My apologies in advance for reviving an old thread. I love these things.
Part 1: The Basics
1.What is your full name? Ciel Sauveterre. What, dahling, you thought Wulfe was my family name?
2.Where and when were you born? Gridania.
3.Who are/were your parents? (Know their names, occupations, personalities, etc.) Josseloux Sauveterre, a Wood Wailer, and Pienne Sauveterre, a Conjurer.
4.Do you have any siblings? What are/were they like? I was an only child.
5.Where do you live now, and with whom? Describe the place and the person/people. All the world is my home, but I more or less live with the rest of my comrades in the Goblet.
6.What is your occupation? I'm a songstress of some modest talent.
7.Write a full physical description of yourself. You might want to consider factors such as: height, weight, race, hair and eye color, style of dress, and any tattoos, scars, or distinguishing marks. A fair lady of an Elezen with snow white hair, leaf green eyes, and a pair of violet stars on her right cheek. She favors pink and white as her colors, and carries a bow and a harp at all times. Men oft have difficulty keeping their eyes up due to a lack of proper buttons on her shirt.
8.To which social class do you belong? Social classes imply division of people. No, thank you.
9.Do you have any allergies, diseases, or other physical weaknesses? Not so far as I'm aware, dahling. Cut me and I would bleed the same as anyone else.
10. Are you right- or left-handed? Right-handed.
11. What does your voice sound like? Have you not heard me sing?
12. What words and/or phrases do you use very frequently? Everyone is 'dahling', unless proven otherwise.
13. What do you have in your pockets? I have pockets?
14. Do you have any quirks, strange mannerisms, annoying habits, or other defining characteristics? Not so far as I'm aware.
Part 2: Growing Up
15. How would you describe your childhood in general? I had a good childhood, and then I became a teenager.
16. What is your earliest memory? Sitting on father's shoulders and watching an archery demonstration just outside the Blue Badger gate.
17. How much schooling have you had? Enough to read and write, survive in the open, and make a living. I've learned far more in history and tactics since first leaving out of Gridania. Life, itself, has been the best teacher.
18. Did you enjoy school? Depends on which school you mean. Conjury studies were terribly boring.
19. Where did you learn most of your skills and other abilities? Here and there...
20. While growing up, did you have any role models? If so, describe them. No one in particular, though I truly was fascinated by the quivermen.
21. While growing up, how did you get along with the other members of your family? Father was the stricter parent, but neither one was abusive. I loved them both.
22. As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up? An archer, and mayhap to join the archer's guild.
23. As a child, what were your favorite activities? Singing - surprise, dahling, really - reading, wandering the Twelveswood. These things have not changed.
24. As a child, what kinds of personality traits did you display? What child isn't too curious for their own good? Or sassy?
25. As a child, were you popular? Who were your friends, and what were they like? I had a few friends, enough to count on one hand, and I liked it that way. I've lost touch with most of them, however.
26. When and with whom was your first kiss? 'Twas by the waterfall in the Central Shroud one eve after sunset. I dare not speak his name.
27. Are you a virgin? If not, when and with whom did you lose your virginity? Getting a tad personal now, but aye...
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. If you are just a normal human, describe any influences in your past that led you to do the things you do today. *tilts her head whist thinking carefully* 'Tis a matter of opinion. Some have called me remarkable for one reason or another, though I beg to differ. There are things I cannot remember which likely did change me into who I am now.
Part 3: Past Influences
29. What do you consider the most important event of your life so far? 'Tis a difficult choice between losing him, and Carteneau. Neither one was easy to take, but both were... influential.
30. Who has had the most influence on you? He who shall not be named.
31. What do you consider your greatest achievement? Surviving Carteneau... in some fashion or another.
32. What is your greatest regret? Failing to save so many lives because of my own fears.
33. What is the most evil thing you have ever done? See above.
34. Do you have a criminal record of any kind? A matter of opinion... mayhap I should, but 'tis all in my own mind.
35. When was the time you were the most frightened? Losing him was only second to staring straight at the Calamity.
36. What is the most embarrassing thing ever to happen to you? ...Having my swim bottoms stolen off of me at Costa del Sol by one Toff Vaughn...
