Patient 17 (Victor Crane)
Haunted artist struggling with inner demons.
Overview
Stories
Character Attributes
Basic Info
A former promising artist, he has a tall, gaunt frame, with an air of both vulnerability and intensity. His once vibrant spirit has dimmed dramatically, leaving him haunted by his past and the horrors within the asylum. He is often seen with paint stains on his clothes, a remnant of his artistic identity.
Age:29
Gender:Male
Species Human
Ethnicity Caucasian
Nationality:American
Education:Studied fine arts at a local college before his commitment disrupted his education
Occupation:Former artist
Socioeconomic Status:Lower middle class background, faced financial struggles due to his commitment and lost career opportunities
Relationships
Family:
Emily Crane
Mother
Robert Crane
Father
Friends & Allies:
James Thorne
Ally
Lily Winters
Companion
Backstory
Once a promising artist, he was committed to Blackthorn Asylum after a traumatic event. He grapples with the loss of his identity and the horrors he witnesses inside, determined to uncover the truth behind his confinement while protecting his fellow patients.
Major Life Events:
  • Discovered a passion for painting at a young age
  • Experienced a traumatic event leading to his commitment
  • Witnessed the dark side of psychiatric practices
  • Developed a strong bond with fellow patients
Tramatic Experiences:
  • Witnessing his mother's breakdown
  • Being subjected to cruel experiments in the asylum
Secrets and Lies:
  • Keeps his artistic aspirations a secret, fearing ridicule
  • Lies about wanting to escape, masking his fear of confronting the outside world
Physical Attributes
A 29-year-old Caucasian male with a tall, lean frame. His dark brown hair is long and often messy, while his deep blue eyes reflect a mix of fear and creativity. He wears tattered clothes, often stained with paint, a relic of his past as an artist. His face shows signs of stress and anxiety.
Height:6ft 1in
Build:Lean and frail, with a somewhat fragile appearance
Eye Color:Deep blue that seem to shift with his emotions
Hair Color:Dark brown
Hair Style:Long and unkempt, often tied back loosely
Face Shape:Angular with high cheekbones and a drawn appearance
Distinctive Features:Haunting eyes and visible paint stains on hands
Personality
Personality Traits:
  • Thoughtful
  • sensitive
  • introspective
  • troubled
  • creative
Motivations:
  • Survival
  • Redemption for his perceived failures
  • Finding the truth behind his commitment
  • Protecting other patients
Strengths:
  • Artistic talent
  • Insightful observations
Weaknesses:
  • Overly trusting
  • Struggles with self-worth
Goals:
  • To regain his freedom
  • To create a masterpiece that reflects his journey
  • To expose the truth about the asylum's practices
  • To connect with other survivors of trauma
Fears:
  • Fear of losing his sanity
  • Fear of being forgotten
  • Fear of the dark forces within the asylum
  • Fear of transforming into something monstrous
Interests:
  • Painting
  • Poetry
  • Nature walks
  • Classic literature
Skills:
  • Exceptional painting and drawing skills, strong observational abilities
Humor and Wit:
  • Possesses a dry sense of humor
  • often using it as a defense mechanism. His wit can be dark and reflective
  • revealing the depth of his experiences.
Beliefs and Values: Believes in the power of art as a form of expression and healing. Values truth and compassion, hoping to use his experiences to help others understand the darkness of mental health treatments.
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