Damian Desmond is the second son of Donovan Desmond, chairman of Ostania's National Unity Party, and Melinda Desmond. His older brother, Demetrius Desmond, holds Imperial Scholar status at Eden Academy. Damian himself attends Eden Academy as a first-year student in Cecile Hall, Class 3, sharing the classroom with Anya Forger. He possesses short dark brown hair, hazel eyes, light skin, and notably long lower eyelashes inherited from his mother. Damian typically wears the standard Eden Academy uniform with striped socks and black shoes, occasionally appearing in casual clothes featuring a white vest bearing a golden "D" emblem. Anya Forger's telepathic perception sometimes distorts his appearance comically. Damian initially projects an arrogant and condescending demeanor, insisting peers call him "Lord Damian" due to his family's political standing. This behavior stems from intense pressure to meet high familial expectations, particularly his father's neglect and his drive to match Demetrius's academic success. He believes achieving Imperial Scholar rank will win Donovan's approval, leading him to prioritize academics over friendships and view others as obstacles unless useful. Beneath this facade, Damian harbors deep-seated insecurities and low self-esteem, fearing his family considers him a failure. Moments of vulnerability surface, like tearful relief when Melinda retrieves him after a bus hijacking, and he actively hides perceived weaknesses from Donovan. Academically, Damian excels in History, earning Stella Stars for top scores—including a 94 on the midterm and the highest grade in term finals. However, he struggles in Language Studies due to poor vocabulary, resulting in his placement in Class F with Anya. His competitive nature fuels self-devised study techniques like "Lightning Note-Taking." Outside academics, he shows physical endurance, nearly surviving a dodgeball match against larger opponents, and employs whimsical "special moves" such as the "Desmond-Style Rolling Sweep" for cleaning and the "Paradise Fist" to manage jealousy. Key weaknesses include scoleciphobia (fear of worms) and difficulty processing complex emotions healthily. His relationship with Anya Forger evolves significantly. After she punches him for bullying her during orientation, he develops an unacknowledged crush, leading to flustered denials and heightened embarrassment around her. Despite this, he demonstrates protectiveness: shielding her from a dodgeball, defending her against rumors about her first Stella Star, and demanding terrorists transfer her bomb to him during the bus hijacking. These actions reveal an underlying capacity for self-sacrifice and empathy, though he often masks these traits to maintain his aristocratic image. Family dynamics heavily shape Damian's actions. Donovan remains emotionally distant, offering rare praise only after Damian's encounter with Loid Forger. Melinda exhibits conflicting feelings, alternating between concern and detachment, and maintains a separate residence. Demetrius treats Damian with cold indifference, dismissing his attempts at camaraderie. This strained environment causes Damian to avoid home life, confiding instead in his butler, Jeeves, who encourages reconciliation with Melinda and facilitates Damian's outings. Speculation exists about Jeeves's potential familial ties to Melinda, though unconfirmed. Damian's desire for parental affection is evident when he asks Melinda not to tell Donovan about his tears after the hijacking. Across various events, Damian's character shows gradual maturation. He forges genuine friendships with classmates Emile and Ewen, shares moments of ordinary childhood enjoyment, and exhibits leadership during group activities like an archaeological dig. His third Stella Star, earned for academic achievement, coincides with ongoing emotional conflicts, particularly his unresolved feelings for Anya and persistent familial pressures.