37. If you could change one thing from your past, what would it be, and why? Stop he who shall not be named from slaying the Berunda.
38. What is your best memory? The day he proposed, and gifted me with my coeurl kitten Mille Feuille.
39. What is your worst memory? You would have me repeat this again? Losing him, Carteneau, and then learning of mother and fathers' deaths. Can we move on now?
Part 4: Beliefs And Opinions
40. Are you basically optimistic or pessimistic? Optimism has gotten me further than pessimism.
41. What is your greatest fear? Failing to help others who need it, allowing them to die when I can prevent it.
42. What are your religious views? I consider myself a very pious person. Spend enough time wandering and you will see the works of the gods.
43. What are your political views? Politics has no bearing on how I live my life.
44. What are your views on sex? All things in time.
45. Are you able to kill? Under what circumstances do you find killing to be acceptable or unacceptable? Aye, only if I must.
46. In your opinion, what is the most evil thing any human being could do? Willfully and deliberately harm a child.
47. Do you believe in the existence of soul mates and/or true love? 'Tis a fine romantic idea, is it not? I would be no kind of bard if I didn't.
48. What do you believe makes a successful life? Life is what you make of it. Some measure success on riches, others measure success in their own personal joy, regardless of the former. So long as I can pass on knowing I've saved more lives than I've failed, I would consider that a success.
49. How honest are you about your thoughts and feelings (i.e. do you hide your true self from others, and in what way)? Depends on the subject in question. I consider myself an honest person, but there are times when 'tis better to say little or nothing.
50. Do you have any biases or prejudices? None, or so I try to have none. Bias and prejudice are born of ignorance. Mine is to understand, not to judge. Sometimes this is difficult.
51. Is there anything you absolutely refuse to do under any circumstances? Why do you refuse to do it? Manderville dance whilst wearing one of those unsightly reindeer suits.
52. Who or what, if anything, would you die for (or otherwise go to extremes for)? Too many to name, dahling. Suffice it to say I would.
Part 5: Relationships With Others
53. In general, how do you treat others (politely, rudely, by keeping them at a distance, etc.)? Does your treatment of them change depending on how well you know them, and if so, how? I treat all others with respect and politeness unless they show themselves to be unworthy. This is rare.
54. Who is the most important person in your life, and why? For me, personally, the one closest to my heart. But everyone is in some way important.
55. Who is the person you respect the most, and why? 'Tis hard to name just one. Let me think on it.
56. Who are your friends? Do you have a best friend? Describe these people. I have many friends, but my best friend is Mille Feuille.
57. Do you have a spouse or significant other? If so, describe this person. Jandelaine Hainaut is the one closest to my heart. Not to be confused with the Aesthetician. We are not wed.
58. Have you ever been in love? If so, describe what happened. Aye. Let us leave it at that.
59. What do you look for in a potential lover? I cannot say I actively 'look' for anything. Sometimes one may think they know what they want, and then someone surprises them. Still, it helps if one is also Elezen.
60. How close are you to your family? In terms of blood, mother and father have both passed on. But family is not always determined by blood. Some of my comrades are like family, albeit a strange one.
61. Have you started your own family? If so, describe them. If not, do you want to? Why or why not? One day, mayhap.
62. Who would you turn to if you were in desperate need of help? I admit to being terrible about asking for help with anything. I don't know who I would ask, and I would just as soon not involve anyone else in my problems lest they get hurt for my sake.
63. Do you trust anyone to protect you? Who, and why? *grimaces* Trusting someone to protect me feels like weakness on my part, as if I cannot handle myself.
64. If you died or went missing, who would miss you? Jandelaine, I assume. As for others...?
65. Who is the person you despise the most, and why? Hatred is a slippery slope which leads to regret.
66. Do you tend to argue with people, or avoid conflict? I prefer to avoid conflict if I can, and try to resolve matters peacefully.Â
67. Do you tend to take on leadership roles in social situations? If I must.
68. Do you like interacting with large groups of people? Why or why not? It all depends on the crowd. As a songstress, I needs must interact with my audience, otherwise I try to keep my encounters small.
