Time for you guys to learn more about this guy (Bandwagon hoppin')
♦RATE YOUR CHARACTER'S...
STRENGTH: ★★★★★★
SPEED: ★★★☆☆☆
INTELLIGENCE: ★★★★☆☆
WILLPOWER: ★★★★★★
CHARISMA: ★★★★★☆
ENDURANCE: ★★★★★☆
LUCK: ★☆☆☆☆☆
MENTAL STABILITY: ★★★★☆☆
EMOTIONAL STABILITY: ★★★☆☆☆
PHYSICAL STABILITY: ★★★☆☆☆
♦RATE YOUR CHARACTER'S ABILITIES IN...
CLOSE RANGE COMBAT: ★★★★★★
CLOSE RANGE WEAPONRY: ★★★★★☆
MID/LONG RANGE WEAPONRY: ★☆☆☆☆☆
COMMUNICATIONS: ★★★★★★
ESPIONAGE: ★★★★★☆
SURVIVAL SKILLS: ★★★★★☆
SCIENCES: ★★☆☆☆☆
ENGINEERING: ★★★☆☆☆
MEDICINE: ★★☆☆☆☆
MECHANICS: ★★★★☆☆
LEADERSHIP: ★★★★☆☆
POLITICS: ★★★★☆☆
TECHNOLOGY: ★★★☆☆☆
TRADE: ★★★★★☆
THE ARTS: ★★★★★★
ALCOHOL: ★★★★★★
DATING: ★★★★☆☆
SEX: ★★★★★★
INTIMACY: ★★☆☆☆☆
♦Body and Appearance
1. Describe the character's height and build. Is he heavyset, thin, short, rangy?
Bo is about six feet tall and weights about 190, 200 pounds. Though that weight is mainly bought on by muscle. Bo doesn't workout, that muscle comes from the field work he used to do growing up, as well as fishing, crabbing, and all the like. He has strong, but somewhat rough hands (from work of course), though his touch is very gentle. His has prominent cheekbones and a round chin complete with a strong jaw. He has a wide nose and full lips, slight facial hair but he usually shaves it.
2. How old is he?
New Orleans was first founded on May 7, 1718. That would make him roughly make him 293. However appearance wise, he looks to be in his middle to late twenties. He likes to use 26 as his age.
3. Describe his posture. Does he carry himself well or does he slouch?
Swagger is all I can think of when it comes to Bo's posture and how he carries himself. He walks around like he's hot shit. Almost as if he owns the world. When he sits, he does slouch and either crosses his legs, one over the other, or sits with his legs open...you know like most guys do. Though when it's a business atmosphere, he straightens up.
4. How is his health? Is he fit or out of shape? Any illnesses or conditions? Any physical disabilities?
He's in shape, working out only occasionally. He has a high metabolism, so this allows him to eat as much as he wants, and never gain weight. Or maybe it's from all the smoking he does. Though with all that smoking, I wonder why he doesn't have breathing problems? As for physical disabilities, he gets occasional migraine headaches and back pains. They worsen when the weather gets warm.
5. How does he move? Is he clumsy, graceful, tense, fluid?
He moves in an almost elegant sort of way. His shoulders are always back, and well, he always has his hands in his pockets. He walks slow, for he really has nowhere in particular that he's going.
6. How attractive is this character physically? How does he perceive himself in the mirror?
Damn sexy, I mean have you seen his city!? It's fucking gorgeous, way better than your city or any other city in America. He's physically attractive and by God he knows this, that's why he uses his looks very often. He'll if he could have sex with himself or even make out with himself, he would soo do it.
7. Describe his complexion. Dark, light, clear, scarred?
His complexion is a somewhat dark chocolate. His skin is very clear and it's soft to the touch. He has no visible wrinkles; Bo ages gracefully. To better understand his complexion it can be compared to Djimon Hounsou's. Though he does have some tattoos on him. One on his back is for Ogoun, In Haitian Vodou and Yoruba mythology he is god of war, fire, politics, iron, and thunderbolts.
He is the patron god of smiths' fire. The machete or sable is his attribute.
Ogoun is especially fond of rum and tobacco.
