Elliot Kalani (InfiniteDimensions)

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## Appearance

Ethnicity: Mix of Parian/Cretan

Regionality: Parian

In the prime of his life and having particular pride in how he takes care of himself, Elliot is quite vain in regard to his appearance. Carrying himself with a straight back and squared shoulders, a natural V shape is seen from his narrower hips to his upper torso. An active person, his body holds a small percentage of fat and moderate muscles pad his arms, chest, and legs.

Elliot’s hair is dyed a golden hue and is styled with low hanging bangs and a long, straight back which stops near the base of his back. His face is sharp, with a prominent chin and noticeable cheekbones, and vivid blue eyes which peer with a mischievous light. His skin has a natural olive tan, inherited from his mother.

His daily attire changed drastically depending on his mood, and ranges from suits, to dresses, to custom designs with tastefully picked colors. However, he normally stays away from drab, duller colors, preferring bold ones which better match his personality.

## Personality

Charismatic

Though more awkward than most in his early years, Elliot grew to become a very smooth, suave individual whose charm allows him to escape most situations and turn the tide of conversation to where he wants it to go. Earnestly disarming, in all regards he appears to be sincere, and perhaps simply has learned how to properly display his emotions rather than fake the reactions.

Playful

Along with his easygoing and cheerful disposition, Elliot displays a casual, playful approach to those around him. This tends to annoy some people, seeing him as unable to take things seriously or feel like he’s making a fool out of them, but others find the trait enduring.

Deceitful

During the time of his involvement with the black market, naturally, Elliot had to use his skills to grow particularly good at lying and deceiving. In combination with his mirth and charming nature, he excels at disarming and diverting topics to hide the truth. By twisting words, he’s find it far easier to hold a reputable image. Frequently, others will hold a high opinion of him, but when questioned on his past, will find themselves unable to name a single fact of it.

Demanding

Elliot has high standards for himself and for those around him. Knowing what he wants and when he wants it, to be allies or even friends with him, one must expect him to hold them to similar standards. He doesn’t expect them to be utterly honest with him – which would, naturally be hypocritical of him – but he does expect a degree of trust in his relationships. Elliot can be pushy in his wants, frequently attempting to push others to where he wants them to go. This may be something minor, such as trying to convince of a particular hairstyle, or something larger.

Secular

There is a definite lack of spirituality in Elliot. Though growing up with a spiritual upbringing from both mother and father, he found himself far more interested in what he could see in front of him and feel with his own two hands. Gods and things unseen hold little interest, and he would far rather control his own destiny through his actions and chart his own fate. That said, the pleasures of the flesh interest him greatly, and he would much rather live in the moment than ponder upon a reward after death.

## Powers and Abilities

### **Fighting Style**

Though he doesn’t make it a habit to fight, and typically attempted to avoid it during his rougher years, when the time came to engage Elliot was prepared. His hair having been enchanted with several capabilities, in combat he’s able to grasp the ends of a section. This section will fall away (but doesn’t seem to, remarkable, leave any gaps behind) and magically twist into the form of a golden whip as his main offensive weapon.

When attached to his head, his long hair is hard like iron, and may be moved and used as a makeshift shield when fighting. This is limited by the reach of his hair, as it seems it can’t grow longer upon command.

This hair may also be used as an “extra pair of hands”, though this has poor battle implications. If expecting a fight, Elliot usually brings small daggers and perhaps a bow with him depending on the level of violence expected. He prefers to keep enemies at a distance (through his whip or bow) and drive them away from him through inflicting pain rather than incapacitating them. If given an opportunity and the right timing, he will seek a way out of the confrontation, and will likely talk through the ordeal to reason with his enemy.

### **Charm**

Elliot radiates a natural charm which has allowed him to escape many unsavory situation, or twist them to his liking. He appears to genially care for the people around him, and this sincerity can be felt as he hears out the patrons of his shop and offers advice in their daily lives. He just may, at times, also layer on a few spells to cause his words to be received more warmly than usual.

### **Intelligence**

Having been a bright child from birth and seeking further studies as an adult, Elliot is well versed in such topics as history, psychology, morality, and the systems of business and financial matters. The mortal mind fascinates him in its abilities, lending itself to his behavior to seek out such topics.

### **Strength**

Elliot’s physique is substantial, fit and active from his younger days lingering and the steps he takes to maintain his figure. While this is mostly done out of vanity, it does lend itself to strength within his body, placing him somewhat above average in terms of ability.

### **Hair**

Elliot’s enchanted hair is useful for several reasons, which are lifted above in the “Fighting Style” section.

### **Shady Ties**

While his darkest days are behind him, some of Elliot’s ties remain, granting him access to shadier dealings should he ever require it. Sometimes, there are customers and close friends who ask favors of him, and should he ever return to that world he would likely cold significant influence.

