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FIRST ROUND. It's like the calm before the counselor app rape storm or something. Apps are still open and will be open until 6 AM EST!
Remember!
- Applicants, respond anonymously.
- If you're going to do the whole "ask me if I voted you out!" thing, please state who you voted out.
- No speculating about the identity of the applicants!
Now VOTE. Aaaand we're good here. Closed!
Character: Tamaki Suoh
Series: Ouran High School Host Club
Character age: 17
Canon: Once upon a time a poor girl named Haruhi Fujioka went to an obscenely rich school where there was a whole club of billionaire pretty boys devoted to flirting with girls. The prettiest and flirtiest boy of all was named Tamaki Suoh, the president and “king” of the titular Ouran High School Host Club.
In and out of the club, Tamaki is eternally charming, and sweet-talks almost every woman he meets with over-the-top (but completely sincere!) flattery. However, this rich romantic is often completely out of touch with reality. Tamaki has been known to completely tone out people around him while soliloquizing about his sinful beauty, and although playful rejection or teasing from his clubmates frequently sends him to emo in closets, he’s often oblivious to people’s negative intentions towards him and faces even the most hateful people with a smile. Additionally, Tamaki’s ultra-luxe upbringing has given him an intense curiosity about and interest in the ways of the “commoners” who live outside his super-rich posse. Still, at the end of the episode day, Tamaki is usually able to use his boundless energy, good-nature, dedication to the well-being of others, innocence, and heroism to bring happiness to the girls around him.
Sample Post:
Amazing. Amazing! Amazing! Long have I heard tales of the ingenuity of the common folk, whose poverty is matched only by their astounding resourcefulness, but never have I seen such a breathtaking display of frugal brilliance! For the common folk of Japan, who scrimp and save to take even one vacation, this camp is the ultimate in thrifty get-aways. Nowhere else in the world could the penniless masses experience toucans from South America, living trees from a horror movie, and squirrels from someone’s ‘How To Draw Boy’s Love’ book in one place! But most importantly, for the destitute, overworked people whose suffering produced the phrase ‘I’ll sleep when I’m dead,’ this establishment’s director has produced the ultimate in time- and money-saving holidays - a summer camp the common people can attend when they’re dead!
Bravo, Mademoiselle Sayre! Bravo!
But fear not, my lovely guide: even this camp’s commoner delights cannot keep my attention away from you for long, Miss Grey! Fair zombie maiden, were you, perhaps, related to the famous Englishman Earl Grey? The resemblance is striking. Ah! I feel that I was stolen from my bed in the dead of night by strangely-touchy gorillas just so your lovely, monochromatic visage would be the first thing I saw upon awakening. . . that I was vigorously embraced by a swarm of tentacles just so you could see your reflection sparkling in the tears that sprang to my eyes. . . that I was strapped to a chair just so you could untie me with fingers as soft and prone to falling off as the delicate blossoms of the panty tree . . .! But oh, my undead princess, I would happily do all of this and more to make my beauty a part of the afterlife experience at Camp Fuck You Die. Indeed, this enthralling body that God created should be on display for all to see - perched upon the heights of the tallest volcano like a masterpiece in a museum, dangling from the highest flagpole like experimental sculpture in a modern art gallery, in plain view for all to enjoy this peerless work of art!
Aha, Miss Grey, if you’d rather I stayed by your side, there’s no need to cling quite so tightly. Just say the word, and this divine masterpiece is yours for the day. If you can bear to part with me for even a moment, I’d be delighted to find a local delicacy suited to your ladylike palette, something we can share on a romantic stroll beside the lake. . . are you fond of Tuesday soup? Chestnuts roasting on a duckling fire? Credit crunch? Though recent events may give it a slightly harsh flavor, my princess, you can chase away its bitterness with a taste of me.
- on second thought, Miss Grey, perhaps you could remove your fingers from my hair - aha, and your teeth from my skull, and - what do you mean, you only loved me for my brains?
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Name: Ichinomiya "Maora" Yoshitaka
Series: Shinshi Doumei Cross
Age: 16
Canon: It's your all-encompassing love story: young girl attends fancy academy with lingering crush over a boy from her childhood, falls in love with prestigious student council president (who also happens to be said boy from childhood), finds out he has an evil twin, falls in love with both of them, wacky hijinks ensue. Otomiya Haine's life is never quite close enough to be normal, but that's how things roll in Shinshi Doumei Cross. Fortunately, she has a group of close friends at her side in the student council to make life a little brighter, a little easier, and a lot weirder.
On the weirder side of things is one Ichinomiya Maora, the optimistic and playful "brain" of the student council. Maora has many eccentricities, some of which include: keeping a tiny angry lamb on her person at all times, remembering information about people that would make a stalker proud, dressing up as the school's mailman to dispense occasionally dubious advice, and crossdressing whenever she feels like it. Born male but believing herself to be both male and female, Maora dresses and acts like a girl most of the time, but can and will change to a boy at the drop of a hat. She can be impulsive and determined, and often goes to drastic measures to achieve results, but regardless of whatever role she takes, Maora remains a cheerful, curious, and energetic person with a penchant for theatrics and mischief.
