100 Questions to Ask About Your Role-Playing Character

[Vash]

This was taken from Dead Pirate Rose I just thought it would be something fun for everyone to do and can help develop your character! I can't wait to see peoples replies! 

 

Part 1: The Basics

1.What is your full name?

2.Where and when were you born?

3.Who are/were your parents?  (Know their names, occupations, personalities, etc.)

4.Do you have any siblings?  What are/were they like?

5.Where do you live now, and with whom?  Describe the place and the person/people.

6.What is your occupation?

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.

8.To which social class do you belong?

9.Do you have any allergies, diseases, or other physical weaknesses?

10. Are you right- or left-handed?

11. What does your voice sound like?

12. What words and/or phrases do you use very frequently?

13. What do you have in your pockets?

14. Do you have any quirks, strange mannerisms, annoying habits, or other defining characteristics?

Part 2: Growing Up

15. How would you describe your childhood in general?

16. What is your earliest memory?

17. How much schooling have you had?

18. Did you enjoy school?

19. Where did you learn most of your skills and other abilities?

20. While growing up, did you have any role models?  If so, describe them.

21. While growing up, how did you get along with the other members of your family?

22. As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?

23. As a child, what were your favorite activities?

24. As a child, what kinds of personality traits did you display?

25. As a child, were you popular?  Who were your friends, and what were they like?

26. When and with whom was your first kiss?

27. Are you a virgin?  If not, when and with whom did you lose your virginity?

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.

Part 3: Past Influences

29. What do you consider the most important event of your life so far?

30. Who has had the most influence on you?

31. What do you consider your greatest achievement?

32. What is your greatest regret?

33. What is the most evil thing you have ever done?

34. Do you have a criminal record of any kind?

35. When was the time you were the most frightened?

36. What is the most embarrassing thing ever to happen to you?

37. If you could change one thing from your past, what would it be, and why?

38. What is your best memory?

39. What is your worst memory?

Part 4: Beliefs And Opinions

40. Are you basically optimistic or pessimistic?

41. What is your greatest fear?

42. What are your religious views?

43. What are your political views?

44. What are your views on sex?

45. Are you able to kill?  Under what circumstances do you find killing to be acceptable or unacceptable?

46. In your opinion, what is the most evil thing any human being could do?

47. Do you believe in the existence of soul mates and/or true love?

48. What do you believe makes a successful life?

49. How honest are you about your thoughts and feelings (i.e. do you hide your true self from others, and in what way)?

50. Do you have any biases or prejudices?

51. Is there anything you absolutely refuse to do under any circumstances?  Why do you refuse to do it?

52. Who or what, if anything, would you die for (or otherwise go to extremes for)?

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?

54. Who is the most important person in your life, and why?

55. Who is the person you respect the most, and why?

56. Who are your friends?  Do you have a best friend?  Describe these people.

57. Do you have a spouse or significant other?  If so, describe this person.

58. Have you ever been in love?  If so, describe what happened.

59. What do you look for in a potential lover?

60. How close are you to your family?

61. Have you started your own family?  If so, describe them.  If not, do you want to?  Why or why not?

62. Who would you turn to if you were in desperate need of help?

63. Do you trust anyone to protect you?  Who, and why?

64. If you died or went missing, who would miss you?

65. Who is the person you despise the most, and why?

66. Do you tend to argue with people, or avoid conflict?

67. Do you tend to take on leadership roles in social situations?

68. Do you like interacting with large groups of people?  Why or why not?

69. Do you care what others think of you?

Part 6: Likes And Dislikes

70. What is/are your favorite hobbies and pastimes?

71. What is your most treasured possession?

72. What is your favorite color?

73. What is your favorite food?

74. What, if anything, do you like to read?

75. What is your idea of good entertainment (consider music, movies, art, etc.)?

76. Do you smoke, drink, or use drugs?  If so, why?  Do you want to quit?

77. How do you spend a typical Saturday night?

78. What makes you laugh?

79. What, if anything, shocks or offends you?

80. What would you do if you had insomnia and had to find something to do to amuse yourself?

81. How do you deal with stress?

82. Are you spontaneous, or do you always need to have a plan?

83. What are your pet peeves?

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?

85. What is your greatest strength as a person?

86. What is your greatest weakness?

87. If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?

88. Are you generally introverted or extroverted?

89. Are you generally organized or messy?

90. Name three things you consider yourself to be very good at, and three things you consider yourself to be very bad at.

91. Do you like yourself?

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…)

93. What goal do you most want to accomplish in your lifetime?

94. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

95. If you could choose, how would you want to die?

96. If you knew you were going to die in 24 hours, name three things you would do in the time you had left.

97. What is the one thing for which you would most like to be remembered after your death?

98. What three words best describe your personality?

99. What three words would others probably use to describe you?

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…)

[Rosekitten]

Finally got around to editing this post.

 

Salvius Dunois

[spoil]Part 1: The Basics

1.What is your full name? 

"Salvius Rene Dunois"

 

2.Where and when were you born?

"Somewhere in Gridania, 19th Sun of the 6th Astral Moon, 1543"

 

3.Who are/were your parents?  (Know their names, occupations, personalities, etc.)

"Mother - Chenelle Dunois - retired medical assistant - 5 fulms 10 ilms tall, blind in both eyes due to a accident so both eyes are a white or dull grey. Long white hair and had a tattoo marking on her face. Kind hearted and quiet having a soothing voice and a passion to care for those in need. 

 

Father - Garen Dunois - master blacksmith - 6 fulms 10 ilms tall, dark blue eyes with crimson shaded hair. Has a scar on his face as well as a similar tattoo to his wife's. Over all a gentle giant, he can be harsh when the situation calls for it. Works almost none stop."

 

4.Do you have any siblings?  What are/were they like?

"Yes one, a elder brother known as Rique Dunois. From what I remember, a prick for the lack of a better word. Completely full of himself and had a ego the size of a large Roe."

 

5.Where do you live now, and with whom?  Describe the place and the person/people.

"Limsa Lominsa, mostly just renting a place for the time being. Though I would rather be living anywhere but here. Currently sharing the rent with another, an agreement that was drawn up more or less on the spot while at work one afternoon. Hrm... actually his name slips my mind at the moment, neither of us really chat too much and he tends to stay out till the early hours of the morning. It is just a small house, two bedrooms and a living area. Enough to get by and allow both of us to go about our own business."

6.What is your occupation?

"Farm hand, exciting I know. Work is work and this is about as honest as it gets around Limsa."

 

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.

"6 fulms 5 ilms tall, 185.6 about average with being slightly toned from working daily. Elezen Duskweight with shadow grey skin. Dark choppy cut crimson hair with white going along the center, dark blue eyes. My dress tends to be pretty casual. Though with how things have been recently I found it has required a bit of adjustment in my attire, mainly being a chest protector and some other light plate armor additions to allow work to still be accomplished. Three scars on face, one across the right eye, one just barely off to the left of my nose and the third being on the lower left jaw. A handful of marks and scars on areas that are normally covered by everyday clothing.  I do have a tattoo, though it is normally covered as well being on lower abdominal section. Also there is still a burn scar on the palm of my right hand and wrist."

 

8.To which social class do you belong?

"Lower? Is my social class really that important?"

 

9.Do you have any allergies, diseases, or other physical weaknesses?

"Metal allergy, besides that none that I am aware of. Physical weakness? I don't do well around water or in confined spaces if that counts."

 

10. Are you right- or left-handed?

"Right"

 

11. What does your voice sound like?

"Normal, heck if I know I don't commonly think about how to describe it."

 

12. What words and/or phrases do you use very frequently?

"Not sure about any I use frequently. I do make a few sounds more common then not when annoyed or dealing with something I'm not sure of."

 

13. What do you have in your pockets?

"32 gil. What, you think I'm joking?"

 

14. Do you have any quirks, strange mannerisms, annoying habits, or other defining characteristics?

"Oh boy... want a list here? *smirks weakly at the thought* Well there is the whole fear of water, disliking of small spaces. I do tend to be called weird from time to time though I am not sure if that is the area I live in or if I actually am strange in how I act. I also get told I'm a workaholic... I personally just think I keep myself busy, not that some couldn't find that annoying I suppose. Ah yes a bad habit of mine, I tend to eat every chance I get, I have my reasons for this."

 

Part 2: Growing Up

 

15. How would you describe your childhood in general?

"Average I guess, not like I was a prodigy child or anything."

 

16. What is your earliest memory?

"Burning my hand on my father's forge. Lesson learned, listen to your parents." 

 

17. How much schooling have you had?

"Enough, I should go back sometime though I did finish all of the basic classes."

 

18. Did you enjoy school?

"Not really if I have to be honest. It bored me, sitting there listening to some instructor babble on and on about things. Though I wish I had paid more attention to those things now."

 

19. Where did you learn most of your skills and other abilities?

"The smiting was from my father mostly, before he fell ill anyway. The rest was from experience. Life has a way of forcing you to learn skills you didn't think were important till you needed them." 

 

20. While growing up, did you have any role models?  If so, describe them.

"Yes and no. I did always want to join the guard that were in charge of watch of the town, just for the fact that they always seemed to be there when they were needed protecting those weaker then themselves. So I guess not really one person so to say."

 

21. While growing up, how did you get along with the other members of your family?

"I got along with my mother better then my father or sibling. In a way I guess I was a bit of a mamma's boy." 

 

22. As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?

"Hrm..." *thinks on that a moment* "For a while I wanted to be just like my father, though at one time or another I think I did get the crazy thought of becoming a dragon tamer or something." *shrugs and laughs at that thought* 

 

23. As a child, what were your favorite activities?

"Lots of things, running about, playing. Normal kid stuff. There were a few things that weren't as common place I suppose. I did rough house from time to time, also I was known for wondering off. I use to love to explore."

 

24. As a child, what kinds of personality traits did you display?

"Charismatic, energetic, obnoxious, I'm not sure how I survived my childhood actually with how carefree I was."

 

25. As a child, were you popular?  Who were your friends, and what were they like?

"Popular, no not really. I had a small group of close friends. A mix of other Duskwights and Wildwood Elezens. They were normal, I don't really remember what exactly they were each like, it's been years when I last saw any of them."

 

26. When and with whom was your first kiss?

"Probably sometime back when I was eighteen. We'll just say I had a tendency to end up places I shouldn't have been at that age. I don't even remember her face anymore, not that it hardly matters now."

 

27. Are you a virgin?  If not, when and with whom did you lose your virginity?

"What is this a autobiography?" *sighs a little* "Is as far as I know a option? There have been a few times that the drinks have gotten the better of my common sense and to say the least the next morning I was questioning how I ended up where I did."

 

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.

"What type of question is this? Making it sound like mages are not common place. But lets see guess we shall go with the normal option if I can call it that. A lot of thinks influenced me over the years, kind strangers, a drive to make a name for myself. Funny how things end up in the end isn't it?"

 

Part 3: Past Influences

 

29. What do you consider the most important event of your life so far?

"Probably leaving home, the best and worse decision of my life." 

 

30. Who has had the most influence on you?

"A older Hyur I met sometime back when I first found myself in a bit of trouble after leaving home."

 

31. What do you consider your greatest achievement?

"Not giving up when I had every reason to roll over."

 

32. What is your greatest regret?

"Not making amends with my family, never leave home on bad terms."

 

33. What is the most evil thing you have ever done?

"Most evil? I started off on a bit of a rough streak so if someone was in the way and it was a order to take care of them, it was done. Maybe I should start making a regret list."

 

34. Do you have a criminal record of any kind?

"Unofficially, as I said before there was a bit of a rough patch I went through and you have to do what is necessary to survive."

 

35. When was the time you were the most frightened?

"When I first left home, by all accounts I should not be breathing at the moment. I was a child still even at the age of 16, thinking I knew the world and I could make it on my own. A group that met me on the road proved how native I was. Being left for dead in the middle of no where and with no one knowing where I had run off to."

 

36. What is the most embarrassing thing ever to happen to you?

"I knew this was coming." *Inhales a bit mulling over the thought on how to answer this* "I was about 18 I think, long story short I ended up getting into a bit of trouble and being blatantly oblivious to it. Some chatting and drinks later (no one questions your age down some alleys and in the clubs) I found myself in a bit of a predicament. For starters it was pitch black, cold and I couldn't move to save my life. I've no idea how long I was out or even how I ended up where I was, all I knew was that I was in a crate and by he tossing about I was either on the worse built wagon known to exist or on a boat. As luck would have it I was on a boat, in the storage bay with the rest of the shipment that the vessel was carrying. Half thought I was going to die in there as some smart ass nailed the top shut, let alone there seemed to be a few other crates on top of the one I was in. Sooner or later the ship made it to the docks where everything was unloaded. course this also meant someone figured out one of these shipment crates didn't weigh the right amount or something, by that time I was pretty out of it. Not exactly the first impression I wanted to make on anyone of being found half bound in a shipping crate in nothing but my small clothes." 

 

37. If you could change one thing from your past, what would it be, and why?

"One thing, one thing... ah yes. I'd change who exactly I called friends back when I was younger. I think it would have spared me a mountain worth of trouble in the long run." 

 

38. What is your best memory?

"Getting a steady job, no more worries on where the next rent was going to come from or how I was going to afford food the next day."

 

39. What is your worst memory?

"Sort of answered this already but I'll repeat myself. When I thought for sure I was going to die. So many thoughts ran though my mind at the time. Worse thought in the world of dying and no one would know." 

 

Part 4: Beliefs And Opinions

 

40. Are you basically optimistic or pessimistic?

"Optimistic, once in a while I might sway."

 

41. What is your greatest fear?

"Water, end of story. No? oh I should explain on this. Well We'll just say having a elder sibling meant that time together was not always (ever) enjoyable."

 

42. What are your religious views?

"Not overly religious, sure I say a phrase or two to the twelve but I can't say that I go planing my life around them and their beliefs." 

 

43. What are your political views?

"I tend to stay out of such conversations. Most of them leads to one side barking the other is wrong. Yeah staying out of it, have enough to worry about without getting in the middle of things like that."

 

44. What are your views on sex?

"To each their own, I already hear enough stories from the drunkards I hang around with at the Drowning Wench. As long as whoever is involved consents then what issue is there? My personal thought is that there should be more of a meaning behind the action rather then just on a whim. As I said to each their own."

 

45. Are you able to kill?  Under what circumstances do you find killing to be acceptable or unacceptable?

"Yes I can kill, not sure I would still be breathing myself if I could not. None really, though it seems to happen enough if someone is trying to take your life that you would do best to take theirs first." 

 

46. In your opinion, what is the most evil thing any human being could do?

"A number of things, someone thinking that they have the right to decide who lives and dies might be at the top of that list. Actually thinking that someone has control over another in general isn't exactly a healthy thought now is it?"

 

47. Do you believe in the existence of soul mates and/or true love?

"Maybe? Could be possible, wouldn't know personally. Maybe I'll let you know if i get any proof to say one or the other."

 

48. What do you believe makes a successful life?

"Live life to it's fullest. Cliche saying I know. But that's what I think, why complain if you are happy and comfortable with how your life is?"

 

49. How honest are you about your thoughts and feelings (i.e. do you hide your true self from others, and in what way)?

"I tend to be pretty honest. No reason to hide things, well... ok there are some reasons to hide things."

 

50. Do you have any biases or prejudices?

"A few i'm sure, I tend to not let them cloud any judgments on those I meet. Well I try hard not to. Can't really think of one that I dwell on the most at the moment.  Doesn't everyone have at least one or more of these anyway?"

 

51. Is there anything you absolutely refuse to do under any circumstances?  Why do you refuse to do it?

"Just one thing? I have a few that I can name off the top of my head. Harming innocents for starters, already have that in my past haunting me. Pretty much anything that should be common sense (or I would think they would be). Ah I know one, swimming. You want a reason go back to my dislikes list."

 

52. Who or what, if anything, would you die for (or otherwise go to extremes for)?

"Friends, family, probably both being common answers. I'd rather others not suffer if I can help it. Though I'd also rather not die either if that could be helped as well heh."

 

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 like to think I treat everyone the same unless given reason not to. So pretty openly, in a way it could be called polite. As I said i'm pretty open with most, though sometimes I am a little cautious if I am unsure of someone. Of course this changes as I get to know someone. If I didn't trust them before I probably would in due time, plus it's easier to talk with someone who you know rather then just some random stranger." 

 

54. Who is the most important person in your life, and why?

"As of the moment not sure there is a most important person in my life. There are a number that I wouldn't want anything to happen to but that's not the same thing I suppose." 

 

55. Who is the person you respect the most, and why?

"Even if I didn't get along with him I would have to say my father. Despite our disagreements he still was one of the hardest workers I have ever known and worked up from almost nothing into holding a respectable reputation."

 

56. Who are your friends?  Do you have a best friend?  Describe these people.

"Sure I guess, I hang around with or talk with the group I work for/with. Not sure I'd say I have a best friend, most seem to come and go before too long." 

 

57. Do you have a spouse or significant other?  If so, describe this person.

"Neither as of the moment, almost the shortest answer to this interview." *laughs a little*

 

58. Have you ever been in love?  If so, describe what happened.

"Sure, puppy love maybe. never really connected with anyone long enough or rather that they stayed around long enough for things to go beyond that. As far as how things went, they were one sided. Young and dumb I suppose." 

 

59. What do you look for in a potential lover?

"Being easy on the eyes wouldn't be asking for too much would it? Seriously though just someone who would be open and honest."

 

60. How close are you to your family?

"Distant, very distant. So much in fact that I can't really recall what town I actually grew up in or even how to get back there." 

 

61. Have you started your own family?  If so, describe them.  If not, do you want to?  Why or why not?

"Heh, isn't the answer to this obvious? No I have no. Would I want to? Sure someday, though that requires finding someone now doesn't it? As far as why, that's easy. Don't most want a family or to settle down at some point or another? I don't see it as a unreasonable dream."

 

62. Who would you turn to if you were in desperate need of help?

"Over the years of staying in Limsa I seem to have become a favorite to the children growing up there. No idea why they are drawn to me but some of them would probably look to me for help if they needed it. Actually a few times they have now that I think on it."

 

63. Do you trust anyone to protect you?  Who, and why?

"To protect me? I like to think I can handle that myself. I suppose if I am part of a group or organization I'd like to think that I could trust them to do so if it is needed. At the least to watch my back." 

 

64. If you died or went missing, who would miss you?

"That is a very good question, I'd like to say my family but I'm not sure if they ever figured out I went missing in the first place. I'm sure there are some that I work for that would miss me, at the least I can get to work on time and not cause any issues." 

 

65. Who is the person you despise the most, and why?

"Eh... despise is a strong word. I'm not very fond of whatever group nearly killed me when I was younger. Or whoever decided that stealing my possessions and shoving me into a crate was funny..."

 

66. Do you tend to argue with people, or avoid conflict?

"Avoid conflict. I can get a bit of a short temper in a argument so I try to avoid them at all costs."

 

67. Do you tend to take on leadership roles in social situations?

"Maybe, never been presented the chance to attempt this. I'm pretty content with following most of the time." 

 

68. Do you like interacting with large groups of people?  Why or why not?

"Depends on the people, if its a room full of over prideful Elezen's then no." *chuckles a little at that* "I tend to do well in crowds, though odds are I'll mainly stick to a small group and socialize with them, large groups can make it hard to actually get any meaningful conversations in."

 

69. Do you care what others think of you?

"Not really, I grew use to odd looks and snide remarks when I was younger. Completely ignore such things now so they can think what they will."

 

Part 6: Likes And Dislikes

 

70. What is/are your favorite hobbies and pastimes?

"Exploring, being social in general. There is also cooking, I do enjoy that, compared to my other hobbies that might be the more relaxing one." 

 

71. What is your most treasured possession?

"Dose a minion count? Not quite sure what I'd do if that little cherry bomb stopped trailing me around seeing how long he's been by my side no matter what."

 

72. What is your favorite color?

"White."

 

73. What is your favorite food?

"Any type of fruit pastries, not kidding here.. I have weaknesses. Besides that I'm not really picky." 

 

74. What, if anything, do you like to read?

"I don't read much, I do every once in a while, mostly being articles of news in the area from time to time."

 

75. What is your idea of good entertainment (consider music, movies, art, etc.)?

"Watching the drunks yell at one another till it comes to blows. Seriously there is some of the most absurd lines you will ever hear being spouted from someones mouth."

 

76. Do you smoke, drink, or use drugs?  If so, why?  Do you want to quit?

"Smoking no, tried it hacked up a lung. I'm good thanks. I do drink from time to time, bit of a light weight though so normally only in good company. The drinking is more of just social drinking, it's good to break tension. As far as quitting, I could I suppose though it isn't a problem so why would I?"

 

77. How do you spend a typical Saturday night?

*rubs the back of his neck a little* "Was that a question? I know you asked me if I use drugs but I'm starting to wonder if you do."

 

78. What makes you laugh?

"Normally, lewd jokes tend to do it. There are a few other things, snide comments at times. I have a bit of a spot for dark humor as well." 

 

79. What, if anything, shocks or offends you?

"When someone wastes food, obviously they have no idea what it is like to go without."

 

80. What would you do if you had insomnia and had to find something to do to amuse yourself?

"Well I'd certainly get more work done if I had this problem. I do go through minor bouts where I am unable to sleep from time to time as it is. Who knows I always did wonder what went on in the world during the hours that I was sleeping. It would give me a excuse to go find out and wish I hadn't later."

 

81. How do you deal with stress?

"I try to avoid stressing in the first place. One day at a time. Though over the years I have found that cooking can be quite relaxing. Or if it is something weighing heavily on my thoughts banging a hammer against a anvil works wonders..."

 

82. Are you spontaneous, or do you always need to have a plan?

"Plan? Yeah right. when I plan things they never go the way I want them. So I'd say I'm pretty spontaneous."

 

83. What are your pet peeves?

"Certain noises, one being loud chewing." *seems to shudder slightly at the thought* "It just makes this annoying repetitive sound..."

 

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?

"Normal day huh, get up go to work, once that is done return back to town and seek out any other forms of work that might be posted up. After that everything is pretty up in the air, either I'm working or I get dragged out by some of my co workers to the nearest tavern. If this is disrupted then well.. I suppose I'm ok with it? Work on farms are never done so I'd be interested in seeing what would break at least that routine." 

 

85. What is your greatest strength as a person?

"Hrm, not sure really. Never had to think about it." *shifts a little in the chair.* "I'm reliable, besides that I'm not really sure."

 

86. What is your greatest weakness?

"Too pessimistic, I tend to shrug most things off without a second thought."

 

87. If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?

"Getting rid of that fear of water would be great given where I live."

 

88. Are you generally introverted or extroverted?

"Extrovert."

 

89. Are you generally organized or messy?

"Organized mess? Is that a option here? I know where things are thus I see no issue how things are arranged." 

 

90. Name three things you consider yourself to be very good at, and three things you consider yourself to be very bad at.

"Lets see good at would be cooking, blacksmith and talking. Bad would have to be..  fishing, any form of magic.. um.. talking about myself apparently heh."

 

91. Do you like yourself?

"Sure, whats there not to like? A good looking - ok I'm not that full of myself. No I do like myself, might as well I might be the only one who dose." 

 

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…)

"I like exploring, plus it serves as a distraction from the area I live in. Being surrounded at all times by your worse fear is not pleasant. My real reasons? I happen upon certain ... events, yes we'll call them events and I help if I am needed. I don't really go out and seek such things I just have a knack for getting roped into things." 

 

93. What goal do you most want to accomplish in your lifetime?

"The most? I don't know... I suppose prove that I did something with my life instead of wasting it away. Even if that is just a family and no one remembers whatever tale I happen to spin between now and that time I wouldn't mind too much."

 

94. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

"If all goes well, still alive." *Laughs weakly before clearing his throat* "Really though, in five years... a lot can happen in five years. Maybe I'll have a place of my won by then or be away from Limsa." 

 

95. If you could choose, how would you want to die?

"Well.. that is a bit of a morbid question isn't it?" *frowns a bit at it* "Well I suppose of old age would be the better option. Too many reports of people going missing and being killed off before they really had a chance to do anything." 

 

96. If you knew you were going to die in 24 hours, name three things you would do in the time you had left.

"Still on the death streak here? Alright alright. On the spot like that I'm not really sure. Well finding a new owner for that cherry bombling that follows me about might be a good start. Past that nothing really important. Get some drinks and down them while watching the last sunset I'll see. I could do something more reckless but I think i'd rather go off on a good note."

 

97. What is the one thing for which you would most like to be remembered after your death?

" 'Hey whatever happened to that weird guy that we worked with?' Hrm, do I want to be remembered? If someone remembers you for the good then someone remembers you for the bad too. I don't know, I'm content with not being remembered, I never did look to put my name in a history book."

 

98. What three words best describe your personality?

"Responsible, energetic, cheerful"

 

99. What three words would others probably use to describe you?

"Care-free, hard-headed, workaholic"

 

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…)

Salv dear go out into the world, doing the same thing day in and day out and you'll be doing it till the day you die. Take on the world because I know you can do it.[/spoil]

[Martiallais]

Awesome to see this here. This is another of the fun little things I try to do over time while I'm putting together a character to RP with.

[Naunet]

Oof, I love these things. Going to fill one out for Anti. :3

[Alothia]

Mostly done!

 

100 Questions to Ask About Your Role-Playing Character

Part 1: The Basics

1. What is your full name? Alothia Oakenwave Starkwood

2. Where and when were you born? The 29th day of the 6th Astral Moon 1546

3. Who are/were your parents? (Know their names, occupations, personalities, etc.) Emet and Auginae Oakenwave. Emet and Auginae were originally from the tribes, but decided to leave and start a new life, which included taking their own names and ditching the life that they had known before. Emet was a Carpenter and Auginae was a weaver, and they made their gil by doing odd jobs for the people of Hyrstmill, having built a small house in the Shroud near there. The two of them were very much in love, but had to work very hard in order to maintain their lives, so they didn’t have much time for Alothia. She was often seen playing with the children of the village, often without supervision.

4. Do you have any siblings? What are/were they like? Lini Oakenwave is Alothia’s sister. Alothia didn’t know much about her or her personality before she left, as Lini was only a baby at the time. Lini is ditsy and vapid, she talks a lot, and quickly. She often asks stupid questions and has to be told things more than once.

5. Where do you live now, and with whom? Describe the place and the person/people. Alothia is currently residing at Para’s house, with Para. Before then, before the Calamity, Alothia lived with the various members of Corvus in their building on Sapphire Ave. in Ul’Dah.

6. What is your occupation? Do gooder extraordinaire. She’s a business owner, dipping her fingers into as many jobs as possible. She believes in giving everyone a chance to excel at what they do best, and hires many different people.

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. Alothia is a tall miqo’te, standing at 5 fulms, 6 ilms. She is not heavy, but is not slender either, being full at the bust and the hips. Her skin is pale, but not deathly so, with large purple-grey eyes and a smile that cracks her face in two.

8. To which social class do you belong? Alothia is a comfortable middle class. She believes in treating those around her well, and so she often will give more money to others instead of taking the larger portion of the profits for herself.

9. Do you have any allergies, diseases, or other physical weaknesses? No, Alothia is generally in good health.

10. Are you right- or left-handed? Right

11. What does your voice sound like? She has a deep, full voice, but it is still feminine. She can often be heard chortling or chuckling loudly.

12. What words and/or phrases do you use very frequently? “Oi.” “Twelve!”

13. What do you have in your pockets? Ink and quill, notebook, gil, daggers

14. Do you have any quirks, strange mannerisms, annoying habits, or other defining characteristics? Alothia tries to find the best in everyone and in most situations. She laughs loudly and often, and will turn most anything into a joke, using innuendo quite often. She often comes across as being too good, which I suppose could be quite annoying in the long run, but there are reasons for this.

Part 2: Growing Up

15. How would you describe your childhood in general? Alothia’s parents wanted what was best for her, but often did it at the sacrifice of time with her. She was often pushed to the side so that her parents could work or take care of the baby. She was resentful of this and left home at 15 because of it.

16. What is your earliest memory? Watching her mother’s spinning wheel spinning, and hearing her mother sing while she worked. Alothia loved to hear her mother singing.

17. How much schooling have you had? One of the things that Alothia was pushed to do while her parents were working was to study. She learned how to write and read, and how to do basic mathematical equations.

18. Did you enjoy school? It wasn’t so much school as working with a tutor, but Alothia saw it as a challenge, and one she wanted to conquer.

19. Where did you learn most of your skills and other abilities? Growing up with the children of the village and after she left home, Alothia learned a few street smart skills. She learned how to wield a dagger and how to hunt and fix food to eat. Skills any teenaged scamp should know.

20. While growing up, did you have any role models? If so, describe them. Not really. Alothia just wanted to NOT be her parents.

21. While growing up, how did you get along with the other members of your family? Alothia loved her family, but resented that she didn’t get enough attention or time from them, so she up and left. She said hurtful things to her parents before she did, making sure to burn bridges with them.

22. As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up? Successful?

23. As a child, what were your favorite activities? Pickpocketing, rough-housing, reading and writing

24. As a child, what kinds of personality traits did you display? Alothia was a very charismatic child. She had everyone convinced that she was innocent and good, while sneaking around and doing shady things in the background.

25. As a child, were you popular? Who were your friends, and what were they like? Alothia was very popular and led a small gang of children. They were poor and looking for guidance, and they found it in her. Together, they managed to steal things and beat people up, all while maintaining an innocent facade.

26. When and with whom was your first kiss? A young hyur boy from the village. She doesn’t remember his name, or much about him.

27. Are you a virgin? If not, when and with whom did you lose your virginity? No, most certainly not. Alothia lost her virginity to one of the men she had come to become associated with in her 16th year. His name was Wil, and he was a gentle soul. She broke his heart.

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. Alothia’s past haunts her to this day and causes her to be the “good” person she tries to be. Those questions should be answered in the next section.

Part 3: Past Influences

29. What do you consider the most important event of your life so far? Probably the day that she discovered all of the horrible things that she had been doing really had an effect on other people. It was her lowest point, but enabled her to be better and do the right thing.

