ND: 10 Years Later TV Tropes
by @RobinBlade

Tropes applying for the Next Generation of Norrington's Desire's Main Characters: 

TROPES APPLYING TO THE MAIN TRIO:

Platonic Boy/Girl Heroes: Gerard and Juni, they're ride-or-die buddies, always got each other's backs. That being said, their bond is strictly bros before... well, you know. No romance in the mix. Juni, though, seems to be catching some feels for Donatello, droppin' hints and all. But our boy Gerard, he's still keeping it celibate, staying focused on the highschool life for now.

Platonic Declaration Of Love: When Juni finally snapped out of her vampire frenzy and came back to her senses, she found herself face to face with Gerard, who had sneakily reattached her headpiece. In that heartfelt moment, they locked eyes and shared a tight embrace. Juni couldn't help but express her gratitude, blurting out, "I love you, man!" And without missing a beat, Gerard replied, "I love you too, little one..."

Interspecies Friendship: In the core trio, we've got two humans, Gerard and Donatello, who are sons of our old friend Medea. And then there's Juni, the vampire dragon human she-wolf, who found herself drawn to both Gerard and Donatello. Though it looks like Juni and Donatello might just be stepping onto the path of turning their interspecies friendship into an interspecies romance.

Aristocrat Team: Members of the entire team are either of notable bloodlines or have Blue Blood.

True Companions: Juni and Gerard? They're literal soulmates, but not in the romantic way, my friend. Their bond goes way beyond regular friendship. They've got this unbreakable connection that's hard to put into words. Once Donatello joins the gang, the three of them become inseparable, with Gerard considering him a brother and Juni falling for him.

The Not-Love Interest: What I am trying so hard for Juni and Gerard to be. They are inseparable companions, their bond is really deep, they share many personal moments, and they even intend to live together once they get to college. Ship Tease from my friends aside, their relationship always remains that of very close Vitriolic Best Buds and I intend to keep it that way.

Legacy Team: The team is a spiritual successor of the V7D, with both of Medea's sons and Freki's daughter.

Nice, Mean, and In-Between: Ideal Hero Gertie is nice, Jerk with a Heart of Gold Donatello is mean, and Dork Knight Juni is in-between.

No Sense of Personal Space: Juni and Gerard don't really have any personal limits, at least not on friendly terms. Juni herself enjoys warmly bumping into and sparring with Gerard, in addition to spending some nights in his bed. His mothers, on the other hand, aren't having it.

Two Guys and a Girl: The "Two Guys" are Gerard and Donatello, with Juni being the sole female member of the three.

Masculine Girl/Feminine Boy: At least appearance-wise. Gerard is an androgynous-looking young man who wears lipstick and eyeliner outside of school, and Donatello has a very delicate quasi-angelic appearance, whereas Juni has a wild, unkempt appearance (she, too, wears eyeliner, but to honour and remember her late mother rather than to make herself prettier).

GERARD NORRINGTONs TROPES (Gerard Way)

Meaningful Name: In two different ways.

Like Mother, Unlike Son: He's quite different from Medea, being shown to be much more expressive than the former Eye of Laurel ever was, before and after her Character Development. He appears to share Nicoletta's adventurous spirit and emotions, yet he is not as naive as his mother was when she was his age.

Deadpan Snarker: He sure does take after his magic mother in this department.

Blue Is Heroic: Inherited his mom's blue eyes and sometimes wears a blue shirt under his jacket.

Cheery Pink: His pink hair became more noticeable as he grew older, matching his bright and outgoing nature.

Beware the Silly Ones: Gerard is a hyperactive teenager with a short attention span, but when confronted with a genuine threat, the guy's clever as hell, and he knows how to turn the tables on his enemies. He's got this sneaky side to him, see? He'll trick his opponents into their own downfall, making them basically dig their own graves.

''Well Done, Son!" Guy: He's kind of a sucker for Medea's good opinion.

Non-Action Guy: Gerard isn't a natural fighter like Nicoletta or Miyuuki. When he ''fights'', it's usually Juni doing the work. Justified, considering the fact that Medea didn't really want her son to be included in the Underworld business. He's learning as he goes without any practice or the battle instinct that Juni or Donatello have.

Mixed Ancestry: Hailing from a diverse background, this young man is a unique blend of Australian, Egyptian, and Italian ancestry, raised amidst the rugged beauty of Wales.

Has Two Mommies: Or rather, three, as Gerard and Miyuuki share a genetic heritage, he inherited Medea's eyes, and he was conceived in Nicoletta's womb.

Dude Looks Like a Lady: Gerard's gender expression is a work of art, with waist-length pink hair, bold purple eyeliner, and gender-neutral attire that blurs the lines of traditional gender norms. At first glance, it's hard to tell what gender he might identify with.

Guile Hero: Much like his magic mom, Gerard never physically defeats his opponents. He outsmarts them. Despite being the weakest fighter compared to her companion Juni, he's able to defeat A dragon using misdirection, quick thinking, and an a precise analysis of its behaviour. 

Action Survivor: When it all started, he was an Ordinary Highschool Student, often relying on his beast wolf friend to help him handle enemies (a dynamic his mothers shared).

Badass Family: Symbolically, The firstborn son of The V7D, and also technically the last descendant of the small yet deadly Norrington Clan. 

Real Men Wear Pink: He dons a jacket adorned in a vibrant array of pastel hues, with shades ranging from playful pinks to majestic magentas, perfectly complementing his own striking pink locks.

