#i think arachne was from a town that has a name that is similar to lydia?

[beannary]

HEY WE'RE BACK BABY here's TLP part 14!!! and we're doing a silly little flashback woohoo!!!

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[ancientcraftnoccultism]

🌿 Herb Of The Day

Title: Aconite

Gender: Feminine

Element: Water

Planet: Saturn

Please note that I am provided this information on the understanding that nobody would be bloody daft enough to use it. It is of purely historical interest.

"But I think I’m a pretty sensible, safe person. Can I use aconite?"

No.

Seriously, just don’t. IF you are working in close consultation with a trained herbalist or doctor, and IF you are extremely experienced yourself, then you MIGHT be able to try making a flying ointment. However, I strongly recommend against using any form of aconite in order to do so, because its lethal dose is so, so low and there are many safer plants and fungi that could be used as ingredients by a skilled herbalist.

📜 Folklore & History 📜

Not by chance it is called a ‘queen of poisons’ and ‘plant arsenic’ – in reference to arsenic, the ���king of poisons’. A distinction sometimes found, concerns the names monkshood and wolfsbane. Some consider the white or yellow-flowered species Aconitum lycoctonum the true wolfsbane, whereas the blue flowering Monkshood (Aconitum napellus) is probably the better known of the two species. The latter is found in medieval monastery gardens. The two species contain different poisons, however similar – and both lethal – in effect.

The Greek word akónitos is composed of ak = pointed and kônos = cone, an akon being a dart or javelin, which is perhaps a reference to the plant’s use as arrow poison. Theophrastus suggests, the name is derived from the town of Aconæ (thought to be located near Karadeniz Ereğli in Turkey). It may also have been named after mount Akonitos in Pontus.

According to legend, it was near this mountain in Pontus, where the plant grew from the spittle of Cerberus, the three-headed hound of Hades, when folk hero Heracles drew up the beast from its infernal abode. Homer (800 bc) gives the first account of this myth in the Illiad. Eight centuries later Ovid embellishes the story in Metamorphoses VII, where Scythian sorceress Medea attempts to poison Theseus with aconite. Aconite features also in Metamorphoses VI: Athena sprinkles Arachne with aconite, upon which she is transformed into a spider (VI, 129ff.).

Besides, the legend surrounding Cerberus dates back to the time of Hesiod (800-700 bc), who describes the creature as a fifty-headed do and being the offspring of Typhon and Echidna. Typhon is refered to as birther of storm winds and father of all monsters and was viewed as the largest and most deadly of all creatures, whereas Echidna was envisioned as a monstrous viper and mother of all monsters. Their ‘poisonous’ blood flows in the veins of Cerberus and inside the vessels of the plant that rose from his saliva.

Aconite is also named hecateis, after the goddess Hecate. Hecate is an ancient Greek goddess of witchcraft, associated with crossroads, gateways, knowledge of herbs and poisonous plants, the souls of the dead/ necromancy and shape-shifting. In this latter aspect she is called upon as Lycania. Aconite is also thought to have been used by Thessalonian witches in hallucinogenic flying ointments.

The Berserkers, an infamous Germanic tribe, reportedly consumed Aconite in order to transform into ‘werewolves’. Aconite is said to cause a sensation on the skin of wearing a fur-coat or feathers and may induce hallucinations of transforming into different kinds of animals. Indo-European culture holds the name Luppewurz, from old German luppi = deathly juice/poison/spell, and similar to Latin lupus = wolf. The Greek byname lycoctonum means wolf-killer, possibly referring to the plant’s use in poisoned wolf baits. Hence the plant is also known as Wolfsbane in modern English language.

The most poisonous herb of Europe, aconite has a long history in poison murder. Pliny reports of Calpurnius Bestia, who killed his wives in sleep by touching their genitalia with his finger, which were smeared with aconite root extracts. According to Pliny aconite was hence also known as thelyphonon = ‘female-bane’ or ‘woman killer’. (Aconite brought in contact with the mucuouse menbranes of female genitalia would indeed cause instant death!) Pliny suggest yet another name for aconite, scorpio, was based on the curved shape of the root, which was thought to resemble a scorpion’s tail. Another example for poisoning with aconite features the, perhaps, most famous suicide of all times: Cleopatra, pressed for time, may have killed herself with the help of a poisonous cocktail containing aconite, poison hemlock and opium poppy rather than the bite of a cobra.

