Prince Dios is the mysterious, looming figure who saves Utena Tenjou after her parents died. Though not much is fully explained about his true thoughts and feelings, there is speculation as to if he is the princely character for either or both Anthy Himemiya and Utena. He has a devastatingly ruinous demeanor, which lead to Akio Ohtori's "birth" and Anthy's curse as the Rose Bride. His "ghost" frequently appears in Utena's duels, as a symbol of both her noble will and facade. In addition, Dios is the projection of Akio's former self.