Lotta characters this go-round, what's one more amongst foundations? My second and last character!

[hider=Simon Riddle][color=silver][h1][b][i][center][color=dimgray]~Simon Klaus Riddle~[/color][/center][/i][/b][/h1]
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[center][h3][i]"When you see me again, it won't be me."[/i]
[color=dimgray]~ The Man From Another Place[/color][/h3][/center]
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[center][h3][i][b][color=dimgray]~General Information~[/color][/b][/i][/h3][/center]

[color=dimgray][b]Name:[/b][/color] Simon Klaus Riddle. (Real Name: Simon Copeland - known only by himself, Chiron, and Mr. D)
[color=dimgray][b]Nick-Names:[/b][/color] Marvolo, Dr. Strange, Lynch.
[color=dimgray][b]Sex/Gender:[/b][/color] Male.
[color=dimgray][b]Species:[/b][/color] Demigod.
[color=dimgray][b]Occupation:[/b][/color] Full-Time Camper.
[color=dimgray][b]Place Of Origin:[/b][/color] Beverly, Massachusetts.
[color=dimgray][b]Age:[/b][/color] Twenty-Years Old.
[color=dimgray][b]Camp Cabin:[/b][/color] Cabin Sixteen - Hecate.

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[center][h3][i][b][color=dimgray]~Relationship Information~[/color][/b][/i][/h3][/center]

[color=dimgray][b]Relationship Status:[/b][/color] Single.
[color=dimgray][b]Sexuality:[/b][/color] Heterosexual/Straight.
[color=dimgray][b]Partner:[/b][/color] None.
[color=dimgray][b]Godly Parent: [/b]Εκάτη[/color] - Hecate, goddess of magic, sorcery, witchcraft, crossroads, trivial knowledge & necromancy.
[color=dimgray][b]Human Parent:[/b][/color] Dean Copeland - FBI Special Agent
[color=dimgray][b]Siblings:[/b][/color] Circe (Older Half-Sister, Status Unknown), Lou Ellen Blackstone (Older Half-Sister, Alumnus), Alabaster C. Torrington (Older Half-Brother, Status Unknown).
[color=dimgray][b]Legacy:[/b][/color] None.
[color=dimgray][b]Pet/s:[/b][/color] None.
[color=dimgray][b]Other:[/b][/color] N/A.

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[center][h3][i][b][color=dimgray]~Personal Information~[/color][/b][/i][/h3][/center]

[color=dimgray][b]Personality:[/b][/color] An aloof introvert with a grim, cynical sense of humor and a deep, almost obsessive fascination with occult knowledge, Simon Riddle remains one of the most enigmatic and mysterious campers at Camp Half-Blood. Ungregarious, Simon often feels out of place in a crowd, his discomfort only further exacerbated when interacting with strangers. Though noted for his exceptional courtesy and good manners, Simon prefers to keep a few close, enduring friendships, content in his small social circle. Indeed, while incredibly polite in conversation, many find Simon to be reserved or even dull, smiling little, and showing little interest in anything that doesn't catch his attention. Possessing an uncanny ability to make others uncomfortable with his blunt honesty and morbid humor, coupled with an [url=http://pa1.narvii.com/6428/67d545008d5945154223653c9e919d9bc6586eec_hq.gif]eerie, humorless smile[/url] and piercing gaze, Simon unwittingly holds a dark reputation within the Camp, with some associating him as a pagan devil-worshipper or dark sorcerer. That being said, Simon does not intentionally flout social conventions, and appears genuinely shocked upon realizing he was being rude or discomforting. Nevertheless, Simon's confusing, sometimes hypocritical approach to matters of social decorum paint him as quite an eccentric; eating at strange, inconsistent hours; using his bed for storage instead of sleeping; playing an out-of-tune violin at random intervals; or fidgeting with small handheld objects in his spare time, ranging from a golden drachma, to playing cards, or even jacks and marbles.

Nothing short of brilliant, Simon possesses a vast, encyclopedic mind and insatiable thirst for knowledge skirting on the fanatical, unafraid of delving into controversial or even forbidden sources of knowledge, should it interest him enough. This passion for learning often puts Simon (and others, by extension) at risk, as he fearlessly walks into dangerous, even life-threatening situations with little regard for his own well-being; driven only by his tireless search. 

