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### Character Design Bio: Elegant Squid Hunter

**Name:** (Pending)

**Appearance:**
The squid hunter is the epitome of grace and sophistication. She stands at an elegant height, her posture upright and commanding. Her long, flowing hair is a deep shade of black with subtle blue undertones, reminiscent of ocean waves. She often wears it styled in soft waves or an intricate updo to maintain her refined appearance. Her sharp, calculating eyes are a piercing sea green, reminiscent of the deep ocean depths.

Her attire is a blend of practicality and high fashion, designed for both the hunt and for making an impression. She wears a tailored, dark navy trench coat, which reaches just below her knees. The coat is embroidered with delicate silver threads that mimic the patterns of squid tentacles, an homage to her quarry. Beneath it, she sports a fitted black bodice with silver clasps, accentuating her figure. The bodice is paired with sleek, high-waisted trousers of the finest fabric, giving her freedom of movement while maintaining a dignified appearance.

On her feet, she wears dark leather boots with pointed toes, elegant yet functional, ideal for both traversing rough terrain and standing poised. Around her neck, she wears a silver necklace with a small, intricate squid-shaped pendant, a symbol of her relentless pursuit of the creatures.

Her accessories are minimal but carefully chosen—gloves that reach just above the wrist, embroidered with fine patterns that seem to shimmer like the ocean's surface under the moonlight, and a silver ring shaped like a tentacle, symbolizing her connection to her hunt.

**Personality:**
Though outwardly composed and polite, the squid hunter carries an air of quiet arrogance. Her initial frustration with Squid Girl's animosity towards her gradually turns into satisfaction, as she relishes the rivalry and uses it to fuel her pride. She finds Squid Girl’s hatred an acknowledgment of her power and skill, feeding her need for validation.

The squid hunter is not afraid of Squid Girl's abilities. Instead, she treats the young invader with calculated indifference, fully aware of her potential but never allowing herself to be intimidated. In fact, she harbors a secret plan to neutralize Squid Girl—preparing a concoction of nightmare gas designed to haunt Squid Girl’s sleep, should the day come when Squid Girl manages to defeat her. This twisted sense of control, knowing she could invade Squid Girl’s dreams even after death, speaks to her cold, methodical nature.

**Equipment:**
- **Squid Hunter's Net:** A finely crafted, lightweight net with a unique weave, designed to capture the squids she hunts. It’s strong enough to trap her prey but delicate enough not to damage it, reflecting her desire to maintain control over her hunts.
- **Nightmare Gas:** A secret weapon she is refining—a gas that causes vivid, disturbing nightmares. The gas is stored in small vials that she keeps hidden in her coat, ready to be used if necessary.

**Relationship with Squid Girl:**
At first, the squid hunter’s relationship with Squid Girl is one of mutual disdain, with Squid Girl viewing her as an enemy of the ocean. However, as Squid Girl's hatred grows, the squid hunter becomes more aware of the emotional leverage it gives her. She may not openly admit it, but she enjoys the rivalry. It stokes her sense of superiority and feeds into her desire for dominance. The squid hunter is determined to outwit Squid Girl at every turn, all while keeping the upper hand, and even if Squid Girl manages to strike her down, she’s already taken steps to haunt her forever.

**Aura:** There is an air of quiet menace around her, a sense that she is always calculating her next move. Her elegance masks the sharpness of her mind, and beneath her poised exterior lies a woman who is willing to use any means necessary to achieve her goals—whether that means hunting down a creature of the sea or ensuring she remains in control, even in death.

This elegant squid hunter’s ultimate goal is to make Squid Girl regret underestimating her, but more than that, she seeks to be remembered as a force of nature in her own right—one that Squid Girl could never truly defeat.