"I'll be waiting."
John, heir to the Lava throne and one of Claide's closest friends, is a stubborn, warm-hearted Monster who refuses to let the weight of the world keep him down. Despite being raised under the rule of his tyrannical father, William, John chose to forge his own path, eventually leaving his home behind rather than becoming the kind of ruler he despised. His fiery nature and chaotic sense of humor often hide just how deeply he cares for the people around him. Above all else, John is fiercely loyal, especially toward Claide, whom he has stood beside since they first met during the Eclipse. Their friendship has survived war, distance and more hardship than either of them should have had to endure. Even after death, John refuses to let go. In Nixt, John clings desperately to the life he left behind. His body may be gone, his strength may be fading and years may have passed, but he refuses to believe that this story is over.
ALIAS John
SPECIES Lava Monster
COLONY The Lava Monsters
AGE 24
BIRTHDAY 30-12-1998
WEIGHT 9 kg
HEIGHT 14 cm
John used to sport a sleek, slightly side-swept black hairstyle that hints at a brooding, almost emo edge. His deep black eyes glow with vivid red irises. A black bunny-shaped badge, embedded in a golden ring, adorns his right pointer finger, a small but iconic mark of his identity. Broad shoulders and sculpted arms showcase his incredible strength, while his toned abs speak to years of discipline and physical prowess. Black nail polish and matching earrings complement his dark aesthetic. He dresses in a black zip-up hoodie with bunny ears and red accents, layered over a gray shirt and paired with black pants and a subtle bunny tail. His black shoes feature red Velcro accents, completing a look that is both practical and expressive. His sharp jaw houses white, well-kept bunny teeth, completing his distinctive appearance. But now John's core is all that remains of him, it appears as a heavy, blackened and charred rock, with glowing cracks of magma running through its surface. A distinct impact mark mars the stone. The deep indentation of William's claw remains embedded in the core, including a clear impression of his thumb where he crushed it.
CARBON MANIPULATION
John can control carbon in his environment, allowing him to materialize objects, reshape his own form and even regenerate injuries. The more carbon available, the stronger his abilities. Complex constructs, such as clones, are unstable and often crumble into ash.
SCYTHE
John's magic item is a scythe.
TELEPORTATION
John can instantly transport himself to another location, leaving behind fading ash particles. Colder environments or a drop in his body temperature make teleportation more difficult.
WITHERING
By touching someone, John can induce a withering effect that turns skin into hard, ashy material. If left untreated, it can spread and become lethal as it'll cause the affected area to crumble.
UNWAVERING
Unlike others of his kind, John can continue fighting even at dangerously low temperatures that would normally immobilize or kill. When this occurs, his appearance shifts to a bleached, blue-and-white palette, signaling his weakened state and urgent need for warmth.
MONSTER FORM
All Monsters can transform into a colossal, beast-like form, towering over most opponents. In this state, their strength, durability and overall intimidation are greatly enhanced, making them a formidable force in combat.
- John is the heir to the Lava Monsters, but has no desire to become a tyrant like his father.
- John met Claide at age 11, becoming inseperable ever since.
- Despite his chaotic personality, John can be surprisingly patient and emotionally perceptive when someone he cares about is struggling.
- His Monster core functions similarly to a heart and contains the warmth that keeps his body alive.
- John spent years in Nixt after his death, refusing to let go.
- While in Nixt, John can faintly hear Claide speaking to his core in Ixt like distant whispers, even though Claide isn't aware of this.