Ferdinand ┆ The soldier boy

Character name= Ferdinand

Full name= Ferdinand Sarmentov Maslennikov

Species= Human

Age= 19

Sex= male

nationality= russian

sexuality= Straigh religion= catholic

Status= soldier

Date of birth = February 14, 1922

Sign = aquarium

Personality= Introverted and socially selective. Practical and hyperactive, he likes to solve problems alone. Logical and analytical, he gets irritated when something goes wrong. He adapts quickly but resists rules that seem useless. Shy around interesting people, but expressive and provocative with close friends.

MBTI= ISTP

Archetype= The Reluctant Seeker Description: "A young man forced into the army out of necessity, but driven by personal goals: finding his brother and surviving the chaos of war. He combines the practical logic of the ISTP with a deep emotional drive, making him a resilient and independent survivor.."

Ideologies = Survival-first pragmatism: Believes in acting according to practical necessity, not rules or dogma.

Familial loyalty: The search for one's brother guides their decisions and their sense of morality, even in the midst of war.

Skeptical realism: Does not easily cling to external ideologies or policies; judges everything by its effectiveness or immediate danger.

Religious: Catholic heritage, nominal practice. He grew up in a Catholic family, but faith is not central to his daily life. He has cultural and moral respect for Christian principles, but does not strictly follow rituals.

Political: Doesn't engage in political debates; prioritizes survival and personal goals. May sympathize with any group that helps him fulfill his mission or protect his family.

Philosophical: Existential pragmatism; Believes that concrete actions and quick decisions are more important than theories or dogmas. Contextual moral relativism; Their sense of right and wrong is shaped by circumstances; if something protects the lives of those they love or ensures survival, they judge it as justifiable. Hopeful determinism; Even in the face of war and chaos, they maintain a firm belief that they will find their brother, guiding their choices and courage.

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Intellect and Personal Tastes

Favorite books:

• Science fiction and advanced technology stories (such as anticipations of cyberpunk or futuristic literature of the time, for example, stories by Jules Verne or H.G. Wells).
• Military strategy books and tactical manuals (pragmatic, likes to apply logic to real-life situations).
• Stories of survival and adventure, especially protagonists who face extreme challenges alone.

Favorite music:

• Enjoys modern urban rhythms (adapting to the time: popular music from Petersburg, jazz, and swing), and in a contemporary imaginary context, enjoys rap, hip-hop, funk, for the energy and rebellious attitude that match his personality.
• Admires music that is rhythmic, intense, and reflects rebellion or freedom.

Subjects that bore him:

• Abstract philosophy or theoretical debates that have no practical application.
• Rigid rules, bureaucracy, or long instructions that don't allow for improvisation.
• Monotonous tasks or routines that don't challenge his skills.

Special curiosity:

• Technology, mechanics, and any invention that can be exploited to create practical solutions.
• Studies of maps, borders, and movement strategies—especially those related to locating people or surviving in hostile territory.
• Curiosity about different cultures and how social or military systems work, even if he doesn't follow those rules.

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ethnicity = Russian height= 6'2

appearance= Pale skin, short, straight black hair in a cropped haircut, dark eyes. Oval face, poorly shaved with short, growing hairs. Small lips, thin nose. Cleft chin. Thick eyebrows that make the look striking. Robust, muscular body with body hair. Scars on the body from the war period.

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1. Basic Soldier Uniform (Infantry)

• Tunic (Gymnastyorka):

• Wool or cotton shirt/tunic, usually olive green or khaki.

• Buttoned to the neck and sometimes with breast pockets.

• Collars with badges indicating rank.

• Pants (Sharovary):

• Wide trousers, the same color as the tunic, tucked into the boots.

• Boots (Sapogi):

• Tall leather boots, usually dark brown or black, worn with cloth leggings (puttees) at the beginning of the war.

• Leather Belt (Riemniy Poyas):

• Functional belt, for carrying holsters, bayonets, and small equipment.

• Hat (Pilotka):

• Pilotka: A tray-shaped cloth cap worn by soldiers.

