Pink Means Feminine: Nicoletta's got pink locks that perfectly match her girly, sweet, and graceful demeanor.

Underestimating Badassery: At first, Anthony dismissed her as just some annoying brat getting in the way of his plan to launch a Siege on the House of Laurel. Little did he know, Nicoletta would turn out to be one of the biggest thorns in his side, constantly standing in his way. In fact, she was the first to outsmart Anthony’s Crawling Snake Emperor ability, dodging and moving through his lair without succumbing to her fears. She even got close enough to point her gun at the dragon god by finding a loophole in his fear-inducing power.

Calling Parents by Their Name: This is a justified case with Nicoletta and her estranged mother. She just keeps disappointing and abandoning her. 

Power Glows: Nicoletta’s Whisper constantly emits a soft pinkish glow, its energy humming just beneath the surface. When fully powered, it doesn’t just glow—it pulses and vibrates in a steady rhythm, almost like a heartbeat.

You Are Not Alone: Nicoletta holds this belief close to her heart. She naturally gravitates toward those who have experienced loneliness or lack a strong social network, offering them comfort and a sense of belonging. In many ways, this is how she ended up forming bonds with her V7D teammates.

Thou Shalt Not Kill: Nicoletta used to have the usual stance on killing—she’d say it’s not up to her to decide who lives and who dies. Even though Whisper can fire seriously destructive bullets (the kind that could blow someone’s forearm off with a single shot!), she always stuck to using the Ghost Bullets, which let the target feel like they’ve been shot without actually causing any harm. But as time went on, she started to realize there are times when it’s just necessary. And once she’s crossed that line, she’s felt the heat but not the remorse. But let's not get things twisted—she's not waving the flag for a full-on massacre as the go-to fix, not for her or anyone else. She still stands by her principle in the V7D: resorting to lethal force only when all other options have been exhausted.

Gentle Giant: Despite being about as tall as your average Italian stallion (and that's without her heels on!), she's sweeter than a cannoli and kinder than Nonna's Sunday gravy.

Messianic Archetype: Of course, not to the extent of Medea. But if the words of Laurel are something to go by, she was not ''simply'' created to be her avatar on Earth:

''Embrace the world, Nicoletta, and find where your compassion and kindness can make a difference. Remember the unique gifts and strengths you possess. The people around you have the potential to be extraordinary if only they had a guiding light. They simply need someone to illuminate the path. It is for this purpose, their inherent goodness, that I have entrusted them with you... my sweet girl.''

Hard-Drinking Party Girl: She admits to enjoying a drink fairly often, but it’s more for socializing than for any addictive reasons. She’s never seen completely drunk, maybe just a little tipsy at most. It’s possible she’s gotten so used to drinking that she can handle it without getting too drunk. After all, she proudly claims she can knock back 7 daiquiris in one sitting.

The Anti-Nihilist: While she can be a bit idealistic at times, she’s far from naive. She doesn’t buy into the idea that love and peace can magically solve everything, especially after reality starts hitting hard once Medea’s constant chaos begins to mess with the V7D. It’s a tough, unforgiving world, and she gets that now. But even as the battles get bloodier and the weight of fighting demons and other horrors bears down on her, she never backs down. Every fight leaves its mark—scars on her body, exhaustion in her bones, memories she can’t shake—but she refuses to let any of it break her. To Nicoletta, standing your ground and fighting for something, no matter how impossible it seems, will always be better than sitting back and watching the world fall apart.

Agent Mulder: Nico is easily convinced that there are plenty of demons wandering the mortal realm, making a "demon-hunter" profession seem unusual but not unheard of, unlike the rest. It's likely she thinks this because Nico's brain is wired to adapt to anything related to the Underworld, given who she is.

Deuteragonist: Medea is the main hero of the story, and her actions drive both the plot and Nicoletta’s goals. However, both of them get equal screen time in Under Pressure, and for much if not most of the story, it's actually Nicoletta who's calling the shots on the missions, often delivering the coup de grace to their opponents. She also pulls off major feats worthy of a main character, including, but not limited to, bypassing Anthony’s Crawling Snake Emperor ability.

