Lustful Nobleman
CharacterThe Lustful Nobleman was a Midland aristocrat who purchased the twelve-year-old Casca as a servant and tried to force himself on her, only to die on the sword Griffith tossed to her. An artbook names him Verneau.
Appearance
The figure is a Midland nobleman, given no detailed description in the story beyond his rank and his roving eye for the young Casca. Supplementary artbook material refers to him under the name Verneau.
Personality
He is defined by predatory lust and the careless entitlement of his class, treating a purchased child as his to use and shedding any pretense of decency the moment the two of them were alone on the road.
History
The nobleman bought Casca from her impoverished parents at the age of twelve, ostensibly to serve as a maid in his castle. On the journey there he revealed his true intent, driving her from the carriage and pinning her down to assault her. As she began to give in, Griffith rode up and struck off the man's ear, then held out his sword to the girl. When the nobleman lunged for her throat, Casca seized the blade and drove it through his chest, killing her attacker and setting the course of her life toward the Band of the Falcon.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was the Lustful Nobleman in Berserk?
The Lustful Nobleman was a Midland aristocrat who purchased the twelve-year-old Casca from her impoverished parents, claiming he wanted her to serve as a maid in his castle. An artbook identifies him by the name Verneau.
How did the Lustful Nobleman die?
The Lustful Nobleman died when Griffith rode up during his assault on Casca, struck off the man's ear, and tossed her his sword. When the nobleman lunged at her throat, Casca seized the blade and drove it through his chest, killing him.
Why did the Lustful Nobleman buy Casca?
The Lustful Nobleman claimed he was buying Casca to work as a servant in his castle, but he actually intended to sexually assault her, revealing his true purpose once they were alone on the road.
What is the Lustful Nobleman's real name?
The character is unnamed in the main story and known only by his title, but a Berserk artbook gives him the name Verneau.
How did the Lustful Nobleman's death affect Casca's life?
Killing the Lustful Nobleman in self-defense set Casca on the path that led her to Griffith and the Band of the Falcon, since he had just saved her from the assault and offered her his sword.
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