Quasi

A hunchback who works as a torturer alongside Duchamp. Despite his grim role, he exhibits empathy and a willingness to challenge unjust authority. His journey takes him from coerced participant in assassination plots to a hopeful leader who garners the people’s support.

Quasi’s co-worker who is quick to envy Quasi’s sudden popularity. His ambition drives him to manipulate situations for personal gain, though his actions ultimately contribute to the escalating chaos. He experiences a controversial arc of heroism and betrayal, ending with a complicated fate.

A keen and compassionate queen who sees leadership potential in Quasi. She becomes a pivotal ally and romantic partner, challenging expectations and aiding in the political upheavals of the kingdom. Her influence helps steer events toward a more humane, united France.

The scheming king intent on uniting his kingdom with Catherine through marriage. He orchestrates plots to eliminate rivals and maintain control, using bold moves and manipulation to stay on top. His rivalry with the pope fuels the dramatic tension at the heart of Pope Week.

The pope who opposes King Guy’s plans and becomes entangled in a dangerous power play. His rivalry with the king drives much of the plot, culminating in an unlikely confrontation during the ceremony. He is a symbol of religious influence intersecting with political ambition.

Pope Cornelius’s ally and a scheming figure within the court who drives the conspiracy against Quasi. His machinations lead to key betrayals and the danger that threatens Quasi’s life before Catherine intervenes.

A powerful church figure involved in the political intrigue surrounding Pope Week. His presence emphasizes the intertwined nature of religious and royal authority in this feudal setting. He contributes to the tension that fuels the climactic confrontations.

A culinary student who becomes a victim of torture alongside Quasi’s group. His fate underscores the brutality of the regime’s mechanisms and the costs paid by those caught in the crossfire of power struggles.

A loyal guard within the royal entourage who witnesses the unfolding chaos. His role anchors the security and order concerns during Pope Week and the perilous plots against the royal family.

A loyalist to King Guy who partners with Duchamp in the court’s machinations. His actions contribute to the tense political atmosphere and the eventual downward spiral of the plot.

A monk-like character who witnesses and participates in the drama within the palace. His role hints at the wider moral universe of the story and the people affected by the crown’s decisions.

Quasi’s alter ego in disguise and a source of humor and misdirection within the court. The Jester’s role amplifies the satire of power and court life while providing a narrative through-line for Quasi’s experiences.