Sanjay's ElaborateBackstory™
Inspired by some fellow RPers to write this out... survey stolen from Lexie
BIRTHPLACE/HOME: Seattle, Washington, USA
PARENTS: Ankur Singh, Ria Singh
SIBLINGS: younger sister, Simran Kapoor (married)
HISTORY:
Sanjay is the son of Indian immigrants to the United States. Both of his parents originate from the Indian state, Punjab, but met in New Dehli, India. While in New Dehli working as engineers (Mother in electrical, Father in mechanical) at a respectable company, they were offered transfer positions to the United States. A year after arriving, Sanjay was born February 25, 2231. Although his parents consider themselves liberal, they ran a strict household: education being the most important factor in their son's upbringing. Sanjay was able to read by the age of 2 and work out basic algebra by 5. Growing up, the only things that Sanjay understood about life was to always go to the temple and pray in the morning, learn as much as possible during school, and study harder when the bells ended. His parents had everything figured out for him: he'd go to a respectable university (hopefully MIT), become an engineer (preferably not civil), and marry a moral and honorable girl.
Due to the strict expectations from his parents, Sanjay found himself uncomfortably awkward in any social situations growing up, quickly realizing he didn't fit in with his peers. He knew more than they did (although never pointed it out), and wasn't a typical boy in the sense of rough housing and interested in sports. That being said, he did have a close circle of about 4 friends growing up, quality taking importance over quantity, who shared a similar background to his. Starting in high school, he developed a rebellious nature after tiring of such forced rules and would run off with friends during weekend study sessions. When college letters started coming in, he once again proved rebellious in that he turned down the acceptance to MIT to go to Purdue University. Once there and away from friends, he reverted back to all things familiar: studying. By sophomore year of school, Sanjay was involved in a research position over fluid mechanics and thermodynamics. During junior year, he accepted a TA position on top of his research and during that summer going into senior year, did an internship through his father's old company in New Dehli marking it the second time he had ever been in India.
During his final two years at Purdue, he realized he had become too reclusive, and forced himself to make some friends outside the classroom. Once again he was in a close knit group of people, loosened up, and managed to have fun. He even developed feelings for a fellow research partner and managed to start dating her, only after a month into the relationship found out she was using Sanjay to get back at her ex-boyfriend (sadly it worked) and broke his heart. When graduation came, frustrated at the failure of his relationship and how it seemed like his parents stifled him from making his own decisions, he performed the most rebellious act of his life and joined Starfleet.
Quickly going through the academy, he graduated with honors and was to enter the Fleet as a Lieutenant. Anxiety overwhelmed him of the thought of being responsible of so many people and deemed himself incompetent for such a thing. He had a breakdown and convinced the overseeing board he was completely content with rank of Ensign and refused any other offer of a higher position. The rest, as they say, is history.
Body and Appearance
1. Describe the character's height and build. Is he heavyset, thin, short, rangy?
Sanjay stands at 5'10 with an athletic build.
2. How old is he?
28
3. Describe his posture. Does he carry himself well or does he slouch?
He probably has a slight slouch, but does carry himself well.
4. How is his health? Is he fit or out of shape? Any illnesses or conditions? Any physical disabilities?
He is apparently allergic to Tribbles, but otherwise not often sick. He is fit, making sure to always meet Starfleet regulations. No chronic illnesses or disabilities, but he does suffer from anxiety.
5. How does he move? Is he clumsy, graceful, tense, fluid?
He's probably more tense than anything. Given his line of work, he's always expecting something to go wrong.
6. How attractive is this character physically? How does he perceive himself in the mirror?
He does make sure to have good personal hygiene - shower and shave daily. Considers himself to have average looks.
7. Describe his complexion. Dark, light, clear, scarred?
Ethnically brown-toned.
8. Describe his hair: color, texture, style.
Dark brown, short, typically spiked up unless lazy
9. What color are his eyes?
dark brown
10. Does the character have any other noteworthy features?
His teeth are a little crooked, but really nothing noteworthy.
