Martin (Rune Factory 5)

Martin (マーティン, Maatin) is a young man who became a blacksmith's apprentice aiming to become the best in the world. He doesn't talk much, and is rather professional in manner, but there are rumors that he secretly names his favorite tools. As he's aloof, he gets misunderstood sometimes. He's always thinking about the forge, but his meeting with the protagonist will change his world.

Trivia

 * Martin's weapon preference is a hammer. To use combo attack techniques with Martin, you must also use a hammer.
 * In the Rune Factory 5 Destined Person ♡ Diagnosis Quiz, Martin was compared to Doug from Rune Factory 4/Special. If you're given him as a destined partner, the result reads: "Your destined partner is Martin, a craftsman who dreams of becoming the best blacksmith. He secretly names his tools and strives to make the best tools possible. You're sure to fall in love with him! If you want to turn his attention towards you, close the distance between the both of you by casting healing spells to soothe his tired body and giving him his favorite fruits. If you give him space as he pursues his dreams and support him with gentle care, you'll greatly increase your chances of reaching your goal." The question featuring his chibi art is "Do you consider yourself a dexterous person?"
 * Each Japanese voice actor has provided commentary on their characters and on Rune Factory 5 as a whole. The following is the English translation of Jun Fukuyama's commentary: (The audio can be accessed in-game by clicking "Voice Actor Commentary" on the main menu.)"Hi, everyone. This is Jun Fukuyama, the voice of Martin. We actually just finished recording over here. My character for this game works as a blacksmith...so he makes all kinds of weapons and armor. He can also help you outside of your regular farming life, such as when you need to go fight monsters. That being said, he's a bit, how should I put it...blunt in his interactions with others. But after you spend some time getting to know Martin, you'll see another side to him. He also has a little brother, and is apprenticed to a master blacksmith whom he greatly respects. So while he may still come across as blunt, he still has that subtle spark of humanity. Now, if any of you haven't fully developed your relationship with Martin yet... This may go without saying, but... If you still haven't played the game...I really hope you get to know Martin well, and see just what a great guy he is. I definitely had to record a lot of stuff for him—all sorts of lines—although I'm not exactly sure what they'll end up using. I hope you get a chance to hear all of them. There's plenty to do in the world of Rune Factory 5, of course. Even as you're toiling on your farm in this fantasy world, you really feel like the people are going about their normal, everyday lives. You have to raise all sorts of crops, harvest them, make sure you water them properly... And when the weather takes a turn for the worse, you have to figure out how to deal with it. I know things in the real world are pretty rough right now, so please take this chance to create your own amazing little world in Rune Factory. I hope you get to live your best life alongside all of the other kind- hearted people living there. To tell the truth, I'm a fan of fantasy games where you get to battle other people...so I end up gravitating toward crafting and such in games like this. I'm pretty bad when it comes to growing stuff, but I've always admired people who can make things themselves. At one point in my life I thought it would be kind of cool to become a swordsmith. And right now I want to realize a modest dream of making shoes after I retire. Oh, but don't get me wrong here! I haven't actually made anything yet. I'd just like to try, is all. I'm not saying I will, but I'd at least like to give it a go. Hopefully you'll understand that this is just the kind of person I am. Thank you to everyone who's already started playing the game. And I wish the best to all the people about to start your journeys. This has been Jun Fukuyama, the voice of Martin in Rune Factory 5. So with that all said...I think it's about time you jumped back into the game. I'll be there to lend you a hand and help keep your farm running smoothly. Give it all you got, you hear me?"

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 * Not the whole event. Current images retrieved from Martin's Introductory Trailer.