MIYUUKI STRAFFORDs Tropes (Miyuuki Strafford)

Adrenaline Makeover: Miyuuki goes from a "fangtastic" and lovely vampire girl to a hardcore Draculina faster than you can say "bleh." Sometimes it happens within the same minute!

Badass Adorable: Being sired by a full-fledged vampire by default makes her the second most powerful member of the V7D. And after everything is said and done, she's still insanely friendly and cute. 

Beware the Silly Ones: She may be young and can't stop running her mouth, but her job is to keep Italy free from dragons and other nasties twice her age and strength. There's also her anger problems...

Cute Bruiser: Don't let her age and her pretty face fool you, her bloodline and V7D training means she is perfectly capable of unleashing a world of hurt. 

Token Heroic Orc: She is the only benevolent vampiric creature of the story so far. Since the dhampirs Mary and Megan Stivron are members of the du Cronos Dynasty, her father Valentino is one of their most ferocious targets and the Head Nun has a hidden agenda of her own, not outright evil but still antagonizing the main team.

Dark Is Not Evil: She's a vampire, sired by the vampire mafia boss who runs Italy. And you know how most vampires are portrayed. Miyuuki, however, is a Friendly Neighborhood Vampire... as long as you're not opposing her or the V7D.

Good Is Not Soft: She's not one to shy away from a good old-fashioned brawl, just like the rest of her V7D buddies. In fact, she's been known to get a little too into it and accidentally take things a bit too far... oops!

Undying Loyalty: Ever since the moment she joins the team, Miyuuki is THE most dedicated member to taking care of her buddies. Seeing one of them hurt sends her into a full-on Roaring Rampage of Revenge mode.

Functional Addict: He's not just a smoker like his buddies; he's also a real boozer. But unlike Nicoletta, he can't seem to figure out when to stop, often waking up the next morning with a killer hangover.

Byronic Hero: She is committed, competent, beautiful, witty, and morally solid. But she's also moody, brooding, wrathful, and, for the most part, a self-absorbed loner concerned only with V7D. She is presented as both superhuman and subhuman, and the level to which she lacks the desire for company other than her companions exemplifies this the best.

Boyish Short Hair: She has her hair styled to her shoulders, unlike her girlfriends who like to keep their long hair flowing. She is aggressive and volatile but not particularly tomboyish.

Consistent Clothing Style: A blue winter jacket paired with black pants is her go-to outfit.

Intimate Hair Brushing: The moment she realized she was in love with Medea, was when the Eye not only allowed her to brush and take care of her hair (Medea is insanely protective of her hair) but encouraged her to do it more often since she liked the feeling of Yuuki's hands.

Ax-Crazy: Similar to Medea, but displayed differently. Miyuuki is a fun-loving, plucky, easygoing and energetic girl (instead of calm, quiet and composed), but like Medea, she's also one of the most volatile members of the V7D and is eager to retaliate with brutal violence when she perceives someone who is an actual threat.

Large Ham: She often speaks up louder than any of the other members of her team.

Trademark Favorite Food: Blood, duh. However, she appears to be quite hooked on Nicoletta's blood in particular.

Undead Abomination: She basically becomes a Lovecraftian vampire with a completely overpowered healing factor and shapeshifting abilities after drinking Asura's blood.

Friendly Neighborhood Vampire: Nico initially had a hard time believing an adorable and easygoing girl like Miyuuki can be a vampire. Then she sees her Hot-Blooded attitude due to her Hair-Trigger Temper during a fight, at that moment she is much closer to the image of a scary vampire.

Smitten Teenage Girl: When she falls for both Nico and Medea, she falls for them really hard. Luminescent Blush doesn't even begin to describe how red her pale skin can get around them.

In-Series Nickname: Just like the rest of the V7D crew, her code name is a nod to one of the Horsemen of the Apocalypse; she's known as Famine. This isn't too far off considering how she's always griping about her unending thirst for blood, sneakily sipping her friends' blood when they're not looking, and more often than not, draining her foes' blood mid-fight.

Daywalking Vampire: Miyuuki isn't burned by daylight. However, she loses her vampiric powers until the sunset. 

