character survey.
FROM soxen
Body and Appearance
1. Describe the character's height and build. Is he heavyset, thin, short, rangy?
Short, thin, and fairly lanky.
2. How old is he?
Unknown since he stopped aging, but current estimates place him around 18.
3. Describe his posture. Does he carry himself well or does he slouch?
Pravus' posture is near perfect, as he'd set a bad example for his soldiers otherwise.
4. How is his health? Is he fit or out of shape? Any illnesses or conditions? Any physical disabilities?
Pravus is in excellent health and shape, with no known illnesses or disabilities (other than the fact he's got a demon living inside of him).
5. How does he move? Is he clumsy, graceful, tense, fluid?
Graceful and fluid, dancing with every step,
6. How attractive is this character physically? How does he perceive himself in the mirror?
Quite, and Pravus knows it, too. He'll often use his appearance to his advantage.
7. Describe his complexion. Dark, light, clear, scarred?
Extremely pale with no visible scars.
8. Describe his hair: color, texture, style.
Thin, pure white strands that are soft to the touch.
9. What color are his eyes?
A very deep shade of blue.
10. Does the character have any other noteworthy features?
Pravus has a golden eye symbol on his forehead.
11. What are his chief tension centers?
Shoulders, neck, and upper black.
12. What is the character's wardrobe like? Casual, dressy, utilitarian? Bright colors, pastels, neutrals? Is it varied, or does he have six of the same suit?
All he owns are replicas of his white military uniform. Nothing else!
13. Do his clothes fit well? Does he seem comfortable in them?
Extremely. They're custom-fit, and Pravus is very comfortable in them.
14. Does he dress the same on the job as he does in his free time? If not, what are the differences?
He wears his uniform all the time.
15. You knew it was coming: Boxers, briefs or commando?
Briefs!
Speech
1. What does this character's voice sound like? High-pitched, deep, hoarse?
Smooth and of even tone. Somewhere between low and high-pitched. Has the equivalent of a British accent.
2. How does he normally speak? Loud, soft, fast, evenly? Does he talk easily, or does he hesitate?
Slowly and methodically, without hesitation.
3. Does the character have a distinct accent or dialect? Any individual quirks of pronunciation? Any, like, you know, verbal tics?
He punctuates the end of many sentences with a giggle.
4. What language/s does he speak, and with how much fluency?
Well over twenty, and he's fluent in all of them.
5. Does he switch languages or dialects in certain situations?
It depends on who he's speaking with. Generally he goes with whatever is easiest for the other person to understand.
6. Is he a good impromptu speaker, or does he have to think about his words?
Given that he's a military leader, he's excellent at on the fly speeches.
7. Is he eloquent or inarticulate? Under what circumstances might this change?
Extremely eloquent, except when threatened. Then he panics.
Mental and Emotional
1. How intelligent is this character? Is he book-smart or street-smart?
Above average intelligence. He's lived on the streets before, so he's adept in both areas.
2. Does he think on his feet, or does he need time to deliberate?
Pravus prefers to deliberate, but can think quickly when needed.
3. Describe the character's thought process. Is he more logical, or more intuitive? Idealistic or practical?
Logical and idealistic. This is the guy who wants to perfect society by force, after all.
4. What kind of education has the character had?
None. He's entirely self-taught.
5. What are his areas of expertise? What, if anything, is he interested in learning more about?
Pravus specializes in military and politcal science, as well as philosophy. He'll generally learn anything that even remotely interests him.
6. Is he an introvert or an extrovert?
Both, depending on what the situation calls for.
7. Describe the character's temperament. Is he even-tempered or does he have mood swings? Cheerful or melancholy? Laid-back or driven?
Very even-tempered, but if provoked, he's got a nasty temper. His mood is generally the same, though he's a very driven individual at his core.
8. How does he respond to new people or situations? Is he suspicious, relaxed, timid, enthusiastic?
He'll try to flirt with them immediately, generally. Lower their guard. If they're hostile, he'll react in turn.
9. Is he more likely to act, or to react?
Depends on the situation.
10. Which is his default: fight or flight?
Fight, never flight.
11. Describe the character's sense of humor. Does he appreciate jokes? Puns? Gallows humor? Bathroom humor? Pranks?
Morbid. Death is a favorite topic for jokes.
12. Does the character have any diagnosable mental disorders? If yes, how does he deal with them?
Multiple personality disorder is among the most likely. Narcissism, superiority complex... well, honestly, he's got quite a few problems! He doesn't really deal with them as he doesn't see them for the glaring issues that they are.
