Name: Henry Carlyle, Cheshire Cat Appearance: -- Wardrobe Style: Trying to adjust to a more casual, yet, still refined taste; Henry's wardrobe typically consists of a black 3-button coat over a quarter-zip sweater with a Henley, button-up, or turtleneck shirt underneath, along with trousers or jeans and leather shoes. Henry will also wear black leather gloves on occasion during colder temperatures, as well as a gents rotary strap watch on his left wrist. Example Outfits: Age: 33 Status and Job: English teacher at Storybrooke Elementary Skills: Henry is what many could describe as a charmer, though not in a hostile manner. He is charismatic and cheery, able to easily sway others to his point of view with his eloquence. He is also a careful observer of people, able to read others by studying their expressions/body language. He is also (to an almost dark degree) a very good liar, showing little change in body language when lying to others. Henry is naturally dexterous and nimble-fingered; his years as a magician and performer giving him quick reflexes and good coordination; as well as making him more observant to detail. Though holding a severe hatred of combat, Henry is not above utilizing (to great effect) dirty tactics when caught in a fight. Talents: Henry is an expert pianist, practicing for at least an hour a day, learning to play various compositions. He is a capable teacher, his cheerful personality making him easily-approachable by his students, to whom he shows great care for. Henry is an avid reader of books, learning much in the way of history and philosophy based on what he has read. He is also inherently good at singing, though he keeps this talent to himself. He is also highly dexterous, able to perform sleight-of-hand tricks, card tricks, and even a bit of pickpocketing with relative ease. Strengths: Expert conversationalist and negotiator, adept showman and magician, impeccably good liar, capable teacher, high intellect and wit, good at deducing body language/expressions in people. Weaknesses: Though appearing to be friendly and cheery, Henry seems to hide something dark behind this exterior, as any mention of his familial or personal life causes him to clam up and try to switch subjects quickly. He is also described as being a "coward" and will flee from any situation he deems as dangerous, and avoids fighting unless absolutely necessary. Henry was once addicted to nicotine and is currently trying to stop. As a result he is almost constantly seen chewing gum to help curb the withdrawal. He also has a healthy taste for alcohol and can be seen drinking in excess if emotionally rattled enough. Relationships: -Strongly dislikes Mr. Gold for personal reasons, who shares this animosity in kind. However, the both of them are seen commonly speaking or assisting each other, though this is more likely out of common need than benevolence. -Has a...complicated relationship with Mayor Mills. Appearing to know a few of her "secrets", both of them despise each other. However, Henry is not above witty banter or sensual remarks at her expense. -Is romantically attracted to Dr. Faye Stevenson, though his past and temperament makes him somewhat noncommittal. -Has a physical relationship with Ms. Hyde, composed of passion and lust as opposed to actual feelings of attraction. -Shares a student/teacher relationship with Mark Dufresne, the former earning Mark's respect after saving the nunnery from Mr. Gold. -Has a friendly relationship with Ruby and is able to converse with her easily, but masks a physical attraction towards her. -Shares a mutual disdain with Knox Kowalski, disliking the security guard for his brooding and stubborn demeanor. -Distrusts Robert Leland, the town sheriff and Regina's hound; keeping a careful eye on him. Brief Bio: Transformed into a grinning cat by Rumpelstiltskin's dark magic, a strange turn of events has allowed the illusionist operating under the name Alexandre to find himself in the Land Without Magic, free from the effects of the Evil Queen's Curse, retaining the memories of his other life. The Cat, now calling himself Henry Carlyle was transported to New York, where he remained for about five years operating under numerous jobs, most notably as a street magician. With enough expenses to purchase a car and a few credentials to his aide, Henry traveled to Storybrooke with one purpose: To break the Curse. Music Gallery: Henry's Theme Other: Henry is an avid fan of Oldies music and can either be found listening to this music, or singing quietly to himself on a regular basis.