30. Who has had the most influence on you? Mr. Starkwood. He’s the person who took her in when she was at her lowest and enabled her to start over again.

31. What do you consider your greatest achievement? The founding of Corvus. It was a place where she could build a new family around her, and create a safe place for people who needed it.

32. What is your greatest regret? Not patching things up with her parents before they died.

33. What is the most evil thing you have ever done? Extortion. Murder. Forced prostitution...the list goes on and on.

34. Do you have a criminal record of any kind? Nothing that can be traced back to her.

35. When was the time you were the most frightened? Either when Zenge was being badgered by Oskar, or when Nel was being tortured in front of her eyes...or when she remembered what it felt like to have power over people during the Vultures training exercise.

36. What is the most embarrassing thing ever to happen to you? She doesn’t get embarrassed easily...I will have to get back to you on this one.

37. If you could change one thing from your past, what would it be, and why? She would give up the life that she lead once she left home. Become a legitimate business owner from the get-go and work on making people’s lives better, not worse.

38. What is your best memory?

39. What is your worst memory?

Part 4: Beliefs And Opinions

40. Are you basically optimistic or pessimistic? Optimistic

41. What is your greatest fear?

42. What are your religious views? A firm believer in the Twelve, especially Nophica and Memphina

43. What are your political views? Alothia doesn’t care one way or another about politics. She cares more about her friends than the machinations of people with money and power

44. What are your views on sex? Alothia is monogamous and wants her partners to be the same. She believes that you love who you love, and within the bounds of your relationship, you have to discuss what goes and what doesn’t. She also doesn’t care if you are gay, straight, whatever. Sex is an integral part of a relationship to her, and talking about it can be fun/amusing.

45. Are you able to kill? Under what circumstances do you find killing to be acceptable or unacceptable? Alothia has killed before, and will kill again. If you threaten her or her “family” she will not throw out that option.

46. In your opinion, what is the most evil thing any human being could do? Torturing others or harming others for fun is the most reprehensible offence.

47. Do you believe in the existence of soul mates and/or true love? She believes in the power of love, but she’s not sure about soul mates or one true love. Love changes over time, and with the person, so she believes that love can come and go.

48. What do you believe makes a successful life? Surrounding yourself with people who make you happy, and things that help bring you happiness. If you can do that, then you are successful.

49. How honest are you about your thoughts and feelings (i.e. do you hide your true self from others, and in what way)? She tends to hide her past, but she doesn’t hide her thoughts or feelings.

50. Do you have any biases or prejudices? No.

51. Is there anything you absolutely refuse to do under any circumstances? Why do you refuse to do it? Anything is fair game if the situation calls for it.

52. Who or what, if anything, would you die for (or otherwise go to extremes for)? Any member of Corvus, her close friends, her sister.

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? Politely at all times. Alothia believes in treating others the way she wants to be treated unless they somehow manage to make her feel they deserve less.

54. Who is the most important person in your life, and why? At this moment, probably Para, but he’s a close tie with all of her friends from Corvus, especially Kass, whom she feels is like a sister to her.

55. Who is the person you respect the most, and why? Alothia really respects the quiet strength of Kass, and the thoughtful introspection of Burgen.

56. Who are your friends? Do you have a best friend? Describe these people. Where do I begin? Alothia has a long list of people she considers friends.

Kass- her best friend, or at least she was before the Calamity. Fearless- He’s strong willed and stubborn, but has a heart of gold. Nel- someone she would lay her life down for. Zenge- even though their relationship ended, she still wonders if he is safe and well. Para- her boyfriend. They’re caught up in quite the tumultuous relationship. Leanna- a young Lalafell that Alothia has taken under her wing. She sees a strong sense of spirit in Leanna. Lainseworth- a Lalafell that Alothia thought she had lost, but now has back. Burgenheim- A large, fabulous Roe whom Alothia looks up to figuratively and literally.

57. Do you have a spouse or significant other? If so, describe this person. Para. He’s a young hyur, with a good heart and a great personality. They play well off of each other, giving each other a hard time and joking around. They have painful pasts and can understand each other’s troubles...it’s a passionate relationship, but there is definitely more than just physical attraction at work there.

58. Have you ever been in love? If so, describe what happened. Numerous times. Oskar was Alothia’s first love, and she was blinded by it. He tore her to bits and left her hurt. After Oskar, Alothia fell in love with Zenge, a friend turned lover. They were together until just before the Calamity, at which point she vanished with the rest of the time skippers. Afterward, she met Para, and was swept up in his life.

59. What do you look for in a potential lover? A good sense of humor first and foremost. Beyond that, caring and understanding, a strong sense of self. She doesn’t want someone who needs to be saved or who wants to save her. She wants someone that she can be a partner with, with some give and take on both sides.

60. How close are you to your family? Not very. Alothia burned her bridges with her family when she left home, but did start to establish a sort of relationship with her sister the year before the Calamity.

61. Have you started your own family? If so, describe them. If not, do you want to? Why or why not? Not yet, but Alothia is very interested in starting a family. She thinks that she would make a great mother, and she would do her best to make up for her own mistakes with a child. She just would need to trust someone enough to make a family with them.

62. Who would you turn to if you were in desperate need of help? Any one of her aforementioned friends.

63. Do you trust anyone to protect you? Who, and why? Again, any one of her friends. Once you are considered her friend, she would trust you with anything.

64. If you died or went missing, who would miss you? She has gone missing, with the rest of the time skippers. She is slowly learning who did miss her. Right now, Kass, Burgen, and Lainse are in that number.

65. Who is the person you despise the most, and why? Currently it would be Joshua because she does not understand his motives and thinks that he does what he does out of a need to be cruel.

66. Do you tend to argue with people, or avoid conflict? She tends to avoid outright conflict unless you step on her friends, in which case she will get quite riled up.

67. Do you tend to take on leadership roles in social situations? Yes. Alothia feels that it is her duty to make sure that people are interacting and having a good time.

68. Do you like interacting with large groups of people? Why or why not? She is ever the social butterfly, and she enjoys talking and interacting with as many people as possible.

69. Do you care what others think of you? To some extent. She’s more worried about her own self-loathing.

Part 6: Likes And Dislikes

70. What is/are your favorite hobbies and pastimes? Reading, writing, going out with a group of friends.

71. What is your most treasured possession? Her notebook.

72. What is your favorite color? Purple

73. What is your favorite food? Tuna Miqo’bobs

74. What, if anything, do you like to read? Anything and everything. Alothia devours books, although you might not know it just by looking at her. She reads novels and guidebooks to the atherial arts...if it’s written, she’ll read it.

75. What is your idea of good entertainment (consider music, movies, art, etc.)? She enjoys listening to poetry and stories, she likes music on the lute and the flute, singing, etc.

76. Do you smoke, drink, or use drugs? If so, why? Do you want to quit? No, Alothia does not partake in drugs, but she will drink in the company of friends. She used to use drugs as a means to get other people to work for her, so she knows the effect that they can have on others.

77. How do you spend a typical Saturday night? Either looking over the books, reading, writing, or spending time with friends.

78. What makes you laugh? A good joke, anything that could be considered dirty in nature, the discomfort of friends (but only when it’s in jest...never in earnest)

79. What, if anything, shocks or offends you? Alothia is pretty easy going, not taking offense to much. She wouldn’t like it if you outright insult someone else, but other than that, she’s pretty difficult to offend.

80. What would you do if you had insomnia and had to find something to do to amuse yourself? She has this problem on occasion, being a Moonkeeper. SHe tries to keep her schedule more like that of a Hyur, so it can become problematic. She often will write in her journal or read a book, or simply stare out the window. If it gets really bad, she’ll go outside and find a quiet spot to meditate.

81. How do you deal with stress? Lance work. If Alothia is extremely stressed, she will go and train with her lance.

82. Are you spontaneous, or do you always need to have a plan? Fairly spontaneous

83. What are your pet peeves? Picking on others simply to make yourself feel better, intolerance, people who think they are morally superior

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? Get up. Check the books. Eat. Do chores. Check for new jobs. Go out and make gil. COme home. Eat. Maybe go out. She doesn’t get interrupted much because she’s her own boss so she sets her own schedule. It can change and does change on the fly.

85. What is your greatest strength as a person? Her ability to bring out the best in others.

86. What is your greatest weakness? She’s too trusting of others.

87. If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be? Reconcile her past and present selves.

88. Are you generally introverted or extroverted? Extroverted but with a need for some alone/quiet time.

89. Are you generally organized or messy? Controlled chaos describes her best.

90. Name three things you consider yourself to be very good at, and three things you consider yourself to be very bad at. Good: talking to others, being a good listener, following through. Bad: Thinking things out, being patient, arguments.

91. Do you like yourself? No. She can’t stand who she was and that colors how she sees herself now.

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…) Mostly its to earn gil so that she can lead the life she wants to lead. Nothing more, nothing less.

93. What goal do you most want to accomplish in your lifetime? Get married, have a family, surround herself with friends.

94. Where do you see yourself in 5 years? Married with a child, still running Corvus

95. If you could choose, how would you want to die? Quietly in her sleep

96. If you knew you were going to die in 24 hours, name three things you would do in the time you had left. She would be sure to give her things away and make sure that everyone she cares for was taken care of, and she’d spend her last moments in the arms of the person she is in love with.

97. What is the one thing for which you would most like to be remembered after your death? Being the kind of person who brought people together and fought for those people.

98. What three words best describe your personality? Self-sacrificing, humorous, motivated

99. What three words would others probably use to describe you? Nice, strong-willed, 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…) Alothia, don’t let people take advantage of you. I know you want to do the right thing for the people you’re friends with, but that doesn’t mean sacrificing yourself all of the time. You can be a good person and still have a backbone.

 

 

 

[Gospel Gestalt]

Okie, answered most of them IC.

 

 

Part 1: The Basics

 

1.What is your full name?

"Gospel Gestalt."

 

2.Where and when were you born?

"Sharlayan."

 

3.Who are/were your parents? (Know their names, occupations, personalities, etc.)

"Mathias and Izabella Gestalt. Master Alchemist and Dollmaker."

 

4.Do you have any siblings? (What are/were they like?)

"Only child."

 

5.Where do you live now, and with whom? (Describe the place and the person/people.)

"I own a manor and Library in Ul’dah but I also own various smaller homes scattered throughout the Three regions."

 

6.What is your occupation?

"Dollmaker and Headmaster of the Black Lotus Librarium."

 

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.

*Nameday: 31st Sun of the 5th Umbral Moon 1552 (7/31)

Age: 25 (looks 20 due to Louisoux's Aetheric Rift.)

Height: Very Short (by Hyur standards). 5 fulms 3 ilms.

Weight: Less than average. 105 ponz.

Body: Thin. Average muscle, smooth in shape.

Hair: long, silver, naturally straight and kept in good condition.

Eyes: Slitted pupil in left eye, bold heterochromia: left eye is purple, right eye is red.

Skin: Pale, smooth.

Scars/Markings: No noticeable markings on the face, save for a vertical scar running down the left side of his eye with a few marks which almost appear to be like burns. Left pupil has an unnatural slit which could be compared to being similar in shape to some Sunseeker Miqo’te. Body possesses a few scars from being battle hardened in his practices of magick and overall way of living.

Clothes: Generally expensive clothes that are black or some deep shade of red or purple. Rarely seen in heavier gear.*

 

8.To which social class do you belong?

"Upper class."

 

9.Do you have any allergies, diseases, or other physical weaknesses?

"Luna Sedata Syndrome: A medical term for the curse I suffer from."

 

10. Are you right- or left-handed?

"Ambidextrous but I prefer my left."

 

11. What does your voice sound like?

"Light, soft but clear. On occasion I've been told I have a light feminine touch to my voice?"

 

12. What words and/or phrases do you use very frequently?

“Hm.” And “I see.”

 

13. What do you have in your pockets?

"Small tools and alchemical trinkets"

 

14. Do you have any quirks, strange mannerisms, annoying habits, or other defining characteristics?

"Poor eye contact, sighs a lot, slouches often."

 

Part 2: Growing Up

 

15. How would you describe your childhood in general?

"As miserable as everyone else, probably."

 

16. What is your earliest memory?

"Vague and blurry still images of Sharlayan."

 

17. How much schooling have you had?

"Too much."

 

18. Did you enjoy school?

"For the most part, yes."

 

19. Where did you learn most of your skills and other abilities?

"Natural aptitude, parents and you guessed it, schooling."

 

20. While growing up, did you have any role models? If so, describe them.

"Mother because she stayed by my side during my darkest moments and stories about the fabled sorcerer Ramuh."

 

21. While growing up, how did you get along with the other members of your family?

"I grew distant with my father due to an accident."

 

22. As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?

"A master alchemist and dollmaker like mother and father. Still do."

 

23. As a child, what were your favorite activities?

"Reading about fairy tales and books on ancient history. I also enjoyed tinkering with broken automatons mother had laying around."

 

24. As a child, what kinds of personality traits did you display?

"Curious yet cautious."

 

25. As a child, were you popular? Who were your friends, and what were they like?

"I had little to no friends and was private tutored."

 

26. When and with whom was your first kiss?

"I can’t remember."

 

27. Are you a virgin? If not, when and with whom did you lose your virginity?

"Yes, I've never been interested in sex."

 

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.

"I guess I owe a -thank you- to my family and whoever else I ran into during my life since the choices and interactions I made with them are what ultimately put me where I am at today. So there is your answer."

 

Part 3: Past Influences

 

29. What do you consider the most important event of your life so far?

"The day I got into that terrible accident with my father."

 

30. Who has had the most influence on you?

"Currently? I’d say the Three most influential people in my life would be: Remilia, Endemerrin and Bancroft."

 

31. What do you consider your greatest achievement?

"Rebuilding a Magitech Vanguard H-1"

 

32. What is your greatest regret?

"Not saying -I love you- enough."

 

33. What is the most evil thing you have ever done?

"I’ve killed to progress my work."

 

34. Do you have a criminal record of any kind?

"Not officially, but I am on numerous watch lists and frequently assaulted with search warrants for contraband."

 

35. When was the time you were the most frightened?

"When the Ascian marked me with the scar that still lingers today."

 

36. What is the most embarrassing thing ever to happen to you?

"Probably when I was asked about my love life and requested to pose in swimwear."

 

37. If you could change one thing from your past, what would it be, and why?

"That Gods forsaken ritual. It never should of happened."

 

38. What is your best memory?

"The day I made my first automaton. I named her -Scarlet.-"

 

39. What is your worst memory?

"I already answered this question."

 

Part 4: Beliefs And Opinions

 

40. Are you basically optimistic or pessimistic?

"I tend to bounce between the Two."

 

41. What is your greatest fear?

"Losing the ones I love."

 

42. What are your religious views?

"I feel the Twelve exist but are no different than the Primals."

 

43. What are your political views?

"Annoying but necessary."

 

44. What are your views on sex?

"…It’s a necessary process. I’m sure there are some who enjoy it more than others."

 

45. Are you able to kill? Under what circumstances do you find killing to be acceptable or unacceptable?

"Yes I am able. I find it acceptable when forced into self-defense and also if their death will serve a higher purpose."

 

46. In your opinion, what is the most evil thing any human being could do?

"I always found torture to be unnecessary."

 

47. Do you believe in the existence of soul mates and/or true love?

"I do."

 

48. What do you believe makes a successful life?

"Doing whatever makes you happy, I guess."

 

49. How honest are you about your thoughts and feelings (i.e. do you hide your true self from others, and in what way)?

"I’m honest enough."

 

50. Do you have any biases or prejudices?

"Everybody does, why would I be any different?"

 

51. Is there anything you absolutely refuse to do under any circumstances? Why do you refuse to do it?

"Too many to count."

 

52. Who or what, if anything, would you die for (or otherwise go to extremes for)?

"I already answered this question…"

 

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 keep them at fair distance until I can trust them and even then I’m still weary of them."

 

54. Who is the most important person in your life, and why?

"I’d rather not say."

 

55. Who is the person you respect the most, and why?

"Endemerrin Rosethorne. He’s always been a dependable friend has always gone out of his way to help me."

 

56. Who are your friends? Do you have a best friend? Describe these people.

"My closest friends would probably be Bancroft, Endemerrin, Remilia and Rorolumu."

 

57. Do you have a spouse or significant other? If so, describe this person.

"Not currently."

 

58. Have you ever been in love? If so, describe what happened.

"Yes, I was turned down unfortunately."

 

59. What do you look for in a potential lover?

"Someone who would never give up on me."

 

60. How close are you to your family?

"Close with my mother, distant with my father."

 

61. Have you started your own family? If so, describe them. If not, do you want to? Why or why not?

"No I have not."

 

62. Who would you turn to if you were in desperate need of help?

"My mammets... If not them then probably my friends."

 

63. Do you trust anyone to protect you? Who, and why?

"I trust my automatons. They have never failed me and never will."

 

64. If you died or went missing, who would miss you?

"…I’m not sure?"

 

65. Who is the person you despise the most, and why?

"I feel that it should be obvious at this point but I’ll answer again. My father."

 

66. Do you tend to argue with people, or avoid conflict?

"Avoid conflict."

 

67. Do you tend to take on leadership roles in social situations?

"I tend to let others take the spotlight but am not opposed to taking the lead when necessary."

 

68. Do you like interacting with large groups of people? Why or why not?

"I despise crowds."

 

69. Do you care what others think of you?

"Not in the slightest."

 

Part 6: Likes And Dislikes

 

70. What is/are your favorite hobbies and pastimes?

"Dollmaking, reading, alchemy, gardening, exploring."

 

71. What is your most treasured possession?

"My stardust rod and thyrus."

 

72. What is your favorite color?

"Black… But some would say that’s not a color, so I’ll pick purple."

 

73. What is your favorite food?

"Cheese soup."

 

74. What, if anything, do you like to read?

"History and fairy tales."

 

75. What is your idea of good entertainment (consider music, movies, art, etc.)?

"Listening to a live playing at a quiet tavern while reading a book always brought a nice sense of comfort to me."

 

76. Do you smoke, drink, or use drugs? If so, why? Do you want to quit?

"I don’t drink… I have smoked on an extremely rare occasion but it was never something I had gotten into."

 

77. How do you spend a typical Saturday night?

"Being alone at home with a good book."

 

78. What makes you laugh?

"I tend to have a soft spot for sarcastic jokes."

 

79. What, if anything, shocks or offends you?

"People in general do a good job at this."

 

80. What would you do if you had insomnia and had to find something to do to amuse yourself?

"I would probably see if I could get my mammets to act out a play for me."

 

81. How do you deal with stress?

"With meditation."

 

82. Are you spontaneous, or do you always need to have a plan?

"I always plan ahead... Most of the time."

 

83. What are your pet peeves?

"This is one of them."

 

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?

"Usually involves some form of lounging. I’ve learned to cope with interruptions."

 

85. What is your greatest strength as a person?

"Probably my self-reliance."

 

86. What is your greatest weakness?

"Not being able to trust people."

 

87. If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?

"Eternal youth would be a nice change."

 

88. Are you generally introverted or extroverted?

"Take a wild guess..."

 

89. Are you generally organized or messy?

"Organized."

 

90. Name three things you consider yourself to be very good at, and three things you consider yourself to be very bad at.

"The good: Magick, Alchemy, Dollmaking. The bad: Socializing, trusting others, poor eating habits."

 

91. Do you like yourself?

"Sure."

 

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…)

"I’d like to see the stories that were in my books with my own eyes. It would depend on how they asked the question."

 

93. What goal do you most want to accomplish in your lifetime?

"To prove my theory about the mother crystal."

 

94. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

"I’ve got better things to worry about."

 

95. If you could choose, how would you want to die?

"Peacefully."

 

96. If you knew you were going to die in 24 hours, name three things you would do in the time you had left.

"Let my mammets go, put my belongings in a time capsule, die at my favorite location."

 

97. What is the one thing for which you would most like to be remembered after your death?

"I couldn’t care one bit."

 

98. What three words best describe your personality?

"Cold, uncaring and probably too lazy for my own good."

 

99. What three words would others probably use to describe you?

"Go ask them."

 

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…)

"Stop being an asshole, people love you and you love them. Stop being a tsundere bitch all the time and show them that you care."

 

Love

The OoC Gospel.

 

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[Noelle]

 

*Sits herself down on a stool, crossing her arms under her chest and slipping one leg over the other, ready for the questions*

Part 1: The Basics

1. What is your full name?

    "Remilia Levana."

 

2. Where and when were you born?

    "Within Gridania, my nameday is the 4th sun of the 6th Astral Moon."

 

3. Who are/were your parents?  (Know their names, occupations, personalities, etc.)

    "My father was an adventurer, though he retired from that when he met my mother, and she was a songstress. Personality-wise, my father would have been.. Hm, “Brash” or “Courageous” I suppose would have fitted him. My mother was graceful and pretty relaxed."

 

4. Do you have any siblings?  What are/were they like?

    *Shakes her head* "I do not."

 

5. Where do you live now, and with whom?  Describe the place and the person/people.

    "I’m staying with friends right now… I’ll let you imagine what that means exactly."

6. What is your occupation?

    *Chuckles a bit* "Ah~ “Adventurer” I guess? I quite like the sound of “Treasure Hunter” though. Let’s go with that."

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.

    "Write one of myself? …That’s an odd request, but okay." *Scribbles down “Perfection!”* ((You can check my wiki if you really want >u> ))

 

8. To which social class do you belong?

    "Hmn.." *Rubs her chin gently* "I’d place myself pretty firmly in the middle-class. Although I did spend a number of years in the upper classes of society."

 

9.Do you have any allergies, diseases, or other physical weaknesses?

    "None."

 

10. Are you right- or left-handed?

    "I am right handed."

11. What does your voice sound like?

    "Ahaha~ It’s pretty normal I suppose? I was told I can sound pretty sultry though."

 

12. What words and/or phrases do you use very frequently?

    "I’ve noticed I tend to say “Interesting” with some frequency. Beyond that, I’m not really certain."

13. What do you have in your pockets?

    "Let’s see, shall we? *Digs a hand into her pockets and pouches* We’ve got… some Gil, honey muffin crumbs and this.. thing. *Shrugs* I don’t know what that is."

14. Do you have any quirks, strange mannerisms, annoying habits, or other defining characteristics?

    "No." *Smiles sweetly*

Part 2: Growing Up

15. How would you describe your childhood in general?

    "When I was really small, I would have said it was fairly positive. But for me, things went down hill pretty fast and hard."

16. What is your earliest memory?

    "Watching butterflies with my parents."

 

17. How much schooling have you had?

    "I received a lot of tutoring during my teens. Which puts me a fair degree above most others."

18. Did you enjoy school?

    "I did enjoy my schooling, and without it I wouldn’t be where I am today."

19. Where did you learn most of your skills and other abilities?

    "Aside from the tutoring I received growing up, I’ve picked up a lot from many different people. The most memorable individual who taught me something completely out of my field was a lalafell locksmith, with a bit of a drinking problem and the inability to keep his hands to himself."

 

20. While growing up, did you have any role models?  If so, describe them.

    "..My father, at least recently. He used to tell tall tales of his earlier adventuring days, boasting of having seen all corners of our little Eorzea. I used to like hearing them, and after his death I liked to read books about that sort of thing."

 

21. While growing up, how did you get along with the other members of your family?

    "Very well, I think."

 

22. As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?

    "I can’t remember."

 

23. As a child, what were your favourite activities?

    *Chuckles nervously* "Catching insects."

 

24. As a child, what kinds of personality traits did you display?

    "I used to be pretty tomboyish in my earlier years. My father thought it was most amusing, my mother… not so much."

 

25. As a child, were you popular?  Who were your friends, and what were they like?

    "I was largely a solitary child. I met some children around my age who I got along with quite well, but we fell out of contact."

26. When and with whom was your first kiss?

    "Ooooh~!" *Laughs, scooting herself to the edge of the stool and lowering her arms to grip it for support* "Now we’re moving onto the slightly more juicy stuff, I was wondering when this would come. My first kiss, was with one of the house maids when I was fourteen." *Sighs whimsically* "She was older than me, pretty, but demure and the type of girl you want to take advantage of, you know?"

 

27. Are you a virgin?  If not, when and with whom did you lose your virginity?

    "Ahahaha~! No, and I’m not telling, I think you’ll have more fun imagining."

 

28. If you are just a normal human, describe any influences in your past that led you to do the things you do today.

    "Where I am today is… well, it’s all because of the people I’ve met. I liked where this was going before, are we changing subject already?"

Part 3: Past Influences

29. What do you consider the most important event of your life so far?

    "We are changing already. Okay, well, the death of my parents was pretty horrible."

 

30. Who has had the most influence on you?

    *Laughs nervously, casting an aside glance* "Pass."

31. What do you consider your greatest achievement?

    "Being alive and eating well every day. Which is more than can be said for many."

32. What is your greatest regret?

    "There was someone I regret not killing. And I will spend every day wishing I had."

33. What is the most evil thing you have ever done?

    "I put live insects in another girls sandwich when I was eight… She cried.. a lot."

34. Do you have a criminal record of any kind?

    "Not that I know of. Being an adventurer has perks like that."

35. When was the time you were the most frightened?

    "During the battle at the Carteneau Flats. Nothing else comes close."

36. What is the most embarrassing thing ever to happen to you?

    *Sighs heavily, blushing a little before laughing* "I lost a bet, and with it my clothes. The rest should be fairly self-explanatory."

37. If you could change one thing from your past, what would it be, and why?

    *Raises her hand from the stool edge to make a finger gun, closing one eye and aiming* "I would have aimed five ilms left."

38. What is your best memory?

    *Lowers her faux gun and shrugs* "I have plenty of fond memories. Most of them are rated 18 though, so I can’t say them here."

39. What is your worst memory?

    "There was a very large Roegadyn, who had clearly eaten more than their fair share of dodo steaks, wearing a subligar more suited to a Lalafell whom for reasons unknown to me was performing motions that weren’t particularly flattering… It’s either that or my parents’ death. But it’s close."

Part 4: Beliefs And Opinions

40. Are you basically optimistic or pessimistic?

    "Pessimistic. I throw in a sprinkle of optimism every now and again to spice things up."

 

41. What is your greatest fear?

    *Sighs and shrugs again* "…Rape? Being tortured?"

42. What are your religious views?

    "I think the Twelve could try a little harder, if I’m honest."

43. What are your political views?

    *Slumps a little* "I’m not really interested."

44. What are your views on sex?

    *Perks up* "I’m interested!"

45. Are you able to kill?  Under what circumstances do you find killing to be acceptable or unacceptable?

    "I can kill. I rather wouldn’t, but if it’s me or them… it’s going to be them."

46. In your opinion, what is the most evil thing any human being could do?

    "Horrible, horrible things. I’m not that evil, but what I am capable of imagining is enough to make me squeamish. What truly dark people can do, I can’t even begin to compare to."

 

47. Do you believe in the existence of soul mates and/or true love?

    *Cheerfully grins* "I don’t, I think the idea is nice. But love isn’t like that."

48. What do you believe makes a successful life?

    "Eating well, having people you love and people love you… And Gil, lots of Gil."

49. How honest are you about your thoughts and feelings (i.e. do you hide your true self from others, and in what way)?

    "I’m fairly honest, with myself more than others though. I’d rather make myself happy than them, and I’ll keep things that I want to keep secret, secret. I’m no different than anyone else."

50. Do you have any biases or prejudices?

    "LOADS"

51. Is there anything you absolutely refuse to do under any circumstances?  Why do you refuse to do it?

    "Kill myself, and because that would be silly."

52. Who or what, if anything, would you die for (or otherwise go to extremes for)?

    "I wouldn’t die for anyone or anything."

Part 5: Relationships With Others

53. In general, how do you treat others (politely, rudely, by keeping them at a distance, etc.)?

     "I treat others with the respect they deserve."

Does your treatment of them change depending on how well you know them, and if so, how?

    "Of course it does. I love my friends, I hate my enemies. I’ll treat them however I want."

 

54. Who is the most important person in your life, and why?

    "Hmn.. My friends? They give me motivation when I need it, and without them, who would I pester when I’m bored?"

55. Who is the person you respect the most, and why?

    *Glances to the right, shrugging again* "I can’t really say. I respect a couple of different people… but I feel things like that mean more when they’re personal."

56. Who are your friends?  Do you have a best friend?  Describe these people.

    "Gospel Gestalt, as he calls himself, is a Hyur with a talent for the arcane. He’s a learned man, good at academics and with a knowledge pool that could put most scholars to shame." *Beams a grin* "He’s pretty cute, and I’m determined to have him wear a cute dress, a little bit of a makeover, and he’d put a lot of girls to shame."

    "There’s Victorica Amaranthus also, she’s Gospel’s… assistant, or maid or something."

    "There are others, too, but I haven’t made contact with them for quite some time."

57. Do you have a spouse or significant other?  If so, describe this person.

    "I do not, at present."

58. Have you ever been in love?  If so, describe what happened.

    "I have, but past loves aren’t something I like to dwell on. Let’s move on."

59. What do you look for in a potential lover?

    "Many, many things. I’ll admit my standards are pretty high, but my tastes are broad. Miqo’te and Hyurs are probably more my thing than others if I’m honest… I’m more an attacker than a receiver."

60. How close are you to your family?

    *Lets out a really quiet moan* "As we have established by this point, my parents are dead."

 

61. Have you started your own family?  If so, describe them.  If not, do you want to?  Why or why not?

    "I am not ready to settle down. I’d like a partner someday, but I don’t know when that would be."

 

62. Who would you turn to if you were in desperate need of help?

    "…Gospel, whom I mentioned before. Although I usually try to make do on my own."

 

63. Do you trust anyone to protect you?  Who, and why?

    "Not more than I’d trust myself. When it comes down to it, people will put their own lives first."

64. If you died or went missing, who would miss you?

    "Victorica… Gospel, I think would notice once he put his book down. Oh, and I have a chocobo, Crumpet, he’d miss me." *Nods assuredly*

65. Who is the person you despise the most, and why?

    "…Whomever it was that made the Subligar such a widely accepted design."