69. Do you care what others think of you? Most claim they don't care, but 'tis better to take another's opinions under advisement and move on.Â
Part 6: Likes And Dislikes
70. What is/are your favorite hobbies and pastimes? Singing, archery, and playing in the dirt, be it planting flowers or searching for gems.
71. What is your most treasured possession? My coeurl, Mille Feuille.
72. What is your favorite color? *looks at herself* Is it not obvious? Pink, and varying shades of purple.
73. What is your favorite food? Mother Miounne's eel pie.
74. What, if anything, do you like to read? Poetry, of course, and any stories I can get my hands on. Sometimes history.
75. What is your idea of good entertainment (consider music, movies, art, etc.)? I love a good tale, told or written, and I admire the efforts of other musicians.
76. Do you smoke, drink, or use drugs? If so, why? Do you want to quit? I drink very little, and lightly, and I have no desire to touch the other things.
77. How do you spend a typical Saturday night? The last sun out of seven is like any other. There is no shortage of work to be done, but one must take a sun to rest and play now and then.
78. What makes you laugh? A funny tale, teasing others. The latter, I shouldn't, but some deserve it.
79. What, if anything, shocks or offends you? Why anyone would harm an innocent for their own twisted pleasure is beyond me. There are enough problems in the world.
80. What would you do if you had insomnia and had to find something to do to amuse yourself? Try to write some verses, or step outside and play my harp while getting some fresh air.
81. How do you deal with stress? Walk away.
82. Are you spontaneous, or do you always need to have a plan? Depending on the situation, spontaneity can be fun, but a well laid plan could be made to look spontaneous. Sometimes this can be much more fun.
83. What are your pet peeves? Having it assumed that I need to be protected, as it implies weakness. I may look delicate, dahling, but I assure you I haven't survived this long by being some back-line shrinking violet.
Part 7: Self Images And Etc.
84. Describe the routine of a normal day for you. How do you feel when this routine is disrupted? Wake up, bathe if facilities are available, eat breakfast, do what must be done. If the routine is disrupted, it makes little difference. Take care of the disruption and return to routine when you can.
85. What is your greatest strength as a person? Compassion.
86. What is your greatest weakness? Not knowing how to ask for help if I need it. Mayhap there is still some lingering thread of Elezen pride which hinders this.
87. If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be? Why would I change anything?
88. Are you generally introverted or extroverted? Extroverted. What sort of songstress would I be if I shied away from the stage?
89. Are you generally organized or messy? This changes from one day to the next, but I try to remain organized.
90. Name three things you consider yourself to be very good at, and three things you consider yourself to be very bad at. In no particular order - Good: Singing, caring for others, hunting. Bad: Conjury, keeping people alive, worrying that I will fail.
91. Do you like yourself? I should hope so, dahling.
92. What are your reasons for being an adventurer (or doing the strange and heroic things that RPG characters do)? Are your real reasons for doing this different than the ones you tell people in public? (If so, detail both sets of reasons…) 'Tis for me to know, I would rather not talk about it.
93. What goal do you most want to accomplish in your lifetime? Wander the entire world. There is so much more beyond the reaches of Eorzea.
94. Where do you see yourself in 5 years? Hopefully not missing anymore time between now and then... I would like to start a family of my own one day.
95. If you could choose, how would you want to die? My life for the sake of another's. How does not matter, just let it be quick.
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 one last song, make love, and walk into the depths of the Twelveswood one last time.
97. What is the one thing for which you would most like to be remembered after your death? My music, and a poorly buttoned top.
98. What three words best describe your personality? Friendly, gentle, cautious.
99. What three words would others probably use to describe you? I've been called wise, serene, and kind.
100. If you could, what advice would you, the player, give to your character? (You might even want to speak as if he or she were sitting right here in front of you, and use proper tone so he or she might heed your advice…) You have a tendency to dwell on the past, even though it's made you who you are. Learn to let go and move forward.
