Beowulf Güntherten

**Beowulf Odin Güntherten** (1919 - 1946, aged 27), the major antagonist in the Flock'⁴⁴ series, is portrayed as a super-soldier and the only male Pleiadian. He is the only son of Elsa Güntherten and Ecgtheow Güntherten, and one of the only three surviving members of the Güntherten family line. Beowulf is known for his formidable telekinetic abilities, surpassing even his enemies, particularly Wulf von Stieglitz, whom he frequently clashes with throughout the series.

## Etymology

* "**Beowulf**" is of Old English origin and is believed to be derived from the words "beo" meaning "bee" and "wulf" meaning "wolf." The name can be interpreted as "bee-wolf" or "bear," suggesting strength and fierceness. In the context of the Old English epic poem "Beowulf," the name refers to the legendary Geatish hero known for his heroic deeds and bravery.
* "**Odin**" originates from Norse mythology and is derived from the Old Norse name "Óðinn." It is thought to be related to the Proto-Germanic word "Wōdanaz," which carries the meanings of "fury" or "inspiration." In Norse mythology, Odin is the chief god of Norse mythology and Odin associated with wisdom, war, and poetry. He is often depicted as a powerful and wise figure.
* "**Güntherten**" appears to have Germanic roots. "Günther" is a Germanic name derived from the elements "gund" meaning "battle" or "war" and "heri" meaning "army" or "soldier." The suffix "-ten" could be a variant of "-son" or "-sen," indicating "son of." Therefore, "Güntherten" might signify "son of Günther" or "son of the battle" in a broader sense.

## Appearance and Characteristics

Beowulf Güntherten's appearance is characterized by his hairless state, lacking both eyebrows and visible hair. This can be attributed to the abuse and brainwashing he experienced at the hands of his mother, which resulted in his isolation from the real world. He exclusively speaks in Old Norse, further emphasizing his detachment, In terms of facial features, Beowulf has a robust appearance, with a prominent chin and a broad forehead measuring 9-14 cm. However, he is shorter in stature and appears to be around forty pounds heavier than average, Beowulf possesses exceptionally large muscles, which grant him super strength, durability, agility, and running speed. He often chooses to go shirtless, proudly displaying old Norse rune symbol tattoos and scars on his body to ordered to killed these due his brutal cold-blood nature. These scars and carvings are a result of the abuse inflicted by his mother, His eyes have a distinct epicanthic fold, and their color is a rock blue, reminiscent of the Pleiadian characteristics. Beowulf's typical wardrobe includes knickerbockers and a black trench coat, which he exclusively wears when he is outside.

## Travia

* Mima Yuki Agassi's character, Shi Snowblood, draws inspiration from the manga and film "Lady Snowblood." The name "Shi Snowblood" pays homage to the protagonist of "Lady Snowblood." The visual motifs of Mima's honbok, combining white and red themes symbolizing purity and bloodshed, echo the visual motifs found in "Lady Snowblood." The wintry landscapes where Shi Snowblood travels by foot also reflect the snowy settings depicted in the manga and film. Overall, Mima's character and storyline pay tribute to the captivating narrative and intense combat sequences associated with "Lady Snowblood.".
	+ Furthermore, Mima's origin story takes cues from the captivating narrative of "Lady Snowblood". Lastly, the fight scenes set in snow-covered areas directly reference the intense combat sequences associated with the character in "Lady Snowblood". These elements serve as a tribute to the iconic manga and film that have influenced Mima's character and storyline.
	+ In the 2008 video game, "Saints Row 2", in the Ronin mission, "The Kanto Connection", the player must travel to the sushi house "Kanto" and kill one of the game's villains "Jyunichi". After the player enters into the sushi house, Jyunichi would bow and say, "Die with honor". Listen carefully to the background as sometimes, one of the bodyguards would quip, "We will protect this boss better than we did O-Ren!" This is a clear and obvious reference to O-Ren Ishii and the movie.
	+ During Beowulf's relentless journey to search for Miki, he encounters several bystanders whom he cold-bloodedly murders. Here is a revised list of his victims:
		- The Unknown Danish Mailman: As Beowulf walks along his path, he encounters a mailman. Mistaking him for someone else, Beowulf orders the mailman's death and uses his telekinetic force to choke him.
		- Driver and an Elderly Couple: While driving during their long trip after attending their granddaughter's 5th birthday, an elderly couple hires a driver to take them home. As they encounter Beowulf on their path, he uses his telekinetic abilities to forcefully stop the car. Beowulf approaches the car, opens the door, and brutally kills the driver by telekinetically twisting him. The terrified elderly couple remains inside the car, and Beowulf decides to kill them offscreen.
		- Seven American Soldiers: Beowulf, seeking rest, comes across a camp of US American soldiers while sleeping under a tree. One of the soldiers approaches Beowulf, who grabs him by the neck. When the other soldiers open fire, Beowulf uses his telekinetic abilities to disarm them by destroying their weapons. He chokes one soldier to death and uses his telekinetic powers to strike the soldiers and their jeeps, throwing them into the sky and causing their demise. Beowulf spots one survivor and uses his telekinetic flight to reach and kill him. He also callously kicks another victim to death before flying away.
		- The Hoffmann Family: In an isolated area near their house, Victor Hoffmann steps out while his son and dog play. The dog, Rick, becomes terrified and runs inside the house, followed by Victor's son. Victor finds this strange and gets in his car to drive away from home. However, he mistakes Beowulf, wearing a trench coat, for a Nazi general. Victor drives back home, planning to call the police. Upon arriving, he spots Beowulf and grabs his rifle to defend himself. Beowulf destroys the rifle using his telekinetic abilities, leaving Victor terrified. Beowulf brutally strangles Victor to death while Mrs. Hoffmann attempts to intervene but is unsuccessful. Beowulf then fires a telekinetic bullet, piercing Mrs. Hoffmann's forehead and ending her life. In a scene depicting the confused Hoffmann's son attempting to confront their terrified pet dog, Rick, the sound of Beowulf's approaching footsteps can be heard, which the son mistakenly believes are his father's. Miki wakes from a nightmare, revealing that the son and the dog were killed by Beowulf offscreen. This event is mentioned during the investigation into the deaths of the Hoffmanns, with their bodies, along with Rick's, being removed from their home by the police.
		- Two Nazi Officers and Two Prostitutes at a Bar: While searching for shelter at night, Beowulf spots two officers kissing two prostitutes in the woods. As they notice Beowulf, he tries to order their arrest, but instead, he uses his telekinetic abilities to twist and kill the officers. Beowulf also chokes the two prostitutes to death. He then proceeds to go inside the bar and kills everyone else offscreen, staying there overnight.
		- 32 Russian Military Personnel: Jerome Luther encounters a horrific scene, as he drives past the dead bodies of Soviet soldiers. He realizes that they were killed by Beowulf using his telekinetic abilities, which caused their two tanks to sink and get buried. This happens as they cross paths.