Insanely International Ancestry: Gerard is Egyptian-British-Australian-Italian.

Not So Different: Despite being a Contrasting Sequel Main Character, Gerard also has a lot of the traits that Medea had when she was a younger necromancer: the same attachment to bright colours, the same disregard for rules that inconvenience them, same help from a wolf member of the du Cronos Dynasty (though Gerard and Juni are best friends while Freki and Medea were mostly business), same intense sense of justice and loyalty to their friends, and same explosive attitude when angered. This also extends to Gerard and his other mother Nicoletta da Firenze, despite Gerard's initial hangups; both of them are the goofiest and most personable pink-haired lads to date.

Long-Haired Pretty Boy: He's extremely beautiful and has shoulder-length pink hair like his mother.

Large Ham: He's nowhere as hammy as Emma, or even Medea, but he can get extremely hammy when he needs to.

Bishōnen: Gerard is fair-skinned with soft features and long, flowing pink hair.

Momma's Boy: Gerard has a tight bond with his moms, especially Nico, and you wouldn't expect it, but Yuuki is the one who's always there for him. She's the mom who picks him up from school, helps him with homework, and all that jazz. Medea, on the other hand, can be a bit tough on him and on certain occasions might appear she's way more invested in Donatello rather than him, but deep down, she's hella proud of her boy and does whatever she can to help him level up his skills.

Strong Family Resemblance: Looks exactly like a young male version of Nico, although with straighter hair and a tanned complexion (due to being mixed race).

Named After Somebody Famous: He was named after the musician and comic book writer Gerard Way.

The Heart: Gerard is the emotional core of the triumvirate, being the most upbeat, joyful, and inclined to show care openly.

Headbutt of Love: He tends to utilize it as a soothing gesture, primarily between him and Juni, but even with his mothers on occasion.

Celibate Hero: Gerard's got this thing going on when it comes to judging human attractiveness. It's like he's got this blind spot, because he can't really tell who's hot and who's not. And he's never shown any interest in getting romantically or sexually involved with anyone. Don't get me wrong, the young man has tons of friends and he's all about playing matchmaker for his besties' love lives. But when it comes to himself, it's strictly platonic vibes. Love and romance just don't seem to be his cup of tea.

Family Eye Resemblance: He has Medea's eyes. 

Nice Guy: He can be a jerk at times, but, like Nicoletta, he's fundamentally a kind-hearted person who struggles to even bring himself to kill an opponent.

The McCoy: He's the most enthusiastic and excitable one of the two.

Living Emotional Crutch: He becomes such to Juni after seeing his closest friend's transformation into a vicious vampire once her necklace is removed.

Badass Adorable: Very energetic and extremely skilled like his mom, Nicoletta.

Half-Human Hybrid: In two different ways, one more complicated than the other.

 JUNI'S TV TROPES (Juni Stivron)

Happily Adopted: Her aunt Megan adopted her when her mother died during childbirth, and Megan and her father Freki raised her as their own, convincing her that her mother Mary was her aunt.

Hot-Blooded: It runs In the Blood after all. She is significantly more expressive than her father's subdued form of hot-bloodedness. Not unlike her mother's demeanour.

Date Rape Averted: Juni once came to Gerard's rescue during a night out when he was out, missing, drunk and vulnerable to potential sexual assault. She protected him by punching the perpetrator, while Donatello used a taser on the assailant's head to further subdue her.

Tiny Tyrannical Girl: She is noticeably shorter than the other members of the main cast and the majority of the other characters in the series owing to her height of 5'1", but because of her short temper and stubborn spirit, she still manages to scare others.

The Nose Knows: Juni's got a nose that puts the rest of us to shame. Her sense of smell is off the charts, way better than her old man's. With just a sniff, she can tell your blood type and track you down like it's no big deal. And she doesn't even need you to be bleeding or anything. She can catch a whiff of your scent and follow it with precision. Her nose is like a superpower. She can pick up the faintest of scents that no one else can even detect. It makes her a total beast when it comes to hunting and tracking. She can also sniff out clues and make deductions that would make Hercule Poirot proud, all based on nothing but the power of her nose.

What Beautiful Eyes!: When it comes to Juni, her fiery spirit is matched only by her fiery eyes! Donatello and Gerard were first drawn to her scarlet peepers, which seemed to glow with an intensity that could light up the night sky.

Be Careful What You Wish For: She had always longed to use whatever vampire power she could have inherited. When she discovers the savage brutality of her vampiric Superpowered Evil Side, however, she changes her mind.

Rebellious Princess: Juni, being Freki's kid, could be deemed the "Princess of the du Cronos Dynasty" without any fuss, and true to her lineage as the granddaughter of Anthony du Cronos, she's a bit of a wild child.

Glacier Waif: Juni has the body of a short and particularly slender underclassman. However, as a du Cronos with human, vampire, dragon and wolf genes, she's Nigh-Invulnerable and has the rawest strength of Gerard's team, routinely tossing around opponents several times her size like dragons and managing to throw Medea's Amon, a hellhound dozens of times her size, across the room.

Red Is Heroic: She has blood-red eyes, and a black sweater with a red stripe that matches her deceased mother's witch attire, and is one of the primary protagonists of the follow-up.

Wacky Parent, Serious Child: Inverted with both her parents, the upbeat, loud, Hot-Blooded, easily-distracted protagonist and her calm, straightforward and serious parents. This might be the first hint that Mary is her biological mother.