66. Do you tend to argue with people, or avoid conflict?

    "I would largely consider myself fairly laid-back, and I prefer not to get involved in confrontations… Though the occasional tussle can be pretty enjoyable."

67. Do you tend to take on leadership roles in social situations?

    "Nooo~, no. I’d prefer not to be responsible for everyone’s health and safety, thank you very much."

68. Do you like interacting with large groups of people?  Why or why not?

    "In my experience, large groups increases the likelihood of interacting with complete imbeciles. Unfortunately it’s also the best way to get to know new people." *Shrugs and chuckles half-heartedly* "So sometimes you have to."

69. Do you care what others think of you?

    "Of course."

 

Part 6: Likes And Dislikes

70. What is/are your favorite hobbies and pastimes?

    "Reading, drinking, sleeping and eating."

71. What is your most treasured possession?

    "Mn… My body?" *Laughs*

72. What is your favorite color?

    "Black."

73. What is your favorite food?

    "Chocolate."

74. What, if anything, do you like to read?

    "I like to read a lot, as I think I touched on briefly. I like both fiction and non-fiction, and actually really enjoy reading about History."

75. What is your idea of good entertainment (consider music, movies, art, etc.)?

    "I like many forms of entertainment, music is probably my favourite though."

76. Do you smoke, drink, or use drugs?  If so, why?  Do you want to quit?

    "I’ve been known to drink on occasion."

77. How do you spend a typical Saturday night?

   " Curled up in bed, preferably not alone." *smirks and winks*

78. What makes you laugh?

    "Lewd jokes, other people’s misfortune."

79. What, if anything, shocks or offends you?

    "Men."

80. What would you do if you had insomnia and had to find something to do to amuse yourself?

    "I’m sure I could find something."

81. How do you deal with stress?

    "Badly. I find I get wound up easily and then vent my frustrations on people who don’t really deserve it."

82. Are you spontaneous, or do you always need to have a plan?

    "I plan, success is planned. Chance isn’t reliable."

83. What are your pet peeves?

    "Flirty, aggressive men who think they know women or can do what they want."

 

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?

    "I don’t have a routine for my day to day. I generally allocate myself ‘days off’ and work days… with more days off than I should probably allow, but those are the joys of being your own boss."

 

85. What is your greatest strength as a person?

    "My charm, obviously~ ♥"

 

86. What is your greatest weakness?

    "I lose interest quickly, and I feel as though I sometimes move on too quickly."

87. If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?

    "I would like to let my hair grow out."

88. Are you generally introverted or extroverted?

    "I’m an introverted extrovert."

89. Are you generally organized or messy?

    "I’m an “Organised Chaos” type of person."

90. Name three things you consider yourself to be very good at, and three things you consider yourself to be very bad at.

    "I’d consider myself to be good at singing, a reasonable marksman, and I have a bit of talent for magick."

    "I will admit that I have a poor record when it comes to cooking and cleaning."

91. Do you like yourself?

    "I think I could be better, if I’m honest."

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…)

    "I want adventure. Less well known is that I seek eternal youth."

93. What goal do you most want to accomplish in your lifetime?

    "As I said before, eternal youth."

94. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

    "With more Gil to my name than I have now."

95. If you could choose, how would you want to die?

    "I don’t plan on allowing that to happen."

96. If you knew you were going to die in 24 hours, name three things you would do in the time you had left.

    "I would make myself the biggest nuisance I could, and spend all my money."

97. What is the one thing for which you would most like to be remembered after your death?

    "I think I would be happy if people could just remember me in a positive light."

98. What three words best describe your personality?

    "Intelligent, calm and charming."

99. What three words would others probably use to describe you?

    "Charming, beautiful and modest."

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…)

    *Ahem* "I wouldn’t give her advice, she’s generally got herself better together than I do. I would tell her I’m sorry that I can’t RP as well as I would like, and I don’t do her justice."

 

[Jackscarab]

Kannadi's replies, broken up by part.

 

Part 1: The Basics

 

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

 

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.  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

 

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

 

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?  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

 

53. In general, how do you treat others?  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?  Do you have a best friend?  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?  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?  If so, describe what happened.

Next?

58. Have you ever been in love?  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?  If so, describe them.  If not, do you want to?  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?  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?  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

 

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?  If so, why?  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.

 

84. Describe the routine of a normal day for you.  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?  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.

 

[Knave]

Bancroft does not speak fluent Eorzean so a lot of his answers are broken and awkward.

 

 

Part 1: The Basics

1.What is your full name?

"Real name is Banli'a."

 

2.Where and when were you born?

He gestures wildly with his hands and points out imaginary places on an imaginary map, "It is north. This way by Garlean Empire. No, no, up here. Yes."

 

3.Who are/were your parents?  (Know their names, occupations, personalities, etc.)

"Many," He shifts uncomfortably in his seat, "Born to Banli, Nagra is father. I were raised by Nichiel and crazy dragon lady wit bad smell."

 

4.Do you have any siblings?  What are/were they like?

Ban's face lights up at the mention of siblings, "Had sister. Elezen. Deirdre. Very cute little girl."

 

5.Where do you live now, and with whom?  Describe the place and the person/people.

"Sometimes live in box. Most times live wit Guspul. Very nice, very skinny man who like cookies."

 

6.What is your occupation?

"I hit things with hammer." He grins broadly.

 

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.

He stares down at the paper in front of him, cringing at the request before pushing the paper back to the interviewer, "I shall pass."

 

8.To which social class do you belong?

"What is social class? Is learning? I do not school."

 

9.Do you have any allergies, diseases, or other physical weaknesses?

He stares intently at the interviewer, concentrating deeply on understanding their words and meanings. "Frogs."

 

10. Are you right- or left-handed?

He scratches his head and gets up from the chair and moving to the door, he leans out and shouts down the hallway, "Guspul! Which hand writing wit!?"

 

11. What does your voice sound like?

He resumes his place in the chair, "Like this."

 

12. What words and/or phrases do you use very frequently?

"Rude."

 

13. What do you have in your pockets?

"Things."

 

14. Do you have any quirks, strange mannerisms, annoying habits, or other defining characteristics?

He lifts a brow, corner of his mouth turning down to express his disappointment, "I am annoying?"

 

Part 2: Growing Up

15. How would you describe your childhood in general?

"Exciting!"

 

16. What is your earliest memory?

"Falling. I hit rock hard from tree. Mother very upset."

 

17. How much schooling have you had?

"Ask Guspul. I do not school."

 

18. Did you enjoy school?

"What is school!? Why I need school when I do not school?"

 

19. Where did you learn most of your skills and other abilities?

He settles down a bit, slumping over in his chair. "Many places. Nichiel taught many things. People good for discovering things about self."

 

20. While growing up, did you have any role models?  If so, describe them.

"No."

 

21. While growing up, how did you get along with the other members of your family?

"Love family, very strain with perfume lady though."

 

22. As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?

He shrugs a shoulder, "I had want to kill dragons."

 

23. As a child, what were your favorite activities?

"Climbing."

 

24. As a child, what kinds of personality traits did you display?

He glances down at his hands, rubbing at the callouses. "Energetic. Ignorant. I am myself."

 

25. As a child, were you popular?  Who were your friends, and what were they like?

"No friends but many I knew. Would not consider popular but.. friendly."

 

26. When and with whom was your first kiss?

"I kiss mother's cheek many times."

27. Are you a virgin?  If not, when and with whom did you lose your virginity?

"No." He levels a sharp glare at the interview, "No. Rude."

 

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.

"Father give me strength. Mother gave me patience and understanding. Nichiel give me knowledge. Deirdre.. she give me many happiness. Man I am because of people I meet, because of this I.. I keep going when bad times."

 

Part 3: Past Influences

29. What do you consider the most important event of your life so far?

He shifts uncomfortably and looks away.

 

30. Who has had the most influence on you?

"All people."

 

31. What do you consider your greatest achievement?

"Did not kill tiny frog."

 

32. What is your greatest regret?

He simply shakes his head at this one.

 

33. What is the most evil thing you have ever done?

"To take another life."

 

34. Do you have a criminal record of any kind?

"What is criminal record?" He leans back in the chair and shouts,"Guspul!!"

 

35. When was the time you were the most frightened?

He shakes his head again.

 

36. What is the most embarrassing thing ever to happen to you?

"Only em-bear-ass if matter what others think."

 

37. If you could change one thing from your past, what would it be, and why?

"I not telling you."

 

38. What is your best memory?

"Deirdre, tiny girl in dress in dirt."

 

39. What is your worst memory?

"Please to be stopping. Is rude."

 

Part 4: Beliefs And Opinions

40. Are you basically optimistic or pessimistic?

"Meh."

 

41. What is your greatest fear?

"I do not like frogs."

 

42. What are your religious views?

"Do not care."

 

43. What are your political views?

"Still do not care."

44. What are your views on sex?

"Is nice," He shrugs, "Will consider again."

 

45. Are you able to kill?  Under what circumstances do you find killing to be acceptable or unacceptable?

"Yes, use logic and reason. No circumstance the same.."

 

46. In your opinion, what is the most evil thing any human being could do?

He rolls his eyes, "Taking life."

 

47. Do you believe in the existence of soul mates and/or true love?

He leans his head to the side as if in deep thought, "Maybe."

 

48. What do you believe makes a successful life?

"You."

 

49. How honest are you about your thoughts and feelings (i.e. do you hide your true self from others, and in what way)?

"I am honest person sometimes."

50. Do you have any biases or prejudices?

"Is hard but trying not to."

 

51. Is there anything you absolutely refuse to do under any circumstances?  Why do you refuse to do it?

He shakes his head, "Do not know because have not had problem."

 

52. Who or what, if anything, would you die for (or otherwise go to extremes for)?

"Would not die, cannot protect what is loved if dead."

 

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 people nice sometimes? Do not like most people."

 

54. Who is the most important person in your life, and why?

"Deirdre. She out there. Somewhere." He nods firmly.

 

55. Who is the person you respect the most, and why?

"Guspul. He is good man."

 

56. Who are your friends?  Do you have a best friend?  Describe these people.

"I like Guspul. He is quiet."

 

57. Do you have a spouse or significant other?  If so, describe this person.

"Am not married."

 

58. Have you ever been in love?  If so, describe what happened.

He scratches lightly at his beard, "Maybe. She not wanting children. Did not love me either."

 

59. What do you look for in a potential lover?

"Do not care. Bond with person more important."

 

60. How close are you to your family?

"Sometimes to go seeing mothers, other family dead. Do not know where Deirdre."

 

61. Have you started your own family?  If so, describe them.  If not, do you want to?  Why or why not?

"No, one day!" He grins.

 

62. Who would you turn to if you were in desperate need of help?

".. maybe Guspul? Do not want bother."

 

63. Do you trust anyone to protect you?  Who, and why?

He sighs dramatically, "Maybe Guspul!? Is questionable!"

 

64. If you died or went missing, who would miss you?

"No body."

 

65. Who is the person you despise the most, and why?

"Soldiers. I do not like." It's a blanket answer but it seems to live a bitter taste in his mouth judging by the sour look on his face.

 

66. Do you tend to argue with people, or avoid conflict?

"No."

 

67. Do you tend to take on leadership roles in social situations?

"I follow own path."

 

68. Do you like interacting with large groups of people?  Why or why not?

"No, many people. Many problems."

 

69. Do you care what others think of you?

"No. Opinion of strangers not matter."

 

Part 6: Likes And Dislikes

70. What is/are your favorite hobbies and pastimes?

"I like hit things with hammer. Also maps. I draw maps."

 

71. What is your most treasured possession?

He hums softly but does not answer.

 

72. What is your favorite color?

"Blue. Is sky and water."

 

73. What is your favorite food?

"Not know name. Is like moosh but is very spicy. Very good."

 

74. What, if anything, do you like to read?

"Err.. Map."

 

75. What is your idea of good entertainment (consider music, movies, art, etc.)?

"Watching."

 

76. Do you smoke, drink, or use drugs?  If so, why?  Do you want to quit?

"Love to smoking. Also chewing on little leaves."

 

77. How do you spend a typical Saturday night?

"What is.. Saturday? Is day of sitting?"

 

78. What makes you laugh?

"When thing is funny."

 

79. What, if anything, shocks or offends you?

"Hard to offend if not find offending? Not caring?" He scratches his head.

 

80. What would you do if you had insomnia and had to find something to do to amuse yourself?

"I go walk."

 

81. How do you deal with stress?

"Hit things with hammer. Make many bad swords."

 

82. Are you spontaneous, or do you always need to have a plan?

"Plan for people with life together." He grins.

 

83. What are your pet peeves?

"Perfume."

 

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?

"Do not have routine. Sometimes follow Guspul but do own thing."

 

85. What is your greatest strength as a person?

He stares down at the table and weakly chuckles, "Good in bed?"

 

86. What is your greatest weakness?

"Family."

 

87. If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?

He plucks lightly at a gray hair.

 

88. Are you generally introverted or extroverted?

"What is meaning?"

89. Are you generally organized or messy?

"Need things to be either. Am neither cause do not have things."

 

90. Name three things you consider yourself to be very good at, and three things you consider yourself to be very bad at.

"Swords, saddles, maps. Cooking, writing.. uh.. staying?"

 

91. Do you like yourself?

"What suppose to mean?" He quirks a brow at the interview, somewhat insulted by the possible implications.

 

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…)

"No adventure. Must find Deirdre. Also just enjoy walking."

 

93. What goal do you most want to accomplish in your lifetime?

"Have family."

 

94. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

"Do not know. Cannot see into future."

 

95. If you could choose, how would you want to die?

"In bed. Sleeping. Go quiet, painless."

 

96. If you knew you were going to die in 24 hours, name three things you would do in the time you had left.

"Say goodbye and wait. Hope do not be eaten and pooped by animal but won't matter cause of dead me. Dead me cannot care if dead."

 

97. What is the one thing for which you would most like to be remembered after your death?

"Friends? Family? That I had loved them."

 

98. What three words best describe your personality?

Ban blinks a few times, "Ask Guspul. He know."

 

99. What three words would others probably use to describe you?

"Is nice? Is scary? .. is handsome?" He grins a bit.

 

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…)

"OMG Ban, could you not. You're adorable but you need to learn to deal with people on a regular basis. It probably wouldn't hurt if you learned Eorzean faster."

 

[Eva]

Kind of answered all of the questions with reckless abandon in order to get all of the answers out, even the ones Eva probably wouldn't have addressed IC, particularly depending on who was doing the asking:

 

Part 1: The Basics

 

1.What is your full name?

I was born Kes Ellanya Zelorius.  More recently I go by the given name 'Eva', and the surname 'Ianeira' - but I'm considering taking back my family name of Zelorius and going by 'Eva Zelorius'.

2.Where and when were you born?

I was born in Ishgard, on the 20th sun of the 1st Astral Moon in the year 1540 of the 6th Astral Era.

3.Who are/were your parents?  (Know their names, occupations, personalities, etc.)

My father was Dyterium Zelorius - once a knight of Ishgard who resigned his commission and went on to live a more pastoral lifestyle before eventually opening a tavern in Gridania.  He passed away in 1572.  My mother was Dweia Meara-Zelorius - a prelate of Halone who left my father for another man and fled to lands somewhere in the east.  She may also be dead, and has not been a part of my life.

4.Do you have any siblings?  What are/were they like?

I do not have any siblings.  There is a chance I may have half-siblings on my mother's side, but if so I have never heard of it nor met any of them.

5.Where do you live now, and with whom?  Describe the place and the person/people.

Right this very moment I find myself without a home to call my own.

6.What is your occupation?

I am a seamstress and a nurse.

7.Give 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.

I am a duskwight elezen woman of very fair complexion who stands 5 fulms and 9 ilms tall.  I am perhaps a little 'fluffy' and yes, I have a big chest...  My hair is long and blonde, and my eyes are purple.  I have a gray tattoo resembling a gnarled branch that goes over my left eye and cheek.  I prefer to dress conservatively and favor black, white, and cool colors in most of my attire.

8.To which social class do you belong?

Currently I am not very well off.  But I am educated and trained and would normally fall into a middle class.

9.Do you have any allergies, diseases, or other physical weaknesses?

I have none that I am aware of.

10. Are you right- or left-handed?

I am right-handed.

11. What does your voice sound like?

I've been told my voice is softer than most, and is airy.  I also have a slight accent (Irish) that isn't as thick as my father's, but one that's been with me since I was a little girl.

12. What words and/or phrases do you use very frequently?

I'm not really sure.  I'm told that I say "Oh" rather often.  Aside from that I don't really know.

13. What do you have in your pockets?

A linkpearl, some gil, a case with a couple of needles and some thread.  I keep a dagger in a thigh-sheath for emergencies, and in my satchel there's a journal and a plush mandragora my father gave me when I was a little girl.

14. Do you have any quirks, strange mannerisms, annoying habits, or other defining characteristics?

I tap my fingers a lot when I'm idle.  I prefer to be holding something or working on something - like knitting - whenever possible.

 

Part 2: Growing Up

 

15. How would you describe your childhood in general?

My childhood was good.  Most of my earlier memories are of Coerthas and my father was a good father and looked after me.

16. What is your earliest memory?

My earliest memories are of how sad my father was.

17. How much schooling have you had?

I've been in one academy or another from the age of 4 up until my 17th nameday.  Father felt this was important and I've learned a lot.

18. Did you enjoy school?

I did enjoy school, mostly.  I always preferred reading and writing and mathematics, but never cared much for science.

19. Where did you learn most of your skills and other abilities?

White magic is something I was sort of born with.  Most everything else I've acquired over time or with training.

20. While growing up, did you have any role models?  If so, describe them.

I looked up to some of my teachers while growing up, but none stand out to me more than others.

21. While growing up, how did you get along with the other members of your family?

I resented my father throughout my teenage years.  We disagreed on so many things.  He was good to me though, and looking back on things I wish I'd given him more credit than I did.

22. As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?

It may sound silly, but I always wanted to be an enchantress when I was a little girl.

23. As a child, what were your favorite activities?

I liked playing make-believe and reading books more than anything else when I was a child.

24. As a child, what kinds of personality traits did you display?

I was intelligent, but I downplayed this.  Most would probably describe me as quiet, or shy.  There were not many duskwights where I grew up so I was a little bit different.

25. As a child, were you popular?  Who were your friends, and what were they like?

I was not very popular as a little girl.  I was friendly but I never really fit in with the other children.

26. When and with whom was your first kiss?

My first kiss was with a boy named Pemenicaux I met at the book shop I worked in.  It was in the pouring rain!  I was 22 years old at the time.  I was kind of heavy and boys didn't really want much to do with me.

27. Are you a virgin?  If not, when and with whom did you lose your virginity?

I am not a virgin.  I lost my virginity to that same boy - Pemenicaux Ianeira - and I was 25 at the time.  Yes, I waited a long time.

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.

I was a prodigy with white magic - born with the gift.  I had some difficulty controlling this through my early life though, and there was an accident when I was 7 years old.  This left me no longer wanting to use magic at all, and I swore off it entirely for 24 years.  More recently I've begun using magic again, but it is frustrating to me that I possess nowhere near the talent with it that I once had.

 

Part 3: Past Influences

 

29. What do you consider the most important event of your life so far?

I think when Pemenicaux died, it was hard, but it changed me in a lot of ways.  I don't think I would be who I am today if he had lived.  Not a day goes by I don't still miss him, though.

30. Who has had the most influence on you?

Pemenicaux, my father, my old boss at the book shop, the friends I've made over these past few years.

31. What do you consider your greatest achievement?

I once had to sew together over two hundred pairs of pants in only a few days' time.  That was pretty significant for me.

32. What is your greatest regret?

I often regret not spending more time with my father when I was younger and listening to him more often.

33. What is the most evil thing you have ever done?

I think I hurt some people when they tried to rob me.  I was very emotional.  One of them was a young boy.  And I think some of them might have died because of it.  I lose sleep over that.

34. Do you have a criminal record of any kind?

No.

35. When was the time you were the most frightened?

I think when I woke up from that dream and realized that I had to rescue Vaelyn.  What happened there with Dalamud was frightening, but I think what was truly terrifying was the thought that I might lose my babies.

36. What is the most embarrassing thing ever to happen to you?

There have been a number of things, but probably one of the most embarrassing was when I was just learning to fight with the spear, I wasn't wearing my armor properly and it didn't fit correctly to begin with, and there were any number of wardrobe malfunctions that day.

37. If you could change one thing from your past, what would it be, and why?

I wouldn't.  What has been woven is for some reason, and to change that would be to change who I am.  It would be easy to wish Pemmy back to life, but I have to believe there is some reason all of these things have happened, and some greater purpose for us all.

38. What is your best memory?

My first kiss with Pemenicaux stands out as the best memory of my life.  I still get shivers when I think about it.

39. What is your worst memory?

The day the roegadyn fellow from Pemmy's squadron delivered the news to me of the accident and his death marks my worst memory ever.

 

Part 4: Beliefs And Opinions

 

40. Are you basically optimistic or pessimistic?

I generally try to be optimistic, but I am also practical and there are some times when being a little more guarded makes more sense.  I suppose optimistic overall, but usually cautiously so.

41. What is your greatest fear?

Right now my greatest fear is that the twins I'm carrying will not be born.

42. What are your religious views?

I believe firmly in the Twelve.  Nymeia is my matron deity, and I place a lot of faith in Nophica as well, particularly after certain signs have revealed themselves to me more recently.

43. What are your political views?

Politically I favor peace to war, and negotiation to violence.  Beyond that I don't really have any strong opinions one way or the other.

44. What are your views on sex?

I enjoy sex, but I believe it is a deed that should be held between two people who love each other and are faithful and devoted only to each other.  My family traditions spoke of marriage always coming before sex, however I do not adhere to this myself.  I am very guarded about whom I choose to share myself with though, and firmly believe that love should come first.

45. Are you able to kill?  Under what circumstances do you find killing to be acceptable or unacceptable?

I think only for self-defense would I ever kill.  Or if a friend of mine were about to be killed.  I consider myself a pacifist and would rather not kill if it could be avoided.

46. In your opinion, what is the most evil thing any human being could do?

I don't think there is anything more evil than betrayal.  When taking an oath, it should be meant and not ever broken.  When one puts all of their faith, trust, and devotion into another, and they are betrayed, there is no greater evil to me than that.

47. Do you believe in the existence of soul mates and/or true love?

I used to believe we all have one soul mate.  More recently I've been granted another chance at love and I find myself struggling with this for a number of different reasons.  I'm honestly not sure how I feel about this right now, so I'm unable to accurately answer this question.

48. What do you believe makes a successful life?

I think a successful life is made up of good friends, good memories, and time spent smiling and laughing.

49. How honest are you about your thoughts and feelings (i.e. do you hide your true self from others, and in what way)?

I tend to be very honest and there is very little I have to hide.  I don't like volunteering information about myself because I'm not really sure I'm all that interesting a person, but I seldom have any reason to lie.

50. Do you have any biases or prejudices?

Not really.  I tend to look on things generally pretty evenly.

51. Is there anything you absolutely refuse to do under any circumstances?  Why do you refuse to do it?

I refuse to hurt the one I care about willfully.  I won't ever betray the one I love.

52. Who or what, if anything, would you die for (or otherwise go to extremes for)?

I would die for my children and their assurances of a safe and healthy future.  I will put them before all other things in life.

 

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 am generally polite but sometimes cautious around strangers.  I am never rude to anyone unless they are first rude to me or someone I care about.  As I get to know people better, I sometimes feel very protective of them.

54. Who is the most important person in your life, and why?

Right now I think Vaelyn may be the most important person to me.  He's been supportive and tender and kind and I admit it's not fair to him that I am as confused as I am about my feelings for him right now, knowing full well his feelings for me.

55. Who is the person you respect the most, and why?

I respect Pater, my old boss at the book shop.  He is always very friendly, sociable, and remains cool under pressure.  I admire his priorities and his outlook on life.

56. Who are your friends?  Do you have a best friend?  Describe these people.

I consider a lot of people to be my friends - probably too many to dare to list them all here.  They are as unique and different as people can be, but I care about each of them.  I'm not sure if I have a best friend.  I have regarded Nel Celestine as such for a long time, but things have changed recently and I'm just not sure.

57. Do you have a spouse or significant other?  If so, describe this person.

I am dating a duskwight man named Vaelyn.  He is kind and compassionate, but we each have differing conflicts that we're dealing with right now.

58. Have you ever been in love?  If so, describe what happened.

I have been in love twice.  First with a wildwood man named Pemenicaux.  He died.  Then more recently with a duskwight man named Oskar.  He also died.

59. What do you look for in a potential lover?

Kindness, more than anything else.

60. How close are you to your family?

My father passed away recently, but I think we were much closer towards the end than when I was younger.  He was all the family I had.

61. Have you started your own family?  If so, describe them.  If not, do you want to?  Why or why not?

I had a stillborn baby when I was with Pemenicaux when he was still alive.  Most recently I am pregnant with Oskar's twins.  I was told I was barren after the still birth, so I consider this kind of a miracle and I am looking forward to motherhood.

62. Who would you turn to if you were in desperate need of help?

I would turn to my friends.

63. Do you trust anyone to protect you?  Who, and why?

I trust myself to protect me.  I also often lean on those same friends sometimes, and know that I can usually count on them.

64. If you died or went missing, who would miss you?

I wrestle with this question a lot lately.  I know Vaelyn would miss me.  I think most of my friends would as well.

65. Who is the person you despise the most, and why?

I don't really despise anyone, but if I have to answer the question I suppose maybe my mother, for not being there and for hurting my father and breaking his heart.

66. Do you tend to argue with people, or avoid conflict?

I tend to avoid conflict.  I would rather not argue, but sometimes it may be necessary to get a point across.  I don't like conflict though.

67. Do you tend to take on leadership roles in social situations?

No.  I don't really want to be a leader.

68. Do you like interacting with large groups of people?  Why or why not?

No.  I prefer speaking with people more intimitely, one-on-one, or in smaller groups.

69. Do you care what others think of you?

I do, I think, to some degree.  I've lost a lot of weight, and I try to fit in as best in can usually.  I would like to be liked.

 

Part 6: Likes And Dislikes

 

70. What is/are your favorite hobbies and pastimes?

I love swimming in the summer and running when the weather gets too cold.  I enjoy knitting even though it makes me look like an old woman.  I've also come to enjoy practicing the forms with the spear, a part of what Father used to call a sort of dance.

71. What is your most treasured possession?

My family's journals are my most treasured possessions.

72. What is your favorite color?

I like a lot of colors, but I think I like purple more than others, or maybe white.  I like them both about the same.

73. What is your favorite food?

Chocolate...

74. What, if anything, do you like to read?

I enjoy reading romance novels and other works of fiction.  I think I like a good steamy romance more than anything else though.

75. What is your idea of good entertainment (consider music, movies, art, etc.)?

I'm happy just passing time with friends.  I like shows and plays, and listening to music.  Perhaps more than most just sitting with some friends and sipping tea and discussing recent events is a fine way to pass the time.

76. Do you smoke, drink, or use drugs?  If so, why?  Do you want to quit?

I don't smoke and I don't like the smell of it so I try to avoid it.  I've never really tried any drugs and I'm not sure that I would want to after seeing the effects on someone I was close with.  I will drink occasionally, but usually in moderation and usually only white wine - though I've tried ale and some of the stronger drinks from time to time.

77. How do you spend a typical Saturday night?

Sipping iced tea on the front lawn and talking about recent goings-on sounds like a nice way to spend a Saturday evening.

78. What makes you laugh?

I have a good sense of humor and find tasteful jokes to be funny.

79. What, if anything, shocks or offends you?

Rudeness, foul language, and arrogance are kind of offensive.  I don't usually protest such behavior, but it will make me think less of you if you are unkind to me or to other people for no real good reason.

80. What would you do if you had insomnia and had to find something to do to amuse yourself?

I would probably go for a swim or a run, or might try to get caught up on weaving work.

81. How do you deal with stress?

I try to take things in stride.  I've learned that the Twelve never give us a greater burden than we can bear, but that we're tested in those moments not by whether we can handle difficult things, but rather in how gracefully we handle them when they come.  I do get stressed, but responding to that poorly does not help anyone.

82. Are you spontaneous, or do you always need to have a plan?

I have been known to be somewhat spontaneous.  It really depends what is going on.  Having a plan is good, so long as it's not too rigid and allows room for deviation.

83. What are your pet peeves?

I think my biggest pet peeve is the unnecessary use of foul language, or profanity - particularly with regard to the Twelve.

 

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?

The days are no longer normal any longer, but when they were I tried to exercise twice a day, then spent my shift five days a week at Sunsilks mending what was torn and making new garments - usually pants and dresses.  If there was training scheduled I would make time for that, otherwise I would spend time with friends or do a little reading at home if nothing else really was going on.  Apart from my work schedule there's no rigid routine to which I adhere.

85. What is your greatest strength as a person?

I like to think I'm patient, kind, and understanding.  I've experienced a lot of life and I'm a good listener and able to empathize with others very easily.

86. What is your greatest weakness?

I'm told sometimes that I tend to overthink or overanalyze things.  Pemmy used to tell me to stop thinking so much and to start doing more.

87. If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?

I don't know what thing specifically I would change, but I'm told I look a lot like my mother - except for my eyes - and I wish I didn't.  I'd given a lot of thought to changing my hair style and color around, so maybe that.

88. Are you generally introverted or extroverted?

I think I'm kind of middle-of-the-road.  I tend to keep a lot of my thoughts to myself and don't mind spending time alone, but I also like getting out and spending time with my friends.

89. Are you generally organized or messy?

I'm very organized.  Extremely so.  All right, I admit it...  I'm a neat freak.

90. Name three things you consider yourself to be very good at, and three things you consider yourself to be very bad at.

I'm very good at listening to people, at caring for those who cannot care for themselves, and at tending small wounds, bumps, scrapes, and the like.  I'm very bad at physical combat, leadership, and making really tough decisions.

91. Do you like yourself?

I used to not like myself much at all, but I'm starting to get over this I think.  I feel I could be better, but I am mostly happy with who I am now as a person.