Ogoun was originally associated with fire, blacksmithing and metalworking. His focus has transformed over the years to include power, warriors, and politics. His second tattoo, which is on his upper right arm, is of Agwe in Haitian Voodoo he is a water spirit, and is of particular interest to seafaring people such as fishermen. As such, his veve represents a boat. He is particularly important in Haiti, where many residents have depended upon the sea for survival for centuries. His final tattoo is located on his lower left arm, it is of Damballah Wedo, which is one of the most revered of the African gods, the loa of peace and purity.
He is depicted as a serpent or snake, and his veves reflect this aspect of him. When he possesses a human, he does not speak but instead only hisses and whistles. His movements are also snake-like.
Damballah-Wedo is associated with creation and is viewed as a loving father to the world. His presence brings peace and harmony. So yup that's it.
8. Describe his hair: color, texture, style.
His hair is a very dark brown, borderline black. It's very thick with loose curls, it's very soft to the touch almost like wool. He chooses to style it in a messy ponytail, because it isn't much he can do with it. He would braid it, even cornrow it, but it's too soft to do that. It won't hold at all. So he resorts to letting it grow out. It's long enough to reach his shoulders.
9. What color are his eyes?
His eyes hazel
10. Does the character have any other noteworthy features?
His tattoos and that's about it. Oh and the crosses that are pretty much carved into his forehead. They are pretty faint, but the story behind them are pretty gruesome. Let's just say they are the product of a ritual gone wrong.
11. What are his chief tension centers?
His back and head
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?
He wears simple clothing, t-shirts, tanktops, shorts and jeans. He doesn't wear anything on his feet half the time. But when he does it's usually a comfortable pair of sandals. He wears neutral colors.
13. Do his clothes fit well? Does he seem comfortable in them?
Some of them fit loose, while sometimes they fit closely. He's comfortable in them regardless. It's better than walking around in the nude.
14. Does he dress the same on the job as he does in his free time? Yes it's the same. Except he wears jeans, tshirts, and boots. He works in construction.
15. You knew it was coming: Boxers, briefs or commando?
Commando...because it gets really hot in the south ;D Though boxer briefs are an option as well.
♦Speech
1. What does this character's voice sound like? High-pitched, deep, hoarse?
He talks with a slow southern drawl; his pitch is very deep. Sometimes though people don't understand what he's saying, mainly because he slips into a somewhat cajun accent littered with slang an others words. But on a good day, this is what he sounds like the Elderly African American man in this video
2. How does he normally speak? Loud, soft, fast, evenly? Does he talk easily, or does he hesitate?
He talks low and at a somewhat fast pace. At some points he'll talk slowly. As for his words, well it's just really easy for him to talk. Almost like water flowing from a faucet.
3. Does the character have a distinct accent or dialect? Any individual quirks of pronunciation? Any, like, you know, verbal tics?
He speaks with a dialect known as Yat . It's very prominent in the New Orleans region of Louisiana.
4. What language/s does he speak, and with how much fluency?
Bo speaks English and Louisiana creole French and Haitian Creole with ease.
5. Does he switch languages or dialects in certain situations?
He normally speaks in English. Though when he wants to impress someone, or can't find the English word for something, he switches languages. When he gets angry he talks in Creole, or when he doesn't want anyone to know what he's talking about.
6. Is he a good impromptu speaker, or does he have to think about his words?
Yup he's a great impromptu speaker.
7. Is he eloquent or inarticulate? Under what circumstances might this change?
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♦Mental & Emotional
1. How intelligent is this character? Is he book-smart or street-smart?
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2. Does he think on his feet, or does he need time to deliberate?
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3. Describe the character's thought process. Is he more logical, or more intuitive? Idealistic or practical?
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4. What kind of education has the character had?
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5. What are his areas of expertise? What, if anything, is he interested in learning more about?
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6. Is he an introvert or an extrovert?
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7. Describe the character's temperament. Is he even-tempered or does he have mood swings? Cheerful or melancholy? Laid-back or driven?
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8. How does he respond to new people or situations? Is he suspicious, relaxed, timid, enthusiastic?
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9. Is he more likely to act, or to react?
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10. Which is his default: fight or flight?
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11. Describe the character's sense of humor. Does he appreciate jokes? Puns? Gallows humor? Bathroom humor? Pranks?
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12. Does the character have any diagnosable mental disorders? If yes, how does he deal with them?
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13. What moments in this character's life have defined him as a person?
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14. What does he fear?
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15. What are his hopes or aspirations?