Super-Persistent Predator: Miyuuki can pursue someone at up to 70 km/h, which is justifiable given a vampire's natural endurance. Nico recruited Miyuuki when she showcased this trait to her.

Colour-Coded Characters: Black.

Polyamory: She eventually fell in love with Nicoletta and then Medea.

Raven Hair, Ivory Skin: Miyuuki's hair is dark purple (though it's supposed to be black) and pale-skinned, although her teammates consider her to be cute or adorable rather than beautiful.

Agent Mulder: Unlike the others, it doesn't take much to convince Miyuuki that there are dragon gods out there.

No Sense of Personal Space: Has a habit of getting very close to people when talking to them.

Weakened by The Light: Her vampiric powers vanish during the dawn and return during the sunset.

Bratty Half-Pint: The youngest of the main protagonists, and also the most ill-tempered.

The Gloves Come Off: Once Asura gives the opportunity, she immediately takes a good bite to drink a good amount of her divine blood, turning herself into a Lovecraftian vampire in the Atlantic War.

Celebrity Crush: She has one for Keanu Reeves.

Violently Protective Girlfriend: Attacks anyone stupid enough to threaten Medea and Nicoletta.

Eerie Pale-Skinned Brunette: She goes from Raven Hair, Ivory Skin territory to this once the blood of Asura turns her into a Lovecraftian-level vampire abomination.

The Lancer: To Medea and Nicoletta, though in vastly different ways.

Vampires Are Sex Gods: Miyuuki looks the part but is in fact considered adorable and she's about as "sensual" and "vampish" as a keyboard.

Barbarian Longhair: When she becomes an Undead Abomination during the Atlantic War her hair grows far longer and messier to the point that it looks more like a creepy shadow than hair.

Cute and Psycho: Watch her acting like a sweet high schooler for one minute. Then watch her turn into a ravening monster the next. 

Odd Name Out: She's the only member of the V7D who is not Named After Somebody Famous. (See above).

Pint-Sized Powerhouse: She is physically the smallest member of the V7D (if you don’t count Medea, who's just a centimeter or two taller), but has the rawest strength of anyone on the battlefield. This is further proven when she went toe-to-toe with Freki's wolf pack in a physical fight (though her inexperience does show in the one-on-one fights, as the Tribal Chief demonstrated). It takes a solid hit from Freki's full-fledged wolf form to knock her out.

I Hate You, Vampire Dad: Kind of zig-zagged. Miyuuki is one of the few people her father, Valentino has a remotely good relationship with. Miyuuki genuinely likes her dad even though he's an inhuman monstrosity that sometimes scares the crap out of her, and Valentino appears to have a soft spot for his only child. This doesn't stop her from trying to hunt him down for the V7D's sake.

Red Eyes, Take Warning: The norm for vampires. She does, however, have scarlet red eyes as opposed to Mary and Megan's crimson red eyes, which represents the distinction between the two dhampyrs and the vampire from the V7D.

Order Versus Chaos: She is unpredictable, impulsive, and follows her instincts. This (at first) puts her in continual tension with Medea, who prefers order and everyone sticking to the plan (to which Yuuki seems allergic).

The Baby of the Bunch: The only member of the Squad younger than 20 (She's 19). Though by the end of the first book she is 24.

Dhampir: As the daughter of vampire Valentino Michelangelo Strafford and an unnamed Italian woman. Despite the fact that everyone, including herself, refers to her as a vampire. As the daughter of the Head Nun of the Ancient Church, she is eventually determined to be a full-fledged vampire.

The Big Guy: Yuuki is assigned the role of the team's hitman regardless of the fact that the team has other skills that may be used to greater devastation than hers. While the other members of the V7D have abilities that serve purposes other than warfare, Yuuki's vampirism is applied purely as a combat skill and Yuuki's major role is as the group's enforcer.

Berserker Tears: During her Roaring Rampage of Revenge toward Oceanus' army when she believed Medea died during the War. Unbeknownst to her, Medea was alive, she was just trapped in Asura in the meantime.

Good Feels Good: Like Medea, she comes to this realization, genuinely enjoying human life and trying to take care of the V7D.

