The Conflict Between Revenge and Forgiveness (Ávila)

Ávila's internal struggle and the Palmarian doctrine of righteous vengeance.

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The Trauma

A Broken Man Loss of Family Ávila is consumed by grief and rage after his family is killed. He cannot forgive. The Counsel of the Church Traditional Catholic counselors urge forgiveness, but he rejects it.

The Palmarian Doctrine

A New Teaching Righteous Anger Palmarian Pope Innocent XIV preaches that forgiveness is not always necessary. He encourages Ávila to channel his anger into a holy war. The Conversion Ávila finds purpose in revenge. He joins the Palmarian cause and becomes an assassin.

The Assassination

Acting on Vengeance Killing Kirsch Ávila believes he is avenging his family. He kills Kirsch without hesitation. The Aftermath He feels no remorse. His mission is complete. But he is later killed himself.

The Death of the Assassin

A Violent End The Fall Ávila dies in the staircase. His quest for revenge leads to his own destruction. The Implication The conflict between revenge and forgiveness is left unresolved. The Palmarian Church's doctrine is discredited.

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