Nephlyte

By Calcite

FROM:The television series, by DiC, copyright 1995, and the Sailor Moon Manga, by Naoko Takeuchi, Kodasha, and others, copyright 1992.

A QUICK NOTE ON NAMES: Neffy's name is one of the most contested facts regarding Sailor Moon. In the manga, his name is pronounced as, "Nefuraitos". Translated into English, it is the name for a type of jade, Nephrite. Americanized, it is Nephlyte, Nephlite, Neflite, or Neflyte. In China, he is called Lei'En.

DESCRIPTION: Nephlyte is tall, with long, wavy redish hair. He's approximately 22 years old in the Manga, but his age is not mentioned in the North American version. He is affectionately referred to (in the Manga) as Nef or Neffy, and he drives a really cool red Ferrari. As a general of the Negaverse, he wears a grey uniform with red gems and yellow trim. He was a typical bad guy for awhile, not caring about people in general, and hating the Sailor Scouts. However, when he fell in love with Molly (in the TV series; he fell for Lita in the Manga), he realized how strong the power of love really is.

HISTORY: After Jadeite was put into eternal sleep by Queen Beryl for failure, Nephlyte took over. His mission was to 1.) capture energy for the Negaverse, 2.) kill the Sailor Scouts, and 3.) find the Imperium Silver Crystal. He secluded himself in a mansion hidden in the forest, and called upon the powers of the stars to lead him to his next victim, from whom he would try to steal energy, but was thwarted by the Sailor Scouts each time.
Meanwhile, in the Negaverse, the nasty Zoisite, next in line for Nephlyte's postition, plotted to kill him. They hated each other, and had many memorable (and funny) arguements, which The Bitch usually lost.
Back on Earth, Maxfield Stanton, his 'normal person' alias, was the object of Molly's adoration. Nephlyte finally realized that he loved her, and decided to fight for Good. They were going to live happily ever after, when Zoisite kidnapped Molly, to lure Neffy into a trap. Hesaved her, but was mortally wounded in a nearby park later, fighting off Zoisite's youmas. He died in Molly's arms, with the Sailor Scouts watching in shock as his body disintegrated into a cloud of shimmering dust, until all that was left was the bandage Molly had put on his arm. Soooooo sad!


By Calcite

MEMORABLE QUOTES:

  • "Since you are affiliated with the Moon, I am sure you can appreciate the power of the Stars!" to Sailor Moon, in 'Who's that Masked Man?'.

  • "I guess I lied about that chocolate parfait." (to Molly as he was dying)


By Calcite

WHY KRISTEN LIKES HIM: Nephlyte is wonderfully evil in the beginning of the series. He's sexy, and has an arrogant air about him that is just thrilling. I think that life with him around would be really exciting. He's got these awesome star-powers, which he uses to find his next victim that are truly amazing. At first, I didn't like his voice, but the more I listen to it, the sexier it becomes. Oh, and every time he tells of Ms. Bitch.....I love his attitude! When he realizes that he loves Molly, he becomes the sweetest guy in the world, and even gives his life for her; that's so romantic! Besides, he drives a red Ferrari. Enough said.

Go to: Calcite's Nephrite Shrine - This is wonderful! Amazing! Someone with TASTE! Calcite draws great pics of the ever-sexy Neffy, and some otehr characters from Sailor Moon; check them out!
Go to: Nephlyte for a really cool Nephlyte page, with more pics (this is where we got the ones on this page)
Go to: Brockway's Sailor Moon Blowout for more info on the Sailor Moon plot, characters, and more.

Check out my Sailor Moon RPG characterization of Nephlyte here

I know it took me awhile to get this up, but I just have to tell everyone where this gorgeous Neffy background (and the equally beautiful bar) came from. My good friend Catsy, of Catsy's Realm (PLEASE see below) made it for us. Please check out all the other beautiful backgrounds that she's done! Thanks!
- Kristen

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