#sorry for blabbering kjhdsf

[kharonion]

@togepies & @elvenbeard — lumping y'all's into one post since you both asked almost the same prompts! 💚

character design asks | oc list

motion: How does your OC move? How does their clothing help or hinder their range of motion? Are they flexible, coordinated, clumsy?

As calm and calculated as he acts. Purposeful strides, a little bit of a cocky sway to his hips that is only accentuated by snug attire. Even though he wears leathers, Vikt can move surprisingly well in them; don't think for a second that he can't kick you square in the face. Just flexible enough, but not any sort of contortionist, and he's extremely coordinated in every movement he does.

wardrobe: How big is your character's wardrobe? Do they wear things threadbare, or can they afford new clothes often? Are they any good at mending and repairing their own clothing?

It's bigger than you might expect, considering he only has a solid four outfits he regularly wears, but largely comes from the fact he struggles getting blood out of clothes and repairing the rips and tears. He'd rather just replace 'em at that point. On top of him sometimes stealing Kerry's clothes, since they share a closet... either on purpose or not. 😂

favorite: Does your OC have a favorite article of clothing or accessory? What is it? What's the meaning behind it? Do they wear it all the time or do they wear it sparingly to keep it safe?

One of them is definitely the matching cord bracelet he gets from Kerry their first trip to the Philippines. Vikt never takes it off. Ever. It essentially acts as a nontraditional wedding ring. A symbol for their bond and love that has withstood some of the worst trials possible.

alternate: What would your OC's alternate universe look be? What AU would you want to see your OC in, and how would they dress themself?

I love thinking about alternates, and the most solidified one so far is Vikt's nomad (which also works for post-apocalypse settings) look:

Not pictured is a hooded cloak he wears when he ventures out into deserts of the Badlands. But, this is a fit that features a much more rugged Vikt, if it wasn't obvious by the glaring difference that is his cyberarm. I'm 'bout to ramble... so here's a cut for your convenience.

This is an AU where Vikt is actively on the run from Arasaka hunting parties immediately after Mikoshi. One agent gets a lucky hit, mangling one of Vikt's arms beyond repair. So, that same agent gets to (unwillingly) provide the replacement upon their demise; it's an installation Vikt does by himself, which goes as well as you can expect. Leaves him looking rather gnarly and sickly, but he perseveres because he's alive, his arm is functional, and that's enough.

He never stays in one place for long; as soon as someone notices where he is, he disappears. The nomad groups keep a wary eye on him, but they lend their aid as he needs it (because I imagine they wouldn't just leave him to suffer out there 🥺).

Don't worry. Eventually, he feels safe enough to return to Kerry for one of the most tear-jerking reunions ever. 😭

I need to work on the details... but as y'all can tell, it's an AU I love the idea of lol