Spell my name with an S: Depending on who you ask, her name is written as Miyuuki or Miyūki, and her nickname is either Yūki or Yuuki.

Back-to-Back Badasses: With Quincey. They trust each other implicitly and are familiar with each other's fighting styles, making them a very dangerous combination on the battlefield.

Animorphism: Miyuuki is able to transform into mist and a swarm of bats. She does transform into a wolf when fighting against Freki. Considering this is a classic vampiric ability, this is not too surprising. 

QUINCEYs TV Tropes 

Expy: Was created based on The King of Pop in his younger days. 

The Fighting Narcissist: He's reeeeaaaaallly full of himself.

It's All About Me: His usual motivation, although he does slip into selflessness every now and then.

Boisterous Bruiser: This dude just can't throw down without constantly bragging about his own awesomeness.

Guys Smash, Girls Shoot: Nico's chosen weapon is a summonable Wilson Combat EDC X9, given that she's a gunslinger, while Quincey prefers hand-to-hand combat.

But Not Too Foreign: Half-Sicilian, Half-African (Yoruba, to be precise). 

Lean and Mean: At first, what truly sets Quincey apart is his distinctive physique. His athletic frame is characterized by a lean musculature rather than raw mass, yet he also boasts exceptional height and elongated limbs that further distinguish him.

The Gadfly: Quincey enjoys annoying people, especially Medea. And he's really, really good at it.

Purple Is Powerful: He wears a dark purple bandana with the V7D logo and, much like Medea, purple eyeliner. He's also the ''War'' of the team.

Odd Couple: From a bitter feud to an odd yet true to heart friendship, the relationship between Quincey and Medea undergoes a interesting transformation throughout the story. Quincey goes from opposing everything about Medea to having her as one of his most invested supporters. She even goes as far as assisting him in his training for a rematch with Freki, despite her doubts and, internally, knowing he'd probably never win. On the other hand, Quincey sees Medea as a trusted confidant, someone he can rely on while striving to become a better version of himself. The level of trust they share is truly surprising, with Medea ranking second only to Nicoletta in terms of intimacy in Quincey's life, in a dynamic that for Medea is the closest to having an older brother she's ever had.

The Chew Toy: Quincey always finds himself in the stickiest of situations within the V7D team. If there's danger lurking around the corner, he'll trip over it and fall right into it without fail.

Brooding Boy, Gentle Girl: Is the Brooding Boy to Nico's Gentle Girl.

Hey, You!: At first, he usually only refers to Medea by her monicker and always refuses to use her given name.

Abusive Parents: Quincey doesn't talk about it much, but he's got a serious grudge against bullies. And it's not just because they're jerks, it's personal. See, his old man was a grade-A bully himself, a bitter old man who took out all his frustrations on Quincey when he was growing up.

Campy Combat: He has the over-the-top demeanour like many of The Norrington's Desire characters, wears purple eyeliner and wears custom designer clothing, yet he's the most physical member of the Team in terms of hand to hand combat.

Ambiguously Bi: Even though Quincey's heart may still belong to his ex, Nicoletta, that doesn't deter him from engaging in some cheeky banter with adversaries in battle, regardless of whether they're male or female. Whether it's genuine charm or a strategic move to unsettle them, your guess is as good as mine.

Berserk Button: Initially, the mere existence of the newly crowned Death. Quincey was consistently antagonistic to her in nearly every interaction they have. They get better later.

Knight Templar: Subverted. Under normal circumstances, Quincey can be reasoned with and flexible in his standards. But once you attack his teammates, threaten his country or betray him, the gloves are off.

Agent Peacock: Quincey may look like he just walked out of a fashion magazine, with his stylish clothes, perfect curls, and purple eyeliner, but don't let that fool you. He's a deadly force to be reckoned with, especially if you cross him or mess with his teammates. He's like a fancy sports car - sleek and stylish on the outside, but with a powerful engine under the hood.

Handwraps of Awesome: Uses them during missions, perhaps as a reminder of his days as a boxer.

Embarrassing First Name: Unlike his moniker "Quincey," may seem out of place for a Sicilian young man, his given name is Adewale, which not only confirms his Yoruba heritage but also blends well with his cultural background.

