◖Basic Information◗ Full Name: Sasha Crestlyn.
Nickname: Stone.
Very few know his first name,
considering how little it is used.
Age: 34
Race: Gargoyle.. Half, anyway.
Sexuality: Bisexual.
Nationality Native.. enough.
Height: 6'9"
Weight: 198lbs
Blood Type: O-
Birthday: July 6th.
Gender: Male.
ThemeSong: Tantric- Down and Out. 
◖Physical Information◗ Eye Color: -Complete Heterochromia-
His right eye is a warm amber, his left eye is a rich green.
Hair Color: Black.
Scars/Tattoos/Physical markings: Take your pick, he's covered in scars from various situations.. The only one that stands out is a rather vivid mark along the right side of his jaw and cheek, someone got lucky with a broken bottle during a bar fight.
Or, rather, unlucky considering how badly he beat them for the cheap attack afterward..
◖Mindset◗ Personality: He's a pretty independent and lazy creature, honest about what he wants and what he considers 'important' to him.. And surprisingly gullible, believing what people tell him simply because he's never understood the point of lying. He will become annoyed when he realizes he was duped, of course, but not outright angry.. It was his mistake to believe the lie in the first place, after all. Sasha has a very obvious 'I Bite' vibe that most people are smart enough to recognize, he just doesn't like tolerating those not worthy of his time. On a good day he is possessive of what is his, disinterested in what is not, and content to spend his time indulging in his hedonistic life style.. On a bad day the man is predatory, restless, and brooding. Sasha
likes fighting, enjoys the rush that comes with dishing out and taking hits.. He doesn't actually care if he wins or loses as long as it is a difficult battle, and oddly enough he shows a sense of respect for those that can best him in this way. It won't stop him from slugging them again, but.. he's less likely to brush them off when they talk to him later. Half of his trouble stems from the fact that he's a Beta type personality, if someone expects him to follow their orders they'd better be ready to prove they're worthy of his loyalty and trust.. Or back off and get out of his way before he points out their mistake with his fist. Being a gargoyle he is a pack creature by nature, enjoying the bonds formed in such a social structure, but so few can keep up with his rowdy and wild behavior that he's learned to function on his own.
Now, for being such a savage brute, he does have a few redeeming qualities.. He is ridiculously protective of children, for one. He has a soft spot for spunky brats, admiring courage and tenacity... As for adults, he's drawn to strong willed and independent types. Anyone that can take his predatory, bellicose, personality and still act comfortable in his presence is more than welcome to stay by his side. Sasha acts how his nature demands, facing life with an untamed pride.. But to those rare few who understand and actually treat him like a friend he is viciously loyal and even a little malleable to their will. He's instinctive, taking after his mother's blood with chilling results, and at the oddest of times it becomes clear just how much more 'beast' he is than 'man'.. Showing himself to be a self confident and ferocious individual. He has trouble remembering the importance of 'morals' in the face of his self-indulgent habits.. But he can be persuaded to change his behavior by someone he likes. When he does go out of his way to help a stranger he'll either ignore the victim or chastise them, typically saying something along the lines of:
" If you can't protect yourself, why should I protect you?" But, thanks to Raven's influence, he'll still intervene and ensure they are safe before he returns to his business. His little sister Raven has this sort of sway over him simply because he truly loves the brat like family and he wants her to be happy.. But despite what good deeds he may do, the man isn't the hero type and he makes that fact very clear.
✔Likes: - Casual pleasures.
- Battle.
- Worthy (strong willed) people.
- His sister, Raven.
- Dogs.
- Relaxing.
✘Dislikes: - 99% of the people he meets.
- Dirty or cowardly fighters.
- Weak people barking orders.
- Hospitals.
- Abusive or cruel behavior towards children.
☹ Pet Peeves: - Unfamiliar people talking to him like they know him.
- Raven's knack for dragging animals and strangers home to 'help them'.
- Knowing he has to help strangers, if his little sister or friend Ronan asks.
◖Historical◗ Past: Sasha was raised, with his half brother, by his mortal father.. A feisty, shameless old man that not only loved his children but also encouraged their ruffian behaviors. It was hard to believe that his Pops was a Detective, the man seeming to get along better with the city's problem people instead of the straight and narrow crowd.. But Officer Crestlyn was a likeable man to anyone that came across him, a slightly jaded joker with a good heart and a decent head on his shoulders. He understood that life wasn't black or white, but a number of greys between the two.. Maybe that was why, when he realized what a handful his eldest son was growing into, the man embraced Sasha's odd nature with open arms. There were rules, he had to follow a basic moral code laid out by his old man, but as long as he didn't cross that outline then he was praised for being what he was. He still got into more fights than he can remember, acting every bit as ferocious and wild as a full blooded Gargoyle cub.. But thanks to his mortal little half brother and morally-supportive best friend Ronan he never strayed from the 'rules' his father had laid out. They were pretty simple anyway.. No theft, murder, abuse, extortion, or cruelty were the obvious ones. Then the stuff about asking instead of taking, being polite in front of women, apologizing when he did something wrong, that sort of thing.. Sasha never understood
why all that was important, but for his Father he did try.
It was devastating when, at the age of 19, his father died in the line of duty, shot by some idiot he'd been trying to talk down.. He'd made it to the hospital but, with his wounds, he didn't survive the night. Sasha and Tyler had slept in the waiting room all night, refusing to leave, only to be met by the Chief of Police the next morning. His father had praised this man, respected him even, but that didn't ease the news that the man carried. Tyler had wailed while Sasha wept silently, his mismatched gaze locked on the floor as he struggled to fight the rage that came with his grief. They told him they had captured the murderer, that he was locked up as they spoke.. But all that news managed to do was agitate the young man more. These officers were following the code his father had valued so much but, in his mind, he couldn't understand the justice behind it anymore..
