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Character: Auel Neider
Series: Gundam SEED Destiny
Character Age: Never stated in canon - assumed to be around 16
Canon [minor spoilers ahead]: Auel is a brash, reckless pilot for the Earth Alliance. He is part of a special military group called "Phantom Pain" (along with Sting Oakley and Stellar Loussier), commanded by Neo Lorrnoke.
Each of them has a "block word", which is designed to completely halt whatever they were previously doing; speaking the word causes them to have a sort of large-scale panic attack. Auel's block word is 'mother', and in one episode of GSD he says it himself accidentally, triggering a self-induced panic, in which he falls to the floor in tears. He doesn't get a lot of character development in the series, but what we do see is a kid who's merciless (though perhaps not completely heartless), cocky, and moderately insane.
Sample Post:
You're kidding me, right? Come on. Come on. I black out for god knows how long, only to wake up to this shit? Can someone whack me in the head with a bat or something so I can go back to nothingness? You know you've got yourself a hellhole of a place when your visitors would rather be unconscious than spend their waking moments in your fine establishment.
Okay, uh, my name is Auel Neider and I am here by mistake, so can I get a cab or something? You can even shuttle me into space if you want, I don't give a shit. I'd colonize another planet myself before I took up residence here. 'Fraid I can't tell you much more, because then I'd have to kill you. Which is not to say I won't kill you anyway, just sayin'.
...What? No, it's Auel, not Owl. Yeah, 'hoot hoot', you think I haven't heard that one before? Get away from me before I put a bullet in your ass.
Oh, nice welcoming committee you've got here, by the way. They gave me some piece of shit gun when I got here, as if I didn't already have a much better one on me. And by 'they' I mean, uh, giant purple gorillas. Either I'm frying on mushrooms right now, or whoever set this place up was when they did it. I'm hoping it's the former, because that means I can leave afterwards.
For now, though, I don't really have that option, seeing as there's a giant-ass wall between myself and freedom. If this isn't just a bad trip, it's probably a really bad prank. Yeah, real funny, Neo, you bastard. Do you see me laughing? You're so funny! Haha! Did you bring Sting and Stellar here, too? Or is it just because I'm your favorite that you dropped me here? Man, if I find out this was your doing, I swear to god I'll roast your ass over an open flame, and then feed you to the...uh. Zombies.
Zombies? Oh, this is just rich.
Poll Vote!
Character: Yukito Tsukishiro
Series: CardCaptor Sakura
Character Age: 17
Canon: (Some spoilers!) Hello, ladies and gentlemen! Our theme of the day is “analogies”. Yukito Tsukishiro is a bit like the sun- he’s friendly, cheerful, optimistic, and if you stare at him too long you might hurt your eyes- shoujo sparkles can be pretty bright . He can do a little bit of everything, and he was practically created to be the dream boy for girls everywhere- which, as his canon is by CLAMP, means he’s irreversibly gay for his best friend. Understanding and considerate, Yukito’s main faults are that he’s a little too nice sometimes, a tad bit clueless, and has an appetite worthy of a shounen retard.
Yukito is also the false form of Yue, a magical being created by the magician Clow Reed to judge and protect his successor. Yue, in contrast to Yukito, is like the moon- as he should be, the moon being what supplies his power. To put it simply, Yue doesn’t generally like other people, to the point where he doesn’t even like to take control over from Yukito. Though at first he may be cold, he can warm up to someone, and if you earn his loyalty you’ll have it for life.
Note: Yukito is taken from the end of the series, so he's aware of Yue.
Sample Post:
For a swamp, this place has some very pretty scenery! Like that tree over there with the pink flowers. I’ve never seen a tree with so many flowers! …Ahaha, silly me; those aren’t flowers! But then why does the sign say, “Love Flower Tree”? But other than the, um, blossoms, it seems like a normal tree. I think there’s even a squirrel on one of the branches! Hello Squirrel-san! You’re very cute.
…And have very large teeth! I bet those come in handy when you’re trying to eat nuts and… whatever is it that you’re holding! It almost looks like a finger, but of course it couldn’t b… um.
You… probably shouldn’t eat things like that, Squirrel-san! It’s not good for you. And- oh, is that a goat? I think it is! Bye, Squirrel-san!
This camp is certainly very interesting! Though I’m starting to think it might not be Camp Food for Ultra Delight after all. The fruit I saw earlier looked very good, but those are the only types of food I’ve seen! Instead I’ve seen a lot of unique wildlife. I didn’t think rabbits came in those colors!