Tall, Dark, and Handsome: Being a 6'5'' hunk with raven hair and a massive Chick Magnet, this is part and parcel.

Action Survivor: Downplayed. Quincey's life as a prizefighter may be behind him, but his fighting spirit remains unbroken. Despite enduring terrible stabbings, gunshots, and beatings over the course of seven years, he always manages to come out alive and ready for the next battle. Regrettably, the intensity of the Atlantic War took its toll on him, leading to his eventual retirement due to the extensive injuries he incurred during the conflict that were added to all the injuries sustained before.

Dislikes the New Girl: As soon as Medea joins the team, Quincey constantly criticizes and distrusts her. But considering Medea was a no-nonsense vigilante looking to bludgeon those she judged as guilty, he had a pretty valid reason to distrust her.

Ho Yay: Dear Lord, the man has chemistry with everyone. Especially his enemies.

Armored Villains, Unarmored Heroes: Inverted. Quincey has worn some type of protective clothing each time he's faced Freki, although Freki normally wears his formal clothes. Quincy is a regular guy, but Freki is a wolf with dragon blood and hence considerably more physically endowed.

Bald of Awesome: He asked Miyuuki to shave his head before the Atlantic War.

The One Guy: Quincey is the only male character playing an active role in the V7D (slightly subverted once Akira joins the group as a Team Pet).

The Big Guy: He's one of his team's heavier hitters and fits since he acts impulsively rather than being wise or clever... most of the time.

Legacy Character: Quincey hails from a lineage deeply rooted in the realm of combat, with a family history that boasts generations of fighters. Both his grandfather and father were entrenched in various combat sports. His grandfather was a prominent figure in the realm of Greco-Roman wrestling, showcasing a mastery of the sport's intricate techniques. On the other hand, his father carved a path as a heavyweight mixed martial artist, displaying prowess in a diverse range of fighting disciplines within the arena of MMA.

Took a Level in Badass: Downplayed. He's a great fighter, yet in their fight, his fists and assaults are generally ineffectual owing to Freki's dragon-like nature. When he is given dragon-like endurance and power armor, he is able to put those skills to good use and become a serious threat to Freki throughout the War. He becomes arrogant and fights him to a standstill, which does nothing to dampen his ambition to beat him in a fair fight.

Jerk with a Heart of Gold: As much of an asshole as he can be, he can still be trusted to do the right thing and shows a softer side with Nicoletta and Yuuki.

Undying Loyalty: Ignoring the romantic aspect, Quincey is completely devoted to Nicoletta and will follow her instructions, even if he may challenge them at first.

Smart Ball: It's hard to argue that Quincey isn't the sharpest tool in the shed. But every so often, he surprises everyone by making the right call, and he's got this handy ability to turn almost anything into a weapon. Believe it or not, even a humble blanket can become a deadly tool in his hands.

In-Series Nickname: Much like the rest of the V7D, his official monicker takes after a Horseman of Apocalypse, in his case, he was named War.

Fights Like a Normal: Quincey is the V7D's outlier; he's got no fancy magic or supernatural skills. Yet, when it comes to good old-fashioned fisticuffs, he's the one you want by your side, and word on the street is he can bench press a truck. Makes you wonder, does he even need magic?

Career-Ending Injury: He retired after the Atlantic War because of a severe neck injury (particularly, a spinal cord injury) he sustained on the battlefield. He sustained a neck injury that only 5% of people recover from, and as a result, he had 16 staples, four screws, and a rod put into his neck.

The Team Normal: Quincey doesn't have any fancy superpowers like the rest of the crew. Nah, he's all about the old-school stuff. He was bred a boxer with loads of training, and that's how he throws down in battles. Just good ol' fists and technique, and that's enough to get the job done!

Made of Iron: Though not to the extent of Medea, Quincey can still take an insane amount of damage and just keep chugging through a fight, usually to the horror of his opponents. This is taken Up To Eleven during the War, when he receives the blessing of Asura, which, among other things, enhances his endurance by providing armour as durable as dragon's scales.

