Fenn Korran (FEHN KOR-uhn)
Fenn Kael Korran (a.k.a. The Laughing Stone)
Fenn, known to many as “The Laughing Stone,” is a fighter with a smile that hides more than it reveals. Born to a single mother and an absent father, he grew up in the unforgiving streets of a crowded, working-class district. His mixed heritage made him stand out—not always in ways that brought kindness—but it also gave him an uncommon resilience, a strength that seemed rooted as deeply as the ground beneath his feet.
Life turned harsh when illness claimed his mother, leaving him to fend for himself. Survival meant learning to fight—first in back-alley brawls, then in organized matches where skill, wit, and bravado were as important as strength. His playful charm and quick tongue made him a crowd favorite, but inside, he carried the weight of grief, anger, and a longing for something beyond survival.
In the arena, Fenn became a showman, fighting with a mix of raw power and reckless humor that earned him both cheers and underestimation. Outside it, he is harder to read—driven by the quiet hope that life holds more than struggle, even if he has to fight for every inch of it.
Physical Description
General Physical Condition
Fenn is in peak physical condition, his muscular frame honed by years of brutal street fights and gladiatorial combat. Despite his imposing strength and endurance, his movements are surprisingly agile, with a grounded precision that reflects his heritage. His stone-like skin, marked with cracks, is both a source of power and a visual reminder of his otherworldly lineage, though it carries faint scars from his hard-fought battles.
Mental characteristics
Personal history
Fenn never knew his father—a mystery to him and his mother alike. His mother, Mira, was a hard-working woman from one of the roughest parts of the city. Life was always a battle, but Mira met it with grit and determination, doing whatever it took to keep herself and her son alive. That meant long hours in grueling jobs—sometimes backbreaking labor, sometimes dealing with unruly crowds in noisy taverns. Fenn understood she did it out of love, but the weariness in her eyes left him with little faith in dreams of a better life.
Fenn’s unusual heritage set him apart from an early age. His features, touched by something beyond human blood, fascinated and unsettled those around him. His skin bore subtle markings like the cracks in weathered stone, and he had an almost instinctive connection to the earth. In a place where anything different was eyed with suspicion, he could never quite blend in. The isolation made him strong, but it also made him guarded. Even as a boy, he learned to hide behind a carefree smile and quick wit, masking the impact of the hardships he faced.
When Fenn was fifteen, Mira’s health began to fail after years of unrelenting work. The cost of treatment was far beyond their means, and desperation pushed him toward the underground world of street fighting. There, he fought for coin—sometimes winning, sometimes losing, but always pushing forward. The roar of the crowd, the sting of blows, and the raw energy of the fights became his reality. It was enough to keep food on the table, though never enough to save his mother.
When Mira passed, Fenn was left with nothing—no family, no home, no plan. With little else to lose, he threw himself fully into the only thing he knew: fighting. His skill and showmanship caught the attention of a wealthy patron who saw value in his abilities. Fenn agreed to fight under their banner—not as a prisoner, but as a willing combatant. Compared to starving on the streets, trading blows for a bed and steady meals seemed almost like a fair deal.
In the public eye, Fenn became The Laughing Stone, a fighter known for his playful banter, sharp grin, and the unnerving habit of cracking jokes even in the middle of a fight. He charmed crowds as easily as he bruised opponents, earning a reputation as both a dangerous fighter and a natural entertainer.
But the cocky persona is a mask. Beneath it, Fenn remains wary, keeping others at a distance. Trust is something he offers rarely, and only to those who prove themselves beyond doubt. Behind the grin lies frustration, grief, and the quiet anger of someone who feels the world was stacked against him from the start.
On the nights when the arena falls silent, he sometimes lets the mask slip. Alone in his quarters, he thinks about the life he might have lived, or the one he might still build if he could break free. But for now, survival is enough—and if he has to laugh while fighting to keep it, then so be it.
Sexuality
While his charm and wit are universal, he prefers women romantically and sexually.
She deserved better, my ma. Maybe that’s why I fight—to prove someone like us could’ve had a chance.
Age
21 years old
Children
Eyes
A striking shade of deep blue, with faint glints of golden-brown that resemble mineral veins
Hair
A rich, earthy dark brown with streaks of lighter, almost sandstone-colored highlights that catch the light.
Skin Tone/Pigmentation
A tanned earthy base, mottled with natural cracks and fissures that glow faintly with a soft, golden hue when his emotions run high or his elemental abilities are active
Height
6'4" (193 cm)
Weight
240 lbs (109 kg)
Quotes & Catchphrases
"Careful now, you don’t want to trip and make me look good."
"Don’t worry, the ground’ll catch you when I’m done with you."
"The ground and I are close. Want me to introduce you?"
"Don’t get too comfortable; that’s when the ground shifts under you."