I’ve probably seen enough of the wildlife though- I should start looking for the main camp. The pamphlet said that the laughing should lead the way, but the toucans in the trees are too loud to hear much else! Except I think I did hear something just a second ago, but it sounded more like a groan than laughter. I wonder what it- aah!
-I’m sorry, miss, that was very rude! You just surprised me; I wasn’t expecting anyone else to be around and…
…I think I know why that squirrel had a finger now!
Poll Vote!
Character: Perian (Peri for short)
Series: Waterdance by Anne Logston
Age: ~15-17
Canon: Peri is the second child of the High Lord and Lady of Agrond: dearly loved if not well understood, and definitely not the focus of attention. Fostered with one of her mother's Bregondish horse clan relatives for half of her life, she learned to enjoy and excel at swordplay and riding horses as well as the 39 arts considered suitable for a young lady of noble birth preparing for marriage. All of her training instilled within her a deep and abiding sense of honor and some practicality that Peri lives by.
Her marriage to her best friend (and thus her life) was set, until her magical affinities for water and healing came to her family's attention and turned her life upside down, making her into her aunt's almost-heir and dissolving her simple plans.
Sample Post:
Hello? Do you live here? Oh, good. I'm trying to find the market place around here. I just need a horse and a mage to help with your barrier, so I can get out of here and find my uncle. I don't have much, but I'm sure I can pay whoever it is back as soon as I get back. I know I don't have much, but I have some spare trade goods that I can part with. I'm sure I can send something back once I reach my home again. Maybe some internets if you want? Some people here seem to value it highly, after all, if the mobs that got me after I crossed your barrier are any indication.
To tell the truth, I'm a bit surprised at this place. I had no idea that there was any natural standing water around here, so close to the Sarkond border, let alone drinking water! I thought they would have raided it all by now, or traded you their magic for it, or something...then again, I know I've never heard of this place, if the wildlife is any judge? I know we don't have anything purple running around at home. Nothing so aggressive, anyway. Unless you count my brother's suitors, but I'm not suposed to use a sword on them, mores the pity.
Oh! And do you happen to have a lake in distress around here? Something "bad touched"? I am so going to have to apologize to my aunt when I get home, but I didn't think it'd speak to me.
Poll Vote!
Character: Matsumoto Rangiku
Series: Bleach
Character Age: Probably centuries, but looks young enough to be in high school.
Canon: Bleach is the story of Kurosaki Ichigo, an "average" teenaged boy who is thrown into the life and times of the, well, afterlife. Because apparently, even ghosts can have power levels of over nine thousand. During his adventures on the set of "As Our Soul Society Turns", Ichigo is faced with life-changing decisions, memorable characters, soul-scarring (literally!) battles, and world-altering events. Or you know, just your basic brand of shounen FAITO where the strong are strong and the men bleed enough for blood-banks to go out of business.
Matsumoto Rangiku is the vice-captain of the tenth Shinigami division in Soul Society. This means she gets such exciting privileges as sleeping in the office, avoiding paperwork, going on research missions to the living world, fighting enemies to the near-death, and having the opportunity to enjoy lettuce and ice cream sundaes. On the surface, Rangiku appears to be lazy, laid-back, fun-loving, and irresponsible. However, she's completely loyal to Soul Society and her Captain, Hitsugaya, and will fight even her childhood companions for their sake. She does her duty, even if it may hurt, and afterwards, drinks with friends to help soothe over any sore feelings . . . and no matter how close they are, she can and will still point out when they're being morons.
Sample App:
What's happening in this camp, guys?
In this corner, we have exhibit A: Stacks and stacks of paperwork detailing the whereabouts of our missing members. From a time period extending from . . . 2000 years ago to four minute-- what is this, this can't be right. Well, they're not pleased about that, I'll tell you. The rest of us are having to pick up the slack. Except for, you know, the part where some of us are picking up the pieces of paper once certain captains get through with them.
They thought, let's send someone to investigate the cause of the disappearances! Of course, I was selected, since it appears the people who are more qualified are, as these things happen, already gone. Also, America sounded like fun. So here I am, after three wrong turns, a right, an "airplane", a snake, a snake ON the airplane, a mystery machine, a runaway bus, three drag queens, five weddings, and a funeral, which brings me to . . .
Exhibit B, how we managed to finally track everyone down~ Thank goodness that Ikkaku shines his head daily, or we never would have caught the light reflecting off of it. Good job, Ikkaku~ It's even better than the usual high tech spirit detectors! Ikkaku, your mother says "hi". You remember, with the bells and the eye patch. He hopes you're taking very good care of Vice-Captain Yachiru and remembering to read her bedtime stories, make sure she eats right, is clean on a regular basis, kills at least one person per day, and that sort of thing.
