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Depeche Mode, Ghost
"One touch is all it took
To draw you in, to leave you hooked-
One kiss, you paid the price,
You had a taste of paradise."
◇ Name; Anjeliq Karetnikov (Ahn-gel-eek Karat-nick-of). No notable nicknames other than the one gifted to her from the media -- Black Widow.
◇ Age; Indeterminable at first glance, though one can assume she's in her mid-twenties.
◇ Alignment; Teetering towards the edge of Neutral Evil. ('A neutral evil villain does whatever she can get away with. She is out for herself, pure and simple. She sheds no tears for those she kills, whether for profit, sport, or convenience. She has no love of order and holds no illusion that following laws, traditions, or codes would make her any better or more noble. On the other hand, she doesn't have the restless nature or love of conflict that a chaotic evil villain has.')
◇ Astrological Sign; Taurus. Reserved, cool, emotionally distant. Does not experience vast or dramatic changes in emotion, when stressed turns inward until pushed to such a degree that they explode outward.
◇ Sex; Cisgendered, presents and identifies as female, but is not necessarily feminine in her demeanour and attitude. If anything she could be considered more 'androgynous' in her personality -- she carefully balances masculine sternness and a hardened disposition with feminine subtlety and attention to social cues (on occasion).
◇ Voice; A low purr, with a mild rasp and obvious, though botched, European accent. Watered down over time, it may have originally been Russian, but now does not hold as much depth or definition as it once did.
◇ Species; Human, born witch. Upon induction into Amon's circle, she has also assumed the roles of occultist and lycopact. Other supernaturals may 'read' or smell/feel her magical essence from a close distance, though it is somewhat diluted. Direct physical contact will result in feelings of mild light-headedness, disorientation and fatigue. (Anje's ancestors are believed to be 'full-blooded' witches, their lineage stemming from Salem itself. In order to escape the witch hunts, the women of her family immigrated to Europe, where they married and had children with human men. Therefore, the 'magic' in Anje's blood is diluted to a degree and she does not possess multiple abilities, though has the potential to gain other abilities in the future with training and by acquiring energy/lifeforce from more magical individuals or creatures.)
◇ Ethnicity; Russian-born, with American lineage.
◇ Vocation; Various odd jobs; as she never stays in one place for terribly long, most of her work is under the table. Has worked as a bartender, server and hostess, as well as various other jobs - both reputable and otherwise. Currently, she has ventured into the realm of camming, with accounts on MFC and Camsoda that rank fairly high in alternative and fetish content, as well as go-go dancing at a local nightclub and making club appearances to act as a bottle service girl whenever her talent agency offers her enough for it.
◇ Class; Low to middle-class.
◇ Income; Low to moderate; she's acquired a modest nest egg from saving over time -- as well as various other more suspicious means -- and is never completely struggling, but also never very well off.
◇ Caste; Presents herself as moderate to high-class, her clothing is well-made and appears expensive, but typically isn't. Her history of acquiring 'benefactors' in the past has resulted in her being gifted some rather impressive luxury items. A key requirement of her profession is to be able to complement those around her, and so she is able to blend with most all castes and walks of life (though those of particularly well means should be able to spot her as a fraud fairly quickly if they look close enough).
◇ Rank; In terms of 'pack' hierarchy; alpha. She is not overtly commanding or domineering in her presence, her influence being more of a subversive sort. She is the girl to wrap you tight around her finger.
◇ Current Residence; Wandering across the States, she goes wherever her job takes her. Has a residence in New Versailles, but only sees it about once a month or so.
◇ Marital Status; Single, apathetic.
◇ Lovers; Not applicable.
◇ Preferences; Uncertain. Judging by her rather messy history, it would seem that she avoids physical contact, let alone intimate contact, with most people. There are rumours that she enjoys the darker side of intimacy, however...
◇ Style of Love; Nonexistent, apathetic.
◇ Plays/Kinks; Aggressive situations, mild to moderate bondage. Bloodletting.
◇ Turn-Ons; Uncertain.
