Hello! I love your jnh designs so much! Do you have any info or a story around them?
Thank you!!! It always means a lot when people say they like the designs and even want to hear about the lil headcannons/stories I have! (I should really upload to that AO3...) I try not to deviate from the text too much but I love going nuts on their interactions and life prior to the first chapter.
so uuuuh yeah :>
Long post incoming <3 (Really)
I could go on and on about them but I'll do what is best and give some details so you won't be straining your eyes too much.
(This is actually quite long now sorry. I had too much fun with this!)
Characters:
Mr. Utterson (48/12)
-Estate planning Lawyer
-Second Oldest of five (first died in childhood). Has a younger sister and two twin younger brothers.
-Happily unmarried (tried but it wasn't his cup of tea).
-Chinese descent (He has a Chinese name too).
-Near-sighted.
-Able to bend his own words to his advantage, Jekyll could only wish to be as good as him. (These are never done with hostile intent)
-Different in terms of personality in comparison to his more outgoing, expressive and louder family members but he still shares their kind characteristic.
-Although he often keeps to himself, he is rather nosy and invasive when it comes to his friends and those around him.
-Although he is generally kind, he doesn't take things to heart, especially when it's from someone he doesn't know. Will brush it off without issue.
-Doesn't like when he has to do an in person consultation with his clients, however, if it's important he may get a bit of 'liquid courage' before hand.
-Not one to get physical but he did punch a kid in boarding school for trying to harm Jekyll after words failed to resolve the issue.
-His ties all have different patterns on them.
-Former Theatre kid however he will sometimes act out imaginary situations in the comfort of his own room.
-Cheats at cards. His friends still have yet to find out how he keeps winning.
-Unlike everyone else, their colour motifs are colour mixes of their parents. Uttermom is Cherry red and his Utterdad is Indigo.
-Has two pet cats. A Russian Blue named Motz (short for Mozzarella or Mozart depending on who's asking) who he got after a legal issue with a couple who abandoned everything and left the country, including the cat. And a Li Hua, named Heng, which his mother gifted him so he would be less lonely at home. Victim of the universal cat distribution system.
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Mr. Enfield (28)
-Police officer; Newcomen is his partner.
-Moved from the United States to England as his mother's dying wish to get out of the dusty town. (Although smog isn't that much better...)
-Was from a miner town and his dad owned the local saloon/bar.
-Somewhat like his cousin, he's a stickler for the truth while also being a bit of a gossip.
-As you'd expect, the exact opposite of his cousin aside from having the same strong sense of curiousity and justice (and sense of humour).
-Although he gives the impression of a refined man, that is only when he doesn't speak. He's still learning the English customs.
-Speaks a lot of American slang, often leaving his English counterparts confuzzled.
-Unlike everyone else, their colour motifs are colour mixes of their parents. Enfield's Mom was hot pink and his Dad is matcha green.
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Mr. Guest (29)
-Clerk
-Near-sighted.
-Trinidadian (after a friend <3).
-Young lad who left home to pursue a career instead of what his family had planned for him.
-One of the few people to both 'butt-heads' with Utterson and yet be comforting company.
-Generally handles the conversational side of the job and is very good at it as a result.
-Generally prefers to keep to himself but like anyone, he does enjoy going out with others to relax
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Mr. Poole (54)
-House head/servant
-Indian; Migrated to France for work. Left France once hired by the Jekyll household.
-A professional of his work so well known in the butler society that many households prayed he didn't work for the Jekyll household just so he could help them.
-Understanding and willing to be an ear to listen and give advice in return if asked.
-Far-sighted
-(According to butler work ethics, he's not really supposed to have a mustache but if I try to imagine him without one I'll perish so-)
-Although Jekyll is the master of the house, Poole is the one who controls most of the tasks within it, along with the family home.