Or you'll know what he'll do~ ♫
Bit of a weird place here, isn't it? Sure, the sky is relatively clean, and the scenery is lovely. I didn't know trees could bend that way or that knotholes went that far. I bet I could lose my hand up there! But there's something rotten in the state of Louisiana, and it's not just those "zombies". And wow, do they stink. I haven't smelled something this bad since there was the confusion of the ghost, the murder, and Colonel Custard in the library with a wrench.
Alright, maybe not that bad, and it's decent once you get used to it, but this still doesn't rank high on my list of vacation spots. So let's just get in and out of this quick, okay, just like Renji's -- oh! Hey, is that one of those mystical white vans I've heard so much about? With no windows, and the bars on the back door, and the magnetic attraction to children. Oh, and the pictures of ice cream and cheery music. Looks like it. Hey, driver, how about hooking me up with some--
H-hey! What does "tits or GTFO" mean?!
I have tits.
Poll Vote!
Character: Anya
Series: Anastasia
Age: 18
Canon: An adaptation of the legend of the Russian grand duchess Anastasia, this film imagines that Anastasia escapes the Imperial Palace during the October Revolution and survives the execution of the Imperial family. At this time, she knocks her head, gets amnesia and becomes an orphan named 'Anya'. Years later, she's set free from her orphanage and tries to make her way to Paris to find her forgotten family, due to the mysterious words 'Together in Paris' on a pendant she's had since she was a child.
Anya herself knows what she wants and is stubborn enough to try and get it. Optimistic, brave and smart, she's fully ready to attempt taking on the world to try and achieve her dreams. Not only that, she's trusting, but also armed with a prime weapon known as 'snark' and uses it well.
Sample Post:
Excuse me! Excuse me! Hey, are you deaf or something? I've been trying to get your attention for five minutes! Heeeelllooooo--
Oh. Well, the lack of ears may explain it.
No offense intended or anything, I was just asking for directions. I swear, you look away for a second and then you find yourself stuck in a dark, dank, smelly swamp. And did I mention ominous? Because this place is really ominous.
But forgoing the foreboding feeling of doom and, yech, the smell, I guess I'll head north. At least, I think Paris is north... But what was that? 'Don't head North!', you say? Okay okay, I get the picture! You don't have to make a song and dance out of it. Really. You don't. Or at least you could make the actions more fluid and less like you're about to jump someone in an alleyway. See? Once you get the hang of it, there's nothing to it!
Also there's really no need to prepare a feast. I mean, I understand that I can have this sort of effect on people, but it's not like I need the fanfare or the trumpets and I certainly don't need the royal treatment, though it's a swell welcome and all. Not that I have a problem with it either, oh no, there's no specific problem, per se. Just, uh-- the SEATING! Everyone is having to shift in order to make way for someone's husband, or daughter, or left tentacle. Another table is being fetched!
So you see, all this fuss isn't necessary. But while you guys try to sort it out, I'll... I'll go and survey the area. On the bright side, maybe I'll even find my way back to the road to Paris!
...what do you mean I can't leave? Is there something wrong with my passport? Just because the ink isn't blood-- y-you mean 'blood' as only the colour 'blood red', right? No? Okay, scratch this being a warm welcome, that's just creepy.
Poll Vote!
Applicant #1
Name: Shinku (Reiner Rubin/Pure Ruby)
Age: …who knows? 15 or so.
Series: Rozen Maiden
Canon: When a man gets too lonely and depressed, he shuts himself off from the world and decides to make the humans that will love, care for, and never judge him; humans that can strive to be the perfect, ideal ladies. In reality, this never works out and the social recluses usually end up in a nuthouse or picking people off from the top of a tower with a rifle, but this is anime, so you know his wish came true.
One of those "humans" is Shinku, who is not so much human as she is a doll. A very lovingly-crafted, exquisite doll with designs fresh from the Victorian era of Europe, complete with an adorable pink cane, little polished shoes, and a flaring red bonnet.
She is also as bossy as she wants to be. Shinku takes pride in correcting you and cane-thwacking your leg the moment you question that correction. She's as aristocratically arrogant as she is polite, and nearly nothing shakes her from her poise. Despite being the fifth of the anti-social Rozen's creation line, the other dolls look to Shinku quite often as an elder sister figure and leader. She cares quite deeply for her loved ones and her father to the point where she begins making fantastically-retarded-yet-elegant decisions concerning not only their daily lives, but the perilous tournament all seven doll sisters must participate in: The Alice Game.
