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As a famous explorer, Kelvin has written successful books about his adventures.<ref name=":1">{{VoiceLineCite|name=Dynamo|file=Prof kill kelvin 02.mp3|context=(killed Kelvin)|transcription=It's an awkward time to say this, Kelvin, but I loved your book!}}</ref><ref name=":42">{{ConvoCite|hero1=Kelvin|hero2=Bebop|number=3|hero_quote1=Bebop|quote1=Well, Ms. Shelly loved reading about your adventures. When you disappeared, it was sad thinking about her not being able to read a new one before she died. But now that you're back, let's hope for one more story.|hero_quote2=Kelvin|quote2=There'll be more than one, my friend.}}</ref> One of his past expeditions was located at [[Ixia]].<ref>[[Kelvin/Quotes#Conversations|Kelvin and Mo & Krill conversation]] - {{PageRef|name=Mo & Krill|alt_name=Krill}}: ''"I actually moved quite a few pieces from your Ixian expedition."''</ref>
As a famous explorer, Kelvin has written successful books about his adventures.<ref name=":1">{{VoiceLineCite|name=Dynamo|file=Prof kill kelvin 02.mp3|context=(killed Kelvin)|transcription=It's an awkward time to say this, Kelvin, but I loved your book!}}</ref><ref name=":42">{{ConvoCite|hero1=Kelvin|hero2=Bebop|number=3|hero_quote1=Bebop|quote1=Well, Ms. Shelly loved reading about your adventures. When you disappeared, it was sad thinking about her not being able to read a new one before she died. But now that you're back, let's hope for one more story.|hero_quote2=Kelvin|quote2=There'll be more than one, my friend.}}</ref> One of his past expeditions was located at [[Ixia]].<ref>[[Kelvin/Quotes#Conversations|Kelvin and Mo & Krill conversation]] - {{PageRef|name=Mo & Krill|alt_name=Krill}}: ''"I actually moved quite a few pieces from your Ixian expedition."''</ref>


Kelvin is consistently called an "Ice Wight" due to his undead state.<ref name=":3">{{PageRef|name=Kelvin}}'s [[Kelvin/Quotes#Enemy Heroes|Enemy Hero Interactions]]</ref> Kelvin believes the correct term is "Revenant", although he's unsure if there's really a difference.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Kelvin|hero2=Vindicta|number=1|hero_quote1=Vindicta|quote1=So, you're a wight.|hero_quote2=Kelvin|quote2=Eh, some people say revenant, but... I'm not sure if there's really a difference.}}</ref>
Kelvin is consistently called an "Ice Wight" due to his [[Magical creatures#Undead|undead]] state.<ref name=":3">{{PageRef|name=Kelvin}}'s [[Kelvin/Quotes#Enemy Heroes|Enemy Hero Interactions]]</ref> Kelvin believes the correct term is "Revenant", although he's unsure if there's really a difference.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Kelvin|hero2=Vindicta|number=1|hero_quote1=Vindicta|quote1=So, you're a wight.|hero_quote2=Kelvin|quote2=Eh, some people say revenant, but... I'm not sure if there's really a difference.}}</ref>


Kelvin's ice abilities were created with a mix of science and magic.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Kelvin}}'s in-game [[Kelvin/Quotes#Frost Grenade|voice line]] (upgrade Frost Grenade): ''"I've learned many things in my travels."''</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Kelvin}}'s in-game [[Kelvin/Quotes#Ice Path|voice line]] (upgrade Ice Path): ''"Who knows where the magic ends, and the science begins!"''</ref> They seem unrelated to his glowing rock or undead condition, although he claims to be the only person able to safely use Arctic Beam.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Kelvin}}'s in-game [[Kelvin/Quotes#Arctic Beam|voice line]] (upgrade Arctic Beam): ''"Only I can bear the Arctic chill safely."''</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Kelvin}}'s in-game [[Kelvin/Quotes#Arctic Beam|voice line]] (upgrade Arctic Beam): ''"Being an Ice Wight has its advantages."''</ref> This is due to the fact that Kelvin doesn't get cold anymore.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Kelvin|hero2=Vyper|number=2|hero_quote1=Vyper|quote1=You got any "liquid courage" in that parka of yours? You know, for when it gets cold!|hero_quote2=Kelvin|quote2=I don't get cold anymore.}}</ref>
Kelvin's ice abilities were created with a mix of science and magic.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Kelvin}}'s in-game [[Kelvin/Quotes#Frost Grenade|voice line]] (upgrade Frost Grenade): ''"I've learned many things in my travels."''</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Kelvin}}'s in-game [[Kelvin/Quotes#Ice Path|voice line]] (upgrade Ice Path): ''"Who knows where the magic ends, and the science begins!"''</ref> They seem unrelated to his glowing rock or undead condition, although he claims to be the only person able to safely use Arctic Beam.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Kelvin}}'s in-game [[Kelvin/Quotes#Arctic Beam|voice line]] (upgrade Arctic Beam): ''"Only I can bear the Arctic chill safely."''</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Kelvin}}'s in-game [[Kelvin/Quotes#Arctic Beam|voice line]] (upgrade Arctic Beam): ''"Being an Ice Wight has its advantages."''</ref> This is due to the fact that Kelvin doesn't get cold anymore.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Kelvin|hero2=Vyper|number=2|hero_quote1=Vyper|quote1=You got any "liquid courage" in that parka of yours? You know, for when it gets cold!|hero_quote2=Kelvin|quote2=I don't get cold anymore.}}</ref>
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== Character interactions ==
== Character Interactions ==


