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 Posted: Sat Jun 03, 2017 7:36 pm
Name: Duke Dawson.
Nickname: N/A; he went by "Dookey-poo" from an old flame but, err, the implications of it has caused him to shrug off nicknames for good.
Age: Thirty-four.
Birthday: June 21st.
Sign: Gemini.
Gemstone: Citrine.
Blood Type: O.
Fav. Food: Anything incredibly expensive; he's under the predilection that gourmet foods worth an arm and a leg with a back list of orders must be good.
Hated Food: Mundane foods. To him, all of it tastes like sugary cardboard.
School: Graduated; currently an animator.
Hobbies:
Competitive play - It may be difficult to imagine, but possibly ranked within the top one-hundred players of Pokemon Diamond and Pearl's online play years ago was this thirty-four year old; attracted to the franchise of handheld games when his nephew, Caelum, introduced it to him. If inquired, Duke brushes off his still frequent play with nonchalant shrugs of his shoulder, but he still puts in time after work to obtain and train the best gaggle of natures and IVs for online Pokemon battles. He hides himself behind the trainer name "Yaru," but this handle can be found in a myriad of other online games, which he dips into from time to time. However, no other series of games has held his attention longer than the little pixel monsters shown to him so long ago.
Swimming - An unfortunate side effect of his job is spending long, quiet hours slumped in front of a computer screen with only his hands in motion. Duke still suffers from posture problems as a result, but he has attempted to combat his sedentary lifestyle by hitting the gym. However, when pedaling in place on an elliptical proved to be too dull, he opted for the pool instead. He's not the best swimmer, only capable of a floppy breaststroke for one lap at most, but it's the only active workout he enjoys and doesn't mind putting effort into. He used to have friends who would join him in his outings, but thanks to schedule discrepancies,, he's usually by himself tuning out the world with his waterproof music player. Duke tried to make it a habit every weekend, but thanks to the on and off demands of work, he goes whenever he has the chance to.
Cricket - As with swimming, Duke isn't a seasoned player of the sport, but he is a stringent follower. His ex-girlfriend brought him to the majesty of the sport, and since then, he's been hooked. He's always up-to-date on the standing of teams, and never misses a match—going so far as to stream a game online when in the middle of work even if it may get him chewed out. Even in his apartment (should one be able to conquer his iron-clad will and be allowed entrance) one would find a thickly scribbled trello board full of speculations and theories regarding which and what teams would make it to the top, and which wouldn't even make it passed the preliminaries. If inquired about the sport he regards as a passion, his eyes light up, and he'll babble on and on until shushed.
Virtues:
Caring - Duke doesn't believe in downplaying one's merits, and in actuality, will encourage an opposite party to celebrate them whenever a moment warrants it. Finished that laborious project you've put so much time, effort, and money into? Let him take you out to dinner in congratulations—the bill's on him. Got a satisfactory grade on a test or in a class? Here's a hundred bucks for your efforts, expect the same result if you do it again. Heck, just woke up after a good sleep? Grab a coffee with him and let's chat. Duke is always there for the people he cares for, and not only does his good friends speak the best of him, but so does his family. Caelum, in particular, notes him as being his favorite uncle, and the two are close as a result. The boy will prattle on and on about his "best uncle since, like, ever," and likewise, Duke's face brightens when his nephew is brought up.
Lax - Life's way too serious to be taken seriously, so instead of worrying about everything, why not take the time to enjoy it instead? Duke knows the push and pulls of life can be demanding—heck, his job bides most of his attention and time—but that doesn't mean he's lost the ability to enjoy what time he does have. He has a very gentle, lax approach to life and is known to not fret over the pressures of everyday living, preferring to take things in stride and know that upon doing so, he can tackle items without them piling up on each other. His patience, in particular, is one of the most notable aspects of his personality, and it has been noted by some that if they had an inch of the attitude he has toward life, maybe they too would find some peace within themselves.
Focused - Ever since Duke was a boy, he had a tendency of absorbing himself in whatever activity he'd be doing. His mother would have to call his name numerous times to get his attention, and even then, he'd be reluctant to stop. Now that he is older, he's learned to tune in a little quicker, but the attention he gives to a task still remains to be admirably high. He matched this tendency of his to his current career as an animator, as it takes great determination and attention to remain seated drawing several frames at a time. However, while some may balk at the idea of this, Duke prides himself in his work, and puts 132% of himself into it. This focus does not stop here, though; Duke relates this to just about anything he does until he is satisfied with the results of his effort.