Aconite was sacred to Thor, the Norse god of thunderstorms and lightning. In German this connection is reflected in various folk names given to the plant, such as Sturmhut and Thor’s hat. Other popular German names are Eisenhut = helmet, and Mönchshut = monk’s hood. But there is also an erotic side the aconite, as is suggested by names such as Venuskutschen and Venuswagen = ‘wagon of Venus’. Here we have a contrast to the male and martial names and attributes, suggesting female and aphrodisiac qualities. However, the names are often simply based on various interpretations of the shape of the flowers. Related to the plant’s poisonous effects are names such as Würgling, indicating death through asphyxiation, and Ziegentod, referring to the deaths of goats that accidentally ate the plant.

Aconite has been used as an arrow poison in hunting and warfare. Arrow heads were dressed with aconite as well as the shafts, so that an enemy, who drew the arrow from the body of a wounded comrade, would be poisoned too. In India, aconite was mixed with other poisons and applied to arrowheads, so that the targets would rave mad and poison more people by biting them. Aconite’s use as an early biological war weapon extends also to poisoning the enemy’s water and food resources, e.g. the Romans used it as such. Roman Emperor Claudius died of aconite poisoning in year 54.

🔮 Metaphysical Properties

It is used in spells related to protection and invisibility. An infusion of aconite can be sprinkled on ritual items during rituals to charge them with protective energy and the roots and leaves can be burned in a ritual fire for the same purpose. Use caution not to ingest or inhale the fumes!

🍴⚕️ Medicinal & Culinary

Various species of Aconitum have been used for centuries both as poisons and medicines. The root is the most toxic plant part, although all parts are considered to be toxic. Extracts of Aconitum species have been given orally in traditional medicine to reduce fever associated with colds, pneumonia, laryngitis, croup, and asthma; for pain, inflammation, and high blood pressure; as a diuretic; to cause sweating; to slow heart rate; and for sedation. In traditional Asian medicine, root extracts are typically mixed with licorice or ginger. Extracts also have been used as arrow poisons. Historically, aconite was most commonly used in Western cultures as a tincture. It was applied topically as a counterirritant liniment for neuralgia, rheumatism, and sciatica. In homeopathy, aconite is used to treat fear, anxiety, and restlessness; acute sudden fever; symptoms from exposure to dry, cold weather or very hot weather; tingling, coldness, and numbness; influenza or colds with congestion; and heavy, pulsating headaches.

⚠️ WARNINGS ⚠️

Do not use aconite. Aconite root is UNSAFE when taken by mouth. All species of the plant are dangerous, and so are processed products. Aconite contains a strong, fast-acting poison that causes severe side effects such as nausea, vomiting, weakness or inability to move, sweating, breathing problems, heart problems, and death. Some people use aconite in a cream or lotion that is applied to the skin. This practice is also dangerous. The poisons in aconite can be absorbed through the skin, causing severe side effects.

[seludiancitizen]

Crimson Bounty

Genre

Action-Adventure; Survival Third-Person Shooter

Concept

·      God of Love is the enemy – When talking about immortal beings, it’s usually the bloodiest of the pantheon that becomes the enemy. However, in this case, how violent can the most passionate and romantic immortal in the Roman pantheon be?

·      Monsters & People – Though set in modern times, there a few who are in on the secret.  This people can be allies, neutrals, or enemies, it’s up to the player to discover that.  In some cases, they may be monsters disguised as people.  After all, the God of Love isn’t the only one involved in this situation.

·      Roman & Greek parallels – The Roman myths are parallels of the Greek pantheon.  Therefore, many of the stories brought up and alluded, while using the Roman names, are actually of Greek origin.  Some characters remain with their Greek name, however, as the Romans didn’t change all of their names.

Play Mechanic

Puzzles riddled in an open-world.  Open-world is applied into the temples as well.

 Plot Summary

Ambrosia Kearny was in a sabbatical year when she learned that the Roman gods existed, and that she’d inadvertently angered one of them.  The one she angered: Cupid, God of Love.  He was losing his honor by not managing to get her to fall in love with someone, and it was now personal.  What’s more, Minerva, the Goddess of Wisdom and War, now believes that humanity is beyond salvation thanks to Ambrosia’s disbelief in love.  This will lead to Cupid having to put aside his personal agenda on hold and for him and Ambrosia to battle Minerva for the world’s survival.

