KUROSHITSUJI 1 & 2

KUROSHITSUJI 1

Synopsis

In Victorian-era Europe, a young boy loses everything he once held near and dear to a vicious plot. In his moment of death, he strikes a deal with a demon: his soul, in exchange for revenge. Ciel Phantomhive is now the head of the Phantomhive corporation, handling all business affairs as well as the underground work for the Queen of England. His new partner is a demon butler, Sebastian Michaelis, whose powers as a butler is only surpassed by his strength as a demon.
The story follows the two along with their other servants, as they work to unravel the plot behind Ciel’s parents’ murder, and the horrendous tragedies that befell Ciel in the month directly after.

Ciel Phantomhive (シエル・ファントムハイヴ)

Birthday: 14 December 1875

The Phantomhive family has, for years, been well known for making toys and sweets for small children. However, they are also the Queen’s watchdogs; the Phantomhive family keeps an eye on black market dealings in ways that Scotland Yard isn’t able to. Ciel Phantomhive is the heir to this legacy.
Earl Ciel Phantomhive is the business-savvy, twelve-year-old (later thirteen-year-old) head of the English Phantomhive noble family, taking over after the deaths of his parents, Lord Vincent and Lady Rachel Phantomhive. He also runs Funtom Company, which manufactures toys and sweets, and later adds a food branch after winning a Royal Warrant. His right eye, which is usually covered with a black eyepatch, bears a pentacle sign of the Faustian contract which binds the demon Sebastian Michaelis to his will.
Ciel is engaged to his cousin, Elizabeth Middleford. He sees her as an important friend and someone he needs to protect. His parents were killed and his mansion set ablaze on his birthday, a reason why he does not like to celebrate the occasion. This tragedy causes him to not want to lose anyone important again.
Despite his young age, he runs the family company and as such is quite busy much of the time though he still finds time to go out investigating dubious legal matters.
The young earl is far more composed and mature than would be expected. He remains distant from others, aloof, preferring to spend his time on work for the company. He is oftentimes selfish and not able to fully empathize with people. However, he does express occasional concern for the well-being of those close to him.
As a side note, Ciel seems to enjoy drinking tea a lot (he is adept at distinguishing between them as well) and sweet desserts. He has asthma (inherited from his mother) and dislikes being around cats because they trigger his allergies.

Sebastian Michaelis (セバスチャン・ミカエリス)

Sebastian Michaelis is the series’ antihero. He is the butler of the Phantomhive household and acts as Ciel’s bodyguard, two jobs he is completely devoted to.

Sebastian often describes himself through the phrase “Because I am one hell of a butler” (わたしはあくまで執事ですから, Aku made shitsuji desu kara?). The phrase plays on the word “demon” (あくま, akuma?) and the phrase “to the end” (あくまで, aku made?). It can also translate to “I am a demon and a butler”. He is highly skilled in any area and handles every task, no matter how impossible it is as well as any problem that arises from the errors of the other staff with ease, stating it is only natural as the butler to the Phantomhive family. This is due to the fact he is a demon bound by a Faustian contract to abide by Ciel’s will. A sign similar to the one marking Ciel’s right eye can be found on Sebastian’s left hand, which has been used on one occasion to twist the arm of a kidnapper without touching him.
The name Sebastian is in fact a temporary name given to him by Ciel and was previously held by Ciel’s dog. He bears a striking resemblance to Ciel’s father. In the anime adaption, Sebastian can take the form of a crow. Sebastian’s true demonic form has not been fully revealed. However, a depiction of sharper teeth, high-heeled boots, and elongated nails have been given. In the manga adaptation, Sebastian appears to Ciel in his true form, while in the anime version, he appears as a crow. His name is similar to that of Father Sebastien Michaelis, who compiled a hierarchy of demons in Hell

