Ban

Played by Tatsuhisa Suzuki · The Seven Deadly Sins · 2014-2021 (Seasons 1-4)
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Character Arc

Ban is the Fox's Sin of Greed and one of the most popular members of the Seven Deadly Sins. A former bandit, he gained immortality after drinking from the Fountain of Youth, which left him unable to die and gave him the power to steal the physical attributes of others through his ability Snatch. Easygoing, reckless and fiercely loyal, he reunites with Meliodas early in the group's reassembly.

Beneath his laid-back swagger, Ban is defined by love and loss. His devotion to Elaine, a fairy guardian tied to his immortality, drives some of the most emotional parts of his story, including his willingness to walk into death and damnation itself to try to bring her back. His friendship and rivalry with Meliodas, often expressed through their constant brawling, also reveal the depth of his loyalty to the captain.

Across the series Ban's arc balances his comic, devil-may-care exterior with a relentless determination to protect those he loves. His quests to reclaim Elaine and to stand by the Sins in their war against the Demon Clan turn his immortality from a curse into a tool he uses to shield his comrades, cementing him as the group's reckless but big-hearted heart.

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Meliodas

Played by Yuki Kaji

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Elizabeth Liones

Played by Sora Amamiya

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Character Analysis & Cultural Significance

Ban is one of the central figures in The Seven Deadly Sins, a anime/action/fantasy/adventure series that aired on Kodansha / A-1 Pictures from 2014-2021. Within the narrative of The Seven Deadly Sins, Ban serves as a pivotal character whose decisions and relationships drive key story arcs throughout 2014-2021 (Seasons 1-4). The character's journey has been central to many of the show's most memorable and discussed moments.

Portrayed by Tatsuhisa Suzuki, Ban has become one of the most recognizable characters in modern television. Tatsuhisa Suzuki's performance brings nuance and depth to the role, creating a character that resonates with audiences on both intellectual and emotional levels. The casting of Tatsuhisa Suzuki has been widely praised by both critics and fans as essential to the character's impact and the show's success.

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? Frequently Asked Questions

Ban is the Fox's Sin of Greed and is immortal after drinking from the Fountain of Youth, making him nearly impossible to kill. His signature ability, Snatch, lets him steal the physical qualities of others, such as their strength.

His on-site slug is written as 'ban-seven-deadly-sins' to keep it collision-safe and clearly tied to this series, since the short name 'Ban' is easily duplicated across many shows and characters.