Hermit

Biodata

Background

Cattleya was raised by Queen Mystic Bernadette and regards her as a maternal figure. Although rumors claim they separated after Cattleya joined the Moses Ascetic Order, Bernadette had foreseen that Cattleya’s future lay elsewhere and allowed her to leave; the two continued to communicate in secret. 521

She joined the Tarot Club as Hermit, where she was identified as the Admiral of Stars. Her first meeting immediately became tense when her Eyes of Mystery Prying observed the other members through the Gray Fog and drew Temperance’s attention. Alger subsequently confirmed her identity after Mr. Fool temporarily reduced the fog concealing her. 473 474 475

As a pirate captain, Cattleya has financial obligations associated with strengthening her crew and maintaining fleet operations. Although impressed by Temperance’s profits from raiding the Governor’s Mansion in Bayam, she recognized that his methods depended on exceptional strength and recklessness that she could not readily imitate. 516

Appearance

Cattleya appears in a classical robe embroidered with mysterious symbols and has striking violet or purple eyes. 473 475

• Her eyes are described as cold, indifferent, and without visible eyelashes when manifested through her Mystery Prying ability. 473
• The Gray Fog initially obscures her face, though the Fool temporarily thinned it enough for the other members to identify her as Admiral of Stars. 475

Personality

Cattleya is cautious and highly aware of the danger posed by hidden knowledge. When communicating with Bernadette about the Tarot Club, she encoded her message through requests for a Sequence 3 formula and Roselle’s notes rather than revealing the organization directly. 521

She is also resourceful and commercially pragmatic, offering to use her pirate channels to sell Temperance’s stolen jewelry and artworks at a reduced price without taking commission as an apology for her earlier intrusion. 475

Despite her reputation and capabilities, she is deeply intimidated by Mr. Fool’s authority. After being confronted over a second breach of the Tarot Club’s boundaries, she resigned herself to severe punishment rather than attempting to deny the risk she had taken for Bernadette. 583

Her reverence for Mr. Fool increased after discovering that Sun came from the Forsaken Land of the Gods and recognizing the Sea God’s Scepter as evidence that the Fool had replaced Kalvetua. She also viewed Justice and Sun’s rapid advancement as evidence of the Tarot Club’s substance, while acknowledging the role of the Acting Method in low-Sequence progression. 476 515

Bernadette remains a pronounced emotional vulnerability. News of the disastrous Pirate Assembly immediately made Cattleya worry about the Queen’s safety, a reaction Alger noticed and privately regarded as potential leverage against her. 586

Her concern became particularly evident before Bernadette’s later expedition to the Fog Sea. Audrey noticed profound unease beneath Cattleya’s attempts at composure, comparing her demeanor to that of a little girl who did not know where her home was. When Cattleya suspected that Temperance would accompany Bernadette, she was reassured by the protection his strength could provide but felt hurt that the Queen had repeatedly refused her own requests to join. She attributed her exclusion to being too weak. 915 916

Abilities & Skills

Eyes of Mystery Prying

Cattleya possesses eyes forcibly bestowed by the Hidden Sage that allow her to observe details normally obscured from others. 474

• Can partially see through the Gray Fog and examine the appearances, clothing, and traits of Tarot Club members. 473 474
• Her observation exposed Temperance’s blood-red robe and dangerous aura as resembling the Blood Bishop. 473
• The ability initially could not be voluntarily closed. 474
• Mr. Fool had her create restricted glasses after her first meeting to prevent a repeat of the incident. 475

Occult Knowledge and Trade Networks

Cattleya has extensive occult knowledge and access to valuable materials through her maritime connections. 476 516