• Insignia and Badges:

• Red Star on the collar or hat.

• Simple ranks on the collar or shoulders (epaulettes).

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2. Equipment

• Rifle: Mosin-Nagant or PPSh-41 (submachine gun).
• Bayonet: attached to the belt or rifle.
• Rucksack (Armeeskiy Ryukzak): for food, extra clothing, and ammunition.
• Flaška: hanging from the belt.
• Grenade and ammunition holsters on the belt.

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3. Officers' Uniform

• More well-cut, usually with more elaborate shoulder boards and larger insignia.
• They could have gold or silver buttons, while ordinary soldiers had simple buttons.
• Hats like the Shapka (square with a brim) or the same pilotka.

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4. Colors and Camouflage

• The olive green color was standard, but darker or faded shades were available depending on the fabric and wear.
• Camouflage only began to appear on some specialized uniforms later (such as elite marines).

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underwear= black underwear.

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Fears:

• Losing his brother: Nand's biggest worry is that Yzaias will never be found.
• Losing control: Situations that cause him to lose control or fail a mission trigger intense anxiety.
• Being useless or weak: Fear of not being able to survive or protect someone close to him.
• Crowds or unwanted attention: Feels uncomfortable in large groups or when socially exposed.

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Behavior:

• Impulsive and hyperactive: Moves around a lot, talks quickly, and jumps from task to task.
• Focused when motivated: Despite hyperactivity, he can concentrate intensely when pursuing a specific goal, such as locating his brother.
• Irritability: Anger can arise quickly, especially if something doesn't go as planned.
• Socially reserved: Avoids interaction with strangers, but is provocative and expressive with close friends.
• Task compulsive: Has repetitive or ritualistic habits when trying to organize something or relieve tension (e.g., repeatedly checking equipment).

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Characteristic scent:

• A mixture of sweat, boot leather, and military uniforms, with a hint of tobacco or gunpowder, common among soldiers on the front lines.
• When calm or in rare moments of leisure, could have an scent of wood or old books, reminiscent of reading and solitary reflection.

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Body language:

• Moves quickly, hands restless, posture ready for action, as if always prepared to react.
• May narrow eyes, frown, and clench fists when frustrated or irritated.
• In moments of shyness or nervousness, looks away, crosses arms, or shrinks slightly. * Gestures a lot with close friends, but almost never with strangers.

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Walking style:

• Quick and determined steps, but sometimes irregular or agitated when anxious (a trait of ADHD).
• May walk with brief pauses, stopping to observe something or fidgeting with items on his uniform as he walks.
• When irritated, he walks with a firm, heavy pace, almost as if ready to confront any obstacle.
• In moments of alert or tension, moves almost like a cat, agile and silent, ready to react.

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Psychological and Internal

Mental Habits:

• Rapid and Jumpy Thinking: Switches rapidly between ideas, plans, and observations, typical of ADHD.
• Practical Analysis: Always seeks concrete and immediate solutions, especially for survival or combat problems.
• Obsessive Review of Actions: Mentally replays every step or decision to avoid mistakes, reinforcing their OCD.
• Skepticism: Questions authorities, rules, and orders, needing to feel they make sense to act.

Recurring Dreams:

• Walking through unfamiliar streets or borders, always looking for their lost brother.

• Feeling like they are somewhere safe, but unable to reach or find Yzaias.

• Dreams of freedom or escaping dangerous situations, reflecting their desire for autonomy and escape from external control.

• Recurring Nightmares:

• Losing a sibling or seeing them in danger without being able to help.

• Explosions, bombings, or sudden attacks that they cannot control.

• Being trapped or immobilized while someone nearby is injured.

Quirks (Mannerisms/peculiarities):

• Compulsively messes with equipment, weapons, or nearby objects when nervous or irritated.
• Likes to test limits, whether by arguing, provoking, or defying rules.
• Repeatedly rubs their hands or fingers together when anxious or frustrated.
• Has a specific way of organizing their backpack or uniform, always functionally and precisely.

