History Main / FieryStoic

* PlayedWith in ''Manga/MyHeroAcademia'' with Shouto Todoroki. He speaks softly but tends to give others the cold shoulder, but he has both fire ''and'' ice powers. At first he avoids using his fire to spite his fire-using father, but then has a NotSoStoic moment the first time he ''does'' break it out in combat. However, even when he does come to terms with his fire side, he still remains calm and collected.

** Villain Zolf Kimblee is a MadBomber with explosive powers, who is [[FauxAffablyEvil always calm and polite]].

* Yukiko in ''VideoGame/{{Persona 4}}'' fits this trope to a tee (her main offensive element is fire and she's the [[YamatoNadeshiko demure daughter of the local innkeeper]]), right down to occasionally showing flashes of a much more brutal personality (most notable after scoring a critical hit). She's contrasted with [[TomBoy Chie]] who similarly inverts the personality associated with AnIcePerson.
* Blaze The Cat from the ''VideoGame/SonicTheHedgehog'' series not only has fiery powers, but is also a cold, aloof loner who keeps her emotions boiled up. Introverted or not, it's not a good idea to [[BerserkButton make her angry]].

** The page image is [[CoolOldGuy Uncle Iroh]], a laidback, goofy MentorArchetype who happens to be the Fire Lord's brother. Early in the series he's mostly played as his nephew Zuko's comic relief, though rather than a case of ObfuscatingStupidity, he really believes that one of the best lessons his nephew could learn is how to lighten up. Iroh is deeply kind, very wise, and one of the most skilled firebenders in the world -- though perhaps not necessarily as powerful as his brother, as firebending in particular ''is'' generally fuelled by strong emotion (though as it turns out, [[spoiler: it doesn't have to be, the original method focusing much more on its association with life rather than rage and hatred]], and he's considered to be the ''only'' person other than Aang who could conceivably beat Ozai in a straight fight).

* Signum from the ''Franchise/LyricalNanoha'' series has a natural affinity for the fire element (allowing her to convert her mana into flame at will) and includes flames in pretty much all of her combat spells. Personality-wise, she verges on GermanicDepressives levels of stoic. This is possibly justified by the elemental affinities like hers being just a random genetic trait among mages in the setting, rather than being tied to their personalities.

This is one way of [[PowerStereotypeFlip flipping elemental stereotypes]], giving characters with fiery powers (or lots of firepower -- see KillItWithFire, MadBomber and ThrowDownTheBomblette) a more serene, [[TheStoic stoic]], composed, wise, or just plain ''nice'' personality that contrasts with the destructive power of fire. It's often justified InUniverse by explaining that they need to maintain their cool to keep their chosen element from getting [[PowerIncontinence out of control]]. It can be equally justified that it is one area where the normal [[FourTemperamentEnsemble choleric personality]] actually has the fire-forged patience (heh heh) to keep their cool.

SubTrope of PowerStereotypeFlip. Particularly common with characters who harness ThePowerOfTheSun rather than harsher earthly (or [[{{Hellfire}} hellish]]) flames. Compare GeniusBruiser for another character archetype which contrasts with their usual portrayal, and MakingASplash, for characters who wield the element this personality is more commonly associated with. Contrast {{Pyromaniac}} and BurningWithAnger.

** The page image is [[CoolOldGuy Uncle Iroh]], a laidback, goofy MentorArchetype who happens to be the Fire Lord's brother. Early in the series he's mostly played as his nephew Zuko's comic relief, though rather than a case of ObfuscatingStupidity, he really believes that one of the best lessons his nephew could learn is how to lighten up. Iroh is deeply kind, very wise, and one of the most skilled firebenders in the world -- though perhaps not necessarily as powerful as his brothe, as firebending in particular ''is'' generally fuelled by strong emotion (though as it turns out, [[spoiler: it doesn't have to be, the original method focusing much more on its association with life rather than rage and hatred]], and he's considered to be the ''only'' person other than Aang who could conceivably beat Ozai in a straight fight).