Introspective and contemplative, Simon is something of a modern-day philosopher, frequently sharing sage-like quotations or making general observations of the world around him, using his broad scope of knowledge to provide insight on various topics, ranging from practical information to nonsensical reflections, with little correlation between the two. 

An accomplished wizard and illusionist, Simon possesses a darker, craftier side to his personality as well; more than willing to lie, cheat, manipulate, or deceive friend or foe alike should it suit his greater purpose, though he generally is not malicious. A master profiler, bordering on eidetic, Simon perceptively analyzes one's word choice, tone, inflection, facial expression, and body language to gauge their mood, motivation, or even background, coming across as almost psychic at times. As a result, some accuse Simon of seeing his peers as little more than living puzzles to be solved, though he denies such accusations, and appears sincerely affable to those close to him. However, Simon can be notoriously untrustworthy and unreliable at times, frequently using his illusive powers to trick even his closest friends, disguising his appearance, subtly altering the environment, or even concealing himself behind the guise of a monster, with no apparent goal or motivation behind these deceptions.

Beneath his eccentric, crafty exterior, Simon struggles heavily with insomnia, feelings of self-doubt, and a desire to impress his mother, often secluding himself when needing time to think alone; hiding away either in his Cabin, or within the deep of Half-Blood Forest, disappearing for hours, or possibly even days before reappearing spontaneously, acting no different than when he left. 

A mystery unlikely to be solved anytime soon, Simon's path is a strange and difficult one, but not one he walks without aid. 

[color=dimgray][b]Likes:[/b][/color] [list]
[*]Divination (Tarotology, Chirology, Fortune-Telling) 
[*]Vintage music and classic movies
[*]Folklore & religious study
[*]Dark horror and science fiction television (Fargo, X-Files, Twin Peaks, etc.)
[*]Reading
[*]Nighttime
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[color=dimgray][b]Dislikes:[/b][/color] [list]
[*]Skeptics
[*]Insects
[*]The period between early morning to mid-afternoon
[*]"Simple" people
[*]The Obstacle Tower / Capture the Flag
[*]Routine
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[color=dimgray][b]Hobbies:[/b][/color] 
Befitting his bohemian-like nature, Simon is a man of many strange, and unrelated hobbies. An avid, if somewhat unskilled instrumentalist, Simon can be randomly found playing most any instrument one can think of, showing notable talent at the piano. Constantly bored, Simon stimulates his mind by performing random, nonsensical activities, such as firing a crossbow at his bedroom wall; using magic to change his appearance to "try a new look"; drawing rune symbols either on paper, or etching them into wood; knitting; or writing short stories for fun. 

