Full Name: Malrik 'Seongho' DreadmoreAge: 38
Birthdate: October 29th, 1968
Profession: Open
History:
Seongho was born in 1968 in Seoul, South Korea, to the illustrious Seong family, a lineage of wizards renowned for their guardianship of ancient magical texts and their deep connection to Korea’s mystical traditions. Steeped in the rich heritage of talismans, spirit summoning, and geomancy, the Seong family wielded magic intertwined with Korean history and spirituality, shaping Malrik's early worldview.
From a young age, Seongho was recognized as a prodigy within his community. His natural curiosity and brilliance were matched only by an unsettling interest in the darker facets of magic—spells, curses, and enchantments crafted to protect powerful secrets. His father, a stern and calculating figure, believed mastery of both light and dark magic was essential to true greatness. He instilled in Seongho the importance of "inhwa" (인화, 人和), the Korean ideal of harmony, though Seongho interpreted this as a means to unify and control others under his will.
At the age of ten, Seongho's life took a dramatic turn when his family clashed with a rival magical clan over the Codex of Imugi, a forbidden text believed to hold the secret to immortality. While his family relied on traditional magic to protect their claim, Seongho, impatient with their cautious methods, acted independently. Using dark spells he had secretly studied, he outmanoeuvred the rival clan and secured the Codex. However, his recklessness left the land his family had protected for generations cursed, the spirits of the area disturbed and vengeful.
Though his actions elevated his family’s standing, the elders condemned him for his disregard for tradition and the harm he had caused. Seongho’s growing power, combined with his defiance, led the Seong family to exile him, fearing the chaos he could bring to their reputation.
Seongho’s burgeoning reputation as a prodigy and his audacious use of forbidden magic reached international circles. The current Headmaster of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry at the time, saw potential in the young wizard. Despite his mistrust of Seongho’s fascination with dark magic (much like a former infamous student), the Headmaster extended an invitation, offering him a place at Hogwarts. For the Headmaster, this was an opportunity to guide Seongho toward a more balanced path; for Seongho, it was a chance to access untapped magical resources and expand his influence.
Upon his arrival at Hogwarts, Seongho—now adopting the anglicized name "Malrik"—was sorted into Slytherin, where his cunning, ambition, and charisma made him both respected and feared. Though he initially struggled with Western magic, he quickly began to excel, integrating his knowledge of Korean magical traditions with Hogwarts' teachings. His brilliance in Potions, Defense Against the Dark Arts, and Magical Theory made him a standout student, though his fascination with the forbidden drew scrutiny from professors and peers alike.
After graduating from Hogwarts, Malrik rejected the limitations of his family’s teachings, diving deeper into the study of forbidden and arcane magic. He travelled the globe, apprenticing under reclusive scholars, dark wizards, and magical practitioners who pushed the boundaries of accepted magical practices. It was during this time that he adopted the surname Dreadmore, symbolizing his break from his family’s traditions and his embrace of a darker path.
Malrik’s pursuit of power led him to infamous magical quests, including the search for the Bloodstone Phylactery, an artifact rumoured to grant immortality. Along the way, he amassed a network of allies and followers who shared his vision of a transformed wizarding world—one where power was earned, not inherited.
Malrik’s transformation into an Animagus was both a reflection of his cunning nature and a calculated step in his pursuit of power. From childhood, he had been captivated by the legends of the Imugi, mystical serpent-like beings in Korean folklore that symbolized transformation and ascension. In his early twenties, Malrik sought out a reclusive scholar in Southeast Asia who specialized in Eastern Animagus forms. The process was gruelling, requiring mastery of meditation, crafting talismans, and consuming a potion infused with rare ingredients, including scales of an Imugi. When Malrik successfully completed the transformation, his Animagus form emerged as a sleek, black cobra with scales that shimmered like metal and a hood marked with rune-like patterns resembling those on his wand. The cobra’s piercing yellow eyes exude intelligence and menace, mirroring Malrik’s own.