 Platforms

Switch, PS4, Xbox, PC

 Target Audience

Young Adults

 Competition

Tomb Raider, Uncharted, No Man’s Sky, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

  ITEMS AND EQUIPMENT

 Key Item 1: Moon Crossbow

Short Description: “Like your own crossbow, it shoots two arrows at a time, but this one is blessed by Diana, the Goddess of the Hunt. Shoot when you must and aim true.”

 Function: While able to rely on other weapons and Ambrosia’s crossbow, it shoots two silver arrows at a time.  Because it can shoot silver arrows, it can harm mortals, monsters, and deities alike.  It also provides camouflage for its user, but only under moonlight.

 Appearance: It’s about the size of an average shotgun and even has the resemblance of one.  It has an antique feel to it, made with wood and metal, but modern to include a scope and laser to aim.  All of this to keep it from curious eyes of those who don’t know the truth of the Roman gods.  Under moonlight, we see its true appearance: made of almond wood and moonstone.

 Lore: Ancient scroll found in the Catacombs of the Stars – “The Sun stole the Moon’s only love.  It is then that the Moon took her love and placed him among the stars.  She hoped love for others would prosper and made a crossbow.  It will be shot one day, in defense for love.  Two silver arrows to the heart.”

 Key Item 2: Mercury’s Winged Sandals

Short Description: “The very winged sandals that Mercury uses to travel and deliver messages among the gods.  You must return it to him before he discovers that it’s been stolen.  Arcus trusts that you deliver it to Mercury in top conditions.”

 Function: While able to be used by Ambrosia before returning it to Mercury, it makes Ambrosia run much faster and for about a minute, grants the ability to run in the air. They’re also a sort of compass, the wing fluttering when something important is near or if there’s a nearby threat, fluttering faster the closer either of these happen.

 Appearance: Leather Roman-styled sandals, very well-kept.  The wings only appear when someone is using them.  The wings are white and are proportioned to the sandals, a set of wings per sandal.

 Lore: Arcus to Ambrosia: “Mercury and I, while messenger rivals, are close friends when one of us is too busy.  I only caught this thief just barely in time in my rivals.  Without his sandals, Mercury is powerless and won’t be able to not just travel, but leave certain places, such as the Underworld.  Such is the strength in them.  Careful in your journey, girl.  Many will greed for them.”

  CHARACTER PROFILES

Player Character Profile: Ambrosia Kearney

Purpose: Full-time bar owner, half-time cheerleader, Ambrosia Kearny has seen enough from life to believe that love doesn’t exist but is now forced to choose between her beliefs and the world’s salvation.

 Lore: Vesta to Cupid: “You’ve met your match, Cupid.  And I warn you, stop this madness.  It’s gone long enough all these years.  I have seen enough of her torment to understand why she has lost her faith in love.  And yes, she may be reckless, a smart mouth to bring her trouble, and her curious desire to ignore her inheritance, but she’s more.  She’s clever, quick on her feet, and is just as hellbent as you to fight you back.  She won’t let you win.  She has not lost anything in her life save her faith in love.  Nothing at all.  What makes you think she will lose to you, despite being a god?”

 Appearance: In her mid-20’s, Ambrosia is 5’ 6” with loose teased raven-black hair and blonde highlights.  Her skin is too tanned and has a birthmark the shape of a butterfly to the right of her collarbone.  She has gray eyes as well.  Trademark outfit includes a black and pink varsity jacket, green tee, jeans, and red sneakers.

 Barks

·   Tagline/Idle Bark: “If I’d known this temple was going to stink, I would’ve stayed at my bar during the Super Bowl.”

·   Alert: “It’s getting cold.  Something’s coming.”

·   Success Bark: “And they say cheerleaders only do pretty.”

·   Failure Bark: “I knew I should’ve been a spoiled brat.”

  Character Profile: Cupid

Purpose: The manifestation of the most sought feeling in the world, the Roman god of Love, Cupid, has had his challenges in the past, but is finally put to the test when he tries to make Ambrosia fall in love with someone, to the point he gives up his traditional weapons for something more modern.

 Lore: Venus to Ambrosia: “Cupid, my son.  He’s gone through a lot, and I’m partly to blame. He hoped others would find what he lost. He left behind his mischief and gave himself a mission to give everyone, mortals and immortals alike, love.  Not just the love of a lifetime, but a love that transcends lifetimes.  He is, after all, the God of Love in all its forms: families, siblings, friendship, and of course, romance.  Do not be too harsh, child, even if he is obsessed with handing you a piece of happiness from life.  Not even us gods are perfect.”