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…)

I mostly wanted to help out.  Pemenicaux saw something and a way to do more.  I disagreed with him at first, but have kind of wanted to pick up where he left off.  So I sort of started out wanting to pick up where he left off, to kind of honor his legacy.  I don't normally give that as my reason though - not anymore.  Now I just want to help people, if I can.  There are a lot of people that need help and it warms my heart to be able to offer that help when I can.

93. What goal do you most want to accomplish in your lifetime?

I want to be a good mother and I want my children to be happy and healthy and live in a world where people are kind to one another and don't feel threatened all the time by beastmen or the Garleans or anything else.

94. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

I honestly don't know.  Five years ago - or I guess it would be ten years now - I didn't think I would be here.  I can't even begin to imagine where I would be five years from now.

95. If you could choose, how would you want to die?

I'd like to be a very old woman in my bed with all my family around me when I die.

96. If you knew you were going to die in 24 hours, name three things you would do in the time you had left.

I would tell Vaelyn how I truly felt, and not to resent himself or me.  I would try to speak with all of my friends one last time.  And I would ask that my name be enscribed on the wall in the clan-lands along with the rest of my family.

97. What is the one thing for which you would most like to be remembered after your death?

I would like to be remembered for my kindness, openness, and warm-heartedness.  I would want to be viewed as a shoulder to cry on, an ear to talk to, and a hug for whenever one was needed.

98. What three words best describe your personality?

Kind, motherly, patient

99. What three words would others probably use to describe you?

Kind, understanding, compassionate

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…)

"Eva, chillax a little and don't worry so much.  You always say yourself that everything happens for a reason, but you always get so worried about things.  Maybe just try to mellow out a little bit and just let the pieces fall where they may."

 

[Nox]

W'Dekan's 100 Questions. I hope they aren't too boring. 

 

After remaking my character, I had to re-answer these questions, so... They're all on my wiki page.

 

 

 

Part 1: The Basics

1.What is your full name?

“W’Dekan Tia”

2.Where and when were you born?

“I was born just outside of Ul’dah on the 13th Sun of the 3rd Astral Moon.”

3.Who are/were your parents?  (Know their names,occupations, personalities, etc.)

“My father was W’Jirho Nunh and my mother was W'Dyalani Jirho. My dad was…a tough guy. He worked with the pugilist guild, and was pretty much the embodiment of their stereotypical pugilist. My mother, on the other hand, was a nurturing woman. Where my father refused to support my decision to follow the path of the spear; my mother supported me whole-heartedly.”

4.Do you have any siblings?  What are/were they like?

“I have a sister who’s a few years younger than me. She followed the path of the bow, from what I hear. She was extremely competitive, but not a sore loser or anything. He took after our mother in pretty much every aspect, though. She’ll make some man happy one day.”

5.Where do you live now, and with whom?  Describe the place and the person/people.

“I’m currently living in Gridania by myself. I love thisplace. The trees and grass are so much nicer than the harsh sun and sand of Ul’dah. I’d have to say that this place is pretty, pretty much, my dream home.”

6.What is your occupation?

“Currently… Sellsword.”

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.

“I’m a 22 year old male Miqo’te, Seeker of the Sun. My hair is black and crimson and constantly in my eyes. I have sharp, golden eyes. I’m only slightly taller than average male Seekers and about am pretty slim for my height. I have no irregular tattoos or scars aside from the markings under my eyes. My style of dress is… whatever I think looks good on me. I wouldn’t save that I have a ‘style’.”

8.To which social class do you belong?

“Fairly certain I’m counted as lower class for right now.”

9.Do you have any allergies, diseases, or other physical weaknesses?

“Um… not that I know of, at least.”

10. Are you right- or left-handed?

“Right.”

11. What does your voice sound like?

“Low, but sharp.”

12. What words and/or phrases do you use very frequently?

“I say ‘hm’ a lot when I’m thinking, but much else… nothing really.”

13. What do you have in your pockets?

“Uh……an empty bag that, at one point in time, held gil.”

14. Do you have any quirks, strange mannerisms, annoyinghabits, or other defining characteristics?

“I really like to nap and am kind of pushy when I’m tryingto help people.”

Part 2: Growing Up

15. How would you describe your childhood in general?

“To keep it short, nice but full of strife.”

16. What is your earliest memory?

“Hm… I was 4, or so, and I asked my mother why someone broke someone else’s arm.”

17. How much schooling have you had?

“Enough to function in the real world, I’m constantly learning though.”

18. Did you enjoy school?

“I enjoyed the challenge, but I found any tutoring I had boring.”

19. Where did you learn most of your skills and other abilities?

“I got the foundations from a passing Dragoon and learned from there.”

20. While growing up, did you have any role models?  If so, describe them.

“There was one guy that I looked up to. He was a Dragoon who was looking for… something. He never told me what. I can only assume it was something to help in the constant struggle that the Dragoons have. Anyway, he was an awe inspiring man. He had the strictness of my father, but was caring at the same time.”

21. While growing up, how did you get along with the othermembers of your family?

“Carefully.”

22. As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?

“For a while, I wanted to be just a traveler, then I met theDragoon and wanted to be just like him.”

23. As a child, what were your favorite activities?

“Napping and hunting.”

24. As a child, what kinds of personality traits did youdisplay?

“I was pretty naïve growing up, but who wasn’t? I didn’tknow when to stop and took everything far too seriously.”

25. As a child, were you popular?  Who were yourfriends, and what were they like?

“Ha! Not really. Once I hurt that one kid while sparring, mypeers didn’t want to talk to me.”

26. When and with whom was your first kiss?

“Never been kissed. Probably never will be.”

27. Are you a virgin?  If not, when and with whom didyou lose your virginity?

“….Moving right along.”

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.

“My biggest influences were meeting the Dragoon when I wasyounger, then having him teach me some skills, and finally hurting someone who just wanted to spar with me. My solitary childhood affected me, I’m sure.”

Part 3: PastInfluences

29. What do you consider the most important event of yourlife so far?

“Meeting Mr. Dragoon.”

30. Who has had the most influence on you?

“Um… I think I’ve said it enough.”

31. What do you consider your greatest achievement?

“Standing up to my father. Learning some ways of the spear.”

32. What is your greatest regret?

“Missed opportunities as a child. Be they friends oranything like that.”

33. What is the most evil thing you have ever done?

“I nearly killed a peer.”

34. Do you have a criminal record of any kind?

“Nope.”

35. When was the time you were the most frightened?

“I don’t really know. I guess when I almost killed my peer.”

36. What is the most embarrassing thing ever to happen to you?

“I don’t think anything embarrassing has ever really happened.”

37. If you could change one thing from your past, what wouldit be, and why?

“Not getting out there and making friends.”

38. What is your best memory?

“The day I began learning the ways of the spear.”

39. What is your worst memory?

“The day I nearly killed a peer.”

Part 4: Beliefs AndOpinions

40. Are you basically optimistic or pessimistic?

“Optimistic.”

41. What is your greatest fear?

“I would say spiders, but… Dying alone and unaccomplished.”

42. What are your religious views?

“I believe.”

43. What are your political views?

“I hate corruption, like in Ul’dah.  Much beyond that, I don’t really know. I’mnot learned in politics.”

44. What are your views on sex?

“I’m going to be with one person for the rest of my life andwill only have sex with that person. I don’t know who that is, but I will. I’m not for the tribal ways of my people.”

45. Are you able to kill?  Under what circumstances doyou find killing to be acceptable or unacceptable?

“Yes, I am. I would say it has to be for the greater good,but that’s so… subjective.”

46. In your opinion, what is the most evil thing any humanbeing could do?

“Massacre innocent.”

47. Do you believe in the existence of soul mates and/ortrue love?

“Maybe? I won’t say no, but I’ve never found mine so I don’t know.”

48. What do you believe makes a successful life?

“Happiness and love.”

49. How honest are you about your thoughts and feelings(i.e. do you hide your true self from others, and in what way)?

“Pretty honest.”

50. Do you have any biases or prejudices?

“I have a pretty strong prejudice against Pugilists as a whole.”

51. Is there anything you absolutely refuse to do under anycircumstances?  Why do you refuse to do it?

“Harm innocents. Rape. All things like that. I think it’s self-explanatory.”

52. Who or what, if anything, would you die for (or otherwise go to extremes for)?

“My “soul-mate”, as you asked earlier. Innocents. All the ‘White Knight’ ideals, I guess.”

Part 5: RelationshipsWith 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’m pretty open with everyone and pretty embracing, but I’mnot above treating someone rudely or something like that. It all depends on the person."

54. Who is the most important person in your life, and why?

“I… Don’t know. I suppose it’s the Dragoon I met as a child,but I’ve not seen him since then. Without him, I wouldn’t be where I am. But for right now, I guess I’ll stick with ‘I don’t know.’ ”

55. Who is the person you respect the most, and why?

“The Warriors of Light. All of them. They did what I wanted to but couldn’t.”

56. Who are your friends?  Do you have a best friend?  Describe these people.

“I don’t really have friends, sadly. I’m a pretty lonely person.”

57. Do you have a spouse or significant other?  If so,describe this person.

“Nope.”

58. Have you ever been in love?  If so, describe whathappened.

“I don’t think so.”

59. What do you look for in a potential lover?

“Someone who loves me for me.”

60. How close are you to your family?

“Not very.”

61. Have you started your own family?  If so, describe them.  If not, do you want to?  Why or why not?

“Nope.”

62. Who would you turn to if you were in desperate need of help?

“Um… Azeyma?”

63. Do you trust anyone to protect you?  Who, and why?

“I don’t know of many people who would.”

64. If you died or went missing, who would miss you?

“My mother, I suppose.”

65. Who is the person you despise the most, and why?

“My father, but I wouldn’t say I despise him. He treats my mother right so that’s fine. He keeps the brutality at the guild away from her.”

66. Do you tend to argue with people, or avoid conflict?

“I’m not really to either. I pick my battles.”

67. Do you tend to take on leadership roles in social situations?

“Not… really.”

68. Do you like interacting with large groups of people?  Why or why not?

“I’m kind of socially awkward, so not really. I generally stand off to the side and talk to a small group or I don’t talk at all.”

69. Do you care what others think of you?

“Not really.”

Part 6: Likes AndDislikes

70. What is/are your favorite hobbies and pastimes?

“Napping and practicing.”

71. What is your most treasured possession?

“My mother gave me a ring before I left, so I’d have to say that.”

72. What is your favorite color?

“Crimson. Such a beautiful, deep red.”

73. What is your favorite food?

“Food. Ha! I’m not picky.”

74. What, if anything, do you like to read?

“I like to read… Wow, can’t believe I’m admitting this. I like to read romances. There! I said it!”

75. What is your idea of good entertainment (consider music,movies, art, etc.)?

“Music is big for me, but I generally find fun in practicing my fighting or reading.”

76. Do you smoke, drink, or use drugs?  If so,why?  Do you want to quit?

“No. No I don’t.”

77. How do you spend a typical Saturday night?

“Carefully.”

78. What makes you laugh?

“The list is too long. I’m a pretty easy-going person.”

79. What, if anything, shocks or offends you?

“Racism. Corruption. The likes.”

80. What would you do if you had insomnia and had to find something to do to amuse yourself?

“I would read more than I usually do. Insomnia sounds…terrible. All the naps… gone.”

81. How do you deal with stress?

“Depends on the stress level. If it’s a lot, I’ll go take my frustration out on random over-populated wild life. If it’s lesser, I’ll rest or read.”

82. Are you spontaneous, or do you always need to have a plan?

“I’m kind of in the middle. I plan spontaneously, if that makes sense.”

83. What are your pet peeves?

“People who are rude for absolutely no reason.”

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?

“I don’t really have a routine. I just take things as they come at me. I wake up at… some time, then eat and get ready, then go fulfill some duties so I can eat again.”

85. What is your greatest strength as a person?

“My heart and mind.”

86. What is your greatest weakness?

“My temper, I’d say.”

87. If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?

“Hm… Temper, I guess. Even though it’s not a huge thing. I’m pretty happy with who I am, though.”

88. Are you generally introverted or extroverted?

“Introverted, mostly. I’m trying to change that, though.”

89. Are you generally organized or messy?

“Organized chaos.”

90. Name three things you consider yourself to be very good at, and three things you consider yourself to be very bad at.

“I’m good at… hunting, learning, and anything requiring manual dexterity. I’m pretty bad at gathering, socializing, and the romantic stuff.”

91. Do you like yourself?

“Generally, yeah.”

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…)

“I want to protect. I missed out at my chance to fight along side the Warriors of Light 5 years ago. I won’t let that happen again.”

93. What goal do you most want to accomplish in your lifetime?

“I want to become a Dragoon deserving of that title.”

94. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

“Hopefully alive and fighting the good fight.”

95. If you could choose, how would you want to die?

“Heroically.”

96. If you knew you were going to die in 24 hours, name three things you would do in the time you had left.

“Make everything right with my parents, secure some fundsfor my sister, and I’d attempt to write a novel in 24 hours. I’m a little foolish, I know.”

97. What is the one thing for which you would most like tobe remembered after your death?

“Fighting the good fight, I suppose.”

98. What three words best describe your personality?

“Caring tenacious guardian.”

99. What three words would others probably use to describeyou?

“Joking shy lancer?”

100. If you could, what advice would you, the player, giveto 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…)

W’Dekan, you need to just open up, man. I’m sure there areplenty of people out there who would love to meet you if you just tried talking to them instead of sticking so much to yourself. You have good control of yourself, so you don’t have to worry about breaking thing around you. The world isn’t made of fucking porcelain. 

 

[Jijinji]

This is actually very fun and is really helping me flesh out Aegon! I'm trying to do this IC which makes it more fun. 

 

 

Part 1: The Basics

 

 

1.What is your full name?

 

My full name is Aegon Holt.

 

2.Where and when were you born?

 

I was born in Ul'dah. I was born during the 18th Sun of the 5th Umbral Moon. 

 

3.Who are/were your parents?

 

Morgant & Olenna Holt, They travel so I never see them much and they have a habit of not keeping in touch. They love me dearly so it's not a matter of not caring. They can just be absent minded *laughs*.

 

4.Do you have any siblings?  What are/were they like?

 

I'm a only child as far as I am aware of. Who knows what they have done in the few years since I have seen my parents. So they could have had  another child for all I know. The thought doesn't really bother me.

 

5.Where do you live now, and with whom?  Describe the place and the person/people.

 

I live where I was born Ul'dah on my own in the home that my parents left behind. It's a decent home but nothing really extravagant It's actually the perfect size for one or two people.

 

6.What is your occupation?

 

Just a simple adventurer right now and I'm just fine with that!

 

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.

 

Age: 24

Height: 6 fulms 7 ilms

Weight: Average

Race: Hyur Midlander

Hair: Red with dark orange highlights.

Eyes: Tealish

Style of Dress: Whatever I feel like or can afford. 

Tattoos: One on the right side of my face

Scars: A slanted one across my left eye.

 

8.To which social class do you belong? 

 

I'd say I'm middle class maybe upper middle but non of that really matters to me I'm happy with my situation.

 

9.Do you have any allergies, diseases, or other physical weaknesses?

 

No I'm pretty healthy and no allergies I am aware of yet.

 

10. Are you right- or left-handed?

 

Right handed

 

11. What does your voice sound like?

 

(I don't remember will edit when after I listen to his voice again)

 

12. What words and/or phrases do you use very frequently?

 

I say "Okay" a lot

 

13. What do you have in your pockets?

 

Some spare gil and a pendant I got from my parents the first time they left when I was a child.

 

14. Do you have any quirks, strange mannerisms, annoying habits, or other defining characteristics?

 

I will say things at the wrong time or say things that where stupid in retrospect. My mind also tends to wander which seems to run in the family.

 

 

Part 2: Growing Up

 

 

15. How would you describe your childhood in general?

 

My childhood was somewhat lonely because my parents where gone a lot for months or years at a time. I was always welcome to go with them but I would rather stay at home as I didn't want to go to far from the place that I called home and loved and I cared very much for my education at the time. I had fun though I would wander around Ul'dah and try to see all of it's beauty. It's nostalgic thinking about it! *smiles*

 

16. What is your earliest memory?

 

17. How much schooling have you had?

 

I had a fair amount of schooling I attended for a good chunk of my life. Just because I chose to be an adventurer doesn't mean I couldn't have been anything else I wanted to be!

 

18. Did you enjoy school?

 

Yes very much so! I was usually left alone but that was of my own accord. I had a few friends though and I saw that time learning and having fun with them some of the best years of my life!

 

19. Where did you learn most of your skills and other abilities?

 

My father collected several books and scrolls and would leave them at our home and a few of them where on light combat for protecting yourself while adventuring so I learned form those. I was mostly self taught though. I did eventually find someone to teach me more advanced things and I learned a lot from her.

 

20. While growing up, did you have any role models?  If so, describe them.

 

My parents they are very kind people and did everything they could for me whenever they where around. They love to travel and see everything Eorzea and the world beyond have to offer. I want to be like them and see everything and come to love every inch of Hydaelyn. I also look up to the one who taught me how to really protect myself she wasn't afraid of anything and I admired her for that.

 

21. While growing up, how did you get along with the other members of your 

family?

 

I got along very well with my mother and father when they where around I never held any contempt for them ever and I still don't. 

 

22. As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?

 

Exactly what I am now an adventurer just like my parents.

 

23. As a child, what were your favorite activities?

 

Exploring the city and training myself to be an adventurer. 

 

24. As a child, what kinds of personality traits did you display?

 

I always tried to be kind to those around me and if I was in a group with other kids I would try to lead. 

 

25. As a child, were you popular?  Who were your friends, and what were they like?

 

I'm not sure of what others thought of me so I don't know if I was popular or not. I had a few friends who are no longer around as they left Eorzea all together. 

 

26. When and with whom was your first kiss?

 

What are you doing asking a question like that? Well to answer your question I haven't kissed anyone yet. 

 

27. Are you a virgin?  If not, when and with whom did you lose your virginity?

 

Again with the unnecessary questions! Well if I never kissed before then it goes without saying that I am a virgin does it not? Oh gods why did I answer with that... *hangs head in embarrassment*

 

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.

 

Again my parents.[/spolier]

 

 

[Savarah]

By the Twelve this was difficult! But it did allow me to really think about Sav's backstory, so it was worth it. She may seem a little bit flat, but she need time and the forming of relationships with others to really flesh out her personality. She sounds very knightly on paper.

I wrote her responses more like a letter than if she were actually sitting down to a face to face interview.

 

 

 

 

Part 1: The Basics

1.What is your full name? Savarah Ardyn

2.Where and when were you born? 19^th Sun ofthe 2^nd Umbral Moon, somewhere in the Shroud

3.Who are/were your parents?  (Know their names,occupations, personalities, etc.) Eleon’to and Oranta Ardyn, botharchers by nature. I don’t remember my father…my mother tells me he died not long after my first nameday. She tells me my father was a great man. My mother was a wonderful woman, strong and very caring. Supported me all on her own, she did, simply by making sure Gridania’s butchers always had a steady supply of fresh meat.

4.Do you have any siblings?  What are/were they like?My parents were never blessed with any other children.

5.Where do you live now, and with whom?  Describe theplace and the person/people. I live near Limsa Lominsa, alone, stayingin whatever unoccupied or dry place I can find. I go into town to purchase whatever I may need.

6.What is your occupation? They label me anadventurer. Doing what I can for the good of the realm…and for whatever I can get paid for.

7.Write a full physical description of yourself.  Youmight want to consider factors such as: height, weight, race, hair and eye color, style of dress, and any tattoos, scars, or distinguishing marks.I’m an about average Miqo’te, standing at 5 fulms, 5 ilms. I am 23 cycles and have the lean,deceptively toned body of my archer ancestors though I don’t think myself thin. Silver hair, silver eyes. I wear enough to protect me, but not enough to hinder swift movement. I have traditional Miqo’te markings on my face, but I am otherwise pretty normal looking.

8.To which social class do you belong? I like tobelieve I’m lower middle class. I have enough gil to get by.

9.Do you have any allergies, diseases, or other physicalweaknesses? I’m rather healthy, thank you!

10. Are you right- or left-handed? Right.

11. What does your voice sound like? Like any otherfemale, I would imagine. Just not that high, squeaky, annoying voice. I hate that.

12. What words and/or phrases do you use very frequently?My adjective of choice is normally ‘bloody’, and I find myself saying ‘By theTwelve’ quite often.

13. What do you have in your pockets? Mainly gil, myhandkerchief, and my dagger.

14. Do you have any quirks, strange mannerisms, annoyinghabits, or other defining characteristics? Oh yes, more than I care tothink about! But the most obvious is probably how often I sigh. And of course my temper, but I’m sure you already knew that.

Part 2: Growing Up

15. How would you describe your childhood in general?My mother gave me all she could, and what a woman she was. I suppose it wouldhave been nice if my father had been alive, too.

16. What is your earliest memory? I remember lyingamong the leaves looking up at my mother, the sun behind her head. Beautiful, now that I think of it.

17. How much schooling have you had? My mother waseducated, so she taught me what she knew. I can read and write. Basic history, and all that. I’ve been told I have a wonderful ear for languages though I don’ think so.

18. Did you enjoy school? I enjoyed listening to mymother teach. She could’ve said anything and I would have taken it for the truth.

19. Where did you learn most of your skills and otherabilities? You aren’t a very good listener, are you?

20. While growing up, did you have any role models?  Ifso, describe them. By the Twelve, my mother!

21. While growing up, how did you get along with the othermembers of your family? My mother was akin to the Gods. She could do no wrong.

22. As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?I thought I was destined to be an archer like my parents.

23. As a child, what were your favorite activities? Myfavorite thing was going to town with mother. So many people congregated in one place, it was almost magical.

24. As a child, what kinds of personality traits did youdisplay? I was (and still am) very outspoken. I have a short temper, butI was very dedicated to learning and bettering myself.

25. As a child, were you popular?  Who were yourfriends, and what were they like? Popular, I barely know the meaning ofthe word. There’s nothing but animals in the Shroud. My only friend other than my mother was Jorah, my chocobo.

26. When and with whom was your first kiss? Jorah, mybeautiful feathered friend. And every kiss since!

27. Are you a virgin?  If not, when and with whom didyou lose your virginity? I am indeed a virgin. No opportunities forbonding ever presented themselves when I was younger. Jorah’s the only man in my life.

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. Iwas self-sufficient because I had to be, and that carries into my adult life. My mother could have been Menphina herself for all I knew. She never wronged a soul, and I do everything to make her proud in hopes I’ll see her again.

Part 3: Past Influences

29. What do you consider the most important event of yourlife so far? When I received my first book relating to arcanists. Fromthat day forward, my path was set.

30. Who has had the most influence on you? My mother,of course.

31. What do you consider your greatest achievement?Learning to ride Jorah, and learning my first spells.

32. What is your greatest regret? Not remembering myfather. I don’t even know his face, or his voice.

33. What is the most evil thing you have ever done?Never an evil act, only evil thoughts.

34. Do you have a criminal record of any kind? Ofcourse not!

35. When was the time you were the most frightened?Carteneau...

36. What is the most embarrassing thing ever to happen to you?I almost stole a book from a stall in Gridania. I had the opportunity, and Iwanted to very badly. I think the woman who ran the stall knew it, too. It was then that she struck up a deal with me, allowing me to borrow books as long as I returned them. I always did.

37. If you could change one thing from your past, what wouldit be, and why? My father…I would make sure he lived.

38. What is your best memory? When my mother purchasedJorah for me when I was 8 cycles! Possibly the happiest moment of my life.

39. What is your worst memory? When I left my motherat 16 cycles to forge my own path and aid the war effort in Limsa.

Part 4: Beliefs And Opinions

40. Are you basically optimistic or pessimistic? I’dlike to believe I’m optimistic and that everyone is honorable, but my experiences in the war changed that.

41. What is your greatest fear? That a second eventlike Dalamud will come to pass.

42. What are your religious views? I follow Menphinalike many of my kind, and I believe in the Twelve.

43. What are your political views? Those with too muchgil always crave more, despite the cost. Politics are a game played by the rich and powerful. I want no part of it.

44. What are your views on sex? It sounds nice enough,with the right person.

45. Are you able to kill?  Under what circumstances doyou find killing to be acceptable or unacceptable? Yes, without a doubt.I’ve been killing animals to survive my whole life, and people to stop the Garlean advance. Killing for a cause is acceptable, so long as you think for yourself and are not a mere sheep following the flock. I do believe in honor.

46. In your opinion, what is the most evil thing any humanbeing could do? Killing the young ones. There is no honor or victorywith the deaths of children.

47. Do you believe in the existence of soul mates and/or truelove? I believe there can be, though it is rare. From the way my mothertalked about my father, I think they were soulmates.

48. What do you believe makes a successful life? Somegil in your pocket, a full belly, a worthy companion, and love in your heart.

49. How honest are you about your thoughts and feelings (i.e.do you hide your true self from others, and in what way)? I only deceivethose I don’t trust. Though if you earn my trust, I am honest and true about all things.

50. Do you have any biases or prejudices? Not at all.

51. Is there anything you absolutely refuse to do under anycircumstances?  Why do you refuse to do it? I will never harm achild. Children need to grow and forge their own way, and only the gods can say when there time in this world has ended.

52. Who or what, if anything, would you die for (or otherwisego to extremes for)? I would do anything for my family, blood or otherwise.

Part 5: Relationships With Others

53. In general, how do you treat others (politely, rudely, bykeeping them at a distance, etc.)?  Does your treatment of them change depending on how well you know them, and if so, how? I keep strangersand acquaintances at a distance, and I am not completely honest with strangers, especially in Limsa. But I do treat everyone with the respect they deserve.

54. Who is the most important person in your life, and why?My mother was, until the Fall. Now, it’s myself.

55. Who is the person you respect the most, and why?My mother. She was my guardian, my protector, my provide, my teacher.

56. Who are your friends?  Do you have a bestfriend?  Describe these people. Jorah is my best friend, and alwayswill be! He listens to my jokes, gives me good criticism, and makes me happy.

57. Do you have a spouse or significant other?  If so,describe this person. I don’t have anyone, really. Hard to accept otherswhen most of my life I’ve been alone.

58. Have you ever been in love?  If so, describe what

happened. I know what love is, or at least I think I do. But I’ve neverbeen in love, no.

59. What do you look for in a potential lover? Ireally don’t know. I suppose honesty and a sense of honor. And good looks don’t hurt.

60. How close are you to your family? My mother and Iwere practically inseparable.

61. Have you started your own family?  If so, describethem.  If not, do you want to?  Why or why not? I supposestarting my own family would be nice, in a perfect world. But now, there are too many people who would use your family against you. Now is not the time.

62. Who would you turn to if you were in desperate need ofhelp? I…I don’t know. I’m hoping that time will never come.

63. Do you trust anyone to protect you?  Who, and why?Jorah will protect me should he need to. He’s something, that bird.

64. If you died or went missing, who would miss you?My mother and father would, were they still alive. I’d like to think Jorahwould miss me, too.

65. Who is the person you despise the most, and why?Nael van Darnus. That man is a danger to himself and those around him, and hedoesn’t care who he endangered with his foolish quest.

66. Do you tend to argue with people, or avoid conflict?I can be quite argumentative.

67. Do you tend to take on leadership roles in socialsituations? I try to, simply because having certain others in thosepositions could be detrimental to my health.

68. Do you like interacting with large groups ofpeople?  Why or why not? I am very nervous around large groups. Toomuch movement, it’s much harder to focus.

69. Do you care what others think of you? To anextent, I think we all do. I just want the respect I deserve and for others to think I’m a good person.

Part 6: Likes And Dislikes

70. What is/are your favorite hobbies and pastimes? Istill enjoy practicing archery. It reminds me of my parents.

71. What is your most treasured possession? Jorah.

72. What is your favorite color? Purple.

73. What is your favorite food? I do enjoy eatingdodo, I don’t care how it’s prepared.

74. What, if anything, do you like to read? Anythingthat the Arcanists’ Guild can provide me.

75. What is your idea of good entertainment (consider music,movies, art, etc.)? Watching people dance. It’s an art all on its own.

76. Do you smoke, drink, or use drugs?  If so,why?  Do you want to quit? I will have a drink on occasion.

77. How do you spend a typical Saturday night?Sometimes in a bar, if I’m lucky enough to have the gil.

78. What makes you laugh? Drunkards. They do and saythe most amazing things.

79. What, if anything, shocks or offends you? I amoffended by elitists and those who are prejudiced without good reason.

80. What would you do if you had insomnia and had to findsomething to do to amuse yourself? Probably grab my bow and shoot atrandom targets.

81. How do you deal with stress? A good chocobo ridealways clears the head.

82. Are you spontaneous, or do you always need to have a plan?I do like to have a plan.

83. What are your pet peeves? I can’t think of any atthe moment other than people who mistreat their chocobos.

Part 7: Self Images And Etc.

84. Describe the routine of a normal day for you.  Howdo you feel when this routine is disrupted? Wake up, groom myself, walkinto town, check to see if anyone needs anything done for some quick gil, wash, hunt or eat, and sleep. It’s a very loose routine, and I like a little spice in my life.

85. What is your greatest strength as a person? I am

honorable above nearly all else.

86. What is your greatest weakness? Well, my honorgets in the way when dealing with those who have none.

87. If you could change one thing about yourself, what wouldit be? I wish I could open up to people easier.

88. Are you generally introverted or extroverted?Introverted.

89. Are you generally organized or messy? I don’t ownenough things to be considered messy.

90. Name three things you consider yourself to be very goodat, and three things you consider yourself to be very bad at. I believeI’m a fast learner, a good archer, and a good hunter. I am terrible at interacting with large crowds, understanding complex mathematics, and speaking languages other than Eorzean.

91. Do you like yourself? Of course I do! Who in theseven hells doesn’t like themselves?

92. What are your reasons for being an adventurer (or doingthe 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…) I want to be stronger and see allthat Eorzea has to offer.

93. What goal do you most want to accomplish in your lifetime?I want to bring my parents back…and I know I can’t. But I’ll live my life in a way that they would be proud of.