Note: 'Koutei' means Emperor in Japanese. It's the name given to the president of the student council; in this case, it refers to Togu Takanari.
Sample Post:
MAORA HAS ARRIVED ON THE SCENE~! ♥
So~ this is where Koutei and Haine went on their honeymoon, huh? Nice and secluded -- perfect for lovers (and for crashing said lovers' tryst, ufu~!). I thought they'd go for much more than this provincial life, but I'm sure that's part of the charm, too. Secret swampy love nests can be all sorts of fun, as long as you're creative. ♥ Not to mention the view from the lake is gorgeous, if a bit dangerous. Ah, but that's part of the thrill too, right? I can see it now -- "Oh my, what a beautiful lake, it's so AAAAAH HELP HELP there's an evil demon trying to rob me of my purity!! Iyaa, it's touching me, it's touching me! Please, someone save me from this monster!" "Fear not, young maiden! Your prince will protect you!" "Oh my prince, you've saved me from losing my innocence to a fearsome beast!" "Hahaha, well I can't just leave a beautiful maiden in danger, can I?" Ahh, so romantic! It just wouldn't be right to let a fantasy like that go to waste. Very well! It's time to set the stage for Maora's Rustic Retreat of Romance and Revelry! Starring: The Elegant and Graceful Maora as the princess!
Let's see, how to begin... first we'll need the right kind of set-up for this tale. This princess will have a long, glittering, gorgeous dress, naturally. And ladies in waiting, too! Many, many beautiful ladies in waiting. ♥ Where she walks, beauty follows! Now, I'll also need a sword for Prince-kun. Can't fight a monster without a sword, right? Right. Since we're improvising, I'll use this nailbat I found lodged in that zombie's head as a substitute. It's a little greasy, but it'll do just fine. Maora's prince can defeat any enemy with his Blessed Nailbat of Justice! Speaking of which, I almost forgot the second-most important part: I need a prince! He'll have to be brave and honorable, as well as charming, devastatingly handsome, smart, funny, and a good kisser. Those are all very important details for every prince to have! And I'm sorry to all zombie-kuns in the audience, but Mao-chan's prince will need a pulse. Better luck next time! ♥ Well? Any volunteers? Come on, don't be shy! Maora promises to be gentle~ Oh, won't someone come to this humble maiden's rescue? Someone? Anyone? ... fine, be that way. I'll just find a prince myself! Let's see, where might I find a prince who's not taken... eh? The lake? Hahaha, it's funny you think I'm that gullible. ♥ But it's not like I have any other leads, so I might as well head over for the first scene of the show anyway. I'll just have to stay on my toes~ Nailbat-san, protect me! Off we go!
... ah. It's as I thought. There's no one here but Maora. Well, fine! If no prince will step forward, then I'm left with no choice -- it's time to reveal the Elegant and Graceful Maora's ~secret identity~. Ahem: By day, she charms the world with her beauty and refinement, but when damsels are distressing, Mao-chan jumps in to save the day and steal their hearts! The Elegant and Graceful Maora has become the Great and Courageous Maora! That's right, ladies and gentlemen, it seems our heroine was the prince all along. GASP!! And she's here to kick some tentacled butt! Just watch, ladies and gentlemen, as she slays the pervert monster from the depths of the laAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA IT'S TOUCHING ME!! IYAAAA -- I-I mean. No one touches Maora like that without buying dinner first!
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Character: Nanba Minami
Series: HanaKimi (manga)
Age: 18
Canon: HanaKimi (aka Hanazakari no Kimitachi e) is a shoujo manga that follows Ashiya Mizuki as she travels halfway across the globe in order to attend the same school as the high-jump athlete she idolizes - a school that also happens to be an all boys school. Disguising herself as a boy, Mizuki enrolls in the school in order to get closer to her idol, Sano. Along the way, she finds herself getting involved more and more in the daily lives of Sano and the other boys in the dorm she lives in, Dorm 2, all while trying to keep her true gender a secret from everyone around her.
Nanba Minami is the head of Dorm 2. Given that he's described by some of his peers as being a guy who can "get any girl pregnant just by looking at her," saying that Nanba is a bit of a ladies man would be an understatement. More often than not, when he isn't flirting with a girl, Nanba comes off as being somewhat playful and nonchalant about things - in other words, your typical teenage boy. However, despite his demeanor at times, Nanba is actually one of the more sensible guys in the dorm. He really does care about every single guy (and girl!) in his dorm, even if his affection comes out in the form of abuse. Hey, given that his mother is Io and his uncle is Umeda Hokuto? It runs in the family.
Note: Io is referenced with permission from the player, and Nanba is being apped from later on in the series.
