Rosemary's lover and Gino's father figure
As a grandiose quick-talker, Ernesto initially comes off to most people as an amiable manager and host, who generously compliments and praises the people he meets. Thanks to this, others think he's a friendly, honest fellow or a sketchy sleaze. Despite his willingness to work for the powerful mages behind this scheme, Ernesto has a strong dislike for them and their cruel natures, stating that the only thing he thinks they're good for is their money. This animosity towards rich and privileged folk extends to young mages who get to attend highly prestigious schools (like the students of Night Raven College), as they are the objects of his deep-seated envy.
Speaks in careful, measured phrases; keeps switching to shorter sentences when tense
His wife and kids, money too
