Swain Romanov
Emperor Swain Romanov
"You forget, I am neither man nor monster. I am the first and last thing you wish to see each day. I am both reward and penalty. In nothingness there is absolute, therefore if I am nothing, I am everything. I never am, but when you think of me I will always be. I am eternal, yet I do not exist. Everything I have said is a lie but is also truth. If you are wondering if I will ever speak of something objective, here you are: the only truth that is for certain is that I am the embodiment of power, and you are nothing to me. My desires encompass everything, you included. Now come forth, for your life is forfeit!" -Swain Romanov
Physical Description
General Physical Condition
He is aged but fit. He has never shown any signs of illness or ailment. Nor, has Swain ever shown sign of injury or fatigue.
Body Features
His skin is a pale white.
Facial Features
He has no facial hair, he has several small scars on his face.
Physical quirks
His gait is identifiable by the way he leads with his chest when he walks. This often results in him looking down upon those shorter than himself.
Special abilities
Swain has shown that he has some degree of magical aptitude though its scope is yet to be discerned.
Apparel & Accessories
He wears a black cloak with raven feathers hanging off the collar, shoulders, and upper back.
Specialized Equipment
He carries no weapons.
Mental characteristics
Personal history
Swain's past is a mystery, with no one but himself to divulge its secrets. Even after his campaign had begun, much of his time was spent alone or in the privacy of very few others. What little is known is that he single-handedly campaigned to unite every clan in Queldash. Through a series of speeches and public displays of military prowess and power, he managed to gain influence over every single one. His one defining moment was when he struck down a Taeldaaki assassin during a public speech in Raventore with just his hand. Swains arm thrust into the assassin leaving not only a crimson body but a pool of crimson liquid on the platform next to where he stood. He then continued on with the speech, ignoring the growing pool of blood next to him. As he finished his oration came to a close, he looked down at the body to see a Raven pecking at the body's eye. He bent down, and the raven flew to his shoulder. The crowd cheered in fear and delight. This man was their salvation. This man was their potential. This man was Swain Romanov.
Intellectual Characteristics
He is direct when he speaks. He only makes eye contact when he is angry. His intelligence is often described as unrivaled.
Morality & Philosophy
It seems that there is nothing Swain won't do to ensure his success. He will bathe in the blood of his own mother before he would see himself fail.
Personality Characteristics
Personality Quirks
His eyes are often a dead giveaway to his mood, narrowing when he is suspicious or angry. Though they never resemble happiness.
Social
Contacts & Relations
Leader of the Romanov Family.
Religious Views
He has shown no ties to any of the gods.
Social Aptitude
Swain is confident and prideful but one would dare not call him arrogant. Swain's presence bends the very idea of fear to its knees. As a result, those at Swain's side do not know fear, but those standing across from him know nothing but fear.
Hobbies & Pets
His pet raven is named Murder.
Current Location
Honorary & Occupational Titles
The Black Raven
Circumstances of Birth
The circumstances of Swain's birth are unclear. No one entirely knows from who or where he was born.
Birthplace
Unknown
Children
Current Residence
Raventore
Gender
Male
Eyes
Jet Black
Hair
White with black streaks
Height
6'5''
Weight
220 lbs
Quotes & Catchphrases
"Murder is in the air."
Aligned Organization
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