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Age: 22
Species: Human
Canon: Katekyo Hitman Reborn!
Canon Point: End of manga canon, when everyone is in the hospital because people can't stop getting chopped up in this arc.
Character Info: Wiki business!
Personality:
Dino Cavallone isn't your ordinary mafioso. What he represents is the best type of person one can be while still being a leader in a society of organized crime. He's the consummate "big brother" trope, combined with a "mentor" and "ally" role, with a dash of good looks and silliness. It's a complete picture made of many, many traits.
As a younger person, the role of inheriting the Cavallone Famiglia was thrust upon him, and he in no way wanted anything to do with it. Despite attending a school for children of the mafia, he still held his own rules and desires, and rejected the idea of becoming the heir to the group. His reluctance was basically trained out of him by Reborn, our favorite plot device, and he rose to become the leader of one of the most influential and largest famiglias that exist. But it wasn't always that way. The family was in many ways in trouble when Dino took over, and he sorted out financial issues, among other things, to bring them back to a powerful position as an ally to the Vongola family. He strengthened bonds to old allies and made new ones as well, gaining access to trust and resources that few might have at such a young age. Though newer to the role than some, he also is shown to be fully admired and liked by his subordinates when he first appears in the series. His trial by fire (SOMETIMES ACTUAL FIRE) with Reborn made him stronger and more willing to lead, even to the point of making him appreciate Tsuna's similar attitude when they meet.
Why is he so admired? Well, besides being immensely capable, highly intelligent, and resourceful to the extreme, Dino is a nice guy. Not a Nice Guy. An actual nice person. His famiglia truly is family, and he'll go to great lengths to protect them, to show them they are valued, and to keep their bonds strong. It's clear from the very start that he is beloved, and who could be surprised? He's often more gentle in speech and manner than one might expect, yet holds a firm leadership by being capable. If one goes by a certain other character's ranking, Dino is number one in "caring for his subordinates" as well as in caring for the well-being of civilians and bystanders. his sense of humor is spirited but not cruel, and he can be amusing if he wants to be. In addition to watching over the Cavallone, whatever is needed by the Vongola, as a strong ally of theirs, he will do. His impact on the future of the Vongola by way of helping Tsuna prepare and defend his position is invaluable, and he takes on the task with all of his spirit and effort.
His kindness isn't a weakness. Though some might think that someone who is generous and has his way of doing things is vulnerable, he proves the exact opposite to be true. The strength of the bond he has with the famiglia means he has a solid network of people he can rely on and who will make what he needs to happen happen. And while he is somewhat gentle of temperament, he also carries an intensity and devotion to purpose that contributes to his great leadership skills. He keeps things close to his chest, isn't so outrageous like many of his fellows, but can be a powerhouse when needed. His skill with his whip is remarkable, and so is his patience and ability to read people. What he strives to do is to draw out strength in people using whatever means necessary--something probably outright lifted from Reborn's spartan teaching methods--within his skill set and comfort. He pushes people's buttons without truly drawing them to anger, rather drawing out a strength of spirit and willingness to fight that pushes them onward. He is, in this role, shrewd and rather exacting, with clear intentions toward the highest goals. Whatever needs to be worked into or out of a person for them to become stronger, he targets with tenacity, even going so far as to say he has to "tame" one of his charges. There's a fire in his spirit he draws on as needed, and it is so often used to help others; it comes full circle.
There's an odd catch when it comes to his kindness, capability, and reliability. He actually relies on his famiglia a little too much. They are his strength and a large part of his motivation, so it's wise for him to keep one of them around at all times. If not... there's a large and unavoidable tendency for Dino to completely screw up. He's naturally a klutz, but being around his famiglia strengthens him. He won't really admit that, true though it is. He falls down stairs, makes messes, is forgetful, and injures people if left without their support. Though he earnestly apologizes for his foibles, it's a serious weakness that he does have.
In a series full of wildly passionate people, Dino emerges as a sound balance of various shounen manga tropes and looking pretty darn good.
☆INTERSTELLAR
Choice Instrument: Bass guitar, cello (possibly electric), piano/keyboards. Reluctant occasional lead vocals.
Rockstar Persona:
Dino's rockstar life is pretty tame, compared to some; no drugs, substances in moderation. He's always been the one people look at as the big brother, the smoothest of operators at the same time. He could get all the ladies (and gents) if he wanted to, but his music is his love and his band is his number one priority! Of course, it's not like he doesn't hunger for fame. For a long time, he fought the push from the people around him to be a musician, to hone his "talents" and use them. Obviously that started him on a forced, rocky road to the band, being the cute one, the shy one, the one everyone loves. Now that he's on the ups, there's a little less clothing and a little more damn son going on. He's embracing the life in a way, taking groupies up on this and that when the whim strikes. At any given time, though, he's in the company of someone or another, and surrounds himself with people as best he can. He's the guy who gets called at 3AM and actually answers the phone to come pick up his drunk buddies.
What are his priorities otherwise? He wants to be adored! He expects the respect and the love of the people around him now, but he always works toward more. He plays all sides and wins all hearts. No one's figured it out... yet. Winking is easy and catching blown kisses isn't unknown; he'll let anyone be a personal space invader as long as he gets his giggles from it, aka the attention he's seeking. Someday he'll be the most well-known, and the most beloved of them all. The harder he works, the more they'll adore.
Ideal CR: FAMILY! SO MUCH FAMILY! And also people who need a reluctant leader who doesn't seem to want the job sometimes. Not too much conflict unless it's humorous.
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