Post by Kenneth Steinberg on Jan 23, 2010 18:50:13 GMT
Kenneth Steinberg
"Haven’t you heard? I’m the new Cancer and I’ve never looked better..."
Nickname(s): Ken, Kenny...or Ken-chan (used only by the earl, much to ken's chagrin)
Nationality: British (German/British)
DOB: October 9th 1987
Age:
26
Gender: Male
Sexuality: Bi-curious
Alliance: Millennium earl, Noah family
Job: Doctor/Noah
Appearance:
Height: 6 foot
Eye Colour: green/brown
Hair colour: reddy/brown
he wears his red/brown hair Long, with it falling mid way down his shoulders at the back and at the sides just in line above his chin, usually tucked behind his ears. On occasions it may be pulled back in a loose ponytail. The braid that once descended down his right cheek has recently been removed, as it was somewhat impractical for a doctor. A pair of warm and intelligent eyes are framed by his hair and defined, symmetrical European features usually wearing a boyish grin. His face is slim and healthy with a complexion that, whilst not pale, is as tanned as a British winter will allow.
At 6 foot there are few people who Ken finds himself looking up to. Broad with a build that is slim, but athletic from his love of exercise, extreme sports and anything that physically challenges him. A fast metabolism allows him to devour large amounts of food whilst putting on no extra weight.
His dress is split into two distinct styles. In his "light" human form Ken will usually dress in modern, blue medical scrubs whillst working at the hospital. When not in the hospital or on call he usually lounges around in comfortable grey jeans, a slim fit hoody, T-shirt or casual shirt (with a preference for greens and browns, but tends to wear most colours...apart from red) and a pair of Karrimor trainers.
In his "Dark" form, as with all Noah, Ken's face becomes an ashen grey, his hair jet black and eyes a cold, unnatural topaz. A line of dark, cross-shaped stigmata mar the flesh of his forehead. As a Noah Ken felt that if you were going to kill an exorcist, you might as well do it whilst looking good. So when meeting the Earl, his Noah siblings or on a mission Ken will abandon colour and wear a white dress shirt, grey/black waist coat, black trousers, a pair of expensive shoes and either a long, black suit jacket or a jet black hooded jacket with an oriental silver dragon snaking over one sleeve. He also possesses a pair of white fitted gloves, a present from the Earl for his 4th year as a Noah. His usually warm and friendly grin and mannerisms are replaced by a cold, sadistic sneer and a cruel sense of humour.
Personality:
Like his predecessor and many of his kin, Ken is a man defined (and plagued) by two polar opposite mindsets. In his light form Ken is a relaxed and social individual, never having troubling at finding friends. He spends most of his time relaxed, with little outwardly fazing him and a sense of calm seeming to emanate from him. When being serious a frown will crease his brow and he will tend to weigh his words carefully before speaking. However he can usually be seen with a warm smile or a boyish lopsided grin. In this form his empathetic and caring nature extends to most humans, as it would be hard to carry out his job otherwise. Ken would never harm a human in this form, as he genuinely cares for their well being, leaving the violence and death to his “other self”. His hatred towards innocence and exorcists is also held in check, being more likely to challenge them to game of poker than to kill them. He is very protective of his human friends and distances himself from them, so as to keep them far away from his life as a Noah. Most think of Ken as a good man, none knowing the darkness that sleeps underneath.
Several aspects of his personality carry over to his "dark" form, his calmness and serenity, his keen observation and intellect. As a Noah Ken's attachment to humans still remains. He will find any way possible to limit the number of casulaties from his missions, sometimes prohibiting his Akum from attacking humans altogether. He uses the excuse that a lower death count is a sign of his skill and precision and will be less likely to attract exorcists. However if directly ordered to kill humans, or if a situation arises where killing humans will futher the mission, he will not hesitate. His feelings towards the Exorcists however are different, maintaining only a facade of kindess to throw them off guard. Here ken gives into the urges and emotion of the Noah within and he has to admit, he likes the freedom that comes with them. He will attack an exorcist and take enjoyment in demoralising and breaking their spirits before killing them. Possessing a sadistic, cold nature towards the Black Order he will usually prolong an exorcist demise and force them to play games, usually where they have litlle chance of winning. Most who know Ken would not recognise him as Noah, such is the difference in the two forms.
Likes: Any winter weather (especially snow), all forms of rock music, reading fiction, personal space, good food, occasions to dressing smart and naivety (makes it all the more fun to break).
Dislikes: Brokers, rudeness, ignorance, the church-including the black order and Martyr complexes.
Interests/Hobbies: Reading, Basketball, Football, Poker, Ken-do, Wushu, Rock climbing and breaking exorcists.
Strengths: Strength, agility, stamina, deception, Noah abilities, level headedness, quick-thinking and coversation skills.
Weaknesses: Innocence, a pretty face, gambling, duality, his continued attachment to humans, his resistance to being fully awakened.
