Grandson of the gentleman thief Arsène Lupin, he is an internationally wanted thief who leads the group's operations.
Master thief and charismatic adventurer who pursues legendary treasures while outwitting police, criminals, and conspirators.
Master thief and daring strategist whose ingenuity and personal code shape the story’s major adventures.
Master thief and gentleman burglar, leader of a criminal gang, known for his charm, cunning, and obsession with Fujiko Mine.
Master thief and central protagonist across the series. Known for his cunning heists, romantic entanglements with Fujiko, and frequent clashes with Inspector Zenigata. Consistently outsmarts powerful villains like Mamo and Count Cagliostro, uniting with his crew to secure legendary treasures while evading capture.
A brilliant gentleman thief whose daring schemes, disguises, improvisation, and moral independence drive the central adventures.
A local law enforcement officer who collaborates with zookeepers to track down and reclaim the escaped panda pair. He embodies the institutional pressure threatening the protagonists' new home.
An exceptionally clever master thief whose ambition, wit, disguises, and loyalty shape the main narrative.
Master thief and charismatic adventurer who drives the central heists and repeatedly outsmarts powerful enemies.
A charismatic master thief pursuing legendary treasures while outwitting criminals, authorities, and rival thieves.
A brilliant gentleman thief who drives the central heists, investigations, escapes, and conflicts across the franchise.
Rival scientist and inventor, constantly schemes to defeat Senbei and win Princess Front.
Yasuo Yamada has 22 screen credits in a career dating back to 1971. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently Lupin the Third Collection with 9 titles. Signature works include The Castle of Cagliostro, Lupin the Third: Bye Bye, Lady Liberty, Lupin the Third: The Legend of the Gold of Babylon. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 3 universes
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