Kannadi's replies, broken up by part.
Part 1: The Basics
Part 2: Growing Up
Part 3: Past Influences
Part 4: Beliefs And Opinions
Part 5: Relationships With Others
Part 6: Likes And Dislikes
Part 7: Self Images, Etc.
Part 1: The Basics
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1. What is your full name?
Kannadi Aranmula Albedo. Perfectly serviceable, I think.
2. Where and when were you born?
Ul'dah, Second Sun, Fifth Astral Moon, Fifteen Forty-Six. Takes up quite a lot of space when spelled out, doesn't it? 2nd, 5A, 1546. There.
3. Who are/were your parents?
Torrent Albedo and Avani Lahar. One a dashing museum curator who personally owns most of his display, the other now a priestess for Ul'dah's Nophican community. I shall let you infer who is whom.
4. Do you have any siblings? What are/were they like?
No.
5. Where do you live now, and with whom?
Alone, in a quite comfortable domicile on Garnet Street. It's pleasant and quiet. I doubt if any non-natives even know where to find it.
6. What is your occupation?
I have several. Ecologist, writer, Second Lieutenant...
7. Write a full physical description of yourself.
Tallish. Healthy. Shades of brown. Gray eyes. Modest wear. That is all.
8. To which social class do you belong?
Advanced, let's say.
9. Do you have any allergies, diseases, or other physical weaknesses?
Milk. Not a simple intolerance, but a genuine allergy. It makes my skin... unpleasant to be in.
10. Are you right- or left-handed?
Both. But I favor right, for ease of writing.
11. What does your voice sound like?
Describing sound in letters is like telling the blind what color is.
12. What words and/or phrases do you use very frequently?
All of them, when necessary.
13. What do you have in your pockets?
That's hardly any of your business.
14. Do you have any quirks, strange mannerisms, annoying habits, or other defining characteristics?
No. ... Though I suppose my bearing may seem strange by contrast to some.
1. What is your full name?
Kannadi Aranmula Albedo. Perfectly serviceable, I think.
2. Where and when were you born?
Ul'dah, Second Sun, Fifth Astral Moon, Fifteen Forty-Six. Takes up quite a lot of space when spelled out, doesn't it? 2nd, 5A, 1546. There.
3. Who are/were your parents?
Torrent Albedo and Avani Lahar. One a dashing museum curator who personally owns most of his display, the other now a priestess for Ul'dah's Nophican community. I shall let you infer who is whom.
4. Do you have any siblings? What are/were they like?
No.
5. Where do you live now, and with whom?
Alone, in a quite comfortable domicile on Garnet Street. It's pleasant and quiet. I doubt if any non-natives even know where to find it.
6. What is your occupation?
I have several. Ecologist, writer, Second Lieutenant...
7. Write a full physical description of yourself.
Tallish. Healthy. Shades of brown. Gray eyes. Modest wear. That is all.
8. To which social class do you belong?
Advanced, let's say.
9. Do you have any allergies, diseases, or other physical weaknesses?
Milk. Not a simple intolerance, but a genuine allergy. It makes my skin... unpleasant to be in.
10. Are you right- or left-handed?
Both. But I favor right, for ease of writing.
11. What does your voice sound like?
Describing sound in letters is like telling the blind what color is.
12. What words and/or phrases do you use very frequently?
All of them, when necessary.
13. What do you have in your pockets?
That's hardly any of your business.
14. Do you have any quirks, strange mannerisms, annoying habits, or other defining characteristics?
No. ... Though I suppose my bearing may seem strange by contrast to some.
Part 2: Growing Up
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15. How would you describe your childhood in general?
Comfortable.
16. What is your earliest memory?
Cloth. White and blue cloth. Presumably that which I'd been swaddled into.
17. How much schooling have you had?
More than sufficient, I'd say.
18. Did you enjoy school?
It was my life. Even now I'm still learning, though my lesson plans are my own.
19. Where did you learn most of your skills and other abilities?
By doing. Theory isn't ever enough. The guilds taught me enough that I filled in the blanks with reasonable ease by practice, self-examination, and further practice.
20. While growing up, did you have any role models? If so, describe them.
My grandmother. Powerful, wise, formidable to foes and kind to family.