Action Girlfriend: Medea seems to have a type with colourful ladies who can make her feel protected. 

A Big Sister to Her Men: She consistently proves her willingness to go above and beyond, even risking her own life for her comrades. She doesn't feel the need to take credit for their achievements, letting them enjoy their own glory. It’s clear she’s had plenty of practice, as she’s incredibly friendly with the people in her community, who trust her deeply.

Tomboyish Ponytail: Downplayed; when she is leading the action, she wears her hair in a ponytail to keep it out of the way, but she wears it loose when she is not fighting. Personality-wise, she's more of a Lady of War than a tomboy.

Supporting Leader: Medea may be the protagonist, but as the leader of The V7D, she calls the shots on the field.

Nay-Theist: Heavily Downplayed. Nicoletta is well aware of Laurel and Anthony's rank, powers, and their status in the hierarchy, but she doesn't see them as gods. They're exceptionally powerful beings who happen to control both the Upper and Under Worlds, but to her, that doesn't make them any different from a CEO.

Genki Girl: An adult example. When she's not commanding the hunt, or blasting her firearm Whisper, she's a bit of a spaz, bouncing around like a kid hopped up on pixie sticks.

Improbable Aiming Skills: Nicoletta can control both the trajectory and speed of Whisper's bullets after firing them. Mid-flight, she can adjust their speed, making them as fast as a regular speeding bullet or slow them down to a crawl, usually as an intimidation tactic. She even enjoys firing a dozen slow-motion bullets in front of an opponent, telling them that no matter how slow they seem, once they hit your skin, they’ll pierce you just like a regular bullet—only slower, making it hurt more.

Supporting Protagonist: Nicoletta is mostly a realized main character from the get-go; her personality and her moral compass are basically complete and on track. Nicoletta's meaningful development currently is moving forward with her protection of Italy and caring for and helping her more fucked up V7D teammates, especially Medea, she is the one in need of several developments as the girl has a lot of problems and issues to be dealt with first before Medea actually succeeds in her quest. She is the V7Ds guide in moving forward towards growing as a character, slowly but surely eliminating her issues.

One Head Taller: They say good things come in small packages, but when it comes to Nicoletta, good things come in tall packages! At 5'5'', Medea is practically a shrimp next to her, struggling to even reach her neck.

How They Treat the Help: Back home in Florence, she could walk through the busiest streets, the quietest alleys, and still have a kind word for somebody. A fruit vendor setting up his stall at dawn? She’ll greet him before he even sees her coming. A seamstress hurrying by with an armful of fabric? Nicoletta will ask if she’s getting enough rest. Even the beggar by the bridge, the one most people pretend not to see—she knows his name, knows when he last had a good meal, and will probably make sure he gets another one before the day is done. But it’s not just that she remembers people. It’s the way she treats them, like each one of them matters. No one is too small, too unimportant. A noble, a servant, a child selling flowers on the street—she’ll speak to them all the same way. And if you so much as lift a finger to help her or anyone else, she’ll never let it go unthanked.

Rose-Haired Sweetie: In contrast to her black-haired girlfriends, her pretty pink hair highlights her joyful, nice girl nature.

Firing One-Handed: Nicoletta has no problem firing Whisper with one hand, even while pulling off crazy acrobatics, without messing up her aim. Then again, it makes sense—Whisper’s a magical gun, and it basically has zero recoil.

Battle Couple: With Medea, her girlfriend. Although the human does the more "physical" part of a battle.

Light Feminine and Dark Feminine: Nico is a sweet-tempered and archetypal Beware the Nice Ones, making her the Light Feminine, while Medea is an aloof and imposing Lady of War, making her the Dark Feminine.

Red Oni, Blue Oni: The red to Medea's blue. She's passionate and energetic, while Medea is calm and cool.

Pink Heroine: Nico has pink hair and serves as the leader as well as most unambiguously heroic member of The V7D.

Action Girl: She's a talented gunslinger who has often saved Medea's life throughout the book. Sure, she might not have Medea's angelic grace from the Underworld, but she's got skills, precision, and a trigger finger that never misses. When shit hits the fan, Nico's the one you want by your side, guns blazing and enemies dropping.

