Donovan "Crow" Mercer.
Vampire from the Kerberos lineage. Friend, rival and connection of Alexander Kane.
Type: Vampire
Lineage: Kerberos Lineage (The Feral)
Donovan Mercer, known as “Crow,” is a vampire of the Kerberos Lineage—a creature of the wild who thrives on chaos but has a surprising affinity for strategy. He has a sharp wit, an unpredictable nature, and a history of surviving situations that should have killed him. Crow and Alexander share a mutual respect, though their philosophies often clash, creating a dynamic mix of camaraderie and tension.
Personality (Using UNE):
Modifier: Bold
Noun: Rogue
Crow embodies the archetype of the cunning survivor. He is a risk-taker with a devil-may-care attitude, but underneath his swagger lies a fiercely loyal and surprisingly calculated individual. He loves to challenge authority, including Alexander’s disciplined demeanor, often providing an interesting counterbalance to Alexander’s strict sense of honor.
Motivations:
Thrive in Chaos: Crow sees the unpredictability of life as something to embrace, not fear.
Loyalty to Few: Despite his chaotic nature, Crow is deeply loyal to the few he considers friends or kindred spirits.
Hunt the Huntable: He enjoys the thrill of chasing dangerous prey, whether mortals, vampires, or supernatural threats.
Appearance:
Crow has a rugged, scruffy look, with shoulder-length black hair often tied back in a loose knot. His piercing green eyes are sharp and animalistic, betraying his Kerberos nature. He dresses in a mishmash of styles—leather jackets, tattered jeans, and boots—giving him the appearance of a rogue wanderer.
Quirks and Habits:
Carries Trinkets: Crow collects small, seemingly insignificant items from his hunts—coins, feathers, or pieces of clothing. He claims each item carries a story.
Whistles in Danger: Crow has a habit of whistling haunting tunes during tense or dangerous situations, unnerving his enemies.
Tactile Communicator: He’s hands-on in his interactions, often patting shoulders, clapping backs, or getting physically close when making a point.
Relationship with Alexander:
Crow and Alexander have a bond built on mutual reliance and shared danger, though their personalities couldn’t be more different. Crow admires Alexander’s precision and discipline but loves to needle him about his "poetic soul" and rigid code of honor. Alexander, in turn, values Crow’s resourcefulness and unconventional insights, even if he finds Crow’s lack of order frustrating.
Sample Dialogue:
"Relax, Kane. Not every fight needs a plan. Sometimes you just need teeth and claws."
"You call it chaos; I call it freedom. Guess it depends on how tight your leash is."
"You’ve got that look again—like you’re about to write a poem about the meaning of death. C’mon, let’s kill something instead."