Only Known by Their Nickname: With the possible exception of hers and Gerard's parents, hardly anyone ever calls her Juniper.

Unkempt Beauty: She is really pretty and adorable in an untamed way despite the fact that she is a she-wolf and doesn't have time to focus on her beauty. Not to mention, She Cleans Up Nicely on the one occasion when she has to dress up.

Ambiguous Criminal History: Juni brags about her willingness to kill humans, but when flashbacks show her being trained by her father to hunt in the mountains, the only instances of killing that are shown involve animals for food. Whether or not Juni ever harmed any humans during her training remains unclear and is left to the viewer's imagination.

Embarrassing First Name: Well, it seems that Juni's mother was feeling pretty nostalgic about her steamy encounter with Freki under the juniper tree when she named her daughter. I suppose you could say that Juni's conception was quite literally rooted in passion! It's a bit of a twisted and darkly humorous backstory, but hey, it's all in good fun, right?

Chuunibyou: Again, not unlike her ancestors before her, she's got a major ego, always hyping herself up and boasting about her power like she's the absolute queen of the universe. It can get on your nerves at times, but there are moments when her self-assuredness and shameless self-promotion are strangely endearing. Even if you don't fully believe her hype, you can't help but appreciate her charismatic swagger.

Big Eater: This is one of her most well-known characteristics. She's a meat lover through and through, devouring any kind of meat that crosses her path. But when it comes to liver, she wrinkles her nose in disgust. It's the one exception to her carnivorous cravings, as she just can't stomach the taste of livers.

Heroic Comedic Sociopath: Juni's character often provides comic relief in the series through her lack of adherence to social and moral norms. She is a spontaneous and aggressive individual who rarely considers the consequences of her actions, which frequently leads to unpredictable and sometimes chaotic situations. Anthony clearly approves.

Annoying Younger Sibling: As the story states, she settles in her role as the bratty younger sister within the trio comprised of Gerard, Donatello, and herself. Although it is possible that she may have exhibited similar behaviour towards her half-brother James, it is uncertain since, by the time ND10 occurs, James is operating independently beyond the confines of the du Cronos Dynasty's territory. Therefore, we cannot confirm whether or not she was also a bratty little sister to him.

Restraining Bolt: In order to prevent her vampiric Superpowered Evil Side from gaining control, she wears a necklace/headgear that serves as a type of suppressant. By wearing this accessory, she is able to keep her dark and dangerous side at bay and maintain a semblance of control.

Animal Motifs: Wolves, for obvious reasons.

Death Glare: Invoked by Juni on occasions, she utilizes a "wolf gaze" she acquired from her father to intimidating others, albeit it isn't as effective because she isn't a 7ft tall hunk with black sclera. When she removes her necklace/headgear and changes into a dhampir, her default stare is fucking horrifying.

Animal Talk: Juni has a special talent that allows her to talk to snakes and other slithery animals because her grandparent is their Mistress. However, her control over these creatures is not as strong as her dad and Anthony's, who can make them do their bidding without even asking. Juni's snake whispering is more of a request, and sometimes the snakes can still say no, but they usually can't resist her charming ways.

Noble Wolf: Much like her ancestors Akane and Freki du Cronos, she's an arctic wolf, but she's also easily the friendliest and most heroic member of the du Cronos Dynasty... which is not saying much.

Hidden Depths: Juni's remarkable abilities as a detective are often on display, thanks in part to her acute sense of smell. By relying on her olfactory senses, she is able to deduce and analyze a wide range of information, which helps keep her and her associates out of harm's way. As a result, the trio is rarely caught off-guard or taken by surprise.

Cute Bruiser: This wolf pup is adorable, but she is very well-versed in self-defence courtesy of being trained by her dad, enough to push Lady of War Medea to the limit and be considered a threat.

Strong Family Resemblance: With her distinct hair and eye colour, as well as her complexion and clothing choices, she bears a striking resemblance to a feral, female wolf version of her mother Mary.

Daddy's Girl: As the proud papa wolf, Freki has got his daughter's back no matter what. He's always there to give her a boost of confidence and remind her of her inner strength and abilities.

Clingy Jealous Girl: A non-romantic example. Juni is easily threatened if it appears that someone is attempting to jeopardize her status as Gerard's best friend. She even becomes upset with Nico, Gerard's mother, after Gerard jokes that "a boy's best friend is his mother". 

Little Miss Badass: She might be 157 cm/5'2'', but she is a du Cronos she-wolf and isn't someone you want to mess with.

One Head Taller: With Gerard, who is 170 cm/5'7'', while she's only 157 cm/5'1''.

It Was a Gift: Juni's iconic necklace-crown-headset isn't just a fashion statement - it holds deep sentimental value. The unique piece was a gift from her beloved aunt Mary, who she later learns is actually her biological mother. Knowing the truth about her lineage only adds to the significance of the heirloom, and Juni cherishes it as a connection to the mother she never knew.

Badass Family: Her father is the du Cronos Dynasty's Head, her paternal grandparent is a deity, her grandmother was an alpha wolf, and her mother was a brilliant magician.

Dhampyr: Very downplayed considering that her mother is the dhampir rather than a full-fledged vampire. She possesses no abilities unrelated to her wolf lineage and is, in fact, less physically active than the rest of the du Cronos in the story. Her mother's blood-red eyes are the sole visible trace of it. That is, until someone takes off her necklace and/or headgear and turns into a vampire.