Part 1: The Basics
1.What is your full name? Ciel Sauveterre. What, dahling, you thought Wulfe was my family name?
2.Where and when were you born? Gridania.
3.Who are/were your parents? (Know their names, occupations, personalities, etc.) Josseloux Sauveterre, a Wood Wailer, and Pienne Sauveterre, a Conjurer.
4.Do you have any siblings? What are/were they like? I was an only child.
5.Where do you live now, and with whom? Describe the place and the person/people. All the world is my home, but I more or less live with the rest of my comrades in the Goblet.
6.What is your occupation? I'm a songstress of some modest talent.
7.Write a full physical description of yourself. You might want to consider factors such as: height, weight, race, hair and eye color, style of dress, and any tattoos, scars, or distinguishing marks. A fair lady of an Elezen with snow white hair, leaf green eyes, and a pair of violet stars on her right cheek. She favors pink and white as her colors, and carries a bow and a harp at all times. Men oft have difficulty keeping their eyes up due to a lack of proper buttons on her shirt.
8.To which social class do you belong? Social classes imply division of people. No, thank you.
9.Do you have any allergies, diseases, or other physical weaknesses? Not so far as I'm aware, dahling. Cut me and I would bleed the same as anyone else.
10. Are you right- or left-handed? Right-handed.
11. What does your voice sound like? Have you not heard me sing?
12. What words and/or phrases do you use very frequently? Everyone is 'dahling', unless proven otherwise.
13. What do you have in your pockets? I have pockets?
14. Do you have any quirks, strange mannerisms, annoying habits, or other defining characteristics? Not so far as I'm aware.
Part 2: Growing Up
15. How would you describe your childhood in general? I had a good childhood, and then I became a teenager.
16. What is your earliest memory? Sitting on father's shoulders and watching an archery demonstration just outside the Blue Badger gate.
17. How much schooling have you had? Enough to read and write, survive in the open, and make a living. I've learned far more in history and tactics since first leaving out of Gridania. Life, itself, has been the best teacher.
18. Did you enjoy school? Depends on which school you mean. Conjury studies were terribly boring.
19. Where did you learn most of your skills and other abilities? Here and there...
20. While growing up, did you have any role models? If so, describe them. No one in particular, though I truly was fascinated by the quivermen.
21. While growing up, how did you get along with the other members of your family? Father was the stricter parent, but neither one was abusive. I loved them both.
22. As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up? An archer, and mayhap to join the archer's guild.
23. As a child, what were your favorite activities? Singing - surprise, dahling, really - reading, wandering the Twelveswood. These things have not changed.
24. As a child, what kinds of personality traits did you display? What child isn't too curious for their own good? Or sassy?
25. As a child, were you popular? Who were your friends, and what were they like? I had a few friends, enough to count on one hand, and I liked it that way. I've lost touch with most of them, however.
26. When and with whom was your first kiss? 'Twas by the waterfall in the Central Shroud one eve after sunset. I dare not speak his name.
27. Are you a virgin? If not, when and with whom did you lose your virginity? Getting a tad personal now, but aye...
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. If you are just a normal human, describe any influences in your past that led you to do the things you do today. *tilts her head whist thinking carefully* 'Tis a matter of opinion. Some have called me remarkable for one reason or another, though I beg to differ. There are things I cannot remember which likely did change me into who I am now.
Part 3: Past Influences
29. What do you consider the most important event of your life so far? 'Tis a difficult choice between losing him, and Carteneau. Neither one was easy to take, but both were... influential.
30. Who has had the most influence on you? He who shall not be named.
31. What do you consider your greatest achievement? Surviving Carteneau... in some fashion or another.
32. What is your greatest regret? Failing to save so many lives because of my own fears.
33. What is the most evil thing you have ever done? See above.
34. Do you have a criminal record of any kind? A matter of opinion... mayhap I should, but 'tis all in my own mind.
35. When was the time you were the most frightened? Losing him was only second to staring straight at the Calamity.
36. What is the most embarrassing thing ever to happen to you? ...Having my swim bottoms stolen off of me at Costa del Sol by one Toff Vaughn...
