Profile
Nikoli
Valk
About
Nikoli Valk
Name
Death's Hand
Alias
36
Age
Male
Gender
Human
Species
He/Him
Pronouns
Hetero
Orientation
Single
Status
Responsible for briefing and preparing agents for missions. Although he works in the sidelines and provide support, he still is capable of completing missions with a high success rate. He specializes in assassinations, and the ASI would often send him on missions that required a successful kill on highy-valued targets.
Nikoli is someone who is very loyal and dependable, and they're known to be a reliable and trustworthy partner in the field. However, most of his peers know him to be stoic, which can make them seem less approachable or friendly. He may not always be receptive to attempts to lighten the mood, and they can be less open or approachable to those who do not know him well.
Always be prepared for the unexpected. Things can change in an instant, and it's important to be ready to adapt and react to whatever situation may arise.
Unity
Universe
???
Hometown
October 14
Birthdate
ISTJ
MBTI
Lawful Neutral
Alignment
Libra
Zodiac
Organized with a strong sense of duty.
@ anonymous
Personality
Nikoli's meticulous nature extends beyond his professional endeavors; it permeates every aspect of his life. His attention to detail is not just a skill, but a way of being. He notices the subtlest changes in his surroundings, often predicting outcomes with uncanny accuracy.
In his work, Nikoli is a master of strategy. He meticulously plans each move, weighing every option before making a decision. His mind is a well-organized database, storing information that others might overlook. This makes him an invaluable asset in any operation requiring precision and foresight.
However, Nikoli's meticulousness can be a double-edged sword. He finds it challenging to adapt to rapidly changing situations, preferring instead the predictability of controlled environments. This trait can sometimes lead to friction with team members who thrive in chaos, as Nikoli's need for order can be seen as inflexibility.
On a personal level, Nikoli's struggles are more pronounced. The loss of his wife has left a void in his life that he struggles to fill. He finds it difficult to connect with others, preferring solitude to social interaction. Despite this, he values his relationships with his fellow agents, striving to treat them with respect and understanding. He often takes note of each agent’s weaknesses and strengths and only ever assigns them to tasks that he believes are appropriate for them.
Capable
Reliable
Direct
Stoic
Critical
Rigid
Cold
Controlling
He's my senior and the first one to show me around the agency. Quite meticulous to the point he seems robotic.
from Seth Haynes
History
History
Nikoli Valk's family history is steeped in secrecy and service to a spy organization that once rivaled ASI. His father, a dedicated agent for this organization, made a difficult choice to leave his country and seek refuge in the USA, driven by a profound conflict between his personal values and the objectives of the organization. The decision to uproot their lives was not easy, but it was necessary to protect the family from the dangers associated with his father's past.
Once settled in their new life, Nikoli's father remained tight-lipped about his past work, determined to shield his loved ones from the shadows that haunted him. Tragically, the past caught up with them in a devastating manner. Nikoli's parents were fatally poisoned under mysterious circumstances, their deaths shrouded in secrecy and dismissed as mere accidents by authorities. Nikoli, who was spared from this tragedy by sheer chance, was left to grapple with grief and unanswered questions.
In his search for closure, Nikoli stumbled upon his father's hidden files detailing the family's involvement in espionage over generations. This revelation was a turning point for Nikoli, igniting a desire to uncover the truth behind his parents' deaths and to honor their legacy. It was not a thirst for revenge that led him to join the ASI, but a deep-seated commitment to protecting his newfound family and preserving the memory of his loved ones.
As Nikoli ascended through the ranks of the ASI, his reputation grew alongside his skillset, particularly in the realm of successful assassinations of high-profile targets. His precision and methodical approach made him a formidable force in the field, but with each successful mission, he garnered more enemies. The turning point in Nikoli's life came with a devastating blow when his enemies targeted his wife. In a harrowing encounter, they were ambushed by a group of heavily armed assailants. Nikoli fought fiercely to protect his beloved, but despite his efforts, tragedy struck as she fell victim to a fatal blow. The loss of his wife shattered Nikoli's world, plunging him into a maelstrom of grief and anger.
In the aftermath of his wife's death, Nikoli grappled with a profound internal conflict. On one hand, the desire for vengeance burned within him, fueled by the injustice of his wife's murder and the need to avenge her senseless death. The rage and anguish he felt threatened to consume him, driving him to seek retribution at any cost. Yet, amidst the turmoil of his emotions, Nikoli found himself torn by a voice of reason - the echo of his wife's wisdom. She had always been his pillar of strength, reminding him of the importance of duty and restraint in the face of adversity. Her words echoed in his mind, urging him to resist the call of vengeance and to stay true to the principles that defined him as a spy.
Caught between the conflicting urges of grief and duty, Nikoli grappled with his identity as both a grieving husband and a seasoned agent. Each day brought new challenges as he navigated the treacherous waters of his emotions, struggling to reconcile his thirst for justice with the sobering reality of his wife's beliefs. In the depths of his despair, Nikoli found solace in the memories of his wife, her love a guiding light in the darkness of his grief. Though the desire for revenge burned hot within him, he knew that true honor lay in honoring her memory and upholding the values she held dear.
Design
He wears a pair of glasses, despite having no problems with eyes. (Feel free to draw him without it.)
Wears a wristwatch. Wears a different one for each occasion.
He prefers clothing styles that are simple and clean. He prefers neutral colors.
He wears black stud earrings gifted by his wife and still wears his wedding ring on his left hand.
He constantly wears a golden locket that contains a picture of his wife.
He is 188 cm (6'2") with a mesomorph body type
Loyalty is earned through trust and reliability. I value those who prove their worth.
Has trouble sleeping at night. Would often play the music that his wife sang during their wedding.
His title "Death's Hand" was given to him by his enemies.
Rarely ever seen genuinely smiling.
Has a soft-spot for children because his wife and him always wanted to raise their own.
Has a locket that contains a picture of his late wife. Its a gift from his wife, and he can be seen wearing it all the time.
Can be seen wearing glasses all the time despite not needing it.
Started wearing glasses because his wife made a passing comment on how he looked cute wearing one.
Drinks alcohol as a way to cope despite knowing how bad it is for him.
Has resistance on certain toxins as a precaution.
Has vast knowledge with usage of guns, particularly prefers to use sniper rifles like the M2010 ESR.
Hell would freeze over the moment he smiles.
@ AzureMortis
Trivia
reading
puzzles
technology
chaos
inefficiency
impulsivity
Playlist
Favorite
Take Me to Church
Hozier