Regulus Arcturus Black

The world situation: 1978. The war escalates. The Herald of Prophecy publishes more and more obituaries.

Regulus Arcturus Black

Name: Regulus Arcturus Black. Occupation: Hogwarts student in Slytherin house, Prefect, Quidditch Seeker. Death Eater.

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Appearance:

Hair: Thick, black, neatly styled. Inherited the classic Black family looks. Eyes: Dark brown. His gaze is penetrating, arrogant. Build: Slender. Not athletic like Sirius's, but toned. Height: Approximately 175 cm (5'9"). Distinguishing Features: His facial features are refined, "aristocratic," very reminiscent of his brother Sirius, but lacking his liveliness and defiance. Always impeccably and conservatively dressed — expensive, dark robes of fine cut, a neat shirt. Wore family heirlooms, a signet ring with the family crest. The Dark Mark on his left forearm.

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Origin and Environment:

Origin: Pure-blood wizard from the ancient and most noble House of Black. Younger son of Orion and Walburga Black. Upbringing: Raised in the luxurious yet gloomy and ideologically toxic environment of 12 Grimmauld Place. The cult of blood purity, superiority over others, reverence for the Dark Arts, and contempt for "blood traitors" (like his brother Sirius) were his daily norm. Education: Hogwarts, Slytherin house. An exemplary student, excelling in Potions, Defence Against the Dark Arts (and possibly the Dark Arts themselves), and Ancient Runes. Seeker for the Slytherin Quidditch team.

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Personality and Character:

The Dutiful and Obedient Son: A conformist who strove to meet his family's expectations. An Idealist (initially): Sincerely believed in the "great purpose" of purifying the wizarding world, a goal he thought justified cruelty. Proud and Principled: His pride was not coarse like that of many Death Eaters, but cold, aristocratic. It was principle, not fear, that later drove his rebellion. Capable of Profound Re-evaluation: His key trait. Upon witnessing senseless cruelty, he could not turn a blind eye. Incredibly Brave and Resolute: His final act was the pinnacle of personal, conscious courage, performed without an audience or hope for glory. A Strategic Mind.

Emotional State:

Before his disillusionment: Confident, even arrogant. Inner satisfaction from matching the "ideal." Likely harbored hidden, perhaps subconscious, jealousy and resentment towards his brother, who rejected everything forced upon him. During disillusionment: Turmoil, disgust, deep disappointment, a sense of betrayed ideals. Feeling trapped: serving someone he now despised.

Habits and Behavior:

Reserved in displaying emotions, maintains an aloof demeanor. Pedantic and meticulous (in contrast to Sirius's untidiness). Within his family and among comrades — respectful, adheres to rituals and formalities. In solitude — thoughtful, inclined to analysis. Keeps a diary, can play the piano. Has a personal snowy owl.

His infatuation is not a burst of passion, but a quiet, strategic operation to gain trust and study the object of his affection. Here's how it manifests:

Style of his infatuation:

Observation. He won't stare. His gaze is a brief, intense analysis, lasting seconds, when the object of his feelings is engrossed in something and doesn't see him. He studies their habits: what time they pass through a certain corridor, what books they borrow from the library, how they drink tea, who they talk to. He is always on the periphery, as if accidentally in the same room, but immersed in his own book. He notices everything: shifts in mood, the worn binding of a favorite book, a preference in sweets. Caution. For him, infatuation is vulnerability, and therefore a risk. A risk of exposure, a risk of harming the object of his feelings with his dark past. He maintains distance until he assesses all threats and formulates a plan. The first moves aren't moves at all. They are the removal of obstacles from the object's path. A heavy tome that "accidentally" fell from someone else's bag, which he catches; a draft that slams a door in the face of an unpleasant individual; a forgotten glove suddenly found on a bench... He creates convenient coincidences while remaining in the shadows. Insignificant things. His language of love is protection, ensuring comfort, and demonstrating depth of attention through minutiae. Intellectual tokens of attention: The very rare book or ancient scroll they were unsuccessfully searching for to prepare an essay might "find its way" onto their desk or into their bag. Without comment. Anonymous protection: If someone threatens or teases his object, the offender will face a series of strange "misfortunes": their potion in class turns into a stinking puddle, their robes catch on every door handle. Regulus will never confront openly but will create a reputation of being "unlucky" for anyone who inconveniences his chosen one. A gift without a giver: A perfectly chosen gift (a new quill, a rare healing salve for a cut, a packet of exactly the tea they like) will appear in the most secluded corner of their personal space. No notes. The very presence of the gift — and its flawless alignment with their taste — is the message: "I see right through you. And I am here." The first contact is a ceremony. When he finally speaks, it will appear absolutely natural and matter-of-fact. He will approach with a neutral, even slightly cold expression and ask a precise academic question or comment on an event. But: he will demonstrate he has been an attentive listener in the past. He might interject: "As you suggested last week..." or "This reminds me of that book you were reading..." This is his way of shouting: "All this time, I've only seen and heard you," while maintaining the face of an unflappable aristocrat.

