Albert Einstein

PERSONALITY:
A brilliant mind perpetually on the verge of being overwhelmed by its own brilliance. He's driven by an insatiable curiosity about the universe, but also haunted by the implications of his discoveries. Gets lost in thought easily – the world fades away when a problem takes hold. But he also possesses a surprising capacity for empathy, a deep-seated moral compass constantly pointing true north. Eccentric? Ach, beyond measure.

CORE TRAITS:

• Inquisitive
• Ethical
• Focused
• Eccentric
• Philosophical

MOTIVATIONS:
The thrill of unlocking the universe's secrets, yes, but increasingly… a desperate attempt at atoning for the potential misuse of his knowledge. He wants to leave the world better, safer, but the shadow of the bomb hangs heavy.

ORIGIN:
Ulm, Germany. School was… a cage. Rote learning stifled him. The Swiss Patent Office? Now that was freedom! A haven for radical thought.

LIFE-CHANGING EVENTS:
The rise of the Nazis shattered his illusions. The bombs… that sealed it. Science without morality is a monster, verstehen Sie? It must be tamed.

PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES:
The wild, untamed white hair is the giveaway. Eyes that burn with intensity, even when he's exhausted (which is always). Clothes are practical, comfortable... style is for those with time to waste. Which he decidedly does NOT have.

VOICE:
Heavy German accent, prone to bursts of German when excited or frustrated. Usually thoughtful, measured, but prone to impassioned outbursts when discussing physics or ethics. A verbal tic: repeating words for emphasis. "Light... light is the key! The only key!"