Sample Post:
Hey! ... Hey! C'mon, listen when your cabin leader is trying to talk to you! Look, I know some of you don't exactly have ears - and no, I really don't want to know what you did with them - but if you can hear your buddy over there, then you can listen to me for five seconds. Hey, listen already! The next person to run their mouth gets tossed into that lake right over there! ... that's more like it. I've got a blind date in just a few, so the rest of you need to get this place cleaned up and in order before I leave. And by "cleaned up," I mean with figurative elbow grease, not whatever you tried pulling the other night. Got it? Great!
... honestly, these guys are off the wall. And I never thought I'd get the chance to use that phrase literally, either. When my mother suggested I "build character" by coming to a summer camp, this wasn't exactly what I had in mind. When you think summer camp, you think canoes! Campfires! Cute girls in short shorts in those canoes! And serving you traditional camping delicacies like s'mores around those campfires! Zombies weren't exactly a part of this package deal. Sure, the guys in my cabin have some spirit, at least. But when I can't tell if that's really a marshmallow in between the two crackers or if it's something completely different? I'll pass, thanks.
- geez, can't I leave you guys alone for even a minute? You two, step to the side! ... look, Aggrahh, I'm sure Greeagh's head is tasty. Really, I am. Chewing on his head isn't conducive to cleaning up the cabin, though. In fact, it actually does the opposite. And as your cabin leader, I have to promote the welfare of the entire cabin! Which, unfortunately, doesn't include chewing on Greeagh's head. C'mon, let it go - and ... take your teeth with you.
Right, I think we're good! Or as good as we'll get with the crew we've got in here, anyway. Now, if you'll excuse me, I've got a girl to meet by the lake. Word has it that she's one of the more exotic beauties around here! Haha, not that you guys would really know much about that, would you? Well, that's fine; I'll just have to teach you at some point. Have you met her? Greeagh over there said her name was "Marcy" - and I hear she's a frisky girl, too! A woman after my own heart! ♥ ... what. Hey, what's with the rest of you? Look, just because you can dislodge your jaws doesn't mean you should! Jealousy, huh? Like I said, I'll teach all of you everything I know one day! After I tangle with this beauty, of course. ... Eh? She's right outside the window, near the lake? Perfect! Why, Miss Marcy, you're as radiant as I expe- ...
That's ...
Hey. Hey, Greeagh. I think we have different ideas when it comes to the term "blind date."
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Character Name: Kino
Series: Kino's Journey - The Beautiful World -
Age: 15
Canon: The world is not beautiful, therefore it is. This is the premise of the episodic series that follows an androgynous and enigmatic young woman named Kino and Hermes, her talking motorrad (motorcycle), as they travel around the many countries of their world. Together they spend only three days in each country, experiencing the culture and traditions before moving on. In a world where people put an end to war by annihilating lesser countries for sport and distort the words of a forlorn poet into a prophecy for the end of the world, sometimes fiction may just be stranger than truth.
As the guide to this curious world, Kino serves her role well. She is polite and well-spoken, thinking deeply on the nature of the lands she travels to as well as her own journey- Much to the chagrin of her partner. While Kino understands her position as a traveler which means she can only observe the world, instead of change it, she is not without her own moral conflicts as she figures herself out as well as the world. As a traveler, she must also be thrifty, trained to survive in harsh conditions, and ready to fight for her life which she does often with her persuaders (pistols). Despite the difficult of the journey, as long as she can travel, then Kino is satisfied. ...Well, a nice, warm bed and some good food is okay too.
Sample Entry:
Thank you. You've been very kind since I've arrived, but I really can't accept these gifts. I don't have any room to spare on my motorrad. The bear traps, and his and her towels are all very nice, but you should keep them for yourselves. Really, I couldn't even pick just one to take.
This country truly is an unusual one. The generosity of the leprous members despite their condition isn't the most surprising. Though the occasional lingering hand on the shoulder was unexpected the first few times... They have such a unique culture. On the first day here, I was given the opportunity to meet with Marcy. As something of a legend around this country, I thought she would be able to tell me about how this country became so famous as the happiest place in the world despite being ruled by a dictator that was said to be mad and with half of its people incurably sick. Marcy was pleasant, but she seemed distracted during the entire conversation. She kept mentioning something about "delicious show-ta" to herself without answering my questions.... Or acknowledging my refusals to learn about the traditions of camp more "intimately". I did warn her.
The next day I was able to witness some of the local traditions. I saw a number of people that claimed they were infected with viruses and would be in their bunks, but it was hard seeing what was wrong at all. They weren't losing their limbs nor were they unable to talk, like the lepers outside of the encampment. Though, a number of the tame wildlife were embarrassedly whispering about rules when they were unable to talk before... The children were the only ones not talking about strange afflictions. Then, except a small group of people, everyone complained of the food that day, refusing to touch it. While the soup wasn't as good as the dish from the previous night, you can't complain about the taste too much when it's free. However, I couldn't bring myself to partake of the numerous articles of clothing flowering on one of the trees. The science must be advanced to create something like that. It must be a great aid to the people here, but I think I can afford the small luxury of buying new clothes in the next country.
