Dogma

> For the people of this town... in God's name, I shall purge you!
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**Dogma Toscarina (**ドグマ・トスカリナ: Doguma Tosukarina) is a character from End Roll. A resident of Nameless Town and a rather cold individual, Dogma is the priest of a church.

He is Cody's older brother and burned to death alongside her after Russell set the church ablaze.

## Appearance

He has chestnut brown hair and dark red eyes. His hair is parted down the middle and falls evenly on both sides of his face. He always has a rather serious expression. His garb is composed of typical priest attire and he wears a gold cross affixed to his chest, a feature shared by his sister Cody.

## Personality

A fervent believer. Thoughtful of his sister, but rather grumpy. He is described as 'slightly stuffy' by Russell. He spends most of his time keeping the town’s church pristine.

Dogma speaks formally, eloquently, and typically bluntly, but Kantera tells him that he has a pleasant voice that one could fall asleep to. Dogma also often misses social cues when talking to others, but is well meaning nonetheless. He doesn’t express affection nor much positive emotion; however, he never hesitates to reprimand or commend people when he sees fit. He is implied to be rather introverted despite this, as many characters say that a visit from him is “rare.”

Despite his devoutness, he is forgiving when told about Cody breaking the goddess statue, suggesting that he admires bravery and just acts over God worship itself. In a conversation with Raymond, it's revealed that he has a low tolerance for vulgarity in others, and that he feels it's his duty to "educate so as to improve vile habits.” He is shown to be very truthful, saying that he “wouldn’t say it if it weren’t true” when praising Cody for being dedicated to eradicating evil.

He takes an active interest in learning, seeking to gain knowledge whenever he has the opportunity to do so. He mentions in a conversation with Kantera, Russell, and Tabasa that he intends to read every book in the library. While observing an underground aquarium, he comments that he’s in awe of the sea, and that “before such grandeur, [he’s] reminded again just how small [he] really [is]...yes. However, [he does] sense bottomless terror. ...[He] can’t fathom those who swim.” While erudite, he is highly cautious and aware of the danger around him. He has a habit of reciting Bible passages when in fear.

Dogma is extremely selfless regardless of his stern and critical nature, not once putting himself before others. Always seeking to reform, he takes an active role in solving problems within the town and in fixing whatever behavior he finds to be “bad.” As a result, he makes frequent remarks about his environment, either criticizing it (or himself, for that matter) or being in awe of it—directly mirroring the religious concept of “Fear of God.” In fact, Dogma often acts in a self punishing way, repressing his positive emotions—implying he views personal self indulgence as morally wrong despite rarely criticizing others for it, saying he “feels like he should be punished for feeling so good” when bathing in a sauna. He is implied to be far more critical of himself than he is of others.

While unaffectionate, he is a very caring person. He is consistently on guard, not hesitating to accuse others of suspicious behavior. However, he also repeatedly puts his needs second for the sake of the community and the well-being of the people he cares for. Despite his best efforts to be honest with others, he sometimes withholds information he deems to be more detrimental than helpful, in what seems to be an attempt to take on burdens alone. He appears to take an active role in caring for others past duty as well, telling Russell to avoid putting himself in danger, as “[his] heart cannot take it.”

## Relationships

### Cody

Dogma's sister. He always makes sure to check up on her whenever he’s given the chance to do so, as he’s very quick to worry over her. While he tends to lecture her and even warn Russell of her, he greatly admires her devotion and courage. He is very, very protective of her, and while he isn’t doting or outwardly loving, many characters are well aware of it. He sometimes withholds information from her in fear she’ll be more hurt by it, but ultimately tries to be as candid as possible.

### Russell

Dogma treats Russell with kindness, tending not to reprimand him. He is also very caring and parent-like over him, advising him to not take strong risks as such a thing greatly worries him, and to be wary of Cody taking “advantage” of him, despite the fact that she is never implied to act in a way that would cause one to think she would. At the same time, he tries his best to alleviate the boy of too much worry, preferring to take it on himself. He advises Gardenia to be more calm like him, but then tells her that perhaps he is “too calm.”

*More on their relationship can be found in the Character Endings section.*

### Kantera

Dogma’s doctor. Kantera supplies him with medicine for his asthma, saying that it is important to keep his voice in good condition as he “[uses his] throat often in [his] line of work.” While Kantera is implied to hold affection for Dogma, complimenting his “pleasant” voice and actively taking interest in his religion and the history behind it, Dogma himself seems to resent the other man for always falling asleep during his explanations.

## Stats

### True Ending

If you choose to end the dream by telling Dogma everything at the end of Day 7, you will get this ending.

When Russell tells Dogma that he committed the murders of the citizens of his town, he will be speechless and confused, believing Russell is making a crude joke. In denial, he pleads him to say it is one. Despite being an advocate for the truth, Dogma even offers to forget the “joke” completely—to no avail whatsoever.

After this, colored glass shards border the screen. Fire outbreaks in the church, with the implication that this is the setting in which Dogma died. Upon realizing this, he walks closer to Russell, asking why he’s showing him this. After some silence, he sighs and resigns, saying that he understand that Russell is “the enemy of [his] sister and [him].” In what seems to be an attempt to set himself straight, he tells him that to kill innocents is a heavy sin, and states that “even with God’s mercy...[he] will likely never be forgiven. [He] can...only atone in one way.”

The flames grow as Dogma tries to convince himself of this, despite it being a fallacy within the realm of his implied Christianity, saying Russell will suffer the pain he did by burning in the flames. Russell steps back and kneels down, accepting this. After some silence, Dogma runs to him, breaking down, and insists that Russell leaves and escapes the burning church. When Russell does not object, Dogma finally comes to understand, saying he will do what Russell desires, as his friend.

Dogma tells Russell that while he is remarkably stubborn, it isn’t a trait that he dislikes. This turns to frustrate him, as he is saddened that his death is how they must “say farewell.” He says, “Lord, please...Have pity on him...”

While these actions are vague, a common interpretation of the final animations of Dogma’s first True End is that he kisses Russell on the forehead, and performs what seems to be the Sign of the Cross, which is a short prayer in Christianity. The screen then becomes fully covered by the aforementioned slightly transparent but colorful glass shards. He says goodbye to Russell before running out, taking one final glance, and leaving the Church. The screen goes dark and the scene ends.

### True Ending 2

If you choose Dogma to bring to the festival with Russell and choose to let the dream collapse on its own, you will get this ending.

Russell awakes in his room, which is corrupted and littered with notes on the floor. The one he picks up accounts that he is sorry, and was unaware of the familial love Dogma had that “bound” him.

## Trivia

* From Segawa's list of Easiest to Hardest person to write dialogue for, Dogma places at number 14 as the hardest character.
* According to Cody in Clover Hospital's Dungeon, she took Dogma to the hospital frequently as he had bad asthma back then. The two then would go get ice cream afterwards, making it so the trips had something to look forward to after.
* Dogma doesn't seem to get along with animals, according to Tabasa in the 0-1 room.
* None of Dogma’s official art or in game sprites show him smiling, with the most positive emotion shown being vague contentness.
* He also despises Catties (referring to them as "foul demonic familiars").