James

James (ジェームズ) is the Furt Family butler.

Appearance
After the Furt Family’s fall from grace, James now bears a tense expression on his wrinkled face.

Personality
James seems to be a loyal manservant as he has remained in the employ of the Furt Family even after the emperor had revoked their nobility status.

Background
According to Arche Eeb Rile Furt, James had been the butler to the Furt Family for a long time. While the young mistress Arche is away from home trying to pay off his master's debt, he attempts to prevent the Furt Family from falling further into debt. However, this is easier said than done as Arche's father still refuses to admit he is no longer a noble, believing that he still needs to keep up appearances. Despite the aged old butler's reminders of the family's financial situation, his master has accumulated a debt of 300 gold coins.

The Invaders of the the Large Tomb Arc
James greets Arche, when she returns and apologizes for his inability to steer her father from taking out excessive loans. He is somewhat relieved after Arche's meager monetary commission, which he plans to use to alleviate the debt.

Abilities
In addition to having the skills of a butler, it seems James also possesses the mindset of an accountant, believing he could pay off the loans and receive his salary based on the content Arche's purse.

Arche Eeb Rile Furt
James cares deeply about the well being of his mistress, even aiding the girl in her plans to leave the Furt Family once the debt was cleared.

Trivia

 * James is the first human butler named in Overlord.