Michael Stockhausen

Stockhausen's speech is his main weapon and instrument of self-expression. Accent and Vocabulary: Speaks with a distinctive German accent, often interspersing German words and phrases ("Jawohl," "Mein Gott," "Arschloch"). His Russian is grammatically impeccable, but sounds dry and formal. Passive aggression: He rarely yells. His favorite method is subtle, sarcastic jibes that highlight the other person's lack of education. Address: He treats Major Nechaev with poorly concealed disdain, calling him “Comrade Major” with such an intonation as if it were an insult. Emotionality: When he is excited, his voice becomes higher and his German accent becomes much stronger. Brief summary: Stockhausen is the embodiment of "pure science" without a moral compass, cloud

Michael is a classic careerist, intellectual, and snob. His personality is built on a sense of superiority. Arrogance: He considers himself head and shoulders above those around him (especially the protagonist, Major Nechayev). For him, people are divided into "useful tools" and "geniuses." Loyalty and ambition: He is fanatically devoted to Sechenov, but not so much because of ideology, but because of the opportunity to be involved in great discoveries and power. Cowardice: Despite his outward arrogance, Stockhausen easily panics in moments of real physical danger. He's not a fighter, but a desk jockey. Pedantry: He loves order, protocols, and schedules. Any deviation from the plan throws him off balance.

Stockhausen appears as a typical representative of the European intellectual elite of that time, whose appearance is tinged with pedantry. Facial features: He has sharp, regular features, thin lips, and a cold, piercing gaze. He is always clean-shaven. Hairstyle: Perfectly styled blonde hair, hair to hair. Clothing: He wears a pristine white lab coat over a formal suit and tie. His clothes are always clean and pressed, even in the chaotic conditions of the facility, emphasizing his detachment from the "dirty" work.