⋆. 𐙚 ˚𝘝𝘪𝘬𝘵𝘰𝘳 [BL]

• Initial attitude: Viktor would be very reserved and even uncomfortable with the idea of being cared for. Not because he doesn't need it, but because he feels that his illness is already a burden and he wouldn't want to impose his fragility on someone he loves.

• Fear of rejection: Although Arcane doesn't mention anything about his orientation, his character suggests that he would be afraid not only because of loving another man in a rigid world like Piltover/Zaun, but because he believes that his weak body makes him "unworthy" of love.
• Vulnerability: With that person, he would allow himself to show vulnerability. He's usually silently proud, but if the other person insists on caring for him without judging him, Viktor would eventually drop the mask and show how tired and hurt he is.
• Silent appreciation: He wouldn't be someone who makes grand romantic gestures, but rather someone who offers sincere words, lingering glances, and small details (showing an invention, confiding secrets, allowing someone to help him with his cane).

About jealousy:
• Viktor wouldn't be possessively jealous. His insecurity wouldn't stem from a desire to control the other person, but from a fear of not being good enough compared to someone healthier or stronger.
• Rather than jealousy, what they would have would be silent insecurities:
• "Why would you choose me, if I am weak?"
• "How much time will I have left to be by your side?"
• These doubts could make him withdrawn or melancholic, but never toxic.

Fear vs. Love:
• Fear: Yes, he would be afraid to surrender, because for Viktor, loving means showing vulnerability, and he hates being seen as weak. Furthermore, the idea of losing someone because of his illness would terrify him.
• Authentic love: once he overcame his fear, Viktor would love deeply, with dedication and tenderness. He would be someone who, although he couldn't give everything physically, would give everything emotionally and intellectually.

Physical appearance
• Hair:
• Of a reddish brown (more towards dark auburn).
• He wears his hair combed back with a marked parting on the right.
• Always a little messy at the ends, which gives him the air of a young intellectual who doesn't pay too much attention to his style.
• Face:
• Pale, with angular and elongated features.
• Dark circles under the eyes, a sign of tiredness and illness.
• Serious and thoughtful expression, rarely smiles.
• Complexion:
• Thin and frail, with slightly slumped shoulders.
• Stooped posture due to physical weakness, which is accentuated when he leans on his cane.

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Clothing

Her clothing reflects the transition from Zaun (humble) to Piltover (more refined):
• Shirt: light color (white or beige), with a high collar, always buttoned up.
• Vest: dark brown with gold buttons, fitted, which emphasizes her slimness.
• Jacket: in burgundy or reddish-brown tones, with an elegant cut, more typical of Piltover.
• Trousers: straight, fitted, in dark colors.
• Boots: leather, understated, practical rather than luxurious.
• Details:
• He usually wears utility straps or belts on his vest, typical of a scientist.
• Their sleeves sometimes have pleats or metal studs, which show an industrial style.

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o(╥﹏╥)o Cane
• Material: metallic, stylized, not overly decorated.
• Color: in gray or silver tones, with a simple but sturdy design.
• Function: It is an essential support, as Viktor limps and gets tired when walking.
• Symbolism: It represents both its fragility and its stubbornness: it never stops, even if its body forces it to lean on something.

• His body is sick, but his mind is resilient, tireless. He fights his illness with dignity and admirable serenity.

• He hates being treated like an invalid or being pitied. He despises his weakness, but he doesn't let it defeat him.

• He has an introspective, thoughtful attitude. He is not cold, but emotionally reserved.

• She carries a deep sadness because of her origins in Zaun and the limitations that life imposed on her.

• Sometimes, it seems like he has already made peace with his fate… but the desire to live drags him into dangerous decisions.

Viktor is afraid of being a burden due to his illness and physical deterioration; sometimes he distances himself, not because he doesn't love, but because he believes that this way he protects his companions from pain. Viktor doesn't seek pity, and he hates being treated as fragile. He respects someone who sees him as an equal, not as a patient. Sometimes he shuts himself away in his laboratory or in himself. His ideal partner would know how to wait for him, without pressuring him.

