled in negotiation. Known for his strategic thinking and proactive nature, it is mentioned that Allen, in tandem with Lydia, holds the capability of defeating Alice Tavern (the current hero). Despite being called "The Brain of The Lady of the Sword," he dislikes standing out and prefers to remain in the shadows. His exploits with Lydia have already been rumored and classified as myths. Despite an extensive list of feats and achievements, many of the rewards either went to Lydia’s credit or were sent by Allen to his parents. Due to his commoner status and being raised by beastfolk, his enemies underestimate him, but their misconceptions are shattered once they witness Allen's abilities.

Allen claims he is unlucky in love. Unfortunately for him, he is quite popular with ladies, especially younger girls. His charming, caring, and charismatic personality has led many female characters to fall for him. Without even noticing, he is often labeled a natural womanizer who effortlessly utters cheesy and complimentary words. According to his close companions, he has a soft spot for younger girls, explaining why Tina, Ellie, and Lynne deeply admire and romantically love him. He tends to be lenient with girls, which results in him spoiling them too much. This complicates matters as these girls already envision him as their future partner and will do anything to win his affections. This soft trait also extends to his adopted sister, who often exploits their brother-sister relationship as an excuse to get closer to him (strongly hinted that she loves him more than as an older brother). Linaria Etherheart believes that due to this nature, Allen is destined to face troubles with various women.

## Background

Allen was an orphaned child abandoned somewhere on the continent until he was discovered by Elyn and Nathan, travelers from the wolf-clan. They adopted him and settled in Eastern Capital, specifically in Old Town. The couple named him after the hero Allen, who played a significant role in the Battle of Dark Lord, saving the beastfolk and being hailed as "The Shooting Star." However, neither Elyn nor Nathan ever envisioned their new son becoming a hero himself. They named him simply with the wish for his happiness. Growing up in the eastern capital, Allen found the beast folk very endearing. However, after his childhood friend "Atra" died in an accident caused by a noble running a carriage over him, he faced various forms of oppression. Despite this, due to the support of a few adults who recognized his parents' love, his stepsister Caren, and his own earnest efforts, he gradually gained acceptance. His ultimate dream and goal were for beast folk and humans to co-exist without discrimination.

With an earnest curiosity and love for magic, he enrolled in the Royal Academy. During the entrance exam, Allen met Lydia Leinster and managed to make the school principal cry on the first day. As a Beastfolk without a surname, he faced strong disdain even in the royal capital. Apart from Lydia, he formed deep relationships with Cheryl Wainwright, Zelbert Lenier, and occasionally Nikee among his classmates. It was during this time that he confronted monsters like the Black Dragon, the Four-winged Demon, and the True Ancestor Vampire, often alongside Lydia. These exploits led to him being hailed as "The Brain of The Lady of the Sword." He also became the first commoner to graduate from the academy within one year and later enrolled in Royal University. Joining a professor's laboratory, which comprised some of the kingdom's most formidable sorcerers, Allen spent most of his time alone with Lydia until Tet, Gill, Yan, and later Zoe joined. It was during this time that his nickname as the "Genius of the Sword Princess" started to gain recognition.

Later on, he attempted the court sorcerers' exam but failed it. During the practical exam, his opponent Gerard Wainwright, the son of the king of the Royal Capital, insulted his family. In response, both Lydia and Allen showed no mercy and ended up beating him severely. Allen's failure was unexpected, and after the news spread, secret meetings were held within the palace due to his social status becoming a political issue. Neither Allen nor Lydia were aware, but "Howard's cursed child" was considered a future calamity, and there were hidden stories about how the kingdom's adults viewed Gerald's rampage as a disaster and sought a solution. This was partly due to the great achievement of "saving the Leinster's cursed child."

## Relationships

### Family

#### Caren

Allen's younger sister, Caren, shares a typical brother-sister relationship with him. Normally, she adopts a harsh tone towards him when he goes overboard and admonishes him for not acknowledging his inconsiderate actions. However, she harbors deep affection for him and constantly shows concern. To Caren, Allen is the greatest brother in the world. She expresses her fondness indirectly, often using their relationship as a pretext to seek Allen's attention. Being quite demanding, she relishes being pampered by him. While she presents a strict demeanor to others, in private with Allen, she reveals her more spoiled side.

There have been numerous hints suggesting that she might have a brother complex. She becomes jealous whenever Allen spends time with girls other than her. Additionally, she once expressed her refusal to accept or welcome a sister-in-law (Allen’s future wife). These tendencies become more evident when their backstory is unveiled. In their childhood, Caren breached their hometown's barrier, a big taboo at that time. Allen assisted her by pulling her over, and following this incident, she cut her hair short, vowing to become strong enough to fight alongside him. This suggests that her affections might extend beyond familial love, as she remarks that she won't grow her hair longer until Allen views her not as a child.

### Leinsters

Allen shares a close and amiable relationship with the Leinsters. Due to his strong bond with Lydia and his consistent help, the Leinsters are profoundly grateful to Allen, to the extent that they are willing to consider him as the next family head, potentially leading to marriage between him and Lydia. All members of the Leinster family hold a great fondness for him and have unwavering trust and confidence in his character.

#### Lydia Leinster

Throughout the series, Allen and Lydia share an exceptional relationship. Their first encounter was at the academy during a practical exam where they teamed up. From the outset, Lydia found Allen to be charming and appreciated that he viewed her as beautiful rather than fearing or shunning her due to her past as a cursed child. She often roped him into various absurd adventures, which not only added to Lydia's fearsome reputation but also earned Allen the moniker "The Brain of The Lady of the Sword."

