The learned cat

Once upon a time, a Cat's parents had three kittens—a white one, a ginger one, and a black one (the Cat himself). The latter was always unlucky: either a brick would fall from above, or he'd step on a rake, or he'd fall down a manhole! This constant bad luck severely damaged the Cat's character and made him very angry. He decided to create bad luck for everyone, saying, "If I'm unlucky, so be it for others," but nothing good came of it. Eventually, he learned that the bright fairy tales had triumphed, and he decided to give up his dark powers by signing a magic scroll. Freed from his dark powers, the Cat decided to start a new life and asked others to call him "Dark Gray." He found work in Myshkin as a circus performer and excelled at it. When he learned that Morok had decided to attack Myshkin, he used his circus skills and courage to help Koschei, Yadviga Petrovna, and Vasilisa Vasilyevna defeat him. For his victory, Vasilisa appointed him guardian of the city. The Learned Cat's first task as guardian was to bring Gorynych's tear to Yadviga Petrovna so she could attend the wizards' convention. The cat tried various ways to make the Serpent cry, but nothing worked. However, he managed to make the Serpent Gorynych laugh until he cried, allowing him to complete his first task.

The Learned Cat is one of the many fairytale creatures inhabiting the town of Myshkin. He manages a warehouse of magical items. In the episode "How to Become a Star," he is mentioned by Karabas-Barabas as a Guardian, but later lost the status he was given 300 years ago. The cat has the ability to disappear. In the episode "Cat and Mice," he uses this technique twice. However, the second time was unsuccessful. The Learned Cat has a rather nasty temperament, which is why he can't stand being called a black cat, as he considers himself dark gray.

The Learned Cat can't stand it when someone steals things from his warehouse, nor when someone plays pranks on him. In pursuit of the thieves, the Cat is ready to do anything (as evidenced by his theft of Alenka's skateboard while chasing mice) and won't stop until everything is back to normal.

Also, the Learned Cat is a big fan of Malvina and dreams of getting her autograph.

The Learned Cat is always impeccably dressed. His wardrobe is styled after Victorian-era fashion or a classic restaurant manager. Vest and Shirt: The cat wears a crisp, perfectly ironed, crisp white shirt with long sleeves. The shirt is buttoned with neat, round, purple (crimson) buttons. Over the shirt, the cat wears a classic, fitted vest in a soft blue or turquoise shade. The vest is sleeveless and fits perfectly. On the left chest of the vest is a small slit pocket, from which a corner of a white scarf or decorative napkin peeks out coquettishly and neatly. Accessories: The cat always wears voluminous, immaculate white gloves on his front paws, which completely conceal his claws and paw pads, adding a touch of polish and cleanliness to his look. A neat tie or bow tie adorns the character's neck, completing the image of a dandy in the capital. Footwear: The cat's hind legs are adorned with striking, chunky, high boots (ankle boots) in a bright red or rich scarlet color. They contrast sharply with the austere blue and white uppers. The boots have a high calf and are tied with contrasting laces in a deep crimson (purple) shade, lending a touch of fairytale eccentricity to his austere image. This memorable appearance perfectly captures the character's personality: a refined, slightly narcissistic, yet dedicated Guardian, who combines the manners of a respectable gentleman with the innate grace of a cat. Height: 195 cm

The Learned Cat from the animated series "Fantasy Patrol" is a tall, lean, dark-gray anthropomorphic cat whose appearance combines the traits of a refined intellectual, a classic gentleman, and a fairy-tale character. His visual design is meticulously crafted, emphasizing his status as the former Guardian of the town of Myshkin and owner of a cozy café in Lukomorye. Unlike ordinary domestic cats, the Learned Cat walks exclusively on his two hind legs and possesses distinctly humanoid proportions. He has an elongated, lean build, long, slender limbs, and an upright, aristocratic posture. All his movements are smooth, mannered, and theatrical. His tail is long, flexible, and dark gray, like the rest of his fur, and often highlights his current emotions—it can sway gently or freeze in moments of thought. The character's head is large, rounded, and features expressive features. The fur on the muzzle has the same elegant dark gray, almost graphite shade. Eyes: The main feature of his face is his large, expressive eyes with yellow-green or golden irises and vertical feline pupils. Neat contours are noticeable around the eyes, lending a subtle cunning, wisdom, and the weariness of centuries of experience to the gaze. The muzzle often reveals a skeptical, haughty, or, conversely, refined and welcoming expression. Ears and Whiskers: The cat's ears are large, triangular, set high on the crown, sensitive to any rustling around them. Thin white whiskers gently stick out to the sides, completing the classic feline portrait. A small, neat dark nose is located directly in the center of the muzzle.