Always Save the Girl: Genderflippped; Juni will do anything to save her boys! However, they have returned her the favour on occasion.

My Instincts Are Showing: Played with. She actually seems to enjoy letting her wolf-like side out and howling now and then but suppressed it out of fear over her other powers. Despite coming to terms with herself, she still only lets them show up in front of Gerard, and eventually, Donatello.

Superpowered Evil Side: She inherited more power from her vampire grandfather than her strangely mixed human/dragon/wolf body can handle. Once this power is awakened by the complete fear of dying, if it's not kept sealed each time she draws upon it degrades her sanity and drives her into fits of feral Unstoppable Rage that can only be controlled by her necklace's anti-monster barrier.

Guile Hero: While not to the degree of her grandparent, Juni can think up some fairly inventive tactics to beat an opponent.

Green-Eyed Monster: She is easily jealous because of how territorial wolves are. When Gerard returns from a vacation to see his grandparents in Italy, Juni casually questions if he had "an Italian best friend" while he was there. Despite this, Juni spends the rest of the day acting like a jealous lover.

Teens Are Short: Given that Juni is two years younger than both Gerard and Donatello, it's no surprise that she is the shortest member of the trio.

Evil Mentor: Anthony is shown to be incredibly interested in Juni, and while never kickstarting the transformation into a dhampir, the sun god is always there to advise Juni to dive into the bloodlust and carnage it comes with.

Defence Mechanism Superpower: Her vampire form activates whenever she's in life-threatening danger and doesn't have the necklace created by Mary on her body.

Emotional Bruiser: Juni is a fierce, self-assured she-wolf who can withstand strikes from a true hellhound. Juni is still a very sensitive, empathetic little pup, nevertheless.

Furry Reminder: She occasionally does things that serve as a reminder that she is a she-wolf.

Anti-Hero: Classic du Cronos fashion, Juni is quite rambunctiously destructive even while being firmly a member of the protagonist trio and is generally quite interested in killing any demon or threat she's sent after. However, she's by far the most heroic du Cronos shown.

Cute Little Fangs: She has prominent fangs because of her wolf blood. They also suit her energetic character.

Covert Pervert: During one of their travels, Gerard and Donatello were forced to pretend to be a couple, and Juni appeared to be a little too interested in the sight of her closest friend and her crush kissing.

Awesome, but Impractical: Juni's necklace/headset is not just a mere accessory. It serves as her safeguard from transforming into a dhampir. However, if someone takes it off, it can awaken her dormant vampiric powers for a brief 10-minute window. The catch is that the power surge will render her so weak that she'll be unconscious for the rest of the day. To make matters worse, she can go berserk, making her a potential threat to her teammates if they come too close.

Dork Knight: On the one hand, she's a ferocious she-wolf with dragon and vampire ancestry that you don't want to mess with. She's also a huge dork, a jealous friend with her two boys, and a terrible mood reader.

Red Eyes, Take Warning: Inherited her mother's blood-red eyes, which can glow in the dark (the only dragon heritage she received).

Blessed with Suck: Recklessness in her dhampir form causes her to lose herself, being overwhelmed by her vampiric blood, which is why Mary devised her necklace to seal such powers with the necessity to remove it in order to release them.

Shipper on Deck: Gerard has taken it upon himself to play matchmaker for Donatello and Juni, but it looks like he's not the only one with their eye on the prize. Nicoletta catches on real quick to the fact that her adopted son has got a big crush on Juni, and she slyly lends him a hand in scoring a date with her at school. And then there's Medea, giving Donatello a pep talk when he starts freaking out about not being worthy of Juni, especially after witnessing her vampire transformation. It seems everyone wants those two together.

Power Limiter: Mary designed a necklace or headgear for Juni while she was pregnant to prevent her vampiric blood from emerging and causing her to lose herself. But taking off that jewellery would make her metamorphosis happen abruptly.

Waif-Fu: Despite being a very thin young cub, Juni is capable of fighting just as well as the rest of the du Cronos Dynasty.

Heinz Hybrid: Even though she mostly looks like a she-wolf, it's safe to point out that she is the daughter of a dhampir, and her paternal grandparent is a dragon. Therefore Juni is a half she-wolf, part dragon, part human, and part vampire.

Signature Headgear: Juni's necklace can change its shape to become a headgear as well, which also works as Power Limiter.

Combo Platter Powers: Juni's lineage is nothing short of complex, and as such, she possesses a plethora of extraordinary abilities. Among them are the ability to run at 70 km/h, the power to transform seamlessly between her human and wolf forms, and the keen sense of smell necessary for tracking prey. Her bloodsucking prowess allows her to extract nutrients from other creatures, while the removal of her necklace can grant her temporary vampiric powers.

Eye Color Change: Her sclera colour changes from white to black, much like her father and grandmother the moment her necklace is removed and her vampire powers are brought to light, ironically.

Deadpan Snarker: Her wit is as dry as her mother's. Her Brutal Honesty is as harsh as her father's.

Nominal Hero: Juni's a strong-willed, passionate, emotional young girl who deeply cares for the lives of her family and friends. However, during later arcs, it should be noted that the du Cronos' blood still flows through her veins. She's hardly interested in ending the feud between The House of Laurel and The du Cronos Dynasty, and is capable of such a No Holds Barred Beatdown to her opponents that it once made her grandparent appear just to voice her pride in her grandchild. 

