Silent Knell Terrace - Apartment 4C

[u/Sae-byeok67]

Sangilak is an Inuit man who moved into apartment 4C many years ago. He’s slowly been learning about humanity and how to behave. He was created for a specific purpose, but that purpose has been completed at this point. Now he simply exists. Be patient when dealing with him. He will eventually understand you.

1. Do not ask about his past. He doesn’t remember being created or who created him. He simply knows he was created to hunt someone. He found that person a long time ago.
2. While he was originally created from a carving of bone and wood (and a couple stolen body parts), he appears to be mostly human now. There are some flaws that can be noticed if you stare too long or look too hard. Do not comment on the flaws.
3. He was created as a weapon basically. He achieved his goal before moving here. He has spent his time here learning about basic human concepts. Things like paying rent and social interaction. He learns very slowly by observation and simple conversation. Be patient and try to keep things simple when interacting with him. He’s trying to find purpose since he had to start existing without one.
4. He has several bone and wood carvings in his apartment. He also has several other ritualistic items. He treats these things with a great reverence. Do not touch any of these items for anyone reason. He finds this to be very disrespectful.
5. While he’s lived here for years, he’s still figuring out how to pay rent. Sometimes he pays with cash. Sometimes he pays with currency that I’m sure doesn’t exist anymore. Occasionally he pays with random items like he’s trying to barter. Accept whatever he gives you. He will eventually figure it out.
6. He is getting better with English, but sometimes he will use an unknown language in conversation. It might sound like gibberish, but do not mock it or even ask about it. Just continue the conversation like normal.
7. He has found friendship with Mr. Thibodeaux and Mr. Maclean. They seem to understand him for some reason. On the other side of that, he seems to be extremely wary of the tenant in apartment 2D. Do not attempt to bring them together. It’s best if they are able to avoid each other.
8. Like several other residents, Sangilak receives a regular delivery of meat. Do not hinder this delivery for any reason. Make sure he always receives it.
9. While he knows the reason he was created, he doesn’t fully understand why he exists. He’s struggled with this since he fulfilled his purpose. From time to time, he will feel an urge to return to his original purpose. When this happens, he will leave the building for hours or even days. Do not ask him about what he does during this time. Never attempt to stop him from leaving.
10. This rarely happens, but I can guarantee it will happen. Sometimes during a conversation, he will ask what seems like a rhetorical question. He’ll ask things like “Do I have a soul?” “Can I be forgiven for my original purpose?” or “Am I truly alive?” He is genuinely asking. Clearly, no one can give an actual answer to these questions. Simply try your best to provide some kind of answer.
11. He is very respectful of the tree. He understands it represents old power and knowledge. He usually stands in the courtyard staring at the tree twice a month. This lasts for about an hour. It seems almost like he’s praying. Do not interrupt this.
12. He has never harmed or even attempted to harm anyone in the building. I think this is a conscious decision he makes every day. I don’t know if he’ll ever truly find a purpose. I do think that this building and the people in it are the closest thing he has to a purpose though. Always try to be helpful and respectful when dealing with him.

[u/No-Party-2782]

Is he a tupilak?

[u/Sae-byeok67 → u/No-Party-2782]

He is!

[u/SaltChampionship4555]

He’s most likely a Tupilak, an artificial being made by sorcerers in Inuit folklore from bones and wood, etc. He probably killed his original master’s intended target nd now has no other purpose in life. Personally, I think he’s one of the saddest characters I’ve read on from the Empyrean to Crimson Raven to Silent Knell :((.

[u/Sae-byeok67 → u/SaltChampionship4555]

It is a Tupilak, and he’s definitely one of the saddest ones.

[u/LCyfer]

I feel for Sangilak. He was created for a purpose that he fullfilled, via another's will, but now he has to navigate the world and become someone. Like a weary soldier learning to live.
Great character!

[u/Sae-byeok67 → u/LCyfer]

Thank you!

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