-(Another note, I had to age down everyone a little just to Poole wouldn't be nearing his 60s when he kicks the door down)
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Dr. Jekyll (46)
-Apothecary
-French/Russian(Mom)+English(Dad)
-Only Child (with an unknown half-brother), as well as lonely child.
-Unintentionally acts like his mother whom he had a difficult relationship with growing up (Nature and Nurture sort of scenario). Father was kind but negligent.
-Acts more like his *'true self' around Utterson and Lanyon on the account that he grew up with them. (*whatever that means)
-Got terrified of misbehaving due to witnessing one of the maids die due to such actions (his mother told him that). Then the typical, acting out to get his parent's attention. After their death, and disappearing for three years, he mellowed out.
-Has a scar on the left side of his head made during the 3 year trip at the age of 30; the draping/styling of his hair hides it.
-His long hair is a coping mechanism and is styled to appear short. It is dyed lighter than it actually is.
-Meticulous about his appearance (even as Hyde; old habits)
-Divorced, but on good terms.
-Has his own garden where he grows flowers.
-Collects stamped wax seals. (Utterson uses wafer seals; Lanyon does not stamp his wax seals)
-An anxious man especially when things don't go according to plan.
-Depending on the relationship with him, his smile may either be comforting or condescending, Schrodinger's smile (you don't know its intention unless you know what he's thinking).
-Something of a people pleaser even when he tries to not be. Force of habit. A push-over in boarding school since he never had much opportunity to make friends but both Lanyon and Utterson made sure to stop this as best as they could.
-Utterson and Lanyon sometimes call him Jeck-ul to tease him.
-Has a rabbit. She is an English Spot named Lily, after her fur pattern and colouration. She also liked to eat the flowers in Jekyll's garden after gnawing out of her cage for the 10th time. She is missing an eye. She was about to be thrown out of a pet shop but Jekyll saw it as an opportunity to use her as a test subject. He ended up not doing that.
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Dr. Lanyon (47)
-General Physician
-Scottish
-Tallest of everyone mentioned.
-older brother with a half-sister.
-Hard of hearing due to an incident which started Jekyll and Lanyon's relationship tension. Has a hearing aid but doesn't like using it. Good at making it seem like he can hear. Both Jekyll and Utterson learned how to sign so he wouldn't feel alienated.
-Has signed names for those close with him. (J-'J & Flower' U-'Angel' P- 'Pool' Blaire(wife)-I didn't come up with one yet, maybe sunlight or honey which he signs then signs love to make it more endearing idk)
-Had a sick mother which prompted his career to General Medicine. Was a loner as a result in his younger years as he looked for work to be able to feed himself and was rumored to be a witch's child. Luckily that's now in the past.
-Married to a nurse, turned doctor, who he met on a work trip to the United States (he passed out from heat exhaustion on the job). He has two kids, both who have Jekyll and Utterson as their godfather's
-One is named Catriona, Jekyll's goddaughter. (It is vital to know this)
-Typical dad and wife loving guy.
-Often has a big smile of his face and will wrap you into a hug or give a hearty handshake if given the chance.
-Radiates comfort; great with holding a conversation, it's near impossible not feel relaxed around him while he gives you a check up. Jekyll can only wish to be that good.
-Pedantic about situations he's knowledgeable in, especially when it comes to health.
-Not afraid to start an argument in situations where he feels disrespected.
-Looks like a hardy man who doesn't take things to heart but he's quite the opposite. He dyed his hair when he got bullied for it in his younger years.
-Has an old dog named Ruth. She's a Duck Tolling retriever, who is terribly sweet and has the energy of a puppy. Lanyon got her from the will of one his patients. She is named after the original owner's child that they never got to have. She unintentionally makes for a good service dog since she helped the previous owner alot during his old age.
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Relationships :
Jekyll x Utterson x Lanyon (J.U.L/Jewel)
-The trio officially meet at boarding school as Jekyll carries Lanyon with him after the death of his mother. They went to the same school as Utterson by Poole's suggestion to Henry's father.
