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Chris Rager is an American voice actor who works on a number of English versions of Japanese anime series. His major roles include Veldora Tempest in That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime, Mr. Satan in Dragon Ball, Will Powers in Ace Attorney, and Arlong in the Funimation dub of One Piece.[2] In video games, he voices Mr. Torgue in the Borderlands series.[1]

Key Information

Dubbing roles

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Animated films and series English dubbing

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List of English dubbing performances in animated films and series
Year Title Role Notes Source
2000 Dragon Ball Z: Bardock - The Father of Goku Shugesh [3]
2000 Dragon Ball - Movie: Mystical Adventure Major Metallitron [3]
2000–present Dragon Ball series Mr. Satan (Hercule), King Yemma, Goz, South Supreme Kai, Bacterian, Man-Wolf, Major Metallitron [2][4][3]
2002 YuYu Hakusho Kibano [4]
2003 Lupin the 3rd: Dragon of Doom President [3]
2003 Dragon Ball Z - Movie: Super Android 13! Android 14 [3]
2003 Dragonball - Movie: The Path to Power Major Metallitron [3]
2004 Dragon Ball Z - Movie: Bojack Unbound Mr. Satan [3]
2005 Baki the Grappler Yuri Chakovsky [4]
2005 Lupin the 3rd: Island of Assassins Chief [3]
2005 Dragon Ball Z - Movie: Bio-Broly Mr. Satan [3]
2005 Dragon Ball Z - Movie: The World's Strongest Kishime [3]
2006 Dragon Ball Z - Movie: Fusion Reborn Mr. Satan, King Yemma [3]
2007 Baccano! Gustavo Bagetta [5]
2007 BECK: Mongolian Chop Squad Kenji Takano [4]
2008–present One Piece Arlong, Marshall D. Teach/Blackbeard (Season 17-present), Mr. Satan (Hercule) (eps. 590) Funimation dub [2]
2009 Heaven's Lost Property Matsuyama Forte Eps. 3, 6 [6]
2009 Kenichi: The Mightiest Disciple Shinnosuke Tsuji [4]
2011–12 Last Exile: Fam, the Silver Wing Olaf [7]
2012 Fafner: Dead Aggressor: Heaven and Earth Kyousuke Mizoguchi [3]
2013 Toriko Grinpatch [3]
2014 Gonna be the Twin-Tail!! Draggildy
2014 Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods Mr. Satan [3]
2015 Assassination Classroom Gakuho Asano [1]
2015 Show by Rock!! Dagger Morse [1]
2015 Mikagura School Suite Kyoma Kuzuryu [8]
2015 Ghost in the Shell: Arise Ibachi [9]
2015 Ben-To Tadaaki Endo [10]
2015 Ghost in the Shell: The New Movie Ibachi [3]
2015 Overlord Zenberu Gugu Funimation dubbed [3]
2016 Danganronpa 3: The End of Hope's Peak High School Great Gozu [3]
2016–25 My Hero Academia Ken Ishiyama/Cementoss [3]
2016 Servamp Tetsu Sendagaya [3]
2016 Orange Classic Literature Teacher [3]
2016 Shimoneta: A Boring World Where the Concept of Dirty Jokes Doesn't Exist Zenjuro Okuma, Additional Voices (Ep. 7) [11]
2017 Gosick Knight Ep. 18 [3]
2018 Ace Attorney Will Powers [3]
2018 That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Veldora Tempest [3]
2018 Attack on Titan Captain Carsten [3]
2018 Black Clover Baro Ep. 31 [3]
2019 One Piece: Stampede Marshall D. Teach/Blackbeard Succeeding Cole Brown [12]
2020 By the Grace of the Gods Ryoma Takebayashi (adult) [13]
2021 Vinland Saga Gratianus [14]
2021 Banished from the Hero's Party Danan LeBeau
2022 Spy × Family Bill Watkins' Father Episode 10
2023 A Returner's Magic Should Be Special Doneve [15]
2024 Bartender: Glass of God Taisho [16]
2024 Berserk of Gluttony Hado [17]
2024 Nina the Starry Bride King [18]
2024 A Journey Through Another World: Raising Kids While Adventuring Vector
2025 Failure Frame Schweitz [19]