21. While growing up, how did you get along with the other members of your family?
Well enough. My friendliness with my cousins was... hit or miss. But I never lost respect for my parents or grandmother.
22. As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?
Friends with every monster. Now I'm content with studying them.
23. As a child, what were your favorite activities?
Reading and nature walks. Swimming, when I could. Riding, when I couldn't.
24. As a child, what kinds of personality traits did you display?
The same that every child did, I suppose.
25. As a child, were you popular? Who were your friends, and what were they like?
Popularity was a by-product of work, and not its goal. I had friends, and they varied, but I left social climbing to the insecure.
26. When and with whom was your first kiss?
A friend, in school. You will learn no more.
27. Are you a virgin? If not, when and with whom did you lose your virginity?
No. And you will learn no more.
28. If you are a supernatural being (i.e. mage, werewolf, vampire), tell the story of how you became what you are or first learned of your own abilities. Â If you are just a normal human, describe any influences in your past that led you to do the things you do today.
... I beg your pardon? Magic is not supernatural. One could argue that trains and ships and airships are more outside the realm of nature than is aetheric manipulation.
15. How would you describe your childhood in general?
Comfortable.
16. What is your earliest memory?
Cloth. White and blue cloth. Presumably that which I'd been swaddled into.
17. How much schooling have you had?
More than sufficient, I'd say.
18. Did you enjoy school?
It was my life. Even now I'm still learning, though my lesson plans are my own.
19. Where did you learn most of your skills and other abilities?
By doing. Theory isn't ever enough. The guilds taught me enough that I filled in the blanks with reasonable ease by practice, self-examination, and further practice.
20. While growing up, did you have any role models? If so, describe them.
My grandmother. Powerful, wise, formidable to foes and kind to family.
21. While growing up, how did you get along with the other members of your family?
Well enough. My friendliness with my cousins was... hit or miss. But I never lost respect for my parents or grandmother.
22. As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?
Friends with every monster. Now I'm content with studying them.
23. As a child, what were your favorite activities?
Reading and nature walks. Swimming, when I could. Riding, when I couldn't.
24. As a child, what kinds of personality traits did you display?
The same that every child did, I suppose.
25. As a child, were you popular? Who were your friends, and what were they like?
Popularity was a by-product of work, and not its goal. I had friends, and they varied, but I left social climbing to the insecure.
26. When and with whom was your first kiss?
A friend, in school. You will learn no more.
27. Are you a virgin? If not, when and with whom did you lose your virginity?
No. And you will learn no more.
28. If you are a supernatural being (i.e. mage, werewolf, vampire), tell the story of how you became what you are or first learned of your own abilities. Â If you are just a normal human, describe any influences in your past that led you to do the things you do today.
... I beg your pardon? Magic is not supernatural. One could argue that trains and ships and airships are more outside the realm of nature than is aetheric manipulation.
Part 3: Past Influences
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29. What do you consider the most important event of your life so far?
Offhand, I'd say being abruptly catapulted five years into my future.
30. Who has had the most influence on you?
My family. Father, Mother, and Grandmother too.
31. What do you consider your greatest achievement?
Thus far? Cultivating a reputation of efficiency in attaining prompt results.
32. What is your greatest regret?
A private one.
33. What is the most evil thing you have ever done?
If ever I chose to practice evil, the question would be wholly unnecessary, as my reputation would undoubtedly precede me. ... That was a joke. Aha-ha.
34. Do you have a criminal record of any kind?
No.
35. When was the time you were the most frightened?
My youngest cousin once confronted a basilisk when I was not in a position to help. I thought he would die before my eyes. He did not.
36. What is the most embarrassing thing ever to happen to you?
You may take your pick of any of the woefully many incidents involving Miss Xenedra and a bathing suit.
37. If you could change one thing from your past, what would it be, and why?
Nothing. I want for nothing in my upbringing.
38. What is your best memory?
A private one.
39. What is your worst memory?
Also a private one.
29. What do you consider the most important event of your life so far?
Offhand, I'd say being abruptly catapulted five years into my future.
30. Who has had the most influence on you?
My family. Father, Mother, and Grandmother too.
31. What do you consider your greatest achievement?
Thus far? Cultivating a reputation of efficiency in attaining prompt results.