Heroes Love Dogs: She was happily surprised to know Medea had adopted Akira, the American Akita that used to belong to Emma Norrington, Jr.. 

Did You Just Punch Out Cthulhu?: Nicoletta, a young woman with no (born) powers, made Freki du Cronos bleed thanks to Whisper's bullets.

All-Loving Heroine: Nicoletta is the kind of heroine who doesn’t just save people—she stays with them. She lets them cling to her, holding onto her like she’s the only solid thing in a world that nearly swallowed them whole. It doesn’t matter who they are—an old man who barely made it out alive, a child too scared to cry, someone who can’t stop shaking long after the danger has passed. She stays. If they need thirty minutes, she gives them thirty minutes. If they need longer, well, she’s never been one to pull away first. And even if she offers empathy for criminal's Freudian Excuses, she is still capable of expressing hatred. She’s also not above using Whisper to make people feel the pain of a bullet to the heart or head, especially if they’re Beyond Redemption. The bullets are magical, so while your body remains mostly unharmed, you’ll still experience the sensation of a gunshot—painful, but not fatal.

• While Nicoletta will fight to protect others, her goal is rarely to hurt the villain; it's to stop them from causing harm. She always tries to end conflicts with minimal violence, using as few bullets as possible, even when her opponent is beating on her. She’d rather take the pain herself than cause unnecessary harm, and she’ll save the villain without hesitation if it’s possible. That said, push her too far, and you might just see a side of the V7D's Conquest that’s a lot less forgiving...

Conscience Makes You Go Back: Medea ordered her to leave her and the Underworld to handle the siege of the du Cronos Dynasty. She returned to aid the Underworld, which promoted her and The V7D from simple allies to legitimate members of the House of Laurel.

Proud Beauty: A downplayed example. In a society that often places excessive emphasis on superficial qualities, she embraces the notion that true beauty extends beyond the surface. While she acknowledges the allure of physical attractiveness, she firmly believes that inner qualities such as kindness, compassion, and intelligence are equally important. She thinks it's totally cool to have the whole package, inside and out. Who says you can't have brains, hearts, and killer looks all at once? Embrace it, folks!

Fastest Gun in The West: If we consider Whisper to be a magical gun, then Nicoletta is probably the quickest magic user in the series when it comes to casting or summoning. Even seasoned opponents struggle to defend themselves when they're staring right at her, because they can’t even catch her preparatory movements. It’s a huge advantage when you can summon the gun to your hand whenever you want.

The Fettered: In stark contrast to her beloved Medea. Nico tries really hard to be like this, although her teammates (especially Medea herself) have pointed out that there are situations where it just isn't practical and could lead to even bigger problems later on. She's learning to loosen those chains a bit and is willing to compromise when it's going to pay off in the long run.

''She refuses to let power be an excuse for cruelty. If she’s going to be powerful, it’ll be for the right reasons—to protect, to heal, to choose kindness when the world gives her every reason not to.''

Big Eater: Nico likes to eat a lot, especially sweets and junk food.

Puppy-Dog Eyes: Despite putting up a tough front, Medea can't resist the power of Nico's puppy-dog face. Medea can stare down demons, make deals with creatures most people would run screaming from, and walk through the freezing winds of Hell without flinching, but put her in front of Nicoletta with those big, pleading eyes, and she’s toast. No amount of bravado or sheer willpower can hold up against it.

Good Stepmother: Claudia Castagnoli married Nicoletta's father when Nicoletta was just seven, and from the start, she had little to no trouble bonding with her new stepchildren. If anything, it felt less like she was stepping into an existing family and more like she was helping build something new. Nicoletta and her older brother, Nicolás, barely had time to dwell on the absence of their biological mother before Claudia stepped in—not as a replacement, but as someone who genuinely wanted to be there for them. And she was. Patient, kind, and unwavering in her love, she gave them everything they needed: stability, guidance, and a warmth that never felt forced. In time, any distinction between "stepmother" and "mother" faded into irrelevance. To Nicoletta, she was simply "Mum."

