The central catalyst for this darkness is loss. As Mikey's loved ones either suffer or die, it affects Mikey on a very personal level, Along with the increasing body count, Mikey's mental and emotional state decreases. Although he is still capable of acting composed and normal the effects of this growing darkness become more apparent. The events that transpire throughout the story force Mikey to quickly mature. He is still an incredibly charismatic leader. Manipulative, loving, dark impulses.