11. What are his chief tension centers?
back, shoulders
12. What is the character's wardrobe like? Casual, dressy, utilitarian? Bright colors, pastels, neutrals? Is it varied, or does he have six of the same suit?
When not in uniform, he's typically in nice shirts and jeans, occasionally he'll wear Kurta-Pajamas, and for formal events he'll wear either his dress uniform or Kurta.
13. Do his clothes fit well? Does he seem comfortable in them?
He prefers comfort to style, but does try to dress nice.
14. Does he dress the same on the job as he does in his free time? If not, what are the differences?
Uniform during work, casual during off hours
15. You knew it was coming: Boxers, briefs or commando?
Boxers
Speech
1. What does this character's voice sound like? High-pitched, deep, hoarse?
Find out here! Not terribly deep, but not high-pitched
2. How does he normally speak? Loud, soft, fast, evenly? Does he talk easily, or does he hesitate?
Evenly with hesitations. Only with people he's completely comfortable around, does he not stutter.
3. Does the character have a distinct accent or dialect? Any individual quirks of pronunciation? Any, like, you know, verbal tics?
He stutters alittle when he's nervous or anxious. He sometimes slips into an Indian accent when imitating his parents.
4. What language/s does he speak, and with how much fluency?
English and Hindi fluently, and very poor Punjabi
5. Does he switch languages or dialects in certain situations?
He mostly speaks English, but with family and select friends, Hindi. Sometimes when he's very drunk, he'll mix the languages.
6. Is he a good impromptu speaker, or does he have to think about his words?
Not at all. He's a very nervous speaker most of the time in fears of saying something insulting/politically incorrect
7. Is he eloquent or inarticulate? Under what circumstances might this change?
He's articulate, and loses his stutters and pauses of sentences when he's comfortable with his company
Mental and Emotional
1. How intelligent is this character? Is he book-smart or street-smart?
He's more book smart than street smart. He's pretty intelligent and well-read mostly in maths and engineering-related, however knows almost nothing about pop culture.
2. Does he think on his feet, or does he need time to deliberate?
He prefers to be deliberate, but given the hectic nature of the engineering hull, he's quick on his feet when needed.
3. Describe the character's thought process. Is he more logical, or more intuitive? Idealistic or practical?
He's practical and logical. When working in the hull, he becomes more intuitive given his experience.
4. What kind of education has the character had?
Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical Engineering, a minor in mathematics.
5. What are his areas of expertise? What, if anything, is he interested in learning more about?
He has an extensive knowledge in thermodynamics, since he spent a good deal researching/studying the subject, thus is why he's frequently works with the piping network of the engine. He's interested in learning more about the warp core
6. Is he an introvert or an extrovert?
Introvert.
7. Describe the character's temperament. Is he even-tempered or does he have mood swings? Cheerful or melancholy? Laid-back or driven?
He's even-tempered, almost apathetic sometimes. He's driven to try and be less of a loner and be more social, also always driven to learn and do more in engineering.
8. How does he respond to new people or situations? Is he suspicious, relaxed, timid, enthusiastic?
Always nervous and timid but always polite and friendly towards others. Again, he's trying to make more friends.
9. Is he more likely to act, or to react?
React, because he needs something to work from.
10. Which is his default: fight or flight?
Flight, but if others are in danger, he'll fight
11. Describe the character's sense of humor. Does he appreciate jokes? Puns? Gallows humor? Bathroom humor? Pranks?
Sanjay's own sense of humor is kind of dry mixed with some puns. Most people probably think he's a stick in the mud, but he does joke around.
12. Does the character have any diagnosable mental disorders? If yes, how does he deal with them?
He has a mild case of social anxiety, but doesn't and has never taken anything for it.
[TBG verse]After the disaster, he suffered from Acute Stress Disorder. Every so often, he'll still be affected by it (poor sleeping, and becomes anxious around certain areas of the engine room).
