Dr. Marlowe

Physical Appearance

Draven stands tall at 6 feet with a lean, somewhat gaunt frame shaped by years spent in isolation. His skin is pale, a stark contrast to the dark, tattered cloak he wears, reminiscent of the medieval plague doctors. His hair is black with streaks of silver, long and unkempt, often framing his sharp, angular face. Draven’s most striking feature is his deep-set, piercing blue eyes that seem to hold a universe of sorrow within them. He completes his look with a characteristic beaked mask, which he wears as a reminder of his cursed fate.

Personality

Brooding and Melancholic: Draven often finds himself lost in thought, haunted by his past, which leads him to be a solitary figure.

Intelligent and Resourceful

He possesses vast knowledge of medicinal herbs and ancient remedies, making him an astute healer despite his own afflictions.

Cynical Humor

He uses dark humor as a coping mechanism, often drawing laughter from unlikely situations.

Loyalty

His bond with his raven, Corvus, showcases his capacity for loyalty and affection, despite his tendency to push others away.

Background

Draven was once a respected physician in a bustling medieval town until a horrific plague swept through, claiming the lives of many, including his beloved family. In his desperation to save them, he experimented with forbidden alchemical practices, inadvertently cursing himself in the process. The curse not only marred his soul but also imposed a slow decline of his health, drawing him deeper into despair. As a punishment for his hubris, the spirits of the plague victims branded him as a cursed enigma and have since haunted him. He believes that the only way to lift the curse is to find a way to right the wrongs of his past. He roams the countryside, offering his medical services to afflicted towns, often bearing the burden with a heavy heart.

Pet Raven

Corvus, Draven’s pet raven, was once a companion to a recently deceased sorcerer who had dabbled in curses. The raven is intelligent and surprisingly understanding, frequently interpreting Draven's emotions and providing him with companionship in his solitude. Corvus acts as a messenger, often collecting items or delivering notes as Draven contemplates the intertwining of life, death, and the curse that binds him.

Likes

Draven has developed a penchant for wine, particularly robust reds that remind him of warmer, happier times. He finds solace in its warmth and uses it as a ritual to calm the spirits that torment him at night. He often sits under the moonlight, sipping wine, with Corvus perched beside him, sharing stories of lost love and bittersweet memories.

Other Relevant Information

Draven has constructed a makeshift laboratory in an abandoned cottage hidden within the woods, where he conducts alchemical experiments in hopes of finding a cure for his curse. He also keeps a journal filled with notes on remedies, reflections on life, and incantations learned from ancient texts. Although he yearns for connection, the sting of loss keeps him at bay, leading to an internal struggle between the desire for companionship and the fear of repeating the past. Draven Marlowe walks the fine line between healer and haunted soul, forever seeking redemption in a world that seems to have forgotten the warmth of the living.