• Offered Six-Winged Gargoyle eyeballs and a Radiant Spirit Tree fruit needed for the advancement of World and Sun. 476
• Offered to investigate the Secrets Suppliant Pathway’s Sequence 3 formula in exchange for a drop of Mythical Creature blood. 516
• Identified Helene as a Sauron descendant and former maritime merchant reportedly captured by Vice Admiral of Ailment Tracy. 477
• Sought Angel blood as a required material for her advancement to Sequence 4, Mysticologist. 664
• Clarified that the blood she required had to have been shed while its source was in a genuine Mythical Creature state; merely having formerly been an Angel did not establish its suitability. 516
• Reported that rumors placed Sophia, Feysac’s missing third princess, relatively high in the imperial succession while the emperor was in poor health. 478
• Confirmed that she had sold part of Temperance’s valuables through her channels. 515
• Actively responded to other members’ requests for advancement resources, but later reported that her channels had found no leads on Temperance’s desired Sequence 3 formula. 585
• Supplied maritime intelligence that Gehrman Sparrow had joined the King of Blood’s fleet near Oravi Island to hunt remnants of the King of Immortality’s forces. 628
• Examined Temperance’s later consignment of Southern Continent treasures, recognizing such notable objects as the thirteenth Highland pharaoh’s golden mask, an Asura Temple mural, and papyrus recording royal heritage. 753
• Reported the Admiral of Blood’s attacks on ships in the Sonia Sea and helped explain Suah’s position as the Rose School of Thought’s leader and the Mother Tree of Desire’s child, likely a Sequence 1 Angel with unstable Spirituality. 518
• Warned Justice that Greed’s main body might pursue her after the destruction of an avatar. 787
• Agreed, alongside Temperance and Hanged Man, to pass intelligence about West Balam’s factions to World. 788
• Recognized from Star’s use of the term “Grade 2 Sealed Artifact” that he was, or had once been, an official Beyonder. 838

Power Progression

Relationships

• Queen Mystic Bernadette — Cattleya was raised by Bernadette and maintains secret contact with her despite their public separation. She risks Mr. Fool’s displeasure to pass Bernadette hints concerning Roselle and the Tarot Club. Her immediate concern after the Pirate Assembly’s catastrophe further demonstrates her attachment to the Queen. She later requested divine protection for Bernadette’s search and felt bitter when she suspected Temperance had been allowed to accompany the Queen after her own repeated requests were refused. 521 583 586 915 916
• Mr. Fool / Klein — Her Tarot Club leader. He warned her after she used Mystery Prying on fellow members and later confronted her over a second disclosure-related transgression, punishing her with severe mental torment through the Gray Fog. She subsequently continued presenting Roselle’s diary pages and requesting information, including whether Roselle had belonged to an ancient secret organization and whether he might still be alive. A later large submission earned exchange value equivalent to ten questions, part of which she used to request protection for Bernadette. 475 582 583 705 752 915 916
• Temperance / Luther — Fellow Tarot Club member who first detected her prying eyes and publicly demanded an explanation. She later served as a trade contact and attempted to help locate his Sequence 3 formula, though her channels ultimately produced no lead at that stage. He also approached her about selling Southern Continent treasures. Bernadette privately asked him to help preserve Cattleya’s life, a request he understood once Mr. Fool exposed her disclosure. Cattleya later regarded him as a valuable protector for Bernadette while feeling hurt by his apparent inclusion in the Queen’s expedition. 474 475 516 583 585 753 916
• Hanged Man / Alger — Fellow Tarot Club member who recognized her identity as Admiral of Stars and remained wary of her suspected connection to the Moses Ascetic Order. After observing her concern for Bernadette, he privately identified that attachment as a weakness he could exploit. Her reaction to Temperance’s planned Fog Sea journey later reinforced his assessment. 473 476 586 916
• Magician / Fors — Cattleya offered payment for information or contact concerning Dorian Gray and the Abraham Family, seeking knowledge about Mr. Door. Fors later conveyed the family’s limited knowledge and their refusal to establish direct contact for the time being. 706 753
• Justice / Audrey — Fellow Tarot Club member who noticed Cattleya’s emotional reactions to the Fool’s authority and later competed with her for Temperance’s disciplinary glove. Audrey ultimately purchased the glove for 11,000 pounds. Cattleya also warned Audrey of possible further pursuit by Greed’s main body, while Audrey later recognized the depth of her anxiety over Bernadette’s affairs. 476 787 838 915

Story Role / Major Arcs

Joining the Tarot Club

Cattleya enters the Tarot Club as Hermit. Her Eyes of Mystery Prying make her the first member shown capable of partially piercing the Gray Fog’s concealment, but this immediately provokes Temperance and establishes strict limits on investigating fellow members. 473 474 475

During the same early gathering, she establishes her practical usefulness by offering advancement materials to World and Sun. Learning Sun’s origins and recognizing Mr. Fool’s connection to the Sea God’s authority deepen her respect for the organization and its leader. 476

Roselle Investigation and Secret Correspondence

Using her connection with Bernadette, Cattleya sends coded requests for Roselle’s notes and a Sequence 3 formula, hoping Bernadette will infer that someone connected to Roselle’s Diary exists within the Tarot Club. 521

Her attempt to disclose information related to Mr. Fool is later discovered, causing her to fear punishment while accepting that helping Bernadette was worth the danger. 582 583