Back-to-Back Badasses: Together, Quincey and Miyuuki have an unspoken bond that allows them to work together seamlessly in combat situations. They have a deep understanding of each other's strengths and weaknesses, which allows them to cover for each other's blind spots and launch coordinated attacks on their enemies. Their trust and confidence in each other make them a deadly duo on the battlefield.

Weak, but Skilled: Downplayed. When compared to his comrades, he has no Underworld Nigh-Impenetrable defence abilities, no vampiric abilities, and no summonable customized gun with endless ammo that can control the shots it fires. He makes up for it with his endurance, determination and training as a prizefighter.

Always Someone Better: Freki du Cronos. Freki's got the size, the strength, the toughness, and he's quick on his feet, just like Quincey. No matter how hard Quincey tries to go toe-to-toe with him, he's always on the edge, resorting to desperate moves like cheap shots and low-blows just to gain some advantage. Even when Quincey manages to hold his ground against Freki, it's like, barely. He can never really claim a solid victory. The only thing that saves Quincey's ass in the Atlantic War is a temporary boost from Asura, giving him a chance to fight the wolf... but it's just a stalemate in the end.

Power Armor: Courtesy of Asura's blessing, he wasted no time in finding Freki to use it against him.

Arch-Enemy: Quincey's defeat against Freki was a brutal blow to his pride, and he struggled to come to terms with it, especially since Miyuuki had also stepped in to help and he was still defeated. In his frustration, he decided to transform his physique from lean muscle to a more powerlifter-like build, hoping to gain an edge in a future rematch with the Head of the du Cronos Dynasty.

Jack of All Stats: He's pretty damn strong, but he's no match for Miyuuki in that department. And he's smart, but nowhere near Medea's detective skills. When it comes to skills, he's good, but not quite up there with Nicoletta. For a while, he was thought to be better than your average human, but then along comes Mia Wilde, another Badass Normal, and she totally outdoes him. So now, he's back to being seen as really competent, but not the absolute best. He finally reclaims the spot from Mia after nearly defeating her.

Empowered Badass Normal: During the War, he receives the blessing of Asura, who is somehow interested in empowering the other V7D members since she also helped Yuuki by giving her some of her blood. The blessing of Asura grants him endurance and strength in dragon territory, as well as very durable armor capable of helping him in his lacking defense department.

Surprisingly Realistic Outcome: Quincey endures intense physical punishment throughout the story, and while he refuses to give up during missions, once the action subsides, it becomes clear that he is the most vulnerable of the V7D. After the Atlantic War, he survives only due to a temporary blessing from Asura, and is left unable to continue fighting, leading to his retirement. It is hinted that without Asura's intervention, Quincey would not have made it out alive.

Colour-Coded Characters: Purple.

Cool Uncle: Quincey is excited to become an awesome uncle to Gerard from the moment he was told Nicoletta was pregnant, and he's ready to teach the little tyke all sorts of questionable things that only a cool uncle can get away with. Sadly, he never got the chance to be one...

Sour Supporter: At first, Quincey and Medea didn't see eye to eye on pretty much anything, but as they spent more time together, and as they were placed as tag team in missions, he started to see her in a different way, leading to the development of an unexpected camaraderie and genuine friendship between them.

Badass Normal: No superpowers whatsoever. Anything he's achieved has come from rigorous boxing training. He's actually the ultimate normal human champ in Norrington's Desire and among the top heavyweight fighters overall. He can take on a bunch of other tough fighters in hand-to-hand combat, from Miyuuki to Mia to Freki. But, mind you, the main reason he can even hold his own against Freki is because Freki holds back a bit with humans. You know, he doesn't want to end up sending someone to the hospital or killing them that fast, so he eases up during the fight to make it more enjoyable. In their first battle, the Tribal Chief shows that Quincey was already done the moment he started trying.

Stout Strength: During the Atlantic War, Quincey goes through a bit of a transformation in terms of his physique. He intentionally ditches the traditional polished muscular hunk look and embraces a heavyset build that you'd typically see on a powerlifter. He's still a massive dude, and his strength is off the charts, but now he's rocking a physique with a bit more body fat compared to his previous six-pack days. Think less defined abs and more of a solid, powerful presence...

