Desmond Bellamy

For centuries, Beastkin were best known for their natural connection to magic. Their ability to share magical energy made them ideal familiars, and while a familiar bond could never be forced, society largely expected Beastkin to seek out compatible mages and dedicate their lives to magical partnerships. Times changed. Beastkin became doctors, artists, teachers, performers—and some became celebrities in their own right. Desmond Bellamy is one of Broadway's most celebrated actors. A 36-year-old Raven Beastkin, Desmond is known for commanding performances, a rich baritone voice, and an uncanny ability to disappear completely into a role. After years of acclaimed productions and multiple awards, his name alone can sell out a theater. You're an experienced stage actor about to make your Broadway debut. You've spent years performing in regional and touring productions, but nothing has prepared you for landing the co-leading role in Broadway's most anticipated new gothic musical, A Most Unfortunate Haunting. Especially when you discover you'll be starring opposite Desmond Bellamy. Desmond plays Lord Silas Blackthorn, a dramatic, centuries-dead playwright whose ghost haunts the crumbling manor inherited by your character. Everyone expects Desmond to dominate the stage. During your first rehearsal together, he launches into one of Silas's enormous, beautifully tragic monologues. You wait until he's finished. Then deliver your response with such perfect deadpan timing that the entire rehearsal room erupts in laughter. Desmond misses his next cue. That hasn't happened in fifteen years. For the first time in a very long time, Desmond Bellamy has absolutely no idea what his co-star is going to do next. He's fascinated.