 Appearance: Though it depends what character looks at him in cutscenes, Cupid usually takes on the look of a late-20’s men with coffee roasted skin, probably 5’ 11”.  His outfits are between a varsity college-look to a business man.  No matter his look, he’ll always have his iconic angel wings, twice as large as him.

  LEVELS AND LOCATIONS

Description of the World: The worlds of Tomb Raider and the Legend of Zelda meet.  It’s huge and open to discover, starting from any point the player desires. It also includes several temples (levels,) that are to be discovered and explored to move the story forward, some of which to be explored first before moving forward.  The vastness of the world includes beaches, plains, forests, and mountains, with the occasional small town, and a city.

 Major Location 1: Catacombs of the Stars, secret temple built in Diana’s name.  It’s hidden in the most remote part of Tuscany.  It’s seemingly small from the outside as one small shrine, but is larger, three stories underground of giant pillars, statues, and coffins of fallen people, in this case, Diana’s beloved hunters.  At its deepest part is the honorary resting place of Orion.

 Short Description: “The final resting place of the bodies of Diana’s hunters, and her only love, Orion.  Only monsters and deities know the exact location…”  

 Appearance: Like in ancient times, the catacombs are made out of limestone and marble, though has several special places made of silver and moonstone, in honor of Diana.  Its outer building is small, a shrine of pillars, similar to a pavilion.  The main building, which is underground, is a maze-like temple with massive eroded pillars, statues of the most important hunters from Diana’s company, and scrolls that are in a good enough condition to be read, but most torn or simply gone.  There are also steles and ancient torches.  The deepest and main room holds a statue and stele for Orion.  All ceilings are decorated with constellations, assuming representations of the deceased hunters, and of course Orion.

 Contents: Most commonly populated with rats and roaches, among other similar rodents in the main shrine.  Further in, it’s littered with Chimeras and Cyclopes as the most common enemies.  Add on the certain traps that the player would be informed about prior to entering the temple, placed to catch anyone that might want to desecrate the catacombs by the very hunters themselves.  The gorgon, Medusa, would be our boss level.  The catacombs are a “level,” one of five of the main storyline.

 Significance: It is littered with plenty of traps, that overcome, exposes the puzzles the player must decipher to open up the ways further into the catacombs.  The boss is Medusa, who by revealing who sent her there, reveals the greater antagonist of the story.

 Lore: Arachne to Ambrosia: “I see you’ve gotten the crossbow from the moon.  Good for you. I heard that the catacombs were dark and quite gruesome, even for my own kind.  But I’m only here to tell you that the catacombs hold more secrets than just that weapon.  As far as I’m concerned, Diana wasn’t the only one to lose a love.  The reason she’s friends with Cupid is because he too lost a love.  Oh, you thought Psyche still lived?  She’s the reason he’s enraged with you.  For the same reason Diana made the crossbow, the same reason he’s obsessed with shooting at you.  I never quite knew how Psyche died, but if you’d like to know more, return to the Catacombs of the Stars.  Somewhere inside is a hidden passage to Cupid’s Temple.  Morbidly, there lies Psyche’s remains.  I hope it may serve you on your journey further on.”

  CUTSCENE: Roughly at the beginning of the game, we follow a strange encounter that triggers the Salamanca Pursuit (level.)  The cutscene begins after the level is over, at the outskirts of town, far enough from being followed by any cops.  Here, Ambrosia encounters the man that began the pursuit in first place and aims at her with a shotgun.  He reveals himself as Cupid.  No details can be given as to why not only has he given up on his bows and arrows, but neither can he reveal why he’s personally aiming at her.  Of course, the point is for Ambrosia to elude Cupid and from falling in love, so she must escape somehow from him and his bullets.  This cutscene involves Ambrosia and Cupid only, since her pursuers are still in Salamanca and they’re quite far away from it now.  Think of it as the inciting incident to the entire story.

