Petelgeuse Romanée-Conti

Sin Archbishop of Sloth

A fanatical Sin Archbishop of Sloth appearing in the 'Re:Zero' series set in another world, an executive of the Witch's Cult. Possessed by an evil spirit, featuring a deranged personality.

Quotes

  • I don't want to die!!
  • The supremacy of Sloth, that is my duty.
  • You lot wouldn't understand this suffering of mine!
  • I must be me.
  • I won't let anyone interfere.

Trivia

  • The author used many unique mannerisms to depict Petelgeuse's madness.
  • Voice actress Chinatsu Akasaki received high praise for differentiating the madness and pathos.
  • The Sin Archbishop of Sloth has strong presence as a major enemy character in the anime.
  • The name derives from a French wine brand.
  • Mental state depiction differs between original novel and anime.

Alternate names

Petelgeuse Sin Archbishop of Sloth Sin Archbishop Petelgeuse Greed Archbishop Petelgeuse

Tags

Petelgeuse Romanée-Conti Witch's Cult Sin Archbishop Zealot Sin Archbishop of Sloth Evil Spirit Re:Zero Dark Fantasy

Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
Somewhat slim build with white skin and a distinctive tear mole. Wears a dirty white robe-like outfit, with sharp eyes and a slightly sinister aura.
Height
About 170cm
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
White
Distinguishing features
  • Tear mole
  • Insane smile
  • White hair
Iconic items
  • Sin Archbishop's Robe
  • Staff
  • Witch's Cult Emblem

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Fanatical
Detailed personality
An extreme zealot embodying the Sin of Sloth. Mentally unstable with bizarre speech and actions. Holds absolute loyalty to the Witch's Cult; his convictions amount to a destructive obsession.
Keywords
  • Fanatical
  • Persistent
  • Insane
  • Obsessive
  • Unstable
  • Violent
Motto
The supremacy of Sloth, that is the truth
Talents
  • Mental endurance
  • Spirit manipulation
  • Spirit user
  • Immortality
  • Hypnosis and madness inducement
Skills
  • Magic combat
  • Use of evil spells
  • Physical enhancement
Motivation
Achieving the Witch's Cult's objectives and realizing his fanatical ideals. Wielding destructive power while suppressing his own Sloth.
Habits
'I don't want to die' is one of his catchphrases. Constantly emits strange laughter and repeats self-contradictory statements.
Favorite foods
Sweets, Cake, Fruit
Hobbies
Fanatical faith, Mental manipulation
Disliked situations
Interference with his plans, Defeat, Insults

History

Backstory
Originally human, but taken into the Witch's Cult as the Sin Archbishop of Sloth, becoming a being possessed by an evil spirit. In a madness-filled mental state, commits numerous destructive acts and opposes Subaru and others.
Debut date
April 3, 2016
Work title
Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World
Media type
Anime
Episode or chapter
Episode 1

Rise as Witch's Cult executive

Significant event
Rise as Witch's Cult executive
Description
Appears as the Sin Archbishop of Sloth, disrupting the story with indiscriminate violence and insane actions.

Fierce battle with Natsuki Subaru

Significant event
Fierce battle with Natsuki Subaru
Description
Engages protagonist Subaru in intense mental and physical confrontations, becoming a major antagonist.

Departure in final battle

Significant event
Departure in final battle
Description
Dies after key battles in the story, forming a major turning point.

Relationships

Elsa Granhirte

Teammate

Cooperative as fellow Witch's Cult executives, but also rivals.

Ram

Rival

Clashes multiple times as Witch's Cult adversaries.

Witch's Cult

Witch's Cult: leader

Media appearances

Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World

Anime / Protagonist

2016 TV Series

Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World

Manga / Supporting

Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World - Lost in Memories

Game / Supporting

Voice cast and creators

Chinatsu Akasaki

Voice actor
Chinatsu Akasaki
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Anime version

Chinatsu Akasaki

Voice actor
Chinatsu Akasaki
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Theatrical version

Tappei Nagatsuki

Creator name
Tappei Nagatsuki
Role
Original author

Shinichirō Ōtsuka

Creator name
Shinichirō Ōtsuka
Role
Character designer

WHITE FOX

Creator name
WHITE FOX
Role
Animation studio

Related goods

Petelgeuse Figure

Item name
Petelgeuse Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Petelgeuse Acrylic Stand

Item name
Petelgeuse Acrylic Stand
Category
Accessory
Availability
Limited