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Name: Vanja
Previous Stamps: Hero: The Torn Soldier ♦ Mirror: Emmy Honeywell
Give a brief description of your personality:
Honestly, when it comes to the general personality types that go here, the INTJ description does fit me quite well, especially statements such as this: "INTJs are introspective, analytical, determined persons with natural leadership ability. Being reserved, they prefer to stay in the background while leading." Beyond that, my personality can be pretty contradicting... I've had people assign completely opposite traits to me, but I prefer to think of it as being adaptable~ Per example, I've been called cynical before, but any cynicism is derived from how I have ideals about how the world should be... and only end up disappointed when everything seems to be going in the opposite direction. Or how, while I can be incredibly loyal to those who I consider to be friends or more, but since I don't place the same loyalty into everything I'm apparently supposed to, I've had people question me about it before. Or how... heh, I could probably list contradictions forever, and I'm sure you're already tired of my ramblings.
Despite the introversion score, I can be pretty talkative and outspoken if I feel the need to be, especially if particularly motivated by something. I'd explain further, but I believe the other questions here paint a good enough picture.
List some of your positive traits:
I'm particularly calm in the sense that I always keep my head, rarely show signs of panic in dangerous situations, and while I can become irritated or disgusted, it's nearly impossible to make me "angry." I'm also analytical/logical, independent (which is different from being a loner, I might add-- I like being around people provided that I actually, you know, like those people. I mean it more in the sense of being able to learn and do things on my own without feeling insecure), clever, open-minded... Other people are often quick to mention my sense of humor, but humor always comes down to personal taste. ;X
... and some of your negative traits:
I'm very self-critical, which leads to a number of other negative side-effects. (Case in point: While I may seem calm on the surface, I can get rather stressed out if I start degrading myself too much and begin only seeing the errors in what I'm doing.) Strangely, I'm usually not as critical of others-- when other people make mistakes, I've even been known to console them so long as it's not anything major and I like them. I can be manipulative/devious if the situation calls for it, which normally just means when dealing with people who don't listen to reason. I can also be overly stubborn and secretive about myself as well as certain actions I may take.
What are your interests?:
Various music, reading (especially historical fiction, fantasy, and classics), interneting, trying to learn as many languages as possible, debating/paying more attention to politics than I probably should, and playing video games (particularly RPGs surprise surprise, strategies, and various Nintendo games).
... and your dislikes?:
Gender generalizations, willful ignorance, bigotry, when people whine but never try to do anything about it, prejudice in general, failure, and randomly, dirty soap bars. D:
Are you more...
Outgoing or Reserved: Reserved, usually. As I said above, I can be quite talkative and even seemingly outgoing if I'm enjoying the company of the other people.
Energetic or Calm: Calm, unless I'm hyped up on caffeine or particularly excited about something.
Cautious or Impulsive: Cautious. I do trust my ability to think on my feet, but even if I think I may have to make stuff up as I go along, I'd never just dive right in without a plan and hope it works.
Stoic or Emotional: Stoic. As implied above, I do tend to have emotions underneath, but I only show them to people who I trust... and very rarely in public.
Peaceful or Aggressive: Peaceful. I can be aggressive in a determined sense, but the general image that comes to mind when I hear "aggressive" doesn't really fit me well, as I tend to associate it with anger, provoking others, or an almost... overly pushy type of assertiveness, none of which I think I'm guilty of.
Confident or Insecure: This is tricky. I can be confident if I know I'm good at something, but I can be rather insecure if I feel the opposite and I want to be good at that "something." I don't usually let these insecurities show, however, so I guess slightly more confident?
Leader or Follower: True to what I quoted in the personality question, I prefer to be an adviser sort or otherwise be a background leader. However, it rarely works out this way and I frequently find myself in leadership positions.
Optimistic, Pessimistic, or Realistic: I can usually pick out whatever is most probable, so realistic, though I can seem one way or the other depending on who I'm around. Yes, the whole contradiction trait coming back again DX If I do find myself in a leadership position, I seem optimistic, since I realize that pointing out how we'll possibly fail will only decrease motivation. If I find myself around someone whose enthusiasm and optimism is off the charts, then I'll try to get them to consider the negative alternatives, just to prepare for them if nothing else.
