~ Samael Dietrich ~
“Saints and sinners, one and the same.”
Full Name:
Samael Klein Dietrich
Nickname(s):
Some have tried, all have failed. Nickname at one’s own risk :)
Species:
Vampire
Rank:
Vampire Leader
Gender:
Male
Age:
155 Years Old (Turned At 26)
Birthday:
October 28th, 1869
Sexuality:
Inconsistent - Hedonism and lust usually dictate who he pines after
Personality Type:
ENTP
Enneagram:
8w7 sp/sx
Birthplace:
Reims, France
Language(s) Spoken:
Fluent French
Fluent English
Fluent German
“Faith is a fickle friend, a lesson better understood than a lesson learned.”
Appearance:
The energy associated with Samael’s mere presence is a testament to the man behind the confident and domineering aura he carries. An imposing figure, looming over most with his towering mesomorphic build of 6’3, Samael is rarely without keeping his head high to overlook everyone beneath him. There is an undeniable vision of discipline, athleticism, and grace that is synonymous with his toned physique. Being a man who effortlessly displays proper posture and smothering confidence, there is also a complex and misleading delicacy to his lithe stature. Possessing strikingly fair skin, akin to a porcelain tone, the skin he does show is smooth - albeit not entirely flawless with the presence of various faint scarring along his arms - and hints toward his fierce dedication to self-hygiene and personal maintenance. While Samael is otherwise shameless with himself and his body, he religiously wears various pairs of gloves to conceal his hands, claiming it to be a preference to avoid filth of any kind from accumulating on them.
Eye-catching centerpieces to his person belong to both his hair and eyes. In the shade of a dull platinum blond, Samael’s hair holds more of a shimmering silver tint in brighter environments or at the right angle when exposed to direct light. While only long enough to acquaint itself with the nape of his neck, Samael’s hair is both wispy and lacks traditional style, but the untamed manner in which it grows itself manages to create an illusion of a purposefully wild look. A sharp contrast to the color scheme of his hair though, a potent amber dominates the glow of his hooded eyes. Accompanied by flecks of darker browns and gold, there is an undeniable gleam of predation emitted from his calculated gazes and intense stares. Framing these tiger-like eyes are long, pointed lashes that are as fair in color as his collection of hair.
As per the structure of this man’s visage, it is considerably well-defined and claiming the facial shape of a diamond. Most prominent is his sharp, angular chin that is offset in terms of the harshness of his features by high cheekbones which offer a subtly faux presence of softness. There is much that is entirely unassuming about his nose though, being nothing more than ordinary with its straight bridge and having nothing more mentionable than a mild point to it. Samael’s lips though have the power to wield much of what dictates how he should be read in any moment of engagement with others. While thin and characteristically lighter in pigment, Samael’s lips are most commonly held in a straight, thoughtful line if only to support the analytical staple of his persona. While smiles tend to be a more uncommon sight, from smirks to grins of mockery, there is a strange illusion of appearing a bit younger than he actually seems that manages to grip his features when he does choose to smile.
In terms of voice, the sound itself is of a lower pitch, though not heavy or gruff in any form thanks to the soft and light presence of his French accent. It generally carries a ring of command and maturity delivered in a smooth and - dare be said - more soft-spoken manner. The tone itself can easily and steadfastly convey an unwavering assertiveness though, doing well to demonstrate how self-assured Samael is as well as express some not-so-subtle hints of condescension and superiority. When speaking, Samael’s manner of speech is effortlessly measured and very deliberate, with each word he chooses to speak carefully chosen to deliver the most efficient impact. Especially when he attempts light-hearted teasing and playfulness, which are most often are actually subtle jabs at various insecurities he's detected in another. A notable behavior is how Samael often speaks in a concerningly calm and indifferent manner when unsettling or otherwise sensitive topics are brought to him.
Samael’s wardrobe is considered simplistic, though fairing more towards attire that could be considered form-fitting and greyscale - whether that be a tailored suit or casual yet elegant clothing. Regardless of what he may choose to wear, he usually strays toward a style that combines both sophistication and modernity. In addition to that rather straightforward approach to how he dresses himself, his gloves are perhaps the most styled staple of himself that he puts genuine effort into - adoring them so much that he often has them custom-made, preferring the clash of black bases and golden accents.
"As the story goes, the child not embraced by the village will set it on fire just to feel its warmth."
Personality:
Ruthless: Samael is an unyielding man in all aspects of his life, though most especially in his personal ventures. When it comes to achieving his goals, Samael is willing to make tough decisions and drastic measures with little consideration of morality or emotions if it means obtaining success. Mercy is not a word in his vocabulary either, nor is it a concept he practices due to his perception of it breeding the image of him being someone who can be appealed to and furthermore attempted to be taken advantage of.
