For those who argue Koumba is meant to be read as creepy or sleazy, here is an interview with the actor saying he was literally instructed the opposite by the showrunners.

“He then told me why it took so long to cast me. It was because it was so hard to find an actor who could play this character not as sleazy or creepy, but with a child-like wonder and sweetness to him. So it was such a relief to hear that they chose me and that they wanted that quality that I gave them in the audition.”

“So we talked about his backstory, and Vince said, “This guy did not come from opulence. He did not have a good life, and he was never successful with women. He was probably very geeky, nerdy and alone. Now, all of a sudden, he’s a kid in a candy shop, and he has the desire to live out the greatest fantasies he’s ever had.” So that informed me about who this guy is, and again, he’s not a sleaze bag or a creep. He’s someone who’s embraced the change, and he’s learned the rules of the game in order to navigate it. So he decided he’s going to live the best life he possibly can until they find a way to turn him.”

I had a bunch of people essentially insulting me earlier today for arguing that the character was not necessarily supposed to be read as a creep, so boosting here for those who might be interested.