Traditional or Unconventional: Unconventional. Usually I only like tradition in the form of harmless festivals and parades. There are a few traditions that have purpose and I respect those, but generally I find challenging convention as more productive.
You've been enlisted into the Grey Wardens! A life of being bound to fight monsters... How would you feel about this?
Well, considering how they do seem to be allowed to continue on with their normal lives when there's not a Blight, I don't think I'd mind that much. I'd be a little annoyed if it wasn't my own choice (unless my only choices were like many in the origin stories, in which case I'd probably feel a bit grateful instead), but I think ultimately I wouldn't mind fighting for the sake of the world... even in spite of some of the negative side effects being a Grey Warden has.
After joining, would you feel it necessary to focus almost entirely on your duties when the world is being threatened? Or would you rather try to have fun when you can?
Considering how I'm going to be fighting darkspawn and constantly risking my life, I'd probably feel like I deserve to have fun when there's nothing I have to immediately attend to, otl. Despite how one party member kept on lecturing my main character otherwise, I don't think being a Grey Warden automatically means you have to give up all happiness. Duty should come first, especially in dire situations, but if there is a little time for something else... why not?
Do you prefer to experience new things or stick with what you know?
I love experiencing new things, and at times can be even overly curious in that regard. I do like the idea of having something familiar to hold onto, but of the two I'll have to go with the former.
You get attacked by a group of bandits, and upon defeat they claim they were only trying to provide for their families. What do you do with them?
Question them a bit more, just to see if they're lying. If they're not, then let them on their way. (Provided that they're simply raiding supplies and not killing innocent people in the process. If they're killing for the supplies, I doubt I could trust them to not do it again in the future.)
After going through multiple dungeons and fighting countless battles, you discover that the ally you did all of this for really just wanted more power. They even plan to sacrifice those they consider incapable of being saved in the process! You did go this far for them, and they will undoubtedly be a powerful ally against your enemies threatening the whole world, but... Can you allow them to continue?
I think it depends on how close I am to this ally and their intentions. Can I keep an eye on them after the Blight is over? What exactly do they want this power for anyway? Or are they just an ally who wants power for the sake of it? ... and yes, I'm questioning my own questions, but it was long enough as it was and still ended up rather vague D: Considering how the Blight threatens the whole world, some situations can be overlooked for the bigger picture... and, I might let them be so long as they had extremely good intentions and this was truly going to help to a large degree. However, while I do think the ends can sometimes justify the means, there are times when it's simply... Not worth it. Actually, see the "characters you don't want to get" question for an example of that one.
A great battle is going to be fought soon. What, if anything, do you do to prepare for it?
Drink some tea, practice, and plan if possible.
Eventually, your exploits become known and you're now a respected figure in society. How do you plan on using this influence, if at all?
To help the world work those those ideals I mentioned earlier. ;X In the DA world, that would probably mean fighting for the rights of elves and things of that nature.
(Optional section)
Have you played this game? If so, did you like it? Yes to both~ I've only had it for a short amount of time in comparison to most, but I think it's very likely to end up on my favorite games of all time list considering the amount of customization, interaction, and depth of many of the characters.
(As it relates to this game's spiritual predecessor and is an unseen factor here) Which D&D-type alignment would you say fits you best? While I seem to have some sort of repulsion towards being called "chaotic," (... since I'm organized! I organize everything and... but, I know that's not what it's referring to.) I always seem to get pegged as either Chaotic Good or Chaotic Neutral, though I'd say the former fits more since the latter seems to just to come up as an extension of the "I don't think all rules and conventions make sense" mentality of the first term. (Though, on the other hand, I don't exactly go out of my way to, say, donate all of my belongings to charity, so calling myself "good" sounds odd, heh.)
Are there any characters you don't want to get? Branka and Anora. Branka is an excellent example of taking the whole "ends justify the means" mentality too far. It's one thing to risk a few people for the sake of your entire civilization, but it's another entirely to only have one value and do absolutely anything to archive it, especially when it turns out what you've wanted the entire time could lead to even more desperate and obsessive situations. I can never bring myself to side with her, even with the promise of a pretty achievement reward D: Anora... well, I can see where that would be coming from, but her overall demeanor, opinions, and attitude are rather different from my own.
(Not optional)
Please post the links to five applications you've voted on:
I II III IV V
Voters: You can find a list of characters with descriptions here.