13. What moments in this character's life have defined him as a person?
Probably all his rebellions and trying to make a name for himself as a result, because each time he rebelled, he was self driven to be assertive and do something for himself.
14. What does he fear?
Failure, being alone at the end of his life.
15. What are his hopes or aspirations?
He's starting to have a better control of his anxiety and hopes to maybe one day be a Chief Engineer as good as his hero, Mr. Scott.
16. What is something he doesn't want anyone to find out about him?
That he really is just as boring as people think.
Relationships
1. Describe this character's relationship with his parents.
They were angry at him for not going to MIT, but ended up forgiving him about it. But when he ran off to join Starfleet, they threatened to disown him, mostly due to fears he'd be killed and not understanding what Starfleet really was. Although they became more understanding after the Naranda incident, he still doesn't keep in touch with them that much.
2. Does the character have any siblings? What is/was their relationship like?
He has a sister who is 4 years younger than him. She's seen in better light than he is, since she too became an engineer, went to Harvard, and is married to the 'ideal' Indian man.
3. Are there other blood relatives to whom he is close? Are there ones he can't stand?
He has some cousins in India, but doesn't know them that well since he's only interacted with them about 2 times. Despite being rebellious, he does love his family.
4. Are there other, unrelated people whom he considers part of his family? What are his relationships with them?
He still keeps in touch with some of his friends from high school and college. Although he doesn't talk about him often, he often video chats with Rohit, his best friend through high school and college.
5. Who is/was the character's best friend? How did they meet?
[TBG verse]Currently he considers Charlene Masters to be his best friend/girlfriend. They met in engineering working together and began their friendship exploring the holodeck together.
6. Does he have other close friends?
He's finally opening up more and is building friendships, no one terribly close yet, though.
7. Does he make friends easily, or does he have trouble getting along with people?
He gets along with others fine, but is always worried they don't like him or find him horribly boring.
8. Which does he consider more important: family or friends?
Both, but if he HAD to chose one, probably friends, since he has so few.
9. Is the character single, married, divorced, widowed? Has he been married more than once?
No marriages
10. Is he currently in a romantic relationship with someone other than a spouse?
[TBG verse] he is in a relationship with Charlene Masters
11. Who was his first crush? Who is his latest?
He's had a few crushes, but has only ever acted upon them twice, both of those lead to relationships.
12. What does he look for in a romantic partner?
Someone who found him interesting, is easy going, open-minded, and push him to better himself
13. Does the character have children? Grandchildren? If yes, how does he relate to them? If no, does he want any?
No children currently, is interested in having children in the future
14. Does he have any rivals or enemies?
himself
15. What is the character's sexual orientation? Where does he fall on the Kinsey scale?
Straight male
16. How does he feel about sex? How important is it to him?
He's never been intimate with anyone. Anxiety, traditional ideals, and busy work schedule have kept him away from the pressures of relationships and sex. He does have the idea of it being something special with someone that means a great deal to him.
17. What are his turn-ons? Turn-offs? Weird bedroom habits?
No weird bedroom habits. Women who are confident/bold are a turn on.
Beliefs
1. Do you know your character's astrological (zodiac of choice) sign? How well does he fit type?
He's a Pisces, and actually he does fit the type quite well. That was… purely coincidental.
2. Is this character religious, spiritual, both, or neither? How important are these elements in her life?
He is religious, but doesn't take it too seriously. He does try to pray each morning, more out of habit than anything.
3. Does this character have a personal code of morals or ethics? If so, how did that begin? What would it take to compromise it?
He does, growing in a strict family, he has adopted his parents beliefs on most topics. However, he considers himself far more open-minded than they ever will be. Starfleet with it's huge crew of various races have drastically opened him to new things. When it comes to women, he does try to be respectful and be a gentleman.
4. How does he regard beliefs that differ from his? Is he tolerant, intolerant, curious, indifferent?
Religious-wise, nearly everyone differs from him and he's fine with that. He's a mix of tolerant, indifferent, and curious at everyone's different viewpoints.
