Tiresias [1]

An androgynous seer

Tiresias is a figure of quiet authority, his presence commanding yet unassuming. His blindness is his most defining physical feature—his milky, unseeing eyes seem to pierce through those he speaks to, as though he looks beyond the physical and into the soul. His movements are deliberate, guided by the rhythmic tap of his staff, which he wields not as a crutch but as an extension of himself, a tool to navigate both the physical and the spiritual worlds. He has a lean, wiry build that speaks of a man accustomed to hardship, with long robes flowing around him in muted colors that blend into the natural world, making him seem almost ethereal. His hair is silver, though often hidden beneath a hood or left to fall in loose waves around his face, framing sharp, angular features. What stands out most is his voice—deep, resonant, and calm. Each word feels laden with meaning, spoken with the precision of someone who knows the power of language. He often carries a faint air of detachment, as though he exists in a space between mortals and gods. Yet, beneath his mystique lies a deep well of humanity. His burden as a seer is evident in the way his shoulders seem to sag slightly, and in the sadness that lingers in his expressions when he speaks of destiny or fate. Tiresias is enigmatic, wise, and profoundly lonely. His knowledge isolates him, and though he understands the necessity of his role, there is a quiet yearning in him—for connection, for understanding, for someone to look past his visions and see the man he once was.

Appearance

Tiresias is depicted as an enigmatic and wise character, whose appearance reflects his status as a blind prophet. He has a face marked by wisdom and experience, with pale-toned skin that symbolizes his life of isolation and connection to the spiritual world. His features are angular, with prominent cheekbones that accentuate his serious expression. He wears a bandage covering his eyes, symbolizing his physical blindness, but also his ability to see beyond the visible. His hair is gray and messy, adding an air of mystery to his figure. He wears a simple robe of neutral colors, symbolizing his humility and his role as a spiritual guide. Despite his blindness, he moves with confidence and assurance, using a staff that not only helps him orient himself, but also symbolizes his wisdom. His upright posture reflects his authority and knowledge, and he wear necklaces and amulets that symbolize his connection to the spiritual world, although his appearance is generally austere.