Aston Altland
Aston Altland is a supporting character in Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans. Formerly a child soldier enslaved as Human Debris, he joins Tekkadan after being invited by Orga Itsuka following the fall of the Brewers. He is stationed at Tekkadan's Earth Branch, where he serves as one of their primary mobile suit pilots.
Overview
Aston Altland is a supporting character in Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans. Formerly a child soldier enslaved as Human Debris, he joins Tekkadan after being invited by Orga Itsuka following the fall of the Brewers. He is stationed at Tekkadan's Earth Branch, where he serves as one of their primary mobile suit pilots.
Appearance
Aston is a young male with dark skin, short hair, and a muscular build. He features thick eyebrows and a scar on his cheek, and wears a jacket.
Personality
Having grown up under harsh conditions as Human Debris, Aston is initially quiet, stoic, and detached, viewing himself as little more than an expendable tool. Over time, through his connections within Tekkadan, he gradually opens up and develops a strong sense of loyalty and affection toward his companions.
Abilities
Aston possesses exceptional mobile suit piloting skills, ranking among the top pilots in Tekkadan's Earth Branch. He serves as the pilot for the UGY-R41 Man Rodi and its ground-use variant, the Landman Rodi.
Background
Aston originally operated as a Human Debris child soldier under the space pirate group Brewers. Following the collapse of the organization, he joined Tekkadan at the invitation of Orga Itsuka and was assigned to the Earth Branch alongside Takaki Uno and other members.
Relationships
Aston joins Tekkadan after receiving an offer from Orga Itsuka. At the Earth Branch, he forms a deep bond with Takaki Uno and his younger sister Fuka Uno, coming to view them as precious family.
Trivia
The Man Rodi and Landman Rodi units piloted by Aston are modifications of the mobile suit lineage originally utilized during his time with the Brewers.