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16. What is something he doesn't want anyone to find out about him?
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♦Relationships
1. Describe this character's relationship with his parents.
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2. Does the character have any siblings? What is/was their relationship like?
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3. Are there other blood relatives to whom he is close? Are there ones he can't stand?
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4. Are there other, unrelated people whom he considers part of his family? What are his relationships with them?
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5. Who is/was the character's best friend? How did they meet?
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6. Does he have other close friends?
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7. Does he make friends easily, or does he have trouble getting along with people?
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8. Which does he consider more important: family or friends?
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9. Is the character single, married, divorced, widowed? Has he been married more than once?
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10. Is he currently in a romantic relationship with someone other than a spouse?
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11. Who was his first crush? Who is his latest?
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12. What does he look for in a romantic partner?
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13. Does the character have children? Grandchildren? If yes, how does he relate to them? If no, does he want any?
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14. Does he have any rivals or enemies?
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15. What is the character's sexual orientation? Where does he fall on the Kinsey scale?
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16. How does he feel about sex? How important is it to him?
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17. What are his turn-ons? Turn-offs? Weird bedroom habits?
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>♦Beliefs
1. Do you know your character's astrological (zodiac of choice) sign? How well does he fit type?
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2. Is this character religious, spiritual, both, or neither? How important are these elements in his life?
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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?
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4. How does he regard beliefs that differ from his? Is he tolerant, intolerant, curious, indifferent?
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5. What prejudices does he hold? Are they irrational or does he have a good reason for them?
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♦Daily Life
1. What is the character's financial situation? Is he rich, poor, comfortable, in debt?
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2. What is his social status? Has this changed over time, and if so, how has the change affected him?
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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?
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4. Besides the basic necessities, what does he spend his money on?
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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?
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6. What are his interests or hobbies? How does he spend his free time?
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7. What are his eating habits? Does he skip meals, eat out, drink alcohol, avoid certain foods?
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♦Associations
Which of the following do you associate with the character, or which is his favorite:
1. Color?
2. Smell?
3. Time of day?
4. Season?
5. Book?
6. Music?
7. Place?
8. Substance?
9. Plant?
10. Animal?
STRENGTH: ★★★★★★
SPEED: ★★★☆☆☆
INTELLIGENCE: ★★★★☆☆
WILLPOWER: ★★★★★★
CHARISMA: ★★★★★☆
ENDURANCE: ★★★★★☆
LUCK: ★☆☆☆☆☆
MENTAL STABILITY: ★★★★☆☆
EMOTIONAL STABILITY: ★★★☆☆☆
PHYSICAL STABILITY: ★★★☆☆☆
♦RATE YOUR CHARACTER'S ABILITIES IN...
CLOSE RANGE COMBAT: ★★★★★★
CLOSE RANGE WEAPONRY: ★★★★★☆
MID/LONG RANGE WEAPONRY: ★☆☆☆☆☆
COMMUNICATIONS: ★★★★★★
ESPIONAGE: ★★★★★☆
SURVIVAL SKILLS: ★★★★★☆
SCIENCES: ★★☆☆☆☆
ENGINEERING: ★★★☆☆☆
MEDICINE: ★★☆☆☆☆
MECHANICS: ★★★★☆☆
LEADERSHIP: ★★★★☆☆
POLITICS: ★★★★☆☆
TECHNOLOGY: ★★★☆☆☆
TRADE: ★★★★★☆
THE ARTS: ★★★★★★
ALCOHOL: ★★★★★★
DATING: ★★★★☆☆
SEX: ★★★★★★
INTIMACY: ★★☆☆☆☆
♦Body and Appearance
1. Describe the character's height and build. Is he heavyset, thin, short, rangy?
Bo is about six feet tall and weights about 190, 200 pounds. Though that weight is mainly bought on by muscle. Bo doesn't workout, that muscle comes from the field work he used to do growing up, as well as fishing, crabbing, and all the like. He has strong, but somewhat rough hands (from work of course), though his touch is very gentle. His has prominent cheekbones and a round chin complete with a strong jaw. He has a wide nose and full lips, slight facial hair but he usually shaves it.
2. How old is he?
New Orleans was first founded on May 7, 1718. That would make him roughly make him 293. However appearance wise, he looks to be in his middle to late twenties. He likes to use 26 as his age.