Synopsis

In late-nineteenth century England, one year and three months after the dramatic conclusion of the original series, Kuroshitsuji II introduces a new butler and young master. The sadistic yet cheerful Alois Trancy has faced some harsh times. He was kidnapped as a baby, and was forced to work in a village as a slave. Gradually, he lost his parents, his best friend, and everyone he knew. Alois eventually returned home and became the head of his mansion, but seemed to exhibit some strange behavior ever since. Even more curiously, he returned with Claude Faustus, an enigmatic, emotionless butler with unfathomable talent…

KUROSHITSUJI 2

Synopsis

In late-nineteenth century England, one year and three months after the dramatic conclusion of the original series, Kuroshitsuji II introduces a new butler and young master. The sadistic yet cheerful Alois Trancy has faced some harsh times. He was kidnapped as a baby, and was forced to work in a village as a slave. Gradually, he lost his parents, his best friend, and everyone he knew. Alois eventually returned home and became the head of his mansion, but seemed to exhibit some strange behavior ever since. Even more curiously, he returned with Claude Faustus, an enigmatic, emotionless butler with unfathomable talent…

Alois Trancy (アロイス・トランシー)

Earl Alois Trancy, is the head of the Trancy household and referred to as ” Your Highness” by both his butler Claude Faustus, and his maid Hannah Anafeloz.

It is stated that he is 14 years old at the beginning of the story, with the birthdate of November 5th.
His favorite food is Oily fried fish and chips.
Shortly after he was born, Alois had been kidnapped. His mother in deep grief, committed suicide, leaving Alois father to search for him alone. He was made to work as a slave in an unknown village. Something had occured in this village which killed everyone, including Alois’s friend, Luca, who he once refers to as his “little brother”. Alois was the only survivor of this event.
One day, Alois returned with Claude, and due to his father dying under mysterious circumstances soon after his return, Alois became the Trancy successor, something that his uncle Arnold finds questionable.

It is hinted that there is tension between Alois and his uncle, and that something may have happened in the past to have strained their relationship.
His emotions are quite unpredictable; one of his few consistent traits is his attachment to his butler, Claude, whose he tries to attract his attention frequently. He seems to have an overall cheerful disposition in spite of his hardships and misgivings, making him a sort of foil to Ciel. He seems to have taken interest in having Ciel.
Alois can be easily frightened of things such as: the dark, being alone, adding to his childish elements of his personality. And he is somewhat hyperactive. He also shows signs of sadism and narcissism.

As shown when he gouges out Hannah’s eye in the first episode.
Alois also appears to be easily angered and loses interest in things very quickly. He often uses harsh and impolite language, regardless to whom he is speaking to.
His contract mark is held on his tongue and not visible at all times, where as Ciel’s contract mark is in his eye and is visible at all times. His contract mark only shows if Claude is nearby.
In episode 8, it was said by Grell that his real name is actually Jim Macken

Claude Faustus (クロード・フォースタス)

The butler of the Trancy household.

He is a demon and he has a line similar to that of Sebastian’s, which is “私は旦那様を飽くまで貪りたい” (Watashi wa danna-sama wo akumade musaboritai) which means “I want to greedily devour you to the end, my master.” The kanji of “akumade” might means something else.
Claude has a very different personality then that of Sebastian Michaelis, in which he speaks and acts motionlessly, not even responding to direct taunts from Alois, such as him undoing his buttons moments after Claude fixed them. He seems to know Sebastian well, but within moments of seeing each other they begin to fight.

This is probably due to the fact that Claude seems to hate Sebastian.
He is very loyal to his master and knows his master’s darkness.
He has black, short hair and wears glasses similar to those worn by William T. Spears. He has yellow, slanted eyes and a somewhat angular facial structure. His chin is quite flat. Claude can transform his body, like Sebastian.
In the first episode he is seen in the form of a spider before making the contract with Alois.
He and Sebastian appear to be similar in height.
He wears an outfit that is similar to the one Sebastian wears, but Sebastian wears a tie while Claude wears a ribbon.
Like Sebastian, his contract mark with Alois is one his left hand covered by the gloves he wears. However, his mark isn’t always visible, only becoming so when he nears Alois’s.
In episode 4, it is show that his tongue is incredibly long, reaching to the upper of his nose at rate.