Today, the country is quiet. It's almost ominous. No one has mentioned anything about serious poles anymore as most of the people are concerned with voting. However, the dictator seems to be encouraging it. With so many up to vote, it doesn't seem like they're choosing someone for just one position. It's said it happens every month as well. I wonder what purpose it could all serve... Either way, it's time for me to leave. If it gets too late, I'll end up camping outside.
-If you could direct to me the nearest exit instead of a cliff, please. I need to leave, not drop.
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Character: Rise Kujikawa
Series: Persona 4
Age: 16
Canon: Don't touch that dial! Persona 4 is that popular RPG about eight screwed-up teens, a spree of mysterious murders, and the midnight television show that binds them all together. After gaining the power of Persona, said teens use their new abilities to hunt down the truth and bring peace back to the town of Inaba. Aaand now, introducing, in her newest starring role as the Inaba Investigation Team's reliable backup-slash-navigator: it's hot teen idol "Risette" Kujikawa! After ending up in Inaba while taking a break from the spotlight and then narrowly escaping a nasty end, Rise joins the party in a support capacity, locating victims, items, and monsters inside the TV World and cheering your party on during battle.
Rise's personality makes her well-suited to the cheerleading role. As a former idol, Rise has a natural, outgoing charm; she's not afraid to talk to people or speak her mind, and she's quite aware of her own charms and how to use them. While she cares a lot about her friends and helping the innocent, she's not above pouting or being a bit manipulative to get her way. Rise firmly earns her status as the protagonist's "Lovers" social link with her flirtatiousness and tendency to focus on romance; her female friends call her "dangerous" and "a terrifying girl" because she doesn't bother to hide exactly what it is she wants. After a long series of identity crises (which were hardly abated by her status as a celebrity), Rise has grown into a confident, playful, sociable young woman with a kind heart and a bit of a nosy/bossy streak when she's got an idea in her head.
Rise is being apped from after the True Ending and the completion of her s.link, [spoilers]having decided to return to work as an idol.[/spoilers]
Sample Post:
Looking for something new this summer? Sick of sparkling, crystal-clear waters? Tired of bikini-clad babes and warm sand? If you're on the prowl for an edgy, unsanitary experience your parents totally wouldn't approve of, set sail for the polluted waters of Camp Fu-
Wait, cut. Can we cut for a second? I think I need to go freshen up. Zombette, will you come with me? I guess freshening up would be kind of out of character for the undead, but you can de-freshen! You know, I'm kind of jealous of your ability to get into a role, especially a role like that. On the other hand, I don't even want to think about what that much stage makeup would do to my skin, and there's not much point in hiring an idol anyway if the fans can't tell who she is under all the-sores. So I think I'll leave the shambling and grunting to you. You're a natural!
But I actually wanted to talk to you away from the cameras for a minute. You probably don't know either, but ... where is the director? Isn't it weird that she's not even watching us? I've known a lot of eccentric directors, but usually it's more like the "Look at me! I'm wearing a tacky yellow suit to get attention!" kind of eccentric, not the "My location must not be disclosed, grr!" kind. And I really need to talk to her before we do another take. It's completely cliché, but when I'm reading through my lines, all I can think of is "What's my motivation?" By which I really mean, what could possibly motivate anyone to actually spend their summer here? "Tired of bikini-clad babes?" Yeah right! Like guys ever get tired of that! If they did, you all wouldn't have hired me to promote this camp, right? It doesn't make any sense!
I'm not a writer or anything, but this commercial is supposed to be targeting teens, right? Looking around this place, I can hardly even tell who you're all marketing to! The only clues are the condom tree and that weird "You must be this tall to ride the Marcy" sign by the lake, and by the way, I still can't even find that ride. Is it under construction? Urgh, whatever. The point is, if they want teenagers to come here, they're doing it wrong. Don't they realize what people are looking for when they go to the beach or summer festivals? It's all about the summer~ of~ looooove~! I get that this place has that whole "haunted house" vibe, which is cool, but girls only go to those things so they have an excuse to jump into guys' arms when something pops out. That's the kind of thing you guys need to be promoting!
So here's what I'm thinking. We get some extras who aren't dressed up like zombies, guys and girls, and we pair them off and film them walking through the spooooooky ... hey, Zombette! Earth to Zombette! Are you listening? C'mon, doesn't it sound exciting? The zombie jumps out from behind the cabin! Waaargh! Your heart pounds as you press up against the mysterious, handsome transfer student and cling to his arm like so-
Ohhhhh man, that's not really ... I don't think makeup can go that far. I-is it really on the ground? H-heeey, um, I'm really sorry about that, but I'm just going to go find my bodyguard now, and then maybe we can go find you a needle and thread, a-and crap, why can't I locate people in the real world? Oh well, there's always the old-fashioned way-
SECURITYYYYYYYYYYYYY!
