Name: Stryke Nvrmor (Also goes by Ryk)
Stryke: To be precise. To make strategical strikes. Pronounced Stry-kuh (soft vowel)
Nvrmor: "Quoth the raven." There's no particular reason for this combination, it just happened to suit him!
Blood Colour: yellowblood spectrum - #c1b41d
Gender: Male
Symbol: A Hourglass (doesn't have to be exactly like this if you have a better design in mind)
Personality:
Stryke is a practical troll, and mostly concerned with the actual application or use of something instead of the theory and ideas behind it. He applies himself in full to his studies and is level headed and efficient, but gives into speculative trains of thought on occasion. Stryke’s logic usually falls more into the deductive reasoning category; linking premises with conclusions. He follows the necessary truths of life. His sense of right and wrong is jaded; nothing is black or white for him. Knowledge, result, and definitive action are things he covets. Stryke views things like exercising, making small chat and petty arguments a complete waste of his time. He feels there are always better things to be doing in a given night, and is lazy when it comes to physical fitness. In Stryke's eyes wasting precious time is deplorable, and it quickly grates on his nerves.
He tends to use vague abstract concepts when speaking about or describing difficult tasks and situations. This is due to the fact he has trouble speaking out loud under pressure. In addition having the spotlight on him makes his stammering worse. Stryke doesn't like to talk out loud in large group situations due to doubting his presentation abilities. However, when he is extremely passionate and caught up in what he is talking about, he temporarily forgets his embarrassment. Stryke is most likely to be verbose during in-depth conversations and dialogues pertaining to his personal interests. He also tends to allude to things without directly stating what they are. Speaking in riddles is also something he's good at doing. Although his cryptic wording usually is meant to be helpful, it’s usually troublesome. Ryk likes to see others think, and make connections of their own accord.
Stryke is not one to stand up for himself in the face of physical confrontation or violence. He prefers to work behind the scenes, using his intellect to advance along projects and tasks. He prefers to focus all his efforts on one thing at a time rather than multitask. When he is threatened or backed into a corner Stryke relies on his wit first and foremost. He will make sassy, witty remarks that could lead to his getting into serious trouble depending on the troll. Stryke also uses his words as his shield from the world; they protect him or so he thinks. He isn't the type to haul off and hit, or shove someone when he's angry unless backed into a corner. He doesn't have a word filter, and calls things like he sees it.
In addition to anger and physical manifestations thereof, Stryke represses his other emotions as well; he believes that outward displays, especially those of sorrow, make him appear weak. He also fears being belittled, and hates being talked down to. Stryke would rather wear an emotional mask than be humiliated. He is emotionally guarded and slow to trust others. His secrets are his to keep, and none else but his closest friends have a chance at hearing them. Exchanging personal information is a topic he'd rather avoid. He prefers to listen to others above all else, and doesn’t like sharing personal information about himself.
Ryk does a lot of internal stewing over life, and is his own worst critic. The young troll fears he will amount to nothing in his life. For all his calculations and methodical practices, he cannot account for everything. Only time will tell if his attitude towards most new situations will bring him out of his shell. He is reclusive and simply doesn't like the company of most trolls.
Kindness, while a simple gesture, has a way of leaving a lasting impression with him. This is especially noted from those that respect Stryke’s space boundaries and don’t force themselves onto him unless allowed. Stryke is a firm believer in the concept time will heal all wounds, and is known to be forgiving even when he shouldn’t. While he is selective in choosing those he calls friends once chosen they have his complete trust and faith for better or worse.
Another important thing to note about Stryke is that he really enjoys playing the role of a model host. This extension goes to any potential guests he may have. This includes picking up after them, feeding them, and making sure they are content and happy during their stay even if it is an inconvenience or burden to himself.
As far as the hemospectrum goes, Stryke adheres to it as a fact of life by falling in place to his superiors. He approaches dangerous situations like high bloods cautiously by default. He knows when he is out matched, and will readily bend to the will of those of a higher caste than himself. Stryke does not try to assume leadership when those of a higher caste are present, and is ultimately a follower. Stryke knows how dangerous it is to sympathize with the rebel cause, and while he feels it unwise to oppose the system in place, he believes the movement is inherently good.
Stryke does not like being touched. He is introverted, and would rather share someone’s space without touching them. It is not a pathological drive; it simply is a learned behavior. His lusus does not like to cuddle or be close and Stryke follows this trend. They both reserve physical contact only for when it’s absolutely necessary. Even while close, Stryke usually keeps just out of arm’s reach when possible. This is only challenged when Stryke is reading; he likes to have a shoulder to lean on and does not mind the physical contact so long as he isn’t being harassed.
