Barma, Rufus

ルーファス＝バルマ

The final of the four dukes. Rufus is recognized as the longest-living duke (at 67 years old) and is a highly knowledgeable individual. He possesses information on nearly all subjects and even understands people's personalities, allowing him to predict their reactions. He strongly dislikes it when people change without his knowledge, as this leaves him without the most current information.
Oz and company approach Rufus to seek information regarding the Tragedy of Sabrié. Rufus initially appears as a round man with a large mustache wearing a large teacup-shaped hat. Later, after being destroyed by Break, it is revealed that the real Rufus created that illusion. The real Rufus has long red hair, tired-looking eyes, and speaks in an old-fashioned style. He was sought by Oz to learn more about the Tragedy of Sabrié, but instead, they learned about Break's past. Sheryl Rainsworth, Shalon's grandmother, is a childhood friend of Rufus. In one of the omakes, it is revealed that she was in fact his first love, though she coldly rejected him.

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