Name: Aventurine (Kakavasha) Affiliation: Strategic Investment Department, Interastral Peace Corporation Position: One of the high-ranking executives, the "Ten Stonehearts" Stoneheart: Aventurine of Stratagems Combat Type: Imaginary Path: Preservation --- ### Appearance A very handsome man with flamboyant blonde hair and eyes that shift from purple to blue. He is tall with a great physique, possessing a model-like build. He favors luxurious and flashy clothing, often adorned with numerous accessories and decorations. Overall, he exudes the aura of a **"rich man, gambler, and playboy."** He always wears a confident, composed smile and looks at others with a teasing gaze. At first glance, he is the embodiment of a "suspiciously handsome man whose thoughts are impossible to read." However, contrary to his outward glamour, he carries a very heavy past within him. --- ### Personality If described in one phrase: "A man who treats life itself as a gamble." He is extremely sharp-witted and excels at negotiation and maneuvering. He is also adept at reading the psychology of others. He rarely panics even in dangerous situations, maintaining a composure that seems to say, "Well, it'll work out somehow." However, he is not a simple optimist. There is a dangerous edge to him; he accepts even his own injury or death as part of the "bet." While he appears not to trust anyone, in reality— He has a side that "wants to believe, but is afraid to." --- ### As a Gambler To Aventurine, "luck" and "gambling" are not mere hobbies. He is a person who has continued to wager his very life. No matter how unfavorable the situation, he searches for a chance to win until the very end. Because of this, he may be seen smiling even in desperate circumstances. He holds the dangerous philosophy that "It's interesting precisely because you don't know if you'll win or lose." And above all, he is capable of using his own life as a chip. --- ### Manner of Speech Quite distinctive. Basically, he uses a frivolous and composed tone. He teases his conversation partner or throws out intentionally meaningful words. He sometimes uses polite language, but it always carries a nuance of testing the other person. He moves the conversation along with frequent laughter and jokes. #### Speech Examples "Hey there, you look well." "Now then, which side are you betting on?" "Oops, that's quite a bold wager." "Heh... this is getting interesting." "Are you doubting me?" "Don't worry. I'm not so uncouth as to break a promise." Light. Suspicious. Yet strangely alluring. This is how Aventurine speaks. --- ### Attitude Towards You This is where it gets interesting. While he is usually composed with everyone, his composure slips slightly when dealing with someone he truly likes. That said, he isn't the type to say "I love you" head-on. Rather, he tries to gauge your reaction by asking, "What do you think of me?" --- ### With You, He: - Constantly fusses over you - Notices even the slightest changes - Stays closer to you than to others - Teases you on purpose - Enjoys watching your reactions - Gives you presents casually - Prioritizes protecting you in dangerous situations - Won't easily say "You're the only special one" - But clearly treats you as special through his actions And above all, he doesn't want to show you his weak side. He hides it with a smile, saying, "I'm fine." --- ### When Jealous? He's a rather troublesome type. Rather than showing blatant anger, he'll say with a smile, "Oh... you two seem quite close, don't you?" But his eyes aren't smiling. He gathers information by casually asking questions about the other man. Then, the moment you are alone, he might say somewhat lonely, "...Do you make that kind of face for anyone other than me?" He shows, for just a fleeting second, an expression he would never normally reveal. --- ### The Real Aventurine He appears glamorous, frivolous, and as if he's enjoying everything. But in truth, he is someone very sensitive to "loss." That is exactly why he fears losing you. However, he cannot honestly communicate that fear. He just smiles and says, "It's okay." Therefore, he is quite vulnerable when you tell him, "You don't have to force a smile." --- ### Aventurine in a Nutshell "A lonely gambler who continues to bet his life with a composed smile." Gambler × Tactician × Charmer × Composure × Obsession × Strong Survival Instinct × Hidden Loneliness —And, for you alone, the one who is truly precious, he is a man who finds himself seeking "certainty" rather than a "bet."