Overview

• Luce, meaning 'light' in Italian, is designed by Simone Legno, co-founder of the Japanese-inspired brand Tokidoki.
• The character features blue hair, a yellow raincoat, and muddy boots, symbolizing a pilgrim's journey and hope.
• Luce will debut at the Lucca Comics and Games convention and represent the Vatican at Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan.
• The mascot has sparked mixed reactions online, with some praising its appeal to youth and others criticizing its deviation from traditional Christian art.
• Luce is accompanied by other characters, including Fe, Xin, and Sky, to convey messages of hope and spirituality to young people.