KNOWN AS "REN" TO FRIENDS

♂; 26; 5'8"GOD"GREY FOX HYBRIDCOFFEE>TEA

ARSENE, or "Ren", is a young man of above average intelligence whose cult meddling happened to lead to a transformation into Godhood. Though being recognized as a messiah by his town has set a heavy burden on his shoulders, he's content with balancing miracle-working & forensic studies for college. His curiosity in the occult, the paranormal, & the supernatural remains strong.

Ren does what he can to be a decent person. He'll go out of his way to do what he believes is "moral", despite his own concept of morality being a bit grey. He's a slightly confused personality, as he can fit into a multitude of personas to appeal to what he needs in the moment. This coping mechanism developed from childhood trauma, & he has been unable to maintain a consistent sense of self. However, being a "God" & understanding conceptually how a "God" should act has helped him be more consistent in beliefs & personality.

He's logical, analytical, creative, open-minded, honest, adaptable, unempathetic, detail-oriented, a perfectionist, a realist, & can be passionate & opinionated on topics he holds dear. His concept of relationships is jumbled because he thinks with his head rather than his heart, but he's respectful & courteous to others. He has a hard time forming genuine bonds because of trust issues & psychological barriers.

Ren has always had a cult-leader type personality, but refused to stoop to levels evil enough to exploit others. However, forced into the role, he tries to guide his followers towards coming to terms with the negative aspects of life & bettering as people no matter what hurdles you may encounter. While lacking in emotional empathy, Ren's cognitive empathy (his understanding of the emotions of others) is something he utilizes to help his followers feel understood, supported, & loved. He holds midnight mass every weekend. After studies during weekdays, he spends his time at the chapel trying to understand his powers better, to prepare for that week's rituals, & to make himself available to those seeking solace in religion.

HE'S OBNOXIOUS, BUT NOT HATED. REN DOESN'T SEE HIM AS A RIVAL OR A FRIEND, BUT A NUISANCE. HOWEVER, AS CROW FORCES HIMSELF INTO REN'S LIFE, REN HAS GROWN CURIOUS ABOUT BECOMING FRIENDS. THE TWO OFTEN BICKER, ESPECIALLY ABOUT MUNDANE TOPICS LIKE TEA VS. COFFEE.

PERPLEXED, BUT PRIMARILY INDIFFERENT. SERAPHINA SEEMS TO BOTH DESPISE & WORSHIP REN, WHILST REN SIMPLY VISITS HER TO STUDY THE SPIRITS & MAGICAL PROPERTIES PRESENT AT THE ABANDONED HOSPITAL THAT SHE LIVES IN.