Board Thread:Speculation House/@comment-25024035-20140604193214/@comment-79.179.171.223-20140612200954

Roman Torchwick is more likely an allusion to Lampwick from Pinnochio, who lights roman candles. In fact, the mug shot shown on the news (episode 1 airship scene) is very similar to many comics that depict him. In the traditional story of Pinnochio, Lampwick turns into a donkey because he behaves like, well, an ass. If Roman really is a reference to that character, it would also explain his prejudice towards the faunus - he certainly didn't like becoming a donkey. :)

So pulling Roman into the "Gaston" role is... a stretch, at least based on impressions. I don't think your theory is correct, but it would make for some interesting fan fiction at the very least. :)

-Nathan J Xaxson