@lovely complex Honestly... I created the character and I can't tell. I designed him like pretty normal kid with a few quirks, kinda basing him off myself. *Deep Thought* Maybe I don't understand myself... *Deep Thought Over* Nah. But yeah, he's basically a normal guy who likes to mess with tech, but keeps in shape and has some good friends.
@Catchphrase Challenges will for the most part be very similar to the ones you can see on Survivor and Big Brother. This can range from physical triathlon type challenges to 1 VS. 1 challenges to mental puzzles to things similar to Fear Factor. For the first half of the roleplay, they will be team challenges and will have at least some focus on teams working together to win the challenge for that week. However, for the second half of the roleplay, the challenges will be everyone for themselves as teams will be dissolved and will be much less team oriented and much more competitive in nature.
For some examples of challenges from Survivor and Big Brother respectively, look here and here! Of course, these direct challenges may not be what's actually used, and of course, those that will be will be adapted to work well in a roleplaying environment. c:
Oh, I just remembered something I forgot to put about him. One of his jobs was being a doctors assistant, doing stuff like helping apply splints and bandages, cleaning wounds, etc... so he has a little medical training.
@Devo I think I've got a good label, how about "The Wild Card". If I can't even peg my character, how will anyone else? No one will know what to expect.
@lovely complex These are two very different types of wild we're playing with. Like in Uno terms, he's a Wild. Cass is a Wild Draw Four. One is annoying. The other makes you want to punch whoever played it in the face.
Save me a slot! I'll post a CS later this afternoon. I like the idea of actually voting off people. The RP has an end goal (for once).
I'm thinking like a soldier-type person. JROTC, wants to join the (military branch), ended up here to challenge himself because he's not very good at cooperation, and he wants some experience in it because it's a vital part of being a soldier.
@MatthiasAngel Reserved you a slot! And yeah, I really prefer RPs with a definite end goal so people can end the plot and finish their character's development arcs. c:
Wait, age goes up to 24? Heck with it. He's already in the military and is finishing his education. I forget how that works, so I'll look it up later. I think I'll make his weakness in intelligence (average everything) and in avoidance of drama, which will be interesting because there are a bunch of dramatic people there.
I'm definitely fine with that! A majority of the characters so far are either drama inclined, intelligence inclined, or both, so it'd be pretty neat to see someone not as dramatic in contrast. c:
Wears a Loft Jacket (MultiCam), black "USMC" shirt, Combat Pant LE01 (MultiCam), and black waterproof trail boots. He has a pair of black nylon gloves if it gets cold and silver-tinted aviator sunglasses if it gets sunny.
Personality: Disciplined, reliable, and polite, Kriss treats others with respect whether they deserve it or not. He is prepared to do the right thing, whatever it is, no matter how popular or unpopular it may be. He always has a goal, even if it's just "Make it through today alive." In the Marines, he was an active member of a team, but on his own he's a bit reserved, refusing to butt into conversations and leaving them immediately if they head in a direction he doesn't like. Approach with caution, because, friendly as he is, he is more than capable of silencing you (in more ways than one) if you seem like a threat. Please be nice.
History (Three sentences minimum): Kriss's father, Günther Alexander Mauser, was a pilot in the TaktLwG33, or Tactical Air Force Wing 33, for twenty years. At age 40, he spent several months in America, where he met Mary Ellen May, a registered nurse in the U.S. Army. Four years and one marriage later, Kristoffer Alexander Mauser was born. His father and mother brought the rigid, strict lifestyle into the home. As a result, Kriss more or less lived in his own version of "boot camp." You were up on time, home on time, and asleep on time. His parents were saved Christians, so you went to church every week and dressed for it. It was a lifestyle that a majority of teenagers would kill to get out of, but it stuck to him.
He was an active participant in the JNROTC in high school, graduating and joining the US Marine Corps at age 18. He entered the Marine Aviation department (after the 28-week "Basic School," which was his home life on steroids and then some), following his father in aviation combat. He dedicated himself to Christ as well, and reads a pocket bible and prays as part of his daily schedule, which includes a detailed workout and diet routine. As a result, he is clear-minded and extremely muscular. Despite the stereotype, Kriss chose to live under the "terms and conditions" his parents set. He saw safety in having rules and a plan for your life, rather than hindrance.
Four years later, he decided to go back and finish his education with a proper university degree. The Marines offer to pay 100% of student tuition expenses for remaining on active duty, so that's exactly what he did. As of now, Kriss is one year towards a degree in Civil Engineering, though that is subject to change.
Why do they want to win a million dollars?: Undecided on what to do with the money. Kriss mainly wants to win to represent the USMC's ability to do anything, even win a reality TV show.
On a scale of 1-5, how athletic are they?: 5
On a scale of 1-5, how intelligent are they?: 3
On a scale of 1-5, how social are they?: 1.5
Anything else you want to add?: -Kriss carries a shirt-pocket KJV New Testament that he reads regularly, along with a small notebook and pencil for sketching and note-taking. -Kriss is a Green Belt in the MCMAP (Marine Corps Martial Art Program).
Intermediate Knife Techniques Intermediate Weapon of Opportunity Techniques (Blocking) Intermediate Ground Fighting w/ Arm Bars Intermediate Bayonet Training Intermediate Chokes (from the side) Intermediate Throws (Shoulder) Lower Body Strikes Counters to Strikes Unarmed Joint Manipulations w/ Enhanced Pain Compliance
-Kriss wants to join the "Black Knights" Fighter Attack Squadron. He has the Black Knights "VMFA-314" (the name of the squadron is VMFA-314) patch stitched onto the left sleeve of his jacket for inspiration.
Hey, I've been reading over my CS and the other CS sheets, and I'm going to have to drop out. My character really doesn't fit the RP, and he wouldn't get along at all with the current roster, which would get him voted out ASAP. Sorry.