[ OOC ] Frozen Pride // About Vexen
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CHARACTER NAME: Vexen, The Chilly Academic
CANON POINT: Posthumous, unaware of events after his death.
AGE: 45
GENDER: Male
SEXUAL ORIENTATION: Undisclosed
BIRTHDATE: May 17th
WESTERN ZODIAC: Taurus, Ascending Scorpio
BIRTHPLACE: Radiant Gardens
PALETTE: Pasta ; spicy, sour, bitter
[ OOC ]
Backtagging: I live in past threads, so go for it! If it’s old and you’re picking it up again though, just lemme know so I know where it came from.
Threadhopping: Go for it! I don’t mind at all, so feel free to thread-jack anything I’m in if it’s possible
Fourthwalling: …I think it’s obligatory that all Vexen’s be constantly told they’re going to die first if they don’t already know, but ask first please. Especially if you want to tell him he’s not real. I won’t mind, but it needs to be done the right way for someone like Vexen.
Offensive subjects: LOLNONE. You can throw whatever you want at me, and I won’t flinch. I should come with a warning sign, rather.
[ IC ]
Hugging this character:
Depends. Vexen’s a very callous man, so his initial reaction will be to go on the defense if he’s not too familiar with your character. If he is familiar with whomever, then his reaction can vary from a patient but awkward silence, to being shoved away out of bitterness.
Kissing this character:
I really wouldn’t try that. Even if he’s familiar with your character, they’re going to get a negative reaction.
Flirting with this character:
Vexen doesn’t believe he’s capable of any emotion, and even so, wants nothing to do with it in lieu of focusing on his studies. Any attempts made at him will be ignored and quite possibly shot down maliciously if he thinks the advances are just stealth insults meant to mock him. If he’s friendly enough with you, he will address it, but civilly so, and let it be.
Fighting with this character:
…LOL. Vexen’s a good fighter once he‘s backed into a corner, sure, but…uh. He’s a coward, so he’ll avoid it at all costs. But you’re welcome to try. Just contact me beforehand so we can work things out.
Injuring this character:
Sure! Vexen can heal his own minor wounds like fractures, cuts and the like, so that’s no problem. If you want to break limbs or ribs, that’s also acceptable. However, if you want to remove limbs or maim him beyond repair, please ask.
Killing this character:
No, not unless the community allows re-spawning. In such case, ask.
Using Telepathy/mind reading abilities on this character:
If your character just wants to get glean what ‘emotions’ Vexen is currently feeling, that’s perfectly fine and you can do so without permission. However, if you want to read his mind, please ask. There’s a maelstrom of information whirling around his head at any given point in time, and he doesn’t like people knowing what he’s thinking until he reveals it himself.
Warnings:
While Vexen can be civil to those he considers himself friendly with, and even grin and bear it if he has to for an amount of time, he’s a very callous and bitter man. If faced with someone assaulting himself in any way, if they start to get past his defenses, he can and will say the most vicious, cutting things that he possibly can. He will take no prisoners. Likewise, he has no moral restraints as a dedicated scientist, so if you have issues with his bitter nature and him talking freely about cloning, creating artificial life, abortion, or anything considered controversial, I suggest you stay away from him.
█ ▌ Four Ethers
█ ▌ Even's Ascot
EYE COLOR: Toxic Green
HAIR COLOR: Blond
HEIGHT: 6' 1"
BUILD: Ectomorphic; lean, tall.
OTHER: Body is aged, thus he tires easier than most others. Thin, but enough muscle mass to serve his own purposes.
CLOTHING:
Vexen wears a standard issue Organization Cloak. However, while the style is the same, each cloak's finer details are altered based on the individual's specifications. His cloak has bell sleeves, but is otherwise very form fitting and is the only one within the Organization that touches the ground. Underneath he wears the standard issue pants and boots, as well as a thin black button-up blouse underneath his cloak.
APPEARANCE:
His head is held high, his shoulders are broad, and he towers over most. Long blond hair curtains his face, obscuring it in his darker moments and framing the sharp angles in moments of triumph. His eyes are a vibrant and venomous green now--the only change from Even to Vexen. Everything else--the high cheek bones, sallow cheeks, angular face and high brows--has remained the same. Even his hair, a dull shade of blond and his slightly pale skin have remained the same.
