Alexander Tadeas

* AF
* ADD
* TSL/ANL

**Alexander Tadeas** (アレクサンダーTadeas, Arekusandā Tadeas) is one of the main characters in the Astral Lineage series of video games. Alex made his debut in Soulcalibur V and has returned for Soulcalibur Astral Swords - A New Light and Soulcalibur: The Spirit Lineage. He is set to appear in Soulcalibur Astral Swords - A Dark Destiny.

## Personality

At first, Alexander sports a shy and timid dispotion, lacking in confidence and authority. This is reflected in the way he carries himself and fights, as he is an avid avoider of conflict. There was a deeprooted fear in him that he wasn't sure from where it came that fed into his personality. As he adventured and left his comfort zone, however, Alexander became stronger willed, gaining more confidence to express himself. He is dedicated to his family and very forgiving, especially of his friends and family; Alex is willing to do whatever it takes to protect and save those that he loves, even, and often, to his own detriment.

## Appearance

Alexander has a very Mediterranean look, with medium-length black hair, dark, tanned skin, and dark eyes. He is of modest height and a slighter build than most other men, but still athletic. He typically appears in relatively modest dress and neutral colours such as white and brown, using accessories to highlight other colours such as a green laurel crown or blue bow.

## Weapons

Alexander only uses a Sword and Shield, respectively named after his "Guardian Angels," Michael (Sword) and  Rafael (Shield). The hilt of Michael is gold, while the blade is shimmering white and stainless. Rafael has a blue backdrop with red and blue intricate designs. The metal part surrounding is the same yellow-gold of Michael's hilt.

### Fighting Style

**Soulcalibur V - Soulcalibur: The Spirit Lineage**
Alexander does not enjoy physical or verbal violence. He is very cautious and reserved when fighting, holding up his shield and leaning away in his fighting stance. While attacking, he often hides behind his shield and looks up briefly to make sure his attack hit. He has a lot of clumsy moves that almost look like his is stumbling or hurting the opponent on accident. Despite this, there is still a genuine level of violence behind his moves, almost as if he is subconsciously holding back in some way.

**Soulcalibur: Astral Swords - A Dark Destiny**
Alexander's fighting style appears a bit more aggressive. His stance is altered as he is standing in a more neutral ground, though his shield is still raised in obvious wariness. While attacking he doesn't hide behind his shield, and some of his shyer motions have been removed completely and replaced with more confident variations. The violence present before is now in full force, but with a steady and calculated hand.

## Critical Edge

### SoulCalibur V - Soulcalibur Astral Swords- A Dark Destiny

**The Holy Trinity** is Alexander's Critical Edge. He spins and strikes the opponent three times with his sword while being surrounded by a blue aura. In *A Dark Destiny*, the aura is a mix of blue and red, and now added feathers.

His Critical Finish in *The Spirit Lineage*is as follows: A Bright Halo appears around his head, and glowing Angel Wings form as well. An after image of Michael appears when he slashes diagoanlly across the oppnent, leaving a red line. Then, when he slashes again, an after image of Rafael appears, making a blue and red X. He lifts his sword and for the final strike, impales the opponent through the chest, Michael and Raphael both appearing as an after image.

## Relationships

* Was rescued by Malik from a cult.
* Welcomed Nirvana into his home as a little sister.
* Is friends with a woman named Snow
* Met a woman named Kisandra and becomes very close with her and her daughter, Klymene.

## Trivia

* Alexander's original creation concept was simply to be a genderbent Pyrrha, but this concept changed into the character presented now.
	+ However, Alexander's initial costume is still influenced by Pyrrha's.
* Alexander was originally going to be from Greece.
* Alexander's name was originally going to be "Pyrrhos" (male version of Pyrrha).
* He shares his stage with Snow.