Hermann Gottlieb
The scientist who uncovered the truth behind the drone betrayal.
Hermann Gottlieb is a scientist who works with the Pan Pacific Defense Corps (PPDC). In the events of Pacific Rim Uprising, set ten years after the first film, Dr. Hermann Gottlieb discovers that Dr. Newton "Newt" Geiszler — whose mind is possessed by the Kaiju's creators, the Precursors, due to him drifting with Kaiju brains — is responsible for the attack when he commands the Kaiju-Jaeger hybrids to open multiple breaches across the Pacific Rim. Hermann also develops Kaiju-blood-powered rockets, which launch the team to Tokyo.
Quick Facts
- Affiliation
- Pan-Pacific Defense Corps (PPDC)
- First appears
- Pacific Rim (2013 film)
Reader's Guide
Dr. Hermann Gottlieb is a key scientific figure in the PPDC. His primary role in Pacific Rim Uprising is investigative and technical. He uncovers the Precursors' plot by discovering that Newt's mind is possessed. He also contributes directly to the final assault by developing Kaiju-blood-powered rockets, which are used to launch the Jaegers to Tokyo. His work alongside Liwen Shao to repair Gipsy Avenger and three other Jaegers (Bracer Phoenix, Saber Athena, and Guardian Bravo) is critical to mounting a defense against the Mega-Kaiju.
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