The Inventor

A genius inventor driven by a relentless search for life, the soul, and the workings of the universe. He pushes scientific boundaries while navigating church authority and political pressure, balancing curiosity with caution.

A compassionate noblewoman who assists Leonardo, offering practical support and a human perspective on his radical ideas. Her involvement helps bridge science with the human experience.

Patron and mother-figure within the French court, aligning with Leonardo’s visions and fostering exchange between science and monarchy.

The French king who invites Leonardo to his court and showcases his inventions, embodying courtly ambition and dynastic prestige.

Head of the Papal Court who seeks to direct Leonardo’s investigations, illustrating the clash between faith and science.

One of Leonardo’s collaborators in the intellectual exchanges and experimental work.

An associate whose involvement reflects the collaborative nature of Renaissance science at the French court.

A medical-clerical figure who challenges or guides Leonardo’s medical and existential explorations.

A young court attache who witnesses demonstrations and daily life at the royal sites.

A mysterious court figure who participates in the political theater surrounding Leonardo’s work.

A powerful monarch showcased during festivals, symbolizing the era’s imperial ambitions and courtly spectacle.

Holy Roman Emperor attending the era’s grand royal gathering, representing the broader political stakes of Renaissance power.

A minor figure who appears in mortality-themed scenes, providing a counterpoint to Leonardo’s life’s work.

A secondary role played by the same actor, contributing to the broader Renaissance tableau.

Another mortality-themed figure that frames the drama of life and death around Leonardo’s pursuits.

A prominent monarch at the festival of rulers, embodying dynastic power and its impact on science and culture.