32. What is your greatest regret?
A private one.
33. What is the most evil thing you have ever done?
If ever I chose to practice evil, the question would be wholly unnecessary, as my reputation would undoubtedly precede me. ... That was a joke. Aha-ha.
34. Do you have a criminal record of any kind?
No.
35. When was the time you were the most frightened?
My youngest cousin once confronted a basilisk when I was not in a position to help. I thought he would die before my eyes. He did not.
36. What is the most embarrassing thing ever to happen to you?
You may take your pick of any of the woefully many incidents involving Miss Xenedra and a bathing suit.
37. If you could change one thing from your past, what would it be, and why?
Nothing. I want for nothing in my upbringing.
38. What is your best memory?
A private one.
39. What is your worst memory?
Also a private one.
Part 4: Beliefs And Opinions
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40. Are you basically optimistic or pessimistic?
I am basically realistic. I cleave to optimism when it is logical to do so. Pessimism is unproductive, and so I take no part in it.
41. What is your greatest fear?
Flans. I hate the things. They make no sense in function or anatomy, and have no analogue in all the animal kingdom. I tell you they are not of this world. What are those horrid things planning behind their beady little pupils?
42. What are your religious views?
Some would say that is a moot point when the Calamity provided a wealth of evidence supporting the Twelve. However, all the mysterious signs and magics proved is that the aether of Eorzea bears twelve aspects which can, in times of heightened aetheric flux, manifest in twelve distinct and powerful runes. Everything else is narrative addendum constructed by sapient minds.
If my neighbors find solace in the stories and characters, good for them. It's harmless balderdash to amuse the mind, like astrology or divination by cards. (In which I am Azeyman and Queen of Swords, should that amuse you.)
43. What are your political views?
Royalist in a wide brush, Social-Royalist in a fine brush. Monetarists are selfish at best and nigh-on Garlean at worst. The Sultana ought to remain head of state for continuity of culture, and she ought to take her cues from a circle of effective, experienced advisors -- but, those advisors ought to be subject to a popular vote by Ul'dahn citizens.
I honestly doubt if I'll live to see such a thing.
44. What are your views on sex?
Pursuing it for its own sake is a vice. Employing it as a heartfelt connection is a virtue -- provided that both parties consent and are of age. Others are more... active than I, but that neither picks my pocket nor breaks my leg. It's a great saving on silphium, at any rate.
45. Are you able to kill? Â Under what circumstances do you find killing to be acceptable or unacceptable?
That is within my ability, as evidenced by the weight of slain bandits and Imperials. "In proportionate defense" is my rule, whether it be myself or others.
46. In your opinion, what is the most evil thing any human being could do?
Cause suffering in others for personal profit.
47. Do you believe in the existence of soul mates and/or true love?
Purported "soul mates" occur far too frequently to be statistically valid. True love has too many definitions, but is likely a depth of infatuation which I simply haven't felt toward anyone as of yet.
48. What do you believe makes a successful life?
Efficiency.
49. How honest are you about your thoughts and feelings?
Very.
50. Do you have any biases or prejudices?
None that are unearned. I am biased against the Empire, for example.
51. Is there anything you absolutely refuse to do under any circumstances? Why do you refuse to do it?
There are many things I would never do, because they are cruel or vile or whatever else. I hardly think this is the place to enumerate them.
52. Who or what, if anything, would you die for (or otherwise go to extremes for)?
I do not know. Family or friends, perhaps. I would much prefer to die of old age.
40. Are you basically optimistic or pessimistic?
I am basically realistic. I cleave to optimism when it is logical to do so. Pessimism is unproductive, and so I take no part in it.
41. What is your greatest fear?
Flans. I hate the things. They make no sense in function or anatomy, and have no analogue in all the animal kingdom. I tell you they are not of this world. What are those horrid things planning behind their beady little pupils?
42. What are your religious views?
Some would say that is a moot point when the Calamity provided a wealth of evidence supporting the Twelve. However, all the mysterious signs and magics proved is that the aether of Eorzea bears twelve aspects which can, in times of heightened aetheric flux, manifest in twelve distinct and powerful runes. Everything else is narrative addendum constructed by sapient minds.