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Remember!
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Now VOTE. Aaaand we're good here. Closed!
Character: Tamaki Suoh
Series: Ouran High School Host Club
Character age: 17
Canon: Once upon a time a poor girl named Haruhi Fujioka went to an obscenely rich school where there was a whole club of billionaire pretty boys devoted to flirting with girls. The prettiest and flirtiest boy of all was named Tamaki Suoh, the president and “king” of the titular Ouran High School Host Club.
In and out of the club, Tamaki is eternally charming, and sweet-talks almost every woman he meets with over-the-top (but completely sincere!) flattery. However, this rich romantic is often completely out of touch with reality. Tamaki has been known to completely tone out people around him while soliloquizing about his sinful beauty, and although playful rejection or teasing from his clubmates frequently sends him to emo in closets, he’s often oblivious to people’s negative intentions towards him and faces even the most hateful people with a smile. Additionally, Tamaki’s ultra-luxe upbringing has given him an intense curiosity about and interest in the ways of the “commoners” who live outside his super-rich posse. Still, at the end of the episode day, Tamaki is usually able to use his boundless energy, good-nature, dedication to the well-being of others, innocence, and heroism to bring happiness to the girls around him.
Sample Post:
Amazing. Amazing! Amazing! Long have I heard tales of the ingenuity of the common folk, whose poverty is matched only by their astounding resourcefulness, but never have I seen such a breathtaking display of frugal brilliance! For the common folk of Japan, who scrimp and save to take even one vacation, this camp is the ultimate in thrifty get-aways. Nowhere else in the world could the penniless masses experience toucans from South America, living trees from a horror movie, and squirrels from someone’s ‘How To Draw Boy’s Love’ book in one place! But most importantly, for the destitute, overworked people whose suffering produced the phrase ‘I’ll sleep when I’m dead,’ this establishment’s director has produced the ultimate in time- and money-saving holidays - a summer camp the common people can attend when they’re dead!
Bravo, Mademoiselle Sayre! Bravo!
But fear not, my lovely guide: even this camp’s commoner delights cannot keep my attention away from you for long, Miss Grey! Fair zombie maiden, were you, perhaps, related to the famous Englishman Earl Grey? The resemblance is striking. Ah! I feel that I was stolen from my bed in the dead of night by strangely-touchy gorillas just so your lovely, monochromatic visage would be the first thing I saw upon awakening. . . that I was vigorously embraced by a swarm of tentacles just so you could see your reflection sparkling in the tears that sprang to my eyes. . . that I was strapped to a chair just so you could untie me with fingers as soft and prone to falling off as the delicate blossoms of the panty tree . . .! But oh, my undead princess, I would happily do all of this and more to make my beauty a part of the afterlife experience at Camp Fuck You Die. Indeed, this enthralling body that God created should be on display for all to see - perched upon the heights of the tallest volcano like a masterpiece in a museum, dangling from the highest flagpole like experimental sculpture in a modern art gallery, in plain view for all to enjoy this peerless work of art!
Aha, Miss Grey, if you’d rather I stayed by your side, there’s no need to cling quite so tightly. Just say the word, and this divine masterpiece is yours for the day. If you can bear to part with me for even a moment, I’d be delighted to find a local delicacy suited to your ladylike palette, something we can share on a romantic stroll beside the lake. . . are you fond of Tuesday soup? Chestnuts roasting on a duckling fire? Credit crunch? Though recent events may give it a slightly harsh flavor, my princess, you can chase away its bitterness with a taste of me.
- on second thought, Miss Grey, perhaps you could remove your fingers from my hair - aha, and your teeth from my skull, and - what do you mean, you only loved me for my brains?
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Name: Ichinomiya "Maora" Yoshitaka
Series: Shinshi Doumei Cross
Age: 16
Canon: It's your all-encompassing love story: young girl attends fancy academy with lingering crush over a boy from her childhood, falls in love with prestigious student council president (who also happens to be said boy from childhood), finds out he has an evil twin, falls in love with both of them, wacky hijinks ensue. Otomiya Haine's life is never quite close enough to be normal, but that's how things roll in Shinshi Doumei Cross. Fortunately, she has a group of close friends at her side in the student council to make life a little brighter, a little easier, and a lot weirder.
On the weirder side of things is one Ichinomiya Maora, the optimistic and playful "brain" of the student council. Maora has many eccentricities, some of which include: keeping a tiny angry lamb on her person at all times, remembering information about people that would make a stalker proud, dressing up as the school's mailman to dispense occasionally dubious advice, and crossdressing whenever she feels like it. Born male but believing herself to be both male and female, Maora dresses and acts like a girl most of the time, but can and will change to a boy at the drop of a hat. She can be impulsive and determined, and often goes to drastic measures to achieve results, but regardless of whatever role she takes, Maora remains a cheerful, curious, and energetic person with a penchant for theatrics and mischief.