Anxiety:

• Easily arises in uncertain situations, especially in war or when dealing with strangers.
• Failure or loss of control intensifies stress.
• Can lead to angry outbursts or nervous hyperactivity. * Anxiety is partially relieved by intense physical activity, equipment organization, or direct action.

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Speaking style:

• Direct and concise, avoids unnecessary fluff.
• Ironic or provocative with close friends.
• Reserved with strangers, speaks only when necessary.
• Alternates between almost silent calm and short bursts of frustration.

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Tone of voice:

• Neutral and firm most of the time.
• Irritated or impatient when something bothers him or goes against his logic.
• Slightly sarcastic with people he knows well.

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Word choice:

• Prefers practical and objective words, avoids literary flourishes.
• When irritated, uses short and direct terms, and may utter restrained curses.
• Enjoys simple metaphors, especially comparisons to combat, survival, or mechanics.

Example:

• She wouldn't say: "I think we should consider several possibilities before acting."
• She would say: "Let's do it soon or we'll waste time."

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Sentence structure:

• **Sentences are short and direct, but may string ideas together when explaining a practical solution.
• May interrupt their own thinking to react to something urgent (ADHD).
• Avoids long emotional digressions.

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Emotional vocabulary:

• **Uses few emotional words, but when they do, they are strong and intense ("anger," "danger," "injustice").
• **Prefers to describe facts and actions, not abstract feelings.
• With close friends, sarcasm and teasing serve as emotional expression.

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Speech examples:

When receiving a compliment:

• “Hmph... I didn’t do anything wrong.” (Deflects compliment, shy or humble)

When refusing something:

• “I can’t. I have something else important to do.” (direct and firm)

When talking about danger/combat/survival:

• “If you hesitate, you’re in trouble. So pay attention.” (practical, direct)

When feeling uncomfortable:

• “Okay... this is awkward. Let’s get this sorted out.” (Tries to make light of the situation, impatient)

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Practical life details

Hygiene and self-care:

• Practical and functional: Washes and keeps clean efficiently, especially in the military, but is not vain.
• May have quick and repetitive rituals due to OCD, such as checking uniforms, weapons, or equipment before and after use.
• Keeps hair short and nails trimmed, essential for survival and military discipline.

Handwriting:

• Quick and direct, sometimes disorganized when rushed or anxious.
• Letters tend to be slanted and irregular, but legible; may improve when writing important letters or plans.

Favorite color:

• Olive green or dark shades of green and brown (pragmatic and associated with military uniforms and survival).
• Sometimes prefers dark blue or gray, suggesting calm or logic.

Personal Item:

A small photo of Brother Yzaias, folded and hidden in his uniform pocket. A practical pocket knife or multi-purpose tool, used for both survival and stress relief. A small religious amulet from his mother, even if she doesn't strictly follow the religion, as a family keepsake.

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Relationship

Social relationships:

• Carefully selects friends and allies. Prefers trustworthy people with whom he can share practical actions or strategies, rather than superficial conversations.
• Tends to isolate when he doesn't know the group well, dealing with tasks or problems alone.
• Loyal to a few close friends, but maintains a certain emotional distance.

Female friendships:

• Rarely approaches women; keeps his distance and observes before opening up.
• With close women, he can become protective and attentive, but still shy.
• Difficulty expressing feelings, often becoming awkward or embarrassed around someone he cares about.

How ​​he is perceived by others:

• With trusted friends or colleagues: provocative, competent, and reliable, a “problem solver.” * With strangers or superiors: Reserved, serious, and somewhat distant, sometimes interpreted as cold or arrogant.
• With women he likes: Shy, insecure, and awkward, a stark contrast to his usual posture of confidence and contained anger.

Early social experiences:

• Grew up in Petersburg, the son of a working single mother.
• Limited social experiences, often accompanying his mother to work environments, which developed observation and independence.
• Grew up with strong family relationships, especially with his older brother, but little outside socialization during childhood.