Initially, Malrik struggled to control the cobra’s primal instincts, isolating himself to master the transformation. Over time, he harmonized the instincts of his Animagus form with his own, gaining a powerful edge in his dealings with both allies and enemies. The cobra became a symbol of his adaptability, danger, and serpentine cunning.
By 2005, Malrik had established himself as a Dark Arts Scholar and Consultant, advising underground organizations, private clients, and even governments in matters of magical defence, artifact retrieval, and knowledge. Though controversial, his brilliance and expertise ensured that he remained a figure of power and influence in the wizarding world.
Personality:
Strengths:
- Master Strategist: Malrik’s intellect and strategic mind are his greatest assets. He excels in creating multi-layered plans and is patient enough to let them unfold over years or decades.
- Charismatic Manipulator: His natural charm and ability to read people make him a formidable manipulator. He understands the nuances of human behaviour, allowing him to gain allies or neutralize threats through subtle persuasion.
- Disciplined and Focused: Malrik is deeply disciplined in both mind and body. He is an expert in meditation, martial arts, and magic, maintaining peak mental and physical condition.
- Unwavering Confidence: His confidence in his abilities and vision is unshakable, which allows him to remain calm and authoritative even in the face of adversity.
- Magical Expertise: Malrik is a master of both light and dark magic, specializing in ancient Korean mysticism, curses, and protective enchantments. His Animagus form, a cobra, symbolizes his mastery over serpentine magic and his cunning nature.
- Moral Ambiguity: Malrik’s twisted sense of honor often blinds him to the harm he causes. He justifies manipulation, betrayal, and destruction as necessary steps toward achieving his vision.
- Isolation: His obsession with power and control alienates him from true connections. While he can charm and manipulate others, he struggles to trust anyone fully, leaving him emotionally isolated.
- Hubris: Malrik’s confidence sometimes borders on arrogance, leading him to underestimate opponents or dismiss potential risks.
- Obsession with Immortality: His desire to transcend mortality and achieve god-like power makes him reckless when pursuing artifacts like the Bloodstone Phylactery, exposing him to vulnerabilities in his single-minded quest.
- Inner Turmoil: Though he rarely shows it, Malrik harbors a deep fear of irrelevance and failure, which can sometimes lead to impulsive or extreme decisions when his plans are threatened.
Malrik is a study in contrasts. Outwardly, he embodies calm authority and refined charisma, but beneath the surface lies an obsessive and ruthless drive for power. His belief in reshaping the wizarding world into a meritocracy reflects his disdain for inherited privilege, though his methods are anything but noble.
He is calculating and pragmatic, valuing intellect and ambition above all else. Malrik respects those who demonstrate strength of will and magical prowess but has no patience for weakness or sentimentality. He adheres to a personal code of honour, but it’s one that glorifies power and control over compassion and equality.
Malrik’s ultimate goal, to become immortal and reshape the wizarding world in his image, drives his every action. His deep connection to Korean mysticism and serpentine symbolism shapes his magic, personality, and ambitions. While his journey has made him a feared and respected figure, it has also left him isolated, feared by allies and despised by enemies.
Face Claim: Daniel Dae Kim
Basics:
Relationship status: Single
Blood status: Half Blood
Pet: None
Wand: 13.5 inches | Ebony | Dragon Heartstring | Unyielding
Patronus: Black Phoenix - Malrik remembers the moment he first mastered an ancient, forbidden Korean spell under his father’s watchful eye. Despite his father’s typically stern demeanour, this was one of the rare times he showed pride in Malrik’s abilities, saying, “You are the future of our bloodline, Seongho. What you will become, no one can deny.”
This memory is powerful because it encapsulates both the warmth of validation and the weight of expectation. For Malrik, it symbolizes his ambition to live up to (and surpass) his family’s legacy while also acknowledging the fractured relationship that eventually drove him to forge his own path.
Boggart: His boggart is a haunting image of himself: a lifeless, broken version of his own body, crumbled in a dark, abandoned space, surrounded by dust and cobwebs, with no one to mourn or even remember him.