Note: 'Koutei' means Emperor in Japanese. It's the name given to the president of the student council; in this case, it refers to Togu Takanari.
Sample Post:
MAORA HAS ARRIVED ON THE SCENE~! ♥
So~ this is where Koutei and Haine went on their honeymoon, huh? Nice and secluded -- perfect for lovers (and for crashing said lovers' tryst, ufu~!). I thought they'd go for much more than this provincial life, but I'm sure that's part of the charm, too. Secret swampy love nests can be all sorts of fun, as long as you're creative. ♥ Not to mention the view from the lake is gorgeous, if a bit dangerous. Ah, but that's part of the thrill too, right? I can see it now -- "Oh my, what a beautiful lake, it's so AAAAAH HELP HELP there's an evil demon trying to rob me of my purity!! Iyaa, it's touching me, it's touching me! Please, someone save me from this monster!" "Fear not, young maiden! Your prince will protect you!" "Oh my prince, you've saved me from losing my innocence to a fearsome beast!" "Hahaha, well I can't just leave a beautiful maiden in danger, can I?" Ahh, so romantic! It just wouldn't be right to let a fantasy like that go to waste. Very well! It's time to set the stage for Maora's Rustic Retreat of Romance and Revelry! Starring: The Elegant and Graceful Maora as the princess!
Let's see, how to begin... first we'll need the right kind of set-up for this tale. This princess will have a long, glittering, gorgeous dress, naturally. And ladies in waiting, too! Many, many beautiful ladies in waiting. ♥ Where she walks, beauty follows! Now, I'll also need a sword for Prince-kun. Can't fight a monster without a sword, right? Right. Since we're improvising, I'll use this nailbat I found lodged in that zombie's head as a substitute. It's a little greasy, but it'll do just fine. Maora's prince can defeat any enemy with his Blessed Nailbat of Justice! Speaking of which, I almost forgot the second-most important part: I need a prince! He'll have to be brave and honorable, as well as charming, devastatingly handsome, smart, funny, and a good kisser. Those are all very important details for every prince to have! And I'm sorry to all zombie-kuns in the audience, but Mao-chan's prince will need a pulse. Better luck next time! ♥ Well? Any volunteers? Come on, don't be shy! Maora promises to be gentle~ Oh, won't someone come to this humble maiden's rescue? Someone? Anyone? ... fine, be that way. I'll just find a prince myself! Let's see, where might I find a prince who's not taken... eh? The lake? Hahaha, it's funny you think I'm that gullible. ♥ But it's not like I have any other leads, so I might as well head over for the first scene of the show anyway. I'll just have to stay on my toes~ Nailbat-san, protect me! Off we go!
... ah. It's as I thought. There's no one here but Maora. Well, fine! If no prince will step forward, then I'm left with no choice -- it's time to reveal the Elegant and Graceful Maora's ~secret identity~. Ahem: By day, she charms the world with her beauty and refinement, but when damsels are distressing, Mao-chan jumps in to save the day and steal their hearts! The Elegant and Graceful Maora has become the Great and Courageous Maora! That's right, ladies and gentlemen, it seems our heroine was the prince all along. GASP!! And she's here to kick some tentacled butt! Just watch, ladies and gentlemen, as she slays the pervert monster from the depths of the laAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA IT'S TOUCHING ME!! IYAAAA -- I-I mean. No one touches Maora like that without buying dinner first!
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Character: Nanba Minami
Series: HanaKimi (manga)
Age: 18
Canon: HanaKimi (aka Hanazakari no Kimitachi e) is a shoujo manga that follows Ashiya Mizuki as she travels halfway across the globe in order to attend the same school as the high-jump athlete she idolizes - a school that also happens to be an all boys school. Disguising herself as a boy, Mizuki enrolls in the school in order to get closer to her idol, Sano. Along the way, she finds herself getting involved more and more in the daily lives of Sano and the other boys in the dorm she lives in, Dorm 2, all while trying to keep her true gender a secret from everyone around her.
Nanba Minami is the head of Dorm 2. Given that he's described by some of his peers as being a guy who can "get any girl pregnant just by looking at her," saying that Nanba is a bit of a ladies man would be an understatement. More often than not, when he isn't flirting with a girl, Nanba comes off as being somewhat playful and nonchalant about things - in other words, your typical teenage boy. However, despite his demeanor at times, Nanba is actually one of the more sensible guys in the dorm. He really does care about every single guy (and girl!) in his dorm, even if his affection comes out in the form of abuse. Hey, given that his mother is Io and his uncle is Umeda Hokuto? It runs in the family.
Note: Io is referenced with permission from the player, and Nanba is being apped from later on in the series.
