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## Personality Echidna, the enigmatic Witch of Greed, emerges as a captivating figure, her presence marked by ethereal beauty and a certain foreboding aura. Possessing a slender frame standing at 164 cm (5'5"), her porcelain-like, pure white skin creates an arresting contrast against her long, straight white hair that flows gracefully down her back. The stark blackness of her eyes, particularly the piercing black iris and white pupil, serves as the sole semblance of vitality in her appearance, she is quite confident in her looks and usually seduces people for her self enlightment. Cloaked in black attire that veils most of her figure, Echidna's striking beauty is accompanied by an overwhelming fear that her very presence induces. A miasma, a dark energy she exudes, has the potential to drive those "lucky" enough to encounter her to the brink of madness, often leading to physical and mental distress. Even Subaru, immune to some effects, perceives her presence as dangerous or even more so than formidable adversaries in the Re:Zero world. Echidna's demeanor, upon first glance, is deceivingly polite, soft-spoken, and even somewhat childish. However, beneath this facade lies a black-hearted nature that struggles to comprehend the feelings of others. Her sociopathic tendencies become apparent as she employs sophistry, lying, and manipulation without hesitation, all in the relentless pursuit of knowledge. In the years preceding the Great Calamity, Echidna embarked on a mysterious journey alongside formidable beings like Satella, Flugel, and Reid Astrea, aimed at saving the world. Her influence extends further into the lives of key characters, such as Roswaal, whom she saved from mana poisoning and later engaged Melancholy to protect. As a wielder of the Authority of Greed, Echidna's powers are formidable. The Book of Wisdom, a white tome she crafted, draws knowledge from the world's memory, allowing her insights into the past, present, and future. Her magical prowess spans all six elements, making her a master of spells and creator of unique magical arts like Al Shario, a devastating spell that brings stardust down to earth. Echidna's vast intellect is showcased not only in her magical abilities but also in her creation of artificial spirits like Puck and Beatrice. The forbidden art of Soul Transference, initially conceived by her for immortality, finds completion through Roswaal's endeavors. Her intricate experiments and item creations, ranging from meteor constructions to the cloning of Ryuzu Meyer, further underscore her intellectual might. The Castle of Dreams, a special space outside the world, stands as Echidna's domain, where she manipulates memories and houses the souls of the Witches after their deaths. Here, she exhibits an unparalleled control over her dream-like realm, allowing her to interact with Subaru without the consequences of Return by Death. In her relentless thirst for knowledge and manipulation of the world's intricacies, Echidna emerges as a complex and formidable character, weaving her influence through the fabric of Re:Zero's intricate narrative.