MAKE A DEAL WITH GOD.

# BLNKGN :    a study of trauma, loss of purpose, self - villainization, loss of morality. a reckless, shit-talking himbo with the strength of a tank, the loyalty of a golden retriever, and just enough emotional intelligence to make you question if he’s actually an idiot or a genius in disguise.

ELIAS VANCE :    the human embodiment of "i could fix him, but i could also be worse" — a chaotic mix of brawler strength, dumbass energy, and unexpected emotional depth, wrapped in a smirking, hoodie-stealing menace who somehow always lands on his feet.

personal space is disregarded partially when he slings one arm around the womans shoulder; making sure to keep it light and loose to give her proper chance to pull away should such close proximity and friendliness from a near stranger make her uncomfortable. and yet it doesn't stop him from smirking with mischief reflected in his eyes. eli has something to say, and tragically, it seems she has to be the poor soul to deal with it. which will be hilarious for him because he was getting bored anyway.

"statistically speaking, one of us is closer to death than the other, and we don't even know who. isn't that fun?"

there's a moment of silence, a brief pause where he simply ignores the people walking past. he recognizes some faces as people he's already bothered before, recalling that their reactions to his nonsensical antics and whimsical questions were underwhelming. so instead he opts for the newest target in the area; an amused smirk playing on his lips as he regards the woman with a small nod, his arms crossed over his chest as he lets out a short whistle just to catch her attention further.

"quick. would you rather fight a hundred duck-sized horses or one horse-sized duck? no follow-ups."

for a moment there's an amused hum escaping past shut lips; smirk donned like a mask while eli tilts his head a little to get a better look at the woman. he is no stranger to the company of people who find him less than pleasant to be around ― he is not for everyone, such is a fact well known to him. and yet, eli finds himself somewhat surprised by the bluntness of her words. it's not every day someone entertains him with raw honesty and in a pleasant way it is almost refreshing.

eventually there's a small scoff, amused as he finally crosses his arms, leaning back against the wall he'd been propped up against as he raises a brow with a small chuckle. "damn, your last nerve? i was aiming for the first one. should i start over?" he asks nonchalantly; unbothered amusement evident in his voice. for a moment after, he falls silent until he opens his mouth again; much to the chagrin of probably everyone in the area. "you never answered my question though. what do you think crows think about all day? like, do they have jobs?"

eli vance started as a charismatic child star, capturing hearts with his charm and humor. he had the classic hollywood rise — commercials, a hit sitcom, fan clubs, and fame. but like many child actors, he was treated more as a brand than a person. his parents were either controlling or absent, and the industry only valued him while he was profitable. the moment he hit his awkward phase, everything changed. his voice deepened, he lost his “cute” appeal, and suddenly, he was just another washed-up teen actor with no direction.

without a career or real support system, eli drifted into the underground, where he met kane — a powerful, manipulative figure who knew exactly how to exploit someone like him. kane gave him a purpose, trained him, and made him feel needed, but it was all control disguised as loyalty. eli became kane’s enforcer, believing he was making his own choices when, in reality, he was just another pawn. the illusion shattered when eli got arrested and kane abandoned him without a second thought. after years of blind loyalty, eli realized he meant nothing to the man who had shaped his life.

after walking away from kane, eli found himself lost, unsure of who he was without someone pulling the strings. he leaned into chaos, rebranding as the “unhinged ex-child star” on social media, playing up his reckless personality to distract from the past. but underneath the internet antics, he still struggles — jumping at shadows, battling old habits, and dealing with trauma he refuses to acknowledge. he acts like he’s got it together, but deep down, he’s still figuring out what his life is supposed to be.