His body has also retained the same shape. His figure is tall and slender, but noble and aloof. He carries himself with an aristocratic pride, knowing he's among the elite. His limbs are long and his grip is sure, and though Vexen is one of the weaker and more frail members of the Organization, there are ghostly hints of definition upon his figure. What little muscular definition he has comes from his necessity to complete tasks on his own now that he receives little assistance in his endeavors from anyone but Lexaeus and Zexion. And while Vexen can get around his lab with a swift and fell grace, one can't describe Vexen without mentioning his element as well, for his presence is just as cold and unyielding as his element. To watch him work surely incites awe, but it's ruined by the layers of defenses that surround his ego and pride. They're almost palpable after being manipulated and scorned for his lack of success and cowardice in the field for so long.
PERSONALITY:
What you see of Vexen depends entirely upon whom you are and how you treat him.
To those who knew Even, they will know Vexen's indispensable worth. He's a driven man, ever hungry for knowledge, and though he takes more pleasure out of the mere pursuit of the truth, he is always thrilled to uncover the hidden secrets of the universe.
When his sights are set on a goal, not a thing will get in his way. As such, he has a stubborn streak leagues long--human law will not hold him back, because he adheres to his own codes and principles. Likewise, once he has formed an opinion of something, due to said stubborn streak, it's impossible to force him to change his mind. Rather, Vexen must come to alternate conclusions on his own. Regardless, because Vexen is well aware that his experiments pushed the limits of most people's comfort zone, he's always been a very clever and resourceful man, unafraid to twist the truth to slip under the radar and continue his work uninhibited. He'll also even roll his sleeves up and get his hands dirty when the time calls for it, especially now that there are precious few willing to give him the support and assistance he once had in Ansem The Wise's castle. In fact, the scars and burns on his body are testaments to the lengths Vexen is willing to go for the sake of knowledge, using himself as a test subject when both possible, and there are simply no other alternatives.
A majority of those scars, though, come from mis-haps in the lab. Accidents from lack of sleep and nourishment (as Vexen will push his body to the limits, neglecting to eat or sleep when engrossed in his studies) or being startled by bothersome neophytes, it doesn't matter. Despite the possible outcome of said accidents, be they explosions or out-pourings of noxious gas, when alone or surrounded by the few peers he is friendly with, his reactions are swift, calm, and confident. He's capable of taking control of situations using his loud voice or aristocratic, assertive stature and dispel chaos with strict orders, or handle the situation himself without panicking. When surrounded by those he really doesn't like, his aggravation and personal issues sees that he commands less attention and respect by default, which makes situations difficult for him to contain. When control is lost or his temper is sparked, his mouth tends to get ahead of him in the worst of ways.
Vexen's dedication to his work is rivaled by none. He will readily fight sleep and other bodily necessities until his work is done, or at least until he's reached a decent stopping point. With that diligence in mind, he's also an efficient worker in that while he's aware of and abides by his limitations most of the time, he's proficient at handling multiple tasks at once. Likewise, Even and Vexen both are known to regard their endeavors with an objective demeanor. Whether or not the outcome is what he expected or wanted, it is recorded and reported as it is observed. He takes being proven wrong with grace, provided it was he that discovered the proper conclusion and no one makes an attempt to rub his nose in it.
Outside of the work-place, Vexen is a homebody. He doesn't like to go out, nor is he one to socialize much. He has his small ring of companions, and that's that. He would much rather spend a quiet afternoon reading or sitting on the side-lines while others go about their business. If they won't bother him, then he won't bother them. It's also quite clear that Vexen seems to have his routines when it comes to certain tasks, and any change to them quickly irks him. In fact, Vexen dislikes change of any sort unless he's planned and prepared for it, and upon noticing that something isn't as it usually is, he's very likely to grow defensive until it's brought back to its original state or he's gotten used to it. Concerning reporting the fruit of his labors and when dealing with the few people within his small ring of companions, he's an honest man capable of offering advice and assistance when necessary. He's a loyal companion once his respect and trust is earned, but he's quick to pick up on abuse of his nature and withdraw entirely.
However. This is Even and Vexen's personality. This is who he is at the very, very well-protected core, underneath his outer facade. To realize Vexen's positive attributes, one must earn his respect and camaraderie, which is no easy task. Then, one must go a step farther and be patient enough to observe and decipher his true motives and intentions, for Vexen habitually tries to obscure the views one gets of his true personality due to his natural defenses. This leads most to think of him in a negative light.
