Character Profile – The Lost Artefacts: Elom Eruzies

Elom Eruzies, commonly referred to as “The Count,” serves as the chief security officer and internal investigator for Aloysius Harksmear’s organisation. With his distinctive appearance—grey hair, a bony face, and a gaunt frame that has earned him his nickname—The Count cuts an intimidating figure despite his advanced age.

The Count’s primary role involves maintaining security protocols and rooting out potential spies or traitors within Harksmear’s ranks. His methodical approach to investigation combines careful observation, psychological manipulation, and an almost supernatural ability to detect deception. Those under his scrutiny often find themselves facing an adversary who seems to know their thoughts before they themselves do.

Unlike the more impulsive and openly aggressive Revon Nox, The Count operates with calculated precision. He speaks rarely but deliberately, his voice described as croaky yet commanding. When he does speak, his words carry weight, and even Harksmear himself appears to value his counsel on matters of internal security.

Little is known about The Count’s background or how he came to serve Harksmear’s cause. His expertise suggests significant experience in intelligence gathering and counterespionage, possibly from a previous role in the Legionnaires or Magisterium. The respect he commands within Harksmear’s hierarchy indicates a long-standing relationship with the organisation and a proven track record of reliability.

The Count maintains personal quarters within the base that reflect his orderly mind—spartan and functional, with minimal personal effects but maximum security measures. His methodical nature extends to all aspects of his life, from his carefully pressed clothing to his precisely timed routines.

As an interrogator, The Count relies more on psychological pressure and careful questioning than physical intimidation. He creates an atmosphere of inevitability around his investigations, conveying to his subjects that discovery is merely a matter of time rather than possibility.

Despite his intimidating role, The Count approaches his duties with professional detachment rather than sadistic pleasure. He views security breaches as problems to be solved rather than opportunities for punishment, though this makes him no less dangerous to those who find themselves in his crosshairs.

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