APPLICATION FOR ENTRANCEWAY
Name: Mouette
LJ: alpineinnuendo
E-Mail: lamouettelunaire[at]gmail.com
IM: lackofcrocodiles
Character Name: Duke of Buckingham (aka. George Villiers, 1st Duke of Buckingham)
Series: The Three Musketeers (2011 movie version)
Timeline: Post-movie
Canon Resource Link: The Three Musketeers (2011 movie) and, probably less importantly The Three Musketeers (the original novel) as well as George Villiers (the original Duke of Buckingham)
Character Background:
To understand George Villiers, the first Duke of Buckingham, we must first look at the historical situation which-- Just kidding, there is about as much historical accuracy and realism in his canon source as there is diversity and vivaciousness in a can of beans.
Paul W.S. Anderson reinterprets Dumas' story with lots of flashes and bangs and you will have trouble finding anyone flashier than the Duke of Buckingham himself. The Enigma of the World is what the historical Buckingham has carved on his tomb and it's what the film's Buckingham flaunts with every step.
He enters the scene at Milady's betrayal of our three titular characters, not missing a beat before he seizes his opportunity to break into a taunting monologue before taking off with Athos's woman... and the stolen plans for an airship slash war machine, but let's not fool ourselves into thinking that plot carries all that much weight in this adaption.
Buckingham' may play an important role (he is, after all, the one King Louis's beloved Queen is framed to have had an affair with and proving these accusation to be false is the musketeers' main driving point throughout much of the film), but his very own involvement is small in comparison.
He pays a visit to Louis XIII's court to discuss a peace proposal with Cardinal Richelieu, although 'discuss' should perhaps be replaced by 'ridicule', given that the duke is remarkably confident in his country's superiority, not last thanks to the war machines he required one year prior in the film's opening sequence.
More "plot" (read: ninja stunts in fancy dresses) goes by and Buckingham is attacked by the musketeers in his own country, his own home, with his very own airship no less. Infuriated he-- He does not do much of anything anymore, given that the rest of the movie belongs to other characters, BUT we do meet him once more at the end, sailing towards the European shore with his fleet, eager to get back what's his... with interest.
But Wikipedia could tell everyone as much, so allow me to paint a brief picture of our dear Duke of Buckingham:
Arrogant, quite self-confident, over-confident perhaps, could he not boast with such a long winning streak. Spoiled brat is the actor's lovely description for his character and indeed, he does not take kindly to defeat and humiliation, unless it's the defeat and humiliation in which case he will gladly gloat and have a good laugh at the downfall of others.
Buckingham is rarely openly hostile however, unless precariously cornered, humiliated or enraged beyond situations in which he catches flies with honey rather than giant flamethrowers - a profitable strategy on many counts, given that the duke oh so enjoys hearing his own voice.
The nobleman carries himself with poise and his impeccable sense of fashion and knowledge the very latest trends *cough* in the early 17th Century *cough* is emphasised and played for laughs several times over. Regardless he isn't just all smoke and mirrors: His quick tongue is showcased often and his quick draw and weapon skills are at the very least hinted at (although no doubt he would prefer to see hands dirtied only if they aren't his own). The duke is sly, well-informed and knows who to trust... or rather, who not to.
(Lastly I would like to emphasise that 2011's movie will be my main source as far as his history and characterisation is concerned. Glances at the work of Dumas and the historical Buckingham will probably be taken every now and then, but they are only supplements to the flamboyant and swanky main course.)
Abilites/Special Powers:
If his swanky armoury is any indication then he has quite the knack for handling all sorts of firearms and likely keeps some fencing skills up his fancy purple sleeves, but it's all well within human limits, despite taking him from a Paul W.S. Anderson adaptation.
Third-Person Sample:
The brass telescope felt cold in his hand. The salty breeze was harsher than he remembered, though sometimes practicality simply had to be considered and riding on the waves would prove to be more prudent than riding on the wind. As Buckingham watched the airship - his airship - above engage in battle he found himself hoping for their success, at the very least their escape.
Some satisfaction could be gained from dragging the musketeers' bodies out of the ocean, certainly, but if they were to go to their graves then he would sincerely prefer to be the one to lead them there. After all his war machine was the least he had to regain considering the dent his pride had suffered after their attack.
Buckingham glanced back at the unconscious woman on deck. She had once been a glorious prize, a trophy to be collected from Athos along with the man's pride, but now she was merely the musketeer's refuse, so much of her appeal suddenly washed away. Ah, but perhaps that was merely the seaweed in her air. Even so she was still an asset in combat and he never appreciated her for their "emotional" connection.
Oh, but there were more important matters to think of, at least for the moment. The duke glanced ahead. Not enough time had passed for revenge to be served cold, but patience was a virtue he would gladly allow others to display in his stead. His lips twisted into a grin. His fleet was almost at the shore.
First-Person Sample:
Well, well, well. Colour me confused...
[ The Duke of Buckingham glances at his surroundings curiously. A few observations spring to mind, the most pressing being that he is supposed to be on a ship at sea, but instead he is... well, not. He looks up at the mansion. ]
Quaint. Very quaint indeed. A summer residence of sorts, perhaps? And this is... [ He picks up the communication device at his feet. ] ...apparently mine, until further notice, although speaking of which...
[ He taps the device with one finger. ]
I noticed that I'm not on the ship I was only moments ago and I don't have enough wine on board to shift the blame on it, so... [ His benign expression falters and he yells, really at no one in particular. ] Explain yourself, whoever is responsible for this!
