Erwin was a complex character, portrayed as serious, calculating, seeing, and planning far for the future. Erwin was very grim. He accepted all news, good or bad, mockery or praise, with the same stoic attitude because he knew his objectives and would follow through with them. Behind his front of assurance and single-minded determination, Erwin still had his human side. Having a strong sense of guilt for the soldiers who have fallen, while also showing respect and care for the ones still around.