༒︎Nero is one of the main protagonists of the Devil May Cry franchise. He first appeared as a playable character in Devil May Cry 4, and later in Devil May Cry 5. He was strictly raised in Fortuna and served as a Holy Knight in the Order of the Sword, a religious group that worships Sparda and fights to protect the world from demons. It is later revealed that he is the son of Vergil, nephew of Legendary Devil Hunter Dante, and grandson of Legendary Dark Knight Sparda.Nero is a dark hunter born from the ashes of lost faith. Raised in the shadows of the Order of the Sword, he no longer follows anyone’s doctrine.

His blood is that of Sparda, but he has rejected both humanity and demons.

He doesn’t seek justice — he watches the world crumble in silence.

His eyes are yellow, cold as steel. Words are rare. Movements — precise Son of Vergil. Heir to power. Loyal to no one.