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 Posted: Sun Feb 08, 2009 1:41 pm
So, I'm reading all over the place in Jivvins, per usual, when the thought occurs to me... Where do they get their fish, and all that? Not everything comes from the village itself...
And Gunn said hello.
I gotta admit, I'd be super excited to see how Wegs pulls her crazy coloring off.
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Posted: Sun Feb 08, 2009 1:42 pm
PART I. PHYSICAL
Full name:: Gunnwale Amphitrite Tatum II
Reasons for the name(s):: Gunn's named after her grandfather, Gunnwale Poseidon Tatum, whose bond was the Captain of a ship, and had the habit of naming his 'pets' and children after components of his beloved Echo [ship's name], Amphritrite was a Nereid [Sea Nymph] and wife of Poseidon.
Date of Birth/Age/Apparent Age:: Gunn looks rather young for her age, approximately 23, however, she's the first grandchild of someone who was alive before the massacres, and is currently between 300-330 years old.
If they were alive during the masacres, were they bonded? To whom?:: No one in Gunn's family has been bonded since her grandfather, and he was bonded to Naval Captain Greyson Tatum, of HMS Echo. Greyson, if very serious and formal [Much like Gunnwale], was a good man, and valued Gunn's companionship, as well as his dedication to Echo. He released him from his bond after the massacres, when keeping Gunnwale I at his side became too dangerous.
Rank:: Vhaid [True]
Skin Tone:: Black, just about, although her lips match her hair in tone, as do the palms of her hands and soles of her feet.
Height:: 6'1.
Weight/Body Build:: Gunn is extremely fit, due to the work she does daily as well as natural build. Wider-shoulders than most females, slim hips, and a lean muscled body.
Hair:: Extremely short and straight, about 2 in. on the sides and back and 3 on the top. Styled boyishly. It should be a mix of oceanic colors.
Eyes:: Usually a stormy grey with hints of bluish-greens, depending on the weather.
Ear colours/markings:: Black with Oceanic Colored Nautical Markings/Symbols
Tail colours/markings:: Black with Oceanic Colored Nautical Markings/Symbols
Peculiar Physical Traits:: None other than coloring and pale-blue scars from a life of hardwork.
Distinguishing Marks:: What appears to be a black compass tattoo on her right palm.
Health:: Gunn is physically fit and able, and in very good health.
Senses:: Keen. Although her sight and sense of smell, touch and taste are far superior to her hearing, which is mediocre in comparison. Gunn can smell the coming weather, and is said to pick up vibrations as well, though this could only be a rumor.
Voice:: Low and rough, the voice of someone who is naturally soft-spoken, but has had to shout to be heard for years. Soothing, in a scratchy sort of way.
Mannerisms:: Gunnwale comes across as sincere and knowledgable, which she, in fact, is. Gunn doesn't make decisions quickly, unless she knows she has to, and even then, weighs the options in her mind, no matter how small the decison may be.
Clothes/shoes/accessories:: When out on the water, she doesn't tend to wear shirts, instead having breasts small enough that a simple chestwrap binding will suffice. Knee-length, well-kept boots and simple, black pants [tucked in to boots] round out her capable outfit. Sometimes she wears wraps to protect her hands. When in the village, she often wears an old naval captain's coat, open, in gold and blue.
Eating habits/mannerisms/tastes::Loves seafood and citruses, as well as spicy/sweet things. Curries, Stews, etc.
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Posted: Sun Feb 08, 2009 1:43 pm
PART II. GENERAL
Occupation/Social Class:: Fisher/Trader/Acknowledged True Vhaid
Views on Money/Spending Habits:: The jivviness doesn't tend to spend much on herself and therefore has more than enough of whatever she desires [which isn't much].
Education/Intelligence:: Extremely well-read, Gunnwale has kept more to herself than most Vhaids, and spends a lot of time reading for pleasure and knowledge. As for formal schooling, as a Vhaid, she was expected to be very educated, and is indeed.
Marital Status:: Single
Views on Rank responsibilites:: Gunn is always there for those around her, and leads confidently, with quiet conviction. Still, her reach has never stretched far, which is fine with her, as she stays to the waters and the outskirts of the village. If called upon, Gunnwale would never shirk a duty.
Beliefs/Strength of Beliefs::
What is his/her usual disposition?:: Calm, reserved, self-assured, and soothing. She inspires confidence in others.
Optimist/Pessimist? :: Realist. She is neither. Gunn accepts most things that are naturally occuring as she would the tide. Nature, nor Lady Luck, has no ill will or special liking for any.
Confident/Self-conscious? :: Confident, Gunn is not very self-conscious at at, possible due to her old age, though she spends a lot of time in self-reflection.
How does he/she feel about his/her appearance? :: Gunn has long since gotten over her odd appearance, and pays no mind to it. She appreciates the strength in her limbs and the sharpness of her thoughts.
Most important possession:: Her small houseboat, built by her grandfather and maintained by her own hands.
Talents :: Sailing, Fishing, carpentry and repair. Cooking, sports, weather prediction, and a relaxing presence.
