- "I'm the only ruler we need."
— Gilbert after killing Howard, revealing his nature as Edward's clone.
Gilbert Wu (ギルバート・
Appearance[]
Gilbert is a handsome young man of a tall and muscular build, with looks identical to that of Edward Wu when he was in his youth. He later slicks his hair back, bearing an even greater resemblance to his father. He wears a hoodie with lightning-like patterns upon it.
By the time before the match on Ganryu Island, Gilbert looks near identical to his father/clone, having a slick back hair with no extending hairback, wearing short-sleeved animal printed shirt with slacks, dress shoes, and sunglasses that covered his distinctive eyes
Personality[]
Gilbert, inheriting the memories of his father, essentially 'is' a younger Edward. Just like Edward, Gilbert was outwardly confident and prideful of his abilities, belittling his uncle for even thinking of taking over the clan upon Edward's passing. At the same time, he also respected those with real strength, praising Willem for being the only survivor besides himself after killing the moderates, and even praising his uncle Howard for being a 'monster', despite being the one who killed him.
When it comes to failures and setbacks, Gilbert is immature in admitting his faults and does not want to be reprimand by others except by Shen Wulong. He begrudging keeps his anger.
Gilbert wants to unite the Westward Faction like his father. As such he was very angry and frustrated when the Middle-East and African Wu Clans refused their aide in fighting the Kure Clan.
Plot[]
After the death of Edward and the other spares, a small-scale civil war ensued between Gilbert's faction and the moderate faction of the Wu clan, led by his uncle, Howard Wu. After a brief exchange between the two sides, a fight ensued, resulting in the death of most participants. However Gilbert managed to best his uncle and kill him, declaring that Wu Hei is a thing of the past. Gilbert asserted that he is the only ruler they need, revealing himself as not only a clone of Edward, but also his 'reincarnation' thanks to inheriting memories through Huisheng. With Howard's death, the moderate faction disbanded, and Gilbert united the rest of the clan under his leadership. Sometime after, Gilbert wished to meet Shen Wulong.
Two years later, Kure Horio and Wu Xing detail Gilbert's hostile takeover of the Westward Wu faction to Toyoda Idemitsu, Nogi Hideki and Katahara Metsudo. Horio adds that he believes the Westward Wu have become more dangerous with Gilbert as its leader, even compared to when Edward was in charge. He kneeled before Shen Wulong in their meeting.
Power & Abilities[]
The full extent of Gilbert's power is still unknown. However, being a clone of Edward Wu, and one who was explicitly designed to be better than his genetic template, it can be assumed he is monstrously powerful. He was capable of killing his uncle Howard, who himself was a very proficient fighter, with only minor injuries. Due to improvements made to his DNA, Willem Wu considers Gilbert’s combat abilities superior to Edwards.[1]
Guihun[]
As the member of the Wu Clan, Gilbert can release his strength with Guihun. As a clone of Edward, it can be presumed that Gilbert's release rate is also 100%.
Huisheng[]
Through Huisheng, Gilbert inherited his father's memories. However, because he's also a clone made to be better than his 'predecessor', Gilbert is essentially a better, younger version of Edward.
References[]
- ↑ Chapter 183