Officer Crestlyn, one of their own, was dead and the man who killed him was sitting safe and sound in a cell? In the months that followed that notion ate at him, making him doubt the soundness of such a code.. But, even with this dilemma, couldn't abandon his little brother. Taking legal guardianship of the boy, as Tyler was only 15 at the time, Sasha traded his education for work to support his sibling. Considering how difficult his personality was and how highly his father had praised them the military seemed like a good idea, somewhere secure and strict that could hopefully tame the wrath building in him.. While still keeping him somewhat respectable in the eyes of his dear ones and producing a decent paycheck to support Tyler with. In the end all they could manage was to 'direct' him, his nature simply too unruly to bend, but it was enough to satisfy Sasha's needs. His little brother wrote to him weekly without fail for many, many years as Sasha traveled abroad. Because of that loyalty he cared for the brat dearly, genuinely happy when he received word about the guy finding himself a woman.. and actually coming to care for the girl himself after he grudgingly returned to meet her before the wedding. By that time he'd grown into a semi-level headed man, his work earning him respect and renown as a Soldier.. He would have pressed higher if not for the phone call he received from his old friend Ronan one night. His brother was dead. His little sister-in-law was barely holding on to life, having lost her child as well as her husband in the accident.. She was the only family he had left, and she was fading fast. Whatever use he would be, Sasha didn't know, but he wouldn't leave the girl.. She was family, and she needed him. Cashing in his vacation time he didn't hesitate, catching the first flight home.
After such an impressive service record it was almost a shame to retire from the military life.. But like all good things it had to end, Raven couldn't be trusted on her own and Sasha wasn't willing to risk her safety with a live-in stranger. With the cash he'd saved up during his service the pair have been living rather comfortably in his father's old house.. Sasha taking work as a bar Bouncer to fill his time once Raven showed signs of improvement. He hasn't found a job that is as satisfying as his military work, his extensive energy making him restless.. So most of his nights after work are spent knocking back booze with his old friends or, when she insists, helping Raven save the dredges of humanity around the city streets. It is odd but helping her mend has done wonders to settle the beast in him.. Enough so, at least, that he has opened up a bit more towards people. Sure, he's still a beast, but at least he's being a good boy. He strongly considered applying for law enforcement, like his father, but.. Sasha knows himself to be a far less noble creature than his deceased parent, even if they did give him a chance it would be difficult to keep himself from deviating from their rules.
Birthplace: Clearcrest.
◖Battle Information◗ Abilities: Goyle Traits - While he naturally heals quickly his saliva has additional healing properties, a few licks will heal minor wounds.. The bigger the injury the more spit he'll need to mend it. His body has adapted fangs and acute senses common to his species, his sight better suited for nocturnal use but still clear enough during the day, as well as a rather thick skin and skeleton. It takes a little more effort to bruise him, stabbing still works with a bit more strength behind the thrust.. But he's a pretty durable guy. It comes at a price, he must consume stones as part of his natural diet and his power fluxes with the time of day.. At night he his much stronger than in the morning, actually getting sluggish and tired during the daylight hours. He did inherit wings from his mother's blood, yet being a Halfling.. it is a painful experience to unfurl them from his back, the large bat-like structures leaving his flesh torn when he hides them away again. How they fit so neatly away into his human body he has no idea, but they are a part of him and when he becomes agitated they can be seen shifting around under his flesh. It is a good hint to leave him be.
Military Training - He has a proficient knowledge of hand-to-hand combat along with a variety of pinning techniques, his daily training honing his body and ensuring a high endurance.. But he was never the type to plot out a plan of attack. It is easy to provoke his ire, his honest personality making him a ripe target for manipulation or deceit.. Assuming someone is brave enough to risk antagonizing him in such a way.
Weakness - The man's greatest weakness is his stomach. Being half gargoyle he must eat minerals regularly, often seen tearing into gravel like popcorn, but being half man.. his hunger extends to mortal foods as well. Feed him well, give him a place to sleep through the morning hours, and he'll naturally lower his guard. Consuming most fruits or vegetables will make him physically ill, drinking too much juice will stimulate a 'drunken' effect until his body can recover from the shock. This makes him much more receptive towards strangers, and lowers his self control.
Balancing Logic and Instinct; In moments of stress he will express instinctive behaviors, sudden surprises can trigger a 'fight or flight' reflex and make it difficult for cognitive thought. In the military they joked about this as his 'berserker' mode, but it isn't that simple. His beastial nature is his natural state, the 'humanistic' side of his personality is a conditioned behavior.. It is a constant struggle for him to maintain a 'moral' standing and, if offered the right temptation, his self control can slip.
Talents: - Ignoring people.
- Brawling.
- Dancing.. His sister made him learn a number of styles.
- Telling the truth, no matter how brutal or rude it may seem, without hesitation.
- Getting along with dangerous animals, birds of a feather right?
Weapon: His body.
Battle Theme: Shinedown- Cut the Cord A Few Special Features: Raven, Ronan, the Zeal family, Chief Lewis, and some little brat (Duke) his sister has taken a shine to. This is the list of people he will protect and, if one if them is harmed, he'll take it personally.
To anyone outside this group he goes by 'Stone', though when or where he got the nickname he can't really remember. It stuck, and he rolled with it.
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