[OOC] Reign of Weade's [realistic medieval RP]

[Partisan]

Rambling is fine as it brings some life to the OOC I think. :) I'll see a CS pop up when it does if you decide to join. : I think we can use 1/2 more people and then we can start.

[Smooth]

I got pretty restless out of boredom, so I ended up churning this out earlier than expected. And holy hell is it a pain to post on mobile. I probably have to go over and re-format the CS once I get onto my laptop in the morning.

Evan Finn

Evan Finn "You might want to re-think that."

Full name: Evan Finn Titles: Apprentice Scribe Social rank: Knight-born (technically a peasant I would guess) Job or societal position: courtly Scribe Age:20 Gender: Male Appearance: When Evan was younger, he was relentlessly bullied by his peers for having rather sharp, rodent like features, particularly with his pointed nose and smallish eyes. Most often, he would be called "Ratface" or some similarly charming appellation. To his pleasure, these features would grow less pronounced as he grew older, although not enough to shake the association with rodents. He has short unkempt hair, the color of which seemingly unable to decide between blond and light brown. His build is slight; taller than one might expect from initial descriptions. Personality: He is a fairly quiet young fellow, preferring to let others take the initiative in conversation and speaking only what he feels is necessary and only after some thought. He keeps to himself. Given how he grew up, he can be initially wary of people and holds a general disdain for physically imposing men. He'd rather avoid confrontations than try to get back at any aggressors, seeing as the amount of effort put into retaliating verbally or physically is simply not worth it. History: Simple enough, Evan is the only son of Sir Ilan Finn - a commoner turned guard turned captain of Winterhouse's guard, knighted for his distinguished service to Rikard Weade - and a maid in the keep's kitchen. When he was born, everybody expected Evan to take after his father, a stout man. But Ilan's child had been sickly, lighter than most babes when they were born. It would not be unexpected if Evan had died in infancy or even his childhood, with the harsh chill of the north. But he lived. His mother died of illness during a particularly harsh winter when Evan was barely 7. His father did his best to raise him alone, although admittedly Ilan could never bring himself to fully embrace what his weak son was. Although it was hardly Evan's fault, it was still a small shame for Ilan. His weak constitution as a boy ensured that he would never be a warrior, and rather than have him struggle with following his father's path Ilan had him placed under the care of the keep's Senior Scribe, Barnabas. Evan had no problems with the changes this brought about in his life. For one, it would mean the end of getting pushed around by the bigger boys and he would get to stay indoors. He came to greatly enjoy reading and learning. Under Barnabas' tutelage, he learned history, geography, politics, literature... In fact, his own level of education was almost on par with Rikard's children. He is set to take Barnabas' place, as the man was getting up there in the years, and his eyesight was starting to fail him. Given the nature of the Whiteland's masters, the position is somewhat superficial as the Weade preferred to take matters into their own hands, and that included letter writing, which would normally be a scribe's duty. As it was, Evan was mostly trained in record-keeping and occasionally preserving manuscripts and maps by copying them. Skills: Reading & writing, with a natural instinct for picking on subtleties and implications Dreams and fears: Once upon a time, Evan might have held dreams of becoming a knight known in all the lands for his prowess in combat and chivalrous nature. He has outgrown such desires for the most part. Now, he holds little ambition. As long as there is a warm fireplace, food at the table, and no prospect of violence, he is content. Thereby, no happiness would be gained by losing his comforts for any extended period of time. Favored equipment: Quill pens, ink and parchment. But most importantly, a sharp mind. Extra: Nothing to put here, really

[Partisan]

Looks good!

[Jonnyh447]

Hehe, in my country we can get those shrooms' legally. :P Not that I'd ever do that..

@Partisan

They're legal in my country until you dry 'em out ;) I don't usually advise people to drugs but if you're every going to go down that path Mushrooms can't be beaten IMHO. Only 'drug' I've ever taken and not regretted it in one way or another...

[Partisan]

I got plenty of friends that have done lots of stuff (yes, even the hard stuff) and I'd rather not go down that path. :

[Jonnyh447]

I commend you for being able to keep yourself away from that lifestyle, especially if you have friends like it. For all I think mushrooms are great I also realise how much drugs can ruin people's lives, I think the trick is to always make sure you're the one in charge, or even better just stay away from it like you are. :)

[Partisan]

Well since I do martial arts and I compete in the name of my school I'd rather stay as healthy as I can you see ;)

[Izaka Sazaka]

What kind of martial arts do you compete in?

[Partisan]

I do Tang Soo Do, which is the traditional form of Taekwondo. Basically, the forms are compareable, but we don't use body armor for sparring and we have punch, kick and grapple self defense techniques we need to learn as well. That aside we have weapon forms as well (jang bong, swords, daggers, double staff.. you get the idea.) and a more profound appearance of respect and tradition in training/fights. I could go on for hours but for anyone not interested saying ''its like Taekwondo'' is usually enough.

[Izaka Sazaka]

I actually have a keen interest in martial arts, having studied, among other things, taekwondo, boxing, kendo, fencing, and judo before moving on to MMA. Honestly, if I could get the chance to learn broadsword that 'd definitely be my next discipline.

[Partisan]

Check this! It's not exactly broadsword but it's awesome none the less. Plus that music..

[Izaka Sazaka]

Edited profiles and included histories. Awaiting approval.

[Partisan]

Should be good, I'm thinking about starting the IC, unless anyone feels like we should wait?

[DeltaV]

I should have a character made by this afternoon. I'd appreciate if you could wait for me.

[Partisan]

I shall wait as I know FallenMuse is also still working on hers. I'd like to start tomorrow at least however. Can't wait to see your character though. Also, is it just me or is the court really full of just backstabbers and spies?

[Izaka Sazaka]

Also, is it just me or is the court really full of just backstabbers and spies?

@Partisan

You were going for a realistic feel right?

[Partisan]

Heeeeh. I guess that's true. :P What happened to the loyal servants, with unwavering morale and never ending loyalty to their true liegelord!?

[Smooth]

Also, is it just me or is the court really full of just backstabbers and spies?

@Partisan

It's totally your imagination.

[Partisan]

I guess I'm paranoid like that.

[Izaka Sazaka]

Heeeeh. I guess that's true. :P What happened to the loyal servants, with unwavering morale and never ending loyalty to their true liegelord!?

@Partisan

Loyalty is so last century.