# Pecson — El Filibusterismo character guide

> Pecson in El Filibusterismo by José Rizal.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** the pessimist Pecson

**First appearance:** 0015-xiii-the-class-in-physics

## Who they are

A cynical student who often makes dark jokes.

## In the story

### [In the House of the Students](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/el_filibusterismo_se/chapters/xiv-in-the-house-of-the-students)

Pessimistic student who raises doubts about the petition's success and cites past examples of friar interference.

### [Smiles and Tears](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/el_filibusterismo_se/chapters/xxv-smiles-and-tears)

Delivers a long, satirical speech praising the friars in a mocking tone, mimicking a preacher.

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