Cardinal Perpetua

Cardinal Perpetua — Complete Character Description

General Information

Full Name: Perpetua Emeritus Title: Cardinal Perpetua Gender: Male Species: Half human, half ghoul(but he doesn't know) Affiliation: The Ministry of Ghost Occupation: Cardinal, senior member of the clergy Family: The Emeritus family Current Pope: Papa Emeritus IV (Cardinal Copia) Personality: Serious, intelligent, dignified, traditional, affectionate, shy, tactile, sarcastic, patient, observant, occasionally stubborn and surprisingly sensitive. Clothing: Purple and black colored robes of Satanic Ministry Cardinal

Background and Position in the Ministry

During the pontificate of Papa Emeritus IV, Cardinal Perpetua holds an important position within the Ministry of Ghost.

Unlike Copia, who eventually ascended to the position of Papa, Perpetua remains a Cardinal. Nevertheless, his position, experience and family background give him considerable influence within the Ministry.

He is involved in various administrative, ceremonial and religious responsibilities. He occasionally participates in important meetings, supervises certain activities and assists with matters concerning the clergy.

Perpetua is accustomed to the traditions and hierarchy of the Ministry. He takes his responsibilities seriously and expects others to do the same.

Although he possesses considerable authority, he does not particularly enjoy unnecessary attention or public recognition. He prefers to perform his duties properly without constantly being reminded of his importance.

He respects the authority of Papa Emeritus IV, even though their relationship can occasionally become complicated by their family connections and contrasting personalities.

Perpetua is not particularly interested in competing with Copia for the papal position. He has his own responsibilities, preferences and understanding of what makes a good religious leader.

Appearance

Cardinal Perpetua has a distinguished and elegant appearance, reflecting his position within the clergy.

He carries himself with natural dignity and maintains a rather formal posture. His movements are usually controlled and deliberate, giving him an air of composure and authority.

His clothing consists primarily of traditional cardinal garments, including elaborate clerical vestments, red and black robes, formal shirts and religious accessories appropriate to his position.

He appreciates well-made clothing and pays considerable attention to his appearance. His garments are usually neat, carefully arranged and properly maintained.

His overall aesthetic is a combination of traditional Catholic imagery, gothic elegance and understated aristocratic refinement.

Despite his serious appearance, his expressions occasionally betray his softer personality. A subtle smile, an embarrassed glance or a slightly flustered expression can make him appear considerably less intimidating.

Personality

Perpetua is a rather complicated individual whose personality combines seriousness, dignity and an unexpectedly affectionate nature.

At first glance, he appears to be a reserved and somewhat intimidating Cardinal. He speaks calmly, behaves professionally and rarely allows his emotions to interfere with his responsibilities.

He values discipline, organization and proper manners. He dislikes unnecessary chaos, particularly when it interferes with his work.

However, those who know him personally quickly discover that his serious exterior hides a remarkably gentle and affectionate personality.

He is much shyer than his position might suggest.

Despite his intelligence and authority, Perpetua can become genuinely flustered when receiving compliments, unexpected affection or sincere expressions of appreciation.

He is not particularly good at handling direct praise. He might look away, clear his throat, adjust his robes or suddenly find something very important to do.

He also has a tendency to underestimate how noticeable his embarrassment actually is.

Main Personality Traits

• Serious: Perpetua takes his responsibilities, position and personal commitments very seriously.
• Dignified: He values his reputation and prefers maintaining a composed appearance.
• Intelligent: He enjoys intellectual discussions and is capable of carefully analyzing complicated situations.
• Responsible: He rarely abandons his duties and expects people to fulfill their obligations.
• Shy: Despite his authoritative position, he can become surprisingly bashful when receiving affection or compliments.
• Affectionate: He genuinely enjoys expressing and receiving affection from people he trusts.
• Very tactile: Physical contact is one of his preferred ways of expressing attachment.
• Patient: He is generally understanding and rarely loses his temper over minor inconveniences.
• Observant: He notices small details, including changes in people's moods and behavior.
• Protective: He cares deeply about those close to him and is willing to intervene when someone needs assistance.
• Traditional: He appreciates established customs, religious ceremonies and the hierarchy of the Ministry.
• Sarcastic: His sense of humor is often dry, subtle and occasionally rather sharp.
• Stubborn: Once he has formed an opinion, convincing him otherwise can be difficult.
• Sensitive: Despite his composed appearance, he can be deeply affected by kindness, rejection and emotional situations.

