Arabel

Arabel (アラベル), formerly known as Abel (アベル), is a former gold-ranked adventurer that was nicknamed "Blade Lord ("). After getting his genitals crushed by Yue, he was reborn under the tutelage of Crystabel and Mariabel.

Appearance
Initially, Abel was a handsome man with blonde hair.

After having their genitals destroyed, Abel becomes a lot more muscular with a grim face, a short mustache and braided hair.

While working as a staff member for the Adventurer's Guild, Arabel wears a mini skirt.

Personality
Initally, Abel is full of self-confidence to the point that he appears arrogant. He is also a womanizer.

After having his genitals destroyed by Yue, Abel became much more flamboyant, while also having been more self-reflective on their past transgressions during there time as an adventurer.

Biography
Abel was present at the Adventurer's Guild building in the Heiligh Kingdom capital with a female entourage when Hajime Nagumo arrived in order to deliver proof of completing his quest of returning the young dagon girl Myu back to her home. When the guild master Balse Laputa expressed an interest in getting aquatinted with Hajime after hearing about all of his exploits, Abel appeared and asked Balse to introduce him as well (but was more focused on Hajime's companions Yue and Shizuku Yaegashi). After being introduced to Hajime, as well as learning that he was also a gold-ranked adventurer, the entire guild was surprised by this news, with Abel in particular subtly insulting Hajime's credentials. Hajime made repeated attempts to leave, but Abel kept getting in his was while also flirting with Yue and Shizuku. Unimpressed with Abel antics, Hajime was prepared to fight his was out, but was suddenly interrupted buy the appearance of the former adventurer "Mariabel", who was now a disciple of the clothing merchant Crystabel. Abel was so shocked by Mariabel's appearance that he threatened to kill the former adventurer fr coming too close to. Mariabel, however, was undeterred by Abel's threat and processed to flirt with him. As Mariabel was approaching Abel closer while maintaining a flirtatious attitude, Abel attempted to drive them away and attack with his sword, but Mariabel managed to effortlessly swat the attack away with their muscles and responded by entrapping him with a very strong get. Abel spasmed for a few seconds before finally going limp. Mariabel's action had scared away Abel' s female escorts before releasing the adventurer from their grip. Despite the ordeal Abel had managed to stay conscious, and had asked Hajime for his help in dealing with Mariabel in an insulting tone. It was then that Yue stepped forward and proceeded to crush Abel's genitals with her magic as punishment for insulting Hajime.

After the confrontation with Yue, the adventurer known as Abel would retire as a adventurer and study under Mariabel, while also taking up the name "Arabel". They, as well as Crystabel and all of the clothing merchants disciples would participate in the battle against the forces of Tortus' self-styled god Ehit, who was planning to wipe out all trees of life. After an intense battle, Arable and the rest of Tortus' allied forced emerged victorious when Hajime managed to kill Ehit.

At some point, Arabel become a staffer for the guild, and would encounter Hajime once again while he and his family were visiting Tortus during their winter vacation.

Relationships

 * Balse Laputa - As Abel, he was well-acquainted with Guild Master Balse due to being a gold-ranked adventurer. Balse, however, does not seem to be particularly fond of him and enjoys watching him being tortured by Mariabel and Yue.
 * Hajime Nagumo - As Abel, he acts very disrespectful towards Hajime and believes that he became a gold-ranked adventurer under false pretences. After having been "transformed" by Yue, Arabel is a lot nicer to Hajime, while also flirting with him.
 * Yue - Abel was attracted to Yue, and made repeated attempts to flirt with her, but Yue was annoyed with Abel's attitude and eventually crushed Abel's genitals after he had insulted Hajime. Afterwards, Arabel becomes much more respectful towards Yue and appreciates her for being given the opportunity to become a better person as a result.

Powers & Abilities

 * Expert Combatant - As a former gold-ranked adventurer, Arabel is more skilled in combat than regular individuals.
 * Enhanced Durability - Arable is able to remain conscious after having experienced a powerful vice grip from Mariabel that would have normally knocked someone out.

Weapons & Equipment

 * Sword - Arabel's primary weapon while working as an adventurer.

Quotes

 * (To Hajime, Yue & Shizuku): "Now now. No need to run away because you’re up against a real gold ranker. I promise I won’t bite. Well if you’re too embarrassed to show your face here, I don’t mind if you leave, but what about you two beautiful ladies? Could I entice you to join me for a meal? Let me show you what a real gold ranker is like."
 * (To Mariabel): "Eek, g-get away from me! I’ll have you know I’m Abel the Blade Lord, a gold ranked adventurer! If you take one more step toward me, I’ll cut you down where you stand!"
 * (To Hajime Nagumo): "H-Hey, you! You’re a gold-ranker too, aren’t you!? Help me out here! You probably just cheated your way into gold rank anyway, help me and I’ll give you a legit recommendation! You have the honor of helping THE blade lord here! So hurry up and beat this crazy muscle monster for me, you loser!"

Trivia

 * The name Abel from the Hebrew "hével" (Ancient Greek: Ábel ‘Ἄβελ’), meaning "steam, vapor, breath, foolishness, nonsense, absurdity". In the , was He was the younger brother of, and the younger son of  and , the first couple in Biblical history.
 * Abel does not appear in the Anime.
 * Despite being a gold-ranked adventurer, many people were skeptical about how he received his rank.