LJ: alpineinnuendo
E-Mail: lamouettelunaire[at]gmail.com
IM: lackofcrocodiles
Character Name: Duke of Buckingham (aka. George Villiers, 1st Duke of Buckingham)
Series: The Three Musketeers (2011 movie version)
Timeline: Post-movie
Canon Resource Link: The Three Musketeers (2011 movie) and, probably less importantly The Three Musketeers (the original novel) as well as George Villiers (the original Duke of Buckingham)
Character Background:
To understand George Villiers, the first Duke of Buckingham, we must first look at the historical situation which-- Just kidding, there is about as much historical accuracy and realism in his canon source as there is diversity and vivaciousness in a can of beans.
Paul W.S. Anderson reinterprets Dumas' story with lots of flashes and bangs and you will have trouble finding anyone flashier than the Duke of Buckingham himself. The Enigma of the World is what the historical Buckingham has carved on his tomb and it's what the film's Buckingham flaunts with every step.
He enters the scene at Milady's betrayal of our three titular characters, not missing a beat before he seizes his opportunity to break into a taunting monologue before taking off with Athos's woman... and the stolen plans for an airship slash war machine, but let's not fool ourselves into thinking that plot carries all that much weight in this adaption.
Buckingham' may play an important role (he is, after all, the one King Louis's beloved Queen is framed to have had an affair with and proving these accusation to be false is the musketeers' main driving point throughout much of the film), but his very own involvement is small in comparison.
He pays a visit to Louis XIII's court to discuss a peace proposal with Cardinal Richelieu, although 'discuss' should perhaps be replaced by 'ridicule', given that the duke is remarkably confident in his country's superiority, not last thanks to the war machines he required one year prior in the film's opening sequence.
More "plot" (read: ninja stunts in fancy dresses) goes by and Buckingham is attacked by the musketeers in his own country, his own home, with his very own airship no less. Infuriated he-- He does not do much of anything anymore, given that the rest of the movie belongs to other characters, BUT we do meet him once more at the end, sailing towards the European shore with his fleet, eager to get back what's his... with interest.
But Wikipedia could tell everyone as much, so allow me to paint a brief picture of our dear Duke of Buckingham:
Arrogant, quite self-confident, over-confident perhaps, could he not boast with such a long winning streak. Spoiled brat is the actor's lovely description for his character and indeed, he does not take kindly to defeat and humiliation, unless it's the defeat and humiliation in which case he will gladly gloat and have a good laugh at the downfall of others.
Buckingham is rarely openly hostile however, unless precariously cornered, humiliated or enraged beyond situations in which he catches flies with honey rather than giant flamethrowers - a profitable strategy on many counts, given that the duke oh so enjoys hearing his own voice.
The nobleman carries himself with poise and his impeccable sense of fashion and knowledge the very latest trends *cough* in the early 17th Century *cough* is emphasised and played for laughs several times over. Regardless he isn't just all smoke and mirrors: His quick tongue is showcased often and his quick draw and weapon skills are at the very least hinted at (although no doubt he would prefer to see hands dirtied only if they aren't his own). The duke is sly, well-informed and knows who to trust... or rather, who not to.
(Lastly I would like to emphasise that 2011's movie will be my main source as far as his history and characterisation is concerned. Glances at the work of Dumas and the historical Buckingham will probably be taken every now and then, but they are only supplements to the flamboyant and swanky main course.)
Abilites/Special Powers:
If his swanky armoury is any indication then he has quite the knack for handling all sorts of firearms and likely keeps some fencing skills up his fancy purple sleeves, but it's all well within human limits, despite taking him from a Paul W.S. Anderson adaptation.
Third-Person Sample:
The brass telescope felt cold in his hand. The salty breeze was harsher than he remembered, though sometimes practicality simply had to be considered and riding on the waves would prove to be more prudent than riding on the wind. As Buckingham watched the airship - his airship - above engage in battle he found himself hoping for their success, at the very least their escape.
Some satisfaction could be gained from dragging the musketeers' bodies out of the ocean, certainly, but if they were to go to their graves then he would sincerely prefer to be the one to lead them there. After all his war machine was the least he had to regain considering the dent his pride had suffered after their attack.
Buckingham glanced back at the unconscious woman on deck. She had once been a glorious prize, a trophy to be collected from Athos along with the man's pride, but now she was merely the musketeer's refuse, so much of her appeal suddenly washed away. Ah, but perhaps that was merely the seaweed in her air. Even so she was still an asset in combat and he never appreciated her for their "emotional" connection.
Oh, but there were more important matters to think of, at least for the moment. The duke glanced ahead. Not enough time had passed for revenge to be served cold, but patience was a virtue he would gladly allow others to display in his stead. His lips twisted into a grin. His fleet was almost at the shore.
First-Person Sample:
Well, well, well. Colour me confused...
[ The Duke of Buckingham glances at his surroundings curiously. A few observations spring to mind, the most pressing being that he is supposed to be on a ship at sea, but instead he is... well, not. He looks up at the mansion. ]
Quaint. Very quaint indeed. A summer residence of sorts, perhaps? And this is... [ He picks up the communication device at his feet. ] ...apparently mine, until further notice, although speaking of which...
[ He taps the device with one finger. ]
I noticed that I'm not on the ship I was only moments ago and I don't have enough wine on board to shift the blame on it, so... [ His benign expression falters and he yells, really at no one in particular. ] Explain yourself, whoever is responsible for this!