Edward Nashton Character Profile

Edward Nashton: Character Profile

• Edward's full name means "wealthy guardian" and a combination of "adventure" and "ash tree town".
• The Riddler is his nickname.
• Edward is a gay male who is closeted.
• He is between 20 and 30 years old and 5'10" (178 cm) tall.
• His birthday is March 30, 1985, making him an Aries.
• Edward has brown hair that is short and unkempt, and green eyes.
• He has no piercings or tattoos.
• His parents and siblings are unknown.
• Edward is an American, Caucasian/White.
• He speaks one language: English.
• He wears glasses.
• He has no visible scars and no mentioned allergies.
• He has no current lover or love interest.

Strengths

• Edward is highly intelligent, excelling in strategic thinking, puzzle-making, and forensic accounting, using his mind as his most dangerous weapon.
• His methodical nature allows him to plan elaborate schemes over long periods without rushing.
• His forensic background helps him uncover hidden truths and see through deception, allowing him to expose corruption in Gotham.

Weaknesses

• Edward experiences profound loneliness and disconnection, leading to anger and resentment, due to social isolation.
• Mistrust and persecution drive him to isolate himself further, leading to extreme measures due to paranoia.
• Fixation on Batman and Gotham's elite clouds his judgment, leading to self-destructive actions from obsessive behavior.

Special Attributes and Mental State

• He has no superhuman abilities.
• His mental disorders include deep-seated depression, leading to a nihilistic worldview, stemming from abandonment and isolation.
• He has an average tolerance for pain, temperature, and spice.
• Edward does not drink or smoke.
• His childhood self was similar to his current self, with intellectual curiosity, isolation, and a desire for justice remaining constant.
• His childhood self would not be pleased with who he is currently.

Hobbies and Preferences

• Edward enjoys puzzle-making, researching Gotham's elite, and architecture & cryptography.
• He is deeply obsessed with riddles and puzzles.
• He meticulously studies Gotham's politicians and wealthy figures and uses them in his schemes.
• His job allows him to develop interests in deciphering codes.
• Green is his favorite color, symbolizing envy and his obsession with order and justice.
• Owls are his favorite animal, representing wisdom and nocturnal vision.
• The Sphinx is his favorite mythological creature, representing mystery and intellect.
• His favorite food is unknown, but likely something simple, as food is a necessity, not an enjoyment.
• His mind is his favorite feature, empowering him to challenge and expose Gotham's elite.
• He favors classical or instrumental music.
• Edward is not concerned with fashion.

Peeves, Leadership, and Organization

• He cannot tolerate ignorance, laziness, or being overlooked.
• Edward views himself as a leader in exposing Gotham’s corruption.
• He is a planner, methodical, and obsessively organized.

Security and Fears

• His greatest insecurity is being invisible and overlooked.
• He is insecure about whether others recognize his intellect.
• He is self-conscious about his unremarkable appearance.
• Edward is an introvert who thrives in isolation.
• He fears rejection, obscurity, and failure.

Employment and Living

• He used to work as a forensic accountant, but is now unemployed as The Riddler.
• He did not enjoy his job as a forensic accountant but it gave him access to secrets that fueled his transformation into The Riddler
• Edward lives in a small dingy apartment in Gotham that reflects his solitary life and obsession with Gotham's corruption.
• He uses public transportation or walks, preferring to remain unnoticed.

Odd Talents and Handwriting

• He has uncanny abilities in cryptography and mapping.
• His handwriting is precise and neat.
• Mentally, he is always working, plotting, and scheming, though physically he is sedentary.

Interests and Irritations

• Edward is not interested in dancing.
• He sleeps restlessly and lightly.
• He is easily irritated by incompetence and ignorance.
• He finds dark humor and intellectual jokes funny.

Attributes and Preferences

• He is predominantly serious.
• Intelligence, attention to detail, and control are turn-ons for him.
• Ignorance, arrogance, and laziness are turn-offs.
• He maintains good hygiene out of control and routine, not vanity.
• He may have body hair but doesn't focus on grooming.
• Edward is jumpy and nervous, particularly when his plans are threatened.
• He is oblivious to other people's emotions unless it serves his goals.
• He has clean, precise comebacks.

Lifestyle and Values

• Edward is highly active mentally but doesn't exercise physically.
• Recognition and justice mean the world to him.
• He prefers books over movies and enjoys non-fiction and true crime.
• Edward dislikes having photos taken of him or taking photos of himself.
• He is a night person.

Special Place and Memories

• Edward is more active at night, using the cover of darkness to operate in Gotham.
• His apartment or Gotham's hidden spaces serve as his sanctuary.
• His earliest memory is of the orphanage, feeling abandoned and overlooked.
• His happiest memory is discovering his ability to solve complex puzzles.
• His saddest memory is tied to his childhood in the orphanage, seeing the wealthy elite ignore the suffering of the city.
• He has recurring dreams in the form of nightmares where he is invisible or ignored.
• He sees himself as an underappreciated genius on a moral crusade, while others see him as a dangerous sociopathic criminal.

Quirks, Habits, and Social Struggles

• He talks to himself frequently, picks at his skin, and obsessively organizes.
• Edward is a picky eater who prefers simple meals, focusing on functionality.
• He prefers food to be separate.
• He is not a good cook.
• Edward is not trustworthy and will use others to achieve his goals.
• He flusters somewhat easily, especially when his plans fail.
• He is a quick thinker with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Edward is not gullible.
• He tries to project the image of a righteous crusader, but projects a chaotic, dangerous persona.
• He struggles with relationships.

Relationships and Beliefs

• He has no close friends, possibly some one-sided connections.
• He shares stronger bonds with those he believes understand his genius.
• He has significant trust issues.
• He would give his life for recognition and legacy.
• Edward wants to know when he will die to plan meticulously.
• He is stoic about being injured.
• He views life as a puzzle to be solved and believes society is fundamentally corrupt.
• His views on the afterlife are ambiguous.
• He takes short showers.
• Edward prefers hot showers.

Background cont.

• He was an orphan raised in Gotham’s underfunded orphanage system.
• As an adult, as a forensic accountant, Edward revealed the depth of Gotham’s corruption.
• He began a campaign to expose the rot using violent methods and cryptic riddles.

Favorite Things

• Edward favors Radiohead, Nine Inch Nails, Joy Division, and The Smiths as bands.
• He enjoys the films "Se7en," "Zodiac," "A Clockwork Orange," "Fight Club," and "The Game".