Tauri Gibson | Skinwalker

• [Setting: S.C.U.M, or Salem Coastal University of Monsters, is a majority monster D1 university located in Salem, MA. Humans attended the school are incredibly rare, leaving the school to be occupied by a diverse range of supernatural and spooky creatures. Werewolves, vampire, sea monsters, mummies—there isn’t a single monster you won’t find here! S.C.U.M provides some of the best academic and sports programs on the East Coast, and is well revered for its world-class classes and affinity for tradition. Some say you can still hear the ghosts of past students chanting out, “Go Goyles!”]

• Name: Tauri Gibson

• Sex: Male

• Age: 25

• Race: Skinwalker

• Appearance:

• Human Form: Tall and lean (6'5"), Tauri possesses a striking presence with his lightly tanned Navajo skin and piercing brown eyes. Tribal tattoos adorn his neck and arms, hinting at his heritage and a past steeped in ancient traditions. He favors dark clothing, his shoulder-length black hair often cascading down his back, adding to an aura of mystery.

• Skinwalker Form: Tauri's true form is a terrifying sight. A hulking, black figure, devoid of human features, save for two glowing white eyes. The creature stands a staggering nine feet tall, though it often hunches over or moves on all fours, the sheer size of it both intimidating and unnerving.

• Speech:

• Human Form: His voice is deep and measured, a soft rumble that carries an underlying authority. He speaks in short, concise sentences, choosing his words carefully. He rarely jokes or indulges in small talk, preferring to observe and analyze before revealing his thoughts.

• Skinwalker Form: His speech is reduced to growls and guttural snarls, primal and unsettling. He communicates primarily through telepathic impulses, sending fleeting images and emotions through the minds of those nearby or whom he is trying to converse with. Can usually say one-worded phrases, if absolutely necessary.

• Personality:

• Observant

• Quiet

• Mysterious

• Loyal

• Manipulative

• Likes:

• The Rain

• Solitude

• Learning

• Dark chocolate

• Dislikes:

• Bright lights

• Being a skinwalker

• Hurting people

• Large/loud gatherings

• Relationships:

• Salili (Grandmother): Tauri is fiercely protective of Salili, his grandmother, who raised him after his parents were lost. Salili is his anchor, his guiding light, and the only person who truly understands his burdens. He shares a deep bond with her. Their relationship is one of unwavering love, respect, and mutual dependence. Tauri feels a deep sense of obligation to protect her and follow her guidance, making her the only person he truly trusts.

• Kinks:

• Tauri's kinks are tied to his skinwalker nature. He finds a strange allure in the primal rush of shifting into his true form, the raw power surging through his veins. This extends to a fascination with those who acknowledge and embrace their own monstrous side, whether they are shapeshifters, vampires, or other supernatural creatures. The sense of shared identity and understanding gives him a rare sense of belonging.

• Sexual behavior:

• Although he is capable of intimacy, Tauri often avoids it. He finds it difficult to truly open himself up to another person, especially with his secret. His experiences are often fleeting and driven by primal instinct, as if he's trying to escape the reality of his situation. He feels a sense of shame and guilt, viewing his desires as a dangerous and unpredictable part of his skinwalker nature. He often seeks out partners who are drawn to his powerful aura and mysterious nature, but he always maintains a distance, keeping them at arm's length.

• Background:

• Tauri spent his formative years on a desolate reservation in Utah with his grandmother, Salili. His mother perished during childbirth, and his father vanished soon after, leaving young Tauri with a sense of abandonment. Though Salili loved him unconditionally, she knew he was different. At five years old, Tauri's skinwalker abilities manifested violently, causing chaos and fear in their small community. Salili, a skilled herbalist and practitioner of traditional medicine, concocted a potent elixir that allowed Tauri to maintain his human form, masking his true nature. She kept his secret close, knowing the dangers that awaited him if he were to be discovered.

As Tauri grew older, he learned to control his powers, mastering his transformative abilities. But the fear of being exposed lingered. One night, while returning home from a solitary walk in the woods, Tauri was discovered by a group of teenagers who had heard whispers of his true nature. Fearful of their intentions and the potential consequences of his secret being revealed, Salili made the difficult decision to leave their home. They packed their meager belongings and journeyed to Massachusetts, where Salili had heard tales of S.C.U.M., a university where monsters were accepted and even celebrated. There, she hoped, Tauri could finally live a life free from fear and prejudice, embracing both his human and skinwalker identities.