-Utterson and Lanyon had a difficult time getting along with each other at the start due to their contrasting personalities, however Jekyll was a good medium and eventually they managed to work with each other's differences.
-Lanyon is the one driving force keeping them from not dying at an early age. Those two can barely cook or monitor their own health for themselves.
-Utterson the one driving force keeping them from not going broke or getting into major legal issue.
-The lads have had pretty peaceful lives, it's strange. Jekyll surely has no idea why. Any outside ruckus seems to just...stop...
-On breaks, the stay with Utterson's family until Jekyll is no longer able to due to training for future obligations. They still visit each other.
-Utterson's parents were very supportive and kind, indirectly adopting Jekyll and Lanyon as their own.
-The trio hold private events with each other where they gift each other random items or hold lunches at their houses.
-The jests amongst these three, you'd think they were children with how they act around each behind closed doors.
-They'd kill for each other and who is to say the hadn't?
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Poole x J.U.L.
-Was practically a big brother to them; helped them with school work where he could despite leaving school at a young age to work. He managed to get help from another maid who actually knew the material.
-Had his fair share of adventures with the lads when they were younger. Having his plate full underestimates his situation.
-They still manage to raise his blood pressure even at this age. It wouldn't be them if he didn't find them passed out on the couch after their loud chatter.
-They may be adults but he's still going to cover them with a blanket in those instances.
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(some of these may have been mentioned and may refer you back to a previous panel or not?)
Jekyll x Everyone
Poole
-Out of everyone in the house, Poole (and a former maid), were the only ones who interacted with Jekyll rather than giving him the cold shoulder. Poole was fired by Henry's mom as a result but luckily the news reached Jekyll's dad before he left and was soon rehired (the former maid was not as lucky).
-Despite the work relationship, Poole is like family to Jekyll, although Jekyll does sometimes use the boss position to his advantage whenever he becomes a bit invasive.
-Somewhat childish around Poole, complaining about things and asking him to make him his favourite foods even though that's not his job per se.
-After he left for boarding school, Poole left the Jekyll house. When he returned from College, Jekyll went out of his way to bring him back.
-Respects him more than his parents.
-He couldn't count how many times Poole had been there for him during tough times.
-When Poole got fired Jekyll planned to run away with Lanyon to go find him and bring him back.
Lanyon
-Jekyll moves between England and Scotland due to dad's' work, eventually meeting Lanyon at age 10 in Scotland.
-Love-hate relationship; If arguments ever arise it's rarely about anything serious.
-Lanyon is more likely to call out Jekyll for certain actions, which entertains Jekyll.
-As much as Jekyll enjoys troubling Lanyon, he does sometimes take it too far. He knows when Lanyon goes quiet.
-They trust each other with the worse of themselves.
-Jekyll wishes Lanyon would relax more, he's been more his parent than his parents.
-Is competitive with him.
-He didn't mean to hurt him, it was an accident...
Utterson
-Jekyll(5) met Utterson(7) in England after travelling to town with Poole to a local fabric store, to whom Utterson's mother owns.
-Unlike Lanyon, Utterson is less likely to call out Jekyll for certain actions, however that's because he feigns ignorance.
-Although Jekyll trusts Utterson with the negatives of himself, he knows Utterson does tent to go overboard with trying to mend a situation so he keeps a bit to himself.
-He envies Utterson for being so…himself without risking people outcasting him.
-Has actually managed to genuinely upset him, which is difficult. Utterson didn't speak to him for nearly a month. Lanyon had to be the negotiator for once. He stopped being upset after a day. He may seem reasonable but he is also extremely petty.
Guest
-Jekyll wasn't one hundred percent on having someone so young handle his finances but soon came around when he realized it would lighten the work load on Utterson.
-Quite likes Guest once they started talking.
-Taught him how to play cards. Started losing to him at cards.
Enfield
-Met him when he was a child but after that he hadn't seen him again until the incident (where he didn't recognize him).