It's best not to oppose her. Her cane hand is strong, and you'll only delay the time it will take for her to stare you down and demand you make her a cup of tea like the servant you are.
Sample Post:
This is, so far, the worst part of waking up.
It is unbecoming of an animal to moan in such a manner. Particularly when they are in the wrong--my clothes clearly do not draw any similarities to a sanitary napkin. It's your own fault for not utilizing common sense, so please stop being so noisy. I hardly even struck you any harder than you were hugging me. Now, we could begin again if you act in a courteous manner befitting your pride as a large, booming ape. I will not take that back--you are what you are. Have some confidence.
I am Shinku, fifth doll of the Rozen Maiden, and you are responsible for removing me from my case. As such, you shall have to take accountability for your actions and direct me to a nearby human dwelling. I'm afraid any contract possible through you would be a disaster, as we are worlds apart. For instance, the typical method of me accepting a medium--not you, thankfully--would be kissing my hand, and I am filthy enough as is. Grooming my hair for ticks was also out of the question, as well as mishandling my bonnet. And do not think I have forgotten about that--you will regurgitate it immediately or I will be very cross.
... There is no use in begging, please just accept this gracefully. And tell your fellows the same--their howling is unseeming and attracting unwanted viewers. Your affairs are your own, and I cannot rightly assist you after such rude behavior. Not even for whatever ordeal you may have in mind. And I'll not say again to keep your hands to yourself--poking me and pointing to your colleges is juvenile and grounds for punishment.
... At the very least, if you have this much intelligence, then direct me to where I could acquire a cup of tea. This lesson is getting tiresome, and even my patience is beginning to wear.
... That is...it's absolutely...it's very shiny...you'd think a king would have better taste than to spell their title out on a...and with such lustrous jewelry...this is for me?
... I suppose I'll have to stick around and teach you properly. Mn...from here on, you're my--hos? More of your bizarre speaking habits. Very well, then, my noisy hos. Bring me a passable brew.
Applicant #2
Character: Shinku
Series: Rozen Maiden
Age: Doll (looks like 14?)
Canon: Shinku is the perfect embodiment of a Victorian aristocrat -- only she's three feet tall and has ball joints. That's right, Shinku is a dolly, and what's more, she can kick ass. She is the fifth doll in the 'Rozen Maiden' series, created by a mysterious doll maker who had the incredible power to give life to his creations -- and clearly the best way to use this miraculous ability is to create seven dolls and pit them against each other in a Barbie Battle Royale. It's called the 'Alice Game', where each doll battles to the death in order to capture the others' Roza Mystica, basically their 'soul', and become the perfect maiden "Alice" in order to finally meet their creator.
Shinku is imperious, commanding, and always proper. She likes tea, acquiring servants, and loves the tv star/puppet "Detective Kun-kun". She dislikes junk (in general), junk (Suigintou), and the violent nature of the Alice game that pits her against her sisters. She has a tendency to be a bit of a know-it-all and sulks when embarrassed.
Note: Characterization is based on the manga.
Sample Post:
My, what a primitive place. One could even say 'tasteless' -- I am disappointed in your director as a host. If one invites a maiden to her home, she should be prepared to ensure the comforts of the maiden. Paving your swamp would do wonders, since these muddy paths have made my dress dirty. I haven't even been greeted properly. I've only spoken to To Die For Careers, the... 'temp agency' that has provided me with a temporary servant. He is painfully useless, but I haven't the heart to scold the agency properly, because they have very kind intentions. I'm told they aid the poor and unfortunate humans that suffer from respiratory and pulmonary deficiency and OCS, obsessive cranial snacking. I believe it is informally known in the medical world as 'Zombification'.
However, I won't let that interfere with my duty. I'm here because I received a letter from the great Detective Kun-kun. He is in dire need of my assistance with a most insidious murder case -- it is a tale of intrigue, betrayal, wicked plots and gruesome death. I definitely will not let him down.
Even more importantly, though, I require a cup of tea, heated to exactly 95 degrees Celsius and brought here in no more than fifteen minutes. My temporary servant is quite lacking. Despite their assurances that his 'tea-brewing power level is over 9000', he gets his fingers in the tea and leaves them there. It ruins the delicate balance of the flavour.
I'm in the market for a much more suitable servant -- preferably one who can correctly brew, and has the proper colouring. It seems purple is a colour to be wary of, as those who wear it don't take instruction very well.
I am also accepting donations on behalf of the Zombification Support Group -- it seems their braaaaaiiiins fund is quite lacking.
