Kamandol

カマンドール Kamandōru

Artwork by Kawano Junko

Physical Information

Race

Human

Gender

Male

Birth Date

SY 403

Age

55 (S1)

Biographical Information

Star

Chiri Star

From

Teien

Meta Information

Appearances

Suikoden

Kamandol (カマンドール, Kamandōru) is a supporting character in Suikoden. An alchemist by trade, Kamandol invented an engine that ran on oil.

History

There's nothing I can't do...with enough time and money, that is.

— Kamandol

Kamandol was a distinguished alchemist hailing from the town of Teien, who devoted his life to extensive research, particularly following the theories presented by the alchemist Dennis Toller in his renowned work "Dialogues of Wind and Earth." In addition to his alchemical pursuits, Kamandol showcased remarkable skills as a mechanic, successfully crafting an engine that operated on burning oil.

Noted for his idiosyncrasies, those in his vicinity often perceived him as a grumpy and eccentric old man who strongly disliked interruptions. To discourage uninvited visitors, he even had a sign on his door imploring people to stay away.

Although socializing was not his forte, he did engage in good-natured arguments and shared drinks on occasion with his neighbor, Gen. It was Gen who recognized the potential value of Kamandol's work and convinced him to join the Toran Liberation Army, as he believed Kamandol's expertise could aid the party in navigating the treacherous Rapids of Dunan.

During the events of the Gate Rune War, Gen and Kamandol collaborated and further improved their design, leading to the creation of a more powerful Speedboat. While at Toran Castle, Kamandol tirelessly toiled away in the castle's laboratory, devoting himself day and night to his work.

He despised being called old. Although his youth was indeed spent, it was all for the purposes of research and his youuthful enthusiasm never wavered. His mind was as youthful and curious as ever when it came to discovering new applications for his alchemy.

After the conclusion of the Gate Rune War, Kamandol simply resumed his unwavering focus on alchemical studies, continuing his profound dedication to the field.

Game info

Recruitment

Recruitment Data
How to recruit
Recruited automatically in Teien during events in the Gouran region.
Castle LV	Type	Level	Weapon LV
Automatic	Male	22	3

Battle Bonds

Good Will
Action	Character(s)
Protects	Protects no one
Protected by	Protected by no one

Unite Attacks
Name	Members
Stuck With You Attack	Gen, Kamandol

Equipment

Equipment Classes
Slot	Class
Helmet	Helmet
Armor	Kenpo gi
Shield	Cannot equip
Other	Male

Rune
Slot	Rune
Runes	None

Starting Equipment
Slot	Piece
Helmet	None
Armor	Guard Robe
Shield	Cannot equip
Other	None None
Items	None

Stats

Stat Growth
LV	Grade	LV 1	LV 20	LV 60	LV 90
HP	D	24	170	600	770
STR	E	12	60	128	150
DEX	B	14	106	180	210
PROT	G	11	43	88	110
MAG	F	12	51	108	130
SPD	F	12	51	108	130
LCK	G	11	43	88	110

War Battles

Unit Details
Class	Info
Unit	The Carpenters
Unit Type	Charge
Defeat	Cannot die or be wounded

War Stats
Stat	Value
Leader ATK	3
Sub ATK	2
Soldiers	130

Weapon

Weapon Levels
LV	Name	ATK
1	Steel Rod	3
2		5
3		7
4		10
5		13
6		17
7	Master Rod	28
8		33
9		38
10		44
11	Rod of Hermes	60
12		70
13		85
14		100
15		114
16		130

Weapon Details
Skill	Description
Type	Rod
Range	Short
Initial LV	3
Runes	None attached

Unite Attack

Unite Attack
Name	Partner(s)	Target	Damage
Stuck With You Attack	Gen Kamandol	1 enemy	2.0x

Genso Suikoden Card Stories TCG

Card #	Name	Type	Release
CS2-356	Kamandol	Craftman	CS2 Booster Pack Vol.3

Gallery

Artwork

Suikoden artwork by Kawano Junko

In-Game

Suikoden Sony PlayStation portrait
Suikoden I&II HD Remaster artwork by Kawano Junko

Trivia

Kamandol's final weapon, the Rod of Hermes is a reference to the "Staff of Hermes," which is the symbol of medicine.
Kamandol is described in Old Book Volume 5 as a "Popular alchemist of Teien."
In the English-language version of Suikoden, when Kamandol is visited by Gen, he offers Gen his finest tea, but in the Japanese version, Kamandol offers Gen sake.

Other languages and releases

Japanese (katakana)	カマンドール
Japanese (romaji)	Kamandōru
Chinese simplified (HDR)	卡曼多
Chinese traditional (HDR)	卡曼多魯
Chinese pinyin	Kǎ màn duō lǔ

English	Kamandol
French	Kamandol
German	Kamandol
Italian	Kamandol
Spanish	Kamandol

References

Genso Suikoden Encyclopaedia (ISBN 4-575-16297-3), pages 61-62
Genso Suikoden 108 Stars Character Guide (ISBN 4-7753-0050-4), page 45
Genso Suikoden Kiwami Encyclopedia, pages 37, 76