94. Where do you see yourself in 5 years? Making surethe Garleans retreat all the way back to Garlemald.

95. If you could choose, how would you want to die? Onthe battlefield, defending what I love.

96. If you knew you were going to die in 24 hours, name threethings you would do in the time you had left. Find Jorah a new owner whowould treat him as well as I do, make sure my story is written down so it will get told one day, and tell any friends or family that I love them.

97. What is the one thing for which you would most like to beremembered after your death? I want to be remembered as someone whoalways did what she thought was right.

98. What three words best describe your personality?Honorable, ambitious, and dependable.

99. What three words would others probably use to describeyou? Proud, overly righteous, and probably feisty.

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…) Keep your head up, and keep looking forward. The past cannot be changed, and the future can only be forged by your hands.

 

[Deirdre]

(Please note, this is not cannon, but IC representation. Had lots of fun doing this!)

 

 

 

 

A thin, lithe Elezen woman sits tall in the chair across from the interviewer, one long leg crossed over the other. She does not look impressed, fingers folded in her lap neatly. As she answers questions, she looks forward with a sharp gaze.

 

Part 1: The Basics

 

1.What is your full name?

 

“I was born Deirdre Ta’ea.”

 

2.Where and when were you born?

 

“Deep in the mountains of The Garlean Empire, a small village that no longer stands. My Nameday is the Third Sun of the First Umbral Moon, the cycle 1549.”

 

3.Who are/were your parents? (Know their names, occupations, personalities, etc.)

 

“Nichiel and Raien Ta’ea. Nichiel, my father, was a smith… Raien, my mother, never worked a sun in her life. Both are gone from this world.”

 

4.Do you have any siblings? What are/were they like?

 

Before answering she glances away and swallows hard. “ I have a brother not of my kin, but he lived with my parents before I was born, so it was as if he was. His name is Bancroft Gairn, I do not know where he is now…”

 

5.Where do you live now, and with whom? Describe the place and the person/people.

 

Looking back she retains her cool expression again, uncrossing her legs and re-crossing them the other way. “I have no home.”

 

6.What is your occupation?

 

“As of this moment, it is that which provides me gil. There is no title to such.”

 

7.Give 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.

 

“I am a female, twenty cycles and eight, Wildwood Elezen. I stand five fulms and ten ilms tall and weight near 140 ponz. My hair is azure, and my eyes blue. I have a mark below my right eye and a diamond burn scar on the bottom of my right foot. What more do you want?”

 

8.To which social class do you belong?

 

“I have belonged to the lower class all of my life.”

 

9.Do you have any allergies, diseases, or other physical weaknesses?

 

The Elezen raises and elegant azure brow, smirking slightly. “I have none of these things.”

 

10. Are you right- or left-handed?

 

“I can use both hands, but I prefer to ink parchment with my right.”

 

11. What does your voice sound like?

 

“How odd of a question, can you not hear it? Smooth… I have been told I have an accent, I speak my words more particularly than others.”

 

12. What words and/or phrases do you use very frequently?

 

She waves her hand dismissively. “This is a foolish question, move on.”

 

13. What do you have in your pockets?

 

Looking to her side the Elezen digs through her belted pouch and places on the table a whetstone, a small blue crystal, a few pieces of gil, a small roll of gauze and two vials; one of blue liquid, the other clear.

 

14. Do you have any quirks, strange mannerisms, annoying habits, or other defining characteristics?

 

She speaks while repacking the pouch at her side. “I am never unarmed, I am told that is strange. I dislike the heat immensely, terribly uncomfortable. My lip, yes, I bite it often… bothersome.”

 

Part 2: Growing Up

 

15. How would you describe your childhood in general?

 

She smiles, remembering fondly. “I had a very good childhood, I was a very happy girl surrounded by my kin.”

 

16. What is your earliest memory?

 

“Sleeping next to my brother… I remember it vividly, he had his eyes closed, black hair in disarray. His ears twitched slightly, alert even though he was so far in to slumber. I remember the fresh smell of him and the feel of his hands…”

 

17. How much schooling have you had?

 

“Little, I took a cycle or two of classes mandatory before I was to be married. To learn to speak and write like a lady, those sorts of things.”

 

18. Did you enjoy school?

 

“At the time? No. I wanted to be out playing with my brother and the other boys, or with my father.”

 

19. Where did you learn most of your skills and other abilities?

 

“I learnt to cook and clean on my own, my father taught me to ride. Killing, torturing, coercion, weapons skill, hunting, tracking… all of that is the training I received from the Empire.”

 

20. While growing up, did you have any role models? If so, describe them.

 

“Two I suppose, my father and brother. Very few others have influenced me as much as they did.”

 

21. While growing up, how did you get along with the other members of your family?

 

“The only one I did not get along with was my mother. She did not like me either. She was a coward.”

 

22. As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?

 

Tapping her chin slightly the woman thinks for a tick. “A dancer, I suppose.”

 

23. As a child, what were your favorite activities?

 

“Climbing trees, riding, running… all sorts of things.” Remembering something she leans forward. “I used to walk along the tops of the wooden fences, you know the posts? Yes from one to the next, balancing. I enjoyed that.”

 

24. As a child, what kinds of personality traits did you display?

 

“... I do not understand this question. Move on.”

 

25. As a child, were you popular? Who were your friends, and what were they like?

 

“I spent more time with the boys than the girls. The boys liked me well enough, we were all friends… many of the names I have forgotten. I recall each face though…” She smiles sadly.

 

26. When and with whom was your first kiss?

 

She chuckles softly. “I suppose this excludes my father and brother… if so, then it would be Matthieu. We were barely seven cycles, on a dare. We made the other boys kiss toads after!”

 

27. Are you a virgin? If not, when and with whom did you lose your virginity?

 

“Twelve no, I have not been such for over seventeen cycles. Cade was his name, a Highlander, travelled through our village a few times each cycle… I think he was… twenty and seven? I snuck out from bed and went in to the woods with him. Knowing all I do now, there is regret.

 

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.

 

She furrows her brow. “I suppose the burning of my home and the death of my father forced me toward the Empire, and thus in to the soldier I am. They taught me… you kill or die. Such is the way of things.”

 

Part 3: Past Influences

 

29. What do you consider the most important event of your life so far?

 

“The births of my children.”

 

30. Who has had the most influence on you?

 

“I believe I already said, my father and my brother.”

 

31. What do you consider your greatest achievement?

 

“… move on.”

 

32. What is your greatest regret?

 

“Not dying beside my father, or killing myself when I had the chance, instead of hoping another would do it for me.”

 

33. What is the most evil thing you have ever done?

 

“Evil… the views of evil depend on which side of the blade you stand on. But… in truths… I killed a child, that was evil regardless of any thinking.”

 

34. Do you have a criminal record of any kind?

 

“… I do not understand. Move on.”

 

35. When was the time you were the most frightened?

 

“Many times. The most was sitting in the snow, watching my house burn, seeing the men at the top of the hill raise their rifles over us.”

 

36. What is the most embarrassing thing ever to happen to you?

 

“A man cut all of my hair off and made me look like a little boy.” Fingers unconsciously reach for stray azure strands at her cheeks, fingertips shifting through her locks of hair.

 

37. If you could change one thing from your past, what would it be, and why?

 

“A foolish question, there is no changing what is gone, even if there is infinite wish to. Move on.”

 

38. What is your best memory?

 

“All good memories are best memories.”

 

39. What is your worst memory?

 

“… standing in the river, blood staining the waters, bodies flowing past me…”

 

Part 4: Beliefs And Opinions

 

40. Are you basically optimistic or pessimistic?

 

She frowns and glares.

 

41. What is your greatest fear?

 

“Fear is weakness. No fear, fewer weaknesses.”

 

42. What are your religious views?

 

“I pray to Menphina and Halone… occasionally both at the same time.”

 

43. What are your political views?

 

“Tch, fat men with jingling pouches worry of such foolish things. He who has the most power will tower over all.”

 

44. What are your views on sex?

 

“Men only, I do not like women. Taller, preferably, and never Lalafell.”

 

45. Are you able to kill? Under what circumstances do you find killing to be acceptable or unacceptable?

 

“Are there those who say no to this? They are foolish, each and every one of us is able to kill, and if you have not, they you have simply not been in such a position. Killing is a requirement.”

 

46. In your opinion, what is the most evil thing any human being could do?

 

“Kill a child.”

 

47. Do you believe in the existence of soul mates and/or true love?

 

She whispers softly, looking away. “… I do.”

 

48. What do you believe makes a successful life?

 

“Surviving. If you are alive, then you are doing well.”

 

49. How honest are you about your thoughts and feelings (i.e. do you hide your true self from others, and in what way)?

 

“Move on.”

 

50. Do you have any biases or prejudices?

 

“Lalafell and Duskwights are inferior to the rest, and I have nothing to speak the contrary.”

 

51. Is there anything you absolutely refuse to do under any circumstances? Why do you refuse to do it?

 

“Cut my hair.”

 

52. Who or what, if anything, would you die for (or otherwise go to extremes for)?

 

“I would die for my children, and for those I love and wish to protect, of which there are very few.”

 

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?

 

“Those I do not know are not to be trusted until they have proven themselves safe. I have no issue killing one I have known for long if I must.”

 

54. Who is the most important person in your life, and why?

 

“My children… Crane, Cygnus and Falke.”

 

55. Who is the person you respect the most, and why?

 

“… there are very few I respect… among those I do are Commander Mtoto Wamoto, Endri… Alothia…” Trailing off she clears her throat.

 

56. Who are your friends? Do you have a best friend? Describe these people.

 

She recrosses her legs again as she thinks, slipping a hand against her knee. “I have friends…” She does not specify or make eye contact.

 

57. Do you have a spouse or significant other? If so, describe this person.

 

“No.”

 

58. Have you ever been in love? If so, describe what happened.

 

“… yes. Move on.”

 

59. What do you look for in a potential lover?

 

“Strength. Taller. Broad shoulders. The eyes are important, the hands too, neither should be too soft.”

 

60. How close are you to your family?

 

“My family is dead, in being alive, I am not so close to them.”

 

61. Have you started your own family? If so, describe them. If not, do you want to? Why or why not?

 

“I have three children. Twins, Crane and Cygnus, eight cycles. They have black hair, Crane kept my eyes, Cygnus with red. Falke is my youngest, my hair and eyes… six cycles. Different men.”

 

62. Who would you turn to if you were in desperate need of help?

 

“Alothia.”

 

63. Do you trust anyone to protect you? Who, and why?

 

“Endricane. He has protected me when I was younger. He is a strong man.”

 

64. If you died or went missing, who would miss you?

 

“No one.”

 

65. Who is the person you despise the most, and why?

 

“I despise many.”

 

66. Do you tend to argue with people, or avoid conflict?

 

“Can we cease these foolish questions?!”

 

67. Do you tend to take on leadership roles in social situations?

 

“It is better to remain silent and watch.”

 

68. Do you like interacting with large groups of people? Why or why not?

 

“Larger groups are more dangerous, and yet safe. You can hide among the people, but there can also be many enemies within. I avoid such precarious situations if I can.”

 

69. Do you care what others think of you?

 

“It does not matter what others think. In fact, it does not matter what you think.”

 

Part 6: Likes And Dislikes

 

70. What is/are your favorite hobbies and pastimes?

 

“I like to train. Run, target practice...”

 

71. What is your most treasured possession?

 

“A dagger.”

 

72. What is your favorite color?

 

“Ahm…” She glances around, and in finding nothing that catches her eye, she shrugs.

 

73. What is your favorite food?

 

“I like wild berries.”

 

74. What, if anything, do you like to read?

 

“Tomes of history and religion, though it is hard to get such in Garlean text.”

 

75. What is your idea of good entertainment (consider music, movies, art, etc.)?

 

“… fighting. Sparring, the best kind of entertainment… and not the foolish brawls of drunken men in the Coliseum.”

 

76. Do you smoke, drink, or use drugs? If so, why? Do you want to quit?

 

She just looks away and nods.

 

77. How do you spend a typical Saturday night?

 

“A… what? Are you insulting me?”

 

78. What makes you laugh?

 

She just stares.

 

79. What, if anything, shocks or offends you?

 

“Fools.”

 

80. What would you do if you had insomnia and had to find something to do to amuse yourself?

 

“… find a man, I will amuse myself all eve and in to next.”

 

81. How do you deal with stress?

 

“Train… hunt… spar…”

 

82. Are you spontaneous, or do you always need to have a plan?

 

“I prefer to plan, but you cannot simply be just one… that is limiting yourself.”

 

83. What are your pet peeves?

 

She raises her chin. “Weaklings.”

 

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?

 

“Routine is for housewives and those wishing to get trapped.”

 

85. What is your greatest strength as a person?

 

“That I could kill you faster than you could kill me.”

 

86. What is your greatest weakness?

 

“Trusting.”

 

87. If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?

 

“I wish I did not want to be around others as much as I do.”

 

88. Are you generally introverted or extroverted?

 

“Move on.”

 

89. Are you generally organized or messy?

 

“Everything must have its place.” Carefully she adjusts the parchment and quill on the table.

 

90. Name three things you consider yourself to be very good at, and three things you consider yourself to be very bad at.

 

“I am good at killing, fighting and manipulating. I am poor at being a mother, loving… and trusting.”

 

91. Do you like yourself?

 

“No, I do not.”

 

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…)

 

“I do not know the answer to this.”

 

93. What goal do you most want to accomplish in your lifetime?

 

“Death.”

 

94. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

 

“I do not understand… I can see distance, but only Gods see through the cycles. This is a foolish question.”

 

95. If you could choose, how would you want to die?

 

“In battle, bloody and unable to fight any longer, killed by a warrior much stronger than I.”

 

96. If you knew you were going to die in 24 hours, name three things you would do in the time you had left.

 

“Kiss my children goodbye. Mh? No, that is three things. Three children, three kisses. That is all.”

 

97. What is the one thing for which you would most like to be remembered after your death?

 

“I do not wish to be remembered.”

 

98. What three words best describe your personality?

 

“…” She watches silently with icy cold eyes, unspeaking.

 

99. What three words would others probably use to describe you?

 

“Ah, I have heard these. ‘Crazy’, ‘Insane’ and ‘Traitor’.”

 

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…)

 

Gives Deirdre a hug. “Everything is going to be alright, just be strong. You will be happy one day, just try not to destroy it this time.”

 

[Vash]

*Edit* Need to Redo them!

[AFriendOfAFriend]

An interesting way to get into your character's head. I've been having some trouble hammering out the finer details of his personality, so this helped immensely. The answers are IC, given as though in an interview. Warning for some mild language.

 

 

 

 

Part 1: The Basics

 

1.What is your full name?

"Montague ________. Most... um, most folks call me Monty." (Last name is subject to change.)

 

2.Where and when were you born?

"Somewhere near Limsa Lominsa, about twenty-nine years ago or so."

 

3.Who are/were your parents? (Know their names, occupations, personalities, etc.)

"I... um... I don't know."

 

4.Do you have any siblings? What are/were they like?

"Not in a technical sense, no. I stuck up for some of the other orphans, but... -shakes his head- No."

 

5.Where do you live now, and with whom? Describe the place and the person/people.

"Don't really live anywhere, as such. I've been traveling with a merchant caravan, helping out with the repairs after the Calamity. It's not bad - good work, good people. You meet a lot of interesting folk, wandering around. Thinking of settling down, though."

 

6.What is your occupation?

"Carpenter, at the moment. Used to work for the Maelstrom, but I lost my stomach for that kind of thing after Carteneau. Might be changing in the future, though... Something on the wind."

 

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.

"I'm... um... tall? I'm Elezen, though, so that's not much to be proud of. Kind of, erm, gangly, I suppose. Uh... Longish dirty blonde hair- usually keep it pulled back, out of the way. My eyes are blue; um, well, they were. Went blind in my left, so it's blue and white now, I guess. Dress... um... practical? No tattoos, but I've got a few scars... Small cut on my cheek, a hole in my shoulder, nasty one on my leg - almost cut it off when I was a kid, logging incident. That's pretty much it, I think."

 

8.To which social class do you belong?

"-laughs- No class, I suppose."

 

9.Do you have any allergies, diseases, or other physical weaknesses?

"Been told I look kind of sickly, but I think it's because I don't sleep much... Uh... Does being half-blind count?"

 

10. Are you right- or left-handed?

"Right."

 

11. What does your voice sound like?

"Uh... deeper side of normal, I guess? Never really thought about it, um... People say I'm quiet?"

 

12. What words and/or phrases do you use very frequently?

"Suppose I say suppose a fair bit, you know?"

 

13. What do you have in your pockets?

"Uh... Hang on, just... um... Twenty... three gil, a knife, and... come on you - Ow! Ah, Twelve, splinter, sonuva-"

 

14. Do you have any quirks, strange mannerisms, annoying habits, or other defining characteristics?

"S'pose you've noticed I tend to trail off a bit. I'm.. uh... not really used to talking to people. Takes me a moment to get the words right. I grew up around some pretty diverse folk, so my accent's kind of all over the place. Get lost in thought pretty easy, and someone once told me I hum when I'm thinking... Erm, I chew on grass stalks sometimes? Other than that, -shrugs-."

 

Part 2: Growing Up

 

15. How would you describe your childhood in general?

"Pretty normal, I guess. I'm an orphan, so I started working pretty early. Kind of boring, for the most part."

 

16. What is your earliest memory?

"That's... huh... Never really thought of that. Um... probably the matron at the orphanage, reading us to sleep. Gods be, that was forever ago."

 

17. How much schooling have you had?

"Nothing formal. I can read and write, do some basic arithmatic, but that's about it."

 

18. Did you enjoy school?

"Never went, but... Don't think I'd have enjoyed it."

 

19. Where did you learn most of your skills and other abilities?

"Learned by doing, mostly. Watched the older loggers when I was little, tried my best to imitate them - almost lost a leg that way -chuckles-. Uh... got some parade training in the Company, and I can man a ship if I had to."

 

20. While growing up, did you have any role models? If so, describe them.

"Not as such, no."

 

21. While growing up, how did you get along with the other members of your family?

"Never got on great with the other orphans, but they didn't hate me either. The matrons were always kind, but then they have to be, don't they?"

 

22. As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?

"Eh... Never really knew. Still don't, bein' honest. I've just kind of... lived, you know?"

 

23. As a child, what were your favorite activities?

"Never really had much time for fun back then."

 

24. As a child, what kinds of personality traits did you display?

"The other loggers used to say I was too quiet. I'm, uh, kind of bland, really."

 

25. As a child, were you popular? Who were your friends, and what were they like?

"Heh... we'll leave it 'no,' yes?"

 

26. When and with whom was your first kiss?

"Um... wow, hah. Haven't thought of that in awhile, um... Let's just say alcohol was involved and I ain't too proud of it, alright?"

 

27. Are you a virgin? If not, when and with whom did you lose your virginity?

"-blushes and clears his throat- Moving on."

 

28. Describe any influences in your past that led you to do the things you do today.

"I've always just kind of lived, I guess. Took the most convenient path. It's taken me some interesting places."

 

Part 3: Past Influences

 

29. What do you consider the most important event of your life so far?

"I don't... Um, don't want to be morbid, but Carteneau. Definitely. Nothing's the same, no one."

 

30. Who has had the most influence on you?

"Uh... Nobody, I guess? My, but saying that aloud makes it sad..."

 

31. What do you consider your greatest achievement?

"Really, the work I've been doing now. Helping people rebuild their homes, reclaim their lives. It's something I'll always look back on with pride."

 

32. What is your greatest regret?

"I've... hah, I've got a few. Not going to bore you, suffice to say I've burned my share of bridges."

 

33. What is the most evil thing you have ever done?

"I'd... um... I'd rather not talk about this anymore, if that's okay."

 

34. Do you have a criminal record of any kind?

"A bit, uh... It involves that whole 'first kiss' incident and we'll leave it at that."

 

35. When was the time you were the most frightened?

"I still see Dalamud cracking open in my nightmares. That great, bloody dragon..."

 

36. What is the most embarrassing thing ever to happen to you?

"Is this not going to stop coming up? -sighs- Okay. I was sixteen, the logging company I worked for was closing and I was signing on with the Maelstrom the next day. I wasn't... wasn't friends with the others, not really, but we knew eachother. They decided to get me drunk to... you know, celebrate my ascension into manhood or something asinine like that. Over the course of the evening it was discovered that I had yet to... ahem... partake of the finer things in life. The others saw fit to remedy that.

 

"It did not end well."

 

37. If you could change one thing from your past, what would it be, and why?

"That's... hmm... I don't think I would, really. I've got my regrets, but nothing... uh... worthy of being rewritten, I suppose."

 

38. What is your best memory?

"We were rebuilding a homestead out in Thanalan, just a few little houses. The owners... I've never seen people so happy to be alive, to be returning to the life they'd built for themselves. Lady of the house even made us dinner every night we worked. Something as simple as cutting some boards, slapping a frame together... It made their lives better. I loved that."

 

39. What is your worst memory?

"The whole Calamity thing is hard to top, but... um... It was a little before that, actually. During the battle itself. I got shot by one of those Garlean gun-things. Not something I'd like to experience twice."

 

Part 4: Beliefs And Opinions

 

40. Are you basically optimistic or pessimistic?

"Most would probably call me a pessimist, I suppose, but... hmm... I guess I like to think I'm more a realist."

 

41. What is your greatest fear?

"Um... Death, I suppose?"

 

42. What are your religious views?

"I've seen enough to know that somethin's out there. The old Archon's spell kind of proves that, don'tcha think?"

 

43. What are your political views?

"I try and stay out of it. Leave that stuff for someone with a head for it, you know?"

 

44. What are your views on sex?

"Again with this topic... Um, I believe it is a private matter and best left that way."

 

45. Are you able to kill? Under what circumstances do you find killing to be acceptable or unacceptable?

"I've taken men's lives before. It's... it's not something I enjoy doing, but what must be what be. They got their side of the line, I got mine, and that's that."

 

46. In your opinion, what is the most evil thing any human being could do?

"I've seen... I've seen bad things done, by good men and evil. Us people... we're capable of things that'd make the Voidsent green with envy. Don't think I could call any one thing worse than the other, but... um... Children. No one should ever hurt children."

 

47. Do you believe in the existence of soul mates and/or true love?

"Soul mates stretches credibility a bit -chuckles-, but true love? Eh, sure, why not?"

 

48. What do you believe makes a successful life?

"Leaving something behind, something... meaningful. You could have all the riches in the world, but what good's that gonna do you dead? I'd rather know my life was lived doing something good, helping people."

 

49. How honest are you about your thoughts and feelings (i.e. do you hide your true self from others, and in what way)?

"I don't... hide, as such, but I don't really like talking about certain things. I don't got much to be private about, but what I do is mine."

 

50. Do you have any biases or prejudices?

"No use for 'em, really. Nobody's any better or any worse than anybody else just by skin or state. It's what you do that makes you."

 

51. Is there anything you absolutely refuse to do under any circumstances? Why do you refuse to do it?

"I don't drink anymore. Bad experiences with it... Um... Would never harm a kid. The rest is all circumstantial, I s'pose."

 

52. Who or what, if anything, would you die for (or otherwise go to extremes for)?

"Erm, I'm not really the most passionate of people. Ain't much out there worth dying for, plenty worth killing for, and I've never been that close to anybody... I fought with my comrades, defended 'em with my life, but... I never went into a fight looking to die, you know?"

 

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 tend to keep distant, but I don't believe in bein' rude. I've never really, uh, never been real close to anybody, so I don't know if I'd treat anyone any different."

 

54. Who is the most important person in your life, and why?

"Don't really got no one like that."

 

55. Who is the person you respect the most, and why?

"I guess... huh... I guess that old Archon. Whatever he did, it put a stop to the Calamity, and probably saved my life."

 

56. Who are your friends? Do you have a best friend? Describe these people.

"Here you go, makin' me feel like a loser again -laughs-."

 

57. Do you have a spouse or significant other? If so, describe this person.

"Not as such. Wouldn't say no if somebody came along, though."

 

58. Have you ever been in love? If so, describe what happened.

"Not me, no."

 

59. What do you look for in a potential lover?

"I... um... Yeah."

 

60. How close are you to your family?

"Don't got one, weren't you listening earlier?"

 

61. Have you started your own family? If so, describe them. If not, do you want to? Why or why not?

"I guess... I guess it'd be nice, somewhere down the line. Haven't thought much about it."

 

62. Who would you turn to if you were in desperate need of help?

"-shrugs- My shadow, I suppose."

 

63. Do you trust anyone to protect you? Who, and why?

"I trust the men I work with to a point, just like I trusted my comrades in the Maelstrom. Always keep that one eye open, though. Never know what's goin' on in a man's head."

 

64. If you died or went missing, who would miss you?

"-smiles sadly- Not a one."

 

65. Who is the person you despise the most, and why?

"Wouldn't say I despise anybody, really... It's, uh, it's too much work, you know? Hating people. Saps your energy... Um... The White Raven would be a good candidate, though, if I did. World's a better place without that mad bastard in it."

 

66. Do you tend to argue with people, or avoid conflict?

"I keep my opinions to myself, mostly, but that doesn't mean I'll let someone walk over me."

 

67. Do you tend to take on leadership roles in social situations?

"I tend to avoid social situations, let alone leadin' 'em."

 

68. Do you like interacting with large groups of people? Why or why not?

"Not really. Crowds make me nervous."

 

69. Do you care what others think of you?

"Not particularly, no."

 

Part 6: Likes And Dislikes

 

70. What is/are your favorite hobbies and pastimes?

"I like to find someplace quiet to sit and think."

 

71. What is your most treasured possession?

"I don't... uh... Guess I don't have one. Not really sentimental."

 

72. What is your favorite color?

"Um... blue?"

 

73. What is your favorite food?

"Eh. Food's food."

 

74. What, if anything, do you like to read?

"Heh, um... -blushes faintly- I like the old stories, you know? Heroes and dragons and whatnot. Legends."

 

75. What is your idea of good entertainment (consider music, movies, art, etc.)?

"Music's fine, if the mood's right... Never had much of an eye for art. Saw a troupe of dancers, once, when we stopped off in Ul'dah for supplies. That was... interesting."

 

76. Do you smoke, drink, or use drugs? If so, why? Do you want to quit?

"Don't drink, or any of that. Guess I chew on grass, but that's not much of a drug. Nights are rough, since Carteneau. Helps me relax."

 

77. How do you spend a typical Saturday night?

"Alone with my thoughts, mostly."

 

78. What makes you laugh?

"Um... Funny things? I don't know."

 

79. What, if anything, shocks or offends you?

"Nothin' I can think of off hand."

 

80. What would you do if you had insomnia and had to find something to do to amuse yourself?

"I do. I think alot, go on walks, read a bit. Anythin' to pass the time, really."

 

81. How do you deal with stress?

"Think through it, mostly. Chew things when I'm nervous."

 

82. Are you spontaneous, or do you always need to have a plan?

"Neither, really. I'm more... uh... reactionary, I guess? I tend to just go with it, roll with the punches as they come."

 

83. What are your pet peeves?

"Don't really have any, I don't think."

 

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?

"Uh... Hopefully wake up, eat, work, take a break, work some more, eat again, try to sleep, repeat. Doesn't bother me much if it changes, suppose I just change with it."

 

85. What is your greatest strength as a person?

"I don't... I don't think I'm particularly strong."

 

86. What is your greatest weakness?

"Probably that I'm so... so alone. Strength in numbers, you know?"

 

87. If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?

"I guess... I guess I'd try to be more open? More comfortable, around people."

 

88. Are you generally introverted or extroverted?

"Hah. Introverted. Definitely."

 

89. Are you generally organized or messy?

"Um, bit of both? Might be a bit messy, but it's my mess, you know? I know where and what it all is."

 

90. Name three things you consider yourself to be very good at, and three things you consider yourself to be very bad at.

"Huh. It's funny, 'cause I don't like talking about myself much, but... Here I've been answerin' all your questions. I'm handy with an axe, I guess, though my depth perception's been shot to hell. I'm... Twelve, why is it so hard to think of good qualities? Um... I'm reliable, I think? Keep my word, and... uh... Honest? Bad's easier, unfortunately. I'm kind of shy, as you probably noticed... Easily distracted, too, and probably too quiet."

 

91. Do you like yourself?

"-grins- Not really."

 

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…)

"I joined the Maelstrom 'cause it was just... easy. They needed men, I needed work. Adventurin', though? ... I don't know. Been restless of late. Maybe that's what I should be doing? Rebuilding's almost done, and besides hammering things together only thing I'm decent at is fighting..."

 

93. What goal do you most want to accomplish in your lifetime?

"Don't know."

 

94. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

"-chuckles- Dead, probably."

 

95. If you could choose, how would you want to die?

"Any way that don't involve getting shot would be preferable. No fire, either... Drowning, maybe? Seems kinda peaceful."

 

96. If you knew you were going to die in 24 hours, name three things you would do in the time you had left.

"Uh... huh. Give my things away, I suppose. Tell somebody a story. Maybe get drunk one last time."

 

97. What is the one thing for which you would most like to be remembered after your death?

"The good things I've done."

 

98. What three words best describe your personality?

"Um... Damned, but you ask difficult questions. Uh... Quiet... Reserved... Alone."

 

99. What three words would others probably use to describe you?

"Probably 'who is that?' -laughs-"

 

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 can't hide forever, Monty.)

 

[Shuck]

(I dig this IC representation thing.)

 

 

 

 

Covered in soot, sweat, and machine grease, a rather haggard looking highlander...or...boxy midlander. It was hard to tell, takes measure of the interviewer.

 

Part 1: The Basics

 

1.What is your full name?

 

Isaac Jacobi. Why, who's askin' about?

 

2.Where and when were you born?

 

Ul'Dah. Low income wards. 32nd day of the 4th Astral Moon.

 

3.Who are/were your parents? (Know their names, occupations, personalities, etc.)

