Hermann

Hermann is a supporting character in the Xenosaga series. He is a member of Ormus.

Story arc
Hermann is an Inquisitor in Ormus and is under the command of Chief Inquisitor Margulis. He is skilled with the use of a staff. He was previously a member of the Galaxy Federation Navy, holding the position of private first-class, and was in the same detachment as Matthews. After the unit was disbanded, he became the CEO of Hayes Porter Services, a dummy corporation for the U-TIC Organization. His family had been retainers for Richard's family going back to when they were part of the Immigrant Fleet. As such he has pledged loyalty to Richard throughout his life.

Episode II
When the party arrives at Second Miltia, Margulis arranges for Pellegri to try and capture MOMO. She is accompanied by her subordinates, Richard and Hermann and sends them ahead. Richard and Hermann chase after the car carrying MOMO in their A.M.W.S. units, Pilum and Scutum. They chase MOMO and the others as they run through the city and eventually do battle. Pellegri arrives after the party defeats them and tells Richard and Hermann to stand down, but she is forced to retreat with them when Canaan appears in Asher. Richard and Herman appear again later in the game at the Ormus Stronghold and the party must fight them off again.

Episode III
Along with Richard, Hermann is put in charge of dealing with a Federation Fleet that moves towards Rennes-le-Château after it appears in space. He appears along with Richard on Michtam near the end of the game and attacks the party in his E.S., Joseph. He is defeated and killed as part of the battle.