Morgana | Ate too Much

Morgana is a major playable character of Persona 5. He is a mysterious being with ties to Mementos. He doesn't know who he is, and seeks answers to restore his memories.

While investigating Palaces, he encounters the protagonist and would have stuck with him since. During the group's activities as Phantom Thieves, Morgana acts as their second-in-command, mascot and guide.[q 1][q 2] To his teammates, he's also known as Mona during missions.

Morgana plays an important role in the group's infiltration of the Depths of Mementos, the original final arc of Persona 5.

Design P5 portrait of Morgana Morgana's portrait in Persona 5.

In the Metaverse, Morgana is an anthropomorphic and biped tuxedo cat-like creature with a large spheroidal head. His fur is predominantly black, except on his limbs and tail which appear white. The bottom front half of his face or his mouth is also white. In spite of this, Morgana is referred to as a "black cat." The only exceptions are in later portrayals of the series, such as in Royal, where Kunikazu Okumura's Shadow refers to him as a "black-and-white" thing.

His design and proportions are reminiscent of a mascot character, as his entire body is the same height as his head.[6] Morgana has a bulbous and pear-shaped body, but the anatomy varies per interpretation, as it can otherwise be portrayed as flat and rectangular. He also has stubby legs. Because of Morgana's small stature, the curvature of his limb muscles are more extreme, only difference being that he has smaller hands and feet in comparison. In some predominant material, such as his portraits in Persona 5, his arm muscle anatomy is flat and generalized.

Morgana wears a mask that covers much of his face, outside of his ears included (which can be unbuttoned from behind) with elliptic eyes consisting of white sclerae, blue irises and black pupils. His eyes are slightly slanted in a downturned angle.[7] Also, his eyes are vertically laid out dead center on his head, but may also be positioned higher up. His outer ears are black with white inner ears. He has a lemon-colored scarf around his neck, which in Strikers is confirmed to be made out of mysterious materials.[8][9][10] He also sports a utility belt around his hips, with two golden buttons and two bags attached. He generally has tufts of fur within the inside of his ears, around his shoulders and on his chest. He has pink paw pads.

In the real world, Morgana retains the anatomy of a normal adult house cat. The fur coat on his body remains the same, though it has been described to be "smooth and silky" to the touch.[11] His head is no longer covered by a mask, and is predominantly black with the exception of his white muzzle. He has a black nose, and whiskers on the sides of his muzzle and above his eyes. His blue irises cover his entire eyes, hiding his sclera, and his eyes are instead sharply upturned. He wears a yellow collar in place of his scarf and no longer wears a belt. His cat form also has retractable claws.

In the Metaverse, Morgana can transform into a van, but in-game he's always referred to as a "car." Its design is based on the Citroën H Van. The paint is dominantly black, with three yellow stripes on the hood (with the middle one being the thickest) and though they are symmetrical with one another, they are asymmetrically aligned with the vehicle itself, as they converge toward his left windshield. On the grille, there is a small golden emblem representing Morgana's biped head. In addition, the headlights represent his eyes, his ears are attached on the front side of the roof, and his tail is attached on the back. Unlike normal vehicles, it can also bend in a cartoon-like manner. On the inside, the bus has 2 rows of seats in the front, with 2 more on the front that are instead aligned towards the sides of the car, facing each-other.

For most of Persona 5, Morgana's anthropomorphic look is the one displayed in his dialogue portrait, no matter what form he's actually in or whether they're in the real world or not. However, after the Metaverse has been erased alongside his Metaverse form, he's instead perceived as a normal house-cat. However, should a new Mementos related incident occur and is known to him, his portrait will turn from his cat form to his anthropomorphic form, only to revert once the source of the incident has been removed.

In Persona 5: Dancing in Starlight, Morgana appears in his anthropomorphic form. For his Ball Stage Outfit, he retains his mask, but no longer wears a utility belt. Instead, he wears a white T-shirt with a gold "M" logo, with small "BAD★CAT" letters engraved below. He attains a large red scarf and black sneakers with gold shoelaces and white soles. He also wears a large gold crown on his head, with large "KING" letters carved around it, repeating the same word twice. Red diamond shaped gems are engraved between those letters, with the exception of those between "G" and "K," which are shaped like stars instead, serving as word spacing. Additionally, he also wears a golden chain bracelet on his left wrist.

In Persona 5 Royal, Morgana temporarily attains the form of a human. He has sleek dark blue hair with side-swept bangs and blue eyes. He wears a gray jacket over a dark beige scoop neck shirt, alongside a thin yellow necklace. In addition, he wears white jeans with a black belt and black sneakers with white shoelaces, soles and toe caps. He's roughly the protagonist's height. Morgana's Personality Overview

Morgana, the feline mascot of the Phantom Thieves in Persona 5, has a complex personality marked by arrogance, selfishness, and an identity crisis. He often annoys his teammates, particularly the protagonist and Ryuji, with his bossy, condescending demeanor, treating them like children. Despite his flaws, Morgana exhibits a caring side, particularly towards the protagonist and Futaba, whom he encourages and protects.

Identity Crisis and Denial

Morgana struggles with his identity as a cat, insisting he is human. His behavior includes human-like skills, such as talking and lockpicking, yet he still displays typical feline traits. His amnesia complicates this, leading to conflicts about his nature. Throughout Persona 5 Strikers, this conflict is emphasized as he questions his existence but gradually finds purpose with the Phantom Thieves.

Chivalry and Cowardice

Beneath his arrogant exterior, Morgana is chivalrous and speaks politely, especially to women like Ann Takamaki, for whom he harbors romantic feelings. He is protective and supportive of his friends but can also be cowardly and clumsy during missions. His intelligence and adaptability are notable, allowing him to contribute meaningfully to the team's efforts.

Loyalty and Growth

Morgana's loyalty to the Phantom Thieves evolves from a self-serving attitude to a genuine sense of duty, ultimately leading him to value their companionship. His relationship with the protagonist deepens, transforming from viewing him as a tool to recognizing their bond as essential. Morgana’s growth includes embracing his identity and becoming more self-aware, though he still retains a playful, sometimes arrogant demeanor.

Hobbies and Interests

Morgana enjoys the phantom thief genre, often integrating it into their missions. He is knowledgeable about cuisine, especially sushi, and has an interest in television and detective stories. His dreams of becoming human highlight his inner conflicts and aspirations, revealing a deeper emotional layer beneath his bravado.