• Years later, Nicoletta would find herself walking a similar path—one that would make Claudia proud. Nicoletta had been understandably shaken when she first realized the disturbing nature of the child's conception. It wasn’t the kind of situation anyone could prepare for, and she had every reason to want to keep her distance. But she didn’t. Because the child wasn’t to blame. Because, even before the decision was made, Nicoletta knew one thing for certain—if Medea chose to raise Yoru, then she would be right there beside her, ready to nurture the hell out of that girl. 

She's Got Legs: Skirts and skimpy dresses highlight her long legs.

Technical Pacifist: Nicoletta may stick to her no-kill policy, but don’t get it twisted—she’ll make sure you feel like you’ve come face-to-face with death. Whisper has a "ghost bullet" mode, it doesn’t leave wounds, doesn’t spill a drop of blood, but the shot strikes deep, targeting pressure points with pinpoint accuracy, messing with blood flow, scrambling nerve signals. One second, you’re standing tall; the next, your body betrays you, locking up in a cold, suffocating paralysis. And the real kicker? For just a moment—one long, gut-wrenching moment—your heart stops. Of course, it starts beating again before any real damage is done. It’s nonlethal, technically. But the sheer agony of it, the way your body goes into full panic mode, makes most people rethink every decision that led them to pissing her off in the first place.

• She also doesn't like to kill somebody herself, but she usually has no issue with her teammates delivering the killing blow.

Magnetic Hero: She's the leader of the V7D for a reason, and it's not just because she's got killer moves. It's her heroic aura that really just makes her. She's got this uncanny ability to inspire and rally the troops, making you feel like you're part of something epic. She's the one who got the whole crew, even someone as hard to deal with as Medea, to believe in second chances and fighting for a shot at redemption.

Opposites Attract: With Medea. She is spontaneous, quick-tempered, and passionate, whereas Medea is analytical, pragmatic, and premeditated.

The Gunslinger: of The V7D. She is never seen during a mission without her summonable gun Whisper.

Disappeared Mom: Nicoletta's biological mother, Claudia, bailed on her when she was a wee little thing. But thankfully, her dad Nicolo remarried a total gem of a woman who became the mother she deserved.

Affectionate Nickname: She is usually called ''Nico'' by almost everyone... except Medea, who prefers to use her full name, Nicoletta.

Daddy's Girl: She has a close and loving relationship with her father, and wants to live up to his standards as a leader. 

Weapon-Based Characterization: Nicoletta’s signature weapon is Whisper, a magical gun that can shift into any kind of handgun, though she typically shapes it into a variety of flintlock pistols—the kind used in the pirate days. This isn't just a stylistic choice, Whisper was created after Nicoletta inherited a family heirloom, a real miquelet flintlock pistol that once belonged to her ancestor, pirate captain Giovanni Adolini. When Nicoletta touched the pistol, the gun responded by literally fusing with her hand, as if it were being absorbed into her. This transformation turned it into the magical, summonable weapon we see today.

Badass Family: Her girlfriend is the Nero Angelo, her adopted son is the heir to the mantle of Nero Angelo and her whole family is full of big military names.

Even the Loving Hero has Hated Ones: It requires a great deal to make Nicoletta truly despise someone. However, despite the effort it takes, it's possible to reach that point, and there are at least two individuals who succeeded in pushing Nicoletta's limits.

• Interestingly, it's not Medea who truly hates Mia. Even though Mia's obsession is directed towards Medea rather than Nicoletta, it's Nicoletta who can't tolerate Mia. The fact that Mia is the only character who has almost pushed Nicoletta to break her no-kill policy speaks volumes, with Nicoletta having her finger on the trigger, the gun pressed against Mia's forehead, and a look of intense fury in her eyes.

You Gotta Have Blue Hair: Despite having brunette parents, Nicoletta's hair is naturally pink, which is quite unusual. The reason behind this anomaly lies in her unique identity as the human Incarnation of Laurel, a goddess. Rather than inheriting physical traits from her human parents' DNA, Nicoletta's body serves as a perfect reflection of the goddess herself, resulting in her distinctive pink hair.

