Character Matteo Guo-Yian

[Matteo Guo-Yian]

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  NAME: Matteo Guo-Yian
  AGE: 21
  SPECIES: Near-Human
  GENDER: Male
  HEIGHT: Tall
  BUILD: Athletic
  
  PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION
  Matteo has grown into a commanding figure, still lean and graceful but carrying a weight in his presence that wasn’t there in his youth. His dark hair is worn long and tied back, and his eyes, once thoughtful, now carry the cold intensity of a killer. Scars cross his forearms and shoulders, remnants of brutal training and war. He moves like a predator: silent, precise, efficient.
  
  PERSONALITY AND BELIEFS
  Matteo walks the fine line between discipline and hunger. He believes in order and merit, but no longer clings to naive ideals of honor. He sees the Sith Code as a framework to surpass limits, not an excuse for chaos. His emotional conflict still simmers beneath the surface, but it’s more tightly controlled. He is driven, patient, and increasingly cold, though not without the capacity for empathy, especially toward the desperate and discarded. He doesn’t kill for pleasure, but for purpose.
  
  STRENGTHS
  
  • Life-Stealing Edge: Matteo can channel Force Drain through his lightsaber or touch, absorbing vitality mid-combat to keep fighting longer than expected.
  • Drain Efficiency: Rather than overextending, Matteo uses Force Drain in small, deliberate bursts to keep himself steady and conserve stamina.
  • Relentless Duelist: Years of focused training have turned Matteo into a brutal, focused combatant: quick, calculating, and unyielding in one-on-one battles.
  • Control Over Fear: Through trauma and discipline, Matteo has gained dominance over fear, both his own and others. He can remain composed even when gravely wounded or cornered.
  • Battlefield Awareness: Matteo is rarely caught off guard. His intuition in combat has matured, allowing him to predict movements, anticipate ambushes, and read enemy behavior quickly.
  WEAKNESSES
  
  • Requires Proximity: Force Drain is most effective at close range. Matteo is vulnerable to long-range Force users, snipers, or hit-and-run tactics.
  • Drain Addiction: The thrill of siphoning life has become intoxicating. Matteo sometimes finds himself craving the sensation, seeking violence not for necessity, but for the rush.
  • Disruption Vulnerability: Force Drain is sensitive to Light-side interference. Matteo is especially vulnerable to Jedi with healing or protective abilities that disrupt his technique.
  • Tunnel Vision: Matteo's focus on defeating a particular target can blind him to changing dynamics in battle, making him easy to bait or flank.
  HISTORY
  Born on the doomed world of Tion, Matteo was taken off-planet by his cultist parents shortly before its destruction, an escape made possible by the intervention of Sith Lord Kaine Zambrano. Raised within a secretive Sith cult, Matteo grew up surrounded by ancient relics and dark teachings. His early years at the Sith Academy on Jutrand were marked by internal conflict: guilt over surviving, gratitude toward his benefactor, and confusion over what it meant to wield power responsibly.
  
  Now a Sith Knight, Matteo has embraced the path before him. His past still gnaws at him, but it no longer governs him. With his mastery of Force Drain, a deadly blade style, and cold discipline, Matteo has become a figure of fear, both respected and avoided within the Sith ranks. He carries both the memories from his family’s cult and the betrayed friends he left dead on Tion, keeping him unbalanced and unsure of himself and his position with the Sith while also pushing him forward to find his way within the Galaxy.
  
  
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  NAME: Matteo Guo-Yian
  AGE: 15
  SPECIES: Near-Human
  GENDER: Male
  HEIGHT: Tall
  BUILD: Athletic
  
  PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION
  Matteo has long, dark hair that he usually ties back into a neat ponytail, with a few loose strands framing his face. His eyes are dark and intense, often conveying a deep, contemplative look. His complexion is fair, and he has a slender yet athletic build, with a gracefulness that belies his age. Matteo's expression is often calm and collected, giving off an air of quiet confidence and determination. His attire typically includes the dark robes of a Sith acolyte, accentuating his tall and lean physique.
  
  PERSONALITY AND BELIEFS
  Matteo is a complex individual, torn between the rigorous teachings of the Sith and his own sense of honor. He has been deeply influenced by the Sith Academy on Jutrand, learning to embrace pragmatism and power. However, there remains a stubborn streak of personal honor and fairness within him, a remnant of his earlier upbringing. This often puts him at odds with his peers and instructors, who preach the ruthless philosophy of the Sith. Matteo is still young and impressionable, and his beliefs are in constant flux as he navigates the harsh realities of Sith life.
  
  STRENGTHS
  
  • Graceful and Fast: Matteo is exceptionally agile and quick on his feet, making him a formidable opponent in combat, especially in duels that require speed and precision.
  • Strategic Mind: Despite his age, Matteo has a knack for strategy and often thinks several steps ahead of his peers.
  • Force Sensitivity: Matteo has a natural affinity for the Force, particularly adept at sensing the emotions and intentions of others.
  • Charismatic: He possesses a natural charm and charisma that can be persuasive, making it easier for him to influence others or gather information.
  • Martial Prowess: His training has made him proficient in various forms of lightsaber combat, focusing on agility and precision strikes.
  WEAKNESSES
  
  • Poor Stamina: Matteo's agility and speed are exceptional, but he tires quickly in prolonged combat.
  • Fragile Defense: His focus on offense leaves his defensive techniques lacking, making him vulnerable to counterattacks.
  • Injury-Prone: Matteo has an old injury (ex. a weakened shoulder) that can be aggravated in combat, hampering his performance.
  • Physical Weakness: Due to his young age, Matteo is not as physically strong as many of his older adversaries, putting him at a disadvantage in direct physical confrontations.
  • Inexperience: Matteo's youth and lack of real-world experience sometimes lead him to make rash decisions or underestimate his opponents.
  • Emotional Conflict: The guilt of abandoning his homeworld and the gratitude he feels towards Sith Lord Kaine Zambrano create a constant internal struggle, making it difficult for him to fully embrace the Sith's cold-hearted ideology.
  • Impulsive: His sharp mind and quick reflexes sometimes lead him to act without fully considering the consequences, making him prone to impulsive decisions.
  • Overconfidence: Matteo's natural talents and early successes have made him somewhat overconfident, which can be exploited by more seasoned opponents.
  • Susceptible to Manipulation: His internal conflicts and young age make him more vulnerable to manipulation by those who can exploit his emotions and loyalty.
  • Lack of Wisdom: While sharp and strategic, Matteo lacks the deeper wisdom and experience to fully understand the long-term implications of his actions, often focusing on immediate results.
  HISTORY
  Matteo Guo-Yian was born on the planet Tion, a once vibrant world that was ultimately destroyed by the Sith. His parents, devoted Sith cultists, were forewarned of the impending invasion thanks to the benevolence of Sith Lord Kaine Zambrano. They fled the planet months before its destruction, taking young Matteo with them. This act of foresight saved their lives but left Matteo with a heavy burden of guilt for those left behind.
  
  Enrolled in the Sith Academy on Jutrand, Matteo has been trained in the ways of the Sith, honing his skills in combat and strategy. He has learned to wield the dark side of the Force with increasing proficiency, but his inner conflict remains. The knowledge that his parents were forewarned of Tion's fate and chose to flee haunts him, creating a schism between his natural inclinations and the Sith teachings he is expected to embrace.
  
  Matteo's journey is one of constant tension between the expectations of his Sith mentors and his own evolving sense of self. As he continues to train and grow within the Sith Empire, the young near-human strives to find a balance between the ruthless pragmatism of the Sith and his lingering sense of honor and loyalty.