 

Rachel Jacobi is my mother. My father went by Sylas. The latter I never knew, as he was not the sort to do things like "raise children" or "care for a family." My mother provided for us. Worked as an Alchemist. Unfriendly woman. Fair, though. Not...not in complexion. She was just, I suppose one might say.

 

4.Do you have any siblings? What are/were they like?

 

He grits his teeth, obviously choking something back. Indeed. Two. I happen to be the oldest of three. The middle Jacobi brother is named Samuel, and there is not enough time in the world for me to list the myriad of reasons that he should be shot, stabbed, beaten, drowned, drawn, quartered, burnt, and scattered to the sea. The youngest is Adam. Mute. Lives at one of the Ossuaries, I forget which.

 

5.Where do you live now, and with whom? Describe the place and the person/people.

 

Currently? In a tent on the Lominsan isles. There's little to it. It's beige? Sits in a clearing.

 

My crew takes up residence in this clearing as well. Beatric Reid, and Castus Allard. Registered members of a crew in the employ of the Thalassocracy, I assure you.

 

6.What is your occupation?

 

Err...I suppose you might say "Brigand", but you'd only be half correct. I take engineering contracts when available. Ships. City blocks. Arms and armor.

 

7.Give 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.

 

Mate, I am sitting right here. D'you really...

 

Oi, fine: Hyur. Male. 32 cycles. Five fulms, Eleven ilms, approximately 190-some ponze. Hair's dark, but you can't tell, it being shaved as close as it is. Eyes are grey, the scar on my eye isn't as awful as you might imagine. Did it to myself when I was younger. Snapped a bit of iron, and it came back on me. Err...been told my nose is prominent...did recently wake up after a "celebration" of my not being dead with a new bit of ink, but these are the hazards of living in Limsa Lominsa. Haven't got a look at it yet.

 

8.To which social class do you belong?

 

None of them, frankly. Most want little to do with me and mine.

 

9.Do you have any allergies, diseases, or other physical weaknesses?

 

Do not get me started on my allergies, mate. Pollen, and bloody dust. Can't use my left nostril all spring, and all bloody summer.

 

10. Are you right- or left-handed?

 

Neither. Both. Why?

 

11. What does your voice sound like?

 

Been told I've an odd accent for a slum-child (English), but that's something I picked up in an attempt to better fit at Academy. Stuck with me. Given that we're speaking, currently, I find this a bit odd, but I've been told that I take too much care with my pronunciation. I would posit that there is no such thing, but then again, the denizens of this city can barely read. Take that as you will.

 

12. What words and/or phrases do you use very frequently?

 

What do I...how do you propose I keep track of that? D'you believe I might keep a diary of every utterance, during every single moment of every day? How else would I produce accurate results. S'bad science, chum, I'll tell you that.

 

13. What do you have in your pockets?

 

Rifles through his pockets Err...let us have a look...pliers, cleaning rods, cleaning picks, collapsible doming iron, doming hammer, cross-pein...unhooks a rather large, heavy belt with a myriad of pouches, loops, and assorted bits chasing hammer, whetstones, anti-voidsent explosives, anti-spoken explosives, anti-vilekin explosives, extra shot, blunderbuss, two pistols, only one a repeater (Don't bloody touch that, by the way, has a habit of going off all at once), powder, cleaning rags, two knives, one utility and one for defensive purposes and a few...crystal clusters for...what-have-you.

 

For the next few moments, Isaac obsessively cleans, sorts, and replaces his affects.

 

14. Do you have any quirks, strange mannerisms, annoying habits, or other defining characteristics?

 

Continues to sort and clean.

 

I am told that I have a tendency toward obsessive behaviors.

 

Part 2: Growing Up

 

15. How would you describe your childhood in general?

 

I was hungry, filthy, and frequently engaged in stick fighting to protect my younger brothers from their mouths and bravado.

 

'Bout standard, I'd say.

 

16. What is your earliest memory?

 

My mother refusing service to a very tall man in fine clothes. He screamed, and stamped his feet. Threatened to have her gutted and tossed into the sands.

 

17. How much schooling have you had?

 

I attended Academy in Ul'Dah. Started at 6 cycles. Ended in it's entirety at 20 cycles. Too smart to ignore, is what my professors would say about me. Never set well with them that our name had no standing.

 

18. Did you enjoy school?

 

Immensely! Had I any say in it, I would have stayed my entire life.

 

19. Where did you learn most of your skills and other abilities?

 

Everywhere. Necessity tends to dictate what I do and do not learn these days.

 

20. While growing up, did you have any role models? If so, describe them.

 

No, mate.

 

21. While growing up, how did you get along with the other members of your family?

 

Not famously. My mother and I fought. My brothers and I fought. Then I gave up.

 

22. As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?

 

Inarticulate as it sounds: "Happy." Never did find out what I meant by that.

 

23. As a child, what were your favorite activities?

 

I used to climb a great many things. I would also play strategy games with the richer children when they came to visit the shop.

 

24. As a child, what kinds of personality traits did you display?

 

...I have no ruttin' idea, mate. That was a long time ago.

 

25. As a child, were you popular? Who were your friends, and what were they like?

 

Not in the slightest. No clout to our name meant no friends to speak of. I had my brothers, and I had my chores 'round our home.

 

26. When and with whom was your first kiss?

 

I was 12, and she was...well. She shouldn't have been speaking to me. She wore a red scarf, and told me her name was Scarlet. Thought she was awfully clever for it. I didn't agree, but I also did not argue with the quick peck on the lips she gave me to rouse her father's ire. Ran from one end of the city to the other.

 

27. Are you a virgin? If not, when and with whom did you lose your virginity?

 

No, and I respectfully decline to share any further.

 

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.

 

...What are you on about? Events lead to where they will, mate. You live. Keep living. That's the push of it all.

 

Part 3: Past Influences

 

29. What do you consider the most important event of your life so far?

 

There's no single crucible that forges a man, and so this question is invalid. All experiences contribute to the end result, and to weigh any more heavily than any other is intellectually irresponsible. I am not the irresponsible sort.

 

30. Who has had the most influence on you?

 

Luck, I suppose? I don't rightly know. There's no real way to quantify.

 

31. What do you consider your greatest achievement?

 

Waking up. Again, and again.

 

32. What is your greatest regret?

 

I've plenty of those. None of which do I plan to discuss.

 

33. What is the most evil thing you have ever done?

 

It's a matter of public record that I have been accused of High Treason, and it's no secret that I have sailed with the Bloody Executioners. I don't care to recount the events of the latter.

 

34. Do you have a criminal record of any kind?

 

Believe I just answered that.

 

35. When was the time you were the most frightened?

 

Likely when I'd been shot 'round about my heart. Puts a bit of a fright in a man.

 

36. What is the most embarrassing thing ever to happen to you?

 

I've been fished out of the sea, stark naked, on three occasions.

 

37. If you could change one thing from your past, what would it be, and why?

 

Becomes quiet, and still. Eerily still. Can't pick just one.

 

38. What is your best memory?

 

Smiles to himself. Never you mind.

 

39. What is your worst memory?

 

Oi, that's an easy one. Bleeding to death. 'Bout the worst feeling one can imagine, knowing that your very life force is leaking out of you.

 

Part 4: Beliefs And Opinions

 

40. Are you basically optimistic or pessimistic?

 

I am a realist. I deal in fact.

 

41. What is your greatest fear?

 

That I am right in my sneaking suspicions about this world, and it's people.

 

42. What are your religious views?

 

None, I suppose. I don't deny the possibility of the Twelve, or in fact any of the "gods" people claim to speak with and to. But, I've heard nothing from them, and don't expect I ever will.

 

43. What are your political views?

 

Ah. Now there's an interesting question. You see, I am a firm believer in the rule of the majority. I sincerely believe that a government should work for the good of the people it claims to protect and bring order to, not for itself and not for things material.

 

44. What are your views on sex?

 

Lovely, when there's a reason for it. Again, why?

 

45. Are you able to kill? Under what circumstances do you find killing to be acceptable or unacceptable?

 

Put it to you this way: You do not simply gain the right to say the things I say, go the places I go, or see the things I see due to a winning smile, and a pretty face. I do what I must to continue living.

 

46. In your opinion, what is the most evil thing any human being could do?

 

Hm. I suppose that would be to stamp out freedom of thought and will, frankly. Not that anyone truly possesses that power, but it doesn't stop Garlea from trying, does it?

 

47. Do you believe in the existence of soul mates and/or true love?

 

...We...might want to dig our heads out of the clouds.

 

48. What do you believe makes a successful life?

 

For myself, it is simply waking up the next morning. That means I've done something right.

 

49. How honest are you about your thoughts and feelings (i.e. do you hide your true self from others, and in what way)?

 

I've no secrets. Only standards.

 

50. Do you have any biases or prejudices?

 

Can't say I'm thrilled with Gridania. They did hunt me for a time, so that has soured my perception.

 

51. Is there anything you absolutely refuse to do under any circumstances? Why do you refuse to do it?

 

I am not willing to bend my knee to any flag, anywhere. A nation is a construct, and nothing more. Lives have value. Imaginary borders do not.

 

52. Who or what, if anything, would you die for (or otherwise go to extremes for)?

 

If at any point my life can be traded for lives of greater value, be that quantitative or qualitative, it becomes a simple choice to make.

 

Not that I intend to die, of course.

 

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?

 

Every last individual gets his fair shake, mate. They're owed that much. The rest of our interactions are quite up to chance.

 

54. Who is the most important person in your life, and why?

 

My crew. We've faced...well, everything. The end of everything at that, together. That's a rare bond, one that survives an apocalypse.

 

55. Who is the person you respect the most, and why?

 

One person? I have a working understanding with Ms. Wamoto. Haven't seen her in a spell. My crew, however, I hold above all else. Two people in the world that I might trust to watch my back as a bed of knives gathers at it.

 

56. Who are your friends? Do you have a best friend? Describe these people.

 

Been going on about them for the past few moments.

 

57. Do you have a spouse or significant other? If so, describe this person.

 

I believe Ms. Reid is the closest I have at this moment. But, she's a touch off, and I am not entirely certain of our status.

 

58. Have you ever been in love? If so, describe what happened.

 

I suppose I have, but again, I've standards. The details are mine to keep.

 

59. What do you look for in a potential lover?

 

Nothing. Spend as much time predicting and analyzing as I do, and you tend to favor surprise.

 

60. How close are you to your family?

 

I write my mother, time and again. I visit my youngest brother, when I can find him. The second youngest should sincerely pray that we never cross paths again.

 

61. Have you started your own family? If so, describe them. If not, do you want to? Why or why not?

 

No. No time. No patience.

 

62. Who would you turn to if you were in desperate need of help?

 

Wouldn't have to turn. They're at my side, and I am at theirs. Outside of my crew? No one. Can't. They've their own burdens.

 

63. Do you trust anyone to protect you? Who, and why?

 

Again, gone on about them a fair amount.

 

64. If you died or went missing, who would miss you?

 

Likely Ms. Reid. Mr. Allard would never admit to it, but he would.

 

65. Who is the person you despise the most, and why?

 

His expression hardens. Let's keep this pleasant.

 

66. Do you tend to argue with people, or avoid conflict?

 

I tend toward conflict. It's how we grow.

 

67. Do you tend to take on leadership roles in social situations?

 

I lead because I have to. Not entirely comfortable in the position, but here we are none the less.

 

68. Do you like interacting with large groups of people? Why or why not?

 

I try to avoid it, frankly. When I speak to crowds, they pretend they're deaf.

 

69. Do you care what others think of you?

 

Why would I?

 

Part 6: Likes And Dislikes

 

70. What is/are your favorite hobbies and pastimes?

 

I build. I create. I forge.

 

71. What is your most treasured possession?

 

You can't be serious. Why would I tell you that?

 

72. What is your favorite color?

 

Quite fond of red, I must say.

 

73. What is your favorite food?

 

I'm fond of duck.

 

74. What, if anything, do you like to read?

 

Anything. Everything.

 

75. What is your idea of good entertainment (consider music, movies, art, etc.)?

 

I tend toward music. Strings, in particular.

 

76. Do you smoke, drink, or use drugs? If so, why? Do you want to quit?

 

I've smoked a pipe in the past. I drink every now and again. Entirely recreational.

 

77. How do you spend a typical Saturday night?

 

The same as I might spend any other?

 

78. What makes you laugh?

 

Quirks a brow and shakes his head. A myriad of things, why?

 

79. What, if anything, shocks or offends you?

 

Ignorance.

 

80. What would you do if you had insomnia and had to find something to do to amuse yourself?

 

Likely make something.

 

81. How do you deal with stress?

 

I invent. I practice.

 

82. Are you spontaneous, or do you always need to have a plan?

 

Plans fall apart. Best to have a series of failsafes, rather than a plan. If X, then Y. That sort of thing.

 

83. What are your pet peeves?

 

Improper grammar. Negligence. Laziness.

 

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?

 

Define "normal".

 

85. What is your greatest strength as a person?

 

My mind.

 

86. What is your greatest weakness?

 

My mind.

 

87. If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?

 

Inhales slowly Hm...Suppose I might want my eyebrows back. Burnt off during an explosion.

 

88. Are you generally introverted or extroverted?

 

No real idea, no reliable data, no answer.

 

89. Are you generally organized or messy?

 

...Come now.

 

90. Name three things you consider yourself to be very good at, and three things you consider yourself to be very bad at.

 

I am an excellent engineer, fabricator, and survivor, if I do say so myself. Not quite as good with interpersonal relationships, dancing, or drawing, though.

 

91. Do you like yourself?

 

I wouldn't say that I'm a proponent of who I am these days, but then again, who is?

 

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…)

 

A series of stupid decisions, circumstance, and eh...well. We'll forget about that last bit.

 

93. What goal do you most want to accomplish in your lifetime?

 

I've several. When they've been accomplished, you'll know.

 

94. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

 

No idea. Quite excited to find out, though.

 

95. If you could choose, how would you want to die?

 

Old, and in my sleep.

 

96. If you knew you were going to die in 24 hours, name three things you would do in the time you had left.

 

Offer my goodbyes, and leave a great, smoking crater in the closest Imperial holding. Haven't got a third.

 

97. What is the one thing for which you would most like to be remembered after your death?

 

Frankly, I'm hoping to be forgotten, thank you.

 

98. What three words best describe your personality?

 

You can't qualify a man in three words, mate. You ignore far too many pieces of the total picture. Again, irresponsible.

 

99. What three words would others probably use to describe you?

 

Depends on who you might ask. I've heard "Murderer" a few times. "Monster" time and again. "Reliable" at least once. Rather like that one.

 

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…)

 

Deep breaths, man. You can do this.

 

 

 

[Desphiria]

Dear GOD that's SO many questions! I might do them tomorrow. Finish eventually somehow. Thanks for posting this.

[Scarlet Willow]

Ah~ this was so wonderfully helpful with sledgehammering out final details C:

 

Also totally didn't do this instead of class work shhhh summer classes are the worst

 

 

1.Whatis your full name?

Oi, ‘s a bloody mouthful. Rhotwyda Bleimoenwyn– means Red Willow, daughter of Pale Moon. But I’d prefer you call me Scarlet Willow, unless you like tyin’ up that tongue o’ yers.

 

 

2.Where and when were you born?

The Farreach. Fifteen fifty-three on theSecond Sun o’ the Third Astral Moon.

 

 

3.Who are/were your parents? 

Pale Moon be me father, we get along well. Gets his name frombein’ born paler than most Hellsguard on a late night. He be the part o’ the clan that keeps a-watchin’ to make sure souls don’t be strayin’ from the underworld. The work ‘s pretty serious, part o’ an ancient tradition we hold. He be pretty disappointed that I didn’t want a part o’ it – ‘s boring, ya know? – but he be understandin’ what I want. He be a real amazin’ black mage, one o’ the best in our clan!

Yellow Oak be me mum, we don’t get along at all so I aint’ betalkin’ ‘bout her.

 

4.Do you have any siblings?  Whatare/were they like?

Nope, the only child ‘s far as I know.

 

 

5.Where do you live now, and withwhom?  Describe the place and the person/people.

Live on me own in Ul’dah. Got a small innroom at the Quicksand. Don’t live with no one so far, ‘s nice just livin’ on me own though, I don’t mind.

 

 

6.What is your occupation?

Freelance for the most part. I do dockwork in Limsa Lominsa, bodyguard duty for what be left o’ them nobles in Ul’dah, and I guard caravans going through the Shroud to Gridania. Just been accepted to the Immortal Flames, so ‘s more of a steady job.

 

7.Write a full physical description ofyourself.  You might want to consider factors such as:

I’m ‘bout seven fulms one ilm, but youain’t be needin’ me weight! I’m a Hellsguard Roegadyn, if ya can’t tell. Get me sun bleached hair from me father, the darker bits from me mum. I like keepin’ it short, don’t need it gettin’ in the way o’ me fighting or when I’m a-cookin’. Burnt me hair once… eh, don’t ask about that, yeah? ‘S wavy, sort o’ curls at the ends, but I just brush it back and let me bangs hang. Me eyes match me hair, like pale gil. I dress accordin’ to what needs to be done for the day, but for fun just me casual shirt and pants, thigh-high boots and maybe a bit o’ jewelry if I want to impress someone. Got a scar on me forehead from when I was bein’ too overzealous with my workload, box nicked me right in the head. Also got a burn on me right leg, nasty thing, don’t feel like talkin’ ‘bout it, so don’t ask.

 

 

8.To which social class do you belong?

By Ul’dah standards, probably poor as thembeggars on the strip! In Farreach, we were considered nobility due to me parents status in the clan. On me own, s’pose I be doin’ well, so I say middle class. Least I got a job, yeah? And a legal one too!

 

 

9.Do you have any allergies, diseases, orother physical weaknesses?

I’m allergic to most anything with seafoodin it – ‘s the main reason why I made me home in Ul’dah not Limsa Lominsa. Shame really, ‘cause they got some o’ the best ale… anyway. My face goes and blows up all puffy if I eat ‘em. And I ain’t tellin’ you my physical disabilities! What d’you take me for, a fool? I got ‘em, I’m only mortal, ‘n that’s all you need to be knowin’.

 

 

10. Are you right- or left-handed?

Both! Handy ain’t it?

 

 

11. What does your voice sound like?

Kinda rough, I s’pose, but with a femininetouch to it. I like it. It ain’t no singin’ voice, but it’s good fer yellin’!

 

 

12. What words and/or phrases do you usevery frequently?

I tend to call people I don’t know well“stranger”, and if ya don’t give me your name I’m gonna keep on callin’ you stranger.

 

 

13. What do you have in your pockets?

Why, you lookin’ to snatch somethin’ youlittle thief?

 

 

14. Do you have any quirks, strangemannerisms, annoying habits, or other defining characteristics?

I bite me nails and lips for differentreasons. I tend to hum when I work. Don’t get me started on things I absolutely love – you ain’t gonna shut me up anytime soon. I’m a bit touchy, even with strangers, sometimes it offends people, but I promise ‘s only friendly-like! If I’m upset ‘bout somethin’ sometimes I use me home tongue.

 

 

Part 2: Growing Up

 

 

15. How would you describe your childhoodin general?

Boring. Had to learn the clan ways andsuch, but I ain’t got affinity for aether nor an attention span for learnin’ magic. But I s’pose I should call it lucky too; me family was considered part of nobility in the clan ‘cause o’ what me parents do so we was pretty well off.

 

 

16. What is your earliest memory?

A big red tree right in the middle o’ ourencampment. Ain’t too many trees up in the mountains, but I was born under that phenomenal thing. ‘S where I get me name.

 

 

17. How much schooling have you had?

I had the required schoolin’ for learnin’magic, but I ain’t paid one gil of attention. Went to a different clan ‘round Farreach to get schoolin’ for a warrior. Learned sloppy Eorzean from some o’ the older Roegadyns who did the tradin’ with them cities. Didn’t learn how to read and me writin’ is kinda… ugly.

 

 

18. Did you enjoy school?

Depends. Me mum’s schoolin’ – no.Schoolin’ from the other clan – absolutely! Learnin’ Eorzean was sorta tough, but I can’t imagine what lookin’ at Roegadyn tongue outside the clans s’like.

 

 

19. Where did you learn most of yourskills and other abilities?

I learned my useful skills mostly from a loony hermit up in the most northernpart o’ the Spine. ‘S where most o’ them warrior clans learn their craft, then they teach it to the young’uns or the few crazy folks who dare to travel up in our mountains lookin’ for training. Went by Moenbraena – think that translates to Moon Breaker? On account he goes and tells young’uns he once broke one o’ them moons and that’s why we got one less. Like I says, a loony hermit.

 

 

20. While growing up, did you have anyrole models?  If so, describe them.

Nope!

 

21. While growing up, how did you getalong with the other members of your family?

I got along with me father pretty well –we did have a few squabbles but we’re damn stubborn ‘bout some things. He tried to be supportive knowin’ I ain’t interested in the family culture. Ain’t talkin’ ‘bout me mum, already told ya that. Got an uncle on me father’s side who trades with a group of other Hellsguard, we’re more like best friends than anything else. Don’t see too much of ‘im lately.

 

 

22. As a child, what did you want to bewhen you grew up?

Wasn’t nothin’ specific ‘til I got older,but when I was a young’un just wanted to be whatever was fun. And watchin’ a smokin’ mountain to make sure them spirit don’t run off ain’t fun. I favor the fighting style of a warrior though, it grew on me as sort of ‘n official sorta occupation.

 

 

23. As a child, what were your favoriteactivities?

Don’t laugh, but I really liked learnin’ –wished I could’ve learned more! Like readin’, bet that’s fun. All our stories are verbal. On a less borin’ answer, really loved hunting. Wasn’t too good at it, ain’t quiet enough, but was fun all the same!

 

 

24. As a child, what kinds of personalitytraits did you display?

Me mum would say rebellious, and I s’poseI’d agree with her. Sorta angry child, wanted to do what I wanted, maybe a bit selfish too.

 

 

25. As a child, were you popular? Who were your friends, and what were they like?

Ain’t no popularity contest up in themmountains, but I had more friends in the neighboring clan further north than I did in me own. Loved makin’ friends, was easy fer me to run up to strangers. Had a handful or two before I left, they was real friendly, supportive, good group o’ people to joke with. But they like it up in them mountains.

 

 

26. When and with whom was your firstkiss?

I think that term you use is don’t kiss ‘ntell, yeah?

 

 

27. Are you a virgin?  If not, whenand with whom did you lose your virginity?

I ain’t, and I ain’t tellin’ you nothin’ya pervert.

 

 

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.

We got three main clans up in themmountains that we consider family – there are more, but them three are what I consider family. We got my clan o’ mages, we got me favorite clan o’ warriors, then we got o’ clan of traders – them traders influenced me to migrate and try n’ find me own place in the world. They taught me how to speak Eorzean, translated me name so s’easier to say, and educated me on as much as they knew ‘bout them capital cities and how they work and such. I do what they do – freelance – and I keep up with me warrior studies. Even got caught up in another study – fightin’ with me fists! Who knew there was a special technique fer punchin’ people?

 

 

Part 3: Past Influences

 

 

29. What do you consider the mostimportant event of your life so far?

Migratin’ away from home. ‘S emotional butfreein’ at the same time. Ain’t no memory more important than hoppin’ on that caravan and recitin’ why I was doin’ it.

 

 

30. Who has had the most influence on you?

Me uncle – Ahldberk. Think that means OldRock or Mountain.

 

 

31. What do you consider your greatestachievement?

Makin’ a livin’ on me own. To tell you thetruth, I didn’t think I was gonna do so well on me own, but you’d be surprised who’s gonna ask ya to be mean n’ scary lookin’ for a few bells and pay you for it!

 

 

32. What is your greatest regret?

Never sayin’ what I shoulda said before Ileft to someone.

 

 

33. What is the most evil thing you haveever done?

I insulted me mum in front o’ the clan.

 

 

34. Do you have a criminal record of anykind?

Absolutely not! Well… not on purpose.Ain’t my fault them caravans were runnin’ with illegal goods!

 

 

35. When was the time you were the mostfrightened?

First time I went head to head with themIxali in the Shroud. I only ever heard ‘bout them in stories from them traders, but up close they’re just… they’re terrifyin’. Like some crazy bird men and them noises they make – thought me blood rain cold as ice.

 

 

36. What is the most embarrassing thingever to happen to you?

I tried to impress a girl once while I wastrainin’ and I was lookin’ at her and swung me axe into me trainer’s thigh. Ain’t missin’ it! He was wearin’ armor, but there’s a nasty knick. Young love’ll make ya do some cursed stupid things, yeah?

 

 

37. If you could change one thing fromyour past, what would it be, and why?

No, don’t believe in none o’ that. What’sdone ‘s set in stone and not even them Twelve can change it – ‘s a rule I live by.

 

 

38. What is your best memory?

Swingin’ me axe for the first time! Wasexhilarating! Threw it into a valley and had to go n’ retrieve it least I had to make another one, but first time I felt I weren’t completely useless since I couldn’t do nothin’ me own clan could do.

 

 

39. What is your worst memory?

Sure most could sympathize, but that fallof that moon, Dalamud. I weren’t in the war or nothin’, spent me time in Limsa Lominsa watchin’ that red calamity. I ain’t fearin’ it, death ain’t somethin’ you should be fearin’, but leavin’ things unsaid ain’t a way to leave a world.

 

 

Part 4: Beliefs And Opinions

 

 

40. Are you basically optimistic orpessimistic?

Optimistic! Can’t be livin’ life thinkin’yer ale’s half empty – that thought’s just depressin’.

 

 

41. What is your greatest fear?

…Tonberry…

 

 

42. What are your religious views?

I live by Nald’Thal n’ generally theTwelve. We also have a clan story ‘bout where we three families originated. ‘S a long one though, maybe fer another time.

 

 

43. What are your political views?

Oi, oi. Don’t wanna get into that, ‘sirritatin’ and I honestly don’t care one way or another, long as them Garleans stay on their side o’ Eorzea. Don’t want nothin’ to do with them metal men.

 

 

44. What are your views on sex?

What kinda views is there? You have it oryou don’t, you want it or you don’t. Simple ‘s that.

 

 

45. Are you able to kill?  Under whatcircumstances do you find killing to be acceptable or unacceptable?

People? No, never been able to make thatkillin’ blow. When bandits come a-runnin’ to the caravan, I usually knock ‘em out cold, tie ‘em up, and bring ‘em to the nearest place o’ servin’ justice. Ain’t my place to kill another, I ain’t no law judgin’ ruffian. I don’t find killin’ people acceptable, unless they’re them metal men Garleans. Don’t got a problem killin’ Beastmen though.

 

 

46. In your opinion, what is the most evilthing any human being could do?

Kill a person. Ain’t your right, far as I see it ‘s the Twelve’sduty.

 

47. Do you believe in the existence ofsoul mates and/or true love?

Never really pondered that… s’pose so. Iain’t felt it, but I ain’t ever met everyone in the world so can’t say it ain’t a real thing neither.

 

 

48. What do you believe makes a successfullife?

Enjoyin’ what you do! Don’t like thething, don’t do it – simple.

 

 

49. How honest are you about your thoughtsand feelings?

I ain’t always honest, but who is? I tryto be pretty forward, least I go runnin’ circles ‘round someone without meanin’ to, you know? But for them moments where somethin’ personal comes up – I tend to hide it. It ain’t hurtin’ no one if it’s personal, no one knows it but me.

 

 

50. Do you have any biases or prejudices?

I used to think them Elezen was a stuck upbunch, but I met them snotty nobles in Ul’dah first. I got loads in common with them Elezen in Gridania. Migratin’ was difficult in the beginnin’, but ‘s long as you’re honest don’t see nothin’ wrong with you. Course that only goes fer race n’ personal business n’ such. If you’re a jerk I ain’t gonna like you.

 

 

51. Is there anything you absolutelyrefuse to do under any circumstances?  Why do you refuse to do it?

Alchemy – culture rule. Never questionedit too much at home, but when I saw it for me own eyes I can see why it ain’t good. Turnin’ things into other things ain’t natural, you’re messin’ with the balance o’ things!

 

 

52. Who or what, if anything, would youdie for?

Comrades, close friends, loved ones – loyalty goes a long way inme home clans. If you earned a loyalty of one of us, you be bettin’ on havin’ me at yer back no matter the danger.

 

Part 5: Relationships With Others

 

 

53. In general, how do you treat others? Doesyour treatment of them change depending on how well you know them, and if so, how?

I’m a generally friendly person I think,love meetin’ new people! Now o’ course their own attitude s’gonna change how I treat them afterwards. Sorta try to gauge them nobles real well, sometimes they’re a bunch o’ lazy good fer nothin’s who wouldn’t know a good day’s work if it nipped them in the arse, but then you got them hard workin’ nobles – I like workin’ for them. I get sort of embarrassed ‘round them academic types – ain’t too educated in readin’ and I don’t wanna be makin’ a fool o’ me self ‘round them. Best type o’ people to be comfortable ‘round are those who enjoy a good hearty drink! Light o’ me life you all are, rest assured.

 

 

54. Who is the most important person inyour life, and why?

Me uncle and me father. They were the mostsupportive when I didn’t take up them family traditions of watchin’ them smoky mountains. More people I meet, I’m sure this list’ll grow real quick.

 

 

55. Who is the person you respect themost, and why?

Moenbraena – you remember the ol’ loon Italked about sayin’ he broke a moon. He sorta guided me to where I am now, opened me eyes and guided me to where I’d be most successful.

 

 

56. Who are your friends?  Do youhave a best friend?  Describe these people.

So far I’ve been meetin’ a whole gaggle o’people. Can’t say if I got a best friend yet or not, but I got some friends rest assured. There be one, Zerayya, she’s real friendly and cute and – ah. Um. Well, we talk lots, have a real fun time, and she says she’ll teach me how to read too! She owns a bookstore in Limsa Lominsa – says she got books that explode, can you believe that?

Then there’s Wynn – he’s a Roegadyn – sayshe owns a ranch! Kinda quiet, don’t talk much but he’s fun to hold conversation with when he get’s a-goin’. He had a Miqo’te taggin’ ‘long with him when I met Wynn, and his name was Shiro. Extra quiet. Ain’t a stranger since I know his name, but don’t know much more ‘bout him… gonna see if I can’t buy him a drink!