What most people see of Vexen is very different from what lies at his center.
Vexen is a creature of immense pride with a fragile ego. While he knows that his work is of immense relevance, he can take criticism harshly if it's not presented in a logical manner. He's embittered and callous, and he's constantly on the defense, unwilling to accept anything as a simple compliment unless it's coming from a trusted companion
He's been embittered by years of neglect and scorn from the inferior members of the Organization. Vexen is easily akin to an old lion, knocked from his throne. The insults, chastising, pestering and other such techniques have begun to wear on his old soul, and despite having no heart, he seems to exhibit the symptoms of a calloused and afflicted individual. H's quick to catch onto an insult, and he's always wary of compliments, expecting them to be subtle insults to the greatness he knows he's capable of.
Vexen has monumental patience, and is capable of controlling his tongue and keeping his cool for a while, but with enough antagonizing and if the right buttons are pushed, he will snap and indulge in his pretenses. Though Vexen knows he has no heart and all reactions are memories or what he expects his reactions to be, he doesn't care. He just wants to hurt them in any way he can. He can and will say the most cutting things, sparing nothing. Did you tell Vexen you're sensitive about the fact that your mother died of cancer? Oh, and you thought you'd set him off? Well be prepared, because by the time he's done, he's going to make you believe her death was your fault and that you don't deserve the time of day from anyone for it. And also insult your general incompetence.
This leads to the fact that Vexen is also a highly vindictive individual. He has an excellent memory, not just when it comes to numbers, formulas, and the periodic table of elements. He never forgets a wrong against him, no matter how long it's been or how small it was. He will harbor that slight until he has the opportunity to pay it back double. This also works both ways--he never forgets when someone goes out of their way to assist him, and will also make subtle efforts to place whomever in a favorable position. Regardless, he's a clever man, and when wronged, his stubborn nature is unrelenting. His most utilized form of revenge is via passive aggressive means. Insults, remarks, or strange incidents that occur for strange or inexplicable reasons.
If that fails, he will take more direct routes, especially if someone calls him out on his efforts and challenges his competence or his efforts in general. They will be met head on, and Vexen will argue until he's blue in the face if need be to prove how wrong they are. The bluffs he makes are typically grand in design, and while he does have the means to back up his bluffs if given the proper amount of time, he's always called on them. Since his mouth typically does get ahead of him, the others know he's more bark than bite most of the time, though when called on it and challenged, Vexen will make every effort to come through with shining colors to prove whomever wrong. When he does, he promptly rubs their nose right in his success. When he fails, he brushes it off and acts as though it didn't happen, getting bitter and defensive when his failure is pointed out to him.
He constantly belittles others, talking down to them as though he's better, because he honestly knows he is better than them, and those that know him best from his days as Even will often agree. His arrogance knows no bounds, and tends to use it as a crutch. His insults and condescending remarks are mostly said to boost his own broken and fragile ego, as well as to validate himself in the eyes of himself and those around him. It's as though he has the Napoleon Syndrome without being small of stature.
This arrogance is also a means of gaining respect. Vexen desires the respect he once had as Ansem's top apprentice, and he struggles to obtain it, referrin to his numerical rank often as though it would force others to bow to him. The fact that Marluxia is able to so easily command respect from his peers frustrates him to no end, and he's constantly trying to out-do Marluxia, though Eleven always seems to turn his plans around on him, which makes him want to kill motherfucking puppies. The others sense Vexen's desperation in his attempts to obtain respect and taunt him for it moreso, furthering him from his goals and aspirations.
█ ▌Cryokinesis
Vexen is skilled in the art of manipulating ice. So much so that it takes far less effort for him to utilize ice than it would darkness, his curative element, and his shield. In battle, he relies heavily on clever usage of his element, creating spears of ice from the ground, slick patches, massive weapons he can swing with ease, and even full-scaled blizzards and white-outs. Due to his element, Vexen seems most at ease in chilly environments, and tires more quickly in arid climates. He can easily chill a room, dropping the temperature to deadly levels so quickly, metal becomes brittle. An inner blizzard of sorts also rages, so he's sometimes cool to the touch, but only when he wishes to be.
Vexen can suffer from the effects of hypothermia, but he'd have to be exposed to lower temperatures than what normal people can tolerate for longer periods of time before he did.