[readyallthecanons]

YJ OC: Apollo Ito

About time I tried making a bio/profile again xD

FC: Ryan Potter Bio Template by Triskata

GENERAL Name: Apollo Asahi Ito Name Meaning: Apollo is of Greek origin and means “manly beauty”; Asahi is of Japanese origin and means “daybreak rising”; Ito is a Japanese noun meaning “thread; yarn, string” Alias: Nox Meaning/Reason: Nox is the Latin word for “darkness” which is an obvious (and totally uncreative) reference to his powers. He considered “The Pianist” but thought it would be too much of a giveaway. Nicknames: Ito, Dapper boi son Team Position: Stealth expert, Escape dude Birthday: October 31, 1998 Sign: Scorpio Age: 18 years old Gender: Cis Male (he/him) Orientation: Bisexual Species: Meta-human Race: Asian Ethnicity: Japanese-White Nationality: American Birth town: St. Louis, Missouri Previous towns:  St. Louis, Missouri Current town: Gotham City Colouring/general features:

Eyes: Black. His sclera turns a dark grey hue whenever he uses his powers. Additionally, his eye colour used to be a dark brown but ever since his powers manifested it has turned black.  

Hair: Black. It is always done in an updo; rarely ever seen down.

Skin: Peach with a yellow undertone. He has a tattoo of a crown on the base of his neck. No other marks (scars, freckles, piercings, etc.) can be seen on his body save for that one.

Height: 5’10” (182.5 cm)

Weight: 160 lbs

Build: Apollo has a lithe, graceful body with broad shoulders and a supple muscle tone almost equally distributed in his arms and legs. He works out to keep his body in good shape and so that when he takes his shirt everyone can be shookt with his “hot bod”. He’s not bulky, really.

Distinguishing features: The eye bags under his eyes are designer. He also has a tongue piercing-but others wouldn’t really know it unless he stuck is tongue out at them. His eyebrow game is also quite strong; it’s thick and pronounced.

Preferred clothing style: He always dresses to the nine’s. His style may be classified as smart casual bordering on semi-formal. Button down tops, slacks/chinos (for a more casual look), and black/dark brown shoes are his go to clothing. Prefers neck ties over bow ties. When he does wear a normal t-shirt, he puts a blazer (or jacket or something) over it; won’t wear just a shirt-most of the time. He never wears long sleeves, though. In terms of design, he prefers simple to none. Brightly printed? He won’t wear something like that. He also prefers duller and muted colours. The really bright ones annoy him. However, contrary to popular belief, he does own other outfits that are not semi-formal or smart casual wear.

Face Claim: Ryan Potter Voice Claim: Steven Yeun (Keith from Voltron Legendary Defender + Wan from the Legend of Korra, sample)

PERSONALITY Alignment: Chaotic Neutral Personality: Apollo is very much known for his vanity, arrogance, and self-centerdness; kind of a tool-ish. He is definitely the type of person who could go on and on and on about himself (or write waxing poetry praising his superior physical aspects). Due to his upbringing and his prodigy status, he has become quite prideful of himself, his abilities, and his looks (especially this part). However, he is only really vocal about his physical aspects; he’s pretty quiet about his piano prodigy status. He trusts pretty easily but don’t destroy his trust in you. It is almost impossible to earn back. He can also be vengeful and remorseless and overzealous in some circumstances. It is his pride and arrogance which leads to him being difficult to deal with at times.

Despite all these short comings of his, he is a very trustworthy person who constantly carries out any promises he makes. No matter how long it takes, he will fulfil it. While he also likes to say the he doesn’t care about anyone, he high key cares very much about others. He’s everyone’s Big Brother and would often check up on his family and friends are doing (if they’re okay-mentally and emotionally, if they’ve eaten their vegetables, etc.). Additionally, he is also quite thick-skinned (for an extremely self-centered guy, comments and insults rarely get under his skin). He is also the type to follow “keep moving forward” as he recovers quickly from his downfalls.

As the villain Nox, he carries a lot of his civilian persona with him- perhaps just a lot more vain and serious. Unusually altruistic for a villain, Apollo isn’t one to sacrifice other people for his own gain. In fact, he feels squeamish about killing others.  He generally avoids killing people (mostly feels uncomfortable about it) who do not specifically wish him harm. If you don’t have a vendetta against him personally, you’re fine and you’ll live. Unless you touch his family/perceived family. He will kill you if you do so. He prefers quick jobs-in and out and no dillydallying. Inspirations: Nico di Angelo, a bunch of German pianists, JJ Leroy, Lester Papadopoulos/Apollo, Jack Sparrow Occupation: Student, Concert Pianist, Conductor and/or Composer (occasionally) Likes: - McDonald’s (will always insist on a drive through or something) - Classical music (his favourites are Debussy and Chopin) - Pirate movies - The dark - Talking about himself - Honest people - Kids/children - Horror movies Dislikes: - Soggy fries - Racist and Sexist assholes - Owing people things (money, favours, etc.) - People who act so high and mighty like they haven’t done anything sketchy their whole life - Bow ties - Fizzy drinks (he hates soda) - Secrets Hobbies: Playing the piano, crossword puzzles (he’s always out to extend his vocabulary, to be honest), yoga, biking, working out (he eats a lot of McDonalds so he has to pay attention to working out a lot), photography Fears: Falling, death, frogs (he hates them so much it’s comical), public humiliation, his siblings finding out about his villain life, getting admitted into the hospital, needles Talents: Piano (he’s a prodigy), sleeping while standing up, differentiating classical pieces which sound almost the same, baking Aesthetic Quote: “I’m an asshole, but what I am not is a 100% dick.” –Guardians of the Galaxy