* Kelvin understands why {{HeroIcon|Grey Talon}} and {{HeroIcon|Vindicta}} are consumed by rage and is sorry for them, but insists that their rage won't grant them peace.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Grey Talon|hero2=Kelvin|number=1|hero_quote1=Kelvin|quote1=All that rage won't bring your family back.|hero_quote2=Grey Talon|quote2=You don't know me. You don't know my family, and I'm willing to bet you don't know what real loss feels like. So kindly keep your dime store platitudes to yourself.}}</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Kelvin}}'s in-game [[Kelvin/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (killed Grey Talon): ''"I'm sorry for your loss, Talon, but... This isn't going to solve anything."''</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Kelvin}}'s in-game [[Kelvin/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (killed Vindicta): ''"Your cause is just, Vindicta, but your methods..."''</ref><ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Kelvin|hero2=Vindicta|number=3|hero_quote1=Kelvin|quote1=A lust for murder isn't purpose, Vindicta.|hero_quote2=Vindicta|quote2=That's not for you to say, Kelvin. You weren't there.}}</ref>
* Kelvin understands why {{HeroIcon|Grey Talon}} and {{HeroIcon|Vindicta}} are consumed by rage and is sorry for them, but insists that their rage won't grant them peace.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Grey Talon|hero2=Kelvin|number=1|hero_quote1=Kelvin|quote1=All that rage won't bring your family back.|hero_quote2=Grey Talon|quote2=You don't know me. You don't know my family, and I'm willing to bet you don't know what real loss feels like. So kindly keep your dime store platitudes to yourself.}}</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Kelvin}}'s in-game [[Kelvin/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (killed Grey Talon): ''"I'm sorry for your loss, Talon, but... This isn't going to solve anything."''</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Kelvin}}'s in-game [[Kelvin/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (killed Vindicta): ''"Your cause is just, Vindicta, but your methods..."''</ref><ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Kelvin|hero2=Vindicta|number=3|hero_quote1=Kelvin|quote1=A lust for murder isn't purpose, Vindicta.|hero_quote2=Vindicta|quote2=That's not for you to say, Kelvin. You weren't there.}}</ref>

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A famed adventuring scientist, Kelvin made it his life's mission to explore and understand the unknowable. So naturally when rumors surfaced regarding an 8th astral gate hidden in the arctic, Kelvin couldn't build an expedition team fast enough. Assembling the brightest minds of his generation, Kelvin and his team set forth with much fanfare.

They never returned.

A year and a half later the frozen body of Kelvin was found by a fishing trawler, his corpse clutching a rock etched with glowing runes. The crew chipped away at the ice, looking to get a closer look at the body and were shocked when Kelvin opened his eyes. They checked his vitals... there was no pulse. They sought to bandage his open wounds... there was no blood. And yet, impossibly, Kelvin was "alive".

Having no memory of what happened on the expedition, Kelvin is looking for answers.