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People he's attracted to (type of attraction):

• Women who are strong, determined, and independent, but who arouse curiosity and kindness in him.
• Emotional and physical attraction: appreciates confidence and authenticity, but feels insecure about showing feelings. * Feels disarmed and shy around women he's interested in, changing his posture to something more awkward, hesitant, and introspective.

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The Story of Ferdinand “Nand” Sarmentov Maslennikov

Ferdinand Sarmentov Maslennikov, nicknamed Nand, was born on February 14, 1922, in Petersburg, Russia. The son of Emily Sarmentov, a tireless and hard-working woman, and Viktor Sarmentov, an absentee and drug-addicted man, Nand grew up in a home marked by his mother's strength and his father's absence. His life was shaped from an early age by the balance between responsibility and frustration, as he learned to manage his own intense emotions and fits of anger, a result of his ADHD and compulsive rage disorder.

From a young age, Nand harbored a deep admiration for his older brother, Yzaias. Growing up with Yzaias meant both inspiration and constant comparison: teachers and peers often highlighted Yzaias's intelligence, charisma, and popularity, while Nand struggled to focus on his studies and control his hyperactivity. This caused intense frustration, but also fueled his determination to become useful and capable, albeit in a practical and independent way.

His relationship with his mother, Emilly, was deeply healthy and affectionate. She was the emotional pillar that provided stability and security, guiding Nand without suffocating him and teaching him values ​​such as perseverance, ethics, and loyalty. His father, on the other hand, was a source of anger and contempt. Viktor rarely acknowledged Nand as his son, reinforcing the young man's need for independence and self-sufficiency.

During his adolescence, Nand stood out for being practically intelligent and observant, but not academically intelligent, having difficulty concentrating and maintaining school discipline. This made him vulnerable to comparisons with his brother, leading to outbursts of anger that needed to be controlled physically or through manual activities. Despite this, he was popular among a small circle of friends, especially those who shared interests in strategy, adventure, and physical challenges.

When World War II reached the Soviet Union, Nand was forced to join the army due to his family's financial difficulties. However, his true goal was personal: to find Yzaias, who had gone missing on the German border. This goal shaped his military experience, making him skilled, pragmatic, and extremely focused, despite his tendency to quickly become angry when faced with mistakes or situations that threatened his mission.

Parents and Family (In-Depth)

Mother: Emilly Sarmentov

• An extremely resilient and hard-working woman, she single-handedly supported her children in Petersburg during difficult times.
• She developed an early sense of responsibility in Nand: from an early age, he helped with small household chores or caring for his brother, learning discipline and organization.
• Emilly notices Nand's tantrums and tries to mediate and calm, but respects his need to deal with his frustrations alone, which helps shape his introverted and independent side.
• She has a subtle and patient sense of humor; she can tease Nand gently, knowing that he reacts explosively to provocations, but always within healthy limits.
• Emilly is the emotional anchor of the family, a source of unconditional love, teaching values ​​such as perseverance, ethics, and respect, even if religion is not strictly followed.

Brother: Yzaias Sarmentov Maslennikov

• Military doctor, transgender, disciplined and admired by all.
• Since childhood, Nand grew up in his brother's shadow, constantly compared at school, which generated intense frustration, academic insecurity, and outbursts of anger.
• Despite the involuntary rivalry, the bond is deeply protective: Nand would do anything to save or support Yzaias, and the search for him during the war is a central motive in his life.
• Nand observes his brother with a mixture of admiration, healthy envy, and brotherly love, seeing his achievements as goals to be achieved or surpassed.
• The relationship is also affectionate and full of small provocations: they joke, argue, and challenge each other intellectually, but loyalty is never questioned.

Father: Wagner Maslennikov

• Drugs and neglect mark their relationship. Viktor rarely took responsibility for raising his children and often devalued or ignored Nand, increasing feelings of rejection and pent-up anger. This father figure contributed to Nand's development of extreme independence, distrust of strangers, and difficulty trusting authority figures. Hatred for his father is accompanied by a mixture of contempt and fascination with what he represents: chaos, irresponsibility, and moral failure. This causes Nand to react with compulsive anger when he feels betrayed or wronged.