13. What moments in this character's life have defined him as a person?
Being sold into slavery. When the whispers began. Ascending to emperor. Dying.
14. What does he fear?
Never being loved.
15. What are his hopes or aspirations?
Perfect society by whatever means necessary. Loved by all.
16. What is something he doesn't want anyone to find out about him?
He can cry and is prone to weakness, just like everyone else.
Relationships
1. Describe this character's relationship with his parents.
...dead. Literally. Pravus killed them later for abandoning him.
2. Does the character have any siblings? What is/was their relationship like?
None, but he probably would've killed them, too.
3. Are there other blood relatives to whom he is close? Are there ones he can't stand?
Pravus has no family that he knows of.
4. Are there other, unrelated people whom he considers part of his family? What are his relationships with them?
The closest thing Pravus has to a family are the soldiers that he made. He treats them like subordinates and wouldn't shed a tear over one of them dying, but he still values them somewhat.
5. Who is/was the character's best friend? How did they meet?
If only...
6. Does he have other close friends?
Insanity. Seriously.
7. Does he make friends easily, or does he have trouble getting along with people?
Considering he overthrew his world by force, one could say his relationships with others are somewhat strained.
8. Which does he consider more important: family or friends?
Neither.
9. Is the character single, married, divorced, widowed? Has he been married more than once?
Commitment? Hah.
10. Is he currently in a romantic relationship with someone other than a spouse?
When hell freezes over.
11. Who was his first crush? Who is his latest?
Himself.
12. What does he look for in a romantic partner?
Also himself.
13. Does the character have children? Grandchildren? If yes, how does he relate to them? If no, does he want any?
Fortunately, none. And it's staying that way.
14. Does he have any rivals or enemies?
That would be pretty much everyone, yes.
15. What is the character's sexual orientation? Where does he fall on the Kinsey scale?
Pansexual, and thus doesn't really fit on the scale.
16. How does he feel about sex? How important is it to him?
Yes, please! And pretty important.
17. What are his turn-ons? Turn-offs? Weird bedroom habits?
Turn-ons: pain. Turn-offs: cuddling. Weird bedroom habits: everything.
Beliefs
1. Do you know your character's astrological (zodiac of choice) sign? How well does he fit type?
"Gemini, the sign of the Twins, is dual-natured, elusive, complex and contradictory. On the one hand it produces the virtue of versatility, and on the other the vices of two-facedness and flightiness. The sign is linked with Mercury, the planet of childhood and youth, and its subjects tend to have the graces and faults of the young."
Yep, I'd say that fits pretty well!
2. Is this character religious, spiritual, both, or neither? How important are these elements in his life?
He worships himself, primarily. Fuck God. Seriously.
3. Does this character have a personal code of morals or ethics? If so, how did that begin? What would it take to compromise it?
Justice supercedes everything else. His twisted form began as soon as his powers manifested. He would never compromise his ideals for anything.
4. How does he regard beliefs that differ from his? Is he tolerant, intolerant, curious, indifferent?
Intolerant and fit for extermination.
5. What prejudices does he hold? Are they irrational or does he have a good reason for them?
Anyone who doesn't believe what he believes deserve to be eradicated. Irrational? You be the judge.
Daily Life
1. What is the character's financial situation? Is he rich, poor, comfortable, in debt?
Owns the world, baby. So pretty comfortable.
2. What is his social status? Has this changed over time, and if so, how has the change affected him?
See above.
3. Where does he live? House, apartment, trailer? Is his home his castle or just a place to crash? What condition is it in? Does he share it with others?
In a fabulous flying fortress. He's rarely seen outside of it, except on military campaigns. He keeps it in prime condition and lives with his soldiers there.
4. Besides the basic necessities, what does he spend his money on?
Luxuries like alcohol and more reading material.
5. What does he do for a living? Is he good at it? Does he enjoy it, or would he rather be doing something else?
Emperor of the world. Damn good at it if you ask him, and he could never see himself doing anything else.
6. What are his interests or hobbies? How does he spend his free time?
Killing. And, uh... yeah. Killing. He spends his free time studying, mostly.
7. What are his eating habits? Does he skip meals, eat out, drink alcohol, avoid certain foods?
Meat eater all the way! Though he loves sweets, too.
Associations
Which of the following do you associate with the character, or which is his favorite:
1. Color? Crimson.
2. Smell? Blood and decay.
3. Time of day? Twilight.
4. Season? Winter.
5. Book? The Prince.
6. Music? Beethoven.
7. Place? The battlefield.
8. Substance? Gold.
9. Plant? Rose.
10. Animal? Snow leopard.
Body and Appearance
1. Describe the character's height and build. Is he heavyset, thin, short, rangy?
Short, thin, and fairly lanky.