█ ▌Telekinesis
Vexen, like other members of the Organization, exhibit the ability to draw thrown weapons back to him. When thrown, his shield will return to him. If it's path is obstructed or his shield is caught, he can simply dismiss his shield and re-summon it into his own hands.
He does technically float in Re: CoM, but unless it's for the lulz, I disregard that.
█ ▌ Darkness
As a nobody, Vexen has no heart. He's merely a body and soul. He freely wields darkness and utilizes it in a number of practical ways. First and foremost is the corridor of darkness, a convenient means of travel from point A to point B. He frequently uses these portals to retrieve or quickly transport his tools, subjects, and materials. He also stores some things within very out-of-the-way coordinates within Oblivion.
█ ▌ Duality
Before KH Days, Vexen was the only member of Organization XIII seen explicitly healing himself. One would assume that due to his advancing age and more fragile state as a homebody (compared to some of the more athletically built members) that he was allowed dominion of the curative magics. As such, he can cast Cure on himself, which heals most small wounds and larger cuts, and dispel minor, early-stage infections. Cura would heal fractures, internal inflammation and wounds, as well as moderate infections of the bacterial sort. Curaga, which is the most strenuous on his energy reserves, can repair broken bones, heavily damaged tissue, small-scale nerve damage, and severe infections.
However, his status as a scientist sees that he prefers not to use these magics outside of a confrontational situation, or if the situation isn't dire enough. Vexen would much rather approach injuries in a traditional manner, as most doctors would. The use of magics causes the body's natural defenses and mechanisms to become dependent upon the magics and weaken over time, much like the use of antibiotics would.
█ ▌ Survival Instinct
Given Vexen's secondary element, if incapacitated to the point where escape is strenuous even with the use of portals, Vexen's body will cast restorative magics with or without his command--just enough to allow him to escape with his life. Should he manage an escape and be near death, in the absence of medical aid, his body will shut down into a comatose state, maintain stasis, and begin restoration for undisclosed amounts of time.
█ ▌ Scientific Prowess
He's a smart man. Seriously, he's a fucking genius. He can talk circles around anyone except Zexion and Xemnas without even trying. And he's fluent in latin. Challenge his knowledge if you dare. He will literally keep arguing until you are somehow pwnt. That said, he functions as the Organization's doctor, certified to diagnose and treat medical illnesses. As such, he performs thorough quarterly physicals and maintains detailed folders of each member's health records, right down to eating habits and individual circadian rhythms. He's also quite capable of most minor operations such as re-aligning broken bones, repairing torn muscles and internal injuries or afflictions to organs, though he's more used to opening up cadavers, so let that count as your warning.
However, his true genius lies in his studies of the heart and all matters pertaining to it. Given the described fascination with Xehanort's inquiries and his own sensitivity to the light of Ven's heart, Even can arguably be nearly on par with Xehanort, falling short only because he lacked a keyblade with which to conduct his studies. As for other areas of intelligence, while Vexen is far from being the chessmaster Xemnas is, he's quite capable of manipulation within his own rights.
█ ▌ Scoprio Traits
Though not technically counted as an ability, Vexen is highly intuitive. His life's work depends upon his ability to pick up on minute details and unravel their mysteries with as much accuracy as possible. This skill extends to humans. Vexen is privy to a number of secret projects within the Organization, as well as the status of the traitors, but this information was given to him, as he's hardly a gossip, and doesn't keep too close of an eye on the politics of the Organization unless told to.
However. Despite not being a gossip, when Vexen is on the defense due to an injured ego or sense of pride, he can make comments that will hit very close to home. He will say them, and when he notices he hit a tender spot, he will proceed to rip you a new one. Why? Because he's vindictive and holds virulent grudges for years, and he wants to injure your psyche as much as you injured his. Even if he doesn't hit a tender spot, his stare is piercing and intimidating, a common trait of those with strong Scorpio connections. Of course..you'll quickly learn that Vexen's bark is worse than his bite a majority of the time.
viiinote }CHARACTER NAME: Vexen, The Chilly Academic
CANON POINT: Posthumous, unaware of events after his death.
AGE: 45
GENDER: Male
SEXUAL ORIENTATION: Undisclosed
BIRTHDATE: May 17th
WESTERN ZODIAC: Taurus, Ascending Scorpio
BIRTHPLACE: Radiant Gardens
PALETTE: Pasta ; spicy, sour, bitter
[ OOC ]
Backtagging: I live in past threads, so go for it! If it’s old and you’re picking it up again though, just lemme know so I know where it came from.
