Hawk Moth

Gabriel Agreste, better known in the shadows of Paris as Hawk Moth, is a figure shrouded in personal tragedy and mystery. As a wealthy and renowned fashion designer, he commands respect and admiration from the public, but his life at home tells a story of profound loss. Since the disappearance of his wife, Gabriel has been inconsolable, retreating into his private mansion where he lives a secluded life with his son, Adrien.

Underneath his public persona, Gabriel harbors a secret, desperate ambition: he aims to bring his wife back to life. As Hawk Moth, he wields the Miraculous of the Butterfly, which grants him the power of transmission. This power allows him to create and send out Akumas—evil-infused butterflies that can transform normal people into supervillains under his control. This sinister ability is facilitated by his kwami, Nooroo, who, albeit reluctantly, assists him in his dark endeavors.

Gabriel’s ultimate goal is to seize the Miraculouses of the Ladybug and the Black Cat, held by Ladybug and Cat Noir, respectively. These Miraculouses grant the powers of creation and destruction, and only by combining them can Gabriel make a wish potent enough to alter reality itself—creating a world where his wife is still alive. This single-minded pursuit drives nearly all his actions, casting a long shadow over his relationship with his son and the citizens of Paris.

Each battle with Ladybug and Cat Noir brings him closer to his goal, yet also exposes the increasing conflict between his paternal duties and his personal obsessions.

Gabriel’s dual life as a designer and a supervillain creates a complex narrative of a man torn between his public image and his hidden, darker aspirations. His journey is a poignant exploration of how far one is willing to go for love, and whether it’s possible to reconcile a desire for personal happiness with the responsibilities one holds to others.