Crush (Dynamic Avatar)
NPC · Mage
Oh, Gods — he’s beautiful. Manly in all the right ways, without the toxic soup that often passes for masculinity in real guys. His arms are just buff enough, his belly ridged into a perfect flabless eight-pack. His hair’s just messy enough to look sweet. His eyes sparkle with mischief. Whatever he wears, Crush wears it well. And if you happen to catch him wearing nothing, well then, it’s your lucky day, isn’t it?
His name’s not really “Crush,” is it? I mean, that’s what he is, really, but this Avatar goes by whatever name his host prefers. Immaculately masculine, he appears to mages who, regardless of their gender or sexuality, desire the company of an unapologetic guy. He’s the romantic lead of your dreams, assuming whatever form pleases you best. A guiding spirit, Crush transcends culture or ethnicity; one mage might see him as a beefy jock, while another sees a slick tycoon, or a tattooed leather-daddy bear. In all guises, though, this spirit is archetypally male, living up to the standards of manhood craved most in his mage’s life.
Unlike the brutal Boss, Crush nurtures his host. He’s a lover, not a brute… unless, of course, a brute is what you’re looking for. Where other men fall short, Crush delivers. He’s sensitive without being timid, strong without being oppressive. His presence inspires you to do better than you might have otherwise; his words bring out the best in you. He wants you
to dare the things you fear, to overcome the obstacles that confine you to endless disappointments. Crush is the arms that hold you and the voice that soothes you. His Seekings aren’t easy, but his touch makes it all worthwhile.
If he manifests in solid form, Crush can add endless complications to a mage’s life. He’s so desirable, after all, that anyone who’s into dudes wants to have him in their lives. Jealousy, possessiveness, insecurity… they come with the territory when a mage must share this guy with other folks. Oh, sure — he’s probably devoted to you. I mean, he is a projection of your psyche after all, right? Still, who’s to say that Crush won’t leave you for someone better if the right mage comes along? Something this perfect, they say, never lasts forever.