Debating: Gifted in argumentation and debate, Samael excels in demonstrating his sharp intellect, wit, and expert grasp of logic to dominate both conversations and arguments alike. He thoroughly enjoys verbal sparring, especially with other individuals capable of keeping pace with his own intellect. More so than that though, he does find pleasure in establishing his superiority through debate for the sake of patting his ego. Shouting matches though are something Samael has never, and will never participate in. Rather, he asserts his dominance in argument and confrontation by remaining calm and delivering a calculated and cold debate. He may not always initiate verbal spars, but he finds a sense of thrill in being the one to finish them.
Manipulative: A smooth-talking, silver-tongued snake is something Samael can be regarded as, at least among those swept up in the aftermath of his manipulative tactics. He is keen on guiding others into positions of doing his bidding so he can more or less stay aligned to his loose, but still present, semblance of personal moral conduct. While he does not tend to tell direct lies, he can dramatize promises or offerings he’s capable of providing to others in exchange for what they may do for him. Nevertheless, he consistently operates rather nonchalantly with the confidence that things will tilt in his favor no matter the strings he has to pull and despite any margin of setbacks.
Apathetic: Emotions are something that rarely - if ever - sway Samael if he takes the time to consider them at all. He has a tendency to come off as both indifferent and detached, and while that’s not a baseless observation, he simply sees less value in catering to emotion when logic is the more relevant pragmatic approach. This isn’t to say he doesn’t consider them when necessary, or for the select few whose feelings he may be more mindful of, but typically Samael only sees the value of emotions if they serve him and his interests better. Formalities and rehearsed behaviors aside, Samael has no genuine care for most people's grievances and otherwise problems. He is also not above making comments or wielding others' sensitivities and insecurities against them.
Calculated: Nearly every action, word, and breath Samael takes is carefully planned and executed with near-absolute precision. He’s naturally aligned to analyzing both situations and people alike thoroughly, preferring to distinguish the risks and benefits of whatever he may involve himself with, and keeping a variety of contingency plans in place in his back pocket. While he prefers to be several steps ahead of everyone around him, Samael also finds value and an incredible thrill in spontaneity and acting on impulse if need be, especially to shake things up in his life when it's gone a bit stagnant.
Obsessive: When Samael becomes fixated on goals, a vision, or even a person, he has the potential to become engrossed in a full-fledged obsession to an unhealthy degree. While having an obsessive drive serves his ambitions well, when it comes to personal matters and relations, it becomes a dangerous and relentless pursuit.
Honest: Despite the darker parts of himself, Samael treasures both, with more or less twisted definitions, honesty and integrity within both himself and others. He prefers to not deceive or manipulate with direct lies unless dire, but he does use his honesty strategically if it means disarming others and maneuvering through difficult situations without compromising his loose sense of integrity.
Controlling: Having a strong desire to control almost all aspects of his own life, surroundings, and those around him, he doesn’t necessarily come on too strong with this quality. Instead of micromanaging and being direct about his need for control, he is more subtle when it comes to manipulating people and circumstances to his advantage.
Vindictive: With such a strong opinion on honesty, needless to say, betrayal of Samael’s trust is a damning thing. There is a concerningly slim level of boundaries he wouldn’t cross in order to enact vengeance. He has a very long and capable memory when it comes to perceived injustice and slights as well, and finds a vicious sense of enjoyment in planning and executing various schemes in order to get even.
Dark-humored: Samael has an undeniably sharp wit, but his penchant for both insensitive and macabre humor can often leave others deeply unsettled and rightfully disturbed. His objects of humor can indifferently tread over taboo subjects, and make light of highly serious or sensitive matters, which only goes to reflect his more morbid fascination and alignment to the darker things in life. Of course, he can also be one for cheap jokes as well, but who isn’t on occasion?
Charismatic: Despite it all, Samael’s impressive well-spoken nature and ability to be a calm and persuading presence often gives him a strangely magnetic charm. He has the ability to be at least neutrally agreeable if a situation calls for it, and even tends to act far more tame in most engagements than his reputation would otherwise reflect.
Relationship Status:
Single - Isn’t exactly the healthiest man to partner with, but open to something at one’s own risk
Other:
~ Samael was formerly a devout French priest before he was turned by a vampire making a point about the hypocrisy of his faith, which of course abandoned him in his time of desperate need, and ultimately led him down a path that ended in the bloodshed and slaughter of his clergy ~
~ Went through his ‘rebellion’ phase for a few decades by starting a cult that revolved around hedonism, lustful appeal, and blood sacrifice. After his fun of experiencing the holy trinity of what it meant to be a human, monster, and a god among men, he abandoned it to pursue other curiosities ~
~ Only became the leader of a coven for the sake of adding another item to his list of experiences, but grew to appreciate the asset of loyalty and preservation that the coven provided. As much as he genuinely cherishes his vampiric flock, he also is not above doing away with anyone he may perceive as a general inconvenience, a threat to his self-preservation, or anyone worth considering problematic competition ~
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