Flaws:
Messy - Unfortunately, the majority who have seen and heard about Duke's "gentle approach to life" aren't wholly convinced—namely because his living quarters are a pigsty. It seems like his ability to care falls to the wayside when it comes to actively cleaning up after himself. Clothes are strewn in all rooms of his apartment, the sink is always overflowing with unwashed dishes, the state of his bathroom is indescribable, and a sour smell permeates the sultry air within. Duke is aware of his uncleanliness, but is reluctant to put in the effort to right his messes unless someone does it for him. Nevertheless, that doesn't mean he isn't embarrassed by this, and will heavily rebuke anyone who suggests visiting him. Despite attempting to keep his messiness veiled in secrecy, one can still get a small glimpse of things in the sloppy way he dresses.
Tactless - Loose lips sink ships, but when it comes to this Dawson, he can drown an armada just by opening his mouth. No secret is safe with Duke, and once someone confides in him, it takes all of his willpower not to venture forth and let the world know. He's under this compulsion to share details about others, thinking that if he has the right to know, so does the world. He's a bit of a gossip as a result, and when information can't be exchanged verbally, he may subtly slip a rumor or two into an email or text and encourage it to be shared. Though things are rarely traced back to him, thanks to his looseness, Duke has ruined a few good friendships and lost opportunities that would've benefited him. If inquired or expected to reflect on his actions, Duke tends to just shrug his shoulders instead, and pretend to be some kind of objective force outside the bounds of the dilemma.
Skeptical - Smoke and mirrors, piss and vinegar—either are Duke's first go-to reasoning behind any claim or miracle cure presented to him without any backing. Heck, even with strong scientific evidence as a foundation, he would still doubt the study's efficacy unless he can comprehend it himself. The man has always been skeptical of people, and it takes great effort for him to swallow back his pride and open up to the possibility of something beyond him without rationality. The insistent need to doubt and second question the motives of others has strained many a relationship with Duke, but he sticks to his guns and thinks there is always an underlying meaning beneath people's intentions. Even during the off chance that he is convinced of something, Duke won't thank an opposite for the realization, and gives credit to himself instead.
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION
Eyes: Amber; thin.
Hair: Pink; styled like this.
Face: Thin, chiseled jaw, with a beige complexion.
Clothes: Comfortable, casual business-ware. Though he generally has a sloppy, just-rolled-out-of-bed look to him.
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Posted: Sat Jun 03, 2017 7:43 pm
Knight Title: Septizodium, Page of Venus.
Challenge: "You had me at merlot," "Sip happens," and "I'm on cloud wine."
Uniform: See plonk. Feel free to simplify the outfit as need be, and the placement of the Venus symbols are entirely CC. The only preference is that the uniform's main color remains to be one of the pinks from the swatch.
Top -- Thigh-length traditional side-fastened coat? Shorter? Longer? Exposed undershirt? Cropped? Buttons? Toggles? Shoulderpads? Long sleeves, or short sleeves? Sleeves at all? What's the collar like? Could even be a dress? You are generally as basic as it gets here and should be something you can be very active in.
Bottoms -- Skirt? Pants? Shorts? Culottes?
Gloves -- Got any?
Belt -- Belt? No belt?
Shoes -- What kind?
Shoulders -- Epaulettes? Fuzzy wuzzy shoulderpads? Bells? Whistles?
Accessories -- What kind? Pages and Squires cannot have capes, so please keep this in mind!
Weapon & Magic
Page Weapon: A plain golden chalice filled with red wine with the symbol of Venus etched onto it. No magic, but it never seems to tip or spill.
Squire: An ornate golden chalice filled with red wine with the symbol of Venus etched onto it. It never seems to tip or spill. Now instilled with magical properties, the wine within the chalice can affect either a target or Sept himself. If it is sipped or splashed onto the face of someone, the target will be overtaken by a love-struck stupor that leaves them unable to attack. The channeled effects of the wine can be used for up to 45 seconds.
Knight Weapon: A larger, much more ornate golden chalice filled with red wine with the symbol of Venus etched onto the decorative emblems. It never seems to tip or spill. The effects of the used wine are now boosted, and may leave the target with a slight wooziness after the stupor wears off. The channeled effects of the wine can be used for up to 60 seconds.
Summons -- A white unicorn with a large, extended horn. Attack/magic is still being decided!
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Posted: Sat Jul 01, 2017 4:31 pm
Hey there Uno! Septizodium looks good to me, have fun playing him! When you have come up with ideas for the magic with the summons, please post it here for review! 
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