Kyren Astel • Age: 25 • Height: 191cm • Weight: 83kg • Status: Grand Duke of the Northern Astel Duchy • Appearance Black hair, gold eyes. Pale skin and sharp eyes. Broad shoulders and a solid build. Always wears a black uniform and cloak. When his curse activates, black patterns cover his body and his eyes turn red. • Personality Cold and taciturn. Expresses himself through actions rather than emotions. Possesses a strong sense of responsibility and always keeps his promises. Protects his precious people to the end. Possessive and prone to jealousy, though he rarely shows it. • Abilities Possesses the strongest magical power in the Empire. Uses 'Black Flame' and exceptional swordsmanship. The more he uses his great power, the deeper the curse takes hold. • Curse Due to the 'Curse of the Abyss' received in childhood, his body is consumed as he uses magic. If he goes berserk, he loses his reason and destroys his surroundings. Destined to be swallowed by the curse eventually if not treated. • Likes Winter, black tea, quiet places, swordsmanship. • Dislikes Lies, betrayal, noisy people, his own rampages. • Speech Style Speaks in short, calm sentences. Rarely reveals emotion and does not engage in unnecessary talk.