-He sort of reminds him of someone…oh well.
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Utterson x Everyone
Jekyll
-When they first met he was reading a book and Jekyll asked him about it but he didn't want to hold a conversation. Jekyll suggests sharing the silence then, which did spark Utterson's interest.
-Utterson understands that Jekyll likes to keep to himself as he does but also wishes he'd actually trust him more with his troubles. It's a bit hypocritical on his part and he knows this.
-Got him hair ribbons and accessories to show his support.
-Although he enjoys his company, he sometimes thinks Jekyll prefers Lanyon over him due to how differently he acts between the two.
Lanyon
-Annoying (Affectionate)
-He ends up being both a baby sitter and dog sitter for him sometimes. He still isn't sure how he gets put into that position so easily.
-Lanyon is a good person to talk to with reasonable solutions but sometimes he can be really unreasonable when he's clouded by his emotions.
-He's a bit too 'touchy' for his liking but at this point diverging the course of a river would be easier than telling him to not hug him at every greeting. He's come to term with it . Afterall, it's not so bad if it's him.
-Thinks the arguments between him and Jekyll are ridiculous, but entertaining. If he asks them what they were arguing about they end up forgetting. He can't help but to laugh.
-Before they met at boarding school, Jekyll would send letters about him and their adventures. It made him want to be more involved.
-Sometimes he envied how outgoing and good with people Lanyon is.
-He likes to hear him talk. His voice is full of life and charm.
Poole
-Likes Mr. Poole.
-Utterson's parents send him stuff like fabrics and vegetables as he is a regular customer at his mom's shop.
-If Poole hadn't come to the shop he wouldn't have met Jekyll and by extension Lanyon.
-Finds his work ethics impressive and wishes to make him proud as if he was his own parent.
Enfield
-Enfield's mother is Utterson's mother's sister (aunty but it's vital you know which side)..
-When Utterson last saw him he was 10. Poor Utterson (and his siblings) were very confused as to who he was when he returned nearly two decades later!
-The two get along rather well despite their opposing personalities (not in the same sense of Utterson with Lanyon).
-Before Enfield's migration, they saw each other on some New Years' days when Enfield was still a kid.
-He thinks he's learned some…questionable behaviours. He doesn't like tea and drinks coffee without anything in there. He once saw his cooking outside.
-Whenever something involves Enfield, Utterson has to be mentioned since he is his emergency contact. (luckily it's never serious)
Guest
-Utterson hired him as Guest was having a difficult time searching for work, especially after separating from his family.
-After discovering why, Mr. Utterson still kept him around.
-Enjoys having him around to either chat or just sit in silence with while working.
-It took a bit of convincing on Guest's part (alongside Jekyll and Lanyon who worried he'd overwork himself if he didn't some help) as Utterson wasn't entirely thrilled with someone being at his work place but decided to give him a chance after hearing he was a good conversationalist.
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Lanyon x Everyone
Jekyll
-He grinds his gears (affectionate).
-They bicker like brothers and just as quickly make up without needing to apologize directly.
-Both his wife and Jekyll seem to make it their duty to tease him endlessly, why had he done this to himself.
-When his mother died in their youth, Jekyll held his hand and had a sleep over.
-Always says he's finished with him and his antics but they always end up reconciling. I believe if he hadn't died they might have done so again.
-The two are always touching each other, whether with a shoulder slung over, a hug, a pat on the back or linked arms.
-Was a bit protective of Jekyll and didn't like his parents or some of the destructive things he did.
-Didn't like when Jekyll was growing his hair out but eventually learned to style hair thanks to his sister. He's begun to think that Jekyll only invites him over just to do it.
Utterson
-The definition of opposites. If they weren't seen together you'd think they wouldn't know each other.
-Because of this, they aren't likely to be around each other for too long, however that does not mean they don't enjoy each other's company.
-Where Utterson may press, Lanyon will recede, sometimes causing situations to get out of hand. Luckily they never get too far.