Poll Vote!
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Character: Auel Neider
Series: Gundam SEED Destiny
Character Age: Never stated in canon - assumed to be around 16
Canon [minor spoilers ahead]: Auel is a brash, reckless pilot for the Earth Alliance. He is part of a special military group called "Phantom Pain" (along with Sting Oakley and Stellar Loussier), commanded by Neo Lorrnoke.
Each of them has a "block word", which is designed to completely halt whatever they were previously doing; speaking the word causes them to have a sort of large-scale panic attack. Auel's block word is 'mother', and in one episode of GSD he says it himself accidentally, triggering a self-induced panic, in which he falls to the floor in tears. He doesn't get a lot of character development in the series, but what we do see is a kid who's merciless (though perhaps not completely heartless), cocky, and moderately insane.
Sample Post:
You're kidding me, right? Come on. Come on. I black out for god knows how long, only to wake up to this shit? Can someone whack me in the head with a bat or something so I can go back to nothingness? You know you've got yourself a hellhole of a place when your visitors would rather be unconscious than spend their waking moments in your fine establishment.
Okay, uh, my name is Auel Neider and I am here by mistake, so can I get a cab or something? You can even shuttle me into space if you want, I don't give a shit. I'd colonize another planet myself before I took up residence here. 'Fraid I can't tell you much more, because then I'd have to kill you. Which is not to say I won't kill you anyway, just sayin'.
...What? No, it's Auel, not Owl. Yeah, 'hoot hoot', you think I haven't heard that one before? Get away from me before I put a bullet in your ass.
Oh, nice welcoming committee you've got here, by the way. They gave me some piece of shit gun when I got here, as if I didn't already have a much better one on me. And by 'they' I mean, uh, giant purple gorillas. Either I'm frying on mushrooms right now, or whoever set this place up was when they did it. I'm hoping it's the former, because that means I can leave afterwards.
For now, though, I don't really have that option, seeing as there's a giant-ass wall between myself and freedom. If this isn't just a bad trip, it's probably a really bad prank. Yeah, real funny, Neo, you bastard. Do you see me laughing? You're so funny! Haha! Did you bring Sting and Stellar here, too? Or is it just because I'm your favorite that you dropped me here? Man, if I find out this was your doing, I swear to god I'll roast your ass over an open flame, and then feed you to the...uh. Zombies.
Zombies? Oh, this is just rich.
Poll Vote!
Character: Yukito Tsukishiro
Series: CardCaptor Sakura
Character Age: 17
Canon: (Some spoilers!) Hello, ladies and gentlemen! Our theme of the day is “analogies”. Yukito Tsukishiro is a bit like the sun- he’s friendly, cheerful, optimistic, and if you stare at him too long you might hurt your eyes- shoujo sparkles can be pretty bright . He can do a little bit of everything, and he was practically created to be the dream boy for girls everywhere- which, as his canon is by CLAMP, means he’s irreversibly gay for his best friend. Understanding and considerate, Yukito’s main faults are that he’s a little too nice sometimes, a tad bit clueless, and has an appetite worthy of a shounen retard.
Yukito is also the false form of Yue, a magical being created by the magician Clow Reed to judge and protect his successor. Yue, in contrast to Yukito, is like the moon- as he should be, the moon being what supplies his power. To put it simply, Yue doesn’t generally like other people, to the point where he doesn’t even like to take control over from Yukito. Though at first he may be cold, he can warm up to someone, and if you earn his loyalty you’ll have it for life.
Note: Yukito is taken from the end of the series, so he's aware of Yue.
Sample Post:
For a swamp, this place has some very pretty scenery! Like that tree over there with the pink flowers. I’ve never seen a tree with so many flowers! …Ahaha, silly me; those aren’t flowers! But then why does the sign say, “Love Flower Tree”? But other than the, um, blossoms, it seems like a normal tree. I think there’s even a squirrel on one of the branches! Hello Squirrel-san! You’re very cute.
…And have very large teeth! I bet those come in handy when you’re trying to eat nuts and… whatever is it that you’re holding! It almost looks like a finger, but of course it couldn’t b… um.
You… probably shouldn’t eat things like that, Squirrel-san! It’s not good for you. And- oh, is that a goat? I think it is! Bye, Squirrel-san!
This camp is certainly very interesting! Though I’m starting to think it might not be Camp Food for Ultra Delight after all. The fruit I saw earlier looked very good, but those are the only types of food I’ve seen! Instead I’ve seen a lot of unique wildlife. I didn’t think rabbits came in those colors!