Filmography

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Video games

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List of voice performances in video games
Year Title Role Notes Source
2004 Seven Samurai 20XX Additional voices [20]
2005 Spikeout: Battle Street Additional voices [21]
2012–2013 Borderlands 2 Mister Torgue Mr. Torgue's Campaign of Carnage, Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep and The Horrible Hunger of the Ravenous Wattle Gobbler DLCs
2014 Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel
2019 Borderlands 3
2022 Tiny Tina's Wonderlands

Animation

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List of voice performances in animation
Year Title Role Notes Source
2017 Death Battle McGruff the Crime Dog Episode: Smokey Bear VS McGruff the Crime Dog [22]


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Chris Rager is an American voice actor born on July 5, 1973, in San Antonio, Texas, renowned for his distinctive gruff voice work in anime dubs and video games.[1][2] He gained prominence through his long association with Funimation, where he provided voices for numerous English-language adaptations of Japanese anime series.[2] Rager's most iconic role is as Hercule, also known as Mr. Satan, in the Dragon Ball franchise, a character he has voiced across multiple series including Dragon Ball Z, Dragon Ball Z Kai, and Dragon Ball Super.[2] He also portrayed King Yemma and other supporting characters in the same universe, contributing to over a dozen Dragon Ball-related projects since the early 2000s.[1] Beyond Dragon Ball, Rager has lent his voice to villains and boisterous figures such as Arlong in One Piece, Blackbeard in the same series, Gakuho Asano in Assassination Classroom, and Cementoss in My Hero Academia.[1] In video games, Rager is widely recognized for voicing the explosive arms dealer Torgue in the Borderlands series, starting with Borderlands 2 in 2012.[2] His career also extends to other anime titles like Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood as Zampano and Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt as Mingeatron, showcasing his versatility in delivering comedic and intimidating performances.[2] With credits in over 200 roles across anime, games, and additional media, Rager remains a staple in the dubbing industry as of 2025, continuing to voice characters in recent projects such as Hado Vlerick in Berserk of Gluttony and Boulan in The Water Magician, and often appearing at conventions to engage with fans.[1]

Early life and education

Upbringing in Texas

Chris Rager was born on July 5, 1973, in San Antonio, Texas, United States.[2] Raised in Texas during the 1970s and 1980s, Rager was exposed to Japanese animation, then known as "Japanimation," through syndicated programs such as Star Blazers (1979), Robotech (1985), and Battle of the Planets (1978).[3] These shows introduced dynamic narratives and character-driven performances.[4] This period saw the early introduction of anime in the U.S., with shows adapted and broadcast on television to appeal to young audiences.[5] Around age 18 or 19, Rager decided to become an actor, a choice that met with dismay from his parents.[3]

Acting training and aspirations

At around 18 or 19 years old, circa 1991 or 1992, Chris Rager decided to pursue acting as a career.[3] To build his skills, he enrolled in acting classes and attended workshops in Texas.[3]