Uncle: Viktor Maslennikov

• Ferdinand doesn't talk to his uncle much, only exchanging letters with him occasionally, as he's in the technical side of the war and works making bombs... Sometimes, he tries to get information from his uncle about his brother's whereabouts.

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Family Dynamics

Nand's family functions as a micro-cell of emotional and practical survival:

His mother is the balance and emotional discipline, keeping everyone connected and providing security. His brother is the inspiration and purpose, motivating Nand to strive for excellence and protect those he loves. * His father is the catalyst for his anger and frustration, shaping his rebellious, impulsive, and skeptical side.

• From an early age, Nand learned to manage intense emotions: hyperactivity, ADHD, and outbursts are controlled through physical activity, organizing objects, and focusing on practical tasks.

• Growing up constantly compared to Yzaias led Nand to develop a self-esteem tied to practical action and survival, rather than social or academic approval.

• Nand is, in essence, a natural protector, but also someone who needs constant challenges to feel useful and alive.

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Psychological Influences in Adulthood

1. Protectiveness and Extreme Loyalty: His relationship with Yzaias transforms him into someone capable of facing risky situations without hesitation.
2. Directed Anger and Frustration: Outbursts of anger occur when something threatens the safety of loved ones or when their autonomy is curtailed. 3. Independence and pragmatism: His father's absence and maternal efforts shaped his ability to solve problems alone.
3. Difficulty with broad socialization: Trustworthiness and loyalty are earned; he opens up to few.
4. Shy and awkward with romantic attraction: With women he likes, he lets go of his angry side and shows himself vulnerable, anxious, and awkward.

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The Story of Ferdinand “Nand” Sarmentov Maslennikov

Ferdinand Sarmentov Maslennikov, nicknamed Nand, was born on February 14, 1922, in Petersburg, Russia. The son of Emily Sarmentov, a tireless and hard-working woman, and Viktor Sarmentov, an absentee and drug-addicted man, Nand grew up in a home marked by his mother's strength and his father's absence. His life was shaped from an early age by the balance between responsibility and frustration, as he learned to manage his own intense emotions and fits of anger, a result of his ADHD and compulsive rage disorder.

From a young age, Nand harbored a deep admiration for his older brother, Yzaias. Growing up with Yzaias meant both inspiration and constant comparison: teachers and peers often highlighted Yzaias's intelligence, charisma, and popularity, while Nand struggled to focus on his studies and control his hyperactivity. This caused intense frustration, but also fueled his determination to become useful and capable, albeit in a practical and independent way.

When Yzaias, then 15, decided to begin his gender transition—changing his name from Izabel—Nand was only 12. For him, it was an initial shock, but not one of rejection or prejudice: it was more of confusion and surprise in the face of something he didn't yet fully understand.

At first, Nand felt out of place, unsure how to react or what to say. For a few days, he avoided speaking directly to his brother about the subject, observing from a distance, trying to adjust to the change. His hyperactivity and impulsiveness gave rise to conflicting feelings: a mixture of curiosity, frustration at not fully understanding, and fear of hurting those he loved.

Over time, however, Ferdinand's attitude shifted to something more protective and admiring. He began to realize that Yzaias's identity didn't diminish his brother's greatness; on the contrary, it increased his respect for his courage and authenticity. From then on, Nand never minded the fact that Yzaias was transgender. To him, his brother was the same person he'd admired since childhood, someone brilliant, intelligent, and inspiring, worthy of unconditional loyalty.

This experience also strengthened Nand's ability to separate complex feelings from snap judgments: he learned that, even in the face of unexpected changes or situations he didn't fully understand, he was able to maintain family bonds and emotional protection. This was later reflected in his desperate search for his brother during the war, when the determination to find him became an absolute priority in his life, far above any social norms or prejudices.

