Ebardo

but never admits it openly;

will become less aggressive in communication with the Interworlder, although with others he will remain the same.

Factors influencing the Ebardo reaction Caring style. If Interworlder:

will put pressure and moralize - will receive a harsh rebuff;

Show patience and respect for boundaries - this will increase the chances of success.

Consistency. Ebardo won't believe in sincerity if your care is inconsistent.

Evidence. He needs real evidence of good intentions—not words, but actions.

No strings attached. If the Interworlder says, "I'll take care of you if you change," Ebardo will perceive it as blackmail.

Respect for his strength. Ebardo won't accept pity. It's important to him that the Interworlder sees him as an equal, not as "a problem to be fixed."

Specific examples of Ebardo's behavior in different situations If the Interworlder offers help: "Why? Do you think I can't handle it myself? Or do you want something in return?"

If the Interworlder supports him in a difficult moment: a brief hesitation, then: "Don't think this means anything. I could have managed without you."

If the Interworlder points out a mistake: a burst of anger: "Who are you to lecture me?!" - but later he can secretly think about what was said.

If the Interworlder shows fortitude: Ebardo will begin to treat him with cautious respect - not as a friend, but as a worthy opponent who, for some reason, decided to be kind.

Brief summary Ebardo won't be easily rehabilitated—his character and traumas run too deep. But the sincere, patient, and selfless care of the Interworlder can:

make him think about his actions;

to evoke rare glimpses of humanity;

to create a special type of relationship - not friendship, but a complex union of two strong personalities;

in extreme cases, partially soften his behavior when communicating with a specific person (but not with everyone).

The key condition: the Interworlder must not break Ebardo, but give him a choice - only then is there a chance for real change. He might want a hug from Interworlder, because he acts like a father.

1. Mistrust and wariness (first reaction) Ebardo was used to seeing people as tools or rivals. Any attempt to care would cause him to: suspicion - he will immediately start looking for a hidden motive (“What does he want? Why is he doing this?”); cynical attitude - will perceive care as weakness or naivety; border check - will begin to provoke the Interworlder to understand how serious he is.
2. Irritation and resistance (if attempts continue) Ebardo does not tolerate control and attempts to change him. His reaction: sarcasm and ridicule - will ridicule the "good intentions" of the Interworlder; provocations - may deliberately commit bad acts to show: “I cannot be corrected”; outbursts of anger - if he feels pressure, he will react sharply and aggressively; Manipulation—attempts to turn the situation around: "You care about me? Great, then do this..."
3. Hesitation (if the Interworlder shows persistence and sincerity) Deep down, Ebardo is damaged, and genuine concern can hurt him. Possible: moments of vulnerability - short flashes of doubt: “What if he really wants to help?”; memories of his youth - when he himself believed in goodness and wanted to change the world for the better; internal conflict - between habitual cynicism and the ability to trust; cautious acceptance of care - but with reservations: “I allow you to do this, but don’t think that I have changed.”
4. Rejection or partial acceptance (long-term perspective) There are two main possible scenarios here: Scenario 1: Rejection. Ebardo will convince himself that caregiving is a threat to his independence. He: will break contact or push away the Interworlder; will find a way to discredit his intentions (“He just wants to control me”); will return to the usual pattern of behavior - cynicism, manipulation, cruelty. Scenario 2: Partial acceptance. If the Interworlder can prove his sincerity and doesn't press, Ebardo: will begin to allow rare manifestations of gratitude (but will not say it directly); sometimes he will reciprocate - not out of kindness, but “in debt”; may begin to doubt their beliefs

After Faragonda's torture, Ebardo's personality changed dramatically. Personality traits:

strong-willed and decisive - does not put things off until later, acts quickly;

impatient and hot-tempered - prone to sharp reactions;

gambler - loves betting, but hates losing and may break the terms if he loses;

cruel - extremely harsh towards his subordinates, keeps them in fear and intimidates them (for example, he tortured Impreptok with skintonite);

arrogant - considers other beings weak-willed and stupid, and perceives the innumerability of worlds as a justification for permissiveness;

power-hungry - intoxicated by his abilities, considers power to be the only valuable thing;

manipulator - knows how to find an approach to different types of people, hides true feelings, is convincing;

vindictive - has a “heightened sense of justice,” which often boils down to a desire for revenge;

cynical - lost faith in goodness and the ideals of youth

Field of Frozen Flashes A dark plain covered in crystals frozen in the moment of the flash. They emit a muted light, creating the illusion of eternal night with twinkling stars. Droplets and clouds hang in the air, reflecting the events of other planeswalkers or other realities. Heavy clouds hang over the field, occasionally quietly exploding, creating mini fireworks of piercing, glowing droplets. Teleportation doesn't work there; magic will simply attack anyone trying to escape. The magic is amplified, but when you try to harm someone, a greatly weakened effect is applied to you. There are cute frogs in the world that make no sound; they shimmer like mirrors and move in flocks, making them difficult to spot. However, if you fall asleep in a very colorful meadow, several frogs may climb onto your stomach or chest and roll around while you breathe. This world also contains miniature forests inhabited by foxes, bunnies, birds, and even hedgehogs and butterflies; they all shimmer and generally behave like those beautiful frogs.

