User Profile

Character: Michael
Series/Fandom: Angel Sanctuary
Original or Alternate: Alternate
Age: At least many centuries old, but looks to be about 16
Gender: Male
Species: Angel
Sexuality: Asexual

Appearance: "Short" basically sums up Michael's appearance, but call him that to his face and you'll soon have a raging inferno on your hands. However his sentiments about it though, the description is apt. With a lanky build gradually starting to take on muscle tone, he stands just a few inches above five feet. His crimson hair vividly juxtaposes with his skin, pale like it hasn't seen the sun in years. A stylized dragon tattoo runs from the left side of his face down to his chest. Upon closer inspection, the main line composing the dragon actually follows closely to the faint trace of a scar. Short spiky strands of hair occasionally shadow his strange eyes - a shade of dark blue, almost violet. He also has a pair of skeletal wings, though they are only visible to people who are sensitive to astral energy (or "auras") if Michael chooses to conceal them. Right below his left shoulder blade is another tattoo: a "P" in a curious, somehow sinister style.

Michael dresses in a mix of punk and military-style clothes, usually containing black leather and mesh. He is almost always seen wearing a cloak of some sort to hide his wings from view. Otherwise, he doesn't seem to care much about what he wears, providing it isn't something he considers too fancy.

Personality: Michael's personality is like that of fire - blazing and rash, giving little thought to what it encounters. He has a very short temper that flares up at the slightest provocation, especially if you mention his height or his predecessor. He holds a special hatred for those who make fun of his background and those who think themselves superior because of their heritage/blood. Unless you somehow earn Michael's respect, he won't treat you any differently than anyone else (though perhaps not the soldiers he commands): rudely and openly disrespectful, running roughshod over things he considers trivial. He himself hates being under someone else's control or being told what to do. But though he is very reluctant to let go of his independence, he eventually stops being stubborn about it if he sees no way out (eventually being the key word here). He tears through life with a devil-may-care attitude, regardless of the risks might be. In fact, he even welcomes danger and is never one to back down from a challenge. He places great importance on being able to prove one's worth, holding people who can't "walk the walk" in very low esteem. He also emphasizes the physical over the mental, and there's nothing he enjoys more than a good fight. Beneath his prickly exterior, Michael has a soft spot for the oppressed and exploited. But he very seldom lets that show, and it usually comes off as more of his seemingly spontaneous rage.

Abilities/Strengths: Michael's powers stem from the element of fire; he is capable of incinerating most things within seconds. He can also manipulate fire to come to his aid even if the flames are not of his own creation. Though he lacks proper wings and thus the ability to fly, his agility more than makes up for that shortcoming. In addition, Michael is very skilled in physical - particularly melee - combat, his strength surprising for someone with such a small frame. He is also a talented military tactician, able to view strategies and battles with clarity.

Weaknesses: Michael's pride is perhaps his greatest weakness. In battle, it translates to him refusing to give up as long as he has one shred of determination to go on, no matter how grievous his injuries might be. Anywhere else, it's the main reason why he gets into so many of said fights, as he does not tolerate insults very well. If and when he is actually humiliated, he often goes to the extremes in order to get his dignity back (and usually ends up making a fool of himself in the process). He is also very easily manipulated, especially when angry. His temper tends to cloud his judgment, which leads to him making some very poor decisions when he's seriously ticked off. Outside of battle, he rarely understands anything serious going around him, and it's not uncommon to see him slightly dazed because someone tried to explain something complicated to him - or just used a lot of big words in a short amount of time. Although he tries not to let it bother him, Michael is very sensitive about the painful events of his past, particularly anything concerning his childhood, his sister, or the former Guardian of Fire. He also has somewhat of a weird and irrational dislike for transvestites or women with large breasts.

Notable Possessions: Michael wields a large sword with a hilt that resembles a cross, which he keeps strapped to his back.

History: Here

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