Chrollo Lucilfer

Chrollo Lucilfer is the charismatic and cunning leader of the Phantom Troupe, a notorious group of thieves. Known for his calm demeanor and strategic mind, he possesses the unique ability to steal and utilize the Nen abilities of others.

Quick Facts

  • What is Chrollo Lucilfer's occupation?

    Leader of the Phantom Troupe, Thief

  • What is Chrollo's age?

    28 (current)

  • What is Chrollo's height and weight?

    177 cm, 68 kg

  • What is Chrollo's Nen type?

    Specialist

  • What is Chrollo's most notable ability?

    Skill Hunter

  • What is Chrollo's personality?

    Calm, intelligent, charismatic, ruthless

  • What is Chrollo's origin?

    Meteor City

Description

Personality

Chrollo Lucilfer is a calm, intelligent, and charismatic leader of the Phantom Troupe, a notorious group of thieves. He's a skilled strategist and confident in his abilities, always maintaining a composed demeanor even in tense situations. While ruthless and capable of cold-blooded actions, he also displays a fascination with human nature and a surprising loyalty to his fellow Troupe members, showing genuine grief at their deaths. His manipulative nature is evident in his interactions with others, as he can easily charm and deceive to achieve his goals. Chrollo's personality is complex, showcasing a blend of calculated ruthlessness and unexpected emotional depth. He values the Phantom Troupe above all else, viewing himself as merely a replaceable part of the whole. This dedication to his group, coupled with his intellectual curiosity and strategic mind, makes him a formidable and intriguing antagonist. His calm observation of Gon's hostility, and his later fascination with Hisoka's unwavering spirit, hint at a deeper understanding of human motivations, even if he ultimately views people as little more than pawns in his grand scheme. His past in Meteor City and his early experiences creating dubs with his future Troupe members suggest a more compassionate and playful side, a stark contrast to his current persona. This contrast highlights a significant shift in his personality, likely shaped by the harsh realities of his life and the tragedies he's endured. His actions, while often brutal, are driven by a complex internal code of loyalty and a desire for self-preservation within the context of his chosen family.

Abilities

Chrollo Lucilfer's abilities stem primarily from his Nen ability, **Skill Hunter**, which allows him to steal and utilize the Nen abilities of others. He stores these abilities within a conjured book, requiring specific conditions to be met for the theft to occur: witnessing the ability, asking questions about it, receiving a palm touch on his book, and completing all within an hour. Using a stolen ability requires keeping the book open to that page, limiting him to one at a time unless he uses his **Double Face** bookmark, which allows him to use abilities even with the book closed. His stolen abilities are diverse, ranging from conjuration (**Fun Fun Cloth**, **Gallery Fake**, **Order Stamp**) and manipulation (**Black Voice**) to abilities of unknown Nen types (**Indoor Fish**, **The Sun and Moon**, **Convert Hands**). The abilities are subject to the limitations and emotional state of their original users. After the death of an original user, the ability disappears from his book unless it involves post-mortem Nen, as seen with **The Sun and Moon**. Beyond Skill Hunter, Chrollo possesses exceptional physical attributes. He demonstrates preternatural perception, enhanced strength and speed, and remarkable agility. His strategic mind and mastery of hand-to-hand combat, combined with his proficiency in using weapons like Ben's Knife, make him a formidable opponent. His Nen mastery is evident in his flawless Zetsu, allowing him to move undetected, and his ability to utilize Ren and Gyo. His skill in manipulating Nen is also shown in his ability to use multiple stolen abilities simultaneously and his understanding of Nen loopholes and post-mortem Nen. Chrollo's fighting style is highly adaptable, leveraging his stolen abilities and physical prowess to overwhelm opponents. His fight against Hisoka showcased his strategic brilliance and mastery of multiple Nen abilities, demonstrating his ability to use his stolen abilities in creative and unexpected ways. He even prepared for the fight by acquiring new abilities specifically to counter Hisoka's strengths. His calm demeanor and strategic thinking allow him to remain composed even in the face of overwhelming odds.