Level of education: Bachelor of Medicine
Languages spoken: English and German
The Noah- Truly named: Joyd
Date Awakened: January 2008
Memory: Pleasure (specialty: Matter)
Abilities:
“Choose”: This Noah is capable of selectively interacting with the space around him. He can defy gravity, walk on water, phase through solid mass, and create giant vacuums by rejecting the existence of space around him. Can pass through any matter, except that which is fused with innocence. (note Reject can only be used 2-3 times a thread, due to the strain of maintaining the vacuum, covers a sphere with a 4.4 metre diameter)
Teez: Flesh eating golems designed in the shape of a butterfly by the Earl for Kenneth's predecessor, Tyki Mikk. The more they eat, the more they replicate. They can also be implanted within a human, whom they will consume when ordered via their link with Kenneth. Can be used both offensively and defensively by morphing into swords, throwing knives, and a shield. Consist of several levels:
1- A large number small dark matter Teez are released, swarming at the enemy. It is these teez that are used to morph into other weapons.
2- 3-4 Larger Teez are produced that shoot balls of dark matter at Ken's victim. Usually used to eat the organ of an immobilised target.
3- A swarm of Large Teez are released, surrounding the target and simultaneously fire balls of dark energy (can only be used 4-5 times per thread)
Akuma Control:All Akuma within a 100 square miles will follow the telepathic orders of this Noah without question or regard for their own safety, ignoring what ever personal directives they may have. This level of control can only be superseded by the Earl.
Full awakening: Yet to occur. Ken can not transform into his fully awakened Noah.
History:
Born into a well off family Ken's life was fairly normal, untouched by supernatural phenomena or secret wars. His German mother and British father would dote on him as the eldest. He would attend the local primary school before being granted entry into a nearby grammar school, where he would strive academically and become one of many high achievers in his class. A rather serious and slightly distant personality at the start of secondary education would give way to a more confident, relaxed and sociable individual, which was partially down to his academic continued success, but was also down to the influence of his closest friend, who was sometimes a little too laid back.
From the ages of 14-18 he would take part in several expeditions centred on extreme sports activities, climbing a mountain and crossing a glacier in the Swiss Alps, rock climbing in France and hiking around Croatia. These appealed to Kenneth’s adventurous spirit, his love of anything that left him physically exhausted and quenched his thirst to push himself and compete. It would eventually be these qualities, along with his fascination with human biology and an outgoing and caring personality, which would lead Kenneth to consider a career as a doctor. With this in mind he would gain grades that were sufficient to begin a Medical Degree at his chosen University.
University was a completely new experience. The sudden freedom and life away from his family would take a while to adjust to. However, his cool-headed and sociable personality would soon gather him a group of good friends. He would enjoy the same activities that any other student would; drinking games, a burning liver, partying long into the night and various one night stands. He was having the time of his life, and this was where he thought his life truly began. He had been wrong.
It began the Christmas before the year 2008. Ken would begin to suffer from blinding pains that would cause him to lose consciousness. These bouts were initially rare. But the closer he came to his exams in January the more frequent they became, accompanied by vivid dreams of suffering and the world ablaze. However the worst was still to come.
The night after the exams they all partied and Ken drank too much. Stumbling back to their house he and his friends collapsed into their respective rooms. Hours later they would be woken by Ken's screams of pain and would find him thrashing uncontrollably on the floor of his room, crimson streaming from his eyes, nose and a series of mysterious cross shaped wounds on his forehead. The doctors at the hospital would be at a loss, the sedative they used didn't work and Ken's cries filled the ward.
"... My head!...stop it,STOP IT!"...
The best they could do was to strap him to the bed. The sheer vividness and speed, at which the dreams bombarded his mind, drove it to near insanity. He could feel his grip on reality slipping and had all but lost hope...that was when the Earl had appeared. Like an apparition he came from thin air and placed a cooling hand on Ken's forehead. The memories slowed into a coherent stream and for the first time in a while he could think straight. For what seemed like hours they simply stood like that, Ken watching the memories of his predecessor slowly flowing past, taking all the information he could. Eventually the Earl removed his hand. Ken wept. They then spoke, Ken hanging on to every word the Earl said, a strange connection drawing him in. The Earl then left the young man with a decision.
Two days later Ken checked out of the hospital. It would be a week before he saw the Earl again. A week of trying to live with humans, trying to regain the life he had lost. But things had changed; he could see the truth behind the lies of the world. The next day he would move out in to an apartment by himself. That night he slipping into his new grey visage and he met the Earl down a side alley...that was answer enough. He now belonged to the Noah.
Historically the Noah of pleasure has always encountered problems with their identity as Noah. They resist their awakening, suppressing the Noah within. Despite his loyalty to his Noah Family, Ken still remains connected to his human friends, family and his old life. Torn between what he has become and who he used to be, living both sides of the coin, light and dark.
Ken would go on to finish his course with distinction and is now a well known Doctor and medical researcher, with no one aware of his dual identity. His position grants him valuable power and social standing all of which he uses to further the Earls goals. Ironically, thanks to the Earls machinations, he also holds a place on the UN paranormal team that works alongside the Black Order, checking to ensure they maintain basic human rights. He is over due to carry out an inspection.
Family:
Biological:
Mother: Sandra Steinberg <alive>
Father: Alan Steinberg deceased < 10/12/11>
Siblings: Younger brother: Elliot Steinberg <alive>
The Noah family:
Patriarch: The Earl
Siblings/nieces/nephews etc: other Noah
Other:
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Player name: Ken
How would you prefer we contact you? PM or email is fine.
Codeword: Candy.
RP Experience: Approx 3 years