I met a noble too, Kannadi. She’s a writero’ sorts, wrote two books that I gotta read once I know how. They sound interestin’. She ain’t like them lazy nobles, she’s hard working. A little… reserved? I think that’s the word I’m lookin’ for. But she’s nice, I like her too.

Met a Hyur named Zin Jaeger and his quietfriend Kiyone. Zin made friendly with me real quick, went a got us a whole barrel o’ ale. And it was imported from Costa Del Sol! Though he was gettin’ mighty drunk when we started beginnin’ the event we was at. Lost him and Kiyone runnin’ ‘bout – hope they didn’t get too hurt. Sure this list’ll be growin’ too.

 

 

57. Do you have a spouse or significantother?  If so, describe this person.

Nope! But I did earn me self a kiss. Oi,don’t ask, next question!

 

 

58. Have you ever been in love?  Ifso, describe what happened.

Nope!

 

 

59. What do you look for in a potentiallover?

S’pose we gotta have things in common, can’t just be notenjoyin’ each other’s company. Gotta go out and have fun! Can’t be doin’ nothin’ illegal neither, gotta be absolutely honest. I don’t take well to dishonesty after I be givin’ out me loyalty. ‘S a big offense back where I’m from. Ain’t no gender requirement, what else… eh, you just sorta know when it’s a thing, you know?

 

60. How close are you to your family?

Not very. Haven’t talked to them fer…seven years? Wow, never actually thought back n’ counted.

 

 

61. Have you started your ownfamily?  If so, describe them.  If not, do you want to?  Why or why not?

No, it ain’t really somethin’ I’m keen onright now. I’m young, gotta go out and do things! Family things can wait.

 

 

62. Who would you turn to if you were indesperate need of help?

I like bein’ independent, I have a hardtime askin’ others fer help – and I ain’t stubborn!

 

 

63. Do you trust anyone to protectyou?  Who, and why?

I like bein’ more of a protector than theother way ‘round. When I was younger, me father used to protect me, so if I was still with me home clan, guess I’d say me father. Otherwise, I’d like to be doin’ the protectin’.

 

 

64. If you died or went missing, who wouldmiss you?

I’m sure me home clans and family alreadybe missin’ me, but perhaps the new friends I’ve made too?

 

 

65. Who is the person you despise themost, and why?

I ain’t gettin’ in to that, it’s personaland none of yer business.

 

 

66. Do you tend to argue with people, oravoid conflict?

Since I migrated, I try to avoid conflict,but… yeah, alright, I s’pose I’m stubborn and sometimes I just gotta get me point across. Haven’t really been in a heated argument since me mum though.

 

 

67. Do you tend to take on leadershiproles in social situations?

Sorta depends on the situation. If I’masked, I probably would should I be in fit condition to do what I’m bein’ asked. Mostly I’ll be too engaged in lookin’ at things to be speakin’ up if I ain’t spoken to. If things be gettin’ out o’ hand, I do try to speak up n’ settle it down – I do that as a job sometimes.

 

 

68. Do you like interacting with largegroups of people?  Why or why not?

Sure do! More people, the merrier! Ourhome clans were small, rarely more than ten to each three, so seein’ lots o’ different people in one place just gets me all excited.

 

 

69. Do you care what others think of you?

S’pose that depends. If it’s someone I’llbe lookin’ to impress, I’ll admit to showin’ off a bit more than usual. Otherwise, you can kiss me fist.

 

 

Part 6: Likes And Dislikes

 

 

70. What is/are your favorite hobbies andpastimes?

Gambling. Used to be a problem back home,but not so much anymore… well, I think we can all agree that Ul’dah ain’t the best place for best decisions? I also love to cook – don’t do much fer other people, but that don’t mean I ain’t willin’ to!

 

 

71. What is your most treasured possession?

The first axe I ever crafted up inFarreach – little dinky thing, can’t use it now, but I keep it in on me wall in the inn.

 

 

72. What is your favorite color?

Red. What? I ain’t biased!

 

 

73. What is your favorite food?

Can I say ale? No? Well I s’pose I’m aglutton for spiced pastries.

 

 

74. What, if anything, do you like toread?

I’d love to read everythin’ anyone’s gotto offer once I learn how.

 

 

75. What is your idea of goodentertainment?

A bar, good Costa Del Sol ale, music, andgood company!

 

 

76. Do you smoke, drink, or usedrugs?  If so, why?  Do you want to quit?

I drink, but it ain’t a problem. Gamblin’might be, I ain’t got the time for that lately.

 

 

77. How do you spend a typical Saturdaynight?

Workin’, but lately I’ve been catchin’these amazin’ events I see on flashy posters!

 

 

78. What makes you laugh?

Crude jokes – I’m a real sucker for ‘em.

 

 

79. What, if anything, shocks or offendsyou?

Anythin’ rude said towards me home clan orme culture. Don’t know if I’m much for shockin’ though. Them Ixali did throw me when I first saw them though.

 

 

80. What would you do if you had insomniaand had to find something to do to amuse yourself?

Readin’, if I could, or go out and run thestreets of Ul’dah. I like me late-night and mornin’ runs.

 

 

81. How do you deal with stress?

I run. Tricked ya, hm? Thought I’d saydrinkin’ – I try to put drinkin’ with positive things. Runnin’ helps take away them negatives. It also ain’t hurtin’ no one and means I can catch up to them bad guys quicker!

 

 

82. Are you spontaneous, or do you alwaysneed to have a plan?

‘Side from work plans and the usualmornin’ run, I just like to go with wherever my feet be takin’ me.

 

 

83. What are your pet peeves?

Rude people. Oi, ain’t nothin’ worse than unnecessary rudeness.And people ain’t bein’ tolerant of other people’s personal business. And alchemy – though I ain’t gonna pester people fer that.

 

Part 7: Self Images And Etc.

 

 

84. Describe the routine of a normal dayfor you.  How do you feel when this routine is disrupted?

I run two loops ‘round Ul’dah, cook mebreakfast, eat, and head off to wherever me freelance linkshell be needin’ me. Ain’t too much of a plan for work, I go where I’m needed and work ‘til we finished. When I ain’t needed, I explorin’, pickin’ a few small jobs up at the Quicksand, or brush up on me skills. I ain’t much for plannin’ ahead.

 

 

85. What is your greatest strength as aperson?

I like to think it be loyalty. I might beso loyal I’d be almost annoyin’.

 

 

86. What is your greatest weakness?

Failin’ someone you ain’t s’pose to fail. I can fail me self allday, ain’t no one else be disappointed. Ain’t nothin’ worse than havin’ someone look you in the eye and sense failure.

 

87. If you could change one thing aboutyourself, what would it be?

I said this already – ‘s set in stone, don’t be changin’nothin’. ‘Sides, who wouldn’t love me the way I already am? That’s a joke, seriously.

 

88. Are you generally introverted orextroverted?

I s’pose more so extroverted.

 

 

89. Are you generally organized or messy?

I’m organized with me material items,don’t need to be losin’ them. Messy all elsewhere.

 

 

90. Name three things you consideryourself to be very good at, and three things you consider yourself to be very bad at.

I like to pride me self with me diligence,me skills as a warrior, and me drinkin’! Don’t particularly like namin’ out me flaws fer everyone, but we all got ‘em. Readin’, swimmin’ – and don’t be askin’ to teach me, I ain’t swimmin’ ever – and bein’ intuitive. Sometimes I can just be loud and brash.

 

 

91. Do you like yourself?

Well o’ course! No one does things like mebetter than me!

 

 

92. What are your reasons for being anadventurer? Are your real reasons for doing this different than the ones you tell people in public?

‘S the main reason I’d been leavin’ mehome clan. Nothin’ to see, nothin’ to do, just big smoky mountains, keepin’ to yer duties, and family. And it ain’t bad, family ain’t ever a bad thing, but ‘s borin’ if you can’t take the world you was given and see it all. Sometimes I wish I could’a taken me family with me, though me mum would hate it I’m sure. I want to mold me self to an entire world, not just me little part in them mountains. I don’t tend to be tellin’ that to everyone though so keep it to yourself, yeah? I just be tellin’ people I like me self a good ol’ fashion rumble into the unknown.

 

 

93. What goal do you most want toaccomplish in your lifetime?

Seein’ and doin’ everything! ‘S probablyimpossible, but I can try, yeah?

 

 

94. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

Hopefully with a house o’ me own, a placefor me self in the Immortal Flames, and a group of comrade to call a new family.

 

 

95. If you could choose, how would youwant to die?

Without guilt and unfinished businessweighin’ on me shoulders. Otherwise, I don’t too much care. Could be eaten fer all I care – probably don’t taste too good.

 

 

96. If you knew you were going to die in24 hours, name three things you would do in the time you had left.

What? Oh well, I’d be lettin’ everyoneclose to me know I’d be goin’, probably bury all me things – what? They’re my things! Then make one last trek to Farreach and settle some unfinished things.

 

 

97. What is the one thing for which youwould most like to be remembered after your death?

My loyalty, comradery, me drinkin – no,maybe not that one. Actually, I don’t feel like I’d be carin’, s’long as you remember me.

 

 

98. What three words best describe yourpersonality?

Beneficence, optimistic, n’ engagin’!

 

 

99. What three words would others probablyuse to describe you?

Loud, maybe outgoing? And, um… fun? LeastI’d hope as much.

 

 

100. If you could, what advice would you,the player, give to your character? 

Okay so listen. Quit holding the grudgesand get your butt up to Farreach, what the heck are you doing? Bahamut pretty much torches the place and you aren’t worry that everything might be in ruins? Girl, wake up and get your bum up out of that hole of self pity and march up there as soon as the content is available! Also, you are kind of a terrible merchant. And don’t touch the things that look like no one is ever suppose to touch them, like if anything let someone else do the touching, and if nothing happens then touch it, but don’t initiate the touching, hands in your pockets like kindergarten style, you feel me? Okay, now go have fun crushing your enemies like sparrow eggs between your thighs~! 

 

[Freyar]

Part 1: The Basics

 

 

1.What is your full name?

   Rorohiju Momohiju

 

 

2.Where and when were you born?

    Ul'dah, 17th of the Fourth Astral Moon, 1545

 

 

3.Who are/were your parents?  (Know their names, occupations, personalities, etc.)

    Wawaru Waru, Mother

    Weaver by trade, when dealing with people outside the family or close circle of friends, she would always be quite shrewd when it came to business. 

 

 

    Kokomi Roromi, Father

    Former apothecary, suffered serious wound when traveling to Limsa Lominsa. Was always very particular when trading quantities or working his craft. I am glad to have had a chance to study basic skills before he was unable to teach me further.

 

 

4.Do you have any siblings?  What are/were they like?

     I have no surviving siblings.

 

5.Where do you live now, and with whom?  Describe the place and the person/people.

    I have no permanent home. At present, I rent from an inn when a room is available. There are not many people of interest as many come and go.

 

6.What is your occupation?

    Student and Researcher, with a focus on physical sciences and alchemy. While I prefer not to expose myself to open threats, the gil earned through the militaries of Eorzea do offer a way to supplement my income.

 

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.

    3'3", short ears, birthright jewel, red eyes, loop piercing; left ear. Dark hair. Dress usually consists of lightweight robes, though I am not adverse to anything in particular that is appropriate for the job at hand.

 

 

8.To which social class do you belong?

    My social standing has been fluctuating as of late.

 

9.Do you have any allergies, diseases, or other physical weaknesses?

    Like most Dunesfolk, I have an aversion to cold climates. Severe reactions can be a result of contact with animal furs, but this can be medicated.

 

10. Are you right- or left-handed?

    Right

 

11. What does your voice sound like?

    I have been told my voice is surprisingly deep compared to what was expected.

 

12. What words and/or phrases do you use very frequently?

    "Get out of my library!"

    "No, no.. stop eating the book!"

 

13. What do you have in your pockets?

    Any Ul'dahn knows better than to answer that.

 

14. Do you have any quirks, strange mannerisms, annoying habits, or other defining characteristics?

    When busy with research or study, I tend to get fairly belligerent when people attempt to distract me.

 

 

 

Part 2: Growing Up

 

 

15. How would you describe your childhood in general?

    Forgettable

 

16. What is your earliest memory?

    Attempting to help my father with his alchemy.

 

17. How much schooling have you had?

    Significant, though I am not done yet.

 

18. Did you enjoy school?

    My life is dedicated to the pursuit of education, of course I did.

 

19. Where did you learn most of your skills and other abilities?

    While schooling, you tend to study additional subjects that support your primary study. For more physical skills it was merely trial-and-error.

 

20. While growing up, did you have any role models?  If so, describe them.

    My father, I already described him prior.

 

21. While growing up, how did you get along with the other members of your family?

    Despite my father being my role model and my attempts to follow in his footsteps, he wanted me to join the guard or military as pay was stable and the work fairly secure for the time.

 

22. As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?

    Alchemist like my father.

 

23. As a child, what were your favorite activities?

    Studying, exploring, climbing trees, though admittedly there were less than enough trees.

 

24. As a child, what kinds of personality traits did you display?

    Annoyingly curious, persistent, an introvert.

 

25. As a child, were you popular?  Who were your friends, and what were they like?

    I wasn't so popular, as my time was taken by study. That said a few companions were very helpful at the time. A Miqo'te was very insightful with regards to manipulation.

 

26. When and with whom was your first kiss?

    A companion you will not hear of, at a time you will not hear of.

 

27. Are you a virgin?  If not, when and with whom did you lose your virginity?

    No, but while most in Ul'dah would probably flaunt it, I prefer to not tell.

 

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.

   ...Magic isn't rare, many people practice it to some degree in one form or another.

 

 

 

Part 3: Past Influences

 

 

29. What do you consider the most important event of your life so far?

    Something I wouldn't put to paper.

 

30. Who has had the most influence on you?

    My father mostly.

 

31. What do you consider your greatest achievement?

    Finding a few artifacts to study. While the study was brought to a halt, it was still a great find and a tragedy to have lost them again.

 

32. What is your greatest regret?

    ...Losing contact with someone of significant importance.

 

33. What is the most evil thing you have ever done?

    Tortured another person for vital information regarding an artifact that went missing. Justified, of course.

 

34. Do you have a criminal record of any kind?

    ...you mean at the moment? No.

 

35. When was the time you were the most frightened?

    ... my first airship ride.

 

36. What is the most embarrassing thing ever to happen to you?

    When one gets wrapped up in research for four days straight with no assistants to help, it may get a bit hot in the library. Sometimes, even smallclothes are too much of a burden, and sometimes people enter without knocking.

 

37. If you could change one thing from your past, what would it be, and why?

    To have been present when my father was wounded. With the skill I had in conjury, I may have prevented permanent harm.

 

38. What is your best memory?

    I won't disclose this.

 

39. What is your worst memory?

    Or this..

 

 

 

 

Part 4: Beliefs And Opinions

 

 

 

 

40. Are you basically optimistic or pessimistic?

    Pessimistic. Things will go poorly unless you make a firm adjustment.

 

41. What is your greatest fear?

    ..heights.

 

42. What are your religious views?

    There is sufficient evidence that the Twelve are present.

 

43. What are your political views?

    Money is where the power lies, but knowledge fuels the acquisition of such. Ul'dah shows us that anything can be made, purchased, or made to happen with the right amount of money. Should someone without the knowledge to make that wealth be one in charge of others? There is a balance, and that is usually carried out as what is best for profit is usually best for people.

 

44. What are your views on sex?

    People will do what they will. It's best to say I'm undecided as to whether or not it should be kept between two who are extremely close, or if it is a couple's choice. If pressed, I would likely side with a couple's choice as I am in no position to dictate. Hmm... why limit to couples when anyone willing and of age can make their own choice?

 

45. Are you able to kill?  Under what circumstances do you find killing to be acceptable or unacceptable?

    This is done almost daily. If you are referring specifically to other people, then it usually comes down to whether or not there is a reason. I wouldn't kill someone because I have the power to, but rather I would if there is a bounty, if there is reason to believe that a person would do harm to others, or if a person is at risk of permanently destroying any of my research.

 

46. In your opinion, what is the most evil thing any human being could do?

    Psychological torture is likely the worst I can imagine, but even that can have it's benefits.

 

47. Do you believe in the existence of soul mates and/or true love?

    No

 

48. What do you believe makes a successful life?

    An occupation you like, that you are alive to pursue, with enough gil to not want for more.

 

49. How honest are you about your thoughts and feelings (i.e. do you hide your true self from others, and in what way)?

    I prefer to keep my feelings to myself, though they do tend to show anyway.

 

50. Do you have any biases or prejudices?

    ...Miqo'te, can they read?

 

 

51. Is there anything you absolutely refuse to do under any circumstances?  Why do you refuse to do it?

    Destroy my research and study material without having a second archive elsewhere. My studies are my life and occupation.

 

52. Who or what, if anything, would you die for (or otherwise go to extremes for)?

    There is nothing in particular. Dying would be a waste of any future talent I would have.

 

 

 

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?

   

 

54. Who is the most important person in your life, and why?

55. Who is the person you respect the most, and why?

56. Who are your friends?  Do you have a best friend?  Describe these people.

57. Do you have a spouse or significant other?  If so, describe this person.

58. Have you ever been in love?  If so, describe what happened.

59. What do you look for in a potential lover?

60. How close are you to your family?

61. Have you started your own family?  If so, describe them.  If not, do you want to?  Why or why not?

62. Who would you turn to if you were in desperate need of help?

63. Do you trust anyone to protect you?  Who, and why?

64. If you died or went missing, who would miss you?

65. Who is the person you despise the most, and why?

66. Do you tend to argue with people, or avoid conflict?

67. Do you tend to take on leadership roles in social situations?

68. Do you like interacting with large groups of people?  Why or why not?

69. Do you care what others think of you?

Part 6: Likes And Dislikes

70. What is/are your favorite hobbies and pastimes?

71. What is your most treasured possession?

72. What is your favorite color?

73. What is your favorite food?

74. What, if anything, do you like to read?

75. What is your idea of good entertainment (consider music, movies, art, etc.)?

76. Do you smoke, drink, or use drugs?  If so, why?  Do you want to quit?

77. How do you spend a typical Saturday night?

78. What makes you laugh?

79. What, if anything, shocks or offends you?

80. What would you do if you had insomnia and had to find something to do to amuse yourself?

81. How do you deal with stress?

82. Are you spontaneous, or do you always need to have a plan?

83. What are your pet peeves?

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?

85. What is your greatest strength as a person?

86. What is your greatest weakness?

87. If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?

88. Are you generally introverted or extroverted?

89. Are you generally organized or messy?

90. Name three things you consider yourself to be very good at, and three things you consider yourself to be very bad at.

91. Do you like yourself?

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…)

93. What goal do you most want to accomplish in your lifetime?

94. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

95. If you could choose, how would you want to die?

96. If you knew you were going to die in 24 hours, name three things you would do in the time you had left.

97. What is the one thing for which you would most like to be remembered after your death?

98. What three words best describe your personality?

99. What three words would others probably use to describe you?

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…)

[Freyar]

1.What is your full name?

   Rorohiju Momohiju

 

2.Where and when were you born?

    Ul'dah, 17th of the Fourth Astral Moon, 1545

 

3.Who are/were your parents?  (Know their names, occupations, personalities, etc.)

    Wawaru Waru, Mother

    Weaver by trade, when dealing with people outside the family or close circle of friends, she would always be quite shrewd when it came to business.

 

 

    Kokomi Roromi, Father

    Former alchemist, suffered serious wound when traveling to Limsa Lominsa. Was always very particular when trading quantities or working his craft. I am glad to have had a chance to study basic skills before he was unable to teach me further.

 

4.Do you have any siblings?  What are/were they like?

     I have no siblings.

 

5.Where do you live now, and with whom?  Describe the place and the person/people.

    I have no permanent home. At present, I rent from an inn when a room is available. There are not many people of interest as many come and go.

 

6.What is your occupation?

    Student and Researcher, with a focus on physical sciences and alchemy. While I prefer not to expose myself to open threats, the gil earned through the militaries of Eorzea do offer a way to supplement my income.

 

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.

    3'3", short ears, birthright jewel, red eyes, loop piercing; left ear. Dark hair. Dress usually consists of lightweight robes, though I am not adverse to anything in particular that is appropriate for the job at hand.

 

8.To which social class do you belong?

    My social standing has been fluctuating as of late.

 

9.Do you have any allergies, diseases, or other physical weaknesses?

    Like most Dunesfolk, I have an aversion to cold climates. Severe reactions can be a result of contact with animal furs, but this can be medicated.

 

10. Are you right- or left-handed?

    Right

 

11. What does your voice sound like?

    I have been told my voice is surprisingly deep compared to what was expected.

 

12. What words and/or phrases do you use very frequently?

   There aren't any specific enough to list.

 

13. What do you have in your pockets?

    Any Ul'dahn knows better than to answer that.

 

14. Do you have any quirks, strange mannerisms, annoying habits, or other defining characteristics?

    When busy with research or study, I tend to get fairly belligerent when people attempt to distract me.

 

15. How would you describe your childhood in general?

    Forgettable

 

16. What is your earliest memory?

    Attempting to help my father with his alchemy.

 

17. How much schooling have you had?

    Significant, though I am not done yet.

 

18. Did you enjoy school?

    My life is dedicated to the pursuit of education, of course I did.

 

19. Where did you learn most of your skills and other abilities?

    While schooling, you tend to study additional subjects that support your primary study. For more physical skills it was merely trial-and-error.

 

20. While growing up, did you have any role models?  If so, describe them.

    My father, I already described him prior.

 

21. While growing up, how did you get along with the other members of your family?

    Despite my father being my role model and my attempts to follow in his footsteps, he wanted me to join the guard or military as pay was stable and the work fairly secure for the time.

 

22. As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?

    Alchemist like my father.

 

23. As a child, what were your favorite activities?

    Studying, exploring, climbing trees, though admittedly there were less than enough trees.

 

24. As a child, what kinds of personality traits did you display?

    Annoyingly curious, persistent, an introvert.

 

25. As a child, were you popular?  Who were your friends, and what were they like?

    I wasn't so popular, as my time was taken by study. That said a few companions were very helpful at the time. A Miqo'te I met as a child was very insightful with regards to manipulation of other people.

 

26. When and with whom was your first kiss?

    A companion you will not hear of, at a time you will not hear of.

 

27. Are you a virgin?  If not, when and with whom did you lose your virginity?

    No, but while most in Ul'dah would probably flaunt it, I prefer to not tell.

 

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.

   ...Magic isn't rare, many people practice it to some degree in one form or another.

 

29. What do you consider the most important event of your life so far?

    Something I wouldn't put to paper.

 

30. Who has had the most influence on you?

    My father mostly.

 

31. What do you consider your greatest achievement?

    Finding a few artifacts to study. While the study was brought to a halt, it was still a great find and a tragedy to have lost them again.

 

32. What is your greatest regret?

    ...Losing contact with someone of significant importance.

 

33. What is the most evil thing you have ever done?

    Tortured another person for vital information regarding an artifact that went missing. Justified, of course.

 

34. Do you have a criminal record of any kind?

    If you mean at the moment, then no.

 

35. When was the time you were the most frightened?

    ... my first airship ride.

 

36. What is the most embarrassing thing ever to happen to you?

    When one gets wrapped up in research for four days straight with no assistants to help, it may get a bit hot in the library. Sometimes, even smallclothes are too much of a burden, and sometimes people enter without knocking or making their presence known before seeing someone else standing there in naught but skin.

 

37. If you could change one thing from your past, what would it be, and why?

    To have been present when my father was wounded. With what little skill I had in conjury, I may have prevented permanent harm.

 

38. What is your best memory?

    I won't disclose this.

 

39. What is your worst memory?

    Or this..

 

40. Are you basically optimistic or pessimistic?

    Pessimistic. Things will go poorly unless you make a firm adjustment.

 

41. What is your greatest fear?

    ..heights.

 

42. What are your religious views?

    There is sufficient evidence that the Twelve are present.

 

43. What are your political views?

    Money is where the power lies, but knowledge and wisdom fuels the acquisition of such. Ul'dah shows us that anything can be made, purchased, or made to happen with the right amount of money. Should someone without the knowledge to make that wealth be one in charge of others? There is a balance, and that is usually carried out as what is best for profit is usually good enough for people.

 

44. What are your views on sex?

    People will do what they will. It's best to say I'm undecided as to whether or not it should be kept between two who are extremely close, or if it is a couple's choice. If pressed, I would likely side with a couple's choice as I am in no position to dictate. Hmm... why limit to couples when anyone willing and of age can make their own choice?  I would hope those choosing to have sex would seek to protect themselves from unexpectedly starting a family.  Knowledge and Wisdom...

 

45. Are you able to kill?  Under what circumstances do you find killing to be acceptable or unacceptable?

    This is done almost daily. If you are referring specifically to other people, then it usually comes down to whether or not there is a reason. I wouldn't kill someone because I have the power to, but rather I would if there is a bounty, if there is reason to believe that a person would do harm to others, or if a person is at risk of permanently destroying any of my research.

 

46. In your opinion, what is the most evil thing any human being could do?

    Psychological torture is likely the worst I can imagine, but even that can have it's benefits.

 

47. Do you believe in the existence of soul mates and/or true love?

    No

 

48. What do you believe makes a successful life?

    An occupation you like, that you are alive to pursue, with enough gil to not want for more.

 

49. How honest are you about your thoughts and feelings (i.e. do you hide your true self from others, and in what way)?

    I prefer to keep my feelings to myself, though they do tend to show at times despite my preference.

 

50. Do you have any biases or prejudices?

    Are Miqo'te able to read and write? Most of them I see in the cities these days sell themselves more than selling their services as a hard worker or legitimate academic.

 

 

51. Is there anything you absolutely refuse to do under any circumstances?  Why do you refuse to do it?

    Destroy my research and study material without having a second archive elsewhere. My studies are my life and occupation.

 

52. Who or what, if anything, would you die for (or otherwise go to extremes for)?

    There is nothing in particular. Dying would be a waste of any future talent I would have.

 

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 tend to stay at a distance if I can help it. Trust is a valuable commodity that is too often spoiled and I would rather have mine not be spoiled. Those that prove themselves as allies and friends might see a more relaxed demeanor, but it is rare.

 

54. Who is the most important person in your life, and why?

    Myself, because my parents would want me to continue beyond their years.

 

55. Who is the person you respect the most, and why?

    My old headmaster of A.E.T.H.E.R. more than six years ago. Soren. He made me realize that even for research, force must sometimes be used if you are to get any progress.

 

56. Who are your friends?  Do you have a best friend?  Describe these people.

    I don't have many. Most are associates of business and trade. Verence, a fairly tall Elezen who also tends to be a bit of an introvert like myself would be the closest to a best friend I have.

 

57. Do you have a spouse or significant other?  If so, describe this person.

    Not anymore.

 

58. Have you ever been in love?  If so, describe what happened.

    I have been, but she left me for someone else. While I cannot say I have fully healed from that heartbreak, I hope she remains happy.

 

59. What do you look for in a potential lover?

    One not afraid to steal my attention from my work despite my retaliation. One that is intelligent enough to discuss and even help me with my research. One that would balance out my typical temper and pessimism. I would hope that she would be a Lalafell herself, but there is nothing wrong with any other race.

 

60. How close are you to your family?

    Fairly, I still write to them, news hasn't been the best lately.

 

61. Have you started your own family?  If so, describe them.  If not, do you want to?  Why or why not?

    No, I wish I had, though. Companionship and the responsibility of taking care of a family would be an interesting and considerably challenging step in my life. A step that would likely force me to change, for the better I would hope.

 

62. Who would you turn to if you were in desperate need of help?

    Reluctantly, Verence. I prefer to deal with my issues myself.

 

63. Do you trust anyone to protect you?  Who, and why?

    Anyone I hire with a good set of skills. That doesn't mean I should not be ready to defend myself instead.

 

64. If you died or went missing, who would miss you?

    My parents.

 

65. Who is the person you despise the most, and why?

    There is no person I particularly hate. If pressed, perhaps I'd have to say the Flame Legion Quartermaster, always arguing that I'd do more good in the field killing more of their enemies than continuing my studies.

 

66. Do you tend to argue with people, or avoid conflict?

    Argue.

 

67. Do you tend to take on leadership roles in social situations?

    In social situations? No, I tend to let others manage that. However there were several times where I was... drafted to a leadership position in some of my previous years.

 

68. Do you like interacting with large groups of people?  Why or why not?

    Not particularly. It becomes difficult to keep track of people you have just met and things tend to get muddled. I prefer to keep working towards something, anything.

 

69. Do you care what others think of you?

    I get curious at times.

 

70. What is/are your favorite hobbies and pastimes?

    I still enjoy climbing a tree on occasion.

 

71. What is your most treasured possession?

    My father's alembic.

 

72. What is your favorite color?

    Teal

 

73. What is your favorite food?

    Beef Stew, though sometimes I want to put a bit of pepper for a little heat.

 

74. What, if anything, do you like to read?

    Is... that a trick question?

 

75. What is your idea of good entertainment (consider music, movies, art, etc.)?

    Any book, fiction or otherwise is great, especially in quiet company.

 

76. Do you smoke, drink, or use drugs?  If so, why?  Do you want to quit?

    I smoke, but rarely. I limit myself to once a week at most. I don't drink that often either as I tend to be a laughing stock when I do. I have no interest in quitting either.

 

77. How do you spend a typical Saturday night?

    What is "Saturday"?

 

78. What makes you laugh?

    Despite what you would expect, a good joke can get me to laugh.

 

79. What, if anything, shocks or offends you?

    Book burning. There is no reason to waste them like that, and burning those books helps no one.

 

80. What would you do if you had insomnia and had to find something to do to amuse yourself?

    I would try to stay away from my research if I knew I wasn't doing well. Perhaps a book of.. questionable material for purists... would be amusing, that or maybe I would distil something to put me to sleep.

 

81. How do you deal with stress?

    Badly, grinding teeth, and breaking something.

