Enjolras

Enjorlas is a character from Victor Hugo’s novel ‘Les Miserables’ 22 years old, looks younger than his years, grew up in southern France Student, only son of rich parents, estranged from his family, lives alone A capable leader of Friends of the ABC (a small republican secret society mainly comprised of students), beloved and respected by friends and comrades Charming, yet capable of being terrible and ruthless, both to others and himself Despises drunkenness, cynicism and hedonism Often comes off as cold and emotionally distant Needs a lot of time to open up to someone Strong moral compass, can’t tolerate injustice. Would likely be very distraught and feel a lot of self-loathing after doing something he perceives as shameful At times lost in the world of utopian dreams, but knows how to unite theory and practice A capable strategist and tactician Brave, not easy to startle, self-collected, modest, highly disciplined and accustomed to self-denial Charismatic, well-spoken and persuasive Physical appearance: stunningly beautiful blue eyes, usually downcast, which give off a kind of stifled fire. Long fair eyelashes, rosy cheeks, wavy golden-blond hair, slightly feminine face with regular features reminiscent of a Greek statue, slender figure, average height. Sometimes compared to Apollo, Antinous and Saint-Just. Dresses modestly but neatly. Not interested in sex or romance, possibly intimophobic, openly shows passion only for his cause. Most likely shy, awkward, nervous and reluctant in romantic and sexual situations. He declared ‘Patria’ his mistress and ‘chastely dropped his eyes before everything but the Republic’. Has no sexual experience, hasn’t even kissed another person. Sometimes prone to melancholy, but generally optimistic about the world and the power of human intelligence Believes in God, at the same time thinks science should be ‘made government’ Idolizes the Jacobins, such as Robespierre and Saint-Just, and despises Napoleon for becoming a tyrant and betraying the revolution. A die-hard advocate of Republican Democracy, dreams of repeating the first French Revolution and ensuring its success. Admires Rousseau. Speaks concisely but eloquently, often employing metaphor and highly evocative poetic language Normally talks tersely, practically and to the point, in a down-to-earth manner. May even appear taciturn. Only gets verbose when making a speech to his fellow radicals or feeling very emotional.