* In ''Manga/MyHeroAcademia'', Shouto Todoroki is a fire hero who speaks softly but tends to give others the cold shoulder. Though it's possible that part of the reason he is this way is because he [[SuperpowerLottery also has]] [[AnIcePerson control over ice]] and tries to avoid using his fire powers to spite his father. Even when he does come to terms with his fire side, he still remains calm and collected.

** The page image is [[CoolOldGuy Uncle Iroh]], a laidback, goofy MentorArchetype who happens to be the Fire Lord's brother. Early in the series he's mostly played as his nephew Zuko's comic relief, though rather than a case of ObfuscatingStupidity, he really believes that one of the best lessons his nephew could learn is how to lighten up. Iroh is deeply kind, very wise, and one of the most skilled firebenders in the world -- though [[WeakButSkilled not necessarily as powerful]] as his brother, as firebending in particular ''is'' generally fueled by strong emotion.
** Many of the more prominent firebenders appear outwardly calm, but this is often a MaskOfSanity, one which AntiVillain Zuko tries and often fails to maintain. [[EvilOverlord Ozai]], his daughter and [[TheDragon dragon]] Azula, and Admiral Zhao all derive significant power from their reserves of TranquilFury, but have [[HairTriggerTemper Hair-Trigger Tempers]] and eventually [[VillainousBreakdown crumble]] when their various plans start to fall apart. A large part of Zuko's CharacterDevelopment is about learning how to accept his anger and use it ''constructively'', rather than being controlled by it like his father and sister.

** Mako is a firebender who can lightningbend, a trait associated in the series with detachment, cool-headed discipline, and a waterbender-like sense of flow, and the [[FoolishSiblingResponsibleSibling responsible sibling to his brother]], Bolin, a NiceGuy earthbender who [[spoiler:eventually learns to lavabend, thus combining his happy-go-lucky attitude with another sort of fire]]. The most excitable member of the trio is HotBlooded Avatar Korra herself, born of the Water Tribe but a much straighter take on the usual HotBlooded firebender stereotype -- her excitable and direct nature being the reason it takes her so long to master airbending.

* In ''Manga/MyHeroAcademia'', Shouto Todoroki is fire hero who speaks softly but tends to give others the cold shoulder. Though it's possible that part of the reason he is this way is because he [[SuperpowerLottery also has]] [[AnIcePerson control over ice]] and tries to avoid using his fire powers to spite his father. Even when he does come to terms with his fire side, he still remains calm and collected.

This is one way of [[PowerStereotypeFlip flipping elemental stereotypes]], giving characters with fiery powers (or lots of firepower -- see KillItWithFire, MadBomber and ThrowDownTheBomblette) a more serene, [[TheStoic stoic]], composed, wise, or just plain ''nice'' personality that contrasts with the destructive power of fire. It's often justified InUniverse by explaining that they need to maintain their cool to keep their chosen element from getting [[PowerIncontinence out of control]], though it can be equally justified that it is the one area where the normal [[FourTemperamentEnsemble choleric personality]] has learned keep their cool.

This is one way of [[PowerStereotypeFlip flipping elemental stereotypes]], giving characters with fiery powers (or lots of firepower -- see KillItWithFire, MadBomber and ThrowDownTheBomblette) a more serene, [[TheStoic stoic]], composed, wise, or just plain ''nice'' personality that contrasts with the destructive power of fire. It's often justified InUniverse by explaining that they need to maintain their cool to keep their chosen element from getting [[PowerIncontinence out of control]], though it can be equally justified that it is the one area where the normal [[FourTemperamentEnsemble choleric personality]] can keep their cool.

* Blaze The Cat from the ''Franchise/SonicTheHedgehog'' series not only has fiery powers, but is also a cold, aloof loner who keeps her emotions boiled up. Introverted or not, it's not a good idea to [[BerserkButton make her angry]].

