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indentCyrus, for one thing, is
intelligent - with a creative and analytical mind, he is
capable of reading a room - and a situation - a pragmatist
at heart, he has a natural penchant for puzzles - viewing them as
an intertwining of many different situations, rather than a tangled
web. However, this intelligence is often applied in a different way
than what is normally expected. Having been forced to endure what
he would call more than his fair share of court politics, his
intelligence manifests in a way that allows him to read into the
psychology of his peers. He has a way of developing - or feigning -
a type of empathy, or understanding. He addresses problems in a
rational and level-headed way, and tries to leave a
solution for others to ponder. Harsh insults and barbed words -
unless directed at those whom he holds dear - are usually ignored,
brushed away or dealt with quickly. Emotions and logic are easily
confused in his mind, and he returns to what he is comfortable with
— an escapist that refuses to admit it.
indentIronically, given his
empathetic facade, his domain of understanding does not stem from a
true emotional foundation. Rather, Cyrus's psyche is his mind. He
has a cerebral mindset, one that is most closely aligned
with the facets of logic and factual evidence. True companionship
is something of a rarity in his eyes, because through a rather
black-and-white worldview has evolved a rather blunt way of dealing
with his life. Psychology plays a part, but he tries to see things
at face value for what they are, rather than trying to figure out
the contours of human unpredictability. Cyrus tends to be rather
frank in conversation, addressing the situation in a way
that does not always allow for comfort and warmth. To more
skeptical eyes, Cyrus is someone who is better called severe or
even callous which isn't far from the truth. It's a paradoxical
dichotomy between mind and self that many people have trouble
understanding - and others often treat his aloof persona
with disdain and resentment. This has made him a certain pariah in
the Court, a problem for which there is little remedy. Ironically,
even though Cyrus is aware of this, he makes no attempt to change
it. He would rather have a close-knit circle of reliable friends
than a wide circle of acquaintances.
indentIn a state of focus,
Cyrus is relentless, leaping from one debacle to the next
without taking a break. Highly action-oriented, he has a
certain disregard for what he would deem 'useless' rules and
regulations. Furthermore, saddling him with easy and routine tasks,
however necessary they are, is a quick way to bore him half to
death and lose his interest. At times, this apparent overlook of
rules makes him a bit of a maverick. This isn't to say that he
believes he is above such mundane tasks as it is to say that he
believes they are merely excuses and not a way of moving forward.
He remains wary of suspected nepotism, believing that rank
should be achieved through hard work and achievement. Sadly, this
is not always the case. Having been betrayed too many times before,
Cyrus has grown cynical. He does not trust people to act
with altruism unless it is a last resort. Cyrus holds strangers at
a cold arms length, and sometimes he comes across as unfriendly to
outsiders.
indentUnsurprisingly, Cyrus
is a highly independent person, preferring to take on
lone-wolf positions instead of those that involve reliance on large
numbers of people. This is due to forming strong opinions - and a
preferred method of action - very quickly. Due to his stubbornness,
it can take a lot to cause divergence. Despite his prickly
exterior, however, lies a very different person. In contrast to his
resilient bearing, he needs time to shed his repressed and
mask and let loose. In tandem with his mental acuity, Cyrus has
developed an expansive vocabulary, which he proudly displays
through sardonic quips and one-liners. Darkly humored
and sharply witted, Cyrus knows how to get a reaction out of
somebody, whether to satisfaction or sorrow. In addition to his
wit, his enduring spirit ensures that he will follow those who earn
his respect, to the grave. He is devoted, willing to go to
the ends of the earth if it keeps his friends safe. With an
extensive memory, he rarely forgets the many ways people have
thrown generosity and kindness his way, and he always honors their
deeds. One good deed may not be enough to earn a lifetime of
camaraderie, but that does not mean it is meaningless either.
Unfortunately, this leads into one of the more negative aspects of
his personality.
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memory is a double-edged sword. Not only does Cyrus remember the
ways his peers have honored their connection with him, he also
remembers those who have merely used him for their own ends.
