Esteo

**Esteo** (エスティオ *Esutio*) is a playable character in Gate of Nightmares. He is the leader of the Seven Star Knights and is therefore known as Estrea's strongest Nightwalker.

## Appearance

Esteo is a tall, muscular man with shoulder-length, silver hair. He is often seen with a stern and serious face.

He is almost always wearing a big and black suit of armor with golden accents, especially on his shoulders and waist. Stylized black skulls with glowing eyeholes are attached to his thighs.

His Star Magic Gem is attached to the armor and located on his lower neck.

## Personality

Esteo is almost always seen with a serious look on his face, and other characters, especially Azel, Emma and Meruru, are frequently intimidated by his aura.

However Esteo has a good heart and shows it through his actions. He is often patrolling around town, helping the citizens of Estrea, slaying evil Nightmares and solving all kinds of problems. The citizens of Estrea hold Esteo in such high esteem, that rumors and legends about him started spreading.

Esteo would do everything to keep Estrea save and is not afraid to put his life on the line if he has to. However, even if he is one of the strongest Nightwalkers and would be able to slay hoardes of Nightmares without problems, he believes that he can't protect the country on his own. He doesn't want the other knights to become dependent on him, and therefore he mostly takes the role of a commander. He stays in his office and gives the other knights orders via communication devices, showing his great tactical knowledge as well.

Esteo is also good with kids and takes his time to teach them how to use the sword, if they are willing to.

## Synopsis

### History

When he was a child, Esteo's hometown was destoryed. The details of this event are unknown, however he lost both of his parents and was all alone with his sword. One day he met Moris, the young king of Estrea. Moris admired Esteo's talent and wanted to fight together with him. Right then, Esteo knew that he found his path in life.

Esteo also plays a key role in the pasts of other characters, He was the one to save Abigail from her captivity and showed Elena-Maria what it truly means to be a knight.

### Game

#### Forest of Spirits Arc

After being arrested by Cider, Azel and Emma are brought to Esteo's office, where they meet both Abigail and Esteo himself. Esteo explains the history of the Star Magic Gems, using this as a way to explain Azel's crime: Entering Remurias without an official licence. However, he is willing to give Azel another chance if he proves himself by beating Abigail's Nightmare in a fight.

Azel wins this fight eventually, so Esteo agrees to give him a second chance. An unusual amount of Nightmares are appearing in the Forest of Spirits. If Azel can find out why this is happening, Esteo will give him an official Nightwalker licence. Azel agrees and heads off to the forest.

Esteo and Abigail later appear again, after Azel and Emma get attacked by Ouroboria during their test. Esteo blocks Ouroboria's attack, threatens him and urges the Saint to leave. Ouroboria decides to comply and leaves.

After the fight, Esteo tells Abigail to report this incident to the senate immediately. He then looks up to the sky and comments that the wind feels terrible, and that he hopes it doesn't turn into a storm.

#### Nog Tribe Arc

Due to Azel's successful mission, Estoe awards him an official Nightwalker licence. Without leaving them much time to celebrate, he gives Azel and Emma their next mission: Taking care of Meruru. Abigail introduces the young girl, and Esteo makes it very clear that this mission is an order from the Royal Palace, and therefore non-negotiable.

#### Dressarc Arc

After Oliver's arrest, Azel and the other report what they found out on Oruha Island to Esteo and Abigail. The conversation happens off-screen, but both Michi and Meruru comment that Esteo was a lot more intimidating than usual.

## Ingame

*Esteo's abilities and stats in the game*

* **Esteo/Ingame**
* **Esteo (Hero)/Ingame**

## Image Gallery

### Game

#### Artworks & CG's

Esteo's Hero OutfitEsteo in the OpeningSaling Gate Once once again

#### Ingame

Esteo's 3D ModelEsteo (Hero)'s 3D ModelEsteo protects the others from OuroboriaEsteo threatens Ouroboria
1. ↑ Esteo (Hero)'s story quest
2. ↑ Abigail's story quest
3. ↑ Elena-Maria's story quest