Sample Post:
Hey! ... Hey! C'mon, listen when your cabin leader is trying to talk to you! Look, I know some of you don't exactly have ears - and no, I really don't want to know what you did with them - but if you can hear your buddy over there, then you can listen to me for five seconds. Hey, listen already! The next person to run their mouth gets tossed into that lake right over there! ... that's more like it. I've got a blind date in just a few, so the rest of you need to get this place cleaned up and in order before I leave. And by "cleaned up," I mean with figurative elbow grease, not whatever you tried pulling the other night. Got it? Great!
... honestly, these guys are off the wall. And I never thought I'd get the chance to use that phrase literally, either. When my mother suggested I "build character" by coming to a summer camp, this wasn't exactly what I had in mind. When you think summer camp, you think canoes! Campfires! Cute girls in short shorts in those canoes! And serving you traditional camping delicacies like s'mores around those campfires! Zombies weren't exactly a part of this package deal. Sure, the guys in my cabin have some spirit, at least. But when I can't tell if that's really a marshmallow in between the two crackers or if it's something completely different? I'll pass, thanks.
- geez, can't I leave you guys alone for even a minute? You two, step to the side! ... look, Aggrahh, I'm sure Greeagh's head is tasty. Really, I am. Chewing on his head isn't conducive to cleaning up the cabin, though. In fact, it actually does the opposite. And as your cabin leader, I have to promote the welfare of the entire cabin! Which, unfortunately, doesn't include chewing on Greeagh's head. C'mon, let it go - and ... take your teeth with you.
Right, I think we're good! Or as good as we'll get with the crew we've got in here, anyway. Now, if you'll excuse me, I've got a girl to meet by the lake. Word has it that she's one of the more exotic beauties around here! Haha, not that you guys would really know much about that, would you? Well, that's fine; I'll just have to teach you at some point. Have you met her? Greeagh over there said her name was "Marcy" - and I hear she's a frisky girl, too! A woman after my own heart! ♥ ... what. Hey, what's with the rest of you? Look, just because you can dislodge your jaws doesn't mean you should! Jealousy, huh? Like I said, I'll teach all of you everything I know one day! After I tangle with this beauty, of course. ... Eh? She's right outside the window, near the lake? Perfect! Why, Miss Marcy, you're as radiant as I expe- ...
That's ...
Hey. Hey, Greeagh. I think we have different ideas when it comes to the term "blind date."
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Character Name: Kino
Series: Kino's Journey - The Beautiful World -
Age: 15
Canon: The world is not beautiful, therefore it is. This is the premise of the episodic series that follows an androgynous and enigmatic young woman named Kino and Hermes, her talking motorrad (motorcycle), as they travel around the many countries of their world. Together they spend only three days in each country, experiencing the culture and traditions before moving on. In a world where people put an end to war by annihilating lesser countries for sport and distort the words of a forlorn poet into a prophecy for the end of the world, sometimes fiction may just be stranger than truth.
As the guide to this curious world, Kino serves her role well. She is polite and well-spoken, thinking deeply on the nature of the lands she travels to as well as her own journey- Much to the chagrin of her partner. While Kino understands her position as a traveler which means she can only observe the world, instead of change it, she is not without her own moral conflicts as she figures herself out as well as the world. As a traveler, she must also be thrifty, trained to survive in harsh conditions, and ready to fight for her life which she does often with her persuaders (pistols). Despite the difficult of the journey, as long as she can travel, then Kino is satisfied. ...Well, a nice, warm bed and some good food is okay too.
Sample Entry:
Thank you. You've been very kind since I've arrived, but I really can't accept these gifts. I don't have any room to spare on my motorrad. The bear traps, and his and her towels are all very nice, but you should keep them for yourselves. Really, I couldn't even pick just one to take.
This country truly is an unusual one. The generosity of the leprous members despite their condition isn't the most surprising. Though the occasional lingering hand on the shoulder was unexpected the first few times... They have such a unique culture. On the first day here, I was given the opportunity to meet with Marcy. As something of a legend around this country, I thought she would be able to tell me about how this country became so famous as the happiest place in the world despite being ruled by a dictator that was said to be mad and with half of its people incurably sick. Marcy was pleasant, but she seemed distracted during the entire conversation. She kept mentioning something about "delicious show-ta" to herself without answering my questions.... Or acknowledging my refusals to learn about the traditions of camp more "intimately". I did warn her.
The next day I was able to witness some of the local traditions. I saw a number of people that claimed they were infected with viruses and would be in their bunks, but it was hard seeing what was wrong at all. They weren't losing their limbs nor were they unable to talk, like the lepers outside of the encampment. Though, a number of the tame wildlife were embarrassedly whispering about rules when they were unable to talk before... The children were the only ones not talking about strange afflictions. Then, except a small group of people, everyone complained of the food that day, refusing to touch it. While the soup wasn't as good as the dish from the previous night, you can't complain about the taste too much when it's free. However, I couldn't bring myself to partake of the numerous articles of clothing flowering on one of the trees. The science must be advanced to create something like that. It must be a great aid to the people here, but I think I can afford the small luxury of buying new clothes in the next country.
