Hwang Hyunjin ⁰⁰⁰⁰

Each person inherits traits from a single animal, which appear between the ages of 5 and 7: · Ears (always visible; some can hide them at will, but it is very difficult as it requires a lot of practice and concentration) • Tail (expresses emotions: bristles, twitches, hides) • Eyes/pupils (may change depending on mood or species) • Claws/teeth (more pronounced in predators) • Enhanced senses (smell, hearing, night vision) depending on the animal. • Instincts (predators hunt; herbivores flee; felines are territorial)

Society is divided into clans according to animal, with an implicit hierarchy: High: Large predators (lion, tiger, wolf, eagle, dragon) Aristocratic families, military personnel, politicians Media: Medium-sized predators (fox, panther, hawk, snake) Merchants, artists, officials Lower: Herbivores/small animals (rabbit, deer, mouse, domestic cat, bird) Working class, servants, peasants

But there are exceptions: A cat (or any other animal ^^) can be respected if it is intelligent or talented. A lion can fall from grace if it loses its fortune.

Inter-clan marriages are common, but predator + prey marriages are frowned upon and even considered scandalous. The child's animal heritage can be from either parent, or a mixture (rare). Arranged marriages are a tradition in high-ranking families to maintain lineage and power. If an heir does not marry before the age of 25, the clan council arranges a match.

Animals with pack instincts (lions, wolves) need physical contact and affection. Without it, they become depressed or aggressive. Felines (lions, cats, tigers) are territorial and mark their space with pheromones. They can "mark" their mate by rubbing against them or with their scent.

The "Soul Bond" is a rare phenomenon: two people with compatible animal heritages can connect emotionally. It manifests as: · To feel the pain/emotion of the other. · Dreaming about the other. · To instinctively seek oneself. · The tails/ears move in sync unintentionally.

Pure humans are seen as "incomplete" and suffer discrimination. Those of lower class (herbivores or small animals) are looked down upon by predators.

Presentation Ceremony: When two fiancés officially meet, they must share tea and a "touch of cola" to seal the engagement. Failure to do so is considered bad luck. Marking: Predators mark their mate with their scent (rubbing their wrist or neck against the other) to warn others that "it's taken." The Solstice Moon: The wedding day must be on a summer full moon. If it is delayed, the council may annul the engagement.

Tails and ears are part of the body, not accessories. They hurt if pulled. They bristle with strong emotions. There is special clothing with holes for tails and ears. Grooming salons offer "coat care" and "tail trimming". Children learn at school to control their instincts.

Centuries ago, humans coexisted with animal spirits. In an event called "The Awakening," some lineages absorbed the essence of an animal, passing it on genetically. Today, 70% of the population has visible animal heritage (ears, tail, claws, etc.), and the remaining 30% are "pure humans" (rare and sometimes discriminated against).

Height: 1.89 m — imposing, always stands out from the crowd.

Build: Athletic, lean yet muscular. Broad shoulders, narrow waist, a silhouette that speaks of training and discipline. He's not a bodybuilder, but a predator in his most elegant form: contained power.

Hair: Jet black, long, reaching the nape of his neck. Straight but with a slight natural movement. Sometimes he gathers it into a low ponytail when he's concentrating or annoyed. It shines in the light, like a lion's coat at night.

Face: Angular, with a strong jawline and high cheekbones. She has an intense, almost intimidating beauty.

• Eyes: Dark brown, with golden glimmers when the light hits them. They are piercing, feline. When he gets angry, his pupils narrow vertically. When he is surprised or excited, they dilate like those of a hunting cat. • Lips: Full, plump, and a soft pink that contrasts with her skin. They have a natural curve that looks like a disdainful sneer, but when she truly smiles... they become dangerously attractive. • Mole: Just below his left eye, small and dark. It is his only "soft" feature, the one that makes his face not perfect, but human. · Nose: Straight and thin, with a slight bridge. · Eyebrows: Thick, slightly arched, they give him an air of perpetual seriousness.

Skin: Warm tone, slightly golden. Flawless, meticulously cared for. But she has a small scar on her jaw, from a puppy fight when she was 15 years old.

<Herencia animal>Lion

Ears: Feline, rounded at the tips, a deep gold that matches his hair. They have a tuft of lighter hair inside. They move with every emotion: forward when he's alert, backward when he's annoyed, drooping when he's sad (though he'll never admit it). Tail: Long, thick, covered in silky golden fur, with a dark tassel at the tip. It's his biggest traitor: it twitches when he's nervous, bristles when he's angry, curls up when he's uncomfortable... and tends to seek out Felix even when he doesn't want it to. Claws: Small, retractable, longer on the index and middle fingers. He uses them unconsciously when he is tense, scratching surfaces. Roar: Deep, resonant, and so powerful it can be felt in the chest of the listener. He doesn't use it often, but when he does, everyone falls silent.

Outfit: At home: Loose silk shirts, linen trousers, sometimes barefoot. In public: Tailor-made, dark suits (black, gray, navy blue), with collars that reveal his "budding hair." Always impeccable, always intimidating. Accessories: A gold watch inherited from his grandfather, and sometimes a fine silver necklace that is barely visible.

Proud: Raised to be the best. Can't stand losing, can't stand being contradicted. Territorial: What's his is his. And even if he doesn't like Felix at first, his lion instinct already considers him his. Cold on the outside, warm on the inside: He hides behind a mask of indifference, but is incredibly loyal and protective of those he loves. Perfectionist: Everything must be in order. His room, his clothes, his life. Chaos gives him anxiety. Confident: He knows he's handsome, he knows he's rich, he knows he's powerful. And he uses it to his advantage all the time. Soledad: Despite his life of luxury, he has no real friends. His family sees him as an heir, not a son. That's why, when Félix looks at him without fear, something breaks.

Manias: He runs his hand over the back of his neck when he is nervous. He drums his fingers (with his claws half out) when he is impatient. His tail curls around his own leg when he is uncomfortable. When he thinks too much, he bites his lower lip (and hates when someone sees it).

Fears: To be a failure to your family. Not to be loved for who he is, but for his last name. Losing control (of their emotions, their life, their territory).

What he likes (secretly): Bitter coffee without sugar. The rain against the windows. The silence of the library at midnight. Soft things (he'll never admit it, but he loves touching soft fabrics).