If my neighbors find solace in the stories and characters, good for them. It's harmless balderdash to amuse the mind, like astrology or divination by cards. (In which I am Azeyman and Queen of Swords, should that amuse you.)
43. What are your political views?
Royalist in a wide brush, Social-Royalist in a fine brush. Monetarists are selfish at best and nigh-on Garlean at worst. The Sultana ought to remain head of state for continuity of culture, and she ought to take her cues from a circle of effective, experienced advisors -- but, those advisors ought to be subject to a popular vote by Ul'dahn citizens.
I honestly doubt if I'll live to see such a thing.
44. What are your views on sex?
Pursuing it for its own sake is a vice. Employing it as a heartfelt connection is a virtue -- provided that both parties consent and are of age. Others are more... active than I, but that neither picks my pocket nor breaks my leg. It's a great saving on silphium, at any rate.
45. Are you able to kill? Â Under what circumstances do you find killing to be acceptable or unacceptable?
That is within my ability, as evidenced by the weight of slain bandits and Imperials. "In proportionate defense" is my rule, whether it be myself or others.
46. In your opinion, what is the most evil thing any human being could do?
Cause suffering in others for personal profit.
47. Do you believe in the existence of soul mates and/or true love?
Purported "soul mates" occur far too frequently to be statistically valid. True love has too many definitions, but is likely a depth of infatuation which I simply haven't felt toward anyone as of yet.
48. What do you believe makes a successful life?
Efficiency.
49. How honest are you about your thoughts and feelings?
Very.
50. Do you have any biases or prejudices?
None that are unearned. I am biased against the Empire, for example.
51. Is there anything you absolutely refuse to do under any circumstances? Why do you refuse to do it?
There are many things I would never do, because they are cruel or vile or whatever else. I hardly think this is the place to enumerate them.
52. Who or what, if anything, would you die for (or otherwise go to extremes for)?
I do not know. Family or friends, perhaps. I would much prefer to die of old age.
Part 5: Relationships With Others
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53. In general, how do you treat others? Â Does your treatment of them change depending on how well you know them, and if so, how?
I treat others politely until further exposure to them suggests ways in which I might sculpt that politeness.
54. Who is the most important person in your life, and why?
Individually, I cannot say, because I do not know. I have several who would fit that title.
55. Who is the person you respect the most, and why?
Grandmother, for her tenacity in building wealth for herself and her family.
56. Who are your friends? Â Do you have a best friend? Â Describe these people.
I have... mostly acquaintances, rather than friends. None of them are quite on the order of "friend," since I envision "friends" enjoying each other's company most every day, building up a friendly rapport, engaging in pleasant conversation and amusements...
Well, I suppose Miss Xenedra fits that definition, but our friendship seems built upon her teasing me for my social reticence and reserved bearing and me politely jibing her for her ... opposite of that. I always like being around her, watching her stir a crowd to activity as I cannot. I have fun, even if by proxy. Never a dull moment, hah.
But even she isn't what I'd consider a "best friend," one with whom I can share anything, with whom I could not do without. I haven't had one of those for a very long time.
... Next?
57. Do you have a spouse or significant other? Â If so, describe this person.
I do not. I haven't much skill in instigating relationships of that nature, regardless of what interest I might have.
58. Have you ever been in love? Â If so, describe what happened.
Next?
58. Have you ever been in love? Â If so, describe what happened.
Look, I promise that I will thoroughly answer whatever question comes next if you simply allow me to skip this one.
59. What do you look for in a potential lover?
... Damn you. Fine.
I look for intelligence enough to plan, strength enough to build, perseverance enough to complete, wisdom enough to maintain, cleverness enough to amuse, and patience enough to wait for amusement until after work. I look for someone with whom I might share, from whom I might learn, to whom I might teach. I look for a potential partner, is for whom I look.
I require far more of a lover than a mechanical aid. And as such I've found none, though I've sampled modestly among those whom I'd found promising.
And what amounts to promising?
In all my reading, I haven't yet read a word that I feel accurately defines my... proclivity. I have no preference among the races or genders. If the personality fits, I care not if the bearer is man or woman of any clan whatsoever.
Next?