Threadhopping: Go for it! I don’t mind at all, so feel free to thread-jack anything I’m in if it’s possible
Fourthwalling: …I think it’s obligatory that all Vexen’s be constantly told they’re going to die first if they don’t already know, but ask first please. Especially if you want to tell him he’s not real. I won’t mind, but it needs to be done the right way for someone like Vexen.
Offensive subjects: LOLNONE. You can throw whatever you want at me, and I won’t flinch. I should come with a warning sign, rather.
[ IC ]
Hugging this character:
Depends. Vexen’s a very callous man, so his initial reaction will be to go on the defense if he’s not too familiar with your character. If he is familiar with whomever, then his reaction can vary from a patient but awkward silence, to being shoved away out of bitterness.
Kissing this character:
I really wouldn’t try that. Even if he’s familiar with your character, they’re going to get a negative reaction.
Flirting with this character:
Vexen doesn’t believe he’s capable of any emotion, and even so, wants nothing to do with it in lieu of focusing on his studies. Any attempts made at him will be ignored and quite possibly shot down maliciously if he thinks the advances are just stealth insults meant to mock him. If he’s friendly enough with you, he will address it, but civilly so, and let it be.
Fighting with this character:
…LOL. Vexen’s a good fighter once he‘s backed into a corner, sure, but…uh. He’s a coward, so he’ll avoid it at all costs. But you’re welcome to try. Just contact me beforehand so we can work things out.
Injuring this character:
Sure! Vexen can heal his own minor wounds like fractures, cuts and the like, so that’s no problem. If you want to break limbs or ribs, that’s also acceptable. However, if you want to remove limbs or maim him beyond repair, please ask.
Killing this character:
No, not unless the community allows re-spawning. In such case, ask.
Using Telepathy/mind reading abilities on this character:
If your character just wants to get glean what ‘emotions’ Vexen is currently feeling, that’s perfectly fine and you can do so without permission. However, if you want to read his mind, please ask. There’s a maelstrom of information whirling around his head at any given point in time, and he doesn’t like people knowing what he’s thinking until he reveals it himself.
Warnings:
While Vexen can be civil to those he considers himself friendly with, and even grin and bear it if he has to for an amount of time, he’s a very callous and bitter man. If faced with someone assaulting himself in any way, if they start to get past his defenses, he can and will say the most vicious, cutting things that he possibly can. He will take no prisoners. Likewise, he has no moral restraints as a dedicated scientist, so if you have issues with his bitter nature and him talking freely about cloning, creating artificial life, abortion, or anything considered controversial, I suggest you stay away from him.
{ ❄ } INVENTORY
█ ▌ Four Ethers
█ ▌ Even's Ascot
{ ❄ } INFORMATION
HAIR COLOR: Blond
HEIGHT: 6' 1"
BUILD: Ectomorphic; lean, tall.
OTHER: Body is aged, thus he tires easier than most others. Thin, but enough muscle mass to serve his own purposes.
CLOTHING:
Vexen wears a standard issue Organization Cloak. However, while the style is the same, each cloak's finer details are altered based on the individual's specifications. His cloak has bell sleeves, but is otherwise very form fitting and is the only one within the Organization that touches the ground. Underneath he wears the standard issue pants and boots, as well as a thin black button-up blouse underneath his cloak.
APPEARANCE:
His head is held high, his shoulders are broad, and he towers over most. Long blond hair curtains his face, obscuring it in his darker moments and framing the sharp angles in moments of triumph. His eyes are a vibrant and venomous green now--the only change from Even to Vexen. Everything else--the high cheek bones, sallow cheeks, angular face and high brows--has remained the same. Even his hair, a dull shade of blond and his slightly pale skin have remained the same.
His body has also retained the same shape. His figure is tall and slender, but noble and aloof. He carries himself with an aristocratic pride, knowing he's among the elite. His limbs are long and his grip is sure, and though Vexen is one of the weaker and more frail members of the Organization, there are ghostly hints of definition upon his figure. What little muscular definition he has comes from his necessity to complete tasks on his own now that he receives little assistance in his endeavors from anyone but Lexaeus and Zexion. And while Vexen can get around his lab with a swift and fell grace, one can't describe Vexen without mentioning his element as well, for his presence is just as cold and unyielding as his element. To watch him work surely incites awe, but it's ruined by the layers of defenses that surround his ego and pride. They're almost palpable after being manipulated and scorned for his lack of success and cowardice in the field for so long.
