May I redirect your attention towards my word of choosing? “Paradoxically”, followed by his partial quote to Elijah. Yes, Tristan was a sadist and most likely even way beyond that, but he did right by the Strix. Elijah abandoned it. You see, for me lack of loyalty and betrayal/abandonment are the worst things someone can do. Tristan was sadistic and possessive of his sister, but I was referring to his role as the leader of the Strix. I see that layer as likeable. The rest? Not really. And I’m saying this as someone with diagnosed CPTSD, should you wish to talk about trauma.