This is one way of [[PowerStereotypeFlip flipping elemental stereotypes]], giving characters with fiery powers (or lots of firepower -- see KillItWithFire, MadBomber and ThrowDownTheBomblette) a more serene, [[TheStoic stoic]], composed, wise, or just plain ''nice'' personality that contrasts with the destructive power of fire. It's often justified InUniverse by explaining that they need to maintain their cool to keep their chosen element from getting [[PowerIncontinence out of control]], though it can be equally justified that it is the one area where the normal [[FourTemperamentEnsemble choleric personality]] keeps their cool.

This is one way of [[PowerStereotypeFlip flipping elemental stereotypes]], giving characters with fiery powers (or lots of firepower -- see KillItWithFire, MadBomber and ThrowDownTheBomblette) a more serene, [[TheStoic stoic]], composed, wise, or just plain ''nice'' personality that contrasts with the destructive power of fire. It's often justified InUniverse by explaining that they need to maintain their cool to keep their chosen element from getting [[PowerIncontinence out of control]].

* ''Franchise/FullmetalAlchemist:

* In ''Manga/FullmetalAlchemist'', Roy Mustang is a usually calm and collected GuileHero (except when his BerserkButton is pressed), whose alchemy involves [[FingerSnapLighter flame production]]. Villain Zolf Kimblee is a MadBomber with explosive powers, who is [[FauxAffablyEvil always calm and polite]]. The [[Anime/FullmetalAlchemist anime adaptation]] of the series has a CanonForeigner character who has [[AnIcePerson ice powers]] and behaves more like the typical fire/mad bomber type.

* Sailor Mars in the ''Manga/SailorMoon'' fits this trope by being a level-headed Shinto priestess with fire-related powers tied to the red planet (unless she gets mad). The [[Anime/SailorMoon anime]] makes her a more straightforward "hot-tempered" fire user.

SubTrope of PowerStereotypeFlip. Particularly common with characters who harness ThePowerOfTheSun rather than harsher earthly (or [[{{Hellfire}} hellish]]) flames. Compare GeniusBruiser for another character archetype which contrasts with their usual portrayal, and MakingASplash, for characters who wield the element this personality is more commonly associated with. Contrast {{Pyromaniac}}.

* ''WesternAnimation/LegendOfKorra'':
** Mako is a firebender who can lightningbend, a trait associated in the series with detachment, cool-headed discipline, and a waterbender-like sense of flow, and the [[FoolishSiblingResponsibleSibling responsible sibling to his brother]], Bolin, an earthbender who [[spoiler:eventually learns to lavabend, thus combining his happy-go-lucky attitude with another sort of fire]]. The most excitable member of the trio is HotBlooded Avatar Korra herself, born of the Water Tribe but a much straighter take on the usual HotBlooded firebender stereotype -- her excitable and direct nature being the reason it takes her so long to master airbending.

** Downplayed with Season 3's P'li, BigBad Zaheer's lover and second-in-command, and another combustionbender, but while fairly self-serious in general, the bulk of her characterization shown is the [[EvenEvilHasLovedOnes deep mutual love between her and Zaheer]], who "showed her what true freedom means."

** Many of the more prominent firebenders appear outwardly calm, but this is often a MaskOfSanity. AntiVillain Zuko tries and often fails to retain his outer calm. [[EvilOverlord Ozai]], his daughter and [[TheDragon dragon]] Azula, and Admiral Zhao all derive significant power from their reserves of TranquilFury, but have [[HairTriggerTemper Hair-Trigger Tempers]] and eventually [[VillainousBreakdown crumble]] when their various plans start to fall apart. A large part of Zuko's CharacterDevelopment is about learning how to accept his anger and use it ''constructively'', rather than being controlled by it like his father and sister.