2. How old is he?
Unknown since he stopped aging, but current estimates place him around 18.
3. Describe his posture. Does he carry himself well or does he slouch?
Pravus' posture is near perfect, as he'd set a bad example for his soldiers otherwise.
4. How is his health? Is he fit or out of shape? Any illnesses or conditions? Any physical disabilities?
Pravus is in excellent health and shape, with no known illnesses or disabilities (other than the fact he's got a demon living inside of him).
5. How does he move? Is he clumsy, graceful, tense, fluid?
Graceful and fluid, dancing with every step,
6. How attractive is this character physically? How does he perceive himself in the mirror?
Quite, and Pravus knows it, too. He'll often use his appearance to his advantage.
7. Describe his complexion. Dark, light, clear, scarred?
Extremely pale with no visible scars.
8. Describe his hair: color, texture, style.
Thin, pure white strands that are soft to the touch.
9. What color are his eyes?
A very deep shade of blue.
10. Does the character have any other noteworthy features?
Pravus has a golden eye symbol on his forehead.
11. What are his chief tension centers?
Shoulders, neck, and upper black.
12. What is the character's wardrobe like? Casual, dressy, utilitarian? Bright colors, pastels, neutrals? Is it varied, or does he have six of the same suit?
All he owns are replicas of his white military uniform. Nothing else!
13. Do his clothes fit well? Does he seem comfortable in them?
Extremely. They're custom-fit, and Pravus is very comfortable in them.
14. Does he dress the same on the job as he does in his free time? If not, what are the differences?
He wears his uniform all the time.
15. You knew it was coming: Boxers, briefs or commando?
Briefs!
Speech
1. What does this character's voice sound like? High-pitched, deep, hoarse?
Smooth and of even tone. Somewhere between low and high-pitched. Has the equivalent of a British accent.
2. How does he normally speak? Loud, soft, fast, evenly? Does he talk easily, or does he hesitate?
Slowly and methodically, without hesitation.
3. Does the character have a distinct accent or dialect? Any individual quirks of pronunciation? Any, like, you know, verbal tics?
He punctuates the end of many sentences with a giggle.
4. What language/s does he speak, and with how much fluency?
Well over twenty, and he's fluent in all of them.
5. Does he switch languages or dialects in certain situations?
It depends on who he's speaking with. Generally he goes with whatever is easiest for the other person to understand.
6. Is he a good impromptu speaker, or does he have to think about his words?
Given that he's a military leader, he's excellent at on the fly speeches.
7. Is he eloquent or inarticulate? Under what circumstances might this change?
Extremely eloquent, except when threatened. Then he panics.
Mental and Emotional
1. How intelligent is this character? Is he book-smart or street-smart?
Above average intelligence. He's lived on the streets before, so he's adept in both areas.
2. Does he think on his feet, or does he need time to deliberate?
Pravus prefers to deliberate, but can think quickly when needed.
3. Describe the character's thought process. Is he more logical, or more intuitive? Idealistic or practical?
Logical and idealistic. This is the guy who wants to perfect society by force, after all.
4. What kind of education has the character had?
None. He's entirely self-taught.
5. What are his areas of expertise? What, if anything, is he interested in learning more about?
Pravus specializes in military and politcal science, as well as philosophy. He'll generally learn anything that even remotely interests him.
6. Is he an introvert or an extrovert?
Both, depending on what the situation calls for.
7. Describe the character's temperament. Is he even-tempered or does he have mood swings? Cheerful or melancholy? Laid-back or driven?
Very even-tempered, but if provoked, he's got a nasty temper. His mood is generally the same, though he's a very driven individual at his core.
8. How does he respond to new people or situations? Is he suspicious, relaxed, timid, enthusiastic?
He'll try to flirt with them immediately, generally. Lower their guard. If they're hostile, he'll react in turn.
9. Is he more likely to act, or to react?
Depends on the situation.
10. Which is his default: fight or flight?
Fight, never flight.
11. Describe the character's sense of humor. Does he appreciate jokes? Puns? Gallows humor? Bathroom humor? Pranks?
Morbid. Death is a favorite topic for jokes.
12. Does the character have any diagnosable mental disorders? If yes, how does he deal with them?
Multiple personality disorder is among the most likely. Narcissism, superiority complex... well, honestly, he's got quite a few problems! He doesn't really deal with them as he doesn't see them for the glaring issues that they are.