37. If you could change one thing from your past, what would it be, and why? Stop he who shall not be named from slaying the Berunda.
38. What is your best memory? The day he proposed, and gifted me with my coeurl kitten Mille Feuille.
39. What is your worst memory? You would have me repeat this again? Losing him, Carteneau, and then learning of mother and fathers' deaths. Can we move on now?
Part 4: Beliefs And Opinions
40. Are you basically optimistic or pessimistic? Optimism has gotten me further than pessimism.
41. What is your greatest fear? Failing to help others who need it, allowing them to die when I can prevent it.
42. What are your religious views? I consider myself a very pious person. Spend enough time wandering and you will see the works of the gods.
43. What are your political views? Politics has no bearing on how I live my life.
44. What are your views on sex? All things in time.
45. Are you able to kill? Under what circumstances do you find killing to be acceptable or unacceptable? Aye, only if I must.
46. In your opinion, what is the most evil thing any human being could do? Willfully and deliberately harm a child.
47. Do you believe in the existence of soul mates and/or true love? 'Tis a fine romantic idea, is it not? I would be no kind of bard if I didn't.
48. What do you believe makes a successful life? Life is what you make of it. Some measure success on riches, others measure success in their own personal joy, regardless of the former. So long as I can pass on knowing I've saved more lives than I've failed, I would consider that a success.
49. How honest are you about your thoughts and feelings (i.e. do you hide your true self from others, and in what way)? Depends on the subject in question. I consider myself an honest person, but there are times when 'tis better to say little or nothing.
50. Do you have any biases or prejudices? None, or so I try to have none. Bias and prejudice are born of ignorance. Mine is to understand, not to judge. Sometimes this is difficult.
51. Is there anything you absolutely refuse to do under any circumstances? Why do you refuse to do it? Manderville dance whilst wearing one of those unsightly reindeer suits.
52. Who or what, if anything, would you die for (or otherwise go to extremes for)? Too many to name, dahling. Suffice it to say I would.
Part 5: Relationships With Others
53. In general, how do you treat others (politely, rudely, by keeping them at a distance, etc.)? Does your treatment of them change depending on how well you know them, and if so, how? I treat all others with respect and politeness unless they show themselves to be unworthy. This is rare.
54. Who is the most important person in your life, and why? For me, personally, the one closest to my heart. But everyone is in some way important.
55. Who is the person you respect the most, and why? 'Tis hard to name just one. Let me think on it.
56. Who are your friends? Do you have a best friend? Describe these people. I have many friends, but my best friend is Mille Feuille.
57. Do you have a spouse or significant other? If so, describe this person. Jandelaine Hainaut is the one closest to my heart. Not to be confused with the Aesthetician. We are not wed.
58. Have you ever been in love? If so, describe what happened. Aye. Let us leave it at that.
59. What do you look for in a potential lover? I cannot say I actively 'look' for anything. Sometimes one may think they know what they want, and then someone surprises them. Still, it helps if one is also Elezen.
60. How close are you to your family? In terms of blood, mother and father have both passed on. But family is not always determined by blood. Some of my comrades are like family, albeit a strange one.
61. Have you started your own family? If so, describe them. If not, do you want to? Why or why not? One day, mayhap.
62. Who would you turn to if you were in desperate need of help? I admit to being terrible about asking for help with anything. I don't know who I would ask, and I would just as soon not involve anyone else in my problems lest they get hurt for my sake.
63. Do you trust anyone to protect you? Who, and why? *grimaces* Trusting someone to protect me feels like weakness on my part, as if I cannot handle myself.
64. If you died or went missing, who would miss you? Jandelaine, I assume. As for others...?
65. Who is the person you despise the most, and why? Hatred is a slippery slope which leads to regret.
66. Do you tend to argue with people, or avoid conflict? I prefer to avoid conflict if I can, and try to resolve matters peacefully.Â
67. Do you tend to take on leadership roles in social situations? If I must.
68. Do you like interacting with large groups of people? Why or why not? It all depends on the crowd. As a songstress, I needs must interact with my audience, otherwise I try to keep my encounters small.
