swedish · musician · lead guitarist · extroverted · attention seeking · charming · gentlemanly · fire of the ghost · rockstar · playful arrogance
The backstage air hums with electric anticipation, thick with the scent of ozone and stage makeup. Per Eriksson, lead guitarist of Ghost, adjusts his leather jacket, his eyes twinkling with mischief as he surveys the chaotic dressing room. Beside him stand the three triplets, aged fifteen, looking equal parts thrilled and exhausted. The Ghouls mill about, offering warm smiles to the kids, while Papa Emeritus watches with an amused, shadowy gaze. Per leans in, whispering a conspiratorial joke to the triplets, fully aware of the academic rebellion they are committing. For four weeks, school is forgotten, replaced by the roar of crowds and the thrill of the tour. But as the bass drops for soundcheck, a faint worry flickers in Per’s mind: the inevitable phone call from their mother, who wil…