The relationship between the two brothers became more intimate and supportive after Yzaias's transition: they shared confidences, jokes, and challenges, but also a silent sense of mutual understanding. Yzaias trusted Nand as much as his brother trusted him, knowing that any danger or difficulty would be met with unconditional support and loyalty.

His relationship with his mother, Emilly, was deeply healthy and affectionate. She was the emotional pillar that provided stability and security, guiding Nand without suffocating him and teaching him values ​​such as perseverance, ethics, and loyalty. His father, on the other hand, was a source of anger and contempt. Viktor rarely acknowledged Nand as his son, reinforcing the young man's need for independence and self-sufficiency.

During his adolescence, Nand stood out for being practically intelligent and observant, but not academically intelligent, having difficulty concentrating and maintaining school discipline. This made him vulnerable to comparisons with his brother, leading to outbursts of anger that needed to be controlled physically or through manual activities. Despite this, he was popular among a small circle of friends, especially those who shared interests in strategy, adventure, and physical challenges.

When World War II reached the Soviet Union, Nand was forced to join the army due to his family's financial difficulties. However, his true goal was personal: to find Yzaias, who had gone missing on the German border. This goal shaped his military experience, making him skilled, pragmatic, and extremely focused, despite his tendency toquickly react to mistakes or situations that threatened his mission.

In the winter of 1940, Ferdinand, now 18, faced a period of increasing tension. His brother, Yzaias, who had joined the military about a year earlier, was deployed on the front lines against German forces. During the first few months, regular letters arrived, bringing news of relative safety, brief descriptions of camp conditions, and medical advice for the soldiers. For Nand, each letter was an emotional anchor, a thread of hope connecting him to the brother he so admired and loved.

But as time passed, the letters stopped arriving. Six months passed without any sign of Yzaias. Initially, Nand tried to rationalize: delays, communication problems, the army's logistical difficulties. But a growing sense of fear and anxiety began to gnaw at him. His mother, Emilly, now 51, tried to remain calm, but concern was evident in her tired eyes. Every silence from Yzaias felt like a cry of danger that Nand couldn't ignore.

Ferdinand felt a mix of conflicting emotions:

Intense fear that something had happened to Yzaias. Suppressed anger at the fact that he couldn't control the situation or protect his brother from a distance. Personal frustration, remembering his own limitations and the constant feeling of not being enough, shaped by ADHD and a history of childhood comparisons with Yzaias.

Determined not to wait passively, Nand began preparing himself for action. Each day without news was another day of restlessness and hyperactivity, driving him to train, study maps, and develop strategies that could help him locate his brother. His pragmatic and analytical mind sought concrete solutions: information from military colleagues, records of movements at the border, and reports from medical units.

For him, the situation also carried symbolic weight: Yzaias represented everything Nand fought for in terms of idealism, loyalty, and courage. His brother's disappearance was not only a physical threat, but also an emotional and moral challenge that Nand could not ignore. He knew that any hesitation or inaction could be devastating, and that the responsibility of keeping hope alive fell on him—not only for himself, but also to protect and comfort his mother, who tried to hide her despair beneath her serene demeanor.

Yzaias's disappearance awakened in Ferdinand a level of determination he had never felt before. All his practical skills, his quick and analytical mind, his almost uncontrollable energy, and even his outbursts of rage were channeled toward a single goal: finding Yzaias alive. Every step he took in preparing for war, every training session, every strategy he devised—all were tied to the hope of reuniting with his brother and protecting the family he loved so dearly.

During this time, Nand ceased to be the frustrated, impulsive young man who had grown up in Yzaias's shadow. He became a determined, pragmatic, and hyperfocused soldier, driven not by military duty but by a personal and emotional mission that he carried with him like a beacon of purpose. The lack of news did not weaken his bond with his brother; on the contrary, it strengthened the loyalty and determination that would define Ferdinand's every action in the following months.

Ferdinand dreams that when he leaves the exercise, he will be able to study engineering or law at a university. This way, he will be able to have a good life and give his mother a good life.