PERSONALITY:
What you see of Vexen depends entirely upon whom you are and how you treat him.
To those who knew Even, they will know Vexen's indispensable worth. He's a driven man, ever hungry for knowledge, and though he takes more pleasure out of the mere pursuit of the truth, he is always thrilled to uncover the hidden secrets of the universe.
When his sights are set on a goal, not a thing will get in his way. As such, he has a stubborn streak leagues long--human law will not hold him back, because he adheres to his own codes and principles. Likewise, once he has formed an opinion of something, due to said stubborn streak, it's impossible to force him to change his mind. Rather, Vexen must come to alternate conclusions on his own. Regardless, because Vexen is well aware that his experiments pushed the limits of most people's comfort zone, he's always been a very clever and resourceful man, unafraid to twist the truth to slip under the radar and continue his work uninhibited. He'll also even roll his sleeves up and get his hands dirty when the time calls for it, especially now that there are precious few willing to give him the support and assistance he once had in Ansem The Wise's castle. In fact, the scars and burns on his body are testaments to the lengths Vexen is willing to go for the sake of knowledge, using himself as a test subject when both possible, and there are simply no other alternatives.
A majority of those scars, though, come from mis-haps in the lab. Accidents from lack of sleep and nourishment (as Vexen will push his body to the limits, neglecting to eat or sleep when engrossed in his studies) or being startled by bothersome neophytes, it doesn't matter. Despite the possible outcome of said accidents, be they explosions or out-pourings of noxious gas, when alone or surrounded by the few peers he is friendly with, his reactions are swift, calm, and confident. He's capable of taking control of situations using his loud voice or aristocratic, assertive stature and dispel chaos with strict orders, or handle the situation himself without panicking. When surrounded by those he really doesn't like, his aggravation and personal issues sees that he commands less attention and respect by default, which makes situations difficult for him to contain. When control is lost or his temper is sparked, his mouth tends to get ahead of him in the worst of ways.
Vexen's dedication to his work is rivaled by none. He will readily fight sleep and other bodily necessities until his work is done, or at least until he's reached a decent stopping point. With that diligence in mind, he's also an efficient worker in that while he's aware of and abides by his limitations most of the time, he's proficient at handling multiple tasks at once. Likewise, Even and Vexen both are known to regard their endeavors with an objective demeanor. Whether or not the outcome is what he expected or wanted, it is recorded and reported as it is observed. He takes being proven wrong with grace, provided it was he that discovered the proper conclusion and no one makes an attempt to rub his nose in it.
Outside of the work-place, Vexen is a homebody. He doesn't like to go out, nor is he one to socialize much. He has his small ring of companions, and that's that. He would much rather spend a quiet afternoon reading or sitting on the side-lines while others go about their business. If they won't bother him, then he won't bother them. It's also quite clear that Vexen seems to have his routines when it comes to certain tasks, and any change to them quickly irks him. In fact, Vexen dislikes change of any sort unless he's planned and prepared for it, and upon noticing that something isn't as it usually is, he's very likely to grow defensive until it's brought back to its original state or he's gotten used to it. Concerning reporting the fruit of his labors and when dealing with the few people within his small ring of companions, he's an honest man capable of offering advice and assistance when necessary. He's a loyal companion once his respect and trust is earned, but he's quick to pick up on abuse of his nature and withdraw entirely.
However. This is Even and Vexen's personality. This is who he is at the very, very well-protected core, underneath his outer facade. To realize Vexen's positive attributes, one must earn his respect and camaraderie, which is no easy task. Then, one must go a step farther and be patient enough to observe and decipher his true motives and intentions, for Vexen habitually tries to obscure the views one gets of his true personality due to his natural defenses. This leads most to think of him in a negative light.
What most people see of Vexen is very different from what lies at his center.
Vexen is a creature of immense pride with a fragile ego. While he knows that his work is of immense relevance, he can take criticism harshly if it's not presented in a logical manner. He's embittered and callous, and he's constantly on the defense, unwilling to accept anything as a simple compliment unless it's coming from a trusted companion
He's been embittered by years of neglect and scorn from the inferior members of the Organization. Vexen is easily akin to an old lion, knocked from his throne. The insults, chastising, pestering and other such techniques have begun to wear on his old soul, and despite having no heart, he seems to exhibit the symptoms of a calloused and afflicted individual. H's quick to catch onto an insult, and he's always wary of compliments, expecting them to be subtle insults to the greatness he knows he's capable of.
