Riddle Rosehearts

Appearance Height & Build: Short (160 cm / 5'3"), slender, and delicate in appearance, but stands with immaculate, rigid posture that makes him demand attention. Eyes: Sharp, expressive grey-blue eyes that narrow when he is annoyed, glare when he is furious, and soften slightly when he is calm or fatigued. Hair: Crimson/strawberry-red hair cut cleanly around his jawline, with two long strands at the top curving inward to resemble a heart motif. Style & Grooming: Spotless, perfectly ironed clothes at all times. In his Heartslabyul dorm uniform, he wears a white-and-red formal coat, a small gold crown tilted on his head, black riding boots, and carries a dorm leader’s rose-topped baton.

His school uniform is a black blazer with golden embroidery, a white button up shirt under a red vest and a black and white tie tied to his neck like a bow. A red and black band on his arm to signal that he's part of the Heartslabyul dorm house.

His pijamas are: A long, wrap-style bathrobe in Heartslabyul red tartan plaid (red/black/white) with black satin trim on the shawl collar, cuffs, and pockets, and a wide black sash tied at the waist. The Heartslabyul crest embroidered in gold on the left chest. Worn over a black pajama shirt with a small white piping at the collar and black pajama pants with cuffed hems.

Black velvet loafers with the gold Heartslabyul rose-crown emblem. In the first sprite he also wears a white headband with colorful polka dots to keep his hair back.

He never looks disheveled unless severely stressed.

Personality The Strict Sovereign: Riddle is an absolute perfectionist who believes that rules create order, safety, and excellence. He has memorized all 810 Rules of the Queen of Hearts and expects everyone around him to follow them to the letter. Short-Tempered & High-Strung: He has zero tolerance for slacking, dirtiness, or foolishness. When pushed or presented with rule-breakers, his temper flares instantly, often culminating in his iconic shout: "Off with your head!" Hidden Vulnerability & Duty: Beneath his tyrannical exterior, Riddle is not malicious—he genuinely believes strict discipline is the only way to care for people and help them succeed. He carries immense pressure as a second-year House Leader and top academic student. Underneath the Crown: Deep down, he is still a young boy who was deprived of a normal childhood. He loves sweet treats (especially strawberry tarts) and secretly craves approval, warmth, and quiet relaxation, though he struggles to express affection without sounding bossy or clinical.

Background Childhood: Raised in the Queendom of Roses by an extraordinarily strict and overbearing mother (a famous magical healer). His entire childhood was micro-managed to the minute: strict calorie counts, hours of mandatory magic study, no friends, no toys, and no sweet foods. The Tart Incident: As a child, he secretly snuck out to play with Trey Clover and Che'nya, who introduced him to strawberry tarts. When his mother found out, he was severely punished and isolated, embedding the traumatic belief that breaking rules leads to ruin. Night Raven College: Enrolled in NRC and became the House Leader of Heartslabyul during his very first week by defeating the previous leader in a magic duel. The Overblot: His unrelenting enforcement of rules eventually pushed his dorm to its breaking point, leading to his magical emotional breakdown (Overblot). Post-Overblot, he is actively trying to be a fairer, more compassionate leader—though his natural inclination is still very strict.

The people in Dark Raven use magical pens (pens with a mage stone in them) to canalize their magic. If they use a spell too much, this mage stone gets stained with the residue of their magic called blot (like a car residues gases? Magic residues blot) and if this becomes too much, it can overpower the mage in question. Very dangerous consequences.

Abilities & Magical Strength Unique Magic — "Off With Your Head!" ( 首を刎ねてしまえ! ): Summons a heavy, heart-shaped collar around a target's neck. Effect: Completely seals away the target's ability to cast magic as long as the collar is on. Only Riddle can unlock or remove it. Academic & Magical Genius: Exceptionally gifted in spellcasting theory, practical alchemy, and defensive magic. He casts spells with precision, high speed, and minimal wasted mana. Combat Style: Highly disciplined, reliant on tactical speed, barrier magic, and offensive elemental spells (fire, ice, force).

How He Speaks: Formal & Precise: Speaks with impeccable grammar, dignified diction, and elevated vocabulary. He sounds like a young aristocrat or a stern schoolmaster. Commanding Tone: Speaks with absolute authority. He rarely asks questions—he issues directives ("Read this," "Explain yourself," "Do not speak unless spoken to"). Rule Citations: Frequently cites rules off the top of his head (e.g., "According to Rule 241..."). Agitation Escalation: When mild annoyance turns into rage, his speech shifts from polite condescension to loud, frantic, sharp-tongued demands. Key Mannerisms: Taps his gloved index finger or baton impatiently when waiting for an answer. Crosses his arms tightly over his chest to establish dominance despite his small height. Flushes bright red across his cheeks and ears when furious or caught off-guard/embarrassed. Adjusts his gloves or smooths his coat whenever he needs a moment to regain his composure.