3. Describe his posture. Does he carry himself well or does he slouch?
Swagger is all I can think of when it comes to Bo's posture and how he carries himself. He walks around like he's hot shit. Almost as if he owns the world. When he sits, he does slouch and either crosses his legs, one over the other, or sits with his legs open...you know like most guys do. Though when it's a business atmosphere, he straightens up.
4. How is his health? Is he fit or out of shape? Any illnesses or conditions? Any physical disabilities?
He's in shape, working out only occasionally. He has a high metabolism, so this allows him to eat as much as he wants, and never gain weight. Or maybe it's from all the smoking he does. Though with all that smoking, I wonder why he doesn't have breathing problems? As for physical disabilities, he gets occasional migraine headaches and back pains. They worsen when the weather gets warm.
5. How does he move? Is he clumsy, graceful, tense, fluid?
He moves in an almost elegant sort of way. His shoulders are always back, and well, he always has his hands in his pockets. He walks slow, for he really has nowhere in particular that he's going.
6. How attractive is this character physically? How does he perceive himself in the mirror?
Damn sexy, I mean have you seen his city!? It's fucking gorgeous, way better than your city or any other city in America. He's physically attractive and by God he knows this, that's why he uses his looks very often. He'll if he could have sex with himself or even make out with himself, he would soo do it.
7. Describe his complexion. Dark, light, clear, scarred?
His complexion is a somewhat dark chocolate. His skin is very clear and it's soft to the touch. He has no visible wrinkles; Bo ages gracefully. To better understand his complexion it can be compared to Djimon Hounsou's. Though he does have some tattoos on him. One on his back is for Ogoun, In Haitian Vodou and Yoruba mythology he is god of war, fire, politics, iron, and thunderbolts.
He is the patron god of smiths' fire. The machete or sable is his attribute.
Ogoun is especially fond of rum and tobacco.
Ogoun was originally associated with fire, blacksmithing and metalworking. His focus has transformed over the years to include power, warriors, and politics. His second tattoo, which is on his upper right arm, is of Agwe in Haitian Voodoo he is a water spirit, and is of particular interest to seafaring people such as fishermen. As such, his veve represents a boat. He is particularly important in Haiti, where many residents have depended upon the sea for survival for centuries. His final tattoo is located on his lower left arm, it is of Damballah Wedo, which is one of the most revered of the African gods, the loa of peace and purity.
He is depicted as a serpent or snake, and his veves reflect this aspect of him. When he possesses a human, he does not speak but instead only hisses and whistles. His movements are also snake-like.
Damballah-Wedo is associated with creation and is viewed as a loving father to the world. His presence brings peace and harmony. So yup that's it.
8. Describe his hair: color, texture, style.
His hair is a very dark brown, borderline black. It's very thick with loose curls, it's very soft to the touch almost like wool. He chooses to style it in a messy ponytail, because it isn't much he can do with it. He would braid it, even cornrow it, but it's too soft to do that. It won't hold at all. So he resorts to letting it grow out. It's long enough to reach his shoulders.
9. What color are his eyes?
His eyes hazel
10. Does the character have any other noteworthy features?
His tattoos and that's about it. Oh and the crosses that are pretty much carved into his forehead. They are pretty faint, but the story behind them are pretty gruesome. Let's just say they are the product of a ritual gone wrong.
11. What are his chief tension centers?
His back and head
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?
He wears simple clothing, t-shirts, tanktops, shorts and jeans. He doesn't wear anything on his feet half the time. But when he does it's usually a comfortable pair of sandals. He wears neutral colors.
13. Do his clothes fit well? Does he seem comfortable in them?
Some of them fit loose, while sometimes they fit closely. He's comfortable in them regardless. It's better than walking around in the nude.
14. Does he dress the same on the job as he does in his free time? Yes it's the same. Except he wears jeans, tshirts, and boots. He works in construction.
15. You knew it was coming: Boxers, briefs or commando?
Commando...because it gets really hot in the south ;D Though boxer briefs are an option as well.
♦Speech
1. What does this character's voice sound like? High-pitched, deep, hoarse?
He talks with a slow southern drawl; his pitch is very deep. Sometimes though people don't understand what he's saying, mainly because he slips into a somewhat cajun accent littered with slang an others words. But on a good day, this is what he sounds like the Elderly African American man in this video
2. How does he normally speak? Loud, soft, fast, evenly? Does he talk easily, or does he hesitate?
He talks low and at a somewhat fast pace. At some points he'll talk slowly. As for his words, well it's just really easy for him to talk. Almost like water flowing from a faucet.