Overview

Kelvin's motivation and wish in the ritual is to rediscover what happened during the expedition to the Arctic.[1][2]

Biography

As a famous explorer, Kelvin has written successful books about his adventures.[3][4] One of his past expeditions was located at Ixia.[5]

Kelvin is consistently called an "Ice Wight" due to his undead state.[6] Kelvin believes the correct term is "Revenant", although he's unsure if there's really a difference.[7]

Kelvin's ice abilities were created with a mix of science and magic.[8][9] They seem unrelated to his glowing rock or undead condition, although he claims to be the only person able to safely use Arctic Beam.[10][11] This is due to the fact that Kelvin doesn't get cold anymore.[12]

Personality

Kelvin exhibits a boastful personality.[13][14] He seems to have a reputation for being a little judgmental.[15]

Kelvin allegedly wrestles with a lot of guilt about the expedition.[16] He's been meeting with family members of his crewmates who never returned from it.[17] Despite the guilt, Kelvin remains optimistic about the ritual and his future.[18][19]

Kelvin views his undead state as a gift.[20]

Information

The OSIC want to ask Kelvin questions about his undead condition.[21]

Kelvin hasn't taken off his parka since the expedition just in case the glowing rock strapped to his body is the only thing keeping him alive.[22]

Kelvin likes to drink single malt Scotch.[23][24] He used to frequent Jezebel's before his Arctic expedition.[25]

Kelvin's parka smells.[26][27]

Character Relationships

Ettrick

One of Kelvin's old friends was someone named "Ettrick", who Kelvin pushed away due to Ettrick's ambitions.[28] At the fundraiser for Kelvin's Arctic expedition, Ettrick "made a scene". When Kelvin returned from the expedition, he tried to find Ettrick but couldn't.[29] Kelvin seems remorseful about Ettrick, and believes that "if someone's going to kill him, it's going to be Ettrick".[30][31]

Seven

Seven has a one-sided hatred towards Kelvin for unknown reasons.[32][33][34]

Kelvin thinks Seven "seems familiar".[35] When being healed by Kelvin, Seven is reminded of "old times".[36]

Both Seven and Kelvin have an interest on researching Astral Gates.[37][38]

Seven believes Kelvin has a bigger ego than Lash.[39]

A likely possibility is that Seven is Kelvin's old friend Ettrick. This is supported by one of Seven's lines to Kelvin that mirrors one of Kelvin's lines about Ettrick.[40][41] Kelvin pushed Ettrick away due to his "ambition", which aligns with Seven's ambition to achieve apotheosis.[42] Seven also believes that mentors "use the young to achieve glories they could not achieve on their own", possibly referring to Kelvin.[43]

Dynamo

Dynamo and Kelvin are friends. They last saw each other at the Black Château, before Kelvin disappeared.[44]

Dynamo is a fan of Kelvin's books.[45]

Dynamo sometimes refers to Kelvin as "Kevin".[46]

Lady Geist

Kelvin's Arctic expedition was funded by Lady Geist.[47][48] Lady Geist takes great offense if Kelvin is on the enemy team.[49][50]

Victor

Kelvin and Victor promised each other that they'd stick together, as they're both walking corpses.[51][52]

-Paige(?)

-Paradox(?)

-Graves(?)

-McGinnis(?)