Revenge is a common taste to his tongue, and he has not yet been
desensitized to violence. He is unafraid to resort to brutality and
coercion in order to demand another make amends. In essence, he has
become a highly vindictive person. He can be surprisingly
quick to violence in this sense, slitting the throats of his
enemies with a unhinged smile on his face. This cuts a sharp
contrast to his usual calm demeanor, a ruthless contrast that often
leaves his opponents flat-footed. His anger stems from a history of
being used and abandoned, feeling the effects firsthand.
Unfortunately, some of this rage has manifested itself in anxiety
and regret. Cyrus cannot help becoming so self-loathing at
times, and tends to internalize the blame for things gone wrong in
the past. Typically, he struggles to find closure, and this blame
chases his thoughts for years on end.
paragraphFirst impressions
are crucial, and Cyrus tries to keep his demons concealed behind a
mirror-smooth calm and watchful eyes. Sullen, but
observant, he tries to avoid jumping into situations impulsively,
instead choosing to watch and analyze from a distance before making
a (usually educated) guess. Though distant, he tries to put up a
polite facade, answering questions politely to avoid
attracting further attention.
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[6w5 : The Defender || SN: 3 ||
ISTJ : The Logistician || Aquarius]
A highly clever but introverted character, Lysander is often locked
up in his own private rumination, and prefers to keep others at a
distance. His methodical working style, which dictates logic and
routine, is not necessarily for everyone. He tends to approach
problems systematically, breaking bigger problems into smaller
pieces that he can deal with easily. As a nod to his corvid race,
Lysander is highly in tune with his mind, to his benefit. He is
quick to identify and analyze patterns and trends, and he isn't
above out-of-the-box solutions. In essence, he is the very
definition of all brain and no brawn. In tandem with his mental
acuity, Lysander is in possession of a wit whose purpose is
entirely determined by context alone. In general, his wit is dry,
and in times of strife, his humor can take a dark turn. Most people
misinterpret his sardonic words as mocking or irreverent, but that
is far from the truth. In reality, Lysander takes every situation
seriously, but he comes off as frank in a way that is
misinterpreted as callousness and insensitivity.
The corvid is slow to befriend and trust, his bitter demeanor
creating an outer shell around him that is hard to breach. He sees
the worst in people, and braces against betrayal by keeping up a
constant vigilance. The kindest of his acquaintances call him
reserved, those who dislike him call him paranoid. It's hard for
him to lower his guard, and once he does, it seems that most of his
discomfort stems from being vulnerable. Once his trust is earned,
Lysander honors his friendships deeply. In truth, Lysander is
fairly sentimental and sensitive, highly perceptive of his
partner's emotions. He prefers to keep his reticence, thinking that
actions speak louder than words. A stoic observer, Lysander is
willing to sit down and listen to others peoples problems,
pondering in respectful silence before offering a solution. His
humor is not as biting, taking on a sly, teasing quality. Still,
it's hard to describe him as warm.
His aloof behavior comes with a certain level of fear, of secret
mistrust. Even though he keeps a calm and coldly charming demeanor,
his thought impulses quickly spiral into worse-case scenarios and
worry. Lysander is pretty judgmental and defensive, never truly
relaxed, and always investigating. The slightest coalition prompts
his interest; the whisperings of rumors always reach his ears one
way or another. He is hyper-vigilant. Most of the time, his fears
are unfounded. He knows how to make surface-level conversation to
deflect suspicion, but his penchant for honesty and bluntness means
he is more than capable of laying down hard criticism. Don't
mistake his anxiety for submissiveness; Lysander knows how to keep
a cool head while tearing into someone's psyche at the same time.
Unfortunately, this tends to bring about the exact situation that
he goes to avoid.
It's hard to earn his trust, but it's even harder, if not
impossible, to regain it. Once betrayed, Lysander quickly becomes
an enemy for life. The corvid is unrelenting to the point of
ruthlessness, more than willing to hunt down and exact vengeance
upon the poor unfortunate who crossed him. A betrayed Lysander is
fiery and snide at best, openly vicious and murderous at worst.
This penchant for brutality when he is crossed is often unexpected,
as most people readily assume he does not have a temper readily on
display. His words begin to snarl and bite, sinking into his
opponents' weaknesses and tearing them into shreds. In the
aftermath however, guilt haunts him incessantly as he inevitably
mourns those lost relationships. He often times catches himself
thinking about what they could have been if things had gone
differently, a cycle of melancholy and somber thinking.
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