Professional background

Theatre and comedy work

Following his acting training in Texas, Chris Rager entered the professional theatre scene in the early 1990s, performing in local stage productions and workshops around the Dallas-Fort Worth area.[3] At age 18 or 19, he began securing roles through auditions and classes at the KD Conservatory College of Film and Dramatic Arts (part of KD Studio), where he honed skills in live performance that emphasized character development and audience interaction.[6] These early theatre gigs, often in small venues and community theaters, allowed him to experiment with comedic timing and physicality, laying groundwork for his later boisterous personas.[3] In the mid-to-late 1990s, Rager expanded into stand-up and improv comedy, joining the Dallas-based Section 8 Comedy Troupe alongside performers like Josh Martin and Mark Orvik.[7] The troupe, which began performing in January 1999, featured improv games, sketches, and songs based on audience suggestions, known for its shock value and R-rated humor, and performed at local clubs and events in Texas.[7][8] One notable live stage show featured Rager portraying the "Pillsbury Home-boy," a rapping twist on the Pillsbury Doughboy character, which highlighted his ability to blend humor with exaggerated physical comedy.[3] His improv work, influenced by classes and troupe collaborations, focused on spontaneous audience engagement, often drawing from Texas cultural references like local wrestling promotions.[9][6] Rager faced challenges in building stage presence, particularly for loud, energetic roles, requiring him to overcome initial shyness through repeated performances and troupe feedback.[9] These experiences fostered growth in vocal projection and quick adaptability, essential for live settings where mishaps like forgotten lines demanded on-the-spot recovery.[3] By the late 1990s, his involvement in the Texas comedy scene helped him network with fellow performers, including future voice acting collaborators like Josh Martin, opening doors to regional entertainment opportunities beyond theatre.[7][3]

Transition to voice acting

In the late 1990s, Chris Rager's burgeoning career in theatre and comedy caught the attention of voice director Mike McFarland during a live comedy performance in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. McFarland, already established in the anime dubbing scene, invited Rager to audition for voice-over work at Funimation Entertainment, marking his pivotal shift from stage acting to animated dubbing. This opportunity arose as Funimation was expanding its English-language adaptations of Japanese anime, seeking performers with strong comedic timing for exaggerated character voices.[3] Rager's first professional voice-over role came in 1999 on Dragon Ball Z, where he voiced the boisterous Mr. Satan (also known as Hercule), a character whose over-the-top bravado aligned well with Rager's improv comedy background. This debut served as an entry point into the industry, allowing him to leverage his live performance skills in a new medium while quickly establishing him within Funimation's roster of talent. The role's demanding energetic delivery helped solidify his niche for loud, humorous personalities.[3] Beginning in 1999, Rager became associated with Funimation Entertainment—later acquired by Crunchyroll in 2022—and the affiliated OkraTron 5000 studio in Texas, where much of the ADR (automated dialogue replacement) work for anime occurred. These studios provided the primary hubs for his early projects, fostering long-term collaborations with directors like McFarland.[2][10] Adapting from theatre's immediate audience feedback to the isolated, script-driven ADR sessions presented initial challenges for Rager, including syncing dialogue to pre-recorded animation and performing without visual cues from co-actors. Despite these hurdles, his theatre-honed projection and timing proved adaptable, enabling a smooth integration into voice acting workflows.[3]