Allen became an irreplaceable figure in Lydia's life, and she gradually opened her heart to him. He mana-linked with her to suppress her magic outbreak, breaking the curse that previously caused fear. For Lydia, Allen is the sole reason for her existence. She harbors deep affection for him and envisions spending her entire life with him. Their bond is so strong that she believes she can conquer any adversary as long as Allen stands by her side. They share absolute respect and unwavering faith in each other.

Lydia's love for Allen is so profound that she cannot fathom a world without him. She has mentioned multiple times that if their public status ever became a hindrance, they could elope and begin anew in Water City. In her eyes, Allen is her guiding light in a world she perceives as shallow. When Allen disappeared during the Algren rebellion, Lydia was tormented mentally. She lost her will to live and embraced her darker persona, embarking on a quest to retrieve Allen. Despite being considered one of the world's strongest individuals, without Allen, she feels vulnerable. Upon their reunion, she was overwhelmed with joy, shedding tears and scolding Allen for his recklessness. Although she reverted to her original personality, she continued to be affectionate and attached.
Both Lydia and Allen regard each other as possessions, displaying extreme jealousy and possessiveness when either interacts with someone of the opposite gender. Lydia explicitly asserts to others that Allen is her husband and she won't let anyone take him away.

#### Lynne Leinster

Similar to Tina and Ellie, Lynne holds a fondness for Allen and enjoys receiving praise from him. She places a great deal of trust in him, holding him in high regard, second only to her elder sister Lydia. She feels irked whenever Allen treats her like a child but readily identifies herself as a mature woman. It's noteworthy that Lynne is the only girl close to Allen who doesn't harbor romantic feelings for him. Instead, she exhibits mutual respect and admiration. She would be delighted to have Allen marry Lydia, seeing him as a potential brother-in-law.

### Howards

Similar to the Leinsters, the Howards are deeply indebted to Allen for his assistance with Tina's magic issue. Although the current family head, Walter, has conflicting thoughts, he is inclined towards the idea of Allen marrying into his family (specifically, marriage with Stella). This prospective alliance might potentially cause some discord between the Howards and the Leinsters.

#### Tina Howard

Following Allen's failure in the sorcerer exam, he became Tina's tutor, alongside Ellie. Through Professor's accounts, Tina holds Allen in high regard, idolizing him for his exploits. Allen recognizes Tina's immense magical potential, estimating it to rival that of Lydia’s. When Tina faces distress over her inability to use magic, despite Allen's dedicated efforts, she succumbs to a magical outburst. Allen helps her unlock her magical abilities by establishing a mana link, an encounter during which he hears a young voice referring to him as “Key”.
Thanks to Allen's assistance, Tina gains admission to the academy and secures the top position in her entrance exam. She develops romantic feelings for him, evident in her jealousy whenever Allen interacts with other girls. Despite teasing from Allen, she takes pride in being his student, craving his attention and praise. Allen remarks that Tina is becoming more like Lydia, hinting that she already sees herself as Allen's future bride, much like Lydia does. Tina vows to become stronger to protect Allen from harm.

#### Stella Howard

Having heard numerous stories about Allen, Stella idolizes and aspires to emulate him. She deeply appreciates him for aiding her sister and childhood friend. However, witnessing their development triggers an inferiority complex in her, causing her to withdraw. Allen, without hesitation, reaches out to her and invites her on a date. He takes her to various places, eventually revealing a cathedral’s roof, his secret spot, making Stella the first person he shared it with. His encouragement sparks a change in her, motivating her to challenge Tina, Ellie, and Lynne to a duel. In this duel, Allen and Stella emerge victorious, forming a mana link and creating a powerful new spell.

Allen's support boosts Stella's confidence, leading her to fall in love with him and regard him as her prince. She enjoys his company and, like other girls, playfully calls him mean for teasing her. Despite knowing it might cause conflict with Lydia, she's determined to win Allen's heart.

#### Ellie Walker

One of Allen's students, Ellie captures his fondness with her cheerful and outgoing nature. She harbors romantic feelings for him and admires his teachings and praises. Allen is astounded by her rapid development. Recognizing her lack of hesitation in confronting those who threaten her loved ones, he refrains from teaching her advanced-level offensive spells. Although she doesn't express it directly, Ellie also seeks Allen’s attention, often purposely creating situations where Allen needs to intervene, confident that he would catch her.

### Royal Capital

#### Felicia Fosse

Felicia crosses paths with Allen after he terminates his father’s business negotiations. She pleads for a chance to present a better appeal. Initially hesitant, Allen eventually decides to evaluate her situation. Through this process, Felicia overcomes her fear, particularly of Allen, and finds him reliable and kind, albeit a bit 'mean.' After conversing with Allen, Felicia resolves to stand on her own and starts working as a maid for the Leinsters. She even starts a company called “Allen & Co.” It becomes evident that she has developed feelings for Allen, self-proclaiming him as her future husband.

## Trivia

* Throughout the series, Allen has attracted the attention of many female characters, all vying to become his future partner.
	+ Caren
	+ Lydia Leinster
	+ Tina Howard
	+ Stella Howard
	+ Ellie Howard
	+ Felicia Fosse
	+ Lily Leinster