Luce, or “light” in Italian, was designed by Italian artist Simone ... genre consider it their “preferred go-to media.” The mascot has gone viral online since its unveiling in late October ...

Critics debate whether mascot detracts from true faith, while supporters find Luce's design relatable. The Vatican recently surprised the world with a new anime-style mascot named Luce ...

Designed in a manga style, Luce aims to engage young believers. Many mascots serve as the faces of motivational or advertising campaigns, and companies frequently use these characters to promote ...