Obfuscating Stupidity: She often plays the fool to catch her opponents off guard or make them think she is weaker than she actually is.

Combat Sadomasochist: She exhibits symptoms of this when unleashing her vampire power, such as when she urges Donatello to "do something nasty to her" or "pluck out her eyes or tongue."

Power at a Price: Her vampire form gives her complete power, but it also fills her with wrath and drives her to drain people's blood dry until she is slain.

Bad Liar: Quite surprisingly for her, given how her father, grandparent and grandmother were incredibly good with words. Whenever Juni finds herself in a tight spot due to her impulsive escapades, she goes into panic mode. She'll start tripping over her words, desperately trying to shift the blame away from herself, even if they're as transparent as a glass window.

Will They or Won't They?: With Donatello. I still haven't decided.

Unusual Ears: Wolf ears, as a reflection of her canine heritage; and much like her old man's and grandma's, they're Arctic Wolf Ears. When she goes berserk as a vampire, she loses them and her ears become human-like but pointier.

Fangs Are Evil: Her fangs are way, way more pointed and pronounced when she turns into a vampire.

Even Bad Women Love Their Mamas: Downplayed because she's not a bad guy in any way, just a Jerk with a Heart of Gold, but she really loves her mother Megan and his Berserk Button is seeing others upsetting her. This fierce protectiveness also extends to her birth mother Mary, whom she never had the chance to meet. However, Juni is immensely grateful for Mary's selfless sacrifice that gave her a chance at life. She guards her headgear/necklace, Mary's first and last gift to her, with her life.

Tsundere: With Donatello.

Weak, but Skilled: Downplayed. But if Freki's statement is true, Juni's strength in her entire body is equal to the strength he has in one of his legs, putting her at a level more equal to her grandma Akane in terms of sheer strength. That being said, she is still above the average human being in terms of strength.


DONATELLOs TROPES (Donatello)

Would Hit a Girl: Donatello has been taking advice from Medea, who's been schooling him on the fact that justice is blind to gender, and when it comes to someone deserving a good thrashing, he shouldn't think twice about landing the first punch..

Medea: ''Listen up, my boy, there are some battles in life that are worth fighting for, and you better not turn your back and walk away. When the moment comes and you know you have to take action, don't hesitate for a single second.''

Anti-Hero Substitute: At first glance, Donatello appeared to be the brooding anti-hero type, but that's just too misleading. With his dark attire and mysterious background, his beard and overall biker vibe, it's easy to assume he's just another edgy loner, not unlike how Medea was by the start of Under Pressure. However, Donatello is committed to turning his "Eye" persona into a full-blown The Cape.

Death Glare: One of the few signs outside his calm demeanour that tells you that he's pissed. Sometimes his eyes change colour from his natural colour to Medea's yellow to further emphasize this.

Birthmark of Destiny: He has a four-sided diamond-shaped birthmark on his left hand, akin to Nicoletta's on the back of her neck.

Sour Outside, Sad Inside: Donatello, who had always been a rock, began to crumble under the weight of his emotions. The pain and trauma he had endured over the past few years had left him furious, anxious, and full of turmoil. As Nicoletta gently pointed out the similarities between him and Medea, Donatello let out a deep sigh while tears fell from his eyes. It was as if all the pain he had been carrying had finally become too much to bear, and he could no longer hold it all in.

You Are Better than You Think You Are: Due to his past with panic attacks and being a mess of self-esteem, Donatello is usually pretty hard on himself, regardless of how much he's pushing himself. It got to a point that Medea had to straight-up tell Donatello, right to his face, that he was not just rocking the skills she taught him but totally kicking her ass at them. She's given him mad props for his leadership game and how he's got all the right connections. She's even dropped hints that if she bit the dust, he'd be the perfect vessel for the angel Seraphim. And dude, the fact that Seraphim, who's dwellinginside Medea, didn't object or say a thing? That pretty much confirms she's down with that statement.

Parental Substitute: Medea, hands down. She chose to foster him, recognizing his abilities and not wanting them to go to waste. Initially, she only intended to teach and guide him as the new Eye, but as they spent more time together, she grew more attached to him. Then, on his 18th birthday, Medea made it official and legally adopted Donatello, sealing the deal as mother and son. Their bond? Stronger than steel.

Will They or Won't They?: With Juni. I still haven't decided.

The Lancer: To Gerard, The Leader, and Juni, The Hero. He's not shy about voicing his opinions about their methods, but ultimately he trusts and follows their lead when it matters most.

Affirmative Action Legacy: Inverted. Due to my gimmick of wanting to pass the torch from male to female and from female to male, Donatello, a British young man takes the mantle of the Eye of Laurel from the Egyptian Medea.

The Reveal: Donatello has been chosen by Laurel to be her new Eye; it was not by chance that he met Medea; she intended them to meet so that Medea could serve as a support and mentor for the young lad.

Belligerent Sexual Tension: Donatello is a walking bundle of belligerent sexual tension when it comes to Juni. It's like they're the protagonists of some steamy romance novel, except they're constantly snarking at each other instead of making out. Gerard, bless his heart, is doing his best to play the role of wingman, giving them both advice and gently nudging them in the right direction. Unfortunately, it seems like his efforts are falling on deaf ears. Maybe he should try writing some fanfiction to give them a little push.