Mr. Fool publicly identifies Bernadette, the owner of the Dawn, as the recipient of the disclosure. Cattleya accepts responsibility, and he uses the Gray Fog to inflict extreme mental torment while the other members watch in silence. The confrontation also allows Luther to understand that Bernadette’s earlier request to protect Cattleya concerned the anticipated punishment rather than a possible encounter at sea. 583

She continues serving as an intermediary for diary submissions and questions associated with Bernadette’s investigation. Her later requests concern other people appearing in a diary entry, Roselle’s possible membership in an extremely secretive ancient organization, and whether Roselle could still be alive. 624 664 705 752

When she asks why Roselle went mad in his later years, Mr. Fool explains that unknown stimulation or influence had turned his attention toward Sequence 0. He subsequently confirms that Roselle had joined an ancient secret organization. 624 705

After her question about the secret organization, Temperance explains the Twilight Hermit Order to members who had joined later, including Cattleya. His analysis connects its goal of reviving the Original Creator with Adam and the authority of Imagination. 708

Cattleya later presents three more diary pages and asks for the meaning of two Rosellean characters, “Homeland.” Mr. Fool explains that they signify one’s homeland, the place where the heart and spirit belong. Cattleya falls silent after hearing the answer. She continues supplying diary pages at later gatherings, including the meeting at which Star and Judgement join. 787 788 836

Search for Advancement Materials

Cattleya repeatedly seeks a drop of Angel blood for her future advancement to Sequence 4 Mysticologist. She is willing to barter powerful items—including one that borrows power from a user’s past self and another that temporarily stabilizes mental state—for two portions. Temperance and World each accept an exchange for one drop of Angel blood. 516 664 706

Her offer to investigate Temperance’s Sequence 3 formula does not immediately succeed. She later informs him that her channels have no leads, while continuing to assist other members with their advancement-resource requests. 585

Pirate Assembly Aftermath

Cattleya does not attend the Pirate Assembly that ends with the King of Immortality’s death, the emergence of a new King of Blood, and Suah’s severe injury. Hearing the report at the Tarot Club leaves her dazed and immediately concerned for Bernadette. Alger reassures her that the other pirate kings are unharmed, while privately noting the Queen’s importance to her. 586

Inquiry into Mr. Door and the Abraham Family

Cattleya seeks contact with Dorian Gray and the Abraham Family, offering Fors 1,200 pounds during their negotiations and subsequently asking to be informed of any future news, with payment negotiable. 706

Fors later reports that the Abraham descendants know little about Mr. Door. Their information identifies him as an ancestor who disappeared during the War of the Four Emperors and notes the ravings they hear during full or crimson moons, which can cause them to lose control. The family declines direct contact for the time being. 753

Continuing Trade Cooperation

Cattleya remains one of Temperance’s channels for converting seized valuables into money. His later consignments include Southern Continent artifacts and royal treasures, whose quality and historical significance surprise her. 748 753

At a subsequent gathering, she expresses interest in the disciplinary glove Temperance offers for sale, but Justice secures it instead. 838

Bernadette’s Fog Sea Expedition

Before Bernadette’s expedition, Cattleya brings Mr. Fool a large batch of Roselle’s diary entries. He values the submission at the equivalent of ten questions. She asks to use two questions and make one request immediately, reserving the remaining exchange value for later. Audrey notices that she is deeply worried despite trying to conceal it. 915

Cattleya asks about the location of Roselle’s mausoleum and the cause of his madness. Mr. Fool offers tentative answers: the mausoleum may lie among the primitive islands Roselle explored deep in the Fog Sea, and his madness may have resulted from an evil god’s corruption. Her remaining request is for protection for someone when necessary, which Mr. Fool accepts in connection with Bernadette’s search. 916

During the trading segment, Temperance requests Fog Sea charts, routes, and other intelligence, revealing that he will depart the following day. Cattleya questions him about his destination and companions. Noticing that his departure coincides with Bernadette’s, she suspects they are traveling together. Although his strength reassures her about the Queen’s safety, she feels bitter that Bernadette refused to take her despite her repeated pleas. She lowers her head and withdraws from the exchange, concluding that her own insufficient strength is the reason. Alger notices her reaction and again recognizes the depth of her attachment to Bernadette. 916

Mr. Fool later watches over Bernadette and Luther as they reach the island, supported by the Staff of Stars and the Staff of Life. Bernadette senses and confirms his attention before continuing the exploration. 928

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