Character Interactions

References

  1. ↑ Hidden KingHidden King's in-game voice line (Kelvin start): "You have many questions that only the Hidden King can provide. Complete the ritual, and find the truth you seek."
  2. ↑ Kelvin And Wraith Conversation 2
  3. ↑ Dynamo's in-game voice line (killed Kelvin) - "It's an awkward time to say this, Kelvin, but I loved your book!"
  4. ↑ Kelvin And Bebop Conversation 3 - "Well, Ms. Shelly loved reading about your adventures. When you disappeared, it was sad thinking about her not being able to read a new one before she died. But now that you're back, let's hope for one more story." - "There'll be more than one, my friend."
  5. ↑ Kelvin and Mo & Krill conversation - Mo & KrillKrill: "I actually moved quite a few pieces from your Ixian expedition."
  6. ↑ KelvinKelvin's Enemy Hero Interactions
  7. ↑ Kelvin And Vindicta Conversation 1 - "So, you're a wight." - "Eh, some people say revenant, but... I'm not sure if there's really a difference."
  8. ↑ KelvinKelvin's in-game voice line (upgrade Frost Grenade): "I've learned many things in my travels."
  9. ↑ KelvinKelvin's in-game voice line (upgrade Ice Path): "Who knows where the magic ends, and the science begins!"
  10. ↑ KelvinKelvin's in-game voice line (upgrade Arctic Beam): "Only I can bear the Arctic chill safely."
  11. ↑ KelvinKelvin's in-game voice line (upgrade Arctic Beam): "Being an Ice Wight has its advantages."
  12. ↑ Kelvin And Vyper Conversation 2 - "You got any "liquid courage" in that parka of yours? You know, for when it gets cold!" - "I don't get cold anymore."
  13. ↑ Kelvin's in-game voice line - "Don't feel bad, my friend. No one is better than me."
  14. ↑ Kelvin's in-game voice line - "If you're going to lose, at least you lost to the best, yes?"
  15. ↑ Kelvin And Vyper Conversation 1
  16. ↑ The DoormanThe Doorman's in-game voice line (taunt Kelvin): "You wrestle with so much guilt. The things you know you did and, even more horrifying, the things you forgot. But at The Baroness, you don’t need to worry about Ettrick or the expedition. Let me lighten the load."
  17. ↑ KelvinKelvin's in-game voice line (unselect): "I need to see the families of my crewmates."
  18. ↑ Kelvin And Abrams Conversation 1 - "If we work together, victory is assured." - "You're... the most confident dead man I've ever met." - "My friend, the grave has no time for pessimism."
  19. ↑ Kelvin And Bebop Conversation 3 - "Well, Ms. Shelly loved reading about your adventures. When you disappeared, it was sad thinking about her not being able to read a new one before she died. But now that you're back, let's hope for one more story." - "There'll be more than one, my friend."
  20. ↑ Kelvin And Victor Conversation 1 - "You have no issues with being a grotesque mirror of humanity?" - "My friend... We were gifted unnatural life. Don't squander it. Travel. Write a book! Find love."
  21. ↑ Kelvin And Haze Conversation 2 - "The OSIC have questions about your condition." - "Is this a friendly request for a chat, or a threat?" - "It's the federal government, why not both?"
  22. ↑ Kelvin And Lash Conversation 2 - "I died in the Arctic." - "That keep you from changing your clothes?" - "This glowing rock could be the only thing keeping me alive, so I'm not risking taking it off."
  23. ↑ Kelvin's in-game voice line (Concerned) - "Well, if things go wrong, there's always Scotch!"
  24. ↑ Kelvin's in-game voice line (select) - "It may be the single malt but, I'm feeling very optimistic."
  25. ↑ Kelvin And Infernus Conversation 1 - "Good to see that Jezebel's is still up and running."
  26. ↑ CelesteCeleste's in-game voice line (killed Kelvin): "I could smell that parka a mile away."
  27. ↑ MinaMina's in-game voice line (killed Kelvin): "He smelled disgusting."
  28. ↑ The DoormanThe Doorman's in-game voice line (taunt Kelvin): "You pushed away Ettrick for his ambitions, yet remained a slave to your own."
  29. ↑ Kelvin And Lady Geist Conversation 3 - "Whatever happened to your friend that cause a scene at your fundraiser? His name was... Edward? Edgar, something like that?" - "Ettrick. (...) I don't know. I tried to find him when I returned to New York, but it's like he's vanished."
  30. ↑ Kelvin And Lady Geist Conversation 3 - "Well, he was rather rude. So I say "good riddance"." - "I wish I could share that sentiment."
  31. ↑ Kelvin's in-game voice line (revenge kill) - "If someone's going to kill me, it's going to be Ettrick, not you."
  32. ↑ Seven's in-game voice line (killed Kelvin) - "It was always going to come down to you and me, Kelvin."
  33. ↑ Kelvin And Seven Conversation 1
  34. ↑ Kelvin And Seven Conversation 2 - "Don't worry Kelvin, I won't let you die." - "Heh, I thought you hated me." - "I do. But if anyone is going to kill you, it's going to be me."
  35. ↑ Kelvin's in-game voice line (killed Seven) - "He seemed... familiar."
  36. ↑ Seven's in-game voice line (healed by Kelvin) - "Like old times, eh Kelvin?"
