Stephen stands about 5'8" tall and has a slim build. He has shoulder length sandy-blond hair and large green eyes. He is always clean shaven and he moves with a certain flair and grace. Almost as if he were posing for maximum affect. However, he does not appear pretentious because of this. He has a youthful appearance and often wears an amused half smile. Almost as if he is entertained by something that nobody else is aware of. He is often wearing very well-styled clothes to match the latest trends, though he tends to favor comfortable clothes and calf-length boots. Regardless of the style, he always has a dagger at his belt. A Fox's head adorns the hilt and Stephen positions it so that it appears that the fox is looking out at you. He is rarely seen without an instrument at hand. Usually, it is a mandolin, but he is known to be skilled with other insturments as well. It is also customary that he carries a rapier and a pair of fencing gloves.

Those that have met him are constantly amazed at his energy. He is well-known for his sense of humor and his quick wits. If you want to find Stephen, you just need to look for the liveliest group at a party. He is sure to be found there, as the center of attention. He will readily play or sing a tune to amuse his companions. He also has an unexpected edge. On more than one occasion, Stephen has interceded when somebody is mistreating or bullying others. He is considered a rakish fellow and is the frequent subject of gossip. A common question is: "Does anyone know where Stephen slept last night?" There is a compiled list of gossip about Stephen here.

Stephen is an avid lover of music and knowledge. He has picked up a little bit of everything, but has mastered very little of anything, except his music. He constantly battles between being prudent and his natural curiosity. He has a natural goodness and is a pragmatic optimist. He often looks to make the best out of a bad situation. However, when faced with overt evil, or when his friends are threatened or harmed, he gets very serious and stern. He is fiercly protective of his close friends and cannot bear the thought of them suffering.