What is a normal day like for this Jivvin?:: Depending on the day of the week, Gunn either does her daily chores around the houseboat, lake and dock, maybe entertaining [aka feeding] a guest or two, and fishing her heart out. She often goes for swims, teaches whatever young ones around that are interested in learning to cast a line [not many, for it takes creativity if you're not a fourther]. Toward the weekend she packs up a large cart of fish and various other lake/river food and supplies [smooth rocks, etc] and travels the miles into the village to trade them away. She generally stays two days, with one overnight stay, before she sells out and returns home. As the only large supplier of fish in the village, she stays very busy.
What is a normal day like for this Jivvin?:: Gunn tends to do the same things, rain or shine. She still fishes, as the lake doesn't get as choppy as the open ocean during rains. She also still sells her fish. She doesn't tend to swim, and instead reads inside the boat.
Greatest Fear:: That Jivvin society will never evolve/That she might get her sailing priviledges taken away by the council.
Wants Most:: For her grandfather to be alive and well.
Major Goals::
1. To build a large seafaring ship.
2. To be permitted by the council to sail on the open ocean.
3. To open up trade between the village and other cultures.
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Posted: Sun Feb 08, 2009 1:44 pm
PART III. RELATIONSHIPS
Significant Other/Relationship:: None in particular. Gunn has gotten past the age where sex of partner matters to her, and therefore has relations with both males and females, and also doesn't see any particular dividing line between friend and lover.
Who does he/she live with?:: The Vhaid actually lives by herself, on her houseboat, which is generally docked in a lake several miles north of the village itself. [The lake turns into a river, which goes through the village]
Who does he/she spend the most time with?:: Her Lady, the water.
Grandfather/Relationship:: Gunnwales I & II had a bond like no other, as the one demand her grandfather made was that his first grandchild [no matter the sex] be named after him and be allowed to spend time with him on his houseboat if they so desired. Perhaps any of Brig's children would have chosen to do so, but it was Gunn, and she adored her grandfather, seeking to be like him in everyway. He died of illness about 150 years ago, which Gunn still isn't sure was entirely natural.
Father/Relationship with him/Occupation:: [ Gunn's father [Garvick] died long ago, and she does not think of him often. Her dark skin is a trait of his, but that is all. He was a Royal, and wanted to improve his status by mating to her mother.
Mother/Relationship with her/Occupation :: Gunn and her mother [Brig] used to have a horrible relationship, however, the severity of that has changed simply because they do not speak about one another. As the dark jivviness grew, she became well-respected in the community and her mother was forced to quiet her harsh words. The spoiled Royal is extremely beautiful, and while her own father was a fisherman and sailor, she refused to dirty her hands. She does not understand Gunn, and finds her the most distasteful of her children.
Siblings/Relationships:: Her siblings do not act like her siblings, as she was born first over a hundred years before them, however, she has two younger sisters and a younger brother, as well as a myriad of younger cousins, some of which are enamored with Brig's selfish charm and some of which go their own way. She associates with them the same as any other villager.
Best Friend:: Gunn doesn't have a 'best friend'.
Feelings toward the Council:: While she may not always agree with their choices, Gunnwale is respectful of the council, and thinks that everyone currently serving is trying to do the best for their rank [not always the entire village, but still]. She is particularly supportive of her own Rank Leader, Kyros, the mysterious Soyala [she spends a lot of time in the woods, herself], Jatin, [for the way he brings honor to his rank], and the Sargtlin, although she didn't approve of the 'Jack Fiasco'.
How does he/she view their family?:: Gunn doesn't exactly consider her family anymore her family than anyone else in the village, and viceversa, except when they want to claim an achievement of hers, or recieve some fish.
How does he/she view their friends?:: She gets along well with most, whether they're faking good-will toward her or not. Gunn does her job well, and trades high-quality fish. As the only person bringing it in for trade, she sees most of the village before her stock runs out, especially those of higher status. All of the council-members get their fish from her, as well as villagers such as Soutou. It's well known that the tavern will be serving her fish on the night she stays [it's her payment of sorts], and that she will be there as well, with a story or two, advice for some, and perhaps even a song. She can often be seen in the company of tavern regulars such as Caitirone and Kamin.
How does their family view them?:: The thoughts about her are mixed. Most of the family is made up of Royals, though they too vary on where they stand concerning her. Those that side with her mother [Brig Tatum] think she's no good, and lessens them by doing the work of 'peasants', wheras some recognize her as the proper Vhaid she is.
How do their friends view them?:: Gunn's a good, reliable, hard worker. Someone they can trust and go to for advice. She's warm, in her own strange way, and doesn't seem to mind company, although she never goes out of her way to find it.
Who is their hero?:: Gunnwale Posedion Tatum I
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Posted: Sun Feb 22, 2009 7:08 am
I like it, Indu <3 As you already know xD One request I have is for parent names on the app, please. I know you have them in your head, because you've told them to me. But for official and RP purposes....~
Otherwise, I think you and I have eased out what few issues there were. I'll have Kep read over it to see if she catches something I haven't <3
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Posted: Sun Feb 22, 2009 1:22 pm
Kep's read through for me and sees no issues <3 One thing she did mention was the binded chest thing on the ship, which I think is fine, though she would be expected to where a real shirt when in the Village. Just wanted to make that clear xD
I'm not going to wait on the names, because, as I've said, I know you already have them. Just stick them in for me when you can.
Approved!
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Posted: Mon Feb 23, 2009 6:40 pm
Awesome. <3 I've edited in parents names, as well as what she wears in village.
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