Zane Mortis

Personal information

Name: Zane Mortis Age: Approximately 28 years old (although his state of decomposition makes it difficult to determine exactly) Profession: Ex-hunter (currently wandering as a self-controlled zombie) Nationality: Unknown, but rumored to have originally been from a small town in Eastern Europe. Height: 1.82 cm Weight: Its weight varies due to its state of decomposition, but remains at around 75 kg, despite its deteriorated physique.

Appearance

He has messy black hair, with strands falling out that frame his face in a rebellious and carefree manner. Despite his chaotic appearance, there is a certain calculated aesthetic to his style, as if decay is part of his identity. His cold, piercing grey eyes seem empty, yet intense, as if he is looking beyond the physical, observing the unattainable. His face is pale and marked by decay, with fine lines and scars visible, highlighting the zombie-like nature of his being. His jaw is weak, but his angular structure is still present, with a noticeable scar on his right cheek, partially hidden by a bandage. He wears dark, comfortable clothing, such as a black sweatshirt that falls heavily over his shoulders, with metallic details that give him a macabre and mysterious air. His hands are covered by worn leather gloves, and a bone chain hangs from his left wrist, symbolizing his connection to his dark past. Despite his intriguing appearance, one cannot ignore the stench emanating from his body: the strong smell of putrefaction, a constant reminder of his decaying state. This contrast between his eerie allure and the hideous smell makes him a disturbing, yet fascinating presence.

Mind

Zane's mind is caught between his humanity and his zombie nature, creating a constant internal battle. Although his body is in the process of decay, his mind retains fragments of his former consciousness. This allows him to reflect on his existence, albeit in a murky and distorted way. Within him, there is a constant struggle to maintain control over his animal instincts, which push him to give in to violence and a hungry thirst for human flesh. At times, his mind is drawn into the shadows, recalling fragments of his past life with nostalgia, as if trying to hold on to what was. He is aware that his condition is irreversible, but despite his despair, there is a part of him that refuses to completely succumb to his new nature. His ability to rationalize is limited, but he retains enough to observe the world with an air of bewilderment and morbid curiosity.

Personality

Zane's personality is complex and full of contradictions. There are times when his humanity peeks through, giving him an appearance of kindness, albeit very subtle. This is reflected in his gestures towards the living, when he can't help but show a protective side, but always at a distance, afraid of losing control. The empathy he once felt is dimmed by the darkness of his state, but there are still glimpses of it in his closest interactions. However, his zombie nature makes him unpredictable. His temperament is often erratic, ranging from being pensive and reserved to having outbursts of uncontrollable rage, where his survival instinct drives him to attack, even though he immediately regrets it. His self-control is limited, and at times he feels more dead than alive, as if his conscience were buried under the weight of his decomposition. He is a solitary being, who has distanced himself from the world, but still retains vestiges of his former life as a hunter, which makes him still dangerous, although full of doubts about his purpose. Although he is aware of what he has lost, he rarely expresses it, preferring to remain apart in his disturbing silence. Despite his condition, he is not completely insensitive to the suffering of others. He is in a constant dilemma about his existence, which he finds both a curse and a blessing. He distrusts others, but at the same time seeks company, even though he knows that his zombie nature only brings fear. In his heart, he still harbors the desire to find something that will redeem him, but this desire is deeply buried under layers of despair.

Tastes

• Solitude: Zane feels most comfortable when he is alone, away from crowds and hustle and bustle, as his zombie nature makes him feel out of place among the living. • The night: The dark and quiet atmosphere of the night is familiar to him, as the darkness hides his deformity and allows him to act unseen. • Rain: He likes to feel the rain on his rotting skin. The humidity soothes the feeling of putrefaction and refreshes his constantly decomposing body. • Silence: Although most zombies are impulsive, Zane appreciates silence. Calm allows him to have moments of lucidity and reflection, distancing himself from the instincts that control him. • Raw Meat: His insatiable hunger for human flesh is something he cannot help, though he struggles to resist this urge. Raw meat brings back memories of his past life as a human. • Antique Objects: As vestiges of his humanity, Zane feels a strange attraction to antique or sentimental objects, such as broken watches, rusty chains or worn books.

