Chrollo Lucilfer, the founder and leader of the Phantom Troupe, is voiced by Mamoru Miyano in the 2011 Hunter × Hunter anime adaptation. In the English dub, the character is voiced by Robbie Daymond. In the original 1999 anime and OVAs, Chrollo was voiced by Yoshikazu Nagano.

Widely regarded as one of anime’s most charismatic antagonists, Chrollo combines intelligence, calm authority, and philosophical depth. Mamoru Miyano’s performance helped establish the 2011 version of Chrollo as one of the most memorable characters in the series.

Japanese Voice Actor (Mamoru Miyano)

Date of Birth

Mamoru Miyano (宮野 真守)

  • June 8, 1983

About Mamoru

Mamoru Miyano is one of Japan’s most acclaimed voice actors, singers, and stage performers. Known for his extraordinary vocal range and emotional versatility, he has portrayed heroes, villains, antiheroes, and dramatic leads across anime, games, and film.

As Chrollo Lucilfer, Miyano delivers a controlled and sophisticated performance that perfectly captures the Phantom Troupe leader’s intelligence and composure. Rather than relying on intimidation, his portrayal emphasizes Chrollo’s calm confidence and enigmatic personality, making him even more unsettling and captivating.

Hometown

Saitama Prefecture, Japan

Career Highlights

Some of Mamoru Miyano’s most notable roles include:

  • Chrollo Lucilfer — Hunter × Hunter (2011)
  • Light Yagami — Death Note
  • Rintarou Okabe — Steins;Gate
  • Osamu Dazai — Bungo Stray Dogs
  • Death the Kid — Soul Eater
  • Setsuna F. Seiei — Mobile Suit Gundam 00
  • Ling Yao — Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood
  • Miya Atsumu — Haikyuu!!
  • Benimaru Shinmon — Fire Force

Full Current Filmography

The following list reflects major documented credits from reputable industry sources and may not be exhaustive.

Television Anime

  • Hunter × Hunter (2011) — Chrollo Lucilfer
  • Death Note — Light Yagami
  • Steins;Gate — Rintarou Okabe
  • Bungo Stray Dogs — Osamu Dazai
  • Soul Eater — Death the Kid
  • Mobile Suit Gundam 00 — Setsuna F. Seiei
  • Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood — Ling Yao
  • Fire Force — Benimaru Shinmon
  • Haikyuu!! — Miya Atsumu
  • Free! — Rin Matsuoka

Anime Films

  • Hunter × Hunter: Phantom Rouge — Chrollo Lucilfer
  • Hunter × Hunter: The Last Mission — Chrollo Lucilfer
  • Steins;Gate: The Movie − Load Region of Déjà Vu — Rintarou Okabe
  • Numerous theatrical projects connected to his television roles.

Video Games

  • Hunter × Hunter: Nen × Impact — Chrollo Lucilfer
  • Kingdom Hearts series — Riku (Japanese voice)
  • Numerous anime and multimedia franchise titles.

Critical Reception

Mamoru Miyano’s portrayal of Chrollo Lucilfer is frequently praised for its elegance and restraint. Fans often cite his ability to make Chrollo simultaneously charismatic, intelligent, and dangerous without ever raising his voice unnecessarily. His performances during the Yorknew City Arc, particularly Chrollo’s interactions with the Phantom Troupe and the protagonists, remain among the most celebrated villain portrayals in Hunter × Hunter.

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English Voice Actor (Robbie Daymond)

Date of Birth

Robbie Daymond (Robert Daymond Howard)

  • March 11, 1982

About Robbie

Robbie Daymond is an American voice actor known for his extensive work in anime, video games, animation, and tabletop entertainment. His versatility has allowed him to portray everything from heroic protagonists and charismatic rivals to calculating villains and morally complex antiheroes.

As Chrollo Lucilfer in the English dub of Hunter × Hunter (2011), Daymond delivers a calm, intelligent, and deeply charismatic performance. Rather than portraying Chrollo as an overtly threatening villain, he emphasizes the Phantom Troupe leader’s quiet confidence and philosophical nature. His measured delivery helps make Chrollo one of the most compelling antagonists in the series.

Hometown

Robbie Daymond was born in Chesterfield, Missouri, United States.

Career Highlights

Some of Robbie Daymond’s most notable roles include:

  • Chrollo Lucilfer — Hunter × Hunter (2011)
  • Goro Akechi — Persona 5
  • Prompto Argentum — Final Fantasy XV
  • Megumi Fushiguro — Jujutsu Kaisen
  • Tuxedo Mask / Mamoru Chiba — Sailor Moon
  • Mumen Rider — One-Punch Man
  • Hubert von Vestra — Fire Emblem: Three Houses
  • River Ward — Cyberpunk 2077
  • Sorey — Tales of Zestiria
  • Kayn — League of Legends

These roles have established Daymond as one of the most recognizable voice actors in modern animation and gaming.

Full Current Filmography

The following list reflects major documented credits from reputable industry sources and may not be exhaustive.

Television Anime

  • Hunter × Hunter (2011) — Chrollo Lucilfer
  • Jujutsu Kaisen — Megumi Fushiguro
  • One-Punch Man — Mumen Rider
  • Sailor Moon — Mamoru Chiba / Tuxedo Mask
  • Blue Exorcist — Rin Okumura (selected projects)
  • Durarara!!×2 — Mikado Ryūgamine
  • Fate/Apocrypha — Sieg
  • JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure — Supporting Roles
  • Demon Slayer franchise projects — Various Roles

Anime Films

  • Hunter × Hunter: Phantom Rouge — Chrollo Lucilfer
  • Hunter × Hunter: The Last Mission — Chrollo Lucilfer
  • Sailor Moon Eternal — Mamoru Chiba
  • Fate/Apocrypha franchise-related productions — Sieg

Video Games

  • Persona 5 — Goro Akechi
  • Final Fantasy XV — Prompto Argentum
  • Fire Emblem: Three Houses — Hubert von Vestra
  • Cyberpunk 2077 — River Ward
  • Tales of Zestiria — Sorey
  • League of Legends — Kayn
  • Genshin Impact — Additional Voices
  • Numerous AAA and anime-based game franchises

Critical Reception

Robbie Daymond’s portrayal of Chrollo Lucilfer is widely praised among English-dub fans for capturing the character’s intelligence, composure, and enigmatic charm. Many viewers appreciate how Daymond avoids exaggeration, instead relying on subtle vocal choices that reflect Chrollo’s confidence and leadership.

His performance is particularly celebrated during the Yorknew City Arc, where Chrollo’s interactions with the Phantom Troupe, Kurapika, and the Mafia showcase the character’s complexity. Fans frequently cite Daymond’s work as one of the strongest villain performances in the Hunter × Hunter English dub.

Outside of Hunter × Hunter, Daymond has earned critical acclaim for performances such as Goro Akechi in Persona 5, Prompto Argentum in Final Fantasy XV, and Megumi Fushiguro in Jujutsu Kaisen.

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Limarc Ambalina is the founder of Japan Bound, a website covering all things Japan — from travel and culture to anime, manga, and pop culture. He is also the Director of Content at ISNation and the former VP of Editorial at HackerNoon. Based in Japan, he has been writing about Japanese life and entertainment since 2019, growing the site to over 2.4 million views.

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