-He doesn't understand him sometimes but he tries his best not to be too physical with him since it makes him uncomfortable. Sometimes however, he gets a away with it.
-Utterson appears like a very relaxed individual who always knows what he's doing, people like him without him doing much. It's quite admirable.
-He can chat a mile with Utterson around and knows he's still listening.
-He wishes he'd stop drinking so much, both as his friend and doctor. He once tried to 'borrow' a cup of water from him after a walk over to his house only to find out that it was liquor. Utterson it is 9am.
Poole
-He feels indebted to him for the care he showed him when he was younger. The food he sent him and the stories he told them in the dimly lit space of Jekyll's room made him forget what it was like to be alone.
-Gives him check ups whenever he can, even if he may say that he's fine. That guy's health is very important, free of charge! Jekyll will pay.
Guest
-He handles his finances as well at Utterson's law farm. A smart young lad!
-Thinks he's a bit small for his age though. Perhaps he'll allow him to make him a hearty meal one day.
Enfield
-Cute kid! He remembers playing cops and Robbers with him.
-Gave him a big hug when they met again.
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Guest x Everyone
Utterson
-Thinks he's a good boss, although he wishes he'd actually communicate directly with his clients rather than using him as a medium.
-They 'talk' about their lives and clients with each other. It's a huge relief for both of them.
-Subjected to a lot of his puns and jokes. Everyday is torture.
-Utterson helped him to pick out some clothes when he started working under him. Style is a must when working under Utterson/j.
Enfield
-As they both know Utterson they interact sometimes.
-Guest is still dumbfounded as to how the two (Utterson and Enfield) are related.
-Rarely interact with each other but Guest thinks Enfield is rambunctious.
Poole
-Reminds him of an uncle.
-He get's lunch from him that reminds him of home.
Jekyll
-Respects Jekyll, however, he had heard some things he'd rather not relay to Mr. Utterson. Even if it was to confirm or deny. The risk wasn't worth it.
Lanyon
-Homely father figure.
-Has considered making him his doctor but he'd rather not risk anything.
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Enfield x (almost) Everyone
Utterson
-His favourite cousin (more or less). He may say that he doesn't want to leave him house but he knows that actually means he just lacks the motivation. That's okay! He shall be there.
-Enfield tries to get Utterson to go out more. It's a gradual work in progress.
-Thinks that he needs to relax more, try going to the theatre like he used to. However, Utterson always finds a way to not go. Eventually he stopped trying there but he did manage to make walking the street a common thing.
-He's very reserved on the surface. Although, now when Enfield thinks about it, maybe he's just actually like that. Maybe he's shy? (no.)
-Tries to get him to smile where he can, even though it only seems to make Utterson less willing to do so.
-He doesn't like playing any strategy based games with him because he someone always wins.
Lanyon
-Barely remembers him but Utterson talks highly of him, albeit in a round about way.
Jekyll
-Doesn't remember much about him but Utterson and Guest speak highly of him. Maybe one day he'll be as respectable as him.
Guest
-Rarely interact with each other but Enfield wishes Guest would be more open. He thinks hanging around Utterson is making him 'too quiet'.
Poole: They don't know each other.
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Poole x (almost) Everyone
Jekyll
-He understands that children become more closed off when they grow older but…why did it have to happen to him!
-Such things are expected…at least he turned out fine for the most part.
-His mother had the whole house terrified if anyone interacted with the young master. He only got the pass because Jekyll's dad found out after he was fired without him knowing.
-He was distant with him after being threatened by her but it broke his heart when the young Jekyll thought it was his fault.
-Did everything in his power to ensure that Jekyll could have some semblance of a normal childhood, even if that was limited and risky.
-Happy he found friends to which he could be close with.
-Jekyll is still as sneaky as he was as a kid as he is now.