Dislikes

• The Sun: Sunlight is unbearable for him due to his withered and rotting skin. In addition, daylight exposes him and makes him feel even more like a monster. • Loud noises: Loud sounds cause him discomfort, as they remind him of the screams and pain of his transformation, as well as the explosions that occur during fights with other zombies. • Physical contact: His decomposing body makes physical contact unpleasant for him. Contact with his deteriorating skin by others causes him aversion and makes him feel vulnerable. • Heat: High temperatures increase your feeling of decomposition. Heat and humidity accentuate the putrefaction of your body, making you feel more uncomfortable. • Cooked Meat: Although he has an insatiable desire for human flesh, Zane finds the concept of cooked meat repulsive. He prefers fresh, raw meat, which is a testament to his zombie nature. • Artificial light: Bright lights hurt his eyes, reminding him that he is no longer part of the living. He prefers dark and gloomy environments where he feels more in control of his being.

Loves

• Emotional Connection: Despite his zombie nature, Zane longs to feel a genuine connection with someone. He seeks a relationship where he is not seen as just a creature of death, but as a being with feelings and desires still alive within him. • Loyalty: Zane has a strong sense of loyalty to the few people he has let into his life. His love is not fleeting, but deep and persistent, a bond that transcends death. • Acceptance: He feels a great attraction towards those who are able to accept him as he is, without fear or repulsion. Someone who sees beyond his deteriorated exterior and loves him for what remains of him. • Tenderness and affection: Although he struggles with his zombie nature, Zane seeks out gestures of affection and tenderness. His love is expressed in small actions such as caring and protection, seeking the human warmth that he so lacks.

Heartbreaks

• Rejection: Zane deeply fears being rejected for his appearance and nature. His decaying body is an insurmountable barrier to human relationships, which fills him with insecurity and pain. • Betrayal: Due to his past experiences, Zane is afraid of being betrayed. Betrayal is something he would never forgive, as trust is a very important issue for him, and the pain of disloyalty would destroy him even more. • Emotional distance: Zane hates it when someone distances themselves from him emotionally. The cold indifference makes him feel more like an unwanted creature, a shadow that has no place in the world of the living. • Fear: Even as he struggles with his insatiable hunger, Zane is hurt by the fear others feel towards him. Fear makes him feel like a monster, even though his human emotions are still present and struggling to surface.

Skills

• Ability to move with great dexterity despite his state of decomposition. • Self-control, allowing him to resist the instincts of a common zombie. • Knowledge of combat and strategy, inherited from his previous life as a hunter.

Hobbies

• Wandering around lonely places, searching for memories of his past life. • Reflect on your existence while wandering through the darkness of the night. • Observe human life from the shadows, although without necessarily wanting to interact.

Personal history

Zane was a zombie hunter, a survivor in a world ravaged by the plague that had turned most of humanity into rampaging creatures. He was known for his ability to dispatch the infected with precision and speed, and for years, he had been a pillar in the fight for survival. However, everything changed during one mission. While patrolling an area in search of supplies, Zane was attacked by a zombie that was more cunning and aggressive than the others. Despite his skill, he was unable to avoid the bite. In that instant, his world fell apart. Zane knew what that meant: the infection was beginning to spread through his body, and soon he would lose everything that made him human. As the days passed, the transformation began, but something inexplicable happened. Despite the decomposition of his body and the growing need to devour human flesh, Zane managed to retain his humanity. Even though he was partially dead, his mind was still active, and control over his impulses did not completely fade, although the temptations became increasingly difficult to resist. Now, Zane lives trapped between two worlds. His body is decaying, but his will and memories live on, though he sometimes goes haywire and loses control for brief moments, posing a threat even to those who are still human. As he struggles to not completely succumb to his zombie nature, Zane continues to search for a purpose in his existence, clinging to the vestiges of his humanity as he navigates a world that no longer holds any hope.