60. How close are you to your family?
Very. My parents and grandmother live on the same street as I. I visit frequently.
61. Have you started your own family? Â If so, describe them. Â If not, do you want to? Â Why or why not?
No, and I doubt if I will. I simply don't feel that I'm the sort of woman who will ever have her own children. Too many risks involved, even with Ul'dahn doctors and Gridanian midwives. With the right person, however, I may adopt.
62. Who would you turn to if you were in desperate need of help?
Grandmother, or my parents. We are there for each other, of that I am certain.
63. Do you trust anyone to protect you? Â Who, and why?
I find it more efficient to not become a burden who needs protecting. If I had no choice, however, I suppose I'd trust my friends or local law enforcement.
64. If you died or went missing, who would miss you?
My family and friends, I should hope.
65. Who is the person you despise the most, and why?
One of my cousins. A liar and a villain who arranged the death of his wife for personal profit, among other crimes. May he never be seen again.
66. Do you tend to argue with people, or avoid conflict?
That depends on how wrong they are.
67. Do you tend to take on leadership roles in social situations?
No. I prefer to observe and assist.
68. Do you like interacting with large groups of people? Â Why or why not?
No. Interacting with everyone is an impediment to observing them.
69. Do you care what others think of you?
Yes. And as such, I dress and speak and behave responsibly.
53. In general, how do you treat others? Â Does your treatment of them change depending on how well you know them, and if so, how?
I treat others politely until further exposure to them suggests ways in which I might sculpt that politeness.
54. Who is the most important person in your life, and why?
Individually, I cannot say, because I do not know. I have several who would fit that title.
55. Who is the person you respect the most, and why?
Grandmother, for her tenacity in building wealth for herself and her family.
56. Who are your friends? Â Do you have a best friend? Â Describe these people.
I have... mostly acquaintances, rather than friends. None of them are quite on the order of "friend," since I envision "friends" enjoying each other's company most every day, building up a friendly rapport, engaging in pleasant conversation and amusements...
Well, I suppose Miss Xenedra fits that definition, but our friendship seems built upon her teasing me for my social reticence and reserved bearing and me politely jibing her for her ... opposite of that. I always like being around her, watching her stir a crowd to activity as I cannot. I have fun, even if by proxy. Never a dull moment, hah.
But even she isn't what I'd consider a "best friend," one with whom I can share anything, with whom I could not do without. I haven't had one of those for a very long time.
... Next?
57. Do you have a spouse or significant other? Â If so, describe this person.
I do not. I haven't much skill in instigating relationships of that nature, regardless of what interest I might have.
58. Have you ever been in love? Â If so, describe what happened.
Next?
58. Have you ever been in love? Â If so, describe what happened.
Look, I promise that I will thoroughly answer whatever question comes next if you simply allow me to skip this one.
59. What do you look for in a potential lover?
... Damn you. Fine.
I look for intelligence enough to plan, strength enough to build, perseverance enough to complete, wisdom enough to maintain, cleverness enough to amuse, and patience enough to wait for amusement until after work. I look for someone with whom I might share, from whom I might learn, to whom I might teach. I look for a potential partner, is for whom I look.
I require far more of a lover than a mechanical aid. And as such I've found none, though I've sampled modestly among those whom I'd found promising.
And what amounts to promising?
In all my reading, I haven't yet read a word that I feel accurately defines my... proclivity. I have no preference among the races or genders. If the personality fits, I care not if the bearer is man or woman of any clan whatsoever.
Next?
60. How close are you to your family?
Very. My parents and grandmother live on the same street as I. I visit frequently.
61. Have you started your own family? Â If so, describe them. Â If not, do you want to? Â Why or why not?
No, and I doubt if I will. I simply don't feel that I'm the sort of woman who will ever have her own children. Too many risks involved, even with Ul'dahn doctors and Gridanian midwives. With the right person, however, I may adopt.
62. Who would you turn to if you were in desperate need of help?
Grandmother, or my parents. We are there for each other, of that I am certain.
63. Do you trust anyone to protect you? Â Who, and why?
I find it more efficient to not become a burden who needs protecting. If I had no choice, however, I suppose I'd trust my friends or local law enforcement.
64. If you died or went missing, who would miss you?
My family and friends, I should hope.