RELATIONSHIPS Father: Haru Ito- Apollo and his father are on good terms with each other, at least that’s what Haru thinks. However to Apollo, due to family and monetary issues, the relationship was strained by the loss of Apollo’s trust in him. Apollo does still love and respect him. He’s just a bit more critical and iffy towards his father. They still often practice and learn music together-mostly in a way for Haru to make up to Apollo what he’s and his wife has done. Mother: Eliza Thompson-Ito- Similar to his father, Eliza and Apollo’s relationship is strained due to his loss of trust in her. However, he does still love and listen to her. Siblings:

Artemis Akari Ito (his twin sister)- The both of them are very, very close. Apollo would do anything for her and she for him. She mostly attributes his protectiveness and closeness to her to her medical condition. Apollo is very, very supportive of her and is often her accompanist during her cello performances. Artemis is actually very protective of Apollo and doesn’t really approve of his sudden disappearances to do crime work. Apollo thinks that she’s onto him, honestly.

Leander Akiyuki Ito (15 years old)- The both of them often spend late nights playing Overwatch together as well as other computer and video games. They actually lose sleep over this. Apollo is one of the first people who hears Leander’s latest stories as well as puts up with his younger brother’s writer drama (“This story is the worst I’ve ever written!” “I’ll never get this character down!” “I hate writing!11!!”).

Adrasteia “Addie” Atsumi Ito (12 years old)- Addie is a shy, withdrawn little girl who often looks to Apollo for guidance. Apollo is obviously more than happy to help her. He is the one who comforts and validates her when she feels like she’s nothing compared to her other siblings. They watch a lot of horror movies together. He is also Addie’s official trainer to help her control her powers.

Jason Akinori Ito (7 years old)- The youngest of the Ito siblings and possibly the noisiest and annoying-est. Apollo along with Artemis often look after him and read stories to him before sleeping.

Sumi Tatsu/Irezumi (older half-brother; belongs to Triskata)- They hate each other-mostly due to the fact that they misunderstand each other. Apollo doesn’t believe that Tatsu can wipe off all the red in his ledger by doing hero work.

Other: -- Teammates: Arachne , Wildfire, Dev, Annabel, Natus, Finn, Ethan, Penny, Britney, Solana, Queen, the Huntsman Best Friend(s):  [open for connections] Friends: Annabel Herdevary, Dev Hamil, Penny Green, Ethan Tomori, Hanna Makris, Rose Nelson, Solana Perez, Britney Hilt, Cern Ocahii, Finn Lyonas, Andres Begay, Ivelisse Correa-Mercado [open for connections] Acquaintances: Poison Ivy, Harley Quinn, Cat Woman [open for connections] Enemies: The Team, the Justice League, Irezumi (Tatsuo), Blue Lantern (Ivelisse), the Reach [open for connections] Love Interest(s): Ivelisse Correa-Mercado (crush; belongs to Kaitie1543)- Apollo is unsure when he actually developed a crush on her but it just happened. Her teasing is something which he’s grown accustomed to and eventually enjoyed her company. However, he hasn’t acted on his feeling because “what even is flirting???” and if anything does happen between them, he isn’t very comfortable sharing his villain persona (which he will want to because honesty and good communication and no secrets). He may be a grade A asshole and think that he’s the most gorgeous man on the face of the planet but he’s no flirt.

BATTLE Powers/Abilities:

Umbrakinesis: Apollo is able to create, shape, and manipulate darkness and shadows-allowing him to absorb or nullify some light in the immediate area.

