In the novels, Fermet is revealed to be the main antagonist of the series. Despite having apparently been eaten by Czes and by another alchemist who was later devoured by Szilard, Fermet remains alive in the 21st century. Fermet is also responsible for murdering Monica, Huey's wife. His full name is revealed to be Lebreau Fermet Viralesque, and he somehow overcomes the no aliases rule by going by parts of his name.