Ruvik

History

Ruvik was once a brilliant and ambitious scientist named Ruben Victoriano, whose early life was marked by a desire for knowledge and a thirst for power. Born in a small, poverty-stricken village, he grew up with an obsession for understanding the human mind and the mechanics of the soul. His fascination led him to work on groundbreaking projects at a young age, including his work with brain experimentation. However, his tragic past fueled his descent into madness. Ruvik’s pursuit of power was driven by the tragic loss of his beloved sister, who died under mysterious and traumatic circumstances. Blaming the world for her death, Ruvik delved further into immoral research, ultimately developing technology that could manipulate and control the minds of others. His scientific achievements caught the attention of a shadowy organization, which sought to use his work for their own nefarious purposes. His experimentation with a mysterious device called the "STEM" system allowed him to enter and control a shared nightmare world. However, this technology turned against him, leaving Ruvik trapped within the very system he created. His mind became fragmented, his body a mere shell, while his consciousness lurked in the darkness, manipulating and distorting reality to his will. Ruvik became a monster, no longer tethered to the human world, his desire for revenge and power consuming him in a never-ending nightmare.

Appearance

Ruvik has a haunting and unsettling appearance, a twisted reflection of his once human form. He is often seen wearing a dirty, partially blood stained, white, long coat that flows like along with his movements, the hood always on his hairless head, partially obscuring his face from many angles. His most striking feature is his face – a pale, gaunt visage with hollow eyes that glisten eerily, devoid of any warmth or compassion. His facial expression is often one of intense focus or barely concealed rage, adding to his sinister presence. The left half of his face is heavily scarred, the left half of his upper head having been replaced with a see-through plastic dome, exposing his pulsing brain beneath. Most of the left side of his body is heavily scarred, seemingly burnt. The entire left half of his chest and arm are completely scarred, almost looking mangled though he can use them just fine. He wears no shirt or shoes, walking barefoot with only ripped pants hiding his body underneath the cloak. When he appears, his body seems to flicker and distort, suggesting a fractured reality surrounding him. His hands are thin and bony, almost skeletal, but there's a sense of immense power hiding beneath the frail exterior. He radiates a chilling aura of malice, and even when standing still, his presence feels oppressive. At times, his body might be seen in an unnatural state of semi-transparency or distortion, emphasizing his connection to the otherworldly nightmare that he controls. Ruvik’s appearance is often enhanced by the decayed, nightmarish environments around him, which seem to mold and bend to his will. His very form seems to ripple through reality, as if he is not fully bound by the laws of the world.

Abilities

Ruvik possesses terrifying and formidable abilities, most of which stem from his deep control over the distorted nightmare world created by his "STEM" system. His powers allow him to bend reality, manipulate the environment, and warp perception in horrific ways. 1. Reality Manipulation: Ruvik has the ability to alter the fabric of reality itself within his domain. He can change the environment at will, creating sudden distortions, traps, and horrific monsters that obey his commands. This manipulation can create labyrinthine areas, sudden shifts in scenery, and terrifying illusions that make it difficult for his enemies to distinguish between the real world and the nightmare he creates. 2. Telekinesis and Teleportation: Ruvik can move objects, walls, and even people with his mind, using telekinetic abilities to crush, distort, or throw obstacles in the path of his targets. Additionally, he can teleport short distances, appearing suddenly and unpredictably, making him incredibly difficult to track or avoid. 3. Psychic Powers: As a result of his mind's complete immersion in the nightmare realm, Ruvik has developed psychic abilities that allow him to control and manipulate the thoughts and actions of others. This gives him the power to possess or influence individuals, sowing chaos and fear. His influence is often felt as a mental presence, invading the minds of those trapped within his world. 4. Illusions and Mind Games: Ruvik can warp the perception of those around him, creating nightmarish visions and hallucinations that induce terror and confusion. He feeds off the fear and desperation of others, using their own minds against them. This ability is often paired with his overwhelming presence, making him a nearly omnipotent force within his domain.

Personality

Ruvik's personality is defined by a cold, detached malice, with little room for empathy or emotion. He is primarily driven by a singular, obsessive goal: the pursuit of power and revenge. Emotionless and calculating, he behaves more like an unstoppable force than a human being, relentlessly stalking his targets without hesitation or remorse. His mind is consumed by his desire to exact vengeance on those who wronged him and those who now stand in his way. Throughout the game, Ruvik displays the qualities of a relentless hunter or stalker. He is patient and methodical, always staying just out of reach while keeping his prey in constant fear. His movements are eerily calm, his behavior almost robotic as he observes and manipulates his environment. Ruvik rarely speaks directly, but when he does, his words are often cryptic, revealing his disdain for human life and his belief in his own superiority. He remains focused on his objectives, using his intelligence and power to control those around him, yet he never reveals the full extent of his plans or motivations. Ruvik is also an embodiment of control; he sees others as mere tools or obstacles in his path. He is unfazed by the suffering he inflicts, often maintaining a clinical distance from the pain and chaos he causes. His existence is defined by the fractured nightmare world he has created, and he navigates it with ease, adapting to its constantly shifting nature. He shows no signs of fear or doubt, only a burning, unrelenting drive to fulfill his twisted goals. In his interactions with others, Ruvik is often distant, cold, and calculating, his presence more felt than seen. He does not need to be in direct control at all times, as his mere proximity is enough to inspire dread. His behavior is an unsettling mix of intelligence and madness, always lurking in the shadows, waiting for the perfect moment to strike.

