Role: Catholic Priest / Spiritual Anchor of the Community
Arc / Description:
A humble priest of the countryside, Father Raffaele remains outside the politics of the Mafia but becomes a crucial spiritual figure for the Atanasio family. He officiates Antonio and Maria’s wedding, offering a fleeting glimpse of peace and hope. Later, he presides over Maria’s funeral, visibly shaken and grief-stricken. Though never involved in violence, his presence marks both the height of joy and the depth of tragedy, serving as a spiritual anchor amid the family’s descent into bloodshed. Raffaele represents the moral conscience of the town — a steady and compassionate soul whose sorrow deepens as the world around him darkens.
Outlook:
Father Raffaele is a soft-featured, middle-aged man with a calm demeanor and a warm presence. His greying beard frames a kind face that radiates serenity and modesty. He wears a simple but clean clerical robe that moves gently with his slow steps. His voice is quiet yet carries a surprising strength during sermons or rituals. His eyes seem to hold both hope and sorrow — especially later in the story, as the violence escalates. He is the kind of priest people trust instinctively.
AI Image Prompt:
“A humble Catholic priest in rural Sicily, with a greying beard, calm face, and simple black clerical robe. Standing at the side door of a cathedral, warm and welcoming expression, eyes reflecting both kindness and sadness. 1940s Southern Italy village setting. Cinematic natural light, human and relatable look.”
Game Card Traits:
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Influence | 5 |
| Cunning | 2 |
| Brutality | 0 |
| Loyalty | 10 |
| Charisma | 7 |
| Combat Skill | 0 |
| Stamina | 5 |
| Notoriety | 2 |
| Secret Trait | Voice of Peace – Once per game, may cancel all violence in one scene if not attacked directly. |
Type: SPIRITUAL
Faction: Church / Civilian
Age Range: 50s
Relationships:
- Trusted by the Atanasio family
- Respected by townspeople across classes
- Symbolic contrast to the Mafia’s spiral into blood
Scene Appearances:
- Wedding of Maria and Antonio — officiates the ceremony and blesses the union
- Maria’s Funeral — delivers a sorrowful eulogy, shaken by the tragic turn