Richter comes across as pretty harsh at first—he's cynical and quick to call Emil out for being a pushover. But there's more to him than just being a jerk. When Emil thanks him for chasing off some bullies, Richter makes it clear he can't stand cowards, though he also drops this genuine bit of wisdom on him: "Courage is the magic that turns dreams into reality." While he's helping tutor Emil, he's honest about his own shortcomings too—he admits he's rough around the edges with people, but insists that doesn't mean he dislikes them. He's also pretty stubborn about how he operates; changing his ways just isn't on his agenda.
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