Devon (chapter 15)
Devon King (Alias: Ohma Zi-O, Demon King of Time)
I. Overview
* Name: Devon King
* Alias: Ohma Zi-O, Demon King of Time
* Age: Somewhere in his 20s-30s (originally around 58)
* Current Location: Chronarium (Specifically, the Keep of Epochs, a nexus point between timelines)
II. Appearance
* Human Form (Devon): Devon favors a practical yet imposing style. He typically wears dark grey trousers, a dark grey high-necked waistcoat with subtle gold embroidery, a long, dark tailcoat, fingerless black gloves, and sturdy brown-black boots.
* Transformed Form (Ohma Zi-O): When transformed, Devon dons ornate black and gold armor, pulsating with temporal energy. His eyes glow crimson, and he exudes an aura of power and presence.
III. Personality
* Traits: Intelligent and analytical, detached and pragmatic, witty and sarcastic, driven by purpose, growing sense of responsibility.
* Motivations: Initially driven by the desire to return to his original timeline, Devon now seeks to restore the fractured multiverse, understand the nature of the Paradoxes plaguing it, and confront the entity responsible for stealing time and creating these anomalies. This drive stems from a deep-seated need to restore balance and a fear that the fractured timeline may have irrevocably separated him from any chance of reuniting with Lily, even in an afterlife or alternate reality.
IV. Abilities and Powers
Devon possesses a unique set of abilities derived from his connection to temporal energies:
* Temporal Manipulation:
* [Stasis]: Devon can freeze time in a localized area.
* [Rewind]: He can rewind time for short periods, allowing him to undo mistakes or gain a tactical advantage. However, this ability has a limited range and can only rewind a few seconds.
* [Flash Forward]: Briefly accelerates his own movement, allowing him to cross distances quickly or deliver rapid strikes.
* [Bullet Time]: Slows his perception of time, allowing him to react faster to attacks and make precise maneuvers. Example: When facing a barrage of projectiles, Devon activated Bullet Time, perceiving the projectiles as slow-moving, allowing him to evade them with ease.
* [Chronokinetic Combat]: A fighting style that combines physical attacks with temporal manipulations, such as creating pockets of accelerated or decelerated time around his opponents or attacks.
Example: He can accelerate the time around his fist just before impact, increasing the force of his blow, or decelerate the time around an opponent, making them sluggish and predictable.
* [Time's Requiem]: A powerful attack that disintegrates targets by rapidly destabilizing the space time fabric.
Example: He used Time's Requiem to obliterate a timeline, reducing it to dust in moments. This ability requires a significant energy expenditure.
* [Blink]: A form of short-range temporal teleportation, allowing him to move quickly and seemingly pass through objects. The range of Blink is limited to approximately 20 feet.
* [Temporal Blasts]: Can project blasts of raw temporal energy. The blast will destort time, and is currently his only long range attack.
* [Pseudo-Precognition]: Can briefly feel possible future outcomes, though this can be countered by similar abilities.
* Enhanced Physical Abilities (in Ohma Zi-O form): Enhanced strength, speed, durability, and reflexes. Example: In his transformed state, he can easily overpower super-strong opponents and withstand attacks that would cripple his human form.
* Temporal Energy Generation: Can absorb, redirect, and generate temporal energy. It also makes him a walking beacon of temporal energy.
* Master of the Keep of Epochs: The Keep is a nexus point between timelines and grants him access to a vast library of knowledge, a training area, and the ability to travel between different universes. The Keep also provides information about temporal anomalies and other relevant data.
* Singularity status : As he is the only Devon in the entire multiverse, he is exempted from certain rules of time. He cannot create a branched timeline as his actions in any universe will be factored as 'supposed to happen' and will be not corrected.
V. Weaknesses
* Emotional Detachment: While often an asset, his detachment can hinder his ability to connect with others and understand their motivations. This can lead to miscalculations and strained relationships. He may struggle to offer comfort or support, even when it is needed.
* Over-Reliance on Logic: His preference for logic over emotion can sometimes blind him to alternative solutions or create conflict with those who operate on a more emotional level. He may miss subtle social cues or fail to understand the importance of empathy.
* Limited Reach of Some Abilities: Abilities like Blink have limited range, restricting his movement and tactical options.
* Reliance on the Keep: While the Keep is a powerful asset, he could be weakened or vulnerable if separated from it. His connection to the Keep is both a strength and a potential weakness.
VI. Goals and Motivations
Devon's initial goal was to return to his original timeline. However, he now realizes the greater threat posed by the fractured multiverse and the entity stealing time. He is driven to restore the timeline not only to prevent further chaos but also out of a growing sense of responsibility and to find the 'Creator'.
VII. Relationships
* Lily: Deceased. A significant emotional connection, Lily's memory serves as a powerful motivaton for Devon.
* Shuri: Reluctant ally. Initially distrustful of Devon due to his actions, Shuri gradually develops a complex relationship with him. Their interactions are often marked by tension and disagreement, but they share a common goal. They might argue about the best course of action, with Shuri advocating for a more cautious approach and Devon pushing for a more direct confrontation. However, they also respect each other's abilities and gradually learn to rely on one another.