''Well Done, Son!'' Guy: Since he considers Medea to be a surrogate mother to him now that his original mother and father had died, he worked hard to earn her respect. When Medea gives Donatello a compliment, his face brightens up.

The Comically Serious: He's not as quirky as the other three members of the gang, but he's not utterly humourless and is at least willing to engage in weird conversations with them without batting an eye. And there are a few times when he'll get dragged into their antics. Or just eat cereal while they're trying to kill each other.

Mood-Swinger: Should something cause him to lose his concentration or control in a situation, he starts experiencing panic attacks and losing his confidence.

Light Feminine Dark Feminine: Ironically, Donatello forms a Gender Inverted example with Gerard, being the dark masculine (anxious, moody, brooding) to Gerard's light masculine (friendly, jovial, open with his emotions).

Mr. Fanservice: Not as much as Anthony or Gerard, but he does have his moments where his rugged masculine bad boy handsomeness is highlighted.

Cloudcuckoolander's Minder: Is this for the main duo.

Chain Pain: Donatello's main weapon is a chain that he either uses as a whip, brass knuckles or a grappling hook.

Happily Adopted: According to what has been stated, The former Eye eventually legally adopted Donatello as her son on his 18th birthday after spending years living with Medea's family.

Tritagonist: Donatello is considered to be at least the third most significant character in the story, after Juni and Gerard, who are characterized as the protagonist and deuteragonist of the spin-off, respectively.

Bullying a Dragon: Tried to rob Medea's house as a kid. Luckily for him, Medea admired the sheer balls it took and decided to take him in.

Adult Adoptee: Medea's gift to him in his 18th birthday was asking him if he'd be okay with her adopting him.

Badass Biker: He was part of a biker gang before he met Medea, and after departing, he kept the cycle. This is a clear contrast to his predecessor Medea, who prefers her classic Dodge Charger.

Extremely Protective Child: Donatello may not be Medea's biological son, but that's neither here nor there. He's very protective of her and won't hesitate to give anyone a good thrashing if they upset his beloved mother figure.

Shipper on Deck: Gerard has taken it upon himself to play matchmaker for Donatello and Juni, but it looks like he's not the only one with their eye on the prize. Nicoletta catches on real quick to the fact that her adopted son has got a big crush on Juni, and she slyly lends him a hand in scoring a date with her at school. And then there's Medea, giving Donatello a pep talk when he starts freaking out about not being worthy of Juni, especially after witnessing her vampire transformation. It seems everyone wants those two together.

Desperately Looking for a Purpose in Life: Donatello had lost all his motivation in life ever since he ran off from home after a bunch of criminals broke in and murder his parents. He rarely felt at ease again until Medea stated that Laurel had picked him to be her new Eye.

Mentor's New Hope: Once Medea figured out that Gerard didn't have any magical talent in him and Laurel confirmed he wasn't "Eye of Laurel" material, she started feeling a bit down. It seemed like passing the torch to a new generation might not be in the cards for her. But then, along came Donatello, and things started looking up! Medea saw potential in him and took him under her wing, mentoring him like a coach would train a promising new talent. Donatello totally lived up to her expectations and didn't let her down. He soaked up her teachings like a sponge, and they bonded so well that Medea decided to officially adopt him, all but confirming that Donatello would live to become the new Nero Angelo someday.

Teen Genius: Donatello dug deep into Medea's old files to pick up some handy skills in first aid, fighting techniques, and detective work. Even though he's not a formal detective, the kid's got some serious brains and can make some deductions that even his mentor didn't see coming. Plus, he's got that street smarts vibe, thanks to two years of living it rough. That's why he can go undercover like a pro and talk himself out of some sticky situations.

Date Rape Averted: As mentioned above. During a time when he was missing, Juni saves a drunk and emotionally vulnerable Gerard from a potential sexual assault by punching out the assailant, demonstrating. Donatello then takes further action by tasering the attacker in the head. The duo's deep loyalty and protectiveness towards Gerard, their "pink sunshine bro," is evident in such situations.

Kid Hero: Averted. When Medea saw Donatello's skills and potential, she knew he had that burning fire inside him to fight the bad guys, but she wasn't about to let him risk his life at such a young age. So she laid down the law and told him, "No missions until you're 20, young man." She wanted him to have some time to grow and learn before diving into the superhero stuff. And... It turned out to be a pretty smart move on her part. It gave Donatello a chance to train, learn the ropes, and become a better version of the Nero Angelo, making Medea feel like a proud momma.

Defrosting Ice King: As the series progresses, Donatello's initial guardedness and aloofness towards Juni and Gerard start to fade away. He begins to open up and warm up to them, slowly but surely. Despite his reserved nature, he begins to appreciate their company and eventually admits that he enjoys being around them.

Break Them by Talking: In contrast to Medea, who would only trashtalk and belittle her opponents once they were defeated, Donnie is a total chatterbox. When he's in the heat of battle, he loves to taunt his opponents to throw them off balance.

Loner-Turned-Friend: Before meeting Gertie and Juni, he never had friends close to his age, or any friends for that matter.

Stepford Snarker: In one of their first interactions as adoptive mother and son, Medea confronts him about continuously making fun of others in order to divert his attention from the emptiness inside him. He admits that this is a valid observation.

Legacy Character: Never outright stated, but it's heavily implied and is basically accepted that Donatello will become the new Nero Angelo, eventually.

