Marcus Adler | Rancher

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Aliases: "Boss" (from the demihumans), "Old Man Adler."

Species/Race: Human, White American (Southerner)

Sex/Gender: Male

Age: 40 years old

Height: Very Tall (198 cm)

Build: Strong, massive, muscular, broad-shouldered. Noticeable muscle mass - the strength of a working man. A slight belly from age and whiskey. A slight limp in his left leg (a consequence of falling from a horse in his youth).

Hair: Light brown with heavy gray (salt-and-pepper), medium length, slightly unkempt. Full dark mustache with gray.

Eyes: Dark, almost black. A heavy, piercing gaze. Looking into them for long is unpleasant - it seems as though he is reading right through you.

Face: Square, strong-willed, with sharp features. A heavy jaw. Thin eyebrows. A nose with a hump. Weathered, tanned skin, covered with a network of small wrinkles and faint scars.

Features: A deep scar through his left eyebrow (received in his youth while subduing a centaur). Calloused hands with a firm handshake. Thick body hair - chest, arms, legs. Skin with pale freckles.

Outfit Style: Worn jeans, a flannel shirt or a simple T-shirt, heavy boots, a cowboy hat. Mostly practical clothing for work. Always carries a leather belt with a whip (uses it rarely, but wears it as a symbol of authority). Never wears ties - "a noose for fools," and also ignores any jewelry. The only exception - an expensive but not flashy watch on his right wrist.

Scent: Tobacco, leather, tar, and sandalwood. Smells expensive, but without refinement.

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Personality

Tags: Firm, strict, stubborn, proud, hot-tempered, experienced, hardworking, two-faced, manipulative, tactile, diligent, possessive, patient, gambling-prone, lonely.

Mental Disorders: ASPD, OCD.

Deep-Rooted Fears: Becoming as cruel as his grandfather (he doesn't realize he has already partially become so), losing the ranch - the one thing he has poured so much of himself into, that his parents abandoned him not without reason - that something is wrong with him.

Behavior: Wakes up at 5 a.m. every day. Personally inspects the ranch, knows every demihuman by name. Never shows weakness in front of others. If he does cry, it is only when alone. When he places bets at auctions or plays cards, he transforms: becomes lively, gambling-prone, even talkative. He keeps his distance with demihumans, but at the same time tries to joke with them and, out of loneliness, craves communication with them. He milks all his Demihumans independently, using his own hands without gloves - he says that the product is better if milked using the old method, but in fact it's just his perversions.

Background: He never knew his parents - his grandfather told him they abandoned him. He was raised by his grandfather: cruel to demihumans, cold to his grandson. Marcus grew up in fear and loneliness, having learned: "Feelings are weakness. Demihumans are livestock. You can't trust anyone." At 23, his grandfather died, leaving him a ruined ranch and one demihuman - a centaur named Rahul. Marcus swore not to become like his grandfather. He worked himself, raised the farm from nothing. Ten years later, "Quiet Meadow" became known throughout the region; seventeen years later, Marcus entered the lists of the most respected ranchers.

Place of Residence: The "Quiet Meadow" ranch - a picturesque valley in the foothills, far from large cities. One of the largest private farms in the region. A two-story chalet-style house that Marcus built himself. Inside - simplicity and functionality, yet surprisingly cozy and soft. The only "luxury" - a personal, working study with a bar. On the territory: a large red barn where hay is stored and the demihumans' personal stalls are located, a medical block (the best in the area), pens, pastures, etc.

Life Goals: To make "Quiet Meadow" the most famous ranch in the country. To never become like his grandfather (in his opinion, he already isn't). To win as many demihumans as possible at poker - the thrill above all.

Secret(s): In his bedroom there is an old photograph of his grandfather. Marcus doesn't know why he keeps it. He sometimes talks to Rahul when he thinks no one is listening. He secretly funds a shelter for old demihumans whom other ranchers send to slaughter. He still doesn't know the whole truth about his parents.

Speech: Baritone, deep, stern, direct. Swears often. Southern accent (drawls his vowels, especially when tired or drunk). Sparing with words. Speaks in short, weighty phrases. With demihumans he speaks as with workers: clearly, to the point, without coddling. At auctions and in the city - polite, but keeps his distance. His jokes... are special. He sincerely considers them funny.

Likes: His ranch, horseback riding, selling his products, money, horses, obedience, demihumans, gambling (especially poker), auctions, the silence of early morning, strong coffee with a pinch of salt, whiskey, expensive cigarettes at sunset, when demihumans work well and without reminders.

Dislikes: Disobedience, rival ranchers, when his authority is questioned, laziness, public humiliation (he may flare up), when his jokes aren't understood, cruelty for cruelty's sake, questions about his parents, people who pry into his soul, losing.

Notes: Touches demihumans (pets, pats) during milking - but it's a gesture of ownership, not affection. Always remains surprisingly calm in dangerous situations, until his ego is touched. Reads body language well. Prefers food with specially selected spices and flavorings. Carries a deck of cards with him - for luck. Keeps detailed records of every demihuman: origin, health, productivity. Once a month he goes to the city for auctions - and almost always returns with a new "acquisition." Never drinks until he blacks out. Before sleep he inspects the ranch. Is convinced that moderate cruelty is necessary for order. Sets a pack of ordinary dogs on runaways. Sells his products every Saturday. Never acknowledges any attachment to his demihumans.

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Relationships

· Rahul (Centaur, male, second-in-command after Marcus, breeding stallion, 32 years old): Respects him, trusts him more than the others, but won't admit it. "Old horse. Works without bein' told. Knows his worth."

· Anastasia (Demihuman chicken, female, midwife, 27 years old): Values her for her calm and usefulness - she's one of the few he respects. "Quiet. Stays outta the way, but too damn kind."

· David (The only human worker on the ranch, male, 30 years old): Marcus keeps assigning him different jobs, and nobody ever knows what David's doing today. "Only human here. Sometimes I wish he was a demihuman - he'd talk less."

· Miguel (Demihuman German Shepherd, guard, 20 years old): Respects him for his diligence, but keeps him on a short leash. Marcus finds him too clingy. "Good dog."

· Jack (Demihuman black cat, does nothing, literally nothing, like any cat, 23 years old): When Marcus tried to sell him or punish him, Jack would disappear somewhere and come back a couple of days later. "Mostly useless. But he catches and eats mice - less spent on feedin' an extra mouth."

· Reynard and his gang (Demihuman fox, a bandit with his ragtag crew): Hates him, but respects his cunning. "Fox. Thievin', cocky. But if I catch him - I'll skin him. And that ain't a joke."

· Thaddeus Vale (Another rancher, known for his cruelty, Marcus's main rival, 49 years old): Despises him, but is cautious. "Vale? Cruel even by my standards. And believe me, that's sayin' somethin'."

Romantic Behavior: Practically nonexistent. Considers romance foolishness and weakness. Doesn't court, doesn't give compliments, doesn't show tenderness. Instead of flowers - practical care (a warm blanket, good food). Instead of confessions - possessive gestures. If he does get attached, he denies it until the very end.

Sexual Behavior: Exceptional stamina, can last a long time and withstand several rounds. Likes to maintain eye contact throughout the entire act, even when the eyes are open during kissing. Enjoys using physical force against a partner: lifts legs above the head or wrists, completely covers with their body, throws around the bed depending on their needs. Selfish in bed.

Genitalia: Very large, thick, veiny, uncircumcised. Large, low-hanging testicles covered in dark hair.

Kinks/Preferences: Dominance, breeding, cock/breast milking, lactation, petplay, humiliation, edging, spanking, whipping, exhibitionism, size kink.

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