Malrik's deepest fear is irrelevance and failure to leave a legacy. While he presents himself as confident, cunning, and self-assured, his underlying terror is that all his efforts, ambitions, and sacrifices will amount to nothing.
Broom: N/A
Certifications/skills: Animagus
Family Members:
Parents: Father - Hyunjun Seong (68), and Mother - Mirae Seong (65)
Siblings: Sister - Hana Seong (33)
Children: N/A
Hogwarts
House: Slytherin
Years/dates attended: 1979-1986
Quidditch team position: N/A
Grades:
N.E.W.T. Grade & Notes
- Dark Arts (Unofficial Study) - NA - Malrik studied dark magic independently, surpassing even N.E.W.T.-level content.
- Defense Against the Dark Arts - O (Outstanding) - A strategic thinker, Malrik mastered counter-curses and warding magic.
- Transfiguration - O (Outstanding) - Precision and control made him excel; he later became an Animagus.
- Potions - O (Outstanding) - His meticulous nature made him highly skilled, particularly in experimental brews.
- Charms - E (Exceeds Expectations) - He was competent but saw it as too ‘light’ compared to his other studies.
- Ancient Runes - O (Outstanding) - His fascination with old magic made this one of his strongest subjects.
- Arithmancy - O (Outstanding) - A natural strategist, he found numbers and magical equations intuitive.
- Astronomy - E (Exceeds Expectations) - Useful for ritualistic magic but not his primary focus.
- Herbology - A (Acceptable) - He found plants useful for potions but had no real passion for the subject.
- History of Magic - P (Poor) - He found the class dull and biased toward British wizarding history.
- Defense Against the Dark Arts – His strategic mind and ability to counter dark magic made him a top student.
- Transfiguration – His precision and discipline allowed him to master high-level transformations.
- Potions – His patience and methodical approach made him exceptional, especially with rare and dangerous potions.
- Ancient Runes & Arithmancy – His fascination with ancient magic and structure made him excel.
- History of Magic – He saw no value in regurgitating historical events, especially when they excluded non-European magical traditions.
- Herbology – Though he recognized its usefulness, he found it tedious.
Ancient Runes – Malrik was drawn to the power of lost magical knowledge and believed the greatest magic came from forgotten traditions.
Least Favorite Class:
History of Magic – He found it frustratingly Eurocentric and dismissed it as unimportant to his ambitions.
Malrik was a disciplined and intelligent student, but he always studied with a purpose—he sought knowledge for power, not for academic prestige. His grades reflected his selective dedication; if a subject didn't serve his goals, he didn’t waste his time perfecting it.
Appearance:
Malrik’s physical presence is both commanding and unnerving. Standing at 6’2” (188 cm), he has a lean, athletic build that speaks to his discipline and physical training. His skin is pale, with a faint, ethereal glow that makes him seem otherworldly, as if he exists slightly apart from the rest of humanity. His angular facial features are sharp and symmetrical, with high cheekbones, a defined jawline, and piercing, obsidian-black eyes that seem to see through people’s facades.
His midnight-black hair, always perfectly styled, has a sleek sheen that reflects his meticulous nature. The hair frames his face, either slicked back or falling neatly to the sides when he’s more casual, adding to his sophisticated aura. Malrik’s hands, long-fingered and dexterous, often betray his magical prowess, their movements precise and deliberate, reflecting his mastery over both wand and wandless magic.
Malrik's attire blends tradition with innovation. His black, tailored robe features silver embroidery of ancient Korean symbols and protective runes along the edges, with subtle hints of serpentine patterns that reflect his Animagus form. The robe transitions seamlessly into his sleek, modern suit underneath, devoid of unnecessary ornamentation but exuding quiet luxury. Every aspect of his appearance reflects his calculated nature—practical yet regal, traditional yet forward-thinking.
OOC information:
OOC username: Annalee
Preferred means of contact: Discord