Expy: His biker persona is loosely based on Undertaker's American Badass gimmick.

Named After Somebody Famous: Much like Gerard. Donatello was named after Donatella Versace.

Improbable Age: He was chosen as the very next Eye at the age of 15. This is odd considering that Laurel handpicked Medea even before she was created.

Living MacGuffin: Medea keeps her eyes on Donatello to protect him from potential danger and train him.

Thou Shall Not Kill: Remarkable for being the only member of the three with a very low death toll. He even went to tremendous lengths to keep some of his enemies from dying. Contrast that with Gerard, who is adept at tricking his enemies into causing their own deaths and Juni, who is powerful and capable of carrying out her own executions.

The Apprentice: He is taken in by Medea, who will prepare him to take the position of the Eye of Laurel.

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KAGUYAs Tropes


Child By Rape: She's the product of Medea being raped by the demoness Nokrea.

Bastard Angst: After a while, it turns out that Kaguya's got a bunch of hurt inside her from the way she was brought into this world. She's struggling with self-doubt, mostly because she can't shake off the feeling that she's a constant reminder of what Nokrea did to Medea. She's kinda jealous of Gerard, who came into this world out of love, and Donatello, who was adopted out of love. She's really wishing she had that sort of bond they had with their mum, and and she's got this big feeling of wanting to be part of it but not quite fitting in.. It's sort of hinted that at one point, the pain she was carrying got so much that she thought about suicide. Mind you, she and Medea are taking small steps to mend their kinda broken relationship. Medea's making it clear to her daughter that she's not holding any bad feelings or blame, at least not towards her.

Foil: To Gerard, mostly. While Gerard is the product of Medea's loving relationship with a woman she deeply cared for and wanted to build a life with, Kaguya's birth is a result of a traumatic event. Her biological mother, a female demon, forced herself on a weakened Medea after she rejected the demon's advances. Gerard spent some of his infant years without Medea due to complications in the Underworld, while Kaguya was raised by her demon mother, unaware of her true heritage. It's only later, when Kaguya's mother sends her to Medea with ulterior motives, that she discovers her connection to Medea and the complex circumstances surrounding her birth.

Cloudcuckoolander: This seems to be a theme among Medea's children, biological or not. At first glance, Kaguya may not come across as one, as her demeanor is not overly dramatic. At first glance, Kaguya might not seem like one of those, because she's not all loud and dramatic. But under the surface, her head's a land of bonkers ideas, mostly down to her odd upbringing in the Underworld, where a demon played a significant role in shaping her sense of practicality and common sense, or rather, the lack thereof.

Half-Human Hybrid: Her mother is a demon and her other mother is an artificial human.

Cannot Spit It Out: Familial love example. Kaguya puts up a front by refusing to address Medea as "mother." However, the truth is that her inability to use that title stems from her own struggles with self-esteem, which are deeply rooted in the circumstances surrounding her birth. She feels unworthy of having Medea as a mother, despite the growing affection she feels towards her.

Anti Anti-Christ: Medea's a vision. She's determined to mold Kaguya into as much of a shining example of goodness she can, while trying to break free from the chains of her dark past with Nokrea. It's no easy task, mind you. It's a bumpy road, and the only solace Medea finds is that Kaguya, unlike her demon mother Nokrea, shows glimmers of empathy and compassion for others. It's a work in progress, but Medea's got her eyes on the prize and this time, it seems she's making progress.

Heroic Bastard: Kaguya's other parent happens to be the demoness Nokrea who went and got herself knocked up after forcing herself on Medea. Yeah, it's tragic. That's why Kaguya never got the chance to meet Medea or any of her other relatives. She's kind of like the odd one out compared to her older brothers. But so far, she doesn't look to have any ill intentions and Medea's dead set to making her stay that way.

Almighty Janitor: Kaguya is a force to be reckoned with in the realm of ND10, standing tall as possibly the second most powerful character in the Upper World, right behind Seraphim's mortal form. She possesses the might of a true powerhouse. With her regenerative powers, she can heal in a matter of minutes. She can manipulate her body with ease, morphing in similar ways to Ahsmanet. And let's not forget about her captivating voice that can make weak-willed people succumb to her desires. On top of all that, she's got a sixth sense for spotting those elusive cthonic creatures and seems to have a special connection with certain individuals, almost like establishing a psychic link. So why isn't she ruling the world of ND10, you ask? Well, it's because she's currently in the age and mind of a preteen girl. On top of that, Medea, being the responsible guardian she is, goes to great lengths to keep Kaguya away from any risky or potentially dangerous situations that could awaken her demonic essence.

Irony: It's pretty ironic, actually. When Nokrea first crossed paths with Medea, she seemed sweet and caring, going out of her way to help and support her. But, newsflash! It was all a big, fat lie. Turns out, Nokrea's only agenda was to get Medea to be her mate, whether she wanted it or not. Kaguya, on the other hand, shows genuine affection and care towards Medea. She's the living proof that demons are not always inherently evil, giving her exactly what she thought she was getting from Nokrea, minus all the romantic and sexy stuff, of course.

The Baby of The Bunch: Trying to figure out her exact age is like trying to catch a slippery fish. Demons age at a warped speed, and time in Hell is a total mess, to put it mildly. But she looks, acts and overall has the temper of a preteen girl.