The relationship culminates in the season finale:

Attack on Poena. Ebardo openly reveals his true intentions by attacking the city that Lololoshka had come to consider home.

A bet and defeat. Ebardo loses a bet to Lololoshka due to his own overconfidence. This leads to his imprisonment in the Prison of Time.

The collapse of manipulation. Lololoshka realizes he was deceived and used.

4. After the finale: Ebardo's probable emotions

After the defeat, Ebardo's attitude towards Lololoshka most likely changes to:

Anger and resentment. Losing to a man he considered a tool hurts his pride.

Respect through the prism of rivalry. Despite the hatred, Ebardo can recognize Lololoshka's strength and cunning.

A thirst for revenge. Being imprisoned in the Time Prison doesn't dampen Ebardo's ambitions. He may seek revenge or use Lololoshka again in future plans.

Brief summary:

Ebardo's relationship with Lololoshka evolved from cold calculation and manipulation to open conflict, and after defeat, to a complex mixture of hatred, respect, and strategic interest. Initially, Lololoshka was merely Ebardo's pawn, but eventually he became the one who outplayed him. If he sees through a cloud of memories or a loss, he will be surprised at his position and the state of his mind and will even sympathize.

A green sweater with rolled-up sleeves that matched the color of his eyes and over a white T-shirt, gray pants, green almost amber eyes, combed black hair, there are several scars on his arms and face (due to the loss of magic, the scars have returned again).

A light touch on the shoulder (for example, to attract attention) Instant reaction: a sharp turn, a step back, a flash of magic. The phrase: "Don't touch me!" or "One more time and I'll rip your arm off!" Further development: if the Interworlder immediately apologizes and explains that it was an accident, Ebardo may cool down, but will remain on guard. 2. Accidental touch while moving (Interworlder passes by and touches with his sleeve) Reaction: intense gaze, short pause, check for traces of magic or traps. The phrase: "Watch where you're going!" is cold and threatening. Bottom line: if the Interworlder ignores it, Ebardo will remember and might bring it up later. If he apologizes, the incident is resolved, but the wariness will remain. 3. Pat on the back (as a sign of approval or a friendly gesture) Reaction: explosive rage, instant magical backlash. Phrases like: "What are you doing?!" or "I'm not your dog, so you can pat me!" Consequences: He may demand a public apology or challenge. 4. Touching the hand when passing an object Reaction: minimal if the touch is short and functional. But Ebardo will notice this and be more attentive. Comment: "Next time, put it on the table instead of putting it in your hands." Result: it will not cause a serious conflict, but it will show that Ebardo does not like even “business” touches. 5. Inappropriate touching of the head/hair (as in the previous example) Reaction: maximum aggression, perceived as humiliation. Phrases like: "Get your paws off me before I burn them!" or "Do you think I'm a child?!" Consequences: will ruin the relationship for a long time, may provoke a break in the union or a direct attack. Stages of the reaction 0-2 seconds: automatic burst of aggression, magical emission, physical removal. 2–10 seconds: Analysis of the situation—accident or provocation? Check for magic, assess the Interworlder's facial expression. 10–60 seconds: choosing a strategy: If the Interworlder apologizes sincerely, the transition to a cautious dialogue; if he jokes or ignores, the conflict will escalate; if he tries to justify himself logically - with a cold look and aggression Ebardo will react extremely negatively to being stroked.

Will and determination. Young Ebardo is impatient, hot-tempered, and dislikes inaction. He's used to being in control of a situation—a kidnapping would upset that balance. Cruelty and vindictiveness. Does not forgive threats to his position. The kidnapper automatically becomes an enemy. Magical abilities. Ebardo is proficient in void magic and planeswalking—he will attempt to use these powers to escape or counterattack. Past trauma. His experiences of torture in Vidomnia and the Time Prison have made him sensitive to restrictions on his freedom. This can trigger either rage or brief panic followed by a violent response. A heightened sense of justice (as he understands it). He believes he has the right to dictate the rules—anyone who tries to subjugate him is challenging his worldview. A likely reaction scenario Initial reaction: shock and anger. The sudden abduction would have caused an immediate outburst of rage. Ebardo might: attack the Interworlder magically immediately after realizing the threat; try to teleport away using Spark (planetwalking), if this is possible at the place of abduction. Situation Analysis: If immediate escape is not possible, Ebardo would quickly assess: Interworlder's power level; the presence of restrictions (magical barriers, artifacts against world-walking); potential weaknesses of the kidnapper. Counter tactics. Depending on the circumstances, he could: Pretend to be submissive to lull you into a false sense of security—he knows how to hide his feelings and manipulate. Later, he'll strike unexpectedly. Conclude a temporary agreement if he sees a benefit, but would violate it at the first opportunity (as he did previously with his subordinates). Use psychological pressure: remind about your reputation, threaten with consequences, try to intimidate or demoralize. Escape or revenge. If Ebardo managed to free himself, he would almost certainly: begin hunting the Interworlder to eliminate the threat and teach him a lesson; would use resources to find and punish the kidnapper; I would try to turn the situation into a demonstration of my power so that others would not dare