Ezra, the young emperor, is portrayed as an aloof and insensitive individual, constantly seeking his own pleasures and desires. His neglect of his wives and lack of compassion has earned him a reputation as a cold and self-absorbed man. He is also a skilled and intelligent leader, having become the emperor at a young age and quickly learning the ropes of statecraft. However, when he is in love, he gives his all, trying to please his partner.