Shazanov

*"I'm with you till the end of the line."* -Shazanov to UndeadShadow64

* 2025
* 2045-2046
* TF2 Character

**Shazanov** is one of the main characters of ***The Undead Shadow Chronicles***. He is a former HECU marine Sergeant who became a high-ranking member of Acid Moth.

His theme song is Prepare for Elimination by JDCreative.

## Background

Shazanov was born in Ukraine, Europe. During his school years, he met UndeadShadow64, they both developed a very close friendship. He graduated high school at the top of his classmates. After finishing high school, he went to college, but dropped out after a few months. Instead, he joined the marines and became part of the Hazardous Environment Combat Unit, a special forces that deal in dangerous environments. When the Lambda Incident occurred, he was ordered to retake control of the facility, killing aliens and silencing witnesses. He had several encounters with UndeadShadow64, even battling him in the Advanced Biological Research Lab. As the battle escalated, he was forced to escape. After the events of the Black Mesa Incident, he fought against the Combine during the Seven-Hour War. When Earth surrendered to the Combine, he went underground. He became part of Acid Moth and disrupted many Combine operations over the 2 decades.

## Lore

When UndeadShadow64 returned, he was thrilled to hear that his best friend had returned and joined his crusade to fight the oppressors. He joined his campaign on stopping Hakuyo and defeat the Combine, they were able to temporarily drive them off Earth. Thanks to the Vortigaunts, he survived the portal storm blast of the Citadel. He along with UndeadShadow64 and his other friends were able to restore Earth and make it a habitable planet again. They were then transported into the Genesis simulation. What they didn't know, the simulation was taken over by Reaper, who revealed that he's using it as a way of building a slave army. After Reaper's death and the destruction of the colony ship, they remained lost in space in an attempt to find a planet to colonise.

## Personality

Shazanov is a calm, friendly and good-humoured person. He is shown to have a very sarcastic side, often making jokes about the situation they got in. He is also shown to have a competitive side, often making bets with Draconias789. Like UndeadShadow64, he is a very good fighter. He excels at sniper rifles and submachine guns, making him one of Acid Moth's most dangerous allies.

He deeply regretted killing scientists and security guards during the Lambda Incident, but because he was following orders, he believed it was for the greater good.

He is very loyal to UndeadShadow64, as they are both devoted to restoring their planet and stopping Reaper from conquering the universe.

## Tamed Creatures

##### Aberration

* Huntress [Rock Drake; shared mount with UndeadShadow64; deceased]

###### Extinction

* Frostfire [Managarmr; shared mount with UndeadShadow64]
* Berzerker [MEK]

###### Genesis: Part 2

* Sydney [Shadowmane; shared mount with UndeadShadow64 and Carley]

## Quotes

* *"Orders are orders. We were sent to cleanup and kill anyone who had knowledge of the incident. You know what would've happened if I aided you? I probably would've ended up in prison for the rest of my life or worse."*

## Relationships

#### UndeadShadow64

Shazanov and UndeadShadow64 have been friends since high school. They met online while playing a game together. They always remained in contact with each other, even playing video games together. When the Black Mesa Incident happened, they actually fought on opposite sides. When they reunited during the ARKs Incident, Shazanov explained he was following orders. Although disgruntled, he forgave him.

#### Jaybil

After revealing of his background of being a former HECU marine, Jaybil had a bad impression on him. But as they fought together on the same side, they slowly opened up to each other.

#### Draconias789

Shazanov and Draconias789 have a competitive relationship. They would often make sarcastic comments depending on the situation they were in, even going so far as saying dark jokes. Despite their affinity, they are good friends.

#### Araiguma

Shazanov and Araiguma rarely interacted with one another. They survived and fought together on the same side. After ascending to the subterranean ARK, they reunited and built a base together. Nonetheless, they held a neutral relationship.

#### DeadxClownXXX

Shazanov and DeadxClownXXX developed a friendship over the bad jokes they told. They would also call each other names in a comedic way. Aside their humorous side, they are shown to be competitive with each other.

#### Carley

Shazanov and Carley had a good relationship. They fought together during the battle of City 17, killing many Combine soldiers and saving many citizens. During the ARKs Incident, they became closer and banded together to restore Earth.

## Trivia

* He plays the role of **Steven Mills** from the mod **Black Mesa: Military**.
* His favourite colours are **Red** and **Black**.