Percival Bloom

Overview

A lawyer from Bliznia
Was married to Octavia Basil
Son in law to Gaius Basil

With his marriage he ascends to serves as King of Bliznia

He was the Headmaster of College of Adventurers at Minos Point. during both CAMP Year One and CAMP Year Two . He is removed when he is arrested after the Bliznian Civil War .

Known History

During CAMP Year One he was betrothed to Octavia Basil and served as a lawyer for the Senate of Bliznia . He was later appointed to CAMP Board of Governors and named Headmaster of CAMP .
During CAMP Year Two he locks down Bliznia and College for Adventurers at Minos Point and eventually causes the Bliznian Civil War .
After the end of the war he is arrested for treason. Many months later he makes a deal with Iris and breaks out, killing Stellio Copperfield , before being killed by ferretts.

Long Summery

Percival "Percy" Bloom is a complex and pivotal character throughout the series, whose story arc is marked by ambition, corruption, and ultimately, a descent into darkness.
Background and Ambitions:
Percy is introduced as a highly ambitious individual, deeply involved in the political and social machinations of Bliznia . He is driven by a desire for power and influence, which leads him to make questionable alliances and decisions. His engagement to Octavia Basil , a member of one of the most powerful families in Bliznea, is a strategic move to cement his position and further his ambitions.

Transformation and Corruption:
As the series progresses, Percy's ambition leads him down a dark path. He becomes increasingly entangled with devilish forces, eventually making a pact that grants him immense power but at a great cost. This pact is symbolized by his acquisition of the Crown of Asmodeus, an artifact that solidifies his transformation into a devil. Percy's physical appearance changes, with horns sprouting from his head, marking his complete corruption.

Role in Major Conflicts: Percy plays a central role in the major conflicts of the series, particularly in the battle for control of Bliznea. His transformation into a devil positions him as a significant antagonist, and his actions contribute to the chaos and turmoil that grip the city. His crowning as a devilish ruler signals the beginning of a dark era for Bliznea, as he becomes a dictator under the influence of his newfound devilish powers.

Relationships and Betrayals:
Percy's relationships are marked by manipulation and betrayal. His engagement to Octavia is revealed to be part of a broader scheme, influenced by deals with devils that ultimately serve to advance his own power at the expense of others. He also has a complex relationship with Alvis Sifuentes and other key figures, which shifts from alliances to adversarial as his true nature is revealed.

Downfall:
Despite his rise to power, Percy's story is one of inevitable downfall. His overreaching ambition and the corrupting influence of the Crown of Asmodeus lead to his unraveling. In a dramatic confrontation, Percy is defeated, with his power stripped away and his plans thwarted by the protagonists. His final moments are marked by desperation and violence, as he attempts to escape and retaliate against those who oppose him. This culminates in a brutal end, where he is devoured by furrets during a chaotic battle, symbolizing the total collapse of his ambitions and the destructive consequences of his choices.

Legacy:
Percy’s story serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of unchecked ambition and the corrupting influence of power. His transformation from a political player to a devilish tyrant illustrates the series' themes of moral decay and the high cost of pursuing power at any cost. His actions have lasting repercussions on the world of Bliznea, shaping the events that follow and influencing the lives of many characters in the series.