3. Does the character have a distinct accent or dialect? Any individual quirks of pronunciation? Any, like, you know, verbal tics?
He speaks with a dialect known as Yat . It's very prominent in the New Orleans region of Louisiana.
4. What language/s does he speak, and with how much fluency?
Bo speaks English and Louisiana creole French and Haitian Creole with ease.
5. Does he switch languages or dialects in certain situations?
He normally speaks in English. Though when he wants to impress someone, or can't find the English word for something, he switches languages. When he gets angry he talks in Creole, or when he doesn't want anyone to know what he's talking about.
6. Is he a good impromptu speaker, or does he have to think about his words?
Yup he's a great impromptu speaker.
7. Is he eloquent or inarticulate? Under what circumstances might this change?
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♦Mental & Emotional
1. How intelligent is this character? Is he book-smart or street-smart?
Answer
2. Does he think on his feet, or does he need time to deliberate?
answer
3. Describe the character's thought process. Is he more logical, or more intuitive? Idealistic or practical?
answer
4. What kind of education has the character had?
answer
5. What are his areas of expertise? What, if anything, is he interested in learning more about?
answer
6. Is he an introvert or an extrovert?
answer
7. Describe the character's temperament. Is he even-tempered or does he have mood swings? Cheerful or melancholy? Laid-back or driven?
answer
8. How does he respond to new people or situations? Is he suspicious, relaxed, timid, enthusiastic?
answer
9. Is he more likely to act, or to react?
answer
10. Which is his default: fight or flight?
answer
11. Describe the character's sense of humor. Does he appreciate jokes? Puns? Gallows humor? Bathroom humor? Pranks?
answer
12. Does the character have any diagnosable mental disorders? If yes, how does he deal with them?
answer
13. What moments in this character's life have defined him as a person?
answer
14. What does he fear?
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15. What are his hopes or aspirations?
answer
16. What is something he doesn't want anyone to find out about him?
answer
♦Relationships
1. Describe this character's relationship with his parents.
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2. Does the character have any siblings? What is/was their relationship like?
answer.
3. Are there other blood relatives to whom he is close? Are there ones he can't stand?
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4. Are there other, unrelated people whom he considers part of his family? What are his relationships with them?
answer
5. Who is/was the character's best friend? How did they meet?
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6. Does he have other close friends?
answer
7. Does he make friends easily, or does he have trouble getting along with people?
answer
8. Which does he consider more important: family or friends?
answer
9. Is the character single, married, divorced, widowed? Has he been married more than once?
answer
10. Is he currently in a romantic relationship with someone other than a spouse?
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11. Who was his first crush? Who is his latest?
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12. What does he look for in a romantic partner?
answer
13. Does the character have children? Grandchildren? If yes, how does he relate to them? If no, does he want any?
answer
14. Does he have any rivals or enemies?
answer
15. What is the character's sexual orientation? Where does he fall on the Kinsey scale?
answer
16. How does he feel about sex? How important is it to him?
answer
17. What are his turn-ons? Turn-offs? Weird bedroom habits?
answer
>♦Beliefs
1. Do you know your character's astrological (zodiac of choice) sign? How well does he fit type?
answer
2. Is this character religious, spiritual, both, or neither? How important are these elements in his life?
answer
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?
answer
4. How does he regard beliefs that differ from his? Is he tolerant, intolerant, curious, indifferent?
answer
5. What prejudices does he hold? Are they irrational or does he have a good reason for them?
answer
♦Daily Life
1. What is the character's financial situation? Is he rich, poor, comfortable, in debt?
answer
2. What is his social status? Has this changed over time, and if so, how has the change affected him?
answer
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?
answer
4. Besides the basic necessities, what does he spend his money on?
answer
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?
answer
6. What are his interests or hobbies? How does he spend his free time?
answer
7. What are his eating habits? Does he skip meals, eat out, drink alcohol, avoid certain foods?
answer
♦Associations
Which of the following do you associate with the character, or which is his favorite:
1. Color?
2. Smell?
3. Time of day?
4. Season?
5. Book?
6. Music?
7. Place?
8. Substance?
9. Plant?
10. Animal?