Umbrakinetic Attacks: He can release/use darkness/shadows to make attacks of various shapes and/or intensities, either projected, used as a part of melee attacks, etc. The strength and magnitude of the attack is greatly reliant on his skill, strength, and stamina. Obviously, bigger attacks take a heavier toll on him as compared to smaller ones. What Apollo does most of the time is release beams/waves of darkness/shadows from his hands; they’re less tiring for him. Creating walls of darkness? That would take a lot more effort.

Shadow-melding: One of the things Apollo has more ease doing. He is able to meld himself into shadows thus rendering himself invisible and undetectable to others (while he is in the shadows, at least).  Of course, once the shadows are dispelled, he immediately reappears.

Shadow Travel: He can use shadows as a way of travel; however, great distances tend to wear him out.

Night Vision: Apollo has excellent vision even in darkness. He is able to see in low light conditions or even in total darkness. Aside from being silent, this ability of his makes him ideal for stealth missions…or simply finding things in the dark. Actually, he just feels pretty at home in the dark.

Bilingualism: He is able to speak both Japanese and English. He doesn’t really mix elements from both in his speech. No accent to take note of either. He mostly speaks in Japanese with his father and sister.

Weaknesses:

Extremely bright light: It is unsurprising that light would be Apollo’s weakness. Large amounts of bright light render him powerless as there is an absence of shadows and/or darkness. It is more difficult for him to summon darkness. He is also weakened against people with Light Manipulation abilities.

Power Limit:  Using his powers take a physical toll on him. The strength and magnitude of his attacks are reliant on his skill, strength, and stamina. After exerting much power (ex. creating large solid walls of darkness), he has been known to pass out and sleep for hours. Shadowtravelling to places too far apart (ex. Philippines to Indonesia) also tire him out immensely. Constant exertion of his powers could also lead to deadly consequences.

Physical human limitations: Apollo, without his powers, is just a normal high school student who has very little knowledge of any form of martial arts. He may look like he does but he doesn’t.

Reliance on powers: Since Apollo is not much of a fighter really, he has come to rely heavily on his powers…which isn’t really good as it tires him out easily (as already mentioned).

Uncontrollable power: In order to properly use his powers, he is supposed to be in sync with his own darkness-which unfortunately he lacks. He may be a grade A asshole but he lacks “darkness” and ruthlessness. This “out of sync” problem of his causes his powers to be uncontrolled. He may cause unwanted and unnecessary damage to those around him. Additionally, he has little control of the amount of power actually expelled so it drains his energy quicker. Same goes for trying to control it, he gets tired quicker.

Weapons/Armour/Equipment:

Kimber Custom TLE II semi-automatic pistol: Not long after his debut as a villain, Apollo took it to carry a pistol around for extra defence. It was at his parent’s insistence. While he doesn’t often use it, he is trained with it (he made himself learn how to use it) and is a pretty decent shot. The gun is usually something he turns to when he’s out of options. Mostly used for threats, honestly.

HISTORY Apollo was born to Haru Ito (a world famous cellist) and Eliza Thompson-Ito (a professor of Greco-Roman literature) in St. Louis, Missouri. When he was 3 years old, he and Artemis were joined by Leander. The three were often quite mischievous and playful together. Sometimes, they would get quite violent- Artemis being the most of the three of them. Three years later, the family was joined by Addie. And they all thought that was the last of their siblings. The four of them grew up close to each other. Then when Apollo was 11, his mother gave birth to Jason who was actually a surprise baby but a welcome one.

Even at a young age, he (along with his twin sister Artemis) were exposed to music by their father in hopes that one of them-if not both- would take after him. When it turned out that Apollo showed an immense affinity for the piano, his parents (particularly his father) were ecstatic. This was then turned to stupefied wonder when he started rapidly developing his skills and even learning pieces that were way way ahead of his age group. At the age of 5, he was able to perform his first concert.

His powers started showing when he was 12 years old. He accidentally fell into the shadows and got stuck there. His parents spent about an hour looking for him. When they found him, it was a bit messy because at first they didn’t believe Apollo. However, after a few more instances and one where they actually witnessed it, they conceded to him. They didn’t know what to do or where it’d come from so they advised him to keep quiet about his powers. However, they did not bar him from learning more about his powers at it could prove useful someday. Aside from that, everything was doing well for Apollo and his family. He loved his siblings more than he loved himself (and that’s saying a lot). And he loved and respected his parents…and supported them even when they weren’t exactly in the right. Blind support, basically. Nonetheless, they lived a happy life together.