Notable works

Anime dubbing roles

Chris Rager has established himself as a prominent voice actor in English dubs of anime, primarily through his long-term association with Funimation (now part of Crunchyroll), where he has voiced a range of characters since the early 2000s.[11] His debut in anime dubbing came with roles in the Dragon Ball franchise, marking a significant milestone in his career.[1] Rager's most enduring contributions are his recurring roles in major shonen franchises, often portraying larger-than-life, boisterous figures with deep, gravelly tones that emphasize bravado and intensity.[1] In the Dragon Ball series, he has voiced Mr. Satan (also known as Hercule) across Dragon Ball Z, Dragon Ball GT, Dragon Ball Super, and films such as Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods (2013), Dragon Ball Super: Resurrection 'F' (2015), Dragon Ball Super: Broly (2019), and Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero (2022), spanning from 2001 to the present.[11] He also provides the voice for King Yemma in the same franchise, appearing in Dragon Ball Z, Dragon Ball GT, Dragon Ball Kai, Dragon Ball Super, and related OVAs and specials.[11] In One Piece, Rager dubs Arlong, the fish-man antagonist, starting from episodes 31–44 in the 2008 Funimation dub and reprising the role in specials like Episode of East Blue (2017).[12] Additionally, he voices Marshall D. Teach, better known as Blackbeard, from episode 629 onward (corresponding to Season 17's Punk Hazard arc in 2013) through ongoing episodes and the film One Piece: Stampede (2019).[13] Beyond these flagship roles, Rager has delivered notable performances in other acclaimed anime, frequently embodying gruff, authoritative, or rugged characters that align with his signature booming delivery in Funimation productions.[2] He voiced Will Powers, the timid actor in the kabuki-inspired trial, in the Ace Attorney anime series (2016).[14] In Assassination Classroom (2015–2016), Rager portrayed Gakuho Asano, the stern and manipulative school chairman.[15] His role as Zampano, the boar-like chimera soldier, appears in Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood (2009–2010).[16] In Baki the Grappler (2001), he voiced Yuri Chakovsky and additional characters such as a scared-off gang member.[17] For My Hero Academia (2016–present), Rager dubs Cementoss (Ken Ishiyama), the pro hero with earth-manipulating abilities, including appearances in the series and films like My Hero Academia: World Heroes' Mission (2021).[11] Rager continues to contribute to contemporary anime dubs as of 2025, expanding his portfolio in isekai and action genres. In Failure Frame: I Became the Strongest and Annihilated Everything with Low-Level Spells (2024), he voices Schweitz in episodes 4 and 6.[18] Other recent credits include Geonguk Lee in Solo Leveling Season 2 (2025), Boulan in The Water Magician (2025), and Doneve Aslan in A Returner's Magic Should Be Special (2024).[11]
Anime TitleCharacterYear(s)Studio
Dragon Ball FranchiseMr. Satan / Hercule2001–presentFunimation
Dragon Ball FranchiseKing Yemma2001–presentFunimation
One PieceArlong2008 (eps. 31-44), reprises in specialsFunimation
One PieceBlackbeard (Marshall D. Teach)2013–presentFunimation
Assassination ClassroomGakuho Asano2015–2016Funimation
Fullmetal Alchemist: BrotherhoodZampano2009–2010Funimation
My Hero AcademiaCementoss (Ken Ishiyama)2016–presentFunimation / Crunchyroll
Ace AttorneyWill Powers2016Funimation
Baki the GrapplerYuri Chakovsky (and various)2001Funimation
Failure FrameSchweitz2024Crunchyroll

Video game roles

Chris Rager has contributed voice acting to a variety of video games, with his portrayal of Mr. Torgue standing out as a major role across the Borderlands series and its spin-offs from 2012 to 2022.[2] As the explosive, profanity-laced arms dealer Mr. Torgue, Rager delivered a high-octane performance that became synonymous with the character's over-the-top enthusiasm for guns and explosions, appearing in titles like Borderlands 2, Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel, Borderlands 3, and Tiny Tina's Wonderlands.[1] This role showcased Rager's ability to infuse interactive gaming narratives with bombastic energy, adapting his anime-honed vocal style to suit action-oriented characters that demand loud, motivational outbursts during gameplay.[19] He has also reprised Mr. Satan in recent Dragon Ball games, including Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO (2024).[20] Rager's video game work often extends his Funimation connections into gaming dubs, where his versatile, energetic delivery fits the demands of dynamic, combat-heavy environments.[1] Earlier in his career, he provided additional voices for the action-platformer Seven Samurai 20XX in 2004, contributing to the game's cyberpunk reimagining of the classic film with ensemble vocal support.[10] Other notable credits include voicing the dragon-like damage dealer Drogoz in the multiplayer shooter Paladins: Champions of the Realm starting in 2016, and the bombastic leader Lothar Rendain in the hero shooter Battleborn that same year. These roles highlight Rager's range in voicing larger-than-life figures in fast-paced, team-based gaming experiences. The following table summarizes select video game appearances by Rager, focusing on key titles and roles:
Game TitleRelease YearRolePlatforms
Seven Samurai 20XX2004Additional VoicesPlayStation 2
Borderlands 22012Mr. TorguePC, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel2014Mr. TorguePC, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
Paladins: Champions of the Realm2016DrogozPC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
Battleborn2016Lothar RendainPC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
Borderlands 32019Mr. TorguePC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
Tiny Tina's Wonderlands2022Mr. TorguePC, PlayStation 4/5, Xbox One/Series X
Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO2024Mr. SatanPC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S
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