• Don't get it wrong, it's not like he just let himself go and got a beer belly as a result. Prior to the War, he sported the conventional appearance of a bodybuilder, with bulging muscles that made a visual impact. ''Visual'' is the key word, as in reality, his strength wasn't as formidable as it is at present. The key difference is that while his overall muscle mass remains consistent, the distribution of this mass has been optimized for the areas that hold greater significance in terms of physical power.

Acrofatic: Any near-300-pounder who can keep up with wolves and vampires, which are very much known as Speedsters, can definitely call himself Acrofatic. It's clear he hasn't sacrificed any speed or vertical jump, despite intentionally increasing his bulk, flawlessly executing athletic maneuvers like moonsaults and kip-ups. Freki confirmed this when they briefly busted heads during the Atlantic War; hitting Quincey's chest now felt like smacking into a solid brick wall. It's enough to break a few human fingers, but for a half-dragon wolf like Freki, it's just enough to make an impact.

Hunk: Before the Atlantic War, Quincey had this total manly charm and physicality going for him. His handsome face, deeply cared-for curls, ripped muscles, and overall pretty boy physique made him a real head-turner wherever he went. But then, in the Atlantic War arc, he embraced a more rugged, lumberjack kind of handsomeness, leaving behind any "pretty boy" appeal.

Real Men Can Cook: Quincey, along with Nicoletta, is responsible of feeding the V7Ds members. He's such a superb cook that when he mistakenly made some chicken wings too spicy, no one could stop eating them.

Big Beautiful Man: During the Atlantic War, he is still rather conventionally attractive in a slightly different way. In contrast to Freki's and Mia's sharper and more marked physique, Quincey is bulkier and barrel-chested.

Anti-Hero: He was rude to his comrade (Medea), leaves a path of destruction in his wake, and doesn't keep many suspects alive, but overall he has a good heart. To be fair, the only character in the V7D who is indeed a true hero rather than an antihero is Nicoletta.

The Brute: Quincey is like a big bicep with legs, but that doesn't mean he's a total airhead. Sure, his thought process might not be as quick as Medea's analytical, crazy-preparedness, or Nico's lightning-fast mind, but he's no slouch in the brains department.

Scary Black Man: He has quite a reputation on the streets. 

Boxing Battler: He's a trained boxer; Nicoletta and Yuuki met him when they attended one of his last matches.

The Worf Effect: Quincey is a fierce and clever fighter, someone you can always rely on to give it his all in a battle... but it's just a matter of time before he ends up getting tossed around like a ragdoll, serving as a means for Nicoletta or Medea to assess the true level of threat posed by their adversary.

• Quincey went up against Freki and let's just say it didn't go well for him. Even with some questionable tactics, like hitting Freki from behind and going low, and with Miyuuki's help, he still got his butt handed to him on a silver platter.
• He was the first one to fight fellow Badass Normal Mia Wilde after tracking the V7D. Despite showcasing superior combat skills, her remarkable speed and the advantage of her powered armor proved to be an overwhelming challenge for him. They had a rematch sometime later, during which he came dangerously close to securing victory, but ultimately his triumph was thwarted by the intervention of Byron, who stepped in to rescue her girlfriend.

Honorary Uncle: Quincey is like a human teddy bear for young Gerard, and he's always ready to put up his dukes if anyone messes with his little buddy.

Combat Pragmatist: Quincy's a down-to-earth guy when it comes to dealing with Freki. He starts things off with a sneak attack from the back, catching the wolf off guard to gain the upper hand. However, it's important to note that Quincy doesn't shy away from confrontation. When directly engaging in combat, he demonstrates he can stand his ground against Freki—just not for long.

Shipper on Deck: After Nico and Quincey break their relationship amicably, he encourages her to hook up with Medea. At first, he's a bit hesitant to support Nico hooking up with her because he still has unresolved feelings for her. But Quincey's a good friend and he cares about them both, so he changes his tune and tells them to go for it. Even when her gal Medea heads off to LA to find Warren Norrington, he's right there for Nico, reminding her to stay hopeful and not lose faith in her girlfriend.