Ban
The immortal sinner who is Meliodas' best friend.
Ban is a member of the Seven Deadly Sins who bears the sin of greed. He is a human who possesses immortality magic. He is depicted as a knight clad in a stylized variation of medieval armor. Ban is Meliodas' best friend. His initial design was very different from the final version; he did not talk much, always wore a poker face, and had a personality that was difficult to "rile up".
- Title
- The Sin of Greed
- Affiliation
- Seven Deadly Sins
- Race
- Human with Immortality Magic
- Magic
- Immortality Regeneration
Lore & Background
Ban is a member of the Seven Deadly Sins. He is a human with immortality magic. Ban is explicitly stated to be Meliodas' best friend. The author, Nakaba Suzuki, noted that while Ban is Meliodas' best friend, King is only a teammate with whom Meliodas does not talk. Ban's initial design was very different from the final version. In that prototype, he did not talk much, always wore a poker face, and had a personality that was difficult to "rile up".
In Their Own Story
Ban is a member of the Seven Deadly Sins, bearing the sin of greed. He is a human with immortality magic. He is Meliodas' best friend. His initial design was very different from the final version; he did not talk much, always wore a poker face, and had a personality that was difficult to "rile up".
Reader's Guide
Ban serves as a member of the Seven Deadly Sins, bearing the sin of greed. He is a human with immortality magic. He is depicted as a knight clad in a stylized variation of medieval armor. Ban is explicitly stated to be Meliodas' best friend. The author, Nakaba Suzuki, noted that while Ban is Meliodas' best friend, King is only a teammate with whom Meliodas does not talk. Ban's initial design was very different from the final version. In that prototype, he did not talk much, always wore a poker face, and had a personality that was difficult to "rile up".
Did You Know?
- Ban is explicitly stated to be Meliodas' best friend, while King is only a teammate with whom Meliodas does not talk.
- Ban's initial design was very different from the final version; he did not talk much, always wore a poker face, and had a personality that was difficult to 'rile up'.
- Ban is a human with immortality magic.
- Ban is a member of the Seven Deadly Sins who bears the sin of greed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Ban?
Ban serves as the Sin of Greed within the legendary Seven Deadly Sins order. He is an immortal human characterized by his flirtatious attitude and unwavering devotion to his friends.
What are Ban's powers?
He possesses Immortality Magic, which grants him infinite regeneration from any physical harm. This power allows him to endure battles that would kill ordinary humans indefinitely.
How does Ban lose his immortality?
During the final conflict, he transfers his eternal life force to Princess Elizabeth to save her from a fatal curse. Consequently, he becomes mortal again while she survives.
What is Ban's role in the story?
Ban acts as both a protector and a comic relief character throughout the series' long timeline. His actions often bridge the gap between the past history of the Goddess Clan and current events.
Is Ban alive at the end?
Yes, he survives the war despite losing his magical regeneration abilities. He remains with Elizabeth as a normal human after the main storyline concludes.
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