5. What prejudices does he hold? Are they irrational or does he have a good reason for them?
He finds a lot of the ensigns still too new and fresh for some of their required duties in engineering, but he doesn't mind mentoring them and explaining things better if he can.
Daily Life
1. What is the character's financial situation? Is he rich, poor, comfortable, in debt?
Comfortable. He doesn't spend his money on much beyond importing food to cook.
2. What is his social status? Has this changed over time, and if so, how has the change affected him?
Upper middle-class family. It's changed in the sense he has been supporting himself entirely since graduating college.
3. Where does he live? House, apartment, trailer? Is his home his castle or just a place to crash? What condition is it in? Does he share it with others?
Somehow, Sanjay has a private room, perhaps from lingering confusion over his rank initially. He never brought himself to complain about it… Since he spends most of his time down in engineering, it's more of a place to crash than a home although he does have his lazy days.
4. Besides the basic necessities, what does he spend his money on?
Food shipped from Earth. Access to various technical manuals.
5. What does he do for a living? Is he good at it? Does he enjoy it, or would he rather be doing something else?
He's a mechanical engineer to the Enterprise. Typically he monitors the piping network and sometimes works in the transport room. He's content, since something always changes or comes up each day.
6. What are his interests or hobbies? How does he spend his free time?
Free time is typically him cooking, reading technical manuals and new research, sleeping, and recently, trying to spend time with Charlene.
7. What are his eating habits? Does he skip meals, eat out, drink alcohol, avoid certain foods?
He does eat meat, but stays away from beef and pork products. He does try to participate in fasting on certain religious holidays (although it's a bit harder in space). He only drinks socially.
Associations
Which of the following do you associate with the character, or which is his favorite:
1. Color? green
2. Smell? cinnamon
3. Time of day? Night
4. Season? Fall
5. Book? American Journal of Mechanical Engineering
6. Music? old Hindi/Bollywood songs, bhangra
7. Place? anywhere quiet
8. Substance? LSD….jk! freshly laundered bedsheets
9. Plant? lotus
10. Animal? tiger
BIRTHPLACE/HOME: Seattle, Washington, USA
PARENTS: Ankur Singh, Ria Singh
SIBLINGS: younger sister, Simran Kapoor (married)
HISTORY:
Sanjay is the son of Indian immigrants to the United States. Both of his parents originate from the Indian state, Punjab, but met in New Dehli, India. While in New Dehli working as engineers (Mother in electrical, Father in mechanical) at a respectable company, they were offered transfer positions to the United States. A year after arriving, Sanjay was born February 25, 2231. Although his parents consider themselves liberal, they ran a strict household: education being the most important factor in their son's upbringing. Sanjay was able to read by the age of 2 and work out basic algebra by 5. Growing up, the only things that Sanjay understood about life was to always go to the temple and pray in the morning, learn as much as possible during school, and study harder when the bells ended. His parents had everything figured out for him: he'd go to a respectable university (hopefully MIT), become an engineer (preferably not civil), and marry a moral and honorable girl.
Due to the strict expectations from his parents, Sanjay found himself uncomfortably awkward in any social situations growing up, quickly realizing he didn't fit in with his peers. He knew more than they did (although never pointed it out), and wasn't a typical boy in the sense of rough housing and interested in sports. That being said, he did have a close circle of about 4 friends growing up, quality taking importance over quantity, who shared a similar background to his. Starting in high school, he developed a rebellious nature after tiring of such forced rules and would run off with friends during weekend study sessions. When college letters started coming in, he once again proved rebellious in that he turned down the acceptance to MIT to go to Purdue University. Once there and away from friends, he reverted back to all things familiar: studying. By sophomore year of school, Sanjay was involved in a research position over fluid mechanics and thermodynamics. During junior year, he accepted a TA position on top of his research and during that summer going into senior year, did an internship through his father's old company in New Dehli marking it the second time he had ever been in India.
