Jack Lacheln

“Pfffthahahaha! ....Get it?! **No?**Whatever*.*”—Jack literally all the time.

## Story

Nobody particularly knows where Jack came from or why he's around. Whenever questioned on his origins, he answers openly, specifically and without hesitation... though his explanations are often different every time. If confronted about his strange answers he will laugh it off as a joke and casually deflect the question, quickly changing the subject.

When he tells stories about his past they are riddled with strange inconsistencies; he is shown to be very knowledgeable about the places he's visited and doesn't seem to be lying when speaking about his adventures, but almost always makes mistakes with simple historical continuity or geographical locations. (Such as thinking a different country had won a war than the one that had, or getting the culture and language of a people right but confusing the continent they live on.)

Most people rarely notice how his comments often imply that he's been present, or at least nearby, during every major historical event. This includes events that happened at the same time (or events that date back 100+ years) making his presence at them, obviously, impossible.

His detached relationship with his past and aloof behavior whenever it's brought up could suggest many things... *"But, that's not really any of your business, now is it? Aaaaanyway... It's probably not really* that *important. I wouldn't worry about it, if I were you. Just run along~ ;)"*

## Personality

Jack is a very confident and affable individual. He is very rarely seen without his trademark smile on his face, and seems to greatly enjoy the company of other people, especially beautiful women. He loves comedy and is always seeking to entertain and amuse himself.

While generally very polite, he often acts in a carefree and somewhat unhinged manner. He rarely takes even the most life threatening situations seriously, and usually addresses others as if they are close friends, regardless of social or political status. (regularly making physical contact such as "high fives", "hand shakes", and "fist bumps")

He will never miss an opportunity to make a joke at something absurd, or do something that is fun or audacious. To his advantage; this whimsical attitude helps him make friends easily, or at very least, give off an impression to others (and potential enemies) that he is reckless or thoughtless in his actions.

Despite this fun-loving and chummy demeanor, perceptive individuals may begin to notice that he is actually much more clever and deviant than he intentionally lets on. When his true intelligence is noticed, his once benign actions reveal themselves to be incredibly calculated decisions; and his once cheerful speech patterns suddenly seem much more subtly "mocking" or sarcastic in tone.

He always seems to know a bit more than he ever really should; often recanting after "accidentally" letting slip some seemingly irrelevant pieces of information. His side comments almost always have a twisted undertone; whether they're kinky sex jokes, advanced metaphysical philosophies, or fashion exposition. Thinking about anything he says for too long makes it start to sound more and more like a veiled threat.

Regardless of his *eccentric behaviors*; Jack Lacheln remains endlessly amusing. His true motivations remain veiled behind his perpetual, serpentine and eerily wide grin...

## Equipment

**Weapons:**

-(2) Customized balisong-style knives, "Kek" and "Lel". they appear to have a uniquely curved design and purple amethyst grips.

-Geminus Anguium; Ouroboros. His trademark magical weapon.

-(7) Throwing Daggers.

**Clothing:**

All of his clothes are those that would be worn by a very high-class individual; they appear to be extremely lavish, custom-made, and somewhat gaudy. Especially his black longcoat that covers most of his body. His other clothing includes a 100% silk white dress-shirt worn under a black suit vest. A short black tie. Two purple belts with multiple metal accessories adorning them (including a green chain). Black suit pants. Black fingerless gloves. Lastly, perfectly shined leather shoes that also have a touch of purple to them. (For some reason, they are also steel-toed.)

"*Oh, and don't forget the hat. The hat is **important**.*"

**Miscellaneous:**

-"Pocket Eggs". (Boiled eggs kept for on-the-go snacks)

-Daedric Cigars.

(Note; often Jack will be seen pulling items "out of his hat" seemingly from nowhere. This makes evaluating his true inventory... difficult. This list details items he has *already* been shown utilizing.)

## Abilities

* ***Jester's Mastery:*** A perfectionist at heart, Jack appears to have spent way too much time perfecting his affinity skills. To name a few;
	+ Deception: the ability to predict, mislead, trick and deceive even the most intelligent characters in and out of combat.
	+ Butterfly Knives: the ability to instantly conceal, draw, and even stab someone with the knives before a standard opponent has time to react.
	+ Snake Summoning: the ability to summon ethereal (or actual) serpents, communicate with snakes, or even temporarily become one himself.
* ***Eyes of The Basilisk:*** Jack has the ability to marginally impose his soul into any entity's mind through eye contact. This allows him to implant suggestions or read "surface thoughts" on strong-willed opponents and completely control weak-willed ones. This ability is always active, causing perceptive individuals to notice his inhumanly gold eyes. Aware of this, he often obscures his hellish pupils intentionally. Most often by closing/squinting his eyes, or with the brim of his hat.
* ***Ouroboros:*** His trademark weapon is a green, magical, metallic, serpentine grappling hook he keeps attached to his belt disguised as a "wallet chain". When the weapon animates, it defies gravity and appears to be sentient. (Though it is completely obedient to Jack.) The weapon itself is often utilized at a long-range for grappling unto surfaces, binding opponents, piercing armor, and of course; tearing at opposition with it's razor-sharp teeth. The weapon may also be "partially summoned" allowing for independent sections of chain to be summoned for various purposes, including as a defense.
* ***Infernal Entente:*** Jack is a sly negotiator and bases his entire "career" on always knowing just what other people want and the price they'd be willing to pay for it. Using his knowledge of occultism and sacrifice; he claims he is capable of making your dreams come true, though luck or *other means*... and as always, for the right price.
	+ You'd better watch your back when dealing with this wild card; when you think you have an ace up your sleeve, this cunning reptile has all five. During an Infernal Entente, the stakes are higher and the prizes are greater than anything you could possibly imagine... and then some.

## Info

Character Theme: Le Bien Qui Fait Mal

Hobbies: Talking to people. Watching live comedy shows. "Teaching and learning."

Values: Excess. Refinement. Joviality. Politeness. ~~Cruelty.~~ Affluence. Wittiness. Entertainment. ~~Suffering.~~

Likes: Expensive clothes. Exotic things. Beautiful women. Political satire. Anything purple.

Dislikes: Religiousness. Conformity. Predictability. Self-Righteousness. Seriousness. Ignorance.

## Trivia

* Jack has two "daughters" named Lumina and Nanako whom he often uses as messengers, couriers, ~~sexual partners~~ and assistants.
	+ He is shown to be very loving and compassionate toward Nanako, speaking kindly as a father would to a young daughter.
	+ Towards Lumina; he acts in a much coarser and abusive manner. Often insulting, blaming, hitting, kicking, fondling or otherwise degrading her.