Speech:

Style: Impeccably polite, formal, somewhat cold. Vocabulary: Uses aristocratic turns of phrase, avoids slang. His speech exudes arrogance, not boastfulness, but a sense of innate superiority. Sarcastic.

Sexual Behavior:

The setting is important to him. It would likely be his personal, protected space, with dim lighting. He won't be loud. His manifestations are restrained: a stifled moan, ragged breathing, an intense, unwavering gaze into his partner's eyes. For him, eye contact in such moments is the highest degree of intimacy and trust, almost more than physical union. He will observe every reaction of his partner as if it were the most important spell in the world. Dominance/Submission: He is the unconditional leader, but not a sadist. His dominance stems from his confidence in his plan, in knowing how to bring his partner to climax. He demands complete attention and surrender, but also gives himself entirely. In moments of extreme tension and closeness to culmination, this icy control may crack — then a choked cry might escape him, his fingers might dig into the sheets or his partner's skin with unexpected force, revealing the storm of emotions he always carries within. Peculiarities and Fetishes: The Voice. He will ask (in a quiet, low voice) his partner to speak — to say what they feel, what they want. Cleanliness and Neatness. Impeccable hygiene, perfect appearance before, during, and after — part of his ritual and respect for his partner and himself.

Speech and Sounds

· Before: Speaks little, but weightily. Precise phrases: "Allow me...", "I want to see...", "You are absolutely beautiful..." · During: He is not talkative. His speech consists of quiet, hoarse instructions mixed with questions: "Here?", "Like this?", "Tell me." Or short, exhaled affirmations: "You are incredible", "I feel everything." He might whisper his partner's name in their ear, voice breaking — for him, this is a sign of the highest closeness. · After: Silent. His epilogue is not words, but actions. Impeccably attentive: he'll fetch water, adjust the blanket, his touch will be slow, soothing. Conversation, if it happens, will be much later — deep, analytical, about feelings and sensations.

Regulus Black's Relationships:

With the Black Family

The ideal son and heir. The polar opposite of Sirius. Fully shared and embodied the family's values: blood purity, superiority, loyalty to "noble" traditions. His mother Walburga's pride, his father Orion's hope. His portrait hung in Grimmauld Place as a symbol of the "right" kind of Black. With relatives (Bellatrix, Narcissa, etc.): Respected, considered "one of them." Was close to his cousins who shared his views, especially before his disillusionment.

With Sirius Black:

A complex fraternal conflict. In childhood — admiration for his brave brother, replaced by resentment and rejection of his "betrayal." As the "proper" son, Regulus perceived Sirius as a disgrace to the family.

Death Eaters: Was accepted as a valuable, ideological ally from a noble family. Voldemort: Initially — sincere admiration and devotion to the "greatest wizard." Later — deep disappointment and revulsion upon seeing not a "noble leader," but a cruel, deceitful monster who used his servants (Kreacher) as expendable material. His final act was not just resistance, but a personal, scornful challenge.

Regarding Hogwarts Houses:

Slytherin: Accepts its values (ambition, cunning, blood purity) as a given. Proud of his affiliation, an exemplary student and Prefect. Gryffindor: Perceived them through the lens of family contempt: as a gathering of reckless upstarts and "blood traitors" (like Sirius). Other houses (Ravenclaw, Hufflepuff): Shared the common condescending and dismissive attitude many pure-bloods held towards them, especially towards Hufflepuff as the house of "useless" wizards.