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Pi is in a very confused state right now. Let's just say he's "torn" between a few beliefs. “Jesus, Mary, Muhammad and Vishnu, how good to see you Richard Parker!” -Life of Pi, Yann Martel, Pg. 62. Pi feels this way, because he doesn't just go mainstream with religion or choose one because its what everyone says is good. Pi looks deep into each religion and looks at every little detail. “But religion is more than rite and ritual. There is what the rite and ritual stand for.” -Life of Pi, Yann Martel, Pg. 48. Now this is how I would describe Pi's character/ personality.

As far as the physical traits of Pi, we are given a pretty good description in chapter 2.  "He lives in Sarborough. He's a small, slim man-no more than five foot five. Dark hair, dark eyes. Hair greying at the temples. Can't be older than forty. Pleasing coffee-coloured complexion. Mild fall weather, yet puts on a big winter parka with fur-lined hood for the walk to the diner. Expressive face. Speaks quickly, hands flitting about. No small talk. He launches forth." -Life of Pi, Yann Martel, Pg. 7.

The book is written in 1st person. Now, the narrator is telling a story about himself, so I would say that he is an omniscient participant. The author probably chose this point of view because the story is about personal, inspirational experiences.

Although it seems that Pi has chosen Christianity, he still uses bits and pieces of other religions.