** Combustionbenders are calm and reserved, as their specific powers require great focus. The MysteriousMercenaryPursuer Sokka dubs "Combustion Man" is a ''[[Film/TheTerminator Terminator]]'' {{expy}} who [[TheQuietOne never speaks]] during his appearances.

** Downplayed with Season 3's P'li, BigBad Zaheer's lover and second-in-command, is another combustionbender, but while fairly self-serious in general, the bulk of her characterization shown is the [[EvenEvilHasLovedOnes deep mutual love between her and Zaheer]], who "showed her what true freedom means."

** The page image is [[CoolOldGuy Uncle Iroh]], a laidback, goofy MentorArchetype who happens to be the Fire Lord's brother. Early in the series he's mostly played as his nephew Zuko's comic relief, though rather than a case of ObfuscatingStupidity, he really believes that one of the best lessons his nephew could learn is how to lighten up. Iroh is deeply kind, very wise, and one of the most skilled firebenders in the world -- though [[WeakButSkilled not necessarily as powerful]] as his brother, as firebending particular ''is'' generally fueled by strong emotion.

* ''Manga/MyHeroAcademia'': Shouto Todoroki is fire hero who speaks softly but tends to give others the cold shoulder. Though it's possible that part of the reason he is this way is because he [[SuperpowerLottery also has]] [[AnIcePerson control over ice]] and tries to avoid using his fire powers to spite his father. Even when he does come to terms with his fire side, he still remains calm and collected.

* ''VideoGame/{{Fate Grand Order}}'': Karna's skill, Mana Burst (Flames), which is in A-Rank, gives him the ability to [[ElementalWeapon light all of his weapons on fire]] with [[ThePowerOfTheSun the sun's flames]], due to his heritage to the sun god, Surya. He doesn't give a lot of emotions and usually has a straight face, but in reality, he is actually a good person at heart who is extremely loyal, which is why he is called The Hero of Charity, and he usually doesn't show emotions because of his [[NoSocialSkills poor social skills]].

* In ''Manga/MyHeroAcademia,'' Shouto Todoroki is fire hero who speaks softly but tends to give others the cold shoulder. Though it's possible that part of the reason he is this way is because he [[SuperpowerLottery also has]] [[AnIcePerson control over ice]] and tries to avoid using his fire powers to spite his father. Even when he does come to terms with his fire side, he still remains calm and collected.

* Hestia, the [[OddJobGod goddess of hearth and home]] in ''Myth/ClassicalMythology'', symbolizing the domestic warmth of the fireplace and the flames of the sacred pyres and braziers of the temple altars. Despite her OddJobGod status, she is Zeus' eldest sister, and was one of the Twelve Olympians. However, instead of killing/raping mortals like [[JerkassGods her siblings]], she prefers peace and stays a virgin. She even gave up her seat among the Twelve Olympians to Dionysus to prevent conflict. One of the Orphic Hymns sung in her name:

* In ''VideoGame/FateExtra'', Karna possesses the Mana Burst (Flames) skill, which allows him to [[ElementalWeapon light all of his weapons on fire]] with [[ThePowerOfTheSun the sun's flames]] through his heritage to the sun god, Surya. Due to being abandoned at an early age, he has NoSocialSkills and rarely expresses what he's feeling on his face, which combined with his tendency for BrutalHonesty makes him appear resentful and bitter. In reality, he's a generous AllLovingHero, which is why he is called the "Hero of Charity".
* ''VideoGame/FateGrandOrder'' introduces Arjuna, who also possesses the Mana Burst (Flames) skill as well as a bow gifted to him by the god of fire himself. He tries to be an unflappable, cool-headed hero, but his burning jealousy for Karna and constant desire to prove himself makes his BloodKnight tendencies [[SubvertedTrope far more obvious.]]

