Gajeel Redfox is a tall, muscular young man with long, spiky black hair slicked back to reveal his forehead. His sharp red eyes with slitted pupils are framed by rows of metal studs—three above each eye, two on each side of his nose, and two on his chin—that give him an intimidating, reptilian visage. Most of his body is covered in similar studs, and he moves with the coiled readiness of a predator. Though he initially appears cold and apathetic, even lashing out at allies who annoy him, Gajeel is fiercely devoted to whichever guild he calls home. After joining Fairy Tail, his sense of comradeship deepened, and he will not hesitate to confront even a more powerful mage if they threaten his friends. His gruff exterior hides a newfound loyalty that shapes his every action.