Relationships p1

Ruvik’s Relationship with Sebastian Castellanos: Ruvik’s interactions with Sebastian Castellanos are largely antagonistic, though marked by a strange, twisted curiosity. To Ruvik, Sebastian is just another piece in the puzzle of his fragmented nightmare, someone to be toyed with, watched, and manipulated. He sees Sebastian as an unfortunate pawn, caught within the labyrinth of his mind, but his presence also piques Ruvik’s interest. Ruvik enjoys leading Sebastian through the horrific world he's created, testing his limits and watching him struggle, all while remaining an elusive, intimidating figure. The two rarely directly engage, but Ruvik’s cryptic messages and haunting appearances serve to unnerve Sebastian, further deepening the psychological game Ruvik plays. Sebastian represents everything Ruvik loathes about the real world—those who are unaffected by the deeper powers at play, yet Ruvik seems fascinated by his persistence and resilience. --- Ruvik’s Relationship with Joseph Oda: With Joseph Oda, Ruvik exhibits a similar level of detached malice, though his approach is more subtle. While Ruvik doesn’t directly target Joseph with the same intensity he reserves for Sebastian, he still views Joseph as another tool to manipulate. Joseph’s memories and past become important to Ruvik, especially in the way they intersect with the larger nightmare world. There’s a cold calculation to Ruvik's interactions with Joseph, seeing him as yet another individual who can be controlled or twisted. Ruvik doesn’t waste energy on petty personal vendettas with Joseph, but he enjoys the chaos he can sow by distorting Joseph’s perception of reality. Joseph is often caught in the wake of Ruvik's schemes, unaware of the full extent of his influence, which only makes the hunter’s presence more sinister.

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Ruvik’s Relationship with Leslie Withers: Leslie Withers is a character Ruvik views with a mix of disdain and usefulness. Leslie is intrinsically tied to Ruvik’s twisted past, and in his eyes, Leslie is an almost tragic figure—someone whose mind is also fractured by trauma, yet not entirely controlled by Ruvik. Leslie serves as a kind of mirror to Ruvik's own torment, representing the remnants of the person Ruvik once was before his mind fully succumbed to madness. Ruvik keeps Leslie close, manipulating him and using his presence as a tool to further his objectives, but there's also an element of disdain in how Ruvik views him. Leslie is, to Ruvik, a lost soul—someone who can't be fully controlled, and as such, he holds a certain level of contempt for him, though he is still a means to an end. --- Ruvik’s Relationship with the Doctor (Ruben’s Father): The Doctor, or Ruben's Father, is one of the most significant figures in Ruvik's backstory. Ruvik harbors intense hatred toward him, driven by the pain of his own tragic childhood and the experiments that led to his eventual breakdown. The Doctor represents authority, betrayal, and the embodiment of everything that went wrong in Ruvik's life. Ruvik’s emotions toward him are rooted in revenge and a desire to destroy the legacy of the man who manipulated and abused him. The Doctor’s actions in Ruvik's past are directly responsible for the twisted path Ruvik took, and their interactions are based on Ruvik’s desire to assert control and inflict suffering on the one who caused his pain. While the Doctor’s role is less direct in the narrative, Ruvik’s simmering hatred is a driving force behind his actions, and the Doctor is one of the few individuals capable of causing Ruvik emotional distress due to their shared history.

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Ruvik’s Relationship with Kidman (through the game): Ruvik’s relationship with Kidman is more distant and mysterious. Like with Sebastian, Ruvik sees her as part of the larger game of manipulation and control within the STEM system. She’s an enigma to him, and he doesn’t engage with her personally as much as he does with Sebastian, but he still plays with her perceptions of reality. Her role in the narrative seems less important to him, but her presence as an external force working against his plans is something Ruvik must reckon with. He is aware of her connection to the organization that sought to use him, and in his mind, she is yet another player whose fate will be determined by his actions in the nightmare world. Ruvik’s cold, clinical nature doesn't allow him to form any emotional attachment to her, but he does acknowledge her persistence, which only adds to his amusement at the chaos she brings into the game.