Ivan Goncharov

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"Mankind fears what it cannot comprehend. But one can only gain happiness by presenting their body to that which transcends human understanding." — Goncharov to Ryūnosuke Akutagawa

Ivan Goncharov
Kanji	イバン・ゴンチャロフ
Rōmaji	Iban Goncharofu
Also Known As	Head Chamberlain (by himself) For appellations, see Relationships
Namesake	Ivan Goncharov (Russian novelist)
Personal Information
Status	Alive
Gender	Male
Birthday	June 18
Professional Information
Ability	The Precipice
Reference	The Precipice (Novel by Ivan Goncharov)
Occupation	Rats in the House of the Dead member
Affiliation	Rats in the House of the Dead
Appearances
Manga Debut	Chapter 51
Anime Debut	Episode 36
Portrayal
Japanese Voice	Kosuke Toriumi
English Voice	Erik Scott Kimerer

Ivan Goncharov (イバン・ゴンチャロフ,, Iban Goncharofu^?, Russian: Ива́н Гончаро́в, Iván Goncharóv) is a member of the Rats in the House of the Dead. His ability is The Precipice.

Appearance

Goncharov has long, straight silver hair that falls past his mid-back and silver eyes. Much of the top of his head is covered by bandages, presumably due to the surgery Fyodor Dostoevsky performed on him. He wears a white-sleeved shirt, black sleeve garters, and a black tie under a light brown vest. Additionally, he wears black trousers and plain black shoes.

Personality

Goncharov expresses his unwavering bliss and dedication to Fyodor.

Having had his "unhappiness removed", Goncharov is constantly seen smiling, either on the brink of bliss or completely mad with joy. As a result of the surgery, he has the utmost reverence towards Fyodor and does whatever his "master" says. Like the latter, Goncharov enjoys classical music.

In battle, Goncharov's joy never ceases, and he handles Atsushi Nakajima and Ryunosuke Akutagawa with great ease. He rarely loses his composure, even in the face of defeat, having great faith and confidence in Fyodor's scheme.

Ability

Main article: The Precipice

Goncharov's ability, The Precipice (断 (だん)崖 (がい),, Dangai^?, Russian: Обрыв, Obryv) lets Goncharov control the earth element, allowing him to manipulate rocks into golem-like arms or utilizing them as floating omnidirectional defense, and offense. His connection to earth allows him constant awareness of enemies in his surroundings as long as they stand on the ground. The rock is incredibly sturdy, withstanding repeated attacks from both Beast Beneath the Moonlight and Rashomon.

The Precipice (断 (だん)崖 (がい),, Dangai?)
	Manga Debut:	Chapter 52
	Anime Debut:	Episode 37
	Ability:	Geomancy

Background

Sometime in the past, Goncharov had his "unhappiness removed" by Fyodor via surgery. He has been completely devoted to Fyodor ever since.

Plot

Cannibalism Arc

Goncharov faces Akutagawa and Atsushi.

At an underground base, Goncharov serves some tea intended for Rats in the House of the Dead leader, Fyodor. He soon contacts his comrade Alexander Pushkin and tasks him to escape on his own as ordered by Fyodor. Later, he attacks Atsushi and Akutagawa at the cave, preventing them from chasing Pushkin. Using his ability and the assistance of Pushkin, they manage to infect both Akutagawa and Atsushi with the Cannibalism virus.

Goncharov restrained after his defeat.

Both Atsushi and Akutagawa manage to overpower Goncharov leading to his defeat. After the battle. Akutagawa pins him to the ground and starts to laugh. He states that his master removed the part of his brain that feels unhappiness. He then implicitly reveals that Fyodor was never in the hideout area in the first place and that they have been tricked. He also reveals their way of communication through the music.

Battles

Main article: List of Battles

Cannibalism Arc

Ryūnosuke Akutagawa and Atsushi Nakajima vs. Ivan Goncharov

Lose

Appearances

Manga Appearances

Chapters in order of appearance

Cannibalism Arc

• Chapter 51 - Echo, Part 1
• Chapter 52 - Echo, Part 2
• Chapter 53 - Echo, Part 3

Sky Casino Arc

• Chapter 64 - You and I, Children of Sin (mentioned)
• Chapter 70 - The Escape, Part 2 (flashback)

Kamui Revelation Arc

• Chapter 85 - Hero vs. Criminal, Part 2 (flashback)

Anime Appearances

Episodes in order of appearance

• Episode 36 - Cannibalism (Part 3)
• Episode 37 - Echo

Quotes

• "My master has granted I, his head chamberlain, Goncharov an order more pivotal than body-guarding. To deal with these ignorant intruders a chance to serve Master Dostoevsky."
• (To Ryunosuke Akutagawa and Atsushi Nakajima) "Do not forget. You are in the belly of my ability. The very earth you stand on is your enemy!"
• (To Atsushi Nakajima) "I suppose there is much pain left for you before reaching 'happiness'."
• "My master is the one who brings happiness to this Godless world. Anyone who defies his will is evil!"
• (To Ryunosuke Akutagawa) "Mankind fears what it cannot comprehend. But one can only gain happiness by presenting their body to that which transcends human understanding."

Etymology

• The name Ivan (Ива́н) means "God is gracious".
• The name Goncharov (Гончаро́в) means "potter".

Trivia

• In real life, Fyodor Dostoevsky considered Ivan Goncharov as an author of high stature. This relationship is reversed in the series.
• The real-life Goncharov considered The Precipice his greatest work, where he fully realized his greatest ambitions. Similarly, the in-series Goncharov views Fyodor's plan as a great work in need of fulfillment that he takes great pride in partaking in.

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