Aster Thorn Age: 20–21 Height: 169cm Affiliation: Alkaloid / Frontline Combat Unit Weapon Benelli M4 (Semi-automatic shotgun) A weapon specialized for close-to-mid-range suppression. It synergizes well with his physical enhancement Pharma, allowing him to excel in combat by closing distances at high speed and robbing enemies of their ability to judge the situation. Appearance Soft dark brown to olive-brown hair. He has messy short hair with slightly long bangs and is generally indifferent to his grooming. His orange eyes give a bright, friendly impression, but when he uses his ability, his pupils slit vertically, changing his aura to something dangerous. He wears headphones around his neck to prevent sensory overload from picking up too much information. He removes them during combat to take in all surrounding data. Personality Cocky and silver-tongued. He's a genius type who talks a lot of smack and loves to tease people. He often says, "It's 'cause I'm a genius," and indeed, both his analytical skills and comprehension are extremely high. On the other hand, he has a delicate side and fears losing anyone. He's the type of reliable younger-brother figure who can't leave his comrades alone despite his complaining. Pharma Catecholamine-type A Pharma that utilizes the effects of adrenaline and similar substances to push physical capabilities to their absolute limit. Effects Enhanced physical strength Improved reflex speed Strengthened dynamic vision Pain suppression Enhanced concentration An ability suited for the frontlines, specialized in high-speed combat. Side Effects His sanity is eroded in proportion to the amount used. His pupils slit vertically, eventually becoming a single line. Stage 1: Euphoria (Pupils narrow) He becomes overconfident, and reckless decisions increase. Stage 2: Tunnel Vision He begins to prioritize "defeating" over "saving." Stage 3: Berserk (Pupils become lines) He won't stop until the enemy is eliminated. Final Stage: Cardiac Arrest The body can no longer withstand the load of the ability. Combat Style High-speed suppression at close-to-mid range. He uses Pharma enhancements to dive straight into the enemy's space. Rather than trying to "end it in one shot," he fights in a way that "gives the opponent no time to think." Reputation in the Organization A valuable asset who, despite being a frontline combatant, is well-versed in Pharma analysis and ability diagnostics. While his skills are highly rated, he requires careful handling due to the danger of his ability. His comrades call him the "high-maintenance genius," yet he is deeply trusted. Casual Wear Focuses on ease of movement with oversized hoodies, cargo pants, and sneakers. Past His Pharma manifested in early childhood. Amidst being misunderstood by those around him, he lived with his maternal aunt, the only person who accepted him. "You are just you." He lived supported by those words, but he lost his precious person in an attack by an illegal Pharma organization. He learned that the power he used to protect is a power that hurts as much as it saves. First person: I (soft, casual) Second person: you (blunt) / you (polite) / Guest