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Schtolteheim Reinbach III (シュトルテハイム・ラインバッハ3世, Shutorutehaimu Rainbahha 3-sei), also known simply as Reinbach, is a supporting character in Suikoden IV and Suikoden Tactics. Reinbach is the aristocratic son of the lord of Middleport, Schtolteheim Reinbach II.

Biography

He is a wonderful man. I would place him second to myself.

— Schtolteheim Reinbach III

Reinbach was the scion of Middleport, being the son of the town's lord, Schtolteheim Reinbach II. He behaved much like a typical member of the aristocracy, wearing overly flamboyant clothing and frequently breaking into histrionics.

Although he had a fondness for those who share his aesthetic sense, he also has a stubborn side, shown when he disassociated himself with his father due to the latter's shady business deals concerning Rune Cannon components as, unlike his father, Reinbach III possessed a pure and noble heart.

When Reinbach discovered the actions of his father, he would leave his household, accompanied by his faithful servant Micky before being offered a place on the Headquarters Ship by its leader. Although eager to aid the Allied Forces, he suffered from extreme seasickness, causing him to spend most of his time on ship laying down.

Following the Island Liberation War, Reinbach reconciled with his father and succeeded his father, taking up the mantle of Lord of Middleport. Some years later, he would encounter Kyril through their mutual use of the Quest Guild where, upon learning of Kyril's journey to destroy rune cannons, he would accompany the youth's party on their quest, along with his good friend Charlemagne.

A biography on Reinbach by Micky, titled The Rose Swordsman, would enshrine Reinbach as a noble hero into posterity. In future generations, his name would be used as an alias on several occasions, including by Viktor during the Gate Rune War as he tried to pass through the Fortress of Kwaba undetected.

Gameplay

Suikoden IV

Confessions

Confession
Keen	You have done well by coming here. In this room, you may confess what is in your heart and accept proper judgement.
Reinbach III	Ah, who could possibly understand the things I agonize about? Still, I shall take this a good opportunity to reflect upon myself. Now, carry on...
Keen	Would you secretly inform me about anyone onboard this ship who you think is causing problems?
Reinbach III	Let's see...Micky is...not taking very good care of me. It is troubling...He came aboard this ship with promises of caring for me...It is deplorable how he has seemingly broke that promise.
Keen	Then, would you tell me what you think of the Hero?
Reinbach III	He is a wonderful man. I would place him second to myself.
Keen	Finally, quietly confess the things you wish to atone for, or all the things that you are thankful for.
Reinbach III	I spend everyday reflecting upon myself in contrition. I spend my time diligently, so as not to trouble anyone else. Therefore, I would never need to apologize! You see?
Forgiven
Reinbach III	Splendid...This is the right result.
Punished
Reinbach III	...!!...!!...!! What is the meaning of this? This...What does this mean?!

Recruiting

Recruitment
File:Reinbach portrait (Suikoden IV).png	Following plot events in Middleport, complete Reinbach's request by obtaining the Rose Crest from Gareth in the upper-left room of the inn on Nay Island and delivering it to Reinbach at the docks in Middleport.

Suikoden Tactics

Recruiting

Recruitment
File:Reinbach portrait (Suikoden Tactics).png	Accept and clear the quest "Dear Friend..." in Middleport. The quest can only be completed from Chapter 15 on.

Name and Weapon

Reinbach's name has been a running gag in the series and was often used by characters during undercover missions:

Viktor uses the name when the party tries to pass the Fortress of Kwaba.
The player has the choice to call Flik by that pseudonym during their undercover mission in Greenhill.
Chris Lightfellow has the option to call herself by that name when she introduces herself to Yun.
The leader of the Headquarters Ship can introduce himself by that name to Reinbach personally.

His name has a German tone to it, with the suffix -heim meaning home. Reinbach can be translated to clear stream.

His weapon names Rosage, Marguerite and Orchidees are identical to those of Milich Oppenheimer in Suikoden.

Music

Reinbach Theme
	File:Reinbach Theme.mp3

Reinbach's theme in Suikoden IV is the aptly named "Reinbach Theme". It is song 27 on disc 1 of the official Gensosuikoden IV Original Soundtrack. Despite the different name, the song is indeed a rearrange of "Theme of Narcissism", which was present in previous games.

In Suikoden Tactics, Reinbach's theme is again "Theme of Narcissism", with a new arrangement for the game. It is song 25 on disc 1 of the Rhapsodia Original Soundtrack.

Trivia

Suikoden V is the only main title that does not feature a Reinbach gag.

References

Gensosuikoden Kiwami Encyclopedia, pages 60, 430, 559

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+|name=Reinbach
+|portrait=[[File:Reinbach portrait (Suikoden Tactics).png|80px]]
+|recruit= Accept and clear the quest "Dear Friend..." in [[Middleport]]. The quest can only be completed from Chapter 15 on.
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