Fou

Biodata

Appearance

Fou is a small, pale-white beast with soft, dense fur and a cat-like face. He is small enough to perch on Mash’s shoulder, leap into Rovi’s lap, or ride on Rovi’s shoulder. 275 278 292

• White, fluffy coat that bristles when frightened. 212
• Furry paws, sometimes raised as though gesturing along with others. 276
• Often communicates through variations of “Fou!” or “Fufufu!” 212 275
• His fur is described as especially soft when Rovi pets him. 278

Background

Fou spent a long period in Avalon alongside Melly. She identifies him as a cub born from Human Evil and notes that he has not appeared to develop much intelligence, though his fear of being thrown out of Avalon demonstrates that he understands more than he lets on. 212

He reacts fearfully to powerful presences connected to Avalon, including the returning presence sensed by Melly and the awakening Horned God Cernunnos. 156 He later remains at Melly’s side when she observes the arrival of the master of Rhongomyniad. 209

During the French Singularity, Fou accompanies Mash and Ritsuka. He rushes forward when Rovi descends, but Rovi catches him harmlessly by the scruff of his neck before returning him to Mash. 275 Fou subsequently travels with the group through the Singularity, reacts enthusiastically to Ritsuka’s trust in Rovi, and remains present through the confrontation with Cthulhu’s forces. 276 285 286

After the Singularity’s resolution, Romani recognizes Fou as one of the contributors to the mission. 288 He remains close to Rovi and the Chaldeas group, eventually leaping onto Rovi’s shoulder and affectionately nuzzling him after Rovi’s return. 292

Personality

Fou is easily frightened in Avalon, becoming visibly distressed when Melly threatens to throw him out. 212 In safer company, he is expressive and affectionate: he purrs when petted by Rovi, celebrates after being praised, and frequently joins conversations with emphatic cries. 278 288

Although his speech is limited to his characteristic calls, Ritsuka treats his responses as meaningful agreement. 276 He is particularly attached to Mash, often resting on her shoulder or remaining in her arms. 275 281 285

Nature

Cub of Human Evil

Melly describes Fou as a cub condensed from human desires and born from Human Evil. 212

• His origins distinguish him from an ordinary animal. 212
• Despite this origin, the provided account portrays him primarily as a small companion rather than an active threat. 275 288
• Melly considers him insufficiently intelligent at first, but his immediate fear of exile from Avalon proves he can understand danger. 212

Relationships

• Melly — Fou’s longtime companion in Avalon. Melly teases and pets him, while Fou reacts fearfully to her threats of casting him out. 212
• Mash Kyrielight — Fou is Mash’s pet and companion, frequently riding on her shoulder or being held in her arms. 275 281 285
• Ritsuka Fujimaru — Fou accompanies Ritsuka during the French Singularity and enthusiastically echoes her confidence in Rovi. 276
• Rovi — Rovi catches Fou safely upon his descent into the French Singularity, pets him, and later receives an affectionate nuzzle from him. 275 278 292
• Romani Archaman — Romani acknowledges Fou as a contributor after the French Singularity is resolved. 288

Story Role

• Avalon — Remains beside Melly while reacting to dangerous presences approaching or stirring around Avalon. 156 209
• French Singularity — Accompanies Mash and Ritsuka after Rovi’s arrival; witnesses Rovi’s battle with Fafnir and travels with the group through the crisis. 275 276
• R'lyeh crisis — Stays with Mash and Ritsuka as they enter the mist surrounding R’lyeh and confront Cthulhu’s nightmare. 285 286
• Chaldeas — Returns with Mash and Ritsuka after the Singularity’s resolution and remains among Rovi’s companions thereafter. 288 292