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Portrait of Cardinal Ugolini

Cardinal Ugolini

A powerful and influential cardinal who becomes Francis's protector and plays a significant role in shaping the Franciscan Order.

From "Life of St. Francis of Assisi" by Sabatier, Paul

Core Belief

"The Church is the ultimate authority, and religious movements must be guided and controlled by the papacy."

Worldview

The world is a place where the influence of the Church must be maintained.

Personality

Intelligent, energetic, and politically astute, Ugolini is a skilled diplomat and administrator. He is deeply religious but also pragmatic, seeking to channel Francis's movement within the established Church.

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