  37. ↑ Seven And Dynamo Conversation 2 - "I'm a fan of your work, Professor." - "I am... flattered and horrified in equal measure." - "Your research into the Astral Gates paved the way for my own. In my rare moments of doubt, sometimes I even wonder if I would have become the man I am were it not for you."
  38. ↑ Kelvin's backstory - "A famed adventuring scientist, Kelvin made it his life’s mission to explore and understand the unknowable. So naturally when rumors surfaced regarding an 8th astral gate hidden in the arctic, Kelvin couldn’t build an expedition team fast enough."
  39. ↑ Seven's in-game voice line (killed Lash) - "His ego is almost as big as Kelvin's."
  40. ↑ Kelvin And Seven Conversation 2 - "Don't worry Kelvin, I won't let you die." - "Heh, I thought you hated me." - "I do. But if anyone is going to kill you, it's going to be me."
  41. ↑ Kelvin's in-game voice line (revenge kill) - "If someone's going to kill me, it's going to be Ettrick, not you."
  42. ↑ The DoormanThe Doorman's in-game voice line (taunt Kelvin): "You pushed away Ettrick for his ambitions, yet remained a slave to your own."
  43. ↑ Seven And Graves Conversation 2 - "No, because mentors only teach what they want you to learn. They are craven and use the young to live glories they could not achieve on their own."
  44. ↑ Dynamo And Kelvin Conversation 1
  45. ↑ DynamoDynamo's in-game voice line (killed Kelvin): "It's an awkward time to say this, Kelvin, but I love your book."
  46. ↑ DynamoDynamo's in-game voice line (ping see Kelvin): "I see Kevin!"
  47. ↑ Lady Geist And Kelvin Conversation 1 - "I never got to say thank you for you patronage, Lady Geist." - "Sarcasm doesn't suit you, Kelvin." - "I'm serious! Obviously, the expedition didn't go as planned, but we wouldn't have had the opportunity were it not for your funding."
  48. ↑ Lady GeistLady Geist's in-game voice line (killed Kelvin): "Consider this the official removal of my funding."
  49. ↑ Lady GeistLady Geist's in-game voice line (kill Kelvin): "Fighting for them?! After everything I have done for you?!"
  50. ↑ Lady GeistLady Geist's in-game voice line (kill Kelvin): "How dare you oppose me, Kelvin!"
  51. ↑ VictorVictor's in-game voice line (Killed Kelvin): "So much for the dead sticking together."
  52. ↑ KelvinKelvin's in-game voice line (Killed Victor): "I was hoping us corpses could stick together."
  53. ↑ Grey Talon And Kelvin Conversation 1 - "All that rage won't bring your family back." - "You don't know me. You don't know my family, and I'm willing to bet you don't know what real loss feels like. So kindly keep your dime store platitudes to yourself."
  54. ↑ KelvinKelvin's in-game voice line (killed Grey Talon): "I'm sorry for your loss, Talon, but... This isn't going to solve anything."
  55. ↑ KelvinKelvin's in-game voice line (killed Vindicta): "Your cause is just, Vindicta, but your methods..."
  56. ↑ Kelvin And Vindicta Conversation 3 - "A lust for murder isn't purpose, Vindicta." - "That's not for you to say, Kelvin. You weren't there."
  57. ↑ Kelvin And Mo & Krill Conversation 2 - "Your friendship is inspiring to behold."
  58. ↑ Paradox And Kelvin Conversation 1 - "Goes to say, we definitely planned on robbing you during the ritual, but my colleague may or may not have broken into your home yet."
  59. ↑ Kelvin And Paradox Conversation 3 - "You... Know you're held in high regard by Paradox, right?"
  60. ↑ ApolloApollo's in-game voice line (killed Kelvin): "I've read stories about you, Kelvin... you fell a little short of the legend."
  61. ↑ Dynamo's in-game voice line (killed Kelvin) - "It's an awkward time to say this, Kelvin, but I loved your book!"
  62. ↑ GravesGraves' in-game voice line (killed Kelvin): "I read a lot about him. He seemed cool."
  63. ↑ Kelvin And Bebop Conversation 3 - "Well, Ms. Shelly loved reading about your adventures. When you disappeared, it was sad thinking about her not being able to read a new one before she died. But now that you're back, let's hope for one more story." - "There'll be more than one, my friend."
  64. ↑ Kelvin conversations
  65. ↑ PaigePaige's in-game voice line (Killed Kelvin): "I know they say you "don't meet your heroes" and he tried to kill me, but... I don't care! Kelvin. Is. Great!"
  66. ↑ PaigePaige's in-game voice line (Killed Kelvin): "This will make the next book signing a little awkward!"
  67. ↑ McGinnis's in-game voice line (killed Kelvin) - "Took out Kevin- Kelvin. His name's Kelvin. I'm gonna get that right next time."
  68. ↑ McGinnis's in-game voice line - "I took out that... guy whose name I always get wrong."
  69. ↑ Kelvin And McGinnis Conversation 2
  70. ↑ GravesGraves' in-game voice line (killed Kelvin): "I bet my mentor would love to get her hands on that stone."
  71. ↑ GravesGraves' in-game voice line (killed Kelvin): "I might be able to help you, Kelvin... not today, obviously, because I killed you, but in the future!"
  72. ↑ RemRem's in-game voice line (killed Kelvin): "He smells like nice s'mores."
  73. ↑ RemRem's in-game voice line (killed Seven): "He smells like evil s'mores."
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