God in Human Form: Laurel created Nicoletta because she wanted to experience the thrill of world-travelling and living free, without the responsibilities of being a goddess, though there might also be a different reason. She's the embodiment of Laurel's deepest dream, living out her vida loca.

Last Kiss: Nico gives Medea what seemed to be their last kiss before Laurel and her merge into Asura and she becomes the acting Ruler of the Underworld.

Ideal Heroine: Heart of Gold? Check. Nice Girl? Check. The Fettered? Check. Nicoletta has some flaws but nothing that'd make her jump to an outright anti-heroine. Yes, she may stand by and look away as her teammates slaughter all of their foes in often horrifying ways, but none of that takes away from the fact that she is working to make her whole homeland (and eventually the mortal realm itself) a safer place.

What the Hell, Hero?: When Laurel is first introduced to her, she treats her in this way. She confronts her about how she neglected Medea throughout her four years in the Norrington household rather than being awed or terrified.

Curtains Match The Window: Her hair and eye colors are both pink, much like Laurel's when she is tapping into her true dragon form. Although different shades of pink, with her hair being bright, almost lavender pink, and her eyes being almost magenta.

Humans Are Flawed: Nicoletta's views on humanity change throughout the story. Her perspective evolves from believing there's something special in humans to recognizing the monstrous aspects within our own kind. However, by the end of the Atlantic War, she acknowledges that our race is inherently primitive and prone to violence. Yet she keeps her commitment to protecting it, driven by the resolve that there are still a precious few who exemplify the noblest qualities our species has to offer.

Shooting Superman: Justified. Nicoletta keeps firing shots at Sokar, even though she knows very well that bullets won't do a damn thing to him. Sokar himself even mocks her about it after the second bullet. But it's her way of venting frustration, of saying, "Hey, I may not be able to hurt you, but I'll be damned if I don't try!". It's kind of cathartic, actually.

Identical Stranger: Nicoletta and Laurel might as well be long-lost twins, separated at birth! They look almost identical, except for Nicoletta's different hairstyle and eye color. And the reason for this "doppelganger" situation? Well, it turns out Nicoletta is the human incarnation of Laurel herself.

Gun Fu: Nicoletta's combat prowess hinges heavily on her mastery of the firearm Whisper, so this is no surprise. With her signature blend of Gun Fu and Combat Parkour, she’s not just some gunslinger; she’s an acrobatic whirlwind. Imagine her flipping through the air, rolling across the battlefield, and leaping off walls, all while taking down hordes of enemies with pinpoint accuracy, barely breaking a sweat. 

In-Series Nickname: As the first member, she decided The V7D would have chess-themed nicknames, but once the Power Trio became a Four-Soldier Army, she ditched the idea and instead decided to use the Horsemen of Apocalypse codenames, hers being Conquest.

Bunny-Ears Lawyer: Magnificent at missions, but it comes so naturally to her that she doesn't have the patience to actually work through hunts when she isn't instantly successful. She tends to goof off and play around at work, particularly reenacting her many favorite cowboy films.

Boisterous Bruiser: Downplayed compared to Quincey, but still there. She's got an amazing vibe, is always full of energy, and can kick some serious ass.

Cool Gun: Whisper, an elaborate, ornately-designed Hand Cannon Flintlock pistol that Nico can draw to her hand so fast that it looks out of nowhere (in the manner of a Quick Draw), and with bullets she can directly control in flight.

Tomato in the Mirror: She reacts poorly to realizing that she is Laurel's human incarnation. She went through this phase where she started questioning everything—her own choices, her purpose in life, even her own damn emotions. She got better, fortunately.

The Lady's Favour: Nicoletta hands over her favorite belt to Medea before she embarks on her trip to find Warren Norrington. She's worried that either Medea won't make it back alive or she'll have to leave for good. So, Nicoletta tells her to hold onto the belt and return it when she comes back, as she's really afraid that the when becomes an if.

Morality Pet: Acts as this throughout the series. Honestly, if it weren't for Nicoletta, Medea, Miyuuki and Quincey would be a lot less sympathetic. She’s the one who constantly pulls them back from the edge, reminding them of their humanity when they’re ready to lose themselves in their darker impulses. Without her steady hand and unwavering compassion, it’s hard to imagine any of them making the personal changes they did.

