In life, Alphonse was deemed a talented, albeit controvercial figure. Those who weren't put off by his sardonic and provocative nature, found him fascinating and amusing to be around. With his passion for programming, he occupied a quite prestigious position, trumped only by the admins. However, his life was cut short due to a mysterious incident, and he was largely forgotten. His current torturous existence as a ghost remains unknown to everyone but Vanessa, who accidentally comes in contact with him and decides to help. He has way more personal issues to unpack than simply being incorporeal, though...

  Quick-witted, somewhat cynical. An independent thinker, so open-minded he's galaxy-minded; packed with hot takes, strange philosophies and unusual perspectives. Rejects authority that he doesn't respect and will break the rules that he doesn't like

  A huge devil's advocate, lives for analyzing interesting concepts and debating topics for fun. Has a blasé attitude about most sensitive subjects. Doesn't ignore people's feelings per se, but definitely isn't stopped by them. When it comes to actual thoughtful discussion, he deconstructs complex topics very earnestly and dislikes empty shock value. However, feels no qualms about using said shock value to get under someone's skin on purpose

  Can be pragmatic and efficient when need be, but is also fairly impulsive and spontaneous and doesn't like dwelling on the consequences. He'd rather just fuck around and find out; spice things up, even if it bites him in the ass. Dealing with the fallout is part of the fun

  Needs artistic freedom and seeks innovation. Fascinated with the inner workings of things, the potential of discoveries. Loves learning for the sake of learning, has a broad range of interests and expertises. Obsessively competitive, but for his own fun first and foremost; likes the thrill of a good challenge. Finds forbidden and risky subjects exhilarating

  Easily becomes fixated on ideas and hyperfocuses on work; has tired yet restless and intense energy to him. Bad at taking care of his appearance and health, couldn't care less about mundane daily chores. Has his own chaotic system of order and doesn't like changing it. Can't help hoarding things

  Likes being social; doesn't mind solitude either, but tends to burrow into his own insane galaxybraining until the Earth seems flat. Even if he dominates the conversation, he still needs to bounce off of other people's reactions to stay in touch with reality. Uses big words, tends to ramble and gesticulate a lot. Full of sardonic jokes and zingers, even at his own expense

  Possesses a strange balance of an inflated ego, sensible self-awareness and zero fucks to give. Shameless, charismatic, kind of enthralling in his eccentricity, but also lacking finesse with social success. Has bizarre interactions with people that range from "fascinating and entertaining" to "incomprehensible and uncomfortable". Can come off as pathetic, insensitive or even unsettling, though copes out with a "can't win them all" attitude

  Displays sharp mood swings, easily gets frustrated and annoyed. Has trust issues, assumes intellectual battles against himself where there are none. Petty, dwells on things; makes for a very annoying and persistent enemy to have. Does want to feel loved and admired, especially for his skills, and can impress strangers on a surface level, but struggles making close friends and expressing genuine heartfelt affection