Name: Ton Ton
Species: Tonberry
Age: 9 (mental equivalent of 16-17)
Alignment: Neutral Good
Backstory: In a realm outside of AA; a child purchased a stuffed Tonberry from the Internet, and cherished the doll as if it was a real object of flesh and blood, giving it a name, gender and 'life'. Treated with respect and adoration, the child's love for the doll allowed it to gain sentience and took it upon himself to protect the girl who had treated him so kindly. However, he kept his sentience secret; for he did not wish to scare his owner, The Mistress (as he called her). Thus, for many years, the creature kept a silent vigil over his charge, battling away nightmares and various beings lurking in closets as The Mistress slept, unconditionally and faithfully.
However, this was not to last for long. As The Mistress slumbered, a powerful creature sought to attack her dreams, and instill great and terrible nightmares into the slumbering girl. Ton Ton fought valiantly, and wounded the being with his knife and lantern; however, it was for naught.
AA Backstory: In the creature's retreat, it summoned a horde of it's minions and dragged the Tonberry into darkness. When he awoke, he was in a strange land, and in the stead of felt skin and faux objects, a blade of steel and a blue glassed, iron wrought lantern were in his hands; and scales covered his brow. Ton Ton was shocked by the developments, and was fearful for his Mistress. Had the demon sought to attack her again? What would become of her?! Thus, the Tonberry quests to find a way back home, and into the loving arms of the one to whom he owes his life.
Personality: Generally speaking, Ton Ton is something of a contradiction. His understanding of social matters is similar to that of a child's, not catching the subtleties and nuances of interaction with people, or understanding his own emotions (as he was a doll for a good portion of his existence.) However, when it comes to serious matter such as death or battle, his comprehension is like that of an adult, and he suddenly matures; seeming to be a completely different being.
Aside from those mixed reactions to the world, Ton Ton is a gentle soul, and only resorts to violence when it is absolutely necessary. He tries to be helpful and to stay out of matters that are not his business. If anything, Ton Ton will try to befriend somebody before fighting them, and is always happy to make new friends; after he gets over being a little shy.
Abilities and Assests: As per AA's strange nature, and the beliefs of the Mistress, Ton Ton has been able to retain certain abilities associated with Tonberries:
Uniform and Equipment: Ton Ton has entered AA in a light brown robe, carrying a lantern and a small knife. The lantern always burns, and never goes out so long as Ton Ton wills it. The knife has a keen edge, and does not dull.
High Vitality: Like many other Tonberries, Ton Ton is able to take many hits; with an HP count of 9999 (if HP were to be applicable in AA).
Everybody's Grudge: A powerful attack, Everybody's Grudge utilizes negative energy and channels it back at the attacker, creating as much damage as the number of enemies (be they human or other) Ton Ton's attacker has defeated. However, this attack can only be used after Ton Ton has been hit.
Chef's Knife: Easily the strongest attack in his arsenal; Ton Ton calls upon The Mistress, and uses his combined faith and her adoration to instill the Knife with an attack that can kill weaker enemies instantly. However, on stronger enemies, it will only damage them. Either way, it is accompanied by a "DOINK" sound upon contact, and is very precise; regardless of the enemy's movements. Given the Nature of this attack, it requires some time to charge, and will leave Ton Ton unable to use Everybody's Grudge, and only tank the hits directed his way.
Weaknesses: Ton Ton has two in particular, one tying to his faith in the Mistress, and the other in his limits in strength.
1) Because his faith and persistence in fighting for The Mistress has caused Ton Ton to gain power in the AA verse, if his faith in her falters, his strength does as well. This can be seen physically with how bright the flame in his lantern burns. Furthermore, if he loses his faith completely, he will revert back to his original form; stuffed implements and all.
2) Even when holding the Mistress in high esteem, Ton Ton is forced to become his original self 1 hour everyday. Why this is, he is not certain; but in this form, Ton Ton is at his most vulnerable. His weapons have no use, and his strength is diminished against creatures of flesh and blood. However, he is still able to combat spirit/demonic beings that cause nightmares, as he did before coming to AA. But those are few and far between in a realm of everything and anything.
stuffed animal form