I’ve probably seen enough of the wildlife though- I should start looking for the main camp. The pamphlet said that the laughing should lead the way, but the toucans in the trees are too loud to hear much else! Except I think I did hear something just a second ago, but it sounded more like a groan than laughter. I wonder what it- aah!
-I’m sorry, miss, that was very rude! You just surprised me; I wasn’t expecting anyone else to be around and…
…I think I know why that squirrel had a finger now!
Poll Vote!
Character: Perian (Peri for short)
Series: Waterdance by Anne Logston
Age: ~15-17
Canon: Peri is the second child of the High Lord and Lady of Agrond: dearly loved if not well understood, and definitely not the focus of attention. Fostered with one of her mother's Bregondish horse clan relatives for half of her life, she learned to enjoy and excel at swordplay and riding horses as well as the 39 arts considered suitable for a young lady of noble birth preparing for marriage. All of her training instilled within her a deep and abiding sense of honor and some practicality that Peri lives by.
Her marriage to her best friend (and thus her life) was set, until her magical affinities for water and healing came to her family's attention and turned her life upside down, making her into her aunt's almost-heir and dissolving her simple plans.
Sample Post:
Hello? Do you live here? Oh, good. I'm trying to find the market place around here. I just need a horse and a mage to help with your barrier, so I can get out of here and find my uncle. I don't have much, but I'm sure I can pay whoever it is back as soon as I get back. I know I don't have much, but I have some spare trade goods that I can part with. I'm sure I can send something back once I reach my home again. Maybe some internets if you want? Some people here seem to value it highly, after all, if the mobs that got me after I crossed your barrier are any indication.
To tell the truth, I'm a bit surprised at this place. I had no idea that there was any natural standing water around here, so close to the Sarkond border, let alone drinking water! I thought they would have raided it all by now, or traded you their magic for it, or something...then again, I know I've never heard of this place, if the wildlife is any judge? I know we don't have anything purple running around at home. Nothing so aggressive, anyway. Unless you count my brother's suitors, but I'm not suposed to use a sword on them, mores the pity.
Oh! And do you happen to have a lake in distress around here? Something "bad touched"? I am so going to have to apologize to my aunt when I get home, but I didn't think it'd speak to me.
Poll Vote!
Character: Matsumoto Rangiku
Series: Bleach
Character Age: Probably centuries, but looks young enough to be in high school.
Canon: Bleach is the story of Kurosaki Ichigo, an "average" teenaged boy who is thrown into the life and times of the, well, afterlife. Because apparently, even ghosts can have power levels of over nine thousand. During his adventures on the set of "As Our Soul Society Turns", Ichigo is faced with life-changing decisions, memorable characters, soul-scarring (literally!) battles, and world-altering events. Or you know, just your basic brand of shounen FAITO where the strong are strong and the men bleed enough for blood-banks to go out of business.
Matsumoto Rangiku is the vice-captain of the tenth Shinigami division in Soul Society. This means she gets such exciting privileges as sleeping in the office, avoiding paperwork, going on research missions to the living world, fighting enemies to the near-death, and having the opportunity to enjoy lettuce and ice cream sundaes. On the surface, Rangiku appears to be lazy, laid-back, fun-loving, and irresponsible. However, she's completely loyal to Soul Society and her Captain, Hitsugaya, and will fight even her childhood companions for their sake. She does her duty, even if it may hurt, and afterwards, drinks with friends to help soothe over any sore feelings . . . and no matter how close they are, she can and will still point out when they're being morons.
Sample App:
What's happening in this camp, guys?
In this corner, we have exhibit A: Stacks and stacks of paperwork detailing the whereabouts of our missing members. From a time period extending from . . . 2000 years ago to four minute-- what is this, this can't be right. Well, they're not pleased about that, I'll tell you. The rest of us are having to pick up the slack. Except for, you know, the part where some of us are picking up the pieces of paper once certain captains get through with them.
They thought, let's send someone to investigate the cause of the disappearances! Of course, I was selected, since it appears the people who are more qualified are, as these things happen, already gone. Also, America sounded like fun. So here I am, after three wrong turns, a right, an "airplane", a snake, a snake ON the airplane, a mystery machine, a runaway bus, three drag queens, five weddings, and a funeral, which brings me to . . .
Exhibit B, how we managed to finally track everyone down~ Thank goodness that Ikkaku shines his head daily, or we never would have caught the light reflecting off of it. Good job, Ikkaku~ It's even better than the usual high tech spirit detectors! Ikkaku, your mother says "hi". You remember, with the bells and the eye patch. He hopes you're taking very good care of Vice-Captain Yachiru and remembering to read her bedtime stories, make sure she eats right, is clean on a regular basis, kills at least one person per day, and that sort of thing.
