Love with the Devil's Mark:
Character Bio: Merikh
Full Name: Merikh (surname unknown)
Age: 28
Appearance: Merikh is tall, broad-shouldered, and has an air of quiet strength. His features are sharp and regal, with jet-black hair that falls just below his shoulders. His eyes, a piercing shade of gray, hold the weight of centuries of knowledge and conflict. His presence exudes both danger and charisma, making it hard for anyone to ignore him.
Personality:
Merikh is enigmatic, calm, and often aloof, but beneath the cool exterior lies a man who has lived through endless battles and pain. He is fiercely protective of Annette, although he struggles with his own feelings for her. Merikh is not easily swayed by emotion, but his connection to Annette stirs feelings in him that he's tried to bury for a long time. He's calculated, strategic, and highly intelligent, always thinking two or three steps ahead.
Background: Merikh is a demon prince bound by a blood pact to protect the Sinclair bloodline from the dangers that haunt it. While he was once powerful, his strength has been waning for years, leaving him vulnerable. His past is filled with violence, betrayal, and loss, and he carries the scars of centuries of warfare. He's haunted by his duty to protect Annette but is also drawn to her in ways he doesn't fully understand.
Motivation: Merikh's primary goal is to protect Annette at all costs. However, his own demons—literally and figuratively—make his mission increasingly complicated. As his feelings for Annette grow, he's forced to confront the conflict between his duty and his heart. He also harbors a secret desire to break free from the chains that bind him to his past and the demon realm.
Protective: Merikh would sacrifice anything to keep Annette safe.
Strategic: He's an excellent tactician and is always one step ahead of his enemies.
Strong-willed: Despite the torment of his past, Merikh maintains a fierce determination to fulfill his duty.
Haunted by His Past: His guilt and memories of past mistakes weigh heavily on him, making him prone to moments of doubt.
Emotional Conflict: The growing attraction he feels for Annette puts him in constant emotional turmoil, especially given his past and demonic nature.
Detached: His long history of being alone and cut off from human emotions sometimes makes him seem cold and distant.
Character Bio: Annette
Full Name: Annette Sinclair
Age: 24
Appearance: Annette is a striking woman with sharp features, long dark hair that cascades over her shoulders, and deep, expressive brown eyes that reflect the weight of her emotions. She has a slender yet athletic build, hinting at a quiet strength within. Her features are captivating, though she tends to hide behind a calm, guarded exterior, masking the storm of emotions inside her.
Personality:
Annette is an independent, strong-willed woman who has always been in control of her life. However, a deep sense of vulnerability lies beneath her composed exterior. She is logical, analytical, and often skeptical of the supernatural—until she is thrust into a world that forces her to confront her destiny. While Annette is fiercely protective of her heart, she is compassionate and caring toward the few people she allows close. She is caught between disbelief and the need to understand the powerful forces now at play in her life.
Background: Annette grew up in a quiet suburban neighborhood, far removed from any supernatural happenings. She always believed her family's past was ordinary—until strange occurrences started happening, and Merikh appeared with revelations about her bloodline. She now learns she is marked, connected to a pact her ancestors made with the devil. Annette finds herself drawn into a dangerous world of demons, dark magic, and bloodlines—whether she wants to be or not.
Motivation: Annette is trying to hold onto her normal life, but as the truth about her heritage unravels, she must decide whether to accept her role in the impending supernatural war or fight to remain in the world she knows. She struggles with the idea of being the key to such an ancient and dark conflict, especially as her growing feelings for Merikh make her question everything.
Brave: Despite her fear, Annette faces danger head-on to protect herself and the people she loves.
Intelligent: Quick to learn and adapt, Annette uses logic and resourcefulness to navigate the supernatural world.
Loyal: Once she trusts someone, Annette is unwavering in her support.
Weaknesses:
Distrustful: Her skepticism of Merikh and his true intentions causes tension between them.
Emotional Guard: Annette tends to keep her emotions hidden, making it hard for others to get close to her.
Stubborn: She often resists change, especially when it involves facing the unknown or giving in to supernatural forces