[Saga of Tanya the Evil] Introducing the charm of Kurt von Rudelsdorf

He is a central figure in the General Staff and displays a logical way of thinking that belies his appearance. While little is known about Rudelsdorf, a closer look reveals new discoveries, such as his excessive cigar smoking. Let's take a closer look at him.

What kind of person is Rudelsdorf?

Source: ©Carlo Zen, published by KADOKAWA / The Saga of Tanya the Evil Production Committee

Rudelsdorf is the Imperial Army's Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations and a Brigadier General. He and Zettour have always been good friends, and I think they complement each other's shortcomings. The way he stands tall at the General Staff Headquarters with a thick cigar in his mouth is the very image of a general. His well-groomed moustache and eyebrows give him a dignified presence like Takeda Shingen, and he exudes the air of a leader.

Is Rudelsdorf logical?

The Operations Bureau also needs a mobile, flexible force that can be used at will.

Source: ©Carlo Zen, KADOKAWA / The Saga of Tanya the Evil Production Committee

She was the first to advocate for the benefits of the Rapid Response Mage Battalion and supported Zettour's proposal. If Zettour had not chosen Tanya, Rudelsdorf would likely have used her as his trusted adviser. From these observations, we can see that she is a logical person.

Do you like alcohol and cigars?

Source: ©Carlo Zen, KADOKAWA / The Saga of Tanya the Evil Production Committee

Rudelsdorf is such an avid smoker that it's hard to imagine a time when he's not smoking. He's smoking everywhere. It's also amazing that he can even talk with a cigar in his mouth.

How about repaying this debt with some of my treasured wine?

Source: ©Carlo Zen, KADOKAWA / The Saga of Tanya the Evil Production Committee

Luddensdorf may also like alcohol. Although Zettour turned him down.

Rudelensdorf is Rerugen's direct superior

Source: ©Carlo Zen, published by KADOKAWA / The Saga of Tanya the Evil Production Committee

As deputy chief of staff for operations, he is Rerugen's direct superior. It seems that it's Rudelsdorf who mostly gives Rerugen instructions, such as handing over Tanya's thesis, and they don't seem to visit Zettour very often. Perhaps a conflict like this will break out in the future, with Tanya relying on Zettour and Rerugen relying on Rudelsdorf.

He values Tanya highly

Is this a story from the military academy? It's also a superior's duty to strike back.

Source: ©Carlo Zen, KADOKAWA / The Saga of Tanya Production Committee

Even though Rerugen tried to explain Tanya's unique personality to the Operations Bureau, Rudensdorf refused to listen. Instead, he declared her to be an ideal person. Tanya's subsequent treatment was excellent, and he placed her at the center of operations and personally called her in to hear her opinions, demonstrating his high regard for her.

Summary

Source: ©Carlo Zen, Published by KADOKAWA / The Saga of Tanya the Evil Production Committee

Rudelsdorf was surprisingly logical, had a good eye for people, and was a cigar smoker.