13. What moments in this character's life have defined him as a person?
Being sold into slavery. When the whispers began. Ascending to emperor. Dying.
14. What does he fear?
Never being loved.
15. What are his hopes or aspirations?
Perfect society by whatever means necessary. Loved by all.
16. What is something he doesn't want anyone to find out about him?
He can cry and is prone to weakness, just like everyone else.
Relationships
1. Describe this character's relationship with his parents.
...dead. Literally. Pravus killed them later for abandoning him.
2. Does the character have any siblings? What is/was their relationship like?
None, but he probably would've killed them, too.
3. Are there other blood relatives to whom he is close? Are there ones he can't stand?
Pravus has no family that he knows of.
4. Are there other, unrelated people whom he considers part of his family? What are his relationships with them?
The closest thing Pravus has to a family are the soldiers that he made. He treats them like subordinates and wouldn't shed a tear over one of them dying, but he still values them somewhat.
5. Who is/was the character's best friend? How did they meet?
If only...
6. Does he have other close friends?
Insanity. Seriously.
7. Does he make friends easily, or does he have trouble getting along with people?
Considering he overthrew his world by force, one could say his relationships with others are somewhat strained.
8. Which does he consider more important: family or friends?
Neither.
9. Is the character single, married, divorced, widowed? Has he been married more than once?
Commitment? Hah.
10. Is he currently in a romantic relationship with someone other than a spouse?
When hell freezes over.
11. Who was his first crush? Who is his latest?
Himself.
12. What does he look for in a romantic partner?
Also himself.
13. Does the character have children? Grandchildren? If yes, how does he relate to them? If no, does he want any?
Fortunately, none. And it's staying that way.
14. Does he have any rivals or enemies?
That would be pretty much everyone, yes.
15. What is the character's sexual orientation? Where does he fall on the Kinsey scale?
Pansexual, and thus doesn't really fit on the scale.
16. How does he feel about sex? How important is it to him?
Yes, please! And pretty important.
17. What are his turn-ons? Turn-offs? Weird bedroom habits?
Turn-ons: pain. Turn-offs: cuddling. Weird bedroom habits: everything.
Beliefs
1. Do you know your character's astrological (zodiac of choice) sign? How well does he fit type?
"Gemini, the sign of the Twins, is dual-natured, elusive, complex and contradictory. On the one hand it produces the virtue of versatility, and on the other the vices of two-facedness and flightiness. The sign is linked with Mercury, the planet of childhood and youth, and its subjects tend to have the graces and faults of the young."
Yep, I'd say that fits pretty well!
2. Is this character religious, spiritual, both, or neither? How important are these elements in his life?
He worships himself, primarily. Fuck God. Seriously.
3. Does this character have a personal code of morals or ethics? If so, how did that begin? What would it take to compromise it?
Justice supercedes everything else. His twisted form began as soon as his powers manifested. He would never compromise his ideals for anything.
4. How does he regard beliefs that differ from his? Is he tolerant, intolerant, curious, indifferent?
Intolerant and fit for extermination.
5. What prejudices does he hold? Are they irrational or does he have a good reason for them?
Anyone who doesn't believe what he believes deserve to be eradicated. Irrational? You be the judge.
Daily Life
1. What is the character's financial situation? Is he rich, poor, comfortable, in debt?
Owns the world, baby. So pretty comfortable.
2. What is his social status? Has this changed over time, and if so, how has the change affected him?
See above.
3. Where does he live? House, apartment, trailer? Is his home his castle or just a place to crash? What condition is it in? Does he share it with others?
In a fabulous flying fortress. He's rarely seen outside of it, except on military campaigns. He keeps it in prime condition and lives with his soldiers there.
4. Besides the basic necessities, what does he spend his money on?
Luxuries like alcohol and more reading material.
5. What does he do for a living? Is he good at it? Does he enjoy it, or would he rather be doing something else?
Emperor of the world. Damn good at it if you ask him, and he could never see himself doing anything else.
6. What are his interests or hobbies? How does he spend his free time?
Killing. And, uh... yeah. Killing. He spends his free time studying, mostly.
7. What are his eating habits? Does he skip meals, eat out, drink alcohol, avoid certain foods?
Meat eater all the way! Though he loves sweets, too.
Associations
Which of the following do you associate with the character, or which is his favorite:
1. Color? Crimson.
2. Smell? Blood and decay.
3. Time of day? Twilight.
4. Season? Winter.
5. Book? The Prince.
6. Music? Beethoven.
7. Place? The battlefield.
8. Substance? Gold.
9. Plant? Rose.
10. Animal? Snow leopard.