Or you'll know what he'll do~ ♫
Bit of a weird place here, isn't it? Sure, the sky is relatively clean, and the scenery is lovely. I didn't know trees could bend that way or that knotholes went that far. I bet I could lose my hand up there! But there's something rotten in the state of Louisiana, and it's not just those "zombies". And wow, do they stink. I haven't smelled something this bad since there was the confusion of the ghost, the murder, and Colonel Custard in the library with a wrench.
Alright, maybe not that bad, and it's decent once you get used to it, but this still doesn't rank high on my list of vacation spots. So let's just get in and out of this quick, okay, just like Renji's -- oh! Hey, is that one of those mystical white vans I've heard so much about? With no windows, and the bars on the back door, and the magnetic attraction to children. Oh, and the pictures of ice cream and cheery music. Looks like it. Hey, driver, how about hooking me up with some--
H-hey! What does "tits or GTFO" mean?!
I have tits.
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Character: Anya
Series: Anastasia
Age: 18
Canon: An adaptation of the legend of the Russian grand duchess Anastasia, this film imagines that Anastasia escapes the Imperial Palace during the October Revolution and survives the execution of the Imperial family. At this time, she knocks her head, gets amnesia and becomes an orphan named 'Anya'. Years later, she's set free from her orphanage and tries to make her way to Paris to find her forgotten family, due to the mysterious words 'Together in Paris' on a pendant she's had since she was a child.
Anya herself knows what she wants and is stubborn enough to try and get it. Optimistic, brave and smart, she's fully ready to attempt taking on the world to try and achieve her dreams. Not only that, she's trusting, but also armed with a prime weapon known as 'snark' and uses it well.
Sample Post:
Excuse me! Excuse me! Hey, are you deaf or something? I've been trying to get your attention for five minutes! Heeeelllooooo--
Oh. Well, the lack of ears may explain it.
No offense intended or anything, I was just asking for directions. I swear, you look away for a second and then you find yourself stuck in a dark, dank, smelly swamp. And did I mention ominous? Because this place is really ominous.
But forgoing the foreboding feeling of doom and, yech, the smell, I guess I'll head north. At least, I think Paris is north... But what was that? 'Don't head North!', you say? Okay okay, I get the picture! You don't have to make a song and dance out of it. Really. You don't. Or at least you could make the actions more fluid and less like you're about to jump someone in an alleyway. See? Once you get the hang of it, there's nothing to it!
Also there's really no need to prepare a feast. I mean, I understand that I can have this sort of effect on people, but it's not like I need the fanfare or the trumpets and I certainly don't need the royal treatment, though it's a swell welcome and all. Not that I have a problem with it either, oh no, there's no specific problem, per se. Just, uh-- the SEATING! Everyone is having to shift in order to make way for someone's husband, or daughter, or left tentacle. Another table is being fetched!
So you see, all this fuss isn't necessary. But while you guys try to sort it out, I'll... I'll go and survey the area. On the bright side, maybe I'll even find my way back to the road to Paris!
...what do you mean I can't leave? Is there something wrong with my passport? Just because the ink isn't blood-- y-you mean 'blood' as only the colour 'blood red', right? No? Okay, scratch this being a warm welcome, that's just creepy.
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Applicant #1
Name: Shinku (Reiner Rubin/Pure Ruby)
Age: …who knows? 15 or so.
Series: Rozen Maiden
Canon: When a man gets too lonely and depressed, he shuts himself off from the world and decides to make the humans that will love, care for, and never judge him; humans that can strive to be the perfect, ideal ladies. In reality, this never works out and the social recluses usually end up in a nuthouse or picking people off from the top of a tower with a rifle, but this is anime, so you know his wish came true.
One of those "humans" is Shinku, who is not so much human as she is a doll. A very lovingly-crafted, exquisite doll with designs fresh from the Victorian era of Europe, complete with an adorable pink cane, little polished shoes, and a flaring red bonnet.
She is also as bossy as she wants to be. Shinku takes pride in correcting you and cane-thwacking your leg the moment you question that correction. She's as aristocratically arrogant as she is polite, and nearly nothing shakes her from her poise. Despite being the fifth of the anti-social Rozen's creation line, the other dolls look to Shinku quite often as an elder sister figure and leader. She cares quite deeply for her loved ones and her father to the point where she begins making fantastically-retarded-yet-elegant decisions concerning not only their daily lives, but the perilous tournament all seven doll sisters must participate in: The Alice Game.