Today, the country is quiet. It's almost ominous. No one has mentioned anything about serious poles anymore as most of the people are concerned with voting. However, the dictator seems to be encouraging it. With so many up to vote, it doesn't seem like they're choosing someone for just one position. It's said it happens every month as well. I wonder what purpose it could all serve... Either way, it's time for me to leave. If it gets too late, I'll end up camping outside.
-If you could direct to me the nearest exit instead of a cliff, please. I need to leave, not drop.
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Character: Rise Kujikawa
Series: Persona 4
Age: 16
Canon: Don't touch that dial! Persona 4 is that popular RPG about eight screwed-up teens, a spree of mysterious murders, and the midnight television show that binds them all together. After gaining the power of Persona, said teens use their new abilities to hunt down the truth and bring peace back to the town of Inaba. Aaand now, introducing, in her newest starring role as the Inaba Investigation Team's reliable backup-slash-navigator: it's hot teen idol "Risette" Kujikawa! After ending up in Inaba while taking a break from the spotlight and then narrowly escaping a nasty end, Rise joins the party in a support capacity, locating victims, items, and monsters inside the TV World and cheering your party on during battle.
Rise's personality makes her well-suited to the cheerleading role. As a former idol, Rise has a natural, outgoing charm; she's not afraid to talk to people or speak her mind, and she's quite aware of her own charms and how to use them. While she cares a lot about her friends and helping the innocent, she's not above pouting or being a bit manipulative to get her way. Rise firmly earns her status as the protagonist's "Lovers" social link with her flirtatiousness and tendency to focus on romance; her female friends call her "dangerous" and "a terrifying girl" because she doesn't bother to hide exactly what it is she wants. After a long series of identity crises (which were hardly abated by her status as a celebrity), Rise has grown into a confident, playful, sociable young woman with a kind heart and a bit of a nosy/bossy streak when she's got an idea in her head.
Rise is being apped from after the True Ending and the completion of her s.link, [spoilers]having decided to return to work as an idol.[/spoilers]
Sample Post:
Looking for something new this summer? Sick of sparkling, crystal-clear waters? Tired of bikini-clad babes and warm sand? If you're on the prowl for an edgy, unsanitary experience your parents totally wouldn't approve of, set sail for the polluted waters of Camp Fu-
Wait, cut. Can we cut for a second? I think I need to go freshen up. Zombette, will you come with me? I guess freshening up would be kind of out of character for the undead, but you can de-freshen! You know, I'm kind of jealous of your ability to get into a role, especially a role like that. On the other hand, I don't even want to think about what that much stage makeup would do to my skin, and there's not much point in hiring an idol anyway if the fans can't tell who she is under all the-sores. So I think I'll leave the shambling and grunting to you. You're a natural!
But I actually wanted to talk to you away from the cameras for a minute. You probably don't know either, but ... where is the director? Isn't it weird that she's not even watching us? I've known a lot of eccentric directors, but usually it's more like the "Look at me! I'm wearing a tacky yellow suit to get attention!" kind of eccentric, not the "My location must not be disclosed, grr!" kind. And I really need to talk to her before we do another take. It's completely cliché, but when I'm reading through my lines, all I can think of is "What's my motivation?" By which I really mean, what could possibly motivate anyone to actually spend their summer here? "Tired of bikini-clad babes?" Yeah right! Like guys ever get tired of that! If they did, you all wouldn't have hired me to promote this camp, right? It doesn't make any sense!
I'm not a writer or anything, but this commercial is supposed to be targeting teens, right? Looking around this place, I can hardly even tell who you're all marketing to! The only clues are the condom tree and that weird "You must be this tall to ride the Marcy" sign by the lake, and by the way, I still can't even find that ride. Is it under construction? Urgh, whatever. The point is, if they want teenagers to come here, they're doing it wrong. Don't they realize what people are looking for when they go to the beach or summer festivals? It's all about the summer~ of~ looooove~! I get that this place has that whole "haunted house" vibe, which is cool, but girls only go to those things so they have an excuse to jump into guys' arms when something pops out. That's the kind of thing you guys need to be promoting!
So here's what I'm thinking. We get some extras who aren't dressed up like zombies, guys and girls, and we pair them off and film them walking through the spooooooky ... hey, Zombette! Earth to Zombette! Are you listening? C'mon, doesn't it sound exciting? The zombie jumps out from behind the cabin! Waaargh! Your heart pounds as you press up against the mysterious, handsome transfer student and cling to his arm like so-
Ohhhhh man, that's not really ... I don't think makeup can go that far. I-is it really on the ground? H-heeey, um, I'm really sorry about that, but I'm just going to go find my bodyguard now, and then maybe we can go find you a needle and thread, a-and crap, why can't I locate people in the real world? Oh well, there's always the old-fashioned way-
SECURITYYYYYYYYYYYYY!
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