ND10s TROPES:

Freudian Excuse: It's strongly implied that the death of her child had a serious effect on her, which explains why she didn't accept Jonathan as her son for quite some time.

Mama Bear: Seeing Jonathan being chased by demons or threatened by muggers makes her instinctively draw Whisper and prepare to shoot, even if she’s still figuring out her feelings towards Jonathan as a son. Because he knows how much he means to her wife, and that’s enough to ignite a fierce desire to keep him safe.

I Just Want to be Normal: Downplayed. Unlike Medea, Nicoletta doesn’t feel her duties have been fulfilled once the War was over. She’s also not sitting around wishing her magic would disappear anytime soon. That said, these days, she’s content to just be Nicoletta Argento. No grand titles, no weighty responsibilities beyond the ones she’s chosen for herself—raising the kids she and Medea have taken in, building something steady and warm out of all the chaos they survived. The world still spins, and trouble still finds its way into the cracks, but she’s not actively seeking it out anymore. That doesn’t mean she’ll ignore it if it comes knocking. If something goes down in front of her, if someone needs help, if the past tries to claw its way back into her present, well… Nicoletta’s never been one to look the other way.

Strong and Skilled: By ND10, Nicoletta’s got 15 years of crimefighting and demon-slaying under her belt—many of those battles fought solo without her team to back her up. Over the years, she hasn’t just relied on the power of her magic gun; she’s picked up a ton of technique from Quincey, too. You can see it in her fight with vampire Juni: while Juni’s throwing punches and slashing like a wild animal, Nicoletta’s using grapples, joint locks, and slick combos—showing off just how far she’s come.

Good Parents: With Yoru, Nicoletta is the ultimate doting mom—always there to offer advice and support whenever she needs it. She’s also the one who reminds Medea that she needs to build a bond with Yoru, stressing that the little girl isn’t to blame for what Mariya did to her.But with her adopted son Jonathan? Well, let's just say things were a little more complicated. When Medea brought him home out of the blue, she was understandably hesitant to get too close to a boy she doesn't know. But as time went on, she started to warm up to the kid and even provided some motherly guidance - because let's be real, even if you didn't give birth to them, kids are still gonna be kids, and they'll still need their mom's help every once in a while.

Outliving One's Offspring: When she and Medea lost their biological child, Gerard, during childbirth, it left a massive hole in her heart. That experience was devastating, and it made her hesitate to fully embrace Jonathan as her son. Every time she looks at him, she can't shake the feeling that loving him would somehow be like trying to replace Gerard, and she’s not sure she’s ready for that kind of emotional leap.

• Interestingly, she found it easier to accept Yoru as her adoptive daughter because, with Yoru, Medea didn’t have a choice in the matter—unlike with Jonathan.

That Thing is Not My Child!: Nicoletta, still reeling from the loss of her stillborn child, couldn't bring herself to accept Jonathan as her son. When Medea brought him home without even consulting her first, it felt like a fresh wound was torn open. Nicoletta understood that Medea’s intentions were good, but that didn’t change the fact that the topic of children was still far too painful for her to handle.

• That being said, while she may have felt distant, Nicoletta was never cruel or dismissive towards Jonathan. She never raised her voice at him or took out her frustration on the kid. Instead, she just needed her own space to process her feelings. Still, she didn't want any harm to come to him and gradually started to warm up to him.

Break the Badass: Downplayed. Nicoletta is by no means a wide-eyed, gullible person who has no idea what she's getting into, but she is much sweeter and more gentle at the beginning of Under Pressure, and as the series progresses, she grows more sober and pragmatic.

• Despite the hardships and trauma she endures throughout the story, Nicoletta's heart remains pure and compassionate till the very end. However, the brutal deaths of countless innocent beings, the sacrifices made, and the disturbing situations she's been through have taken a toll on her, leaving her and her comrades feeling undeserving of a celebration during their parting scene. This highlights the lasting impact that the War has had on Nicoletta's emotional state.