Dagruel

Dagruel (ダグリュール) is a Demon Lord, the leader of the Giant race and the fourth seat of the Octagram. His territory is comprised of the Barren Lands at the westernmost part of the central continent.

Appearance
Dagruel has the appearance of a middle-aged man with blue eyes and slicked-back blue hair. He has three tattoos on his face resembling long teardrop-like lines: one at the center of his forehead, and two below his eyes running over his cheeks in the direction of his sideburns.

His 2-meter height and well-toned body, plus his tendency to never mask his aura give him the appearance of someone capable of shattering mountains with his bare hands.

Personality
Dagruel possesses keen observational skills and defies expectations by demonstrating a more composed demeanor than his intimidating appearance would suggest. While he exudes a quiet confidence in his formidable strength, he remains astutely aware of the deceit prevalent among his fellow demon lords.

Rather than harboring aggression, Dagruel exhibits a deep respect for the power wielded by others. His numerous encounters with Veldora Tempest, culminating in draws each time, attest to his willingness to engage in fierce battles. However, his territorial boundaries often clash with those of Luminous Valentine, leading to frequent confrontations.

Despite his epithet as the "Earthquake", there are indications that Dagruel possesses genuine concern for those dear to him. For centuries, he has generously provided Dino with free accommodation in his home, showcasing a sense of compassion. Recognizing the weakness of his three sons, Dagruel astutely sent them to train in Tempest, knowing that Rimuru's benevolent nature would likely spare their lives. In a strategic move, he instructed his sons to engage in a non-lethal skirmish in Tempest's capital, enabling them to assess their opponents' combat capabilities. Ultimately, their defeat at the hands of Shion, who prevailed without weapons, inspired them to seek her tutelage.

The revelation of Clayman's betrayal deeply offended Dagruel, highlighting his disdain for the act of Clayman eliminating subordinates.

Background
A long time ago, in the age of myth, an evil giant emerged from the depths of the earth, wreaking havoc wherever it went. Eventually, Veldanava intervened and managed to defeat the giant, splitting it into three separate entities: Dagruel and his two brothers, Fenn and Glassord. Over time, Dagruel and Glassord renounced their malevolent ambitions and strived for redemption, while Fenn clung to his wicked ways and was subsequently sealed away. As a reward for his change of heart, Veldanava granted Dagruel a parcel of land and entrusted him with the duty of guarding the Heaven Tower to prevent Fenn's release.

During his time at the Heaven Tower, Dagruel encountered a talented individual named Twilight Valentine, and the two developed a close friendship. Twilight often boasted about their most treasured creation, Luminous. Intrigued by Twilight's tales of Dagruel, Kisara and Basara who were also creations of Twilight, challenged Dagruel to a battle. Following their defeat, Kisara and Basara became Dagruel's disciples.

However, Dagruel's relationship with Luminous deteriorated significantly after she killed Twilight. A fierce power struggle ensued between the two, which temporarily subsided when Dagruel and Kisara married. Together, they had three sons: Dagura, Ryura, and Debura. Unfortunately, Kisara passed away, leaving Dagruel devastated. In his grief, he sealed Basara, who had fallen into a rampage, away for safety.

Dagruel's territory became embroiled in a fierce conflict between Milim Nava and Guy Crimson, pushing it to the brink of destruction. In order to mitigate the damage, Dagruel expelled the generated energy into another dimension, containing the aftermath. However, the residual energy leaking from a dimensional crack transformed the land into a deadly desert, giving rise to a massive sandstorm that devastated everything in its path. To secure food resources, the giants sent their young men and women across the treacherous desert. This incident fueled Dagruel's desire for Luminous' territory, as it offered a solution to the food shortage. Consequently, Dagruel joined the ranks of the Demon Lord Council, and he and Luminous commanded the largest factions within the group.

Throughout his long life, Dagruel formed deep friendships with Dino and Veldora. He invited Dino to live in his home, and the two became inseparable companions. Additionally, Dagruel engaged in numerous sparring sessions with Veldora, with neither emerging as a clear victor. Nonetheless, their battles earned them mutual respect and admiration for one another.

Trivia

 * Both Dagruel and his brothers were originally one being known as the Wicked God that rampaged in ancient times.