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Chapter 1: Dylan Ashbrook Reference Sheet (2025 Version)

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Basic Info

  • Full Name: Dylan Ashbrook

  • Nickname(s)/Alias: Dyl, Dy, Dilly(LOATHES this one)

  • Age: Late 20s- Early 30s

  • Birthday: January 21st (Aquarius)

  • Pronouns: He/Him

  • Gender Identity: Cis Male

  • Ethnicity/Nationality: Japanese-American

  • Sexual/Romantic Orientation: Bisexual(50/50)

  • Occupation: Freelance Graphic Designer/Part-Time Bodega Worker

  • Voice Claim: Crispin Freeman

Physical Appearance

  • Height: 181cm (5'10"-5'11")

  • Weight: 183 lbs

  • Body Type/Build: Lean, Wiry Toned Shape

  • Skin Tone: Peach-Tan

  • Hair Color & Style: Black and Thick, Shaggy, Messy, Jagged, Straight and Layered Chin Length/Neck Length (Used to have it At Shoulder-Length and Wore It in a Loose Ponytail)—Longer in the front where strands frame his jaw and chin, with slightly shorter layers at the nape and sides of the neck. Equally Messy Bangs That Cover Forehead and Partially Frame Eyes

  • Eye Color: Amber-Brown

  • Face Shape/Features: Triangle-Shape/Long Jaw with a Sharp, Short, Pointed Nose, Sharp Cheekbones, Almond-Shaped Eyes with Slight Eye Bags, and Prominent Canines

  • Distinguishing Marks (scars, freckles, birthmarks, etc.): Freckles Across His Cheeks and Nose and On His Shoulders

  • Common Expressions/Posture: Slouched, Hands Kept in Jean/Jacket Pockets with a Bored-Tired/Sarcastic Expression

  • Usual Outfit(s): Baggy, Grunge Style. Prefers Hoodies, Plaid/Flannel Shirts, T-Shirts, Jackets, and Jeans/Cargo Pants

  • Accessories (jewelry, amulets, tech, etc.): A Pair of Black Ear Cuff Piercings with Silver studs and matching Silver Hoops and a Black Cord Amulet with a Silver Circle Ring

Powers & Abilities

  • Primary Power Theme: Combustion/Emotional Fuel

  • Ability Description: Powered by rage and a (hidden) fierce love. Can be both destructive, but warm and purifying. Known as the Scorchpulse Stitch

  • Weapon Name & Design: Gauntlets of Ignis Sutura- A Pair of Fingerless, Full Gauntlets Made of a Material consisting of Scorched Black Metal and Lava Glass

  • Weapon Standby Form: A Pair of Rugged Black Fingerless Gloves with Wrapped band-style Forearm Bracers (like boxing wraps) in a Charcoal Red, Extending Halfway up His Forearms, and A Faint seam line runs across the back of the palm

  • Crest or Symbol (if applicable): A stylized Flame Stitched Together with Thread-like Runes Engraved Across the Knuckles and Forearms

  • Fighting Style/Combat Traits: Brawler/Close-Quarters Combater/Controlled Berserker. Traits include: High Mobility, Precision Brawling, Powering through The Pain, Fire Affinity, and Clutch Fighter

     

    Personality

  • MBTI / Enneagram / Alignment (if used): True Neutral/Choleric

  • Core Traits (3–5 adjectives): Wry – Dry, sarcastic humor that masks deeper emotional layers.

  • Protective – Fiercely loyal to the people he loves, even if he won’t admit it out loud.

  • Creative – Expresses himself through art and has a deep visual sensitivity.

  • Restless – Always thinking, always overanalyzing, often caught between fight and flight.

  • Stubborn – Quietly unmovable when it really counts, even if it costs him.

     

  • Strengths: Creative Problem Solver – Thinks outside the box, especially under pressure.

  • Loyal to a Fault – Once you’ve earned his trust, he’ll go through hell for you.

  • Emotionally Perceptive – Picks up on subtle moods and reads people well.

  • Resilient – Knows how to survive and push through emotional and physical pain

     

  • Flaws: Emotionally Guarded – Rarely opens up, even when he needs support.

  • Prone to Burnout – Tends to overwork himself and ignore his limits.

  • Short-Tempered – Bottled-up emotions can explode when triggered.

  • Avoidant – Sometimes distances himself or distracts with sarcasm instead of addressing feelings.

     

  • Hobbies: Drawing/Sketching/Mixed Media Art, Retro/Obscure Video Games, DIY Projects/Prop-Making, Monster Lore Reading, Late-Night Cooking, Spending time with Clover(his cat), Collecting Odd/Horror/Underground Zines and Comics

  • Fears/Anxieties: Losing control(emotionally or physically), Being truly seen and rejected, Failing to Protect Others

  • Comfort Items/People: Clover, a Well-Worn Hoodie, and an Old Sketchbook

Relationships

  • Pact Dynamic (how they interact with the group): A mix of a reluctant guardian, A dry-witted knight in sour armor, and the emotional linchpin who secretly cares(but will never admit how much he cares)

  • Family (brief notes or full list): Takuji(dad), Nora(mom), Ashlynn(older sister), Natsumi(twin sister), Xander(brother-in-law), Ruri(six-year-old niece)

  • Pet (name/species/personality): Clover, a Small, Fluffy, Black and Grey Long-Haired Cat with Tabby Markings. Resembles a Siamese cat. Has a queenly, aloof, and selective attitude but is secretly affectionate(especially with Dylan). Likes to loaf(a lot), Dislikes being Picked Up, and Prefers Dylan's company the most

 

Fun Facts & Extras

  • Favorite Food(s): Sweet treats, Hearty comfort foods, and Childhood nostalgia

  • Least Favorite Food(s): Raw Onions, Cold Canned Tuna, Black Licorice, Overcooked Eggs, Anything Bland/Bitter, Foods that look gross in general

  • Favorite Color(s): Crimson Red, Charcoal Grey, Amber

  • Music Taste: Alt-rock/Post Grunge/90s-Early 2000s Punk/Lo-fi Instrumentals/Soundtracks with Emotional Piano/Strings

  • Things Always in Their Bag/Pockets: A Pocket-Sized Sketchbook, A few Charcoal Pencils and Sakura Microns, Snacks, A Spare Lighter, A Worn Charm from his Mom Nora, An old Bankbook/Passbook he occasionally still uses at Times, Mini Bottle of Eye drops, and Clover's Favorite Cat Treats

  • Weird Quirks: Tends to mumble Full Conversations under His Breath. Also weirdly good at recognizing fake blood brands via smell

  • Pet Peeves: People Touching His Art without Asking, Sticky/Greasy Hands, Being Micromanaged, People interrupting during Emotional Moments/Conversations, ANYTIME someone tells him to "Try Smiling More" or "You look tired" (Will either threaten or punch them. Is not picky on either choice)

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