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Character blog: assayedsupposition
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Character you wish to be: The Signless/Sufferer
Why: I've always enjoyed Signless, due in part to the many different potential aspects for his character. As with most of the ancestors, there are various personalities and mannerisms that can be interpreted and manifested, based on what has been given to us in canon. The smallest of hints, can open the door for the most interesting of ideas. As such, the Signless has always been one of my favorites, due to not only his bold (in my opinion) nature, and sacrificial end in the original story. I'm a sucker for characters that stand up for their beliefs, and want to empower others to do the same. For the bettering of the world of course.
Interpretation of the character: In canon, my interpretation follows what is known, with a few additions to fill in the gaps. Though it is said that his visions of his Beforus existence helped lead him to eventually speak of equality and peace, I believe being raised by the Dolorosa, played a major part in his eventual inspiration to rise up and be heard. Above many things, I see Signless as a character of understanding, and as such, I do not think it would have taken him long to realize how fortunate he was, and how unfortunate others were, even though they had 'ideal' beginnings. I think he would have begun to venture out and speak to trolls he saw suffering. Not always at the approval of Dolorosa to be sure.
It wouldn't be until shortly after his pupation (puberty), that I believe his desires would manifest into an idea. An idea to put the visions he's seen, and the acceptance and love he's felt, into something as seemingly simple as words and action. Due to that sort of beginning, I believe the Signless was a troll of determination. To face such a tedious task, potentially being told that such a thing would be in vain or impossible over and over again, and to keep pushing forward despite the challenges, takes a powerful will that would not view failure as an option. It may have crossed his mind, may have caused him to doubt on more than one occasion, but in the end he continued on. That stubborn will and passion, would have often overwhelmed or annoyed others, but his obvious care for their futures and undeterred nature, is what I believe, began to draw followers to him.
To summarize, leading up to his execution, I believe Signless was passionate, caring, determined, and unmovable in his beliefs. He had faith in trolls, and could see the potential in all of them. It hurt him to see any suffer, no matter their blood hue, and I believe he would have stepped forward to defend them, even at risk to his own life. On the downside, he was stubborn, and oftentimes reckless in his defense of others, and need to spread his teachings. Which ultimately led to his capture, torture, and death.
His last sermon, the Vast Expletive, I believe, was the result of that stubborn faith, being so violently torn away. Beyond the pain of flesh, his heart was torn asunder to see the trolls he worked so hard to save, being recaptured and killed if they did not return to their old ways. Some, being slaughtered still if they did. That pain, and loss, quickly manifested into an untold rage, something that had laid buried in him since his youth. Anger and hate poured from his lips freely on that culling forth, and though it was directed at those around him in part, it was mostly directed upon himself. For foolishly believing his visions could have been anymore but dreams, for believing that these trolls around him could change and be at peace... and for still caring for them, despite it all.
In this verse, I see Signless (Kasvik Vantas), as being raised by muggle parents in a humble home, with few conflicts and close friends. He wasn't a particularly unusual child, and though at times strange things would happen around him, they weren't so overly odd as to cause notice. As a child, he displayed unusual patience and determination for one so young. Odd things would unnerve or concern him, and he possessed a heart for those around him. More than once, he came from school with bruises for trying to defend one of the other kids, or saying something another child didn't agree with. When puberty began to draw near he began to see odd things in the world around him. Things that no sane human would even think to acknowledge, let alone believe. They unnerved him, even frightened him at first, but he took to them quickly. Besides, what he saw didn't really feel unnatural to him. That is, until something happened whichcaused his parents concern. That occurence however, was short lived and somewhat explained, by a letter they received only days later. A letter of acceptance, into Hogwarts.
To avoid this growing too great in length, teenage-adult Kasvik, is much like my interpretation of Signless in canon. Throughout his years in hogwarts, he was a strong-willed youth, and rarely backed down if someone questioned or challenged his beliefs. He was defensive of those around him, and would often stay up late to help another student study, or practice. He didn't let the fact he was a 'mudblood' deter him, excelling in both his studies, and magic. That drive, care, and determination followed him into adult hood. He cares for both the students and other professors, and while he isn't as reckless as he was during his teenage years, he will occasional take a proverbial bullet, for those around him.
House: Gryffindor - Kasvik, I believe, displays primarily Gryffindor traits. Being of a determined mind set with ideas of justice and equality, while possessing the courage to stand up for them even at the risk of sacrificing himself. Hufflepuff is in close competition, speaking of his heart and compassion, the desire for fairness and a patience to utilize it. However, becuase his nature often leads him to be daring and at times reckless in his beliefs, I think he would be led to the house of the lion.
Chumhandle: assayedSupposition
It felt as though, this is how it had always been. Though Kasvik knew it wasn't so, could quite clearly remember a time when his usual 'normal day' consisted of a race to the park, and then back home before dark. Days when men delivered the mail instead of owls, and when one wanted to travel between buildings, they walked or took vehicles, not floo powder... and yet, despite growing up in a home where magic and mythical beasts were nothing but tall tale and young wishes, looking back, it seemed as though he always knew that a special sort of letter would arrive at his door. Though he would scarcely admit such a thing out loud, even to him, that sounded a bit far fetched. Smiling to himself, Kasvik rose, and stepped from behind his desk. The robe about his shoulders followed suit, billowing somewhat in the wake of his steps, as he rose his hands up to give a single clap before his students as the last youth, floated their finished exam onto his desk.
"Well done everyone, it's encouraging to see that certain charms put into place to encourage... unbiased answers, remained inactive during the full course of this exam," normally, he did not bother with casting them to be honest. Divination was not usually a subject that always required precise answers. The art of utilizing one's Inner Eye itself, was often incredibly cryptic, with the things seen being open to interpretation and debate. Until something in regards to them, came true or occurred of course.
"That is all for today. Tomorrow we begin with the variations of divining with flame. Please, don't forget to fire proof your wardrobe, texts, and hair," he quirked an eyebrow here with the accompanying smile. Someone would forget, they always did. "That is, unless you wish to look like a burn victim until we can get you to the hospital wing," It was a partial tease, and it seemed most of the students took it as such. Though it had happened before, "Dismissed."
He watched them as they rose to leave, breaking his observance only to run back a few dark strands of the wandering thick curls he had long since been subjected to. Amber tinted eyes ensuring nothing was left behind or forgotten, while quietly deducing if any quick glances from one student to another contained anything that would evolve into potential conflict during the descent from his class. All the while, a polite, companionable smile, rested on his expression, and farewell nods were gladly given. Until the last student left.
Only then, did a light frown touch him, stance taking on something a bit more tense, more troubled. In a few of his students shadows, he could have swore he saw something. Though if it was premonition or simply the cast of light, it was difficult to say, and voicing it could lead to another howler from an unappreciative parent. Kasvik sighed, arms crossing and gaze slipping closed for a moment, until a knock at his door drew his attention into focus. The concern fade into a warm smile, stashing away his concerns for later, as he faced the timid eyes peering into his class.
"No need to be shy, come on in, and tell me what I can do for you."
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