Vexen has monumental patience, and is capable of controlling his tongue and keeping his cool for a while, but with enough antagonizing and if the right buttons are pushed, he will snap and indulge in his pretenses. Though Vexen knows he has no heart and all reactions are memories or what he expects his reactions to be, he doesn't care. He just wants to hurt them in any way he can. He can and will say the most cutting things, sparing nothing. Did you tell Vexen you're sensitive about the fact that your mother died of cancer? Oh, and you thought you'd set him off? Well be prepared, because by the time he's done, he's going to make you believe her death was your fault and that you don't deserve the time of day from anyone for it. And also insult your general incompetence.
This leads to the fact that Vexen is also a highly vindictive individual. He has an excellent memory, not just when it comes to numbers, formulas, and the periodic table of elements. He never forgets a wrong against him, no matter how long it's been or how small it was. He will harbor that slight until he has the opportunity to pay it back double. This also works both ways--he never forgets when someone goes out of their way to assist him, and will also make subtle efforts to place whomever in a favorable position. Regardless, he's a clever man, and when wronged, his stubborn nature is unrelenting. His most utilized form of revenge is via passive aggressive means. Insults, remarks, or strange incidents that occur for strange or inexplicable reasons.
If that fails, he will take more direct routes, especially if someone calls him out on his efforts and challenges his competence or his efforts in general. They will be met head on, and Vexen will argue until he's blue in the face if need be to prove how wrong they are. The bluffs he makes are typically grand in design, and while he does have the means to back up his bluffs if given the proper amount of time, he's always called on them. Since his mouth typically does get ahead of him, the others know he's more bark than bite most of the time, though when called on it and challenged, Vexen will make every effort to come through with shining colors to prove whomever wrong. When he does, he promptly rubs their nose right in his success. When he fails, he brushes it off and acts as though it didn't happen, getting bitter and defensive when his failure is pointed out to him.
He constantly belittles others, talking down to them as though he's better, because he honestly knows he is better than them, and those that know him best from his days as Even will often agree. His arrogance knows no bounds, and tends to use it as a crutch. His insults and condescending remarks are mostly said to boost his own broken and fragile ego, as well as to validate himself in the eyes of himself and those around him. It's as though he has the Napoleon Syndrome without being small of stature.
This arrogance is also a means of gaining respect. Vexen desires the respect he once had as Ansem's top apprentice, and he struggles to obtain it, referrin to his numerical rank often as though it would force others to bow to him. The fact that Marluxia is able to so easily command respect from his peers frustrates him to no end, and he's constantly trying to out-do Marluxia, though Eleven always seems to turn his plans around on him, which makes him want to kill motherfucking puppies. The others sense Vexen's desperation in his attempts to obtain respect and taunt him for it moreso, furthering him from his goals and aspirations.
{ ❄ } ABILITIES
Vexen is skilled in the art of manipulating ice. So much so that it takes far less effort for him to utilize ice than it would darkness, his curative element, and his shield. In battle, he relies heavily on clever usage of his element, creating spears of ice from the ground, slick patches, massive weapons he can swing with ease, and even full-scaled blizzards and white-outs. Due to his element, Vexen seems most at ease in chilly environments, and tires more quickly in arid climates. He can easily chill a room, dropping the temperature to deadly levels so quickly, metal becomes brittle. An inner blizzard of sorts also rages, so he's sometimes cool to the touch, but only when he wishes to be.
Vexen can suffer from the effects of hypothermia, but he'd have to be exposed to lower temperatures than what normal people can tolerate for longer periods of time before he did.
█ ▌Telekinesis
Vexen, like other members of the Organization, exhibit the ability to draw thrown weapons back to him. When thrown, his shield will return to him. If it's path is obstructed or his shield is caught, he can simply dismiss his shield and re-summon it into his own hands.
He does technically float in Re: CoM, but unless it's for the lulz, I disregard that.
