Papa Emeritus IV

Papa Emeritus IV is a character persona adopted by Tobias Forge, the frontman and creative force behind the Swedish rock band Ghost. Introduced as the fourth iteration of the band's theatrical lead singer during the 2020 cycle, the character reflects the band's evolving blend of occult-themed rock, arena pop, and elaborate stagecraft. This figure was released as part of the Funko Pop! Rocks series to commemorate the band’s growing international visibility and their distinct, evolving visual aesthetic.

The figure was designed by Funko to capture the opulent, regal costume worn by Papa Emeritus IV, featuring intricate gold embroidery and the character’s signature face paint. Like other figures in the Rocks line, it serves as a stylized bridge between mainstream collectible culture and the specific iconography of hard rock and heavy metal performance art. Upon its release, it was well-received by the Ghost fanbase, known colloquially as the 'Cloth', for its attention to the character's ornate stage presence.