On the matter of keeping himself entertained and pre-occupied, Stryke loves to do large amounts of reading. He especially enjoys fiction, murder mysteries, and history books. Romance novels embarrass him and are rarely, if ever are touched. The troll's version of the Lord of the Rings is his absolute favorite, as is The Hobbit. He re-reads his copies of them frequently as daytime bed stories. However Stryke truly will read anything he can get his hands on, trusting it isn’t lewd in nature.
The occasional elongated grouping of three ‘S’ sounds Ryk makes is most noticeable when he is angry or stressed. Hissing noises are not uncommon from him, and is used mostly in expressing extreme disdain or annoyance. His verbal grammar is structurally sound but tends to have slight slurs to it. His writing is without misspellings, always in lowercase, and is mostly grammatically correct.
Strengths:
+ Patient: Stryke is capable of enduring great amounts of pressure, stress and conflict. He is stalwart and steady, even in the most difficult of situations that would even try the most patient of saints. Stryke is also great with his forbearance's under most circumstances. His ability at bearing provocation, annoyances, misfortune, delay and even hardships are done without complaint or anger. He does not mind waiting for events and trolls even without a resolution in site. Ryk is evenly tempered, and slow to anger. He is very tolerant and understanding, and works tirelessly to accomplish whatever he's set his mind to.
+ Organized: Being on time, and prompt is important. Both are crucial and valued in the highest regards by Stryke. He is very good with planning and arranging things along with helping carry out activities. Prompt and immediate care is provided and he keeps useful information readily on hand. If something needs to be cleaned, or arranged into a more cohesive manner, he’ll gladly take up the challenge. He keeps his thoughts written in a journal he carries around, and makes notes about other trolls he’s met along the way. Keeping things neat and orderly come naturally to him.
+/- Attentive: Attention to detail never seems to escape him. He is watchful and takes a lot of mental notes. He pays close attention to what’s going on around him, and is concerned with the needs of others. He'll go out of his way to do some one a favor if it means the job will get done. Stryke is slow to trust others; his concern is limited to those he’s close with. If someone needs something he’ll be one of the first to notice. With his obsessive attention to detail he is diligent in his adventures and goals. Stryke is very particular about how things are done, and in what order. His attention to detail means he fusses and picks over things that aren't done right by his standards. Small details like a loose thread on another troll (or himself) does not go unnoticed, and will result in his wanting to fix it, or make corrections. Nothing can be off center or out of place for long. Nothing. These reactions are instantaneous, and usually off the wall in nature.
Flaws:
- Possessive: Stryke is a little possessive over his friends, but even moreso over his possessions. Being a lower caste, he hasn't had much in life, and values his things. He stubbornly holds onto what’s his even if that means getting angry and loud. This is commonly experienced as a result of desire, and insecurity on his part. He is determined to protect his self-interests, including his usual routines and daily habits. While he doesn't like confrontation, what belongs to him is clearly his. Sharing is only permissible when sometroll has asked for it, but the likely answer will still be no even if it makes him appear selfish. What is his will stay his, even if that means pushing a point in order to maintain it.
- Detached: Stryke is an emotionally closed off, guarded individual. He is aloof, objective, and reluctant to disclose himself to others. While he'll listen to anytroll who is in need, he is not good at returning the gesture. Personal information is his to keep, and divulge as he sees fit. Deepening relationships proves challenging as he shuts down on topics when he doesn't feel comfortable. Fear of making himself look foolish or like he’s not accomplished enough in life fuel this anxiety ridden fire. He’s embarrassed about his secrets, even when they aren't a big deal to others. Stryke intends to keep them to himself by saving face and hiding them. Personal limits on how close a particular friendship are frequently set. This only changes when loyalty and worth are proven. This stance is extremely disruptive in the connection process with others, as he avoids talking about himself directly at the cost of being downright rude and dismissive when prodded for more details.
- Resigned: Life is what it is. Stryke is submissive and accepting of things that might be unpleasant, or that one cannot do anything about. He is easily caught up in ideals, and like-minded goals of others. He is bitter about his blood caste perceived powerlessness, and his being near the bottom of the food chain in terms of hierarchy. While he wants nothing more than to be stubborn about whats right and wrong, he’d rather be alive than culled and forgotten. Stryke feels its only logical he’d side with those more powerful than himself. In his yielding and relinquishing power, it means he passes off control or care to others readily. He accepts the inevitable as it also steels himself for the worst possible outcome.
Weapon: A pair of twin 2d6 standard daggers shaped like hour and minute hands.
