[They look kind of offended at it being called a ruse, but...yeah, previous Clown had a bad vibe. They understand.]

Mmm. I see what you're saying, but...that curse was essentially the worst of me. And what I am fated to become, at least...in history. So if I am to live...I have to do all that is in my power not to let myself fall.

[Even at this point in time, they're just a man on the edge. Sometimes it takes getting possessed to realize WOW, YOU DON'T WANT THAT]

Alright... [And...teeeny little breath in! Holding! And out! And...COUGHING ANYWAYS wow that's a feeling.] Ah. Goodness-!

[this clown is such a goober now]