Presented as a poised and imposing figure, Rory Mercury is captured in a dramatic pose that conveys both grace and lethal precision. The figure features flowing dark robes over ornate armor, with highlights on the metalwork that catch light from every angle. Her long black hair cascades around a pale, serene face, and her eyes hold a calm, measured gaze. A detailed cape flares behind her, adding movement to the static pose. Fine sculpting emphasizes fabric folds, delicate jewelry, and the contrast between soft cloth and hard metal. The paintwork uses subtle shading to suggest age and experience, giving the piece a regal, otherworldly presence.

Rory Mercury enters the Gate narrative as a formidable envoy from a distant world who unexpectedly becomes entangled with the Japanese Self-Defense Forces. Though she appears as a childlike figure, she embodies ancient wisdom and ruthless battlefield prowess that shape the course of the campaign. She serves as both mentor and ally, offering strategic insight and occult assistance in battles against overwhelming odds. Her presence challenges the soldiers’ assumptions about power, mercy, and duty, forcing them to weigh mercy against pragmatism in war. Throughout the arc, Rory’s choices reveal a devotion to her own people and a stubborn resolve to protect civilians, even when diplomacy fails and conflict intensifies.