During his final two years at Purdue, he realized he had become too reclusive, and forced himself to make some friends outside the classroom. Once again he was in a close knit group of people, loosened up, and managed to have fun. He even developed feelings for a fellow research partner and managed to start dating her, only after a month into the relationship found out she was using Sanjay to get back at her ex-boyfriend (sadly it worked) and broke his heart. When graduation came, frustrated at the failure of his relationship and how it seemed like his parents stifled him from making his own decisions, he performed the most rebellious act of his life and joined Starfleet.
Quickly going through the academy, he graduated with honors and was to enter the Fleet as a Lieutenant. Anxiety overwhelmed him of the thought of being responsible of so many people and deemed himself incompetent for such a thing. He had a breakdown and convinced the overseeing board he was completely content with rank of Ensign and refused any other offer of a higher position. The rest, as they say, is history.
Body and Appearance
1. Describe the character's height and build. Is he heavyset, thin, short, rangy?
Sanjay stands at 5'10 with an athletic build.
2. How old is he?
28
3. Describe his posture. Does he carry himself well or does he slouch?
He probably has a slight slouch, but does carry himself well.
4. How is his health? Is he fit or out of shape? Any illnesses or conditions? Any physical disabilities?
He is apparently allergic to Tribbles, but otherwise not often sick. He is fit, making sure to always meet Starfleet regulations. No chronic illnesses or disabilities, but he does suffer from anxiety.
5. How does he move? Is he clumsy, graceful, tense, fluid?
He's probably more tense than anything. Given his line of work, he's always expecting something to go wrong.
6. How attractive is this character physically? How does he perceive himself in the mirror?
He does make sure to have good personal hygiene - shower and shave daily. Considers himself to have average looks.
7. Describe his complexion. Dark, light, clear, scarred?
Ethnically brown-toned.
8. Describe his hair: color, texture, style.
Dark brown, short, typically spiked up unless lazy
9. What color are his eyes?
dark brown
10. Does the character have any other noteworthy features?
His teeth are a little crooked, but really nothing noteworthy.
11. What are his chief tension centers?
back, shoulders
12. What is the character's wardrobe like? Casual, dressy, utilitarian? Bright colors, pastels, neutrals? Is it varied, or does he have six of the same suit?
When not in uniform, he's typically in nice shirts and jeans, occasionally he'll wear Kurta-Pajamas, and for formal events he'll wear either his dress uniform or Kurta.
13. Do his clothes fit well? Does he seem comfortable in them?
He prefers comfort to style, but does try to dress nice.
14. Does he dress the same on the job as he does in his free time? If not, what are the differences?
Uniform during work, casual during off hours
15. You knew it was coming: Boxers, briefs or commando?
Boxers
Speech
1. What does this character's voice sound like? High-pitched, deep, hoarse?
Find out here! Not terribly deep, but not high-pitched
2. How does he normally speak? Loud, soft, fast, evenly? Does he talk easily, or does he hesitate?
Evenly with hesitations. Only with people he's completely comfortable around, does he not stutter.
3. Does the character have a distinct accent or dialect? Any individual quirks of pronunciation? Any, like, you know, verbal tics?
He stutters alittle when he's nervous or anxious. He sometimes slips into an Indian accent when imitating his parents.
4. What language/s does he speak, and with how much fluency?
English and Hindi fluently, and very poor Punjabi
5. Does he switch languages or dialects in certain situations?
He mostly speaks English, but with family and select friends, Hindi. Sometimes when he's very drunk, he'll mix the languages.
6. Is he a good impromptu speaker, or does he have to think about his words?
Not at all. He's a very nervous speaker most of the time in fears of saying something insulting/politically incorrect
7. Is he eloquent or inarticulate? Under what circumstances might this change?
He's articulate, and loses his stutters and pauses of sentences when he's comfortable with his company
Mental and Emotional
1. How intelligent is this character? Is he book-smart or street-smart?
He's more book smart than street smart. He's pretty intelligent and well-read mostly in maths and engineering-related, however knows almost nothing about pop culture.