Previous Stamps: Hero: The Torn Soldier ♦ Mirror: Emmy Honeywell
Give a brief description of your personality:
Honestly, when it comes to the general personality types that go here, the INTJ description does fit me quite well, especially statements such as this: "INTJs are introspective, analytical, determined persons with natural leadership ability. Being reserved, they prefer to stay in the background while leading." Beyond that, my personality can be pretty contradicting... I've had people assign completely opposite traits to me, but I prefer to think of it as being adaptable~ Per example, I've been called cynical before, but any cynicism is derived from how I have ideals about how the world should be... and only end up disappointed when everything seems to be going in the opposite direction. Or how, while I can be incredibly loyal to those who I consider to be friends or more, but since I don't place the same loyalty into everything I'm apparently supposed to, I've had people question me about it before. Or how... heh, I could probably list contradictions forever, and I'm sure you're already tired of my ramblings.
Despite the introversion score, I can be pretty talkative and outspoken if I feel the need to be, especially if particularly motivated by something. I'd explain further, but I believe the other questions here paint a good enough picture.
List some of your positive traits:
I'm particularly calm in the sense that I always keep my head, rarely show signs of panic in dangerous situations, and while I can become irritated or disgusted, it's nearly impossible to make me "angry." I'm also analytical/logical, independent (which is different from being a loner, I might add-- I like being around people provided that I actually, you know, like those people. I mean it more in the sense of being able to learn and do things on my own without feeling insecure), clever, open-minded... Other people are often quick to mention my sense of humor, but humor always comes down to personal taste. ;X
... and some of your negative traits:
I'm very self-critical, which leads to a number of other negative side-effects. (Case in point: While I may seem calm on the surface, I can get rather stressed out if I start degrading myself too much and begin only seeing the errors in what I'm doing.) Strangely, I'm usually not as critical of others-- when other people make mistakes, I've even been known to console them so long as it's not anything major and I like them. I can be manipulative/devious if the situation calls for it, which normally just means when dealing with people who don't listen to reason. I can also be overly stubborn and secretive about myself as well as certain actions I may take.
What are your interests?:
Various music, reading (especially historical fiction, fantasy, and classics), interneting, trying to learn as many languages as possible, debating/paying more attention to politics than I probably should, and playing video games (particularly RPGs surprise surprise, strategies, and various Nintendo games).
... and your dislikes?:
Gender generalizations, willful ignorance, bigotry, when people whine but never try to do anything about it, prejudice in general, failure, and randomly, dirty soap bars. D:
Are you more...
Outgoing or Reserved: Reserved, usually. As I said above, I can be quite talkative and even seemingly outgoing if I'm enjoying the company of the other people.
Energetic or Calm: Calm, unless I'm hyped up on caffeine or particularly excited about something.
Cautious or Impulsive: Cautious. I do trust my ability to think on my feet, but even if I think I may have to make stuff up as I go along, I'd never just dive right in without a plan and hope it works.
Stoic or Emotional: Stoic. As implied above, I do tend to have emotions underneath, but I only show them to people who I trust... and very rarely in public.
Peaceful or Aggressive: Peaceful. I can be aggressive in a determined sense, but the general image that comes to mind when I hear "aggressive" doesn't really fit me well, as I tend to associate it with anger, provoking others, or an almost... overly pushy type of assertiveness, none of which I think I'm guilty of.
Confident or Insecure: This is tricky. I can be confident if I know I'm good at something, but I can be rather insecure if I feel the opposite and I want to be good at that "something." I don't usually let these insecurities show, however, so I guess slightly more confident?
Leader or Follower: True to what I quoted in the personality question, I prefer to be an adviser sort or otherwise be a background leader. However, it rarely works out this way and I frequently find myself in leadership positions.
Optimistic, Pessimistic, or Realistic: I can usually pick out whatever is most probable, so realistic, though I can seem one way or the other depending on who I'm around. Yes, the whole contradiction trait coming back again DX If I do find myself in a leadership position, I seem optimistic, since I realize that pointing out how we'll possibly fail will only decrease motivation. If I find myself around someone whose enthusiasm and optimism is off the charts, then I'll try to get them to consider the negative alternatives, just to prepare for them if nothing else.
