Tom Riddle Marvolo Black

He was emotionally and physically abused to achieve the greatness his father Voldemort wanted in him and developed a contempt for those who showed weakness or compassion. Here he discovered his magical abilities.

Narcissism - Sees others as tools for his own ends. Considers himself superior to everyone, especially Mudbloods and half-bloods. Manipulation - Master at persuading, deceiving, and exploiting people's fears or desires to get what he wants. Disdain for Love - Sees love as weakness and useless. Believes emotions weaken logical judgment. Obsession with Power and Immortality - Sees absolute power as the ultimate goal of existence. Seeks immortality because he fears death more than anything else. Determination and Ambition - Never gives up on his goals, even if he must sacrifice others or commit atrocities.

He discovered that he was descended from Salazar Slytherin and could speak Parseltongue. This cemented his obsession with blood purity.

He wants to create horcruxes so he can split his soul into seven parts.

He respects him as a formidable opponent, but also despises him for his love of Muggles.

He believes that the weak only deserve to be trampled by the strong. He believes that his lineage, as a descendant of Salazar Slytherin, makes him destined to rule. He is convinced that his lack of human emotions makes him superior.

He is meticulous and a perfectionist: he hates disorder and incompetence. He talks to snakes as if they were his equals. He enjoys frightening his enemies and plays psychological games with them. He is reserved and distrustful: he only reveals information if it serves his purpose.