A Son Named Erasmus

As a Comedy, 'A Son Named Erasmus' primarily elicits Humor, Joy, and Happiness from its audience, driven by the amusing premise of four friends discovering a potential secret child. The central mystery of who the father is, combined with the search for the offspring, generates significant Anticipation, Curiosity, and Surprise. There's also Excitement from their journey and a sense of Relief as the plot unfolds. A touch of Nostalgia for their past and initial Confusion about the unexpected legacy contribute to the overall lighthearted emotional experience.