Post by Elias Ulrich on Aug 22, 2021 16:58:37 GMT -5
FACE CLAIM: Giulio Berruti
PLAYER: Lynx/Lux
CHARACTER NAME: Elias D. Ulrich
BIRTHDATE: March 18th
AGE: 36
HOMELAND: Teronna
CURRENT RESIDENCE: Tresteria
APPEARANCE: Elias is a tall man. Standing at 6'3", his frame is muscular and toned, though not so much so that he looks too intimidating. He has dark hair, typically kept short and styled neatly and bold, blue eyes that seem to draw people in. Any facial hair is kept trimmed and neat.
Elias definitely dresses above his social class, always opting for button downs and slacks or full-on suits with little room for in-between. If you see him at a glance, it would definitely be easy to assume he's a noble rather than a commoner.
MARITAL STATUS: Single, never wed. Tends to "play the field."
FAMILY TIES:
Inigo Westwood - Younger brother
Youngest brother (26)
OCCUPATION: Barrister/Lawyer
BUSINESS:
Business Name: N/A - works for the kingdom of Tresteria.
What type of business?: Criminal lawyer and divorce lawyer.
SOCIETAL TITLE:
Title: Commoner
Source of income: Occupation
Estate Name: N/A
GRAMARYE GIFT: Persuasion - Elias's gift is beyond subtle. It's almost like a little voice in the back of your head that isn't quite your voice. Still, it can be hard to differentiate between the two. His gift only works if he speaks aloud, though he doesn't have to speak loudly for it take effect. Even so, there are many factors to consider. Over the course of his life, Elias has found that his gift is more prone to work on those that are weak-willed, timid, or are otherwise "lost." Those with vast amounts of confidence or those who are self-assured are a bit harder to coerce, though it does still happen from time to time depending on the situation at hand and how much effort Elias chooses to put into the coercion.
The main thing with his gift is that his victim has to hear his words, even if they don't consciously hear it when he speaks. Fortunately for him, if the persuasion takes, most people don't remember it was Elias that convinced them to do something. But in the instances it doesn't take, he's often met with some very strange looks that he has to attempt - oftentimes poorly - to play off.
If his gift is used on the same person too often over extended periods of time, it can lead to cases of hysteria or insanity(rare) in his victims.
PERSONALITY: Elias is the type of man that you either love or hate with no in-between. He is charming, quick-witted, a seemingly approachable guy. However, beneath the 'perfect man' façade, he's manipulative, cocky, and can sometimes be something of a know-it-all. He likes to get his way and loathes anyone or anything that stands between him and what he wants. Of course, there's a certain level of poise he never breaks, knowing he has appearances to keep up.
Elias doesn't take no for an answer. It's almost like it's not even in his vocabulary. The way he sees it, every 'no' is a challenge to get more creative or try harder. Perhaps it doesn't help that he is cunningly intelligent and well-educated, meaning he can always find a way around any hinderances that may arise.
His confidence and the way he carries himself almost scream self-importance. However, he doesn't seem to mind as he fully believes he is above most of the people he comes into contact with. There are some he sees as his equal, but never as being above him. In his eyes, there is only equal and below, never above. It's likely most notable in the way he speaks, as if he knows everything will happen in his favor, one way or another - and it seemingly always does thanks to his gramayre. He doesn't lean on his gift, however. Years of experience with it means he knows exactly when and on whom to use it, making his rate of success with coercions quite high.
While he can appear warm and inviting, especially with his confident and charming demeanor, Elias is actually a very cold and calculated man. Believing his time is precious, he knows exactly what is and isn't worth even a single moment of his attention and moves through life with a hyper-aware precision so as to get the most out of each situation. He does nearly everything solely for his benefit.
To be fair, he isn't a complete ass. There are times where he can show a bit of gruff compassion and even fairness, especially in his work. He doesn't know how to put himself in others' shoes - or rather, doesn't care to - but he can certainly see a situation from all sides and perspectives, making him an excellent ally during negotiations, heated arguments, and the like.
HISTORY:
(Please see Inigo's history for a detailed account of what happened before Elias came to Tresteria).
After the murder-suicide of his parents, Elias fled Teronna at the young age of 12. He lived on the streets as a ghost, joining the military just to have a bed to sleep in and food to eat. A notoriously secretive man, not much has ever been known about the man, especially since no other Ulrichs have surfaced in public records, making him seem even more a ghost around Tresteria.
At age 18, he decided to pursue a career in law, more specifically, criminal and divorce law. Under a mentor, Elias flourished and even won his first case, though that one can be chalked up to a little cheating via his gift. In his eyes, it was the best way to build a clientele. Since, he's been the go-to for criminals and failing marriages alike, winning most of his cases with ease, even without the use of his gramayre.
At 22, Elias returned to Teronna to find that Inigo had turned to a life of crime, even if it was to make sure he and the youngest didn't go hungry while living on the streets. Even so, Elias scolded Inigo harshly before leaving Teronna, taking the youngest brother with him. For the next few years, Elias took care of him until he was old enough to start his own life, at which Elias gave him a hefty sum of money and sent him on his way. The two haven't spoken since.
Now, Elias lives it up, working when he needs to, spending his days leisurely when there's no work to be had. He owns a nice home in North Eldrige, making connection high up to social hierarchy ladder.
FACTS:
- Played a role in the murder-suicide of his parents. He'd always seen his father as a weak-willed man, so when his gift began to manifest, he tested it out on his father, not realizing that overusing the gift on someone over extended periods of time made them go insane.
- Doesn't really care about what happened to his brothers. Knows they're likely out there somewhere. Doesn't talk about them at all.
- Finds a great amount of joy in working divorce cases. Is not above sleeping with the wives as their payment for his services.
- Everyone gets a different version of him. Sometimes more stern, sometimes more laid back, always a façade.
- Doesn't like children.
- Sees everything as a challenge.
- Has a need to prove that he's the best, whether that be in his career, in bed, or whatever else he feels a need to be the best at.
- He has a knack for being able to read people easily. Body language, facial expressions, and tone are all easily translatable to him.
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Tier 1 Character
Elias is a sociable and confident man, so interactions are free and often flexible. Along with that, his services as a barrister can be used across all of Elysium, especially in cases of settling land/divorce disputes or writing up laws for any of Elysium's kingdoms.
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