[color=dimgray][b]Strengths:[/b][/color] [list]
[*][color=dimgray][b]Occult Knowledge-[/b][/color] A genius in no uncertain terms, Simon seems to specializes in mythical, occult knowledge of not only Greek mythology, but folklore from various other countries and cultures, as well. Knowledgeable of seemingly any monster or supernatural being, Simon is an invaluable ally to have should one have a question regarding the hidden Greek or Roman world.
[*][color=dimgray][b]Profiling-[/b][/color] An immensely skilled reader of people, Simon is incredibly difficult to trick or deceive, his keen eye noticing small details that many others miss.
[*][color=dimgray][b]Alchemy-[/b][/color] An adept alchemist, Simon is skilled at not only identifying alchemical ingredients and symbols, but also crafting various potions and poultices, with effects ranging from causing infatuation and obsession; confusion and disorientation; a deep sleep; personal comfort and soothing agitation; to even instilling good luck. More dramatic potions that Hecate's cabin is rather infamous for causes the drinker to turn into various creatures such as hamsters or piglets, often used as pranks against other cabins. 
[*][color=dimgray][b]Latin Fluency-[/b][/color] While naturally inclined towards Ancient Greek due to his parentage, Simon is also naturally fluent in Latin, able to speak, read, and write it perfectly.
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[color=dimgray][b]Weaknesses:[/b][/color] [list]
[*][color=dimgray][b]Pride-[/b][/color] Though not overtly self-important or haughty, Simon nevertheless is enormously confident in his intelligence and abilities, strongly bordering on outright arrogance. While not actively seeking fame, Simon gains pleasure in confusing or baffling others with his exceptional knowledge and responds receptively to flattery much the same way a child of Aphrodite would in being called beautiful. Consequently, he becomes quite offended if someone either downplays his intelligence, or attempts to outperform him. 
[*][color=dimgray][b]Martial Prowess-[/b][/color] Though physically fit and quite healthy, Simon is not a warrior by any stretch, falling back on his magic in any conflict. Somewhat clumsy and walking with a permanent limp, Simon can only win physical battles through trickery or ambush, quickly beaten should he lose these factors. 
[*][color=dimgray][b]Untrustworthiness-[/b][/color] An enigmatic and closed-off individual, even Simon's closest friends know very little about his overall goal and motives. While no one (discounting a few enemies) questions his loyalty to Camp Half-Blood or Olympus, very few people are inclined to trust Simon due to his underlying craftiness and darker traits.
[*][color=dimgray][b]Restless Mind-[/b][/color] Needless to say, Simon never stops thinking, his mind racing at a thousand miles per hour regardless of the hour of day. As a result, Simon is a textbook insomniac, often struggling to fall or stay asleep for even average periods of time. Similarly, while awake, Simon finds it nearly impossible to sit still and quiet unless engrossed in something within his circle of interests, which even then is accompanied by humming, fidgeting, nail-biting, and music-playing to give his brain something to do. 
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[color=dimgray][b]Biography:[/b][/color] Born on a stormy autumn night in Beverly, Massachusetts, Simon claims to recall little of note during his childhood. His father, Dean, was a quirky, ineffably friendly FBI agent who had the uncommon ability to see through the Mist. From the time he was old enough to read, Simon was extensively taught not only Greek mythology; but Roman, Norse, Egyptian, Tibet, and Native American mythology from his father, who firmly believed that knowledge was the greatest gift a person could receive. He excelled in his schooling, though deliberately kept his grades below exceptional to avoid standing out amidst his peers. 

Simon was often excluded by his classmates, considered "weird" and a "freak" for his lack of social skills and fascination with the arcane. Because of this, he grew up a very lonely child, his only friends being whatever animals he would come into contact with and his own father.

As the years passed, Simon's loneliness grew. He attempted to fit in with the other boys in his class, but lacked the athletic skill and coordination that many young children had. It was in one of these desperate attempts to prove himself that he fell out of a tree he was climbing, fracturing his leg. Though the injury healed without issue, it left him with a permanent limp that only further alienated him from the rest of his peers. 

However, Simon's luck would shift when he turned the age of 13. A young transfer student by the name of Emilie Brooks had recently moved to the United States from Canada, and started attending Simon's school. She became acquainted with Simon almost immediately, looking beyond the "strange gimp boy" to see the true individual underneath. Simon grew enamored with her vibrant, sunny nature, feeling revitalized in her presence. Their continued interaction evolved from acquaintances to friendship to romantic attraction. Simon felt as though, for the first time, he was not alone in a world he did not belong in, and that things were finally about to change. . . But as with all things during middle-school years, nothing lasts. Not long after Simon's 14th birthday, Emilie moved away to a different state, following her father's recent job promotion and transfer. Now left alone once again, Simon could only stand back and watch. 

The years dragged on with little change; Simon receded further within himself, letting others view him as they saw fit. Covering his emotions with a layer of eccentric whimsy, Simon kept to himself, content to live in his own private little world.

By the time Simon turned 16, his demigod status was revealed to him personally by his own mother, who gave him a spell-book and magical cane as a claiming present. Sent to Camp Half-Blood now that his status was revealed, Simon immersed himself in his Greek heritage, becoming rather well-known in the camp as a resident scholar and magician, even with very few, if any friends to speak of. Spending much of his spare time wandering the dense, mystical forests of Camp Half-Blood, Simon feels, for perhaps the first time in his life, somewhere he belongs. 

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[center][h3][i][b][color=dimgray]~Demigod Abilities~[/color][/b][/i][/h3][/center]

[color=dimgray][b]Demigod Abilities:[/b][/color] As a Child of the Mist, Simon is one of the few demigods in the world outside his Cabin with the natural ability to cast spells and control the Mist, making him one of the more unpredictable and versatile demigods within Camp Half-Blood, with the potential for great power - or great destruction. 