◇ Turn-Offs; Lack of confidence, submissiveness.
physical appearance
◇ Appearance; Clearly exotic, appealing in a way that is both obvious and subtle. She is fairly tall at 5'11", and her body is slimmer with some fullness at the breasts, hips, backside and thighs. It can be assumed that she would be heavier if not for her diet and lifestyle, though slender bone structure allows for a frailer appearance when underfed. Her skin is lightly tanned, indicative of her European background, a 'coffee and cream' colour that is smooth and lacking in freckles or birthmarks. She does, however, possess various scars, the most noted being a long, pale gash up the length of her inner thigh and nearly to the apex of thigh and groin. Her hair is a deep, rich black, with faint hints of espresso brown woven through during the brighter summer months. It is fairly long at rib-length and falls in a loose, natural curl, full at the root and thick. It is typically worn loose with layers that begin at her jawline and span downward, though from time to time she will wear it up in either a ponytail, careless bun or braid. When travelling her hair is always bound back to ensure she is able to move freely. Her facial features are conventionally attractive if not fine-edged and delicate, an accurate representation being Kristina Bazan.
◇ Facial Features; Face is mildly heart-shaped with high cheekbones, defined brows and a dainty nose, full lips and a softly rounded chin. Her eyes are almond-shaped and expressive, and a very light shade of green rimmed with a darker hazel. They are one of the most defining features on her face, and against a darker tan seem almost unnatural. Skin is smooth and free of blemishes, though she rarely ever gets colour in her cheeks and at times her skin appears almost ashy or sallow in nature with a lack of proper nutrition and sunlight.
◇ Notable Features; Her facial structure, full, beestung lips which are always painted varying shades of red, and the colouring and shade of her eyes. The colour of her hair in contrast with the colour of her skin and eyes. When skin-to-skin contact is made, she seems colder than the average human would be at room temperature, and even during the summer months in this Southern state might be found wearing sweaters and long pants. Gooseflesh perpetually tickles her skin, and it seems slightly ashy at times, especially under her eyes.
◇ Body Type; Slim yet possessing some curves, with more weight on her she can be seen as voluptuous. Currently body type would be a slight hourglass shape.
◇ Blood Type; O-. Bitter and off to the tastebuds, reminiscent of strong, aged liquor. (Though most usually don't go around sampling it at will, those that have might claim it to have a likeness to alcohol, numbing to the senses and poisonous if consumed in large doses.)
◇ Body Modifications; One small stud in each ear and a thin gold hoop in the left, hooking through the lower cartilage. Will on occasion wear a dainty gold ring in her septum, hugging tight to the cartilage. An intricately-detailed tattoo on her sternum, its focal point being the elaborate moth in its center.
◇ Scars; Varying in size and age, the largest and most notable one being along her inner thigh.
◇ Diet; Not terribly finicky, but favours poultry and fish over pork and beef. Partial to black coffee, red grapes and cherries, and nicotine.
◇ Style; Almost androgynous in nature at times -- she wears slim-fitted pants, blouses, men's button-down and t-shirts on a regular basis though is capable of dressing up if she chooses to. At nighttime or when going out prefers to wear leather in some form, be it pants, motorcycle boots, or other accessories. Has an affinity for black and darker colours like navy blue and oxblood. Is not often caught wearing dresses or anything distinctly feminine, though may do so if in a particular mood. The one thing she does invest in, however, is lingerie, with a collection varying in price from mainstream to couture. She favours Agent Provocateur and La Perla. Somewhat eclectic in tastes, with a preference for furs and skins. Is almost never seen without a single ring, it's to be assumed that it has some sort of sentimental value to her.
◇ Possessions; Various small trinkets from moving, though most often seen on or around her person is a set of dainty silver rings, one decorated with a pearl that appears more like a perfect, singular droplet of blood. Those with a silver weakness, beware.
◇ Gifts/Trinkets; None of note at this point in time.
◇ Pets; A Doberman who goes by ночь, or Noch. He is pitch black and of a fairly amicable demeanour, though protective of his owner. Often seen lurking around her, looking intimidating. A faintly negative air seems to surround him as well; those who are more learned in supernatural occurrences will know immediately that this particular dog is much more than he appears to be.
◇ Coinage; None on hand.
◇ Scent; A custom-made blend of patchouli, musk and rich amber notes; deep, subtle but still commanding in scent. It is laced with something somewhat offputting, and one can never quite place exactly what it is. (Other supernaturals can assume this is her 'aura' or magical energy, and while not terribly strong, it is still noticeable, especially to those with heightened senses of smell.)
◇ Health; Generally underfed and tired-looking, though otherwise mentally and physically stable.