2. Does he think on his feet, or does he need time to deliberate?
He prefers to be deliberate, but given the hectic nature of the engineering hull, he's quick on his feet when needed.
3. Describe the character's thought process. Is he more logical, or more intuitive? Idealistic or practical?
He's practical and logical. When working in the hull, he becomes more intuitive given his experience.
4. What kind of education has the character had?
Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical Engineering, a minor in mathematics.
5. What are his areas of expertise? What, if anything, is he interested in learning more about?
He has an extensive knowledge in thermodynamics, since he spent a good deal researching/studying the subject, thus is why he's frequently works with the piping network of the engine. He's interested in learning more about the warp core
6. Is he an introvert or an extrovert?
Introvert.
7. Describe the character's temperament. Is he even-tempered or does he have mood swings? Cheerful or melancholy? Laid-back or driven?
He's even-tempered, almost apathetic sometimes. He's driven to try and be less of a loner and be more social, also always driven to learn and do more in engineering.
8. How does he respond to new people or situations? Is he suspicious, relaxed, timid, enthusiastic?
Always nervous and timid but always polite and friendly towards others. Again, he's trying to make more friends.
9. Is he more likely to act, or to react?
React, because he needs something to work from.
10. Which is his default: fight or flight?
Flight, but if others are in danger, he'll fight
11. Describe the character's sense of humor. Does he appreciate jokes? Puns? Gallows humor? Bathroom humor? Pranks?
Sanjay's own sense of humor is kind of dry mixed with some puns. Most people probably think he's a stick in the mud, but he does joke around.
12. Does the character have any diagnosable mental disorders? If yes, how does he deal with them?
He has a mild case of social anxiety, but doesn't and has never taken anything for it.
[TBG verse]After the disaster, he suffered from Acute Stress Disorder. Every so often, he'll still be affected by it (poor sleeping, and becomes anxious around certain areas of the engine room).
13. What moments in this character's life have defined him as a person?
Probably all his rebellions and trying to make a name for himself as a result, because each time he rebelled, he was self driven to be assertive and do something for himself.
14. What does he fear?
Failure, being alone at the end of his life.
15. What are his hopes or aspirations?
He's starting to have a better control of his anxiety and hopes to maybe one day be a Chief Engineer as good as his hero, Mr. Scott.
16. What is something he doesn't want anyone to find out about him?
That he really is just as boring as people think.
Relationships
1. Describe this character's relationship with his parents.
They were angry at him for not going to MIT, but ended up forgiving him about it. But when he ran off to join Starfleet, they threatened to disown him, mostly due to fears he'd be killed and not understanding what Starfleet really was. Although they became more understanding after the Naranda incident, he still doesn't keep in touch with them that much.
2. Does the character have any siblings? What is/was their relationship like?
He has a sister who is 4 years younger than him. She's seen in better light than he is, since she too became an engineer, went to Harvard, and is married to the 'ideal' Indian man.
3. Are there other blood relatives to whom he is close? Are there ones he can't stand?
He has some cousins in India, but doesn't know them that well since he's only interacted with them about 2 times. Despite being rebellious, he does love his family.
4. Are there other, unrelated people whom he considers part of his family? What are his relationships with them?
He still keeps in touch with some of his friends from high school and college. Although he doesn't talk about him often, he often video chats with Rohit, his best friend through high school and college.
5. Who is/was the character's best friend? How did they meet?
[TBG verse]Currently he considers Charlene Masters to be his best friend/girlfriend. They met in engineering working together and began their friendship exploring the holodeck together.
6. Does he have other close friends?
He's finally opening up more and is building friendships, no one terribly close yet, though.
7. Does he make friends easily, or does he have trouble getting along with people?
He gets along with others fine, but is always worried they don't like him or find him horribly boring.
8. Which does he consider more important: family or friends?
Both, but if he HAD to chose one, probably friends, since he has so few.