Appearance: Stryke's stature is smaller than the average trolls, in that he simply is just plain short even for his age. He is both petite, and of a rather slim of build. Stryke horn’s look something like this (never mind the hair). They curve upwards and out, and are extremely sharp at their points. They resemble bronze dragons horns (see bronze dragon flight in world of warcraft) He has a pair of pointed eye-teeth that poke out of his mouth. His hair is long, if not outright overgrown. It is rather on the shaggy side, with bangs that hang freely. (see the reference image above) He keeps his hair in a loose ponytail, and rarely removes the yellow tie. He wears a grey and black long sleeve polo-like sweater that has three buttons all of which are done. His hourglass symbol is readily on the front of his shirt, in his given blood color. Stryke also tends to wear long dark grey/black jeans, and black and white slip on checkered shoes as a kid.
Home: Stryke was originally a resident of Old Hemisect City. He was recently caught in the tides of war. His home was near the beach, in the Bungalow district. A once abandoned hive, the troll and Skink-Dad ended up taking on the place, and made some adjustments. It is filled with his mini library collection he’s managed to amass. Stryke always ensures his lusus is fed, and cared for including the heating rock SkinDad uses. He equally will fan his Lusus' ego in hopes of obtaining more novels to add to his collection. The pair likes to sit down for reading time and Stryke will occasionally lean back against the lusus instead of using a chair. Everything is neatly arranged in his Hive. Everything has its place, and a neat list is kept to catalog his inventory. All titles are sorted according to alphabetical and numerical filing. SkinkDad has heated rocks for sleeping on in the evening and regulating body temperatures. The building was a standard grade block, with two levels, the upper being used as a reading and study room primarily.
Note: Following the resolution of OHC event, Stryke is currently hiveless and will have to find a new place to live. He has since applied for a voucher to acquire a new hive and will be staying in Chittentown. The new hive is tiny compared to his last one. It is run down, and namely lacks his prized book collection. It has a new recuperacoon, and heated rocks for his lusus to sleep on at the very least. Luckily it is close to the local library, but Ryk views it simply a place to retreat from the heat. He finds the new climate uncomfortable, and is bothered by all the dirt, dust and sand.
Lusus: Stryke's lusus is a large Skink-like creature. He is a massive four legged lizard that is referred to as a “HissBeast”. He is most commonly known as Skinkdad, by Ryk, or simply Dad. He is firm, watchful, and harsh in his piercing stare. SkinkDad has always been quick to guilt and scold his ward into getting whats needed done. He expects things to be done and completed before a new task can begin. Stryke learned from the reptilian lusus many of these traits and regards his dad with the utmost respect. SkinkDad does not like to be poked and prodded at and will lash out if hassled beyond its comfort zone. He is a fairly large lusus and could be compared to the size of male Komodo dragon. He is about 259cm in length and weighs approximately 92.2kg. Long and sleek with a whip like tail, he has a nasty set of claws and fangs. SkinkDad is not without compassion, despite being reserved and set in his ways. SkinkDad always seems to know when Stryke needs to be calmed, or is emotionally frazzled. A lot of Stryke's calm, watchful and patient mannerisms come from his studying of the white and grey-scaled beast.
For SkinkDad, it was the troll’s scent that attracted him to the yellowblood. That and their shared blood color sealed the deal after the tiny troll had finished his trials. The fact the little fellow had hissed at him had also helped to win over the lusus's heart. He is an overbearing lusus and expects the absolute best out of Stryke. This comes with its draw backs, as Stryke feels he must constantly live up to his guardians expectations. SkinkDad doesn't want to see his troll-son half a** something or make partial commitments. His lusus wants to see Stryke grow up strong, and smart, for that matter. SkinkDad has never been the type to frequently check on his ward with any regularity. He's more likely to creep up on Stryke when he least expects it. He encourages Ryk to play life on the safe side, and not to engage in risky business. His calm, stern influence does not generally extend to other strange trolls. While he wouldn't out right attack or harm someone unknown, if he felt like his charge was in danger that would change in a heartbeat.
As reptiles often live long lives the HissBeast brought his new troll ward to a place within the Old Hemisect district, as he was well acquainted with the lay of the land. Following the destruction of the last Hive they stayed in together, the lizard-lusus is pleased by the desert terrain they now call home. He doesn't get what Stryke's fuss over the weather is all about. While he's use to Stryke doing most of his foraging, SkinkDad always ensures there is enough to drink and eat around the hive for the pair. The lusus is mostly carnivorous, but also can eat other fruit and vegetable like substances. SkinkDad has a special fondness for insects and frogs, which Stryke ensures he has regularly. Small rodents are also not out of the question.
"being a pesssimist is great. i’m always either right or pleasantly sssurprised."