Traditional or Unconventional: Unconventional. Usually I only like tradition in the form of harmless festivals and parades. There are a few traditions that have purpose and I respect those, but generally I find challenging convention as more productive.
You've been enlisted into the Grey Wardens! A life of being bound to fight monsters... How would you feel about this?
Well, considering how they do seem to be allowed to continue on with their normal lives when there's not a Blight, I don't think I'd mind that much. I'd be a little annoyed if it wasn't my own choice (unless my only choices were like many in the origin stories, in which case I'd probably feel a bit grateful instead), but I think ultimately I wouldn't mind fighting for the sake of the world... even in spite of some of the negative side effects being a Grey Warden has.
After joining, would you feel it necessary to focus almost entirely on your duties when the world is being threatened? Or would you rather try to have fun when you can?
Considering how I'm going to be fighting darkspawn and constantly risking my life, I'd probably feel like I deserve to have fun when there's nothing I have to immediately attend to, otl. Despite how one party member kept on lecturing my main character otherwise, I don't think being a Grey Warden automatically means you have to give up all happiness. Duty should come first, especially in dire situations, but if there is a little time for something else... why not?
Do you prefer to experience new things or stick with what you know?
I love experiencing new things, and at times can be even overly curious in that regard. I do like the idea of having something familiar to hold onto, but of the two I'll have to go with the former.
You get attacked by a group of bandits, and upon defeat they claim they were only trying to provide for their families. What do you do with them?
Question them a bit more, just to see if they're lying. If they're not, then let them on their way. (Provided that they're simply raiding supplies and not killing innocent people in the process. If they're killing for the supplies, I doubt I could trust them to not do it again in the future.)
After going through multiple dungeons and fighting countless battles, you discover that the ally you did all of this for really just wanted more power. They even plan to sacrifice those they consider incapable of being saved in the process! You did go this far for them, and they will undoubtedly be a powerful ally against your enemies threatening the whole world, but... Can you allow them to continue?
I think it depends on how close I am to this ally and their intentions. Can I keep an eye on them after the Blight is over? What exactly do they want this power for anyway? Or are they just an ally who wants power for the sake of it? ... and yes, I'm questioning my own questions, but it was long enough as it was and still ended up rather vague D: Considering how the Blight threatens the whole world, some situations can be overlooked for the bigger picture... and, I might let them be so long as they had extremely good intentions and this was truly going to help to a large degree. However, while I do think the ends can sometimes justify the means, there are times when it's simply... Not worth it. Actually, see the "characters you don't want to get" question for an example of that one.
A great battle is going to be fought soon. What, if anything, do you do to prepare for it?
Drink some tea, practice, and plan if possible.
Eventually, your exploits become known and you're now a respected figure in society. How do you plan on using this influence, if at all?
To help the world work those those ideals I mentioned earlier. ;X In the DA world, that would probably mean fighting for the rights of elves and things of that nature.
(Optional section)
Have you played this game? If so, did you like it? Yes to both~ I've only had it for a short amount of time in comparison to most, but I think it's very likely to end up on my favorite games of all time list considering the amount of customization, interaction, and depth of many of the characters.
(As it relates to this game's spiritual predecessor and is an unseen factor here) Which D&D-type alignment would you say fits you best? While I seem to have some sort of repulsion towards being called "chaotic," (... since I'm organized! I organize everything and... but, I know that's not what it's referring to.) I always seem to get pegged as either Chaotic Good or Chaotic Neutral, though I'd say the former fits more since the latter seems to just to come up as an extension of the "I don't think all rules and conventions make sense" mentality of the first term. (Though, on the other hand, I don't exactly go out of my way to, say, donate all of my belongings to charity, so calling myself "good" sounds odd, heh.)
Are there any characters you don't want to get? Branka and Anora. Branka is an excellent example of taking the whole "ends justify the means" mentality too far. It's one thing to risk a few people for the sake of your entire civilization, but it's another entirely to only have one value and do absolutely anything to archive it, especially when it turns out what you've wanted the entire time could lead to even more desperate and obsessive situations. I can never bring myself to side with her, even with the promise of a pretty achievement reward D: Anora... well, I can see where that would be coming from, but her overall demeanor, opinions, and attitude are rather different from my own.
(Not optional)
Please post the links to five applications you've voted on:
I II III IV V
Voters: You can find a list of characters with descriptions here.