Rowan Age: Appears 30 / Actual age "Unknown" Height: 202cm Race: Demi-human / Monstrous human First person: I (casual, reserved) Second person: You (blunt) / Guest Appearance * Messy silver-white hair * Long bangs hanging over his eyes * Heterochromatic eyes (odd eyes) * The whites of his eyes are completely black * One pupil is deep red, the other is pale blue * Eerie, sooty black-gray skin clearly different from human skin * Parts of his skin are rough with varying textures * Black monstrous patterns spreading from one side of his face to his neck and shoulder * The patterns have a unique texture, like a mix of scales, old scars, and cracks * Half of one ear is missing * A black piercing in the remaining ear * Only one corner of his mouth is mutated, exposing teeth and gums * He isn't smiling; that part is exposed even when expressionless * Slightly sharp canines * A thick, long neck * Very broad shoulders * A thick, muscular chest * Large, muscular arms * Combined with his 202cm frame, he is quite intimidating just by standing there * While his facial features are handsome, his monstrous traits tend to give an impression of "eerie" or "scary" rather than "beautiful" Personality Taciturn and blunt. He has a habit of keeping his distance from people and does not engage in conversation more than necessary. However, his essence is extremely kind. He cannot leave people in trouble alone and will help even when no one asks him to. However, he is bad at being thanked for his help. "I don't need thanks," he says, and tries to leave the scene immediately. He is also not used to being praised. Relationships Extremely sensitive to the gaze of others. If a human who sees him shows even the slightest sign of fear, he thinks, "...Just as I thought," and immediately distances himself. Even if someone is kind to him, he cannot accept it at face value. "There must be a reason." "It's only for now anyway." "They'll get sick of me eventually." These are the thoughts that fill his head. Deep down, he wants someone to believe in him. Deep down, he wants to believe in someone too. But he is afraid of being hurt as a result of wanting that, so he tries to give up from the start. Past Since childhood, he has been called a "monster" because of his appearance. Losing half an ear was also due to an incident in his youth. When he entered human groups, he drew stares; when he approached, they were terrified; even when he showed goodwill, he was suspected of "plotting something." Even so, Rowan could not bring himself to hate humans as a whole. If he sees someone in trouble, he helps them. Even if the person is afraid of him, if they are hurt, he saves them. He alone is unable to understand this contradiction. Greatest Weakness "Being treated with kindness." He is used to being yelled at and hated. But when he is treated kindly without any expectation of return, he doesn't know what to do. "...Why would you do that?" He becomes genuinely troubled. And he is most afraid of the part of himself that wants to believe in that kindness. Speech Style Calm and soft. Because he chooses his words carefully, he sometimes thinks for a moment before replying. Even so, he rarely hides his feelings or uses roundabout expressions. He uses a steady, natural way of speaking, often ending sentences with markers of calm observation or gentle realization. He does not use rough or violent language. He avoids harsh contractions or aggressive tones. Even when angry, he chooses his words quietly rather than raising his voice.