 

82. Are you spontaneous, or do you always need to have a plan?

    I prefer to have a plan, but I know that no plan survives reality.

 

83. What are your pet peeves?

    Staring over my shoulder when I am reading.

 

84. Describe the routine of a normal day for you.  How do you feel when this routine is disrupted?

    Get up, take care of hygiene needs, check for any assignments or trips to the field. Check gear to be used for the day and get to it. Should there be no assignments of trips to the field, I may choose to work on my father's art.

 

When this routine is disrupted, I tend to overreact for a short time. I typically have my day planned and I do not appreciate having it disrupted, though I know that in a lot of cases it cannot be helped.

 

85. What is your greatest strength as a person?

    Dedication to my craft? ... not entirely sure what I am expected to write here.

 

86. What is your greatest weakness?

    Sometimes the pursuit of knowledge and research can cloud my judgement.

 

87. If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?

    To learn to relax more often and enjoy a wider set of experiences.

 

88. Are you generally introverted or extroverted?

    Introverted, I already mentioned that.

 

89. Are you generally organized or messy?

    Organized.. usually.

 

90. Name three things you consider yourself to be very good at, and three things you consider yourself to be very bad at.

    Researching, Thaumaturgy, Fishing

 

    Armorsmithing, Talking about Myself, Socializing

 

91. Do you like yourself?

    Not particularly. I feel like I am a pretentious moron more often than not and that I am far too uptight for my own good. ... it's likely why my former significant other is no longer with me.

 

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…)

    The money is good, and that is what funds my studies.

 

93. What goal do you most want to accomplish in your lifetime?

    To eventually open my own library and school. At the very least, I would like to set in motion the opening of said school.

 

94. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

    Likely still working in adventuring while trying to find safe investments that can mature. Five years is not that much time.

 

95. If you could choose, how would you want to die?

    Quickly.

 

96. If you knew you were going to die in 24 hours, name three things you would do in the time you had left.

    Draft a will, drink heavily, and generally make a bit of a nuisance of myself. ...I could use an excuse to blow off steam.

 

97. What is the one thing for which you would most like to be remembered after your death?

    Ruthless pursuit of academics, to the point of even harming others.

 

98. What three words best describe your personality?

    Serious, workaholic, ruthless.

 

99. What three words would others probably use to describe you?

    Mean, shut-in, bookworm.

 

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…)

    Take a week off from study, see how it feels. Write down how you feel after if you have to.

 

[Freyar]

Pretty interesting to read everyone else's.

[Akki-Chan]

Part 1: The Basics

1.What is your full name?

- Hiname Dawnpride

 

2.Where and when were you born?

 

- 28 years ago in the outskirts of Ul'Dah.

 

 

 

3.Who are/were your parents?  (Know their names, occupations, personalities, etc.)

- Let's not get into that.I'd rather forget about them sooner then later.

 

 

4.Do you have any siblings?  What are/were they like?

- No, I am a single child.

 

 

5.Where do you live now, and with whom?  Describe the place and the person/people.

- I am currently residingin gridania, regulary traveling to Ul'Dah and back to oversee works on the silver anvil construction site. At the time being, I have a room rented in the local hotel.

 

 

6.What is your occupation?

- I am a goldsmith and founder of the Silver Anvil.

 

 

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.

 

 

 

- Aww geez, fine. I am roughly 1.75m tall, have faily fair skin for living around Ul'Dah most of my live. My furr and hair mostly black wih faint, purple highlights, which i tend to carry in a short ponytail. My weight as well as my cupsize are NONE of your business. I have a rather toned body due to my habbit of working out after a stressfull day. Yes, I "do" have a rather sporty sixpack. My left eye is bright green, the right one of a dark blue. I tend to dress in comfortable yet functional clothes to suit my crafting needs,. I carry neither tattoos, other then a few racial marks around the edges of my face, and a few burn marks from handling hot metalls during the early days of my goldsmithing training.

 

 

8.To which social class do you belong?

- I am currently working my way up from an everyday worker to a business owner.

 

 

9.Do you have any allergies, diseases, or other physical weaknesses?

- I have no "known" allergies.. there is something growing around Limsa that makes me a little quasy, but I don't know what it is yet.

 

 

10. Are you right- or left-handed?

- Right handed.

 

 

11. What does your voice sound like?

- Eh, what? What am I, a friggin' narccist? Err... I "Think" it's rather soothing to listen to.. least people seem to have no issues listening to my rambling or my speeches when I am issuing orders.

 

 

12. What words and/or phrases do you use very frequently?

- None of your friggin business. ... No really, that's it.

 

 

13. What do you have in your pockets?

- Uhh, lesse.. Tools, a few uncut gems, a handful of catnip candy and my purse.

 

 

14. Do you have any quirks, strange mannerisms, annoying habits, or other defining characteristics?

- Now that'd be tellin'!

 

 

 

Part 2: Growing Up

 

 

15. How would you describe your childhood in general?

- Harsh. Being young and poor in Ul'Dah is not funny.

 

 

16. What is your earliest memory?

- Having to work out in the fields in scorching summer heat. Fun ain't it.

 

 

17. How much schooling have you had?

- I went tos chool rather late in life, had to catch up on a lot of silly, mandatory thigns once I could pay for it. I may not be the smartest or most edjucated penny out there, but I know my craft and my business and Im still learning.

 

18. Did you enjoy school?

- Aye, quite a lot.

 

 

19. Where did you learn most of your skills and other abilities?

- Learning by doing, really.

 

 

20. While growing up, did you have any role models?  If so, describe them.

- Nah. Was too busy working my back off to give admiing looks to someone else.

 

 

21. While growing up, how did you get along with the other members of your family?

- Eh. I hated the lot of 'em. And I made no small effort to show 'em. Dad used to tell me that my upbringing would be good for me. I told 'em to suck it and get on with it because I'd leave this shithole as soon as I'd be old enough for it. I did. And we haven't talked since.

 

 

22. As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?

- Rich.

 

 

23. As a child, what were your favorite activities?

- Sleeping. It brought me away from the work.

 

 

24. As a child, what kinds of personality traits did you display?

- Defiance, courage and a fair amount of spite.

 

 

25. As a child, were you popular?  Who were your friends, and what were they like?

- Popular? Ehh.. infamous, perhaps. I had a thing for punching people t the face for giving me s- aaattitude.

 

 

26. When and with whom was your first kiss?

- Oi pal, none of your damned business!

 

 

27. Are you a virgin?  If not, when and with whom did you lose your virginity?

- W-WHAT?! WHY YO- *static*

 

 

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.

- Errr.... Phew, that ain't my thing then.

 

 

 

 

Part 3: Past Influences

29. What do you consider the most important event of your life so far?

- Leaving home with every scrap of my belongings.

 

 

30. Who has had the most influence on you?

 

- My disgust for my parents, does that count?

 

 

 

31. What do you consider your greatest achievement?

- I founded the silver anvil company. If that ain't somethin'.

 

 

32. What is your greatest regret?

- Huh, lemme think.. So far I dun' have one. I try to life without second thoughts.

 

 

33. What is the most evil thing you have ever done?

- Evil? Err.. 'tis a weird question. I abandoned my parents and took a pair of working hands off their sorry excuse for a farm, does that count?

 

 

34. Do you have a criminal record of any kind?

- Nope.

 

 

35. When was the time you were the most frightened?

- Eh, the first few weeks in Ul'Dah on my own were damn creepy.

 

 

36. What is the most embarrassing thing ever to happen to you?

- Oh for.. ghk. Ever seen those hussies dance on the street near the adventurer guild? Yeah, sued to do that for a while.

 

 

37. If you could change one thing from your past, what would it be, and why?

- As I said.. Nothing.

 

 

38. What is your best memory?

- Sighning the construction contract for the anvil.

 

 

39. What is your worst memory?

- Breaking down as a child on the field during the summer heat.

 

 

 

 

Part 4: Beliefs And Opinions

40. Are you basically optimistic or pessimistic?

- Im a optimist.

 

 

41. What is your greatest fear?

- Falling back into poverty.

 

 

42. What are your religious views?

- I give regular prayers to the Builder. Other then that? Err.. not much.

 

43. What are your political views?

- I try to not get into or care much 'bout politics.

 

 

44. What are your views on sex?

- Sex is friggin awesome.

 

 

45. Are you able to kill?  Under what circumstances do you find killing to be acceptable or unacceptable?

- In self defence? I can. Would I "want" to? No.

 

 

46. In your opinion, what is the most evil thing any human being could do?

- Well there was 'tis guy willing to summon a hugeass dragon to deepfry the world. Need Is ay more?

 

 

47. Do you believe in the existence of soul mates and/or true love?

- Oh yes, I do.

 

 

48. What do you believe makes a successful life?

- Wealth, fame and a memorable legacy.

 

 

49. How honest are you about your thoughts and feelings (i.e. do you hide your true self from others, and in what way)?

- I say what I think, what I feel and what I want. End of story.

 

 

50. Do you have any biases or prejudices?

- I try not to. But mfirst impressions stick with me.

 

 

51. Is there anything you absolutely refuse to do under any circumstances?  Why do you refuse to do it?

- I never work for free. Not even for friends. My skills come for a price.

 

 

52. Who or what, if anything, would you die for (or otherwise go to extremes for)?

- Hmm.. true love? Heck Iuonno. Ask me when it happens.

 

 

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 them the same way they treat me. Nothing more or less. If you start acting up on me, I'll return the favor.

 

 

54. Who is the most important person in your life, and why?

- There's my friend from the conjuring school in Gridania. She's likely the closest I ever had to a genuine friend.

 

 

55. Who is the person you respect the most, and why?

- Hmm... That's not easy. I respect those who made something out of themselfes that is worth of respect itself.

 

 

56. Who are your friends?  Do you have a best friend?  Describe these people.

- As mentioned above.

 

 

57. Do you have a spouse or significant other?  If so, describe this person.

- Hmno, I do not.

 

 

58. Have you ever been in love?  If so, describe what happened.

- Genuine love? No. A crush? Uhm.. no, don't think so.

 

 

59. What do you look for in a potential lover?

- Didn't thought aout it yet acctually. I don't have time for real romance.

 

 

60. How close are you to your family?

- Screw 'em. The lot of 'em.

 

 

61. Have you started your own family?  If so, describe them.  If not, do you want to?  Why or why not?

- Ehm.. No. As I said, I don't have time for romance. Even less for family.

 

 

62. Who would you turn to if you were in desperate need of help?

- Those who joined me in the silver anvil.

 

 

63. Do you trust anyone to protect you?  Who, and why?

- No, My only true protection is myself.

 

 

64. If you died or went missing, who would miss you?

- My company and my closer friends perhaps.

 

65. Who is the person you despise the most, and why?

- My father, for aformentioned reasons.

 

 

66. Do you tend to argue with people, or avoid conflict?

- I meet my problems head on if they arise.

 

 

67. Do you tend to take on leadership roles in social situations?

- I do.

 

 

68. Do you like interacting with large groups of people?  Why or why not?

- Only when I have to.

 

 

69. Do you care what others think of you?

- More then I should.

 

 

 

Part 6: Likes And Dislikes

70. What is/are your favorite hobbies and pastimes?

- Working with gems! I simply adore crafting trinkets with shining gemstones.

 

 

71. What is your most treasured possession?

- A small necklace made out of raw ore.

 

 

72. What is your favorite color?

- Silver.

 

 

73. What is your favorite food?

- Tuna.

 

 

74. What, if anything, do you like to read?

- Hmm.. fantasy novels.

 

 

75. What is your idea of good entertainment (consider music, movies, art, etc.)?

- A party, good drinks, good food, great sex.

 

 

76. Do you smoke, drink, or use drugs?  If so, why?  Do you want to quit?

- Smoke? No. Drink? Err, on partys or in company, though I ususally stop before getting drunk. Drugs? .. Does catnip candy count?

 

77. How do you spend a typical Saturday night?

- I don't really have "typical" saturdays.

 

78. What makes you laugh?

- uhh.. a good joke? Puplic displays of minor msifortune?

 

 

79. What, if anything, shocks or offends you?

- Shocking me is hard.. offending me is a little tooe asy. But let's not get there..

 

 

80. What would you do if you had insomnia and had to find something to do to amuse yourself?

- Read a book or.. err.. keep myself busy.

 

 

81. How do you deal with stress?

- See above.

 

 

82. Are you spontaneous, or do you always need to have a plan?

- Depends on my daily mood.

 

 

83. What are your pet peeves?

- Crafters that are fine with less then the best possible uality.

 

 

 

 

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?

- I get up, heave breafast, see to the construction site, work on a few pieces in y private workshop, have lunch, get back to work, go home, entertain myself in some way, go to bed. it's pretty ahrd to interrupt a steady working day, but I get somewhat irritated when it happens.

 

85. What is your greatest strength as a person?

- My indomitable willpower.

 

 

86. What is your greatest weakness?

- ... my short temper.

 

 

87. If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?

- I really need more patience when working with morons.

 

 

88. Are you generally introverted or extroverted?

- ugh, that's not easy for me.. I "tend" to be more an extrovert.

 

 

89. Are you generally organized or messy?

- Organized.

 

90. Name three things you consider yourself to be very good at, and three things you consider yourself to be very bad at.

- Handycraft, organizing, working out.  uhh.. bad.. Dealing wih rejection, keeping my nose out of others people business and dealing with unruly customers.

 

 

91. Do you like yourself?

- *beep* please, Im gorgeous and awesome.

 

 

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…)

- I don't WANT to go out there doing adventuring. Im nott he hero type, geez. I wish my friends would just accept that.

 

 

93. What goal do you most want to accomplish in your lifetime?

- I want to see the silver anvil become a brand name of quality and durability in every aspect of an adventurers life.

 

 

94. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

- In a nice, expansive home with no financial worries anymore.

 

 

95. If you could choose, how would you want to die?

- Old, in my be, surrounded by my loved ones. I don't care how cliche that sounds.

 

 

96. If you knew you were going to die in 24 hours, name three things you would do in the time you had left.

- Spend my cash like crazy, get hammered and get have lot's of sex.

 

 

97. What is the one thing for which you would most like to be remembered after your death?

- For making the anvil a success.

 

 

98. What three words best describe your personality?

- Cocky, ambitious, determined.

 

 

99. What three words would others probably use to describe you?

- Bicthy, cocky, self-centered.

 

 

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…)

 

 

- If you can get behind her general attitude, she'll turn out to be a good, reliable friend. Just don't get between her and her ambition.

 

[Vash]

I am loving all the replies this is awesome guys I think I'll do an IC one as well but thanks so much everyone I'm really glad you like it!  

[Desphiria]

I finally finished it! WOOO! IN ONE DAY! That was so fun, thanks for posting this up.

 

1.What is your full name?

 

Izaza Iza

 

2.Where and when were you born?

 

In Gridania, under the 2nd Umbral Moon on the 6th.

 

3.Who are/were your parents?  (Know their names, occupations, personalities, etc.)

 

My dad's name is Kiryo Yuryo and he was the bravest person I know. He could be serious when he needed to be but he could also be silly and very understanding. My dad was a Gladiator first as well as a father, then a fisher, and blacksmith second. Daddy was fighting during The Calamity, I don't know where he is now because he never came back home.

 

Mommy's name is Lilala Lila and she's the sweetest person ever. She's very helpful and comforting too. She doesn't like being mean but if she has to be she will be, but then she says sorry right after. My mom works as a Botanist and Culinarian. She wants to try and sell her foods but she's not sure who'd buy it.

 

4.Do you have any siblings?  What are/were they like?

 

I don't think so. At least none that I know of. I have a friend who's kind of like a brother to me though, if that even counts. Eheh. But he's really nice and kind of protective when it comes to me. I'm just glad he doesn't go overboard with it. I haven't seen him in a while though. I remember once, he told me he didn't like women but it's weird cause he's nice to me and seems to like me alot.

 

5.Where do you live now, and with whom?  Describe the place and the person/people.

 

I don't really live anywhere right now. I kind of wander around, but I do go visit my mom when I can.

 

6.What is your occupation?

 

I am an Arcanist! I'm going to try for my Scholar test eventually. I thought about taking up Botany and cooking like mom, but I don't really know if I want to or not. It might be fun though.

 

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.

 

What? You want me to describe myself physically? Well okay if you say so. *Goes to stand near a pond* I kind of figured you could see me though but I guess not. I am 2 feet 11 inches, I'm not sure how much I weight though. I am a Plainsfolk Lalafell like parents, my hair is a purtyful reddish brown, and my eyes are I guess you could call it, sky blue maybe? *Goes back to sit*

Hmm, style of dress. I like to dress super girly! But I don't like earrings, they make me look too grown up. Even though I kinna am but that's not the point, I just don't like them. No tattoos or scars or anything else either. Unless you count my little brown nose. *Wiggles her nose like a bunny giggling*

 

8.To which social class do you belong?

 

I believe that we're pretty middle class.

 

9.Do you have any allergies, diseases, or other physical weaknesses?

 

Allergies? Mmm, not that I know of. No diseases either, but I guess I can get sick easily depending on the climate. It's annoying when that happens. I hate being sick. *Mumbles about when she's sick as she crosses her arms*

 

10. Are you right- or left-handed?

 

I'm a lefty! *raises her left hand and waves it*

 

11. What does your voice sound like?

 

What does my voice sound like? Well I think it sounds kinda childish and sweet. Maybe a bit innocent too, maybe. It kinna gets mature when I need to be serious though.

 

12. What words and/or phrases do you use very frequently?

 

Words or phrases? Uhm, I think purtfyful is one, and purty.

 

13. What do you have in your pockets?

 

In my pockets? *Looks around herself then notices her pouch* Oh! You mean my pouch! *Opens it and looks inside then shows you* I have seeds in here. That's kind of it.

 

14. Do you have any quirks, strange mannerisms, annoying habits, or other defining characteristics?

 

I like to climb on people and nibble their ears. That annoys people though but I think it's fun. Probably have to start doing that to people I know only though. And I guess I'm too cute for some people too, I don't know why that would be annoying but it is and that kind of saddens me. *looks down at the ground frowning*

 

 

15. How would you describe your childhood in general?

 

Oooh, well. My childhood was purty good I think. We were always happy and smiley and had lots of fun. We went out on picnics and explored the forests, and everything.

 

16. What is your earliest memory?

 

My earliest memory? I guess it's when mom taught me about herbs and stuff. Either that or when I found Juniper. *smiles widely at the thought*

 

17. How much schooling have you had?

 

I had lots of schooling. I kind of had to to learn all about Gridania, and the Elementals.

 

18. Did you enjoy school?

 

School wasn't bad, I guess. I don't remember if I ever got teased or not though. *Taps her chin thinking about it*

 

19. Where did you learn most of your skills and other abilities?

 

From, my parents. Does being brave count as a skill?

 

20. While growing up, did you have any role models?  If so, describe them.

 

Hmms, I don't think so.  Well maybe the Seedseers. They're really smart and close to nature and know lots of things.

 

21. While growing up, how did you get along with the other members of your family?

 

We got along really well. We did have our occasional fights though.

 

22. As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?

 

*Grins really big* I wanted to be a Seedseer!

 

23. As a child, what were your favorite activities?

 

My favorite activities when I was a child were, wandering around the forests and talking to the animals there. I liked to go visit the chocobo stables too. I used to write and I also studied alot.

 

24. As a child, what kinds of personality traits did you display?

 

Mom always told me that I was sweet and kind-hearted. She said I was sensitive too and something called empathetic?

 

25. As a child, were you popular?  Who were your friends, and what were they like?

 

I don't think I was THAT popular. I had a few friends but we kind of went our separate ways after school.

 

26. When and with whom was your first kiss?

 

What?! First kiss?! Huuh?! Well, I never... kissed anyone ever.

 

27. Are you a virgin?  If not, when and with whom did you lose your virginity?

 

*Stares wide-eyed, mouth agape* WHY ARE YOU ASKING ME THIS?! I'm not going to TELL you that! That's PERSONAL! *Huffs and crosses her arms blushing like crazy*

 

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.

 

First, what's a supernatural being? And second, I think what influenced me was my parents and wanting to explore, and see the world, and meet new people, and make friends! Mostly, I just wanted to be independent I guess.

 

 

29. What do you consider the most important event of your life so far?

 

The most important event of my life? When The Calamity happened I think is the most important event so far.

 

30. Who has had the most influence on you?

 

Probably my parents.

 

31. What do you consider your greatest achievement?

 

My greatest achievement was when, I got accepted into the Arcanist Guild. *Nods firmly*

 

32. What is your greatest regret?

 

I don't think I have one yet. Not that I know of anyway.

 

33. What is the most evil thing you have ever done?

 

Most evil thing? Me? I haven't really done anything evil ever. Not yet anyway, can't find anyone who deserves to have an evil thing happen to them.

 

34. Do you have a criminal record of any kind?

 

Oh goodness no. Not that I know of. I just recently started to adventure so I don't think I've had any time to have that. Wait, what are those again? *tilts her head confused*

 

35. When was the time you were the most frightened?

 

During The Calamity and after it.

 

36. What is the most embarrassing thing ever to happen to you?

 

The most embarrassing thing? Hmm, *taps her chin thinking* Oh I know! One time, I was skinny dipping and some people from town saw me naked!

 

37. If you could change one thing from your past, what would it be, and why?

 

If I could change one thing from my past? Why would I wanna do that? Does it have to be a bad thing? Or a good thing?

 

38. What is your best memory?

 

My best memory is when I found Juniper.

 

39. What is your worst memory?

 

My worst memory is when we lost daddy.

 

 

40. Are you basically optimistic or pessimistic?

 

What do those mean again?

 

41. What is your greatest fear?

 

My greatest fear is being killed and maybe being abandoned.

 

42. What are your religious views?

 

Religious views on what now?

 

43. What are your political views?

 

My political views? Uhm, I really don't know. I don't get politics at all.

 

44. What are your views on sex?

 

*Giggles softly* Well, I think it's more important to do that with someone you love with all of your heart. I guess it could be casual between friends too but I don't get why you would wanna do that.  I think it would be more special if the person you loved with all your heart was your first, not a friend you might not have for very long.

 

45. Are you able to kill?  Under what circumstances do you find killing to be acceptable or unacceptable?

 

Kill what exactly? If you mean animals, I don't want to but if I have to I would. If you mean people, mmm I don't know. They would have to do something PURTY terrible for me to want to kill them.

 

46. In your opinion, what is the most evil thing any human being could do?

 

To me, the most evil thing any human being could do is abuse a poor, defenseless, pet. That's just horrible.

 

47. Do you believe in the existence of soul mates and/or true love?

 

Hmms, well I guess it's possible but I don't know if I believe in it.

 

48. What do you believe makes a successful life?

 

What I believe? I believe that, having a nice family and your own house with lots of money to support everyone makes a successful life. *Nod nods*

 

49. How honest are you about your thoughts and feelings (i.e. do you hide your true self from others, and in what way)?

 

My true self? What's that? I guess I can tell people off if I need to and not have any regrets if they're just big ol meanie faces.

 

50. Do you have any biases or prejudices?

 

What are biases again? I don't think I have any prejudices though. Unless, you count not liking mean people a prejudice.

 

51. Is there anything you absolutely refuse to do under any circumstances?  Why do you refuse to do it?

 

I don't know really. I guess hurting a chocobo, because why would you wanna do that when they've been there for us forever now? *shrugs*

 

52. Who or what, if anything, would you die for (or otherwise go to extremes for)?

 

Ooooh, this I have no idea about. Sorry.

 

 

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?

 

Well at first I'm pretty nice to them, unless they're mean to me then I be mean back to them. It depends on the person really, if you're rude to me I will forever see you that way no matter what and just stay away from you, or ignore you if you say something to me.

 

54. Who is the most important person in your life, and why?

 

I guess my mom, because if something ever happened to her I would be devastated.

 

55. Who is the person you respect the most, and why?

 

Again, I have to say my mom because, she's been through so much and yet she's still super strong after all that.

 

56. Who are your friends?  Do you have a best friend?  Describe these people.

 

I have one friend. His name's Tristan Burns and I already told you about him WAY back when but I guess I could again. He's really nice and brave. He's protective of me and very understanding. He's sweet and doesn't like women except for me and other friends I may make who are females.

 

57. Do you have a spouse or significant other?  If so, describe this person.

 

Noo, not yet. I'm honestly not sure if I ever will.

 

58. Have you ever been in love?  If so, describe what happened.

 

Nope, never been in love ever.

 

59. What do you look for in a potential lover?

 

Oh dear, I never thought about that. Let's see, *taps her chin again then looks really serious before smiling* I would love if he were nice, and sweet, and brave, and protective of me. But not so protective that he keeps people away from me by being all scary. Mmm, I'd love for him to understand and be able to tolerate me and my cutesy-ness.

 

60. How close are you to your family?

 

Didn't you ask me this three times already? I don't wanna answer this again. Hmph

 

61. Have you started your own family?  If so, describe them.  If not, do you want to?  Why or why not?

 

I haven't started my own family yet but of course I would want to. Why? Because it'd be nice and it'd make me happy. Plus it'll make mom happy too.

 

62. Who would you turn to if you were in desperate need of help?

 

I don't know. What kind of help would it need to be to be desperate?

 

63. Do you trust anyone to protect you?  Who, and why?

 

Honestly? Mmm, I really don't know. I would say Tristan I guess but I haven't seen him in SO long now.

 

64. If you died or went missing, who would miss you?

 

My mom would miss me probably. I don't know who else would.

 

65. Who is the person you despise the most, and why?

 

*Stares at you then thinks* I don't think there's anyone like that that I know.

 

66. Do you tend to argue with people, or avoid conflict?

 

I argue with people who argue with me.

 

67. Do you tend to take on leadership roles in social situations?

 

Oh goodness no! I can't really keep a conversation with anyone at all sometimes.  Unless it's maybe one or two people.

 

68. Do you like interacting with large groups of people?  Why or why not?

 

Well, yes and no. Yes because I could meet lots of people and no because, I suck at conversing with a large group of people.

 

69. Do you care what others think of you?

 

Sometimes.

 

 

70. What is/are your favorite hobbies and pastimes?

 

My favorite hobbies are, reading and writing.  I also like exploring.

 

71. What is your most treasured possession?

 

My most treasured possession? I think it would be my tome.

 

72. What is your favorite color?

 

My favorite color is pink!

 

73. What is your favorite food?

 

My favorite food? Spaghetti!

 

74. What, if anything, do you like to read?

 

I like to read books on magical arts and romance books.  Sometimes I read books on herbs too and also cook books.

 

75. What is your idea of good entertainment (consider music, movies, art, etc.)?

 

Music, definitely. Art is pretty to look at though. And what are movies?

 

76. Do you smoke, drink, or use drugs?  If so, why?  Do you want to quit?

 

Gosh no! That makes you all sick and destroys your brain!

 

77. How do you spend a typical Saturday night?

 

I usually walk around or go outside and look at the stars. Sometimes I go to taverns and read with Juniper too.

 

78. What makes you laugh?

 

What makes me laugh? That's a hard question. A lot of stuff makes me laugh.

 

79. What, if anything, shocks or offends you?

 

Hmm, when people are mean to me just because of how cute I am. It's not my fault you gotta be serious all the time and have a bug up your butt. *Huffs and mumbles*

 

80. What would you do if you had insomnia and had to find something to do to amuse yourself?

 

Is insomnia that thing that keeps you from falling asleep? I guess I would explore or find something fun to do.

 

81. How do you deal with stress?

 

I listen to music mostly.

 

82. Are you spontaneous, or do you always need to have a plan?

 

I can be spontaneous. I think I'm that way ALL the time, unless it's important.

 

83. What are your pet peeves?

 

Are pet peeves the things that annoy you? Uhm I guess mine are rude people, and people who are too serious all the time.

 

 

84. Describe the routine of a normal day for you.  How do you feel when this routine is disrupted?

 

A normal routine for me? Well, I wake up, do all the necessary morning things. Then I go out and explore, or go out and find a nice place to relax, then I might go to a tavern and order some nummy foods. How do I feel if it's disrupted? I don't mind it really, as long as it's something different.

 

85. What is your greatest strength as a person?

 

My greatest strength as a person is my kindness.

 

86. What is your greatest weakness?

 

My greatest weakness is that I'm WAY too sensitive.

 

87. If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?

 

I honestly don't want to change anything at all. I like how I am. It's just sad when people don't like me for that.

 

88. Are you generally introverted or extroverted?

 

I think that, I'm generally introverted unless I'm around my friends.

 

89. Are you generally organized or messy?

 

I think I'm fairly organized if I can figure out where to put stuff. XS

 

90. Name three things you consider yourself to be very good at, and three things you consider yourself to be very bad at.

 

The three things I consider myself to be very good at is, being all cutesy, making people laugh sometimes, and being random. The three bad things are, conversation, mmm... I don't know what else. I guess being not sensitive? And, finding stuff to do when I'm with a large group of people.

 

91. Do you like yourself?

 

Of course I like myself!

 

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…)

 

My main reasons for being an adventurer are to explore and travel and be independant really.

 

93. What goal do you most want to accomplish in your lifetime?

 

I don't know. I'm not sure if I have one yet.

 

94. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

 

In 5 years I see myself with a mate and a little family and a house. And just being a good wife. *Nod nods*

 

95. If you could choose, how would you want to die?

 

I would want to die in my sleep.

 

96. If you knew you were going to die in 24 hours, name three things you would do in the time you had left.

 

I would want to explore all of Eorzea, to find my best friend, and to be with my family.

 

97. What is the one thing for which you would most like to be remembered after your death?

 

I honestly dunno.

 

98. What three words best describe your personality?

 

Cute, sensitive, and sweet.

 

99. What three words would others probably use to describe you?

 

Way too cute, annoying, and random.

 

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…)

 

Oh gosh, really? Well then, as myself I would love to tell her that she can't befriend everybody and there ARE people out there who just, can't tolerate her. It's sad, even to me that some people are just so serious and just don't like cute things. Personally, I love Iza to death. She's kind of a little embodiment of me but as a lala. Hehe.