Matthew Metron

A performance that will keep you guessing!

## History

Born in Nimbasa City, Unova, Matthew grew up surrounded by performers of all sorts. His parents were a renowned magician and assistant pairing who set him on the path of the magician from an early age. Juggling, card tricks, all the sleight of hand he could manage with his parents tutelage.

It eventually got to the point where they brought him onto the stage to perform alongside them. Despite his amateurish displays and lacklustre stage presence (due to his age and inexperience), the gimmick of a magic couple and their magical son still brought cheers and revenue for the family.

Time passed, lessons were taught, and Matthew eventually stood confidently in his own shoes as "The Magnificent Metron-O, magician extraordinaire and guaranteed to keep you guessing!" He had managed to achieve solo performances, which worked well given his parents' ages not allowing them to do everything they used to. At first everything went well. His presence captivated, his tricks stunned... but something started to happen during each act. Buneary and Scorbunny weren't pulled out of the hat on command, Pidgey found their way into audience dinners from within their cages, the disappearing lady never returned to the magic box and had to call a taxi to get back.

The strange happenings only grew in frequency, until Matthew could barely juggle without one of the balls combusting into flame, or replacing itself with a knife from the kitchens. The panic he felt only worsened as, due to him dropping the acts for his safety, the audience grew rowdy and booed him time and time again. With his pride ruined, and what felt like a curse looming overhead, he took what earnings he had saved and left Unova for a new start someplace else.

## Appearance

Two words to describe Matthew are "pointy" and "thin". His black and purple two-tone hair is excessively styled into fan-like spikes. He has a small beard resembling a diamond on his chin, accentuating the sharp features he has.

Leaning into this aesthetic, his clothing is often sharp and formal, perfect for magician performances. Long sleeved pinstriped shirts for sleight of hand trickery, waistcoats to conceal items in, smart trousers that still allow for good mobility and a tie to "tie" it all together. On top of this, he wears a white top hat with a bright purple band around it, accompanied by a flower that often changes. When performing (or when wishing to conceal his person) he wears a masquerade mask and may be seen with a cloak.

## Personality

Matthew Metron's personality shifts wildly between a projected self-assured confidence and an anxiety riddled panic. It all depends on how well things are going for him, as his tendency to unpredictably cause danger or distress to himself and those around him leaves him in a state of near constant worry. The confidence he displays is often an attempt to ignore the possibility of random chance deciding to ruin his day.

## Ace Pokémon and Team

* Minuet - a Smoliv that has been Matthew's companion since a young age. Given the lack of training that occurred, Minuet has remained a small Smoliv. Despite the natural urge to be frightened, this Pokémon has a slightly nefarious side to her. Unfortunately in her current state, she is unable to act on these thoughts.

## Friends

* Mercury Proiectura - A peculiar woman dressed as a plague doctor. The two met on Disma after the island of Wurtem decided Matthew needed social activity, unceremoniously dumping him in the swamp nearby to her. They have agreed to work together for the pursuit of alchemical revelations.

## Goals

To figure out what his "curse" really is and learn how to control it.