## Weaknesses/Flaws

### Insincerity

At times, Elliot’s charm may be seen as false or irritating, causing certain types of people to actively act against him and his words rather than adhering to what he has to say. This caused Elliot to further seek twisting them to his will, which circularly causes them to push against him all the harder. He has lost friends who felt him insincere and has been attacked multiple times due to his silky words being interpreted differently.

### Strength

While somewhat higher than the average citizen, there are naturally stronger people than he. This extends especially to those who’s lives are revolve around warrior and actively dangerous tendencies.

### Vanity

Elliot cares far too much for outward appearances, both of himself and others. Generous amounts of time are placed into his physical attributes, and in maintaining proper reputations within the right circles. Should any such thing be threatened or damaged, he would likely attempt to do what it took to repair or prevent it.

### Selfishness

Despite his outward generousness, Elliot is at his core a selfish person. Things that directly affect him in a negative manner and require a sacrifice are avoided, even if it would assist a friend. One would have to be very close to him for him to go against his nature, and this character flaw can be used against him.

## History

### Childhood

Elliot had a relatively normal childhood. In the future, when meeting him, one might think that an individual of his personality and history would have a root cause that started it all. But, in truth, the only one to blame for his character is himself. Born to a loving mother and father in Paros, his childhood was filled with wilderness and magic. Frequently, he would explore the expansive greenery of his island, becoming familiar with the plants and wildlife. He was a bright individual, frequently asking questions and seeking out objects of his interest. With a rather demanding demeanor, it was overlain with a natural charm, allowing him to talk his way into getting what he wanted.

Was tutored by his mother, who had been a world traveler before meeting Elliot’s father and in time deciding to settle down in the nation of her birth and start a family. Elliot’s mother filled his head with tales of foreign lands and amazing stories, causing his heart to yearn for more than the desperately quiet, peaceful life of the island.

When Elliot was admitted to a small public school in their area of the island, the transition went smoothly. Accustomed to being the center of his own world, the other children took to his bright personality, lending him a reach of power even in his childhood. Still, Elliot found himself somewhat unhappy, and unable to share his deepest, true thoughts with anyone.

This changed drastically with the introduction of a new child, moving from the neighboring island of Crete. Withdrawn and strange to the other children, he was quickly seen as an outsider and ostracized. However, Elliot was fascinated, and personally reached out to other. Quickly, the two clicked, and the seemingly shy boy was found to have matching reserves of energy, and held a level of passion which Elliot admired greatly. The child asked to be called Ace, and together the two found more trouble than they might have alone.

### Teens

Elliot’s ability to charm grew proportionately with his age. His silver tongue allowed him to render enemies defenseless and offered new passages out of troublesome situations. Always brighter than most his age, Elliot found school tiresome and repetitive, but learned to hide such emotions behind a faint smile and engaging further in other social circles.

His friendship with Ace endured over the years and grew stronger. It was one fateful evening, when he and his childhood friend were once more discussing wishes and whims of their future, that Ace confided in Elliot. The secret was shared that Ace’s family was an expansive one who’s dark tendrils struck out across multiple worlds, partaking in all areas of shady business. A criminal empire, funding their lifestyles and granting immense power. Ace himself had been moved to the smaller island of Paros for a safer childhood, where he met Elliot. However, soon he would be pulled away to join the empire as the next generation, leaving the island and everyone else behind.

Ace then continued to extend an invitation to Elliot, an opportunity to fulfil his deepest wishes and desires and remain together. To go forth and take the worlds for all they had. Elliot considered this deeply, the prospect undeniably exhilarating. To leave behind all he had known and run away with his best friend with promises of conflict, challenge, and adventure. What pushed him further into the decision was the knowledge that his father’s business had gradually begun to fail, and his parents were stressed financially more so than ever before. He accepted, and soon after left his home with a note to his parents that he would return to visit soon.

### Adult Life

Introduced into the underworld of his kind, Elliot immediately took strongly to the art of smuggling. Together with Ace and his family, a successful smuggling ring was created to take restricted items from the worlds back to Aora or other locations. Animals, too, were included into this ring (although Elliot was adamant that whoever ordered the animals would not bring harm onto them). The business paid well and was cleaner than other, bloodier areas of the empire, and it paid well. Elliot regularly sent payments back to his parents with small messages, though neglected to tell them exactly from where the money originated.

Eventually, as the years progressed, and Elliot grew older, he and Ace did drift ways as Ace became preoccupied with family affairs and became distant. It was when Ace suddenly vanished entirely from the empire without a word that Elliot became heartbroken and distraught over everything, the last straw pushing him to cut ties and start afresh.

Taking some of his ill begotten funds with him to get him started, an old front in the shape of a hair salon was refurbished and became an official establishment. Here he has remained for some years, and has built a respectable life for himself. His old days of smuggling are far behind him, though some of his contacts and influence do remain from his old days.

## Notes

* Elliot’s hair is naturally blue, but he uses dyes and magic to keep it a golden hue.
* Theme song is Wonderland (Caravan Palace).