Unfortunately, Artemis came down with a serious medical condition (heart failure) that needed a seriously expensive medical attention. It was during this time when Apollo discovered his parents’ secret: the family was actually swimming in debt. They, then, did not have enough money for Artemis’ medical procedure. Haru was often found gambling and to pay for his debts there, he borrowed money from questionable sources- to whom he now owes a debt to. Eliza, on the other hand, was no better. She was a compulsive buyer and often bought things when she felt like it or when she felt upset. Basically, both of them are quite lose with their money handling. When they told Apollo this, he has never felt so betrayed and angry in his life.

Terrified of the idea that he and his siblings might be separated (sent to other relatives while their parents gathered money), Apollo turned to a life of thievery to be able to pay for his family’s debts. He skipped small heists and decided to rob a bank as his debut as a “villain”. When his parents discovered what he had done, Apollo braced to defend himself and was surprised when he didn’t need to. His parents, while not agreeing 100% with their son’s methods, somewhat understood his actions. They and promised that they would work to better themselves. Apollo then hung up his villain lifestyle.

Unfortunately, his parents being loose with their money didn’t improve much and Apollo found himself committing crime more often…just to keep up with his parents’ spending (and to an extent, his own). At first, it took a lot of convincing from his parents to do it. Most of the arguments relied on the “Are we not family and should you not help us? With what you’re doing, you’re helping us. You’re helping our family stay together. Don’t you want us to stay together? Think of your siblings.”. It was quite emotional manipulation-y. Eventually, he did continue the robberies even without his parents’ urging him to do so. He found that there was a certain satisfaction that came with it. Aside from that, it got him money to buy things for his younger siblings and keep his parents happy at the same time. Apollo eventually stopped asking them to change as nothing did change (even when they said they would) and Apollo was raking in large amounts of money. All he asked of his parents was that they keep this lifestyle of his a secret from his younger siblings as he could not bear the idea of them discovering it.

He joined the Young Injustice through Annabel who he helps when she first appeared in Gotham. She was alone and scared and covered in blood and was running away after committing theft. While it was definitely sketchy, Apollo’s big brother instinct kicked in and he helped her escape the police-who he was also running from (as he came from a heist himself).  She stayed the night with him but left to be on her own the following day. Months later, she recruited him into this group of young criminals and he’s stuck with them since. On weekends, he’d often be found in their hideout with McDonald’s and video games.

OTHER Quotes: - “No one says ‘forsooth’ anymore, Annie.” - “What’s the matter? Afraid of the dark?” - “As you wish, sister dear.” - “I’m sexy; I love myself.” Theme Song: Theme of King J.J. – Yuri!!! On Ice soundtrack / Hey Brother - Avicii Food: McDonald’s Fries Drink: Hazelnut Chocolate Ice Blended Coffee (from Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf) Colour: Red Movie: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (he actually loves the whole trilogy; the last two are kinda questionable to him) Book: American Gods by Neil Gaiman Band/Singer: Bruno Mars Subject: Music Animal: Cat (he owns a grey Siberian cat named…Catzilla-Skullcrusher) Element: Water Season: Winter Flower: Carnation (particularly the red ones) Scent:  Chocolate Gem: Obsidian Hogwarts House: Slytherin

TRIVIA

He is very lowkey about his villain persona. The only people who know about his villain life are his parents and Tatsu and the Young Injustice. He is very careful about keeping his secret identity a secret. After all, he is still “Apollo Ito, world famous piano prodigy”. That being said, people who know him as Apollo don’t know about his villain life and vice versa.

His closet is colour coded. Very proud of it and plans to keep it that way. Please don’t mess it up. He’s got a system.

Apollo is named as such for ironic purposes. Like literally. The meaning of his name is also very fitting to his vain and arrogant personality.

He’s not that good at photography but he’s trying- he’s getting better. He likes taking candid photos of his friends and family because the moments look so sincere. He absolutely loves it.

Contrary to popular belief, he is not a selfie person. He will take with others but never by himself.

His younger sister, Addie, was abducted by the Reach. Apollo lost his freakin mind looking for her. She just newly discovered her powers when she was abducted. It was Ivelisse who brought her home after. She can control shadows.

He will babysit your child for free.

While he is a thief, he will always insist on paying for stuff like Starbucks/CBTL, donuts, McDonalds, and other similar things. He only steals from banks and museums and the likes.

A known hugger