|
Some Data
Dungeons & Dragons--through my perspective--encourages a player to build upon not only a character's combat and adventuring traits, but their personal traits as well. It is not glowing magical swords and magic that make a character memorable. It is personality, habits, and uniqueness that endear them to us so that we can feel attatched to them in some way, establishing a connection that leads to an enjoyable read an a lasting impression. Now naturally, just throwing some weird habits and ticks together doesn't make a character either, there is a balance to all things, but I've been focusing on the swords and spells of my characters for so long that I have never really worked out what really makes them individuals. Thus, if you will grace this entry with your presence and your ability to read the english language, I would like to list some interesting facts about the gang that you may not have known.
As is tradition, we'll start with Rakashi.
Rakashinnoryjindros
-Is double-jointed.
-Can play the violin and several small woodwind instruments.
-Loves warm, freshly baked bread.
-Is an accomplished fencer and duelist.
-Does not look good in gold.
-Has a rather limp grip.
-Tends to sleep only once in every two to five days at a time.
-Cannot sing very well, but likes to chant.
-Tuckers out quickly.
-Cannot whistle.
-Wears garments that are too big for him because clothing "often feels too constraining." (He is not a closet nudist.)
-Never casts spells that conjure acid.
-Enjoys sailing.
-Has written several books on inter-planar interaction, extraplanar travel, a number of bestiaries, a couple of histories, and even about his studies into souls and where they go when they shed their mortal coils.
-Does not know his true name. (No, it's not "Rakashinnoryjindros." wink
-Prefers the company of fey.
-Has kicked his habit of chewing on grass or leaves, but will sometimes do so when stressed.
-Cannot tie knots very well.
-Is a hopeless romantic.
-Is still in mourning.
-Prefers to use non-lethal spells, especially those that conjure wind.
-Hates sweets.
-Is not afraid of spiders.
Gnak Silverwillow
-Is very competitive.
-Can only count up to fifty.
-Is very popular with both wild and domestic canines.
-Has a sizable number of siblings, both alive and dead.
-Can only write in Common, though he can speak Sylvan.
-Enjoys a good jaunty drinking song.
-Can imitate voices almost perfectly.
-Does not like horses.
-Excels in hunting and killing elves and gnolls.
-Is not ambidexterous (is right handed).
-Does not like vegetables.
-Doesn't like being wet, because he knows that his fur smells terrible when soaked.
-Tends to hold a grudge.
-Does not produce hyena butter. (Thank god.)
-Has actually eaten a spider before.
Derek Stormblade
-Can swim very well.
-Surprisingly enough, is not afraid of intimacy.
-Is kind of weak for a man his age.
-Can cook up a mean stew.
-Is of elven heritage.
-Was born in Aglorand.
-Is a very good juggler.
-Hates the color red.
-Has terrible handwriting.
-Has never read a book in his life.
-Loves to show off.
-Made up the surname "Stormblade."
-Has a brother that he has never met.
-Likes apples [green or yellow--never red].
-Wears a cloth around the lower half of his face when he sleeps and even when he bathes.
-Is a lightweight when it comes to alcohol.
-Is tone-deaf.
-Never plans ahead. Ever.
-Does not like spiders.
Melopee Keplin
-Hates thunderstorms.
-Likes to hum or sing when she thinks no one is around.
-Is actually a strongheart halfling.
-Is rather stingey with money.
-Has a soft spot for dogs.
-Was orphaned at an early age.
-Becomes restless when sleeping alone.
-Does not like being the center of attention--especially with a large number of people present (stage fright).
-Enjoys climbing and being in high places.
-Hates wearing dresses. [Incidentally, pretty much all of my characters hate dresses. Except of course for Kalili and Volk. ...And Rakashi.]
-Is a very good grappler.
-Has a weakness for tales of heroism.
-Cannot read small print.
-Is afraid of spiders.
Dalsta Rhorjak
-Is only literate in Draconic.
-Is uncomfortable around non-humans. (Especially elves, excluding Rakashi of course.)
-Likes raw meat.
-Is an excellent listener.
-Has never worn are article of clothing that wasn't otherwise made from metal or leather/hide.
-Isn't very popular with animals.
-Holds great respect for intellectuals. (But naturally will not stand being talked down upon.)
-Is not a very good dancer.
-Can be quite tender should the need arise.
-Is not very good at expressing herself through words.
-Prefers physical contact.
-Is not afraid of spiders.
Lyathri Rae'lafernal [Loki]
-Isn't actually mute.
-Laments that he cannot sing.
-Enjoys peaceful, quiet places, especially when thinking something over.
-Prefers the shortbow over the longbow.
-Can be a rather dazzling dancer.
-Strictly adheres to orders (and laws and such).
-Has a bit of a lone-wolf complex.
-Does not understand wordplay.
-Hates flying.
-Can remain utterly motionless for hours on end.
-Can sleep standing up.
-Never lets go of his sword, even if suddenly stricken unconcious.
-Likes to dress in white.
-Does not want a hug.
-Is afraid of nothing.
Kalili Stormblade
-Is afraid of the dark.
-Loves to go to the theatre.
-Is an extremely patient person.
-Loves to whistle, but also likes to sing.
-Is incapable of taking anything seriously.
-Sometimes runs for no real reason.
-Doesn't like to eat in front of other people.
-Likes spiders.
Kalidair Stormblade
-Is extremely self-concious.
-Can hold a tune very well.
-Enjoys physical activities (running, climbing, jumping, etc.).
-Is very accepting of the undead.
-Doesn't like dogs (or spiders).
-Doesn't like being all serious, but usually finds that if she isn't, then no one else will be.
-Will start to get the shakes if seperated from her cloak.
-Likes sweets.
-Has a very good memory.
-Already mentioned about her and spiders.
[Incomplete]
|
Community Member