** The page image is [[CoolOldGuy Uncle Iroh]] a laidback, goofy MentorArchetype who happens to be the Fire Lord's brother. Early in the series he's mostly played as his nephew Zuko's comic relief, though rather than a case of ObfuscatingStupidity, he really believes that one of the best lessons his nephew could learn is how to lighten up. Iroh is deeply kind, very wise, and one of the most skilled firebenders in the world -- though [[WeakButSkilled not necessarily as powerful]] as his brother, as firebending particular ''is'' generally fueled by strong emotion. His nephew, [[AntiVillain Zuko]], ''tries'' to be this but tends to let his temper get the better of him, and his sister, [[TheDragon Azula]], never loses her cool until her VillainousBreakdown begins.

** Mako is a firebender who can lightningbend, a trait associated in the series with detachment, cool-headed discipline, and a waterbender-like sense of flow, and the [[FoolishSiblingResponsibleSibling responsible sibling to his brother]], Bolin, an earthbender who [[spoiler:eventually learns to lavabend, thus combining his happy-go-lucky attitude with another sort of fire]]. The most excitable member of the trio is HotBlooded Avatar Korra herself, born of the Water Tribe but a much straighter take on the usual HotHeaded firebender stereotype -- her excitable and direct nature being the reason it takes her so long to master airbending.
** Downplayed with Season 3's P'li, BigBad Zaheer's lover and second-in-command, is another combustionbender, but while fairly self-serious in general, the bulk of her characterization shown is the [[EvenVillainsHaveLovedOnes deep mutual love between her and Zaheer]], who "showed her what true freedom means".

* ''Manga/MyHeroAcademia'': Shouto Todoroki is fire hero who speaks softly but tends to give others the cold shoulder. Though it's possible that part of the reason he is this way is because he [[SuperpowerLottery also has]] [[AnIcePerson control over ice]] and tries to avoid using his fire powers to spite his father. Even when he does come to terms with his fire side, he still remains calm and collected.

* ''VideoGame/{{Fate Grand Order}}'': Karna's skill, Mana Burst (Flames), which is in A-Rank, gives him the ability to [[ElementalWeapon light all of his weapons on fire]] with [[ThePowerOfTheSun the sun's flames]], due to his heritage to the sun god, Surya. He doesn't give a lot of emotions and usually has a straight face, but in reality, he is actually a good person at heart who is extremely loyal, which is why he is called The Hero of Charity, and he usually doesn't show emotions because of his poor social skills

** Many of the more prominent firebenders appear outwardly calm, but this is often a MaskOfSanity. AntiVillain Zuko tries and often fails to retain his outer calm. [[EvilOverlord Ozai]], his daughter and [[TheDragon dragon]] Azula, and Admiral Zhao all derive significant power from their reserves of TranquilFury, but have HairTriggerTempers and eventually [[VillainousBreakdown crumble]] when their various plans start to fall apart. A large part of Zuko's CharacterDevelopment is about learning how to accept his anger and use it ''constructively'', rather than being controlled by it like his father and sister.

** Downplayed with Season 3's P'li, BigBad Zaheer's lover and second-in-command, is another combustionbender, but while fairly self-serious in general, the bulk of her characterization shown is the [[EvenVillainsHaveLovedOnes deep mutual love between her and Zaheer]], who "showed her what true freedom means."

SubTrope of PowerStereotypeFlip. Compare GeniusBruiser for another character archetype which contrasts with their usual portrayal, and MakingASplash, for characters who wield the element this personality is more commonly associated with. Contrast {{Pyromaniac}}.

