Someone in Corvo’s past was killed and he has vowed to avenge their death. Should the object of his vengeance be discovered, he is likely to do whatever he can to exact revenge, no matter the cost.

Corvo's life is filled with training and learning for all sorts of situations, from the mind-numbingly normal to the utterly bizarre. As such, Corvo has developed into a rather resourceful individual. This has made Corvo a mix of academic and scholar, always with something to offer to any discussion. However, knowledge and training does not always translate well to the tense environment of the battlefield, and no amount of textbooks can prepare one for reality...

All who gain power are afraid to lose it, and Corvo is no exception. Some use their power for good, some for evil; Corvo, however, knows that these are just points of view. He is on a quest for greater power, and uses all his skills and abilities to ensure his supremacy, regardless of the consequences.

The Sith rely on their passions to give them strength. Corvo thinks inwards, only of things that matter to him, and always does what is in his best interests. He feels nothing about hurting others, or exploiting opportunities, and believes himself to be special, and above all others.

Through careful study and dedication to isolated martial-combat, Corvo has turned the act of dueling into an art form. A keen eye and attention to detail allows him the ability to learn their opponent's idiosyncrasies while fighting. Corvo then uses his own skills to capitalize on the opponent's weakness. Because of this calculated approach to isolated duels, Corvo has a harder time taking on multiple opponents at once at higher skill levels.

Corvo seems to get his thrills, perhaps sadistic ones at that, from toying with his opponents. Some are content with simply striking down or injuring their opponent, but that is not enough for Corvo. No, he wishes to see his enemy descend into madness or kneel before him as a blathering mess; or even better, as a fresh new servant with a muddled mind. The Puppeteer usually forsakes outright hurting and maiming his opponent and focuses on illusions, mind tricks, and other wicked means of destroying a person.