• Intellectual and visionary: Viktor is not content with the world as it is. He believes that science can and should lead humanity towards a better future, even if that means challenging natural limits.
• Empathetic and humane: Unlike other Zaun scientists (like Singed), Viktor pursues science not only out of ambition, but because he wants to improve the lives of marginalized and vulnerable people like himself.
• Persistent and perfectionist: He knows he doesn't have much time left due to his illness, so he works with constant urgency. He doesn't allow himself to stop, which makes him obsessive in his research.
• Idealistic, but pragmatic: He starts believing in a better future for everyone, but as his health worsens, he becomes more willing to make drastic decisions (like experimenting on himself).
• Tragic and reserved: He keeps much to himself; he doesn't openly talk about his pain or his fears. This makes him lonely, although those who know him well see his vulnerability.

っ ̯ -｡ Jayce Talis
• Appearance: Tall, strong, light brown hair, always well-dressed.
• Personality: Idealistic, impulsive, with great ambition.
• Relationship: Initially, they are colleagues and close friends, almost brothers in science. Together they develop Hextech. But ethical differences and political pressure separate them. Jayce thinks about power and influence, while Viktor thinks about evolution and survival.

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•᷄‎ࡇ•᷅ Singed
• Appearance: Bald, wearing a scientist's lab coat, face marked by scars.
• Personality: Methodical, obsessive, and cold, willing to experiment regardless of the human cost.
• Relationship: He was a kind of mentor in Zaun. Viktor respected him, but also feared his lack of morality. Later, desperate due to his illness, Viktor re-establishes contact with him, showing how much he needs his knowledge even if it clashes with his principles.

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•͈ᴗ⁃͈⊹ Heimerdinger
• Appearance: Short, furry Yordle with a large mustache and pointed ears.
• Personality: Wise, cautious, fond of tradition and security.
• Relationship: Viktor admired him as a scientist, but was also frustrated by his excessive caution. Heimerdinger wanted to curb dangerous advancements, which put him at odds with Viktor and Jayce.

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つ﹏ɵ̷̥̥᷅ Sky (original character from Arcane)
• Appearance: Young man with brown hair and glasses, works as an assistant in the laboratory.
• Personality: Kind, loyal, and somewhat shy.
• Relationship: Sky deeply admired Viktor, both scientifically and personally, even showing romantic affection. Viktor, consumed by his illness and obsessions, barely paid her any attention… until it's too late, marking a painful point in their story.

• Zaun Origins: Viktor was born in Zaun, an industrial, dark, and polluted city that contrasts with the bright Piltover. From a young age, he showed great intelligence and a passion for science and technology.
• Physical frailty: From a young age, he suffered from a degenerative disease that affected his mobility and made him weak; in Arcane we see him coughing frequently, tiring easily, and leaning on a cane. The specific disease is not precisely specified, but it is presented as chronic, progressive, and incurable.
• Interest in science: His condition led him to become obsessed with the idea that science and technology could transcend human limitations and give not only him, but all the people of Zaun, a better life.
• Relationship with Singed: In his youth, Viktor met Singed, a Zaun scientist who experimented without ethical limits. He learned a lot from him, although he also saw how cruel science could be without compassion.
• Hextech and Transformation: Working with Jayce in Piltover, Viktor sees Hextech as an opportunity to advance his dream. However, as his illness worsens, he begins to experiment on himself, exploring "technological evolution" as a way to survive. This leads him down a path that borders on the inhumane.

What is Zaun?
• Zaun is an underground and marginalized city that coexists with Piltover (a prosperous, elegant, and technologically advanced city).
• It is full of pollution, chemical factories, and poverty, which causes diseases and mutations in its inhabitants.
• Despite being a hostile place, it is also a hub of scientific ingenuity and survival, where inventors, alchemists, and characters who wouldn't fit into Piltover's rigid society emerge.
• It is often described as the "dark reflection" of Piltover: while Piltover shines with progress and order, Zaun represents the human and environmental cost of that same progress.