It's best not to oppose her. Her cane hand is strong, and you'll only delay the time it will take for her to stare you down and demand you make her a cup of tea like the servant you are.
Sample Post:
This is, so far, the worst part of waking up.
It is unbecoming of an animal to moan in such a manner. Particularly when they are in the wrong--my clothes clearly do not draw any similarities to a sanitary napkin. It's your own fault for not utilizing common sense, so please stop being so noisy. I hardly even struck you any harder than you were hugging me. Now, we could begin again if you act in a courteous manner befitting your pride as a large, booming ape. I will not take that back--you are what you are. Have some confidence.
I am Shinku, fifth doll of the Rozen Maiden, and you are responsible for removing me from my case. As such, you shall have to take accountability for your actions and direct me to a nearby human dwelling. I'm afraid any contract possible through you would be a disaster, as we are worlds apart. For instance, the typical method of me accepting a medium--not you, thankfully--would be kissing my hand, and I am filthy enough as is. Grooming my hair for ticks was also out of the question, as well as mishandling my bonnet. And do not think I have forgotten about that--you will regurgitate it immediately or I will be very cross.
... There is no use in begging, please just accept this gracefully. And tell your fellows the same--their howling is unseeming and attracting unwanted viewers. Your affairs are your own, and I cannot rightly assist you after such rude behavior. Not even for whatever ordeal you may have in mind. And I'll not say again to keep your hands to yourself--poking me and pointing to your colleges is juvenile and grounds for punishment.
... At the very least, if you have this much intelligence, then direct me to where I could acquire a cup of tea. This lesson is getting tiresome, and even my patience is beginning to wear.
... That is...it's absolutely...it's very shiny...you'd think a king would have better taste than to spell their title out on a...and with such lustrous jewelry...this is for me?
... I suppose I'll have to stick around and teach you properly. Mn...from here on, you're my--hos? More of your bizarre speaking habits. Very well, then, my noisy hos. Bring me a passable brew.
Applicant #2
Character: Shinku
Series: Rozen Maiden
Age: Doll (looks like 14?)
Canon: Shinku is the perfect embodiment of a Victorian aristocrat -- only she's three feet tall and has ball joints. That's right, Shinku is a dolly, and what's more, she can kick ass. She is the fifth doll in the 'Rozen Maiden' series, created by a mysterious doll maker who had the incredible power to give life to his creations -- and clearly the best way to use this miraculous ability is to create seven dolls and pit them against each other in a Barbie Battle Royale. It's called the 'Alice Game', where each doll battles to the death in order to capture the others' Roza Mystica, basically their 'soul', and become the perfect maiden "Alice" in order to finally meet their creator.
Shinku is imperious, commanding, and always proper. She likes tea, acquiring servants, and loves the tv star/puppet "Detective Kun-kun". She dislikes junk (in general), junk (Suigintou), and the violent nature of the Alice game that pits her against her sisters. She has a tendency to be a bit of a know-it-all and sulks when embarrassed.
Note: Characterization is based on the manga.
Sample Post:
My, what a primitive place. One could even say 'tasteless' -- I am disappointed in your director as a host. If one invites a maiden to her home, she should be prepared to ensure the comforts of the maiden. Paving your swamp would do wonders, since these muddy paths have made my dress dirty. I haven't even been greeted properly. I've only spoken to To Die For Careers, the... 'temp agency' that has provided me with a temporary servant. He is painfully useless, but I haven't the heart to scold the agency properly, because they have very kind intentions. I'm told they aid the poor and unfortunate humans that suffer from respiratory and pulmonary deficiency and OCS, obsessive cranial snacking. I believe it is informally known in the medical world as 'Zombification'.
However, I won't let that interfere with my duty. I'm here because I received a letter from the great Detective Kun-kun. He is in dire need of my assistance with a most insidious murder case -- it is a tale of intrigue, betrayal, wicked plots and gruesome death. I definitely will not let him down.
Even more importantly, though, I require a cup of tea, heated to exactly 95 degrees Celsius and brought here in no more than fifteen minutes. My temporary servant is quite lacking. Despite their assurances that his 'tea-brewing power level is over 9000', he gets his fingers in the tea and leaves them there. It ruins the delicate balance of the flavour.
I'm in the market for a much more suitable servant -- preferably one who can correctly brew, and has the proper colouring. It seems purple is a colour to be wary of, as those who wear it don't take instruction very well.
I am also accepting donations on behalf of the Zombification Support Group -- it seems their braaaaaiiiins fund is quite lacking.
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