Ancient Egypt (古代エジプト, Kodaiejiputo) is a supporting character in the series Hetalia. She is the personification of Ancient Egypt. Some fans also refer to her as Kemet, which was the name ancient Egyptian people had for their land and means "Black Land" (likely derived from the dark, fertile land around the Nile). She is also the mother of Egypt.
Appearance[]
Chibi Ancient Egypt from the March 2015 issue of Jump SQ
Ancient Egypt has light brown skin, straight, shoulder-length brown hair and blue eyes. A golden headband holds her hair, she wears a flowy light blue dress that is often adorned with jewelry. Her golden jewelry consists of a belt, small round earrings, several bracelets or bangles, and a large necklace.
Personality And Interests[]
In her Jump SQ 2015 March Issue Spin-off Chapter Bio, Ancient Egypt is described to usually appear as a mysterious figure from afar due to her using a whip with constant following of sorceries and magics. It's the opposite since in reality, she's very likeable and pretty lenient. She worries about others assuming that she's a strict and scary country because of the Stone Slate Crusher. Most of her traits are passed down to her son Egypt along with many of her historical remains.
Ancient Rome said to have fallen in love with her at first sight, though she's speculated not to have returned his interest.
Her appearance and traits are in fault due to the Hyksos kings. Ancient Egypt worships on cats so she's visibly upset and not relieved when cats are shared with Ancient Rome and quickly spreads to others. Her pyramids and artifacts still attract archaeologists from all around the world.
Appearances[]
Manga[]
- World☆Stars Jump SQ 2015 March Issue[1]
- World☆Stars Chapter 21: The Mood is Positive[2] (cameo)
- World☆Stars Chapter 81[3]
- World☆Stars Volume 2 Extras[4]
Relationships[]
Egypt[]
- Main article: Egypt
Egypt holds a special place for Ancient Egypt in his heart as she's his mother. He inherits most of her traits and possessions and he's shown to have his mother's mementos among other things. There are no direct appearances with both of them except in a Bamboo Sketch Entry where Ancient Egypt is cradling a baby Egypt in her arms.
Ancient Rome[]
- Main article: Ancient Rome
In Ancient Rome's conversation with his bosses, he states Ancient Egypt as one of the cutest girls he ever meet. He is the first to know about Ancient Egypt's cats before spreading it to everyone else.
Trivia[]
- Despite not appearing until much later in the series, she was frequently mentioned whenever Egypt appeared and in his profile information, often in the context of how archaeologists and tourists from around the world are still fascinated by the ruins and history she left behind. At the beginning of her formal debut, she referred to herself as the "country of the sphinx and the pyramids".
- The first sketch of the character was grouped with three other characters, one of them being Ancient Greece and the other two presumably ancient civilizations as well.
- She is sometimes pictured with the Ancient Egyptian god, Medjed.
Notes[]
- ↑ When exactly she was born is unknown, but it is likely that she represents all eras of Ancient Egypt. When exactly she died is also unknown.
- ↑ Her exact physical age has not been stated, however, it is known that she is an adult because of several factors, such as that she is Egypt's mother.
- ↑ The word used here, "威光" can also be translated as power; authority; influence.
- ↑ Relating to fashion and jewelry.
- ↑ One of the Pharaohs in the 18th Dynasty who is most likely the father of Tutankhamun. He is most known for introducing and enforcing a monotheistic religion centering around the sun disc god Aten, which is the storyline of the Jump SQ. Official Tour Edition comic where Ancient Egypt made her formal comic debut. Click here for more information.
- ↑ A very popular treat in Ancient Egypt, often used to sweeten food. It was also used for a variety of medical purposes, rituals, mummification, and more. Click here, here, and here for more information.
- ↑ Two of the staple foods in the Ancient Egyptian diet. Click here for more information.
References[]
- ↑ Himaruya, Hidekaz. [Jump SQ. Official Tour Edition]. English.
- ↑ Himaruya, Hidekaz. December 1, 2014. "21話 [Chapter 21: The Mood is Positive]" ヘタリア World☆Stars 1 [Hetalia World☆Stars 1] English.
- ↑ Himaruya, Hidekaz. July 6, 2015. "81話 [Chapter 81]" ヘタリア World☆Stars 2 [Hetalia World☆Stars 2] English.
- ↑ Himaruya, Hidekaz. July 3, 2015. "オマケ [Bonus]" ヘタリア World☆Stars 2 [Hetalia World☆Stars 2] English.