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[*][color=dimgray][b]Illusion Casting-[/b][/color] The bread-and-butter of his magical abilities, Simon can cast powerful and persuasive illusions, making mortal and demigod alike see what he wants them to see. Simon's use of this power an range from changing his hair color or conjuring a duplicate of himself to creating full-scale battles that look and feel almost entirely real, though the physical and mental strain of casting these illusions are relative to their size and magnitude, leaving Simon completely exhausted should he overexert himself. The full extent of Simon's illusory powers is unknown, seemingly only limited by his imagination and mental limits. 
[*][color=dimgray][b]Memory Manipulation-[/b][/color] As the Mist is the veil that separates the mythical and mortal worlds, Simon can manipulate the memories of any mortal lacking Clear Sight with physical contact, changing or erasing memories of individuals and events, replacing them with something grounded in realism. Using this power has no ill-effect on the mortal except leaving them in a momentary confused state of [i]Déjà vu[/i].
[*][color=dimgray][b]Concealment-[/b][/color] Simon can hide the real form of something to both humans and demigods, which is what allows a demigod's weapon to disguise itself as a pen or baseball bat when looked upon by a mortal. On a much grander scale, during the Second Titan War, Typhon used the Mist to disguise his true form as a massive ocean storm, even concealing the majority of his true form to demigods.
[*][color=dimgray][b]Disguise-[/b][/color] Simon can use the Mist to disguise the physical appearance of himself and anyone he chooses, altering attire, voice, and physical aspect into an almost entirely accurate masquerade. Simon can also use this ability to mimic or conjure false injuries that dissipate once the illusion ends. 
[*][color=dimgray][b]Invisibility-[/b][/color] One of Simon's more taxing powers allows him to render himself and others unseen and unheard through a subtle trick on the mind as opposed to bending light waves. This power requires immense concentration on Simon's part, and any lapse in focus will cause him and anyone else to turn visible again. 
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[center][h3][i][color=dimgray][b]~Weaponry Information~[/b][/color][/i][/h3][/center]

[color=dimgray][b]Weapon[/b][/color] An enchanted magical staff in the form of a walking cane.
[color=dimgray][b]Weapon Type:[/b][/color] Forged partially of silver 
[color=dimgray][b]Attributes:[/b][/color] A claiming gift from Hecate, Simon's cane is full of potential magical energy, enhanced by various enchantments from Hecate, herself that make it nigh-indestructible. His only offensive utility in battle, Simon can use his staff to telekinetically lift or move objects of varying size and weight, requiring more effort for larger items. Offensively, the staff can project a [url=https://vignette1.wikia.nocookie.net/sorcerers-apprentice/images/6/6b/Air_Blast_in_Action.gif/revision/latest?cb=20170505075502]blast of concussive telekeinetic force from its tip[/url], or a bolt of destructive electrical energy, focusing Simon's own magic into a focal point. However, when separated from the staff, Simon is unable to utilize its powers, and the staff is little more than a glorified walking stick. 
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[center][h3][i][color=dimgray][b]~Other Information~[/b][/color][/i][/h3][/center]

[color=dimgray][b]Other:[/b][/color] [list]
[*]Like all children of Hecate, Simon's magic is more powerful at night, and weaker in the daytime.
[*]Simon, despite his brilliance, is notoriously forgetful when it comes to remembering people's names. Whether this is on purpose or out of general absentmindedness remains to be seen. 
[*]Simon has a close relationship with his mother, Hecate, who dotes on her son much in the way a loving mortal mother would. 
[*]Simon shows some level of disdain towards the Olympians, notably for their treatment of his mother before the Second Titan War. 
[*]Simon has an odd habit of randomly lapsing into periods of silence, even when in mid-sentence. Why he does this is not certain, but he appears to be strained or in deep concentration. 
[*]Though he takes personal hygiene very seriously, Simon's cabin room ranges slightly disorderly to a complete mess depending on the day.
[*]Simon will randomly let his hair grow out at some point during the summer, not getting it cut until it reaches down to the back of his neck.
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[center][h3][i][color=dimgray][b]~Theme Song~[/b][/color][/i][/h3][/center]
[color=dimgray][b]Theme Song:[/b][/color]
[url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZF5uqVdCvnA]"We Suck Young Blood"[/url] by Radiohead

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