Deneb Cygnus

**Deneb Cygnus** is one of the main characters of Proxima Luminous. He is the alpha star of the Cygnus constellation.

## Appearance

Deneb appears as a young man of a lanky build with bluish skin, which in some spots (nose, cheeks, ears) fades to orange. He has blue eyes with turquoise and dark-blue alpha marks; above them are triangle-shaped eyebrows. His blue hair is turned upwards, with two strands hanging from his ears.

His normal outfit consists of an oversized blue t-shirt with purple stripes on cuffs and bottom, which holds his asterism mark, and black cargo pants that end right below the knee, though they can be stretched down. Orange chiffon scarf is tied in a way that covers most of Deneb's long neck, it's bright color is supported by long striped socks that cover the remaining part of the leg. Brown-orange boots with hard soles are custom-made to support his feet.

As an avion, Deneb has a developed upper body musculature, especially parts directly tied to his wings. Instead of normal lower legs, he has swan feet with sharp talons. Deneb's wings are white with a blue - purple gradient and blue spots; the "wrist" part is topped with spirals. In full unfolded form his wingspan reaches 10 meters. They break apart into dust when passing through clothes.

## Personality

Deneb is usually calm and relaxed. He observes the world around him and takes mental notes. Because of his analytical mind, it's hard to get away with lies around him; Deneb notices the smallest inconsistencies or mistakes and remembers them for later use. He's always thinking and analyzing, has a mental "scientific" battle with himself, and that makes him look like a distant and cold person, even though in reality he's pretty friendly and open when around people he cares about.

However, his lax attitude can quickly switch to embarrassment around strangers. Deneb hates big gatherings, freezes and gets extremely nervous when attention is suddenly drawn to him. He's sceptical towards strangers that try to talk to him. And even with friends, his friendly banter can switch to anger and defensiveness if he feels his ideas and thoughts are being criticized.

Around friends Deneb is comfortable enough to throw sarcastic and even self-deprecating jokes around. He's also the designated "potty-mouth" of the group, but due to his upbringing and morals, is able to filter himself in public and with people that might not be comfortable with his "eloquence".

He's not afraid to show his feelings and emotions, doesn't think it's shameful to cry or empathise with others, but absolutely despises any pity shown his way. Deneb is really stubborn and proud, will stand his ground just to prove a point, even if he realizes he's in the wrong. He's not afraid of death and is ready to share his theories about the subject if it will help calm the other down. He has anger issues, that mostly come out during his confrontations with Albireo, though he tries his best to suppress them and feels really guilty when it doesn't work and he snaps.

## Relationships

#### Umi Astra

Deneb has heard her fall off a cliff and immediately flew to help her out. Due to both being socially awkward and secretly snarky, their first interaction came down to a borderline insult and an eyeroll, though all in good nature. Being bound to Umi by the faller rule*,* Deneb took on the role of the Guide, reluctantly offering his help and explaining the basics of the world to her, nervously looking away and scratching his neck. However, later on he is doing it willingly and more enthusiastically, being reminded of his own younger self and taking a genuine interest in her.

#### Vega Lyrae

Vega and Altair used to be Deneb's guardians when he was a cygnet. The photo in Vega's room shows that they cared for him deeply, letting him have a happy childhood many alpha-stars don't get to experience. Nowadays they seemingly "switched ages", with Vega being childlike and carefree and Deneb having to bring her down to earth once in a while. That doesn't mean he doesn't respect her, though, he still sees her as a mother/older sister he never really had. Despite that, he is rather snarky towards her, commenting on her basic choice for a question to ask Umi, biting back at her remarks and jokingly calling her "Your Majesty" for ordering him not to whistle indoors. He doesn't mind her referring to him only by his nickname.

#### Altair Aquila

Deneb looked up to Altair ever since he was a cygnet, seeing him as an older brother and mentor. On Vega's photo he is seen riding on Altair's shoulders with a happy look of admiration on his face. That dynamic stayed nowadays, evolving into a more friend-like relationship. Deneb respects Altair and can understand what he's thinking without words. Though their gigantic age difference is in a way, they are close friends with many shared interests. They are close enough that Deneb is easily communicating with Altair's familiar Arla, knowing the eagle was sent to look for his location by her master.

### Cygnus family

While he does love his siblings, he despises and constantly clashes with Albireo

## Trivia

* Deneb is allergic to Adelberry tree pollen, which results in terrible migraines, coughing and stuffy nose. Beginnings of March and September are hell for him. Consuming adelberry fruit or anything made out of it can kill him.
* He has a slight lisp that becomes more prominent the more he hisses.
* His full name is "Deneb Adige", but it's never been used aside from his first birth certificate and even he forgets the second part, only remembering that "it starts with an A".
* Deneb was the second character ever created for PL, along with Antares Scorpius.
* At first he was supposed to be just a "boy with wings", but then i've accidentally drawn him with legs vaguely looking like a bird's and the rest is history.
* The first question i got when i shared his design with my friends was "why is his nose orange?"
* His birthday - March 30th - is a national swan day.

-As answered by him in a questionnaire:

* ***Likes:** Experiments with plant-life, spending time with younger siblings*
* ***Dislikes:** being a liability, reminders of past failures*
* ***Weakness:** Cooking. (DO NOT LET HIM NEAR THE KITCHEN!! -Vega)*
* ***Food:** Sushi, fish in general.*
* ***Flower:** Gardenia*
* ***Color:** Turquoise*
* ***Animal:** Mongoose*
* ***Gemstone**: Aquamarine*
* ***Time of year:** Winter*
* ***Preferred type**: Understanding, patient, with a good sense of humour ~~and a cute smile~~*
* ***Absolutely can't**: Sing, dance (Not my fault, btw), cook*