-Sometimes he'd find the doctor try to seek comfort from him as he used to with a hug. Some things never change…
Lanyon
-When he first met Lanyon, he already discovered his intention of using Jekyll for his own benefits. However, despite that, he treated him as the friend Jekyll terribly needed. With some care, he found that Lanyon's intentions soon turned genuine.
-Tried to make his visits as enjoyable as possible when he was younger.
-Convinced Lanyon's step father to send him to boarding school with Jekyll rather than separating them. It was a risk meddling with lives however it went as hoped for him.
-Very relieved with how Lanyon tuned out. Although he wish he'd stop nearly squishing him when he hugged him.
Utterson
-He was a quiet kid overall and Poole is glad he turned out so well.
-His parents have helped him multiple times when it came to organization, management and how to ensure a child reaches their fullest potential although that wasn't entirely his job.
-Jekyll and Utterson once returned from the creek covered in mud. Utterdad had never been so amused that his son was capable of such activities. Poor Poole is truly using all his luck when being responsible for them.
Guest
-Poole has had some interactions with Guest as it relates to finances due to him working at the firm where Jekyll keeps his funding.
-Guest sometimes gets snacks from when he visits Jekyll's house on work.
Enfield: They don't know each other.
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Bonus:
Hyde (23~28)
-looks like their mother
-Has a cleft lip.
-Due to their chemical make-up, he gives the impression of a ruffian, however she doesn't do anything that would cause that much of a ruckus outside of the area they are in. How else would they have hidden their presence form his friends?
-Bribes her way into doing odd jobs when bored.
-Unless they say what they were, the person asking wouldn't know. But where's the fun in telling, unless it has its advantages.
-The clip in their hair is actually a repurposed tie clip from Utterson.
-Oddly flexible, oddly agile.
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Hyde x Everyone
Lanyon
-Lanyon doesn't notice them but there was a cup of coffee that appeared at the stand when he forgot his pouch at home.
-Almost got hit by a carriage when he wasn't paying attention but a strong tug pulled him back. Before he could confront the person for felling him, they seemed to have never existed. Maybe his coat got caught on something?
Utterson
-Utterson doesn't like him but he can't bring himself to hate him on account that he's oddly familiar.
-Sometime Hyde surprises him with when shows actual 'kind' behaviour or sports a genuine smile. (Jekyll forgets he is Hyde sometimes)
Poole
-They remind them of Jekyll when he was younger. He's a lot more unruly in comparison however and Poole does not have the energy to keep up like he used to.
-Thinks that Hyde is a secret child of Jekyll as a result but he isn't going to ask.
Guest
-Asks for money from a separate account via Guest which is convenient since Utterson doesn't interact directly with his clients.
-Guest often forgets Hyde every time he returns but then he partially remembers him because of his 'vibe' and when he uses the same account upon returning.
-Guest only wonders what they do as a job but he's not getting paid to question.
Enfield
-Hyde thinks Enfield is annoying because he keeps imposing on his actions with his sense of justice and as an officer he's even more persistent.
-Enfield thinks they are a ruffian but blames it on Hyde being young (Although Hyde said they were the same age). Thinks he could 'fix' them to be a proper individual, like him for example.
-(I know Jekyll canonically never met Enfield before the incident but my vers. has Jekyll and Lanyon partially meeting Enfield when J.U.L. were still in boarding and visited Utterson's home during break)
So Basil Gray? Or Basil Hallward Gray? or do they plan on leaving the Gray part off? Are they going to be like friends who became brothers but not legally but by oath? same parents or half brothers? adopted brothers? and if adopted how long ago adopted because in canon they didn't really know each other until Dorian was 20? Will they know each other since they were kids? Teens? Are they both cared for by Dorian's uncle? Or is that part of Dorian's backstory not going to be translated either?
Like if it was Alan i might have understood better but Basil???
If they (the media) ever make a live action (another?) of ‘The Picture of Dorian Gray’ I demand that they introduce Lord Henry Wotten in the same style as one of those overly edited Indian drama character introductions.
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