█ ▌ Darkness
As a nobody, Vexen has no heart. He's merely a body and soul. He freely wields darkness and utilizes it in a number of practical ways. First and foremost is the corridor of darkness, a convenient means of travel from point A to point B. He frequently uses these portals to retrieve or quickly transport his tools, subjects, and materials. He also stores some things within very out-of-the-way coordinates within Oblivion.
█ ▌ Duality
Before KH Days, Vexen was the only member of Organization XIII seen explicitly healing himself. One would assume that due to his advancing age and more fragile state as a homebody (compared to some of the more athletically built members) that he was allowed dominion of the curative magics. As such, he can cast Cure on himself, which heals most small wounds and larger cuts, and dispel minor, early-stage infections. Cura would heal fractures, internal inflammation and wounds, as well as moderate infections of the bacterial sort. Curaga, which is the most strenuous on his energy reserves, can repair broken bones, heavily damaged tissue, small-scale nerve damage, and severe infections.
However, his status as a scientist sees that he prefers not to use these magics outside of a confrontational situation, or if the situation isn't dire enough. Vexen would much rather approach injuries in a traditional manner, as most doctors would. The use of magics causes the body's natural defenses and mechanisms to become dependent upon the magics and weaken over time, much like the use of antibiotics would.
█ ▌ Survival Instinct
Given Vexen's secondary element, if incapacitated to the point where escape is strenuous even with the use of portals, Vexen's body will cast restorative magics with or without his command--just enough to allow him to escape with his life. Should he manage an escape and be near death, in the absence of medical aid, his body will shut down into a comatose state, maintain stasis, and begin restoration for undisclosed amounts of time.
█ ▌ Scientific Prowess
He's a smart man. Seriously, he's a fucking genius. He can talk circles around anyone except Zexion and Xemnas without even trying. And he's fluent in latin. Challenge his knowledge if you dare. He will literally keep arguing until you are somehow pwnt. That said, he functions as the Organization's doctor, certified to diagnose and treat medical illnesses. As such, he performs thorough quarterly physicals and maintains detailed folders of each member's health records, right down to eating habits and individual circadian rhythms. He's also quite capable of most minor operations such as re-aligning broken bones, repairing torn muscles and internal injuries or afflictions to organs, though he's more used to opening up cadavers, so let that count as your warning.
However, his true genius lies in his studies of the heart and all matters pertaining to it. Given the described fascination with Xehanort's inquiries and his own sensitivity to the light of Ven's heart, Even can arguably be nearly on par with Xehanort, falling short only because he lacked a keyblade with which to conduct his studies. As for other areas of intelligence, while Vexen is far from being the chessmaster Xemnas is, he's quite capable of manipulation within his own rights.
█ ▌ Scoprio Traits
Though not technically counted as an ability, Vexen is highly intuitive. His life's work depends upon his ability to pick up on minute details and unravel their mysteries with as much accuracy as possible. This skill extends to humans. Vexen is privy to a number of secret projects within the Organization, as well as the status of the traitors, but this information was given to him, as he's hardly a gossip, and doesn't keep too close of an eye on the politics of the Organization unless told to.
However. Despite not being a gossip, when Vexen is on the defense due to an injured ego or sense of pride, he can make comments that will hit very close to home. He will say them, and when he notices he hit a tender spot, he will proceed to rip you a new one. Why? Because he's vindictive and holds virulent grudges for years, and he wants to injure your psyche as much as you injured his. Even if he doesn't hit a tender spot, his stare is piercing and intimidating, a common trait of those with strong Scorpio connections. Of course..you'll quickly learn that Vexen's bark is worse than his bite a majority of the time.
{ ❄ } WEAPONRY & MAGICS
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Tester Zero テスター・ゼロ | Product One プロダクト・ワン | Deep Freeze リフリジレイタ | Cryolite Shield クレオライトシールド | False Theory ファルスセオリー | Glacier グレイシャー | Absolute Zero アブソリュート・ゼロ | Gunz ギュンツ | Mindel ミンデル | Snowslide スノウスライド | Iceberg アイスバーグ | Inquisition リサーチャー |
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| Scrutiny エクスペリメント | Empiricism クローズドツール | Edification ラボラトリー | Contrivance コントライバンス | Würm ウルム | Subzero サブ・ゼロ | Cold Blood コールドブラッド | Diamond Shield ダイヤモンドシールド | Aegis シールドオブイージス | Frozen Pride フリーズプライド | Pot Lid ポットリッド | Snowman スノウマン |