Fantastic Racism: Kaguya doesn't really hate humans; she just feels sorry for them. But, you know, she does believe demons are, like, way better than them. Over time, she warms up to her new life in the human world, thanks in part to her new human stepmother and human siblings. Plus, the fact that her other mom is an angel who used to be human kinda helped shift her perspective.

Mind Control: Kaguya is equipped with the skill of mind control, or rather, the ability to forcibly induce someone else to comply with her requests through her voice. Considering her age and demeanor akin to that of a young preteen girl, her influence is mainly effective on other children, and her commands are confined to basic tasks like "complete my homework" or "pass me your drink," rather than involving more malicious intentions.

My Greatest Second Chance: Medea eventually views raising and molding Kaguya into a regular, well-adjusted and good-hearted young girl as her chance to come to terms with her traumatic past with Nokrea, as well as a second chance to prove her theory that demons (and by extension, herself) aren't inherently evil.

Horrifying The Horror: Not as much as her angelic mom, but, I mean, Kaguya's basically a demon kid, so it's expected. But the thing is, she can totally freak out a bunch of those lower-tier demons, and even some of the heavyweight demons are quite hesitant before trying to attack her. She's that powerful.

Brilliant, but Lazy: It's not like Kaguya's got a built-in laziness chip, but Medea's determined to give her the most ordinary, everyday life a young demon can have. It's her way of making sure Kaguya doesn't dive headfirst into Underworld drama or rub shoulders with other demons. And, let's be honest, from a storytelling perspective, it's a way to avoid making her a convenient, plot-saving deus ex machina, especially since Kaguya might just be the most powerful of the bunch under Medea's wing.

Detect Evil: Kaguya has this ability to sense when something's not quite right, as she can sense there's something... off with Juni, even if she can't exactly put her finger on it. It's like her intuition is on high alert. And she's also pretty good at detecting other demons lurking around in the city. She's got a devil radar or something similar to Medea's sensor eyes. But the craziest part is that she can even communicate with Seraphim, the angel inside Medea's body, even when the angel is in sleep mode.

Extremely Protective Child: No doubt about it, these kids are definitely siblings. Just like Donatello and Gerard (although he is to a slightly lesser extent), Kaguya steps up as a very protective daughter to Medea. She won't stand for anyone messing with her or even hinting at a threat.

Mistreatment-Induced Betrayal: So, even though Nokrea sent her to live with Medea and her fam in the human world, maybe with some ulterior motive, Kaguya ended up loving her life in the Norrington Household. It's possible that her not-so-great childhood and lack of affection made her bond with Medea. When Nokrea came back to take her to the Underworld, Kaguya was not 100% team Medea, but she definitely was not willing to go back with Nokrea.

Abusive Parents: Her mother falls into the neglectful category, keeping her at a distance and never expressing any words of love. Kaguya's upbringing also involved exposure to violence as part of her education. Interestingly, she admits to Donatello that she's somewhat thankful for being sent to live with Medea. Translation? Things with her mom, Nokrea, weren't exactly peachy.

Nature vs Nurture: Kaguya's character serves a major purpose, and it's the main reason why Medea genuinely tries to overcome her own past trauma with her other mother. It's about giving a second chance to her theory and showing that even a terrifying and powerful level-9 demon can become a caring member of the family instead of a manipulative, deceitful and brutal serial rapist like Nokrea. It all comes down to how they're raised, perhaps? Medea first tried to prove this with Nokrea... to terrible results. And now we're gonna see if Kaguya follows suit...

Meaningful Name: She was given the name of Princess Kaguya, just like in that ancient Japanese legend, "The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter." Medea shared this story with Nokrea, considering it her favorite. However, it's chilling to think that Nokrea might have named the child Kaguya as a cruel mockery of Medea. Considering the day she recited the tale to her was the same day Nokrea... made her intetions clear...

Story-Breaker Power: Kaguya, being a demon infused with the Nero Angelo's essence, is one of the most powerful beings in the future ND10, especially considering that unlike Seraphim, due to being half-human, her abilities are not bound to the Underworld. In theory, her voice alone has the potential to bend any situation to her will, making conflicts vanish in an instant. But hey, we don't have to worry about her becoming a deus-ex-machina just yet. Firstly, she's still a kid and hasn't fully tapped into her powers or even figured them out completely. And secondly, Medea is dead set on giving her a peaceful life, far away from any kind of trouble. That means no joining Gerard, Donatello, and Juni on their vigilante escapades or training.

Non-Standard Character Design: In the series, most of the human-like characters have detailed eyes with irises and pupils. However, Kaguya's eyes only have irises without any pupils, which gives her a unique look and creates the illusion that she might be visually impaired. It's a small but significant clue that she's not entirely human.

Broken Pedestal: Kaguya was just like any other kid, all she wanted was to love her mom and have her mom love her in return. But, you see, Nokrea had different plans; she only saw Kaguya as a tool, a way to bring Medea back, and when it came to parenting, Nokrea was pretty hands-off, to say the least, and downright cruel at her worst. It's no wonder Kaguya turned on her after experiencing actual love, care, support, and affection from her new family. That little girl was probably just craving some care.

Coordinated Clothes: Once Kaguya fully embraced Gerard and Donatello as her brothers, she took it upon herself to create unique star-shaped accessories, akin to Medea's own, for each of them. She designed a stylish choker for herself, a cool wristband for Donatello, and a fashionable belt accessory for Gerard. These star-shaped adornments serve as a powerful symbol, representing the bond they share as the children of the Dark Messiah.