65. Who is the person you despise the most, and why?
One of my cousins. A liar and a villain who arranged the death of his wife for personal profit, among other crimes. May he never be seen again.
66. Do you tend to argue with people, or avoid conflict?
That depends on how wrong they are.
67. Do you tend to take on leadership roles in social situations?
No. I prefer to observe and assist.
68. Do you like interacting with large groups of people? Â Why or why not?
No. Interacting with everyone is an impediment to observing them.
69. Do you care what others think of you?
Yes. And as such, I dress and speak and behave responsibly.
Part 6: Likes And Dislikes
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70. What is/are your favorite hobbies and pastimes?
Reading, writing, monster study and people-watching.
71. What is your most treasured possession?
Some of my old toys. A much-repaired plush dodo, a jadeite basilisk with two of its talons broken in the abuses of playtime, and a lacquered, gem-studded adamantoise with a shell that you can remove for storage of gil or small items. I had so many tea-times with them, in my youth.
72. What is your favorite color?
Gray, or dark blue.
73. What is your favorite food?
Bread. A whole constellation of wonderful food under a single word.
74. What, if anything, do you like to read?
Classic literature, scientific periodicals, travel stories (fiction or non-), and satirical tales if crafted well enough. I tend to avoid all that "Popular Literature" tripe like domestic humor, beastman romance, or warring-kingdom politics dressed up with sex.
75. What is your idea of good entertainment (consider music, movies, art, etc.)?
Good books, good plays, good music. I would say museums as well, but none quite have the character of Father's. I find art museums too dry.
76. Do you smoke, drink, or use drugs? Â If so, why? Â Do you want to quit?
I drink socially, and even then only in moderation.
77. How do you spend a typical Saturday night?
Working. Reading. Or both.
78. What makes you laugh?
Wit, whether it bites or caresses. I don't care much for low-rung humor.
79. What, if anything, shocks or offends you?
Sapients' cruelty. It can shock and offend, though by now it doesn't surprise.
80. What would you do if you had insomnia and had to find something to do to amuse yourself?
I would read.
81. How do you deal with stress?
By working through it.
82. Are you spontaneous, or do you always need to have a plan?
Spontaneity can lead to disaster. True, so can a plan, but at least a plan can see disaster coming.
83. What are your pet peeves?
Rudeness. Selfishness. Those who think money excuses anything.
70. What is/are your favorite hobbies and pastimes?
Reading, writing, monster study and people-watching.
71. What is your most treasured possession?
Some of my old toys. A much-repaired plush dodo, a jadeite basilisk with two of its talons broken in the abuses of playtime, and a lacquered, gem-studded adamantoise with a shell that you can remove for storage of gil or small items. I had so many tea-times with them, in my youth.
72. What is your favorite color?
Gray, or dark blue.
73. What is your favorite food?
Bread. A whole constellation of wonderful food under a single word.
74. What, if anything, do you like to read?
Classic literature, scientific periodicals, travel stories (fiction or non-), and satirical tales if crafted well enough. I tend to avoid all that "Popular Literature" tripe like domestic humor, beastman romance, or warring-kingdom politics dressed up with sex.
75. What is your idea of good entertainment (consider music, movies, art, etc.)?
Good books, good plays, good music. I would say museums as well, but none quite have the character of Father's. I find art museums too dry.
76. Do you smoke, drink, or use drugs? Â If so, why? Â Do you want to quit?
I drink socially, and even then only in moderation.
77. How do you spend a typical Saturday night?
Working. Reading. Or both.
78. What makes you laugh?
Wit, whether it bites or caresses. I don't care much for low-rung humor.
79. What, if anything, shocks or offends you?
Sapients' cruelty. It can shock and offend, though by now it doesn't surprise.
80. What would you do if you had insomnia and had to find something to do to amuse yourself?
I would read.
81. How do you deal with stress?
By working through it.
82. Are you spontaneous, or do you always need to have a plan?
Spontaneity can lead to disaster. True, so can a plan, but at least a plan can see disaster coming.
83. What are your pet peeves?
Rudeness. Selfishness. Those who think money excuses anything.
Part 7: Self Images, Etc.
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84. Describe the routine of a normal day for you. Â How do you feel when this routine is disrupted?