* In ''Manga/FullmetalAlchemist'', Roy Mustang is a usually calm and collected GuileHero (except when his BerserkButton is pressed), whose alchemy involves [[FingerSnapLighter flame production]]. A villainous character in the series Zolf Kimblee is a MadBomber with explosive powers, who is [[FauxAffablyEvil always calm and polite]]. The [[Anime/FullmetalAlchemist anime adaptation]] of the series has a CanonForeigner character who has [[AnIcePerson ice powers]] and behaves like the typical fire/mad bomber type.
* While PlayingWithFire is the norm for ''Manga/KatekyoHitmanReborn'' - this is how people's powers manifest in the setting - being completely calm while using them is considered an outstanding achievement. That state is called "Hyper Dying Will Mode". When protagonist Tsuna uses it, his personality does a complete 180, from an emotional with exaggerated reactions kid to calm, stoic, hardly ever changing his vocal tone or having a facial expression.
* Signum from the ''Franchise/LyricalNanoha'' series has a natural affinity for the fire element (allowing her to convert her mana into flame at will) and includes flames in pretty much all of her combat spells. Personality-wise, she is one of the biggest stoics in the series, to the point of GermanicDepressives. This is possibly justified by the elemental affinities like hers being just a random genetic trait among mages in the setting, rather than being tied to their personalities.
* ''Manga/MyHeroAcademia'': Shouto Todoroki is fire hero who often speaks softly while also having a bit of a cold shoulder. Though it's possible that part of the reason he is this way is because he [[SuperpowerLottery also has]] [[AnIcePerson control over ice]] and tries to avoid using his fire powers to spite his father. Even when he does come to terms with his fire side, he still remains calm and collected.
* Sailor Mars in the ''Manga/SailorMoon'' fits this trope by being a level-headed Shinto priestess with fire related powers (unless she gets mad). The [[Anime/SailorMoon anime]] makes her a more straightforward "hot tempered" fire user.

* Gandalf from ''Literature/TheLordOfTheRings'' bore Narya, the Red Ring of Fire, which may have accounted for his skill with fireworks and flames generally (e.g. the wargs outside Moria). He's an archetypical wizard with all the calmness and wisdom that entails (although he does get angry occasionally; "Bilbo Baggins! Do not take me for some conjurer of cheap tricks").

* ''Series/NowhereBoys'': The fire user and TheLeader of the Boys, Felix Ferne, is an EmoKid that's considered the most center-focused of the crew and the series.

* ''VideoGame/{{Fate Grand Order}}'': Karna's skill, Mana Burst (Flames), which is in A-Rank, gives him the ability to let all of his weapons set on fire with the sun's flames, due to his heritage to the sun god, Surya. He doesn't give a lot of emotions and usually has a straight face, but in reality, he is actually a good person at heart who is extremely loyal, which is why he is called The Hero of Charity, and he usually doesn't show emotions because of his poor social skills
* Tatsuya Suou from ''VideoGame/Persona2'' is this trope most of the time. While his Unique Personas are all focused on [[PlayingWithFire fire magic]], he is depicted as an IneffectualLoner with a hidden heart of gold. [[JustifiedTrope Justified]] in ''Innocent Sin'' where he is a HeroicMime, but he maintains the attitude in ''Eternal Punishment'' with some [[OOCIsSeriousBusiness notable exceptions]].

* The royal family of the Fire Nation in ''WesternAnimation/AvatarTheLastAirbender''. [[CoolOldGuy Iroh]] is laid back and calm, his nephew, [[AntiVillain Zuko]], ''tries'' to be this but tends to let his temper get the better of him, and his sister, [[TheDragon Azula]], never loses her cool until her VillainousBreakdown begins.

** Mako is a firebender who can lightningbend and the [[FoolishSiblingResponsibleSibling responsible sibling to his brother]], Bolin, an earthbender who [[spoiler:eventually learns to lavabend]]. The most excitable member of the team is Korra, the Avatar from the Water Tribe but prefers using her fire powers and her excitable nature is the reason it takes her so long to master airbending.
** Both combustionbenders, the [[EnigmaticMinion mysterious]] Combustion Man and Zaheer's love and [[TheDragon dragon]] P'li in the sequel series, are calm and reserved, as their specific powers require great focus (the one seen in ''ATLA'' doesn't even speak).