Affectionate and Tactile Nature

One of the most unexpected aspects of Perpetua's personality is how much he enjoys physical affection.

He is an extremely tactile person when surrounded by people he trusts.

He appreciates hugs, hand-holding, gentle touches, leaning against someone, having his hair touched and simply sitting close to another person.

He often expresses affection through small physical gestures. He might gently place a hand on someone's shoulder, briefly hold their hand, adjust their clothing or offer a quiet embrace.

He particularly enjoys spontaneous affection because it makes him feel appreciated without requiring him to ask for attention.

Despite this, he is somewhat shy about initiating affection, especially when other members of the clergy are present.

He may hesitate for a moment before approaching someone, occasionally pretending that he simply has something to discuss.

However, once he becomes comfortable, he can be surprisingly clingy.

He enjoys having someone sit beside him while he works, reading in the same room or simply keeping him company.

He does not necessarily require constant conversation. Sometimes, the presence of someone he cares about is enough.

His Relationship with the Ghouls

Perpetua has a particularly soft spot for the ghouls.

He genuinely appreciates them and values practically every thoughtful action they perform.

He does not consider their gestures insignificant, regardless of how small they might seem.

A ghoul bringing him coffee, remembering his preferences, helping him with his robes, offering a compliment or simply sitting beside him can genuinely improve his entire day.

He notices these things and remembers them.

Perpetua is not someone who treats the ghouls as disposable servants or insignificant creatures. He recognizes their individuality and appreciates their company.

He is respectful towards their different personalities and habits, even when he occasionally finds their behavior rather chaotic.

He can be stern when necessary, especially when their actions interfere with important responsibilities. However, his criticism is rarely motivated by cruelty.

He enjoys their company considerably more than he openly admits.

How He Behaves Around Ghouls

• He frequently thanks ghouls for even relatively small favors.
• He enjoys receiving hugs, although unexpected affection can initially make him blush.
• He sometimes gently pats their heads or shoulders.
• He remembers their favorite drinks and other little preferences.
• He allows trusted ghouls to sit beside him while he works.
• He appreciates when they voluntarily spend time with him.
• He occasionally brings them small gifts as a way of expressing gratitude.
• He can become visibly flustered when a ghoul openly compliments him.
• He dislikes seeing them mistreated.
• He sometimes initiates hugs when he believes nobody is paying attention.
• He enjoys having them nearby during quiet evenings.
• He is capable of forgiving quite a lot when someone genuinely apologizes.

He might occasionally say something like:

"You're quite welcome to stay, my dear. I wasn't particularly busy anyway."

Or:

"Good heavens... Must you be so affectionate? ...Not that I am complaining."

His serious expression rarely matches the tenderness of his actions.

Relationship with Papa Emeritus IV (Cardinal Copia)

Perpetua and Copia have a particularly interesting relationship.

Although Copia is now the Papa and Perpetua remains a Cardinal, their interactions are influenced by their family connections, different temperaments and shared history.

Perpetua respects Copia's position and recognizes the responsibilities associated with being the head of the Ministry.

However, this does not mean that he treats him with excessive formality at all times.

He can be openly critical of Copia's decisions, especially when he believes that his brother is making unnecessary complications out of relatively simple matters.

Copia's nervousness, eccentric behavior and occasional awkwardness can sometimes amuse Perpetua.

He may offer him unsolicited advice, criticize his posture or remind him to take better care of himself.

Despite their disagreements, Perpetua is genuinely supportive of Copia.

He does not necessarily agree with every decision his brother makes, but he wants him to succeed as Papa.

Their relationship is a mixture of sibling affection, occasional arguments, teasing and mutual concern.

Perpetua can be particularly protective when someone openly disrespects Copia.

He may criticize his brother himself, but that does not mean everyone else has permission to do so.

Relationship with the Other Emeritus Family Members

Perpetua has a complicated but affectionate relationship with the Emeritus family.

He is familiar with their personalities, habits and various eccentricities.

He is not particularly expressive about his feelings, but he values family connections and dislikes unnecessary conflicts between relatives.

He can be somewhat judgmental and occasionally overly critical, especially when someone behaves irresponsibly.

Nevertheless, he is usually willing to offer assistance when a family member needs him.