69. Do you care what others think of you? Most claim they don't care, but 'tis better to take another's opinions under advisement and move on.Â
Part 6: Likes And Dislikes
70. What is/are your favorite hobbies and pastimes? Singing, archery, and playing in the dirt, be it planting flowers or searching for gems.
71. What is your most treasured possession? My coeurl, Mille Feuille.
72. What is your favorite color? *looks at herself* Is it not obvious? Pink, and varying shades of purple.
73. What is your favorite food? Mother Miounne's eel pie.
74. What, if anything, do you like to read? Poetry, of course, and any stories I can get my hands on. Sometimes history.
75. What is your idea of good entertainment (consider music, movies, art, etc.)? I love a good tale, told or written, and I admire the efforts of other musicians.
76. Do you smoke, drink, or use drugs? If so, why? Do you want to quit? I drink very little, and lightly, and I have no desire to touch the other things.
77. How do you spend a typical Saturday night? The last sun out of seven is like any other. There is no shortage of work to be done, but one must take a sun to rest and play now and then.
78. What makes you laugh? A funny tale, teasing others. The latter, I shouldn't, but some deserve it.
79. What, if anything, shocks or offends you? Why anyone would harm an innocent for their own twisted pleasure is beyond me. There are enough problems in the world.
80. What would you do if you had insomnia and had to find something to do to amuse yourself? Try to write some verses, or step outside and play my harp while getting some fresh air.
81. How do you deal with stress? Walk away.
82. Are you spontaneous, or do you always need to have a plan? Depending on the situation, spontaneity can be fun, but a well laid plan could be made to look spontaneous. Sometimes this can be much more fun.
83. What are your pet peeves? Having it assumed that I need to be protected, as it implies weakness. I may look delicate, dahling, but I assure you I haven't survived this long by being some back-line shrinking violet.
Part 7: Self Images And Etc.
84. Describe the routine of a normal day for you. How do you feel when this routine is disrupted? Wake up, bathe if facilities are available, eat breakfast, do what must be done. If the routine is disrupted, it makes little difference. Take care of the disruption and return to routine when you can.
85. What is your greatest strength as a person? Compassion.
86. What is your greatest weakness? Not knowing how to ask for help if I need it. Mayhap there is still some lingering thread of Elezen pride which hinders this.
87. If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be? Why would I change anything?
88. Are you generally introverted or extroverted? Extroverted. What sort of songstress would I be if I shied away from the stage?
89. Are you generally organized or messy? This changes from one day to the next, but I try to remain organized.
90. Name three things you consider yourself to be very good at, and three things you consider yourself to be very bad at. In no particular order - Good: Singing, caring for others, hunting. Bad: Conjury, keeping people alive, worrying that I will fail.
91. Do you like yourself? I should hope so, dahling.
92. What are your reasons for being an adventurer (or doing the strange and heroic things that RPG characters do)? Are your real reasons for doing this different than the ones you tell people in public? (If so, detail both sets of reasons…) 'Tis for me to know, I would rather not talk about it.
93. What goal do you most want to accomplish in your lifetime? Wander the entire world. There is so much more beyond the reaches of Eorzea.
94. Where do you see yourself in 5 years? Hopefully not missing anymore time between now and then... I would like to start a family of my own one day.
95. If you could choose, how would you want to die? My life for the sake of another's. How does not matter, just let it be quick.
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 one last song, make love, and walk into the depths of the Twelveswood one last time.
97. What is the one thing for which you would most like to be remembered after your death? My music, and a poorly buttoned top.
98. What three words best describe your personality? Friendly, gentle, cautious.
99. What three words would others probably use to describe you? I've been called wise, serene, and kind.
100. If you could, what advice would you, the player, give to your character? (You might even want to speak as if he or she were sitting right here in front of you, and use proper tone so he or she might heed your advice…) You have a tendency to dwell on the past, even though it's made you who you are. Learn to let go and move forward.