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Lo-Fang, Boris
"Baby, come up to my office,
You played at my party, I owe you some money
You owe me your lips, I'm going to give tips,
I heard your boyfriend's out of town."
personality
◇ Cold, stern and somewhat aloof, Anje presents herself as rather unsettling at first and does not typically warm up to others over time. She is apathetic to a fault and finds it difficult to understand the vast complexity of emotion that others show her, perhaps due to a life of being thrown into unpleasant circumstances that are out of her control. She is charismatic in a somewhat unpleasant way -- one finds her intriguing almost immediately, though can never quite understand why. Perhaps it is because it is difficult to understand her, her motives are constantly changing, and she is a prime example of a survivalist mentality. Anje will do whatever it takes to ensure her own safety, even if it means jeopardizing others in the process. As a result she does not form many meaningful relationships, though it is difficult to say whether she would appreciate them at all or not. While not typically excitable this does not mean that she is boring -- she can hold conversation and is capable of being social, though not to a large degree. In adolescence she was formally diagnosed with a high-functioning level of Dissocial personality disorder, which is characterized by a lack of empathy and a low threshold for stronger, negative emotions, such as anger, jealousy or frustration. As a result she has become very controlled in her responses if she does reach a certain point of overstimulation, but, if pushed further, can and will react violently. She is not known to exhibit many 'warmer' or more feminine characteristics, like sympathy, overt kindness or submissiveness, but judging by her more flighty nature in times of stress it can be assumed that such feelings or behaviours could be forced onto her by someone of a more persistent nature. A wild animal forced into a tight cage, there is something lurking beneath the surface of her impeccably stony facade, something she struggles to conceal. Overall she is hard to read, distant and icy, with complex layers to her seemingly flat personality.
◇ Quirks; Has a mild oral fixation and will chew her lower lip, pinch various items -- cigarettes, etc. -- between her teeth and tap the tips of her fingers against her mouth. Will also randomly flex and pop the knuckles of her fingers, and has an awful habit of looking around the room she's occupying fairly often, as if plotting a way to escape. Collector of oddities, including vintage Ouija boards, prayer candles, tarot card decks and faux taxidermy.
◇ Strengths/Weaknesses; Resilient, stubborn, is not susceptible to some 'weaker' feelings and other character weaknesses that may get in her way. She is stern and fairly well-educated, and calm when assessing most situations. Alternately, her paranoia can grow somewhat intense while in larger crowds or in smaller rooms packed with a number of people, and she prefers open space and the outdoors to wild parties or busy social scenarios. Apathetic, prone to flightiness and lack of commitment, has difficulty maintaining relationships, be it professional or otherwise, as well as jobs.
◇ Talents; Has a somewhat soothing voice, flexible, a fairly proficient dancer. Years in the service industry has made her rather talented at making a stiff drink.
◇ Disorders; High-functioning Dissocial personality disorder, which is considered a psychopathic personality disorder.
◇ Superstitions; Believes that she is 'cursed' due to her power. Avoids those who 'read' like she does, though does not realize actively that she is doing so. Has not been provided proof of supernatural beings, her own heritage has been hidden from her since she was born and is only becoming more apparent to her as she draws closer to the root of it all in New Versailles. (Anje has been 'pulled' to this particular place because of its strong magical influences and the presence of other supernaturals, though to her it is simply a strong urge and not any sort of magnetic draw. She is unaware of the extent of her powers and is confused as to why she must go to this place specifically, but simply 'knows' intrinsically that she should be there.)
◇ Likes/Dislikes; Reading, incense, candles and odd tea brews. Is intrigued by dream tea and lucid dreaming. Has a mild fascination with 'horror' aspects, including behaviour analysis of serial killers and other criminals, slasher movies, and some aspects of the occult. Dainty, fragile accessories and hair pieces, brushing her hair and having it brushed or toyed with by others, old books, poetry and art. She has a vast and varied taste in music, and will listen to more or less anything, though prefers melodic, darker music and music from times past. Dancing, both classical and ballet, were of some interest to her in the past, as was acrobatics. As a child she was enrolled in several classes and has developed a catlike flexibility, which bodes well with her choice of profession (both 'civilian' and otherwise). Alternately she dislikes tight spaces, overly feminine items or individuals -- perhaps stemming from some sort of lost want for femininity -- loud noises, noxious smells and anything else generally abrasive. Intense emotion, overly sweet things, bright light and higher than average heat. Tends to shy away from those who are sick or exhibit sickly symptoms.
◇ Vices: Nicotine, alcohol, in the past was fairly susceptible to harder drugs though has been clean for a number of years. Willful ignorance, apathy, distrust, lack of empathy.
◇ Virtues: Resilience, stubbornness, the will to survive, has a gift for reading others for the most part. -
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