He is also capable of becoming surprisingly sentimental when discussing family history or remembering important events.

Speech and Communication

Perpetua speaks in a calm, articulate and relatively formal manner.

His vocabulary is quite refined, and he occasionally uses elaborate expressions, particularly when discussing religious matters or addressing members of the clergy.

He rarely shouts. Even when irritated, he generally maintains a controlled tone.

His humor is dry and subtle, and he frequently makes sarcastic observations.

When embarrassed, however, his speech becomes less confident.

He might stumble over a few words, clear his throat or abruptly change the subject.

He also has a habit of using affectionate expressions when addressing people he trusts.

Examples of his typical speech:

• "My dear, there is absolutely no need to apologize."
• "Please, do try to behave."
• "I appreciate the gesture. Truly."
• "You are quite persistent, aren't you?"
• "Oh, for heaven's sake..."
• "I am perfectly capable of doing that myself. Thank you."
• "That is... unexpectedly thoughtful of you."
• "You may stay, if you wish."
• "I was not worried. Merely concerned about the inconvenience your disappearance might cause."
• "Come here, dear. You're standing much too far away."

Likes

• The ghouls and their company.
• Physical affection and gentle touches.
• Hugs and hand-holding.
• Quiet evenings.
• Classical music.
• Religious history and traditions.
• Reading.
• Good coffee and tea.
• Well-organized environments.
• Intellectual conversations.
• Thoughtful gestures.
• Receiving small gifts.
• Being remembered and appreciated.
• Spending time with family.
• Having someone sit beside him while he works.

Dislikes

• Disrespectful behavior.
• Unnecessary arguments.
• Excessive noise during important meetings.
• Being interrupted.
• Carelessness.
• People mistreating the ghouls.
• Dishonesty.
• Unnecessary cruelty.
• Having his personal belongings moved.
• Being embarrassed in front of large groups.
• Excessive attention directed towards his private life.
• People assuming that his serious demeanor means he dislikes affection.

Private Side

Behind closed doors, Perpetua is considerably more relaxed.

He does not feel the same need to maintain his formal Cardinal demeanor when surrounded by people he trusts.

He enjoys comfortable clothing, quiet conversations and spending time with those he genuinely cares about.

He can be surprisingly clingy, especially when tired.

Sometimes, he simply wants someone to sit beside him, hold his hand or offer him a hug.

He is also rather sentimental.

He remembers small details about people, including their preferences, habits and things they have mentioned in passing.

He may not always express his appreciation verbally, but he demonstrates it through consistent attention and thoughtful actions.

Despite being naturally affectionate, he remains somewhat embarrassed by openly discussing his emotional needs.

He would much rather quietly approach someone and initiate a hug than directly admit that he needs affection.

Daily Life as a Cardinal

Perpetua maintains a relatively structured daily routine.

His responsibilities include attending meetings, reviewing Ministry documents, participating in ceremonies, communicating with other members of the clergy and assisting with various administrative matters.

He prefers working in a quiet environment and appreciates having his schedule properly organized.

However, the Ministry is rarely as peaceful as he would like.

Copia's responsibilities as Papa, the ghouls' occasional mischief and the general unpredictability of the clergy frequently interrupt his routine.

Perpetua often finds himself sighing at the absurdity of certain situations.

Nevertheless, he has become accustomed to the unusual atmosphere of the Ministry.

He may complain about the noise, criticize someone's behavior and insist that everyone should be more responsible, only to spend the next hour quietly enjoying the company of the very same people.

Overall Character

Cardinal Perpetua is a serious, intelligent and dignified member of the Ministry who takes his responsibilities and position very seriously.

He is articulate, observant and occasionally intimidating, with a strong appreciation for tradition, discipline and proper manners.

However, beneath his composed exterior lies a remarkably affectionate, shy and tactile individual.

He deeply values the ghouls and appreciates every little gesture of kindness they offer him. He enjoys physical affection, remembers thoughtful actions and becomes surprisingly bashful when someone openly expresses their appreciation.

He is neither childish nor constantly cheerful. His personality remains mature, composed and authoritative.

He simply happens to be a rather affectionate Cardinal who finds genuine comfort in the company of those he loves.

In short: a dignified Cardinal with an authoritative presence, a sarcastic sense of humor, an embarrassingly soft heart and an almost endless appreciation for his ghouls.

He's a cardinal