9. Is the character single, married, divorced, widowed? Has he been married more than once?
No marriages
10. Is he currently in a romantic relationship with someone other than a spouse?
[TBG verse] he is in a relationship with Charlene Masters
11. Who was his first crush? Who is his latest?
He's had a few crushes, but has only ever acted upon them twice, both of those lead to relationships.
12. What does he look for in a romantic partner?
Someone who found him interesting, is easy going, open-minded, and push him to better himself
13. Does the character have children? Grandchildren? If yes, how does he relate to them? If no, does he want any?
No children currently, is interested in having children in the future
14. Does he have any rivals or enemies?
himself
15. What is the character's sexual orientation? Where does he fall on the Kinsey scale?
Straight male
16. How does he feel about sex? How important is it to him?
He's never been intimate with anyone. Anxiety, traditional ideals, and busy work schedule have kept him away from the pressures of relationships and sex. He does have the idea of it being something special with someone that means a great deal to him.
17. What are his turn-ons? Turn-offs? Weird bedroom habits?
No weird bedroom habits. Women who are confident/bold are a turn on.
Beliefs
1. Do you know your character's astrological (zodiac of choice) sign? How well does he fit type?
He's a Pisces, and actually he does fit the type quite well. That was… purely coincidental.
2. Is this character religious, spiritual, both, or neither? How important are these elements in her life?
He is religious, but doesn't take it too seriously. He does try to pray each morning, more out of habit than anything.
3. Does this character have a personal code of morals or ethics? If so, how did that begin? What would it take to compromise it?
He does, growing in a strict family, he has adopted his parents beliefs on most topics. However, he considers himself far more open-minded than they ever will be. Starfleet with it's huge crew of various races have drastically opened him to new things. When it comes to women, he does try to be respectful and be a gentleman.
4. How does he regard beliefs that differ from his? Is he tolerant, intolerant, curious, indifferent?
Religious-wise, nearly everyone differs from him and he's fine with that. He's a mix of tolerant, indifferent, and curious at everyone's different viewpoints.
5. What prejudices does he hold? Are they irrational or does he have a good reason for them?
He finds a lot of the ensigns still too new and fresh for some of their required duties in engineering, but he doesn't mind mentoring them and explaining things better if he can.
Daily Life
1. What is the character's financial situation? Is he rich, poor, comfortable, in debt?
Comfortable. He doesn't spend his money on much beyond importing food to cook.
2. What is his social status? Has this changed over time, and if so, how has the change affected him?
Upper middle-class family. It's changed in the sense he has been supporting himself entirely since graduating college.
3. Where does he live? House, apartment, trailer? Is his home his castle or just a place to crash? What condition is it in? Does he share it with others?
Somehow, Sanjay has a private room, perhaps from lingering confusion over his rank initially. He never brought himself to complain about it… Since he spends most of his time down in engineering, it's more of a place to crash than a home although he does have his lazy days.
4. Besides the basic necessities, what does he spend his money on?
Food shipped from Earth. Access to various technical manuals.
5. What does he do for a living? Is he good at it? Does he enjoy it, or would he rather be doing something else?
He's a mechanical engineer to the Enterprise. Typically he monitors the piping network and sometimes works in the transport room. He's content, since something always changes or comes up each day.
6. What are his interests or hobbies? How does he spend his free time?
Free time is typically him cooking, reading technical manuals and new research, sleeping, and recently, trying to spend time with Charlene.
7. What are his eating habits? Does he skip meals, eat out, drink alcohol, avoid certain foods?
He does eat meat, but stays away from beef and pork products. He does try to participate in fasting on certain religious holidays (although it's a bit harder in space). He only drinks socially.
Associations
Which of the following do you associate with the character, or which is his favorite:
1. Color? green
2. Smell? cinnamon
3. Time of day? Night
4. Season? Fall
5. Book? American Journal of Mechanical Engineering
6. Music? old Hindi/Bollywood songs, bhangra
7. Place? anywhere quiet
8. Substance? LSD….jk! freshly laundered bedsheets
9. Plant? lotus
10. Animal? tiger