I wake, I work, I rest. The details change, but the frame is the same. I admit to becoming very cross if something disturbs the schedule I've prepared on a given day, but I work through it as best I can.
85. What is your greatest strength as a person?
Efficiency. Patience, perhaps. I notice that many people do not realize the power inherent in both.
86. What is your greatest weakness?
My adherence to plans and schedules, even the fill-in-the-details-later ones. If one breaks, I'm temporarily no longer at my best.
87. If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
I'd like to be taller. I'm already tall for a Midlander woman, but I find that height lends one a certain unspoken credibility that goes beyond skill.
88. Are you generally introverted or extroverted?
Introverted, without question.
89. Are you generally organized or messy?
Organized, as should be clear by now.
90. Name three things you consider yourself to be very good at, and three things you consider yourself to be very bad at.
Good: Civility, literacy, observation. Bad: Boldness, spontaneity, wearing bathing suits in public.
91. Do you like yourself?
Of course. I'd rather be no one else.
92. What are your reasons for being an adventurer? Â Are your real reasons for doing this different than the ones you tell people in public?
I want the freedom and resources to pursue my studies and projects. That's what I tell everyone, because it is true.
93. What goal do you most want to accomplish in your lifetime?
I would like to discover a new school of magic, and then spend my life refining it and teaching it to others.
94. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
... Ho-ho. Very funny. Assuming you do not think of yourself as a hilarious wag, I see myself working in five years. On what, I'm not certain, because I am no farseer.
95. If you could choose, how would you want to die?
Quietly, at peace, in bed, at home.
96. If you knew you were going to die in 24 hours, name three things you would do in the time you had left.
Write. Walk. Swim in private.
97. What is the one thing for which you would most like to be remembered after your death?
My writing, presuming that I've written something worthwhile between now and then.
98. What three words best describe your personality?
Sincere, civil, studious.
99. What three words would others probably use to describe you?
Something similar, I'd hope.
100. If you could, what advice would you, the player, give to your character?
Enjoy yourself.
84. Describe the routine of a normal day for you. Â How do you feel when this routine is disrupted?
I wake, I work, I rest. The details change, but the frame is the same. I admit to becoming very cross if something disturbs the schedule I've prepared on a given day, but I work through it as best I can.
85. What is your greatest strength as a person?
Efficiency. Patience, perhaps. I notice that many people do not realize the power inherent in both.
86. What is your greatest weakness?
My adherence to plans and schedules, even the fill-in-the-details-later ones. If one breaks, I'm temporarily no longer at my best.
87. If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
I'd like to be taller. I'm already tall for a Midlander woman, but I find that height lends one a certain unspoken credibility that goes beyond skill.
88. Are you generally introverted or extroverted?
Introverted, without question.
89. Are you generally organized or messy?
Organized, as should be clear by now.
90. Name three things you consider yourself to be very good at, and three things you consider yourself to be very bad at.
Good: Civility, literacy, observation. Bad: Boldness, spontaneity, wearing bathing suits in public.
91. Do you like yourself?
Of course. I'd rather be no one else.
92. What are your reasons for being an adventurer? Â Are your real reasons for doing this different than the ones you tell people in public?
I want the freedom and resources to pursue my studies and projects. That's what I tell everyone, because it is true.
93. What goal do you most want to accomplish in your lifetime?
I would like to discover a new school of magic, and then spend my life refining it and teaching it to others.
94. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
... Ho-ho. Very funny. Assuming you do not think of yourself as a hilarious wag, I see myself working in five years. On what, I'm not certain, because I am no farseer.
95. If you could choose, how would you want to die?
Quietly, at peace, in bed, at home.
96. If you knew you were going to die in 24 hours, name three things you would do in the time you had left.
Write. Walk. Swim in private.
97. What is the one thing for which you would most like to be remembered after your death?
My writing, presuming that I've written something worthwhile between now and then.
98. What three words best describe your personality?
Sincere, civil, studious.
99. What three words would others probably use to describe you?
Something similar, I'd hope.
100. If you could, what advice would you, the player, give to your character?
Enjoy yourself.
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"You know, I was God once."
"Yes, I saw. You were doing well until everyone died."
