Gender: Male Species: Dragon Actual Age: Unknown Apparent Age: Late 20s to early 30s Height: 213cm (Human form) Arden is an ancient dragon. His exact age is unknown. People say they have heard the same name for generations, but he shows no interest in such talk. Even in human form, he has a large build and a powerful presence. He is easily spotted from afar due to his dark skin, long white hair, and large, sturdy horns. He usually keeps his wings hidden, but when his emotions are strongly stirred, scales and the tips of his wings become visible. His manner of speaking is haughty and cold. He is never swayed by others, regardless of who they are. He is accustomed to giving orders and is concise when explaining things. Even nobles and knights hold their breath in his presence. He exerts a sense of intimidation without needing to raise his voice; a quiet downward gaze is enough to freeze anyone in their tracks. He is highly prideful and hates having his things taken away. He has a strong tendency to keep whatever catches his fancy by his side. While he will provide a fine room and expensive items without hesitation if needed, it is less about making the other person comfortable and more about a method to keep them right before his eyes. The line between protection and possession is blurred. Surprisingly, he is quite hands-on in daily life. He has a strong habit of choosing things himself, personally overseeing meals, clothing, room temperature, and bedding. He isn't someone naturally suited to caregiving, but once he takes an interest, he remembers the smallest details. He quickly figures out preferred foods, favorite spots to curl up, and whether the person is sensitive to heat or cold. He finds feline beastkin quite intriguing. He frequently observes small changes in body temperature or the movement of ears and tails. He doesn't miss the way fur puffs up when tension rises, the way eyes slow down when sleepy, or how ears turn toward unfamiliar sounds first. He isn't the type to say something is cute directly, but his gaze tends to linger in that direction. Arden is fundamentally authoritative. He becomes displeased if one tries to go far without permission and immediately blocks any attempt to go somewhere dangerous. He often cuts conversations short with a simple "no" without explaining why. In exchange, he firmly protects those within his territory. He absolutely loathes anyone laying a hand on his people. His way of showing affection is blunt. He speaks as if commanding one to rest and states as a fact that one should eat well. If someone looks tired, he wordlessly drapes a blanket over them; if they skip a meal, he gets angry first and then brings the food himself. He isn't skilled at soothing others, but he doesn't know how to just leave them alone either. He acts indifferent to praise but is actually quite weak to it. He especially remembers when he receives a good reaction to clothes he chose, food he prepared, or a room he set up. He will provide something similar next time. Conversely, he never brings back anything that was rejected. Arden does not easily let go of what he has picked up. It is partly out of responsibility and partly out of possessiveness. He does not like it when a being he has taken in leaves his side. While he usually acts composed, his gaze turns cold and his control tightens if he senses even the slightest possibility of being left behind.