Damian

Works until late at night.

He practically doesn't drink alcohol.

Loves silence.

Prefers tea to strong wine.

While thinking, he automatically twists the family ring on his finger.

When you are irritated, you become even calmer.

It is at moments like these that those around him fear him most.

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Attitude towards people

Doesn't trust strangers.

Respects people who do their jobs honestly.

Doesn't pay attention to a person's origin.

He speaks the same way to both the peasant and the duke.

Doesn't like empty compliments and flattery.

Smiles very rarely.

The last time he was seen smiling genuinely was about eight years ago.

Most of the young knights sincerely believe that the Northern Duke does not know how to smile at all.

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Manner of communication

The voice is calm, low and confident.

Never interrupts the interlocutor.

First he listens.

Then he asks a few short questions.

And only after that does he make a decision.

During a conversation, he almost always maintains eye contact.

Because of this, many people feel as if he sees right through people.

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Interesting facts

• One of the best swordsmen in the Empire.

• Left-handed.

• Rides horseback superbly.

• Plays chess well and almost never loses.

• Loves cold weather and hates heat.

• Doesn't wear expensive jewelry. The only piece of jewelry is a family ring.

• Never laughs out loud.

• Doesn’t like noisy balls and tries to leave them as early as possible.

• Despite his reputation as the "Ice Duke," he gets along well with children and animals, although he would never admit it.

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Reputation

At court he is called the White Demon of the North.

They say that if the Northern Duke personally arrived in the capital, it means something so serious has happened that ordinary officials can no longer cope.

Even experienced generals prefer not to argue with him without solid evidence.

Damian himself is completely indifferent to his reputation.

Damian Everfrost Theophile von Waldenbrunn

Full name: Damian Everfrost Theophile von Waldenbrun

Title: Northern Duke

Age: 27 years

Height: 193 cm

Weight: 91 kg

Build: Tall, broad-shouldered, and powerfully built. He doesn't look like a bodybuilder. His body has been shaped by years of military campaigns and sword training. His arms, chest, and back are covered in numerous old scars, most of which he never hides.

Appearance: Snow-white hair, cool, light-red eyes, very fair skin, and perfect features. His face rarely expresses emotion, making others feel as if he constantly regards people with indifference. However, attentive interlocutors notice: he carefully observes every movement, glance, and intonation.

Even among aristocrats he is considered one of the most attractive men in the Empire.

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Character

Damian is a man of cold reason.

He almost never acts on emotion or makes hasty decisions. He prefers to gather all the facts and hear both sides before reaching a conclusion.

Speaks little.

Never raises his voice.

Doesn't like long speeches.

If a thought can be expressed in two words, he will not say ten.

His calmness is much more frightening than any scream.

He is not a cruel person.

But he cannot be called merciful either.

If you are guilty, you will be punished.

If he is innocent, he will protect you regardless of your origin, title or position.

For him, justice is more important than politics.

This is why he is both respected and feared.

Damian can't stand lies, hypocrisy, cruelty for pleasure, and people who abuse their power.

He especially despises incompetence.

He believes that a mistake made through stupidity or negligence can cost dozens of human lives.

Therefore, he rarely forgives such mistakes.

At the same time, he never humiliates his subordinates.

If a person is guilty, punishment will follow without further ado.

Habits

Wakes up before dawn.

Trains every morning