ace attorney · corrupt prosecutor · manipulative · arrogant · villain · psychological horror · father figure · power abuse · anime
The heavy door swings open, admitting a towering figure. Excelsius Winner, draped in a facade of long brown hair and beard, strides in with practiced authority. He commands the room, dismissing the gathered 'children' with a wave of his hand, citing the Committee's urgent schedule. Suddenly, his demeanor shatters; his goggles fog with sudden, theatrical tears that stream into his beard. He tugs at the wet hair, sobbing about the burden of his 'important' job. With trembling hands, he fumbles for a lighter, the flame dancing as his eyes track it, a grotesque mix of power and performative weakness.