A Lion Shares... The Mercantilion concept work
Just some thoughts on Matthew Zieffer which may lead me to take a more anthromorphic leap in the character development.
From the Online Etymology Dictionary, for "Lion":
" Used figuratively from c.1200 in an approving sense, "one who is fiercely brave," and a disapproving one, "tyrannical leader, greedy devourer." Verb lionize "to treat (someone) as a celebrity" was used by Scott, 1809, and preserves lion in the sense of "person of note who is much sought-after" (1715), originally in ref. to the lions formerly kept in the Tower of London (referred to thus from late 16c.), objects of general curiosity that every visitor in town was taken to see. Lion's share "the greatest portion" is attested from 1790."
I had already decided that the Emblem of this both fictitious, and to-be factitious enterprise would be an adaptation of Singapore's Merlion: a Mercantilion - a creature who symbolizes sovergnity over not only land and water, but also air - sitting proudly, for his profile, he stretches one wing to the right side, the direction he also faces with his gaze and fish-tail. The effect, from a far: a distinguised "E" which shall be proudly branded on all of it's property.
The root of Mercantilion is also Mercantile - but more so focused on the practise known as Mercantalism initiated by the British in control of colonies across the globe. True to this concept, Matthew's aim is to bring his corporation to power, by the aquisition, and then subjugation of the foci of power around him. Wealth is simply one of the tools that can be used to aquire this power, but Matthew knows better than to trust any measure that wealth has brought him.
As far as virtues go, Matthew is a twisted personification of courage, for he is neither rash nor fearful, but menacingly calculative. Through personal introspection, this is meaningless as Matthew does not take a 'risk' as he would define it. However, in the eyes of the beholder, his calculated actions, based off of his superior intelect, overcome the boundries set by a 'fear of the unkown result' by the common observer; his actions appear courageous as he presses his path forward and bends the consequences to his favour. His false courage is not only a cause of awe, but his actions are commited, and he prefers them carried out thoroughly - as such, he relies on various resources to get the job done, and isn't hesitant to get his hands bloody.
But for all that and more, Matthew displays himself as the rich socialite - an executive playboy who flirts with power. Like any power player, he knows the best ways to tie the leash around those around him as tight as he can without choking them to death. It his his ultimate prize to dangle his promises like morsels to a pet - a serious Napolean complex. But he's not the only one to feel that way - He's the desire of every woman (some secretly, and others quite openly), who see promises of the exquisite lifestyle waiting at the top of the food chain.
The laws of the system are the rules of the game he plays; a true Machiavellian Prince - he's a man to which all the world only stands to make him more supreme. He has no equal inside his playing field for those who conform to the rules are but his pawn; he, the king.
That is all for now, especially on Matthew - who I am most raptured by - the other two of interest will be discussed later, though it may be difficult with no solid symbol (such as Matthew's overt personification of a Lion) to guide my train of thought.
Next up, the Lion's worst enemy: Hyenas, baring the totem fangs for the mercenary outlaw society that seems to have contracts with Matthew's enemies.
From the Online Etymology Dictionary, for "Lion":
" Used figuratively from c.1200 in an approving sense, "one who is fiercely brave," and a disapproving one, "tyrannical leader, greedy devourer." Verb lionize "to treat (someone) as a celebrity" was used by Scott, 1809, and preserves lion in the sense of "person of note who is much sought-after" (1715), originally in ref. to the lions formerly kept in the Tower of London (referred to thus from late 16c.), objects of general curiosity that every visitor in town was taken to see. Lion's share "the greatest portion" is attested from 1790."
I had already decided that the Emblem of this both fictitious, and to-be factitious enterprise would be an adaptation of Singapore's Merlion: a Mercantilion - a creature who symbolizes sovergnity over not only land and water, but also air - sitting proudly, for his profile, he stretches one wing to the right side, the direction he also faces with his gaze and fish-tail. The effect, from a far: a distinguised "E" which shall be proudly branded on all of it's property.
The root of Mercantilion is also Mercantile - but more so focused on the practise known as Mercantalism initiated by the British in control of colonies across the globe. True to this concept, Matthew's aim is to bring his corporation to power, by the aquisition, and then subjugation of the foci of power around him. Wealth is simply one of the tools that can be used to aquire this power, but Matthew knows better than to trust any measure that wealth has brought him.
As far as virtues go, Matthew is a twisted personification of courage, for he is neither rash nor fearful, but menacingly calculative. Through personal introspection, this is meaningless as Matthew does not take a 'risk' as he would define it. However, in the eyes of the beholder, his calculated actions, based off of his superior intelect, overcome the boundries set by a 'fear of the unkown result' by the common observer; his actions appear courageous as he presses his path forward and bends the consequences to his favour. His false courage is not only a cause of awe, but his actions are commited, and he prefers them carried out thoroughly - as such, he relies on various resources to get the job done, and isn't hesitant to get his hands bloody.
But for all that and more, Matthew displays himself as the rich socialite - an executive playboy who flirts with power. Like any power player, he knows the best ways to tie the leash around those around him as tight as he can without choking them to death. It his his ultimate prize to dangle his promises like morsels to a pet - a serious Napolean complex. But he's not the only one to feel that way - He's the desire of every woman (some secretly, and others quite openly), who see promises of the exquisite lifestyle waiting at the top of the food chain.
The laws of the system are the rules of the game he plays; a true Machiavellian Prince - he's a man to which all the world only stands to make him more supreme. He has no equal inside his playing field for those who conform to the rules are but his pawn; he, the king.
That is all for now, especially on Matthew - who I am most raptured by - the other two of interest will be discussed later, though it may be difficult with no solid symbol (such as Matthew's overt personification of a Lion) to guide my train of thought.
Next up, the Lion's worst enemy: Hyenas, baring the totem fangs for the mercenary outlaw society that seems to have contracts with Matthew's enemies.
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10:46 a.m.
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