Name:
Old Man Norton
Age: Elder
Status: Happy, and Content.
Traits:
Strengths:
Old: You are old, incredibly old, and while you may have forgotten a few things in your old age, you have been alive long enough to know that the more things change, the more they stay the same. Your centuries of existence have gifted you with unparalleled wisdom and insight, allowing you to anticipate and manipulate the ebb and flow of mortal and supernatural affairs with only a glance.
Dark Arts: You are a long master of the Dark Arts, arts of shadow summons, manipulation, transformation, invisibility, even cloning, and regeneration. Nothing is beyond your powers; only your imagination is your limit. You can bend the darkness to your will, summon creatures of the night, and cloak yourself in shadows to evade detection or strike unseen.
Immense Strength: Your age has only enhanced your physical abilities. Your strength is colossal, capable of crushing bones and tearing through steel. Despite your ancient appearance, your body is a vessel of immense power and speed, outmatching any mortal or younger vampire with ease.
Immunity to Holy Symbols: Unlike many of your kin, you possess an immunity to holy symbols such as crosses, holy water, and consecrated ground as you have existed before their creation and their empowerment by Man. These objects have no power over you, allowing you to move freely and confront those who would otherwise repel or harm you with such artifacts. This immunity grants you a significant advantage in both combat and subterfuge, as you are not hindered by the traditional defenses against your kind.
Hypnotic Presence: Your presence is mesmerizing, your voice carrying a hypnotic, almost enchanting quality. You can bend wills, command obedience, and instill fear or adoration with a mere whisper. Mortals and lesser beings find it nearly impossible to resist your commands.
Historical Knowledge: You have witnessed the rise and fall of empires, and the birth and death of countless civilizations. Your knowledge of history, both mundane and arcane, is vast and unparalleled. This wealth of information grants you a strategic advantage in any situation, allowing you to outmaneuver and outwit your adversaries.
Weaknesses:
Slow Healing: While you possess the ability to heal, your regeneration is not as rapid as that of some of your kin, at least anymore. Significant injuries take longer to mend and require you to consume more blood to expedite the healing process.
Sunlight Vulnerability: As powerful as you are, the sun remains your greatest enemy. Its light is a deadly bane, forcing you into the shadows during the day. This vulnerability can be exploited by your enemies, and you must always plan your activities around the unforgiving cycle of night and day.
Blood Dependency (Potent): Your need for blood is insatiable, and the older you get, the more potent the blood you require. Feeding on mere mortals may not always suffice, compelling you to seek out rarer, more dangerous prey. You require the blood of Heroes. Of villains, of monsters, and even other Vampires.
Isolation: Your ancient status often isolates you from others, both mortal and vampire alike. Younger vampires may fear or resent you, thinking that you will kill them or enslave them, while mortals see you as a terrifying legend, one that must be destroyed at any cost. This isolation can lead to loneliness and a lack of trusted allies, making it difficult to form meaningful connections or alliances.
Haunted by the Past: Your long life is filled with memories, some of which are haunting. Regrets lost loves, and countless deaths weigh heavily on your mind. These ghosts of the past can distract you, affect your judgment, or even lead to moments of vulnerability as you grapple with the emotional toll of centuries of existence.
