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FIRST ROUND. Banananannaa!! You have til 6AM EST to finish up your apps and send them in.
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- No speculating about the identity of the applicants!
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Character: Oruha
Series: CLOVER
Character Age: 19
Canon: As one of CLAMP's more experimental works, CLOVER takes place in a futuristic, cyberpunk world where a girl named Suu, a four-leaf clover (magic user), is kept in isolation because of her immeasurable power. Kazuhiko, a former army lieutenant turned mercenary, is given the task of taking Suu from her cage and guarding her until she can fulfill her final wish. On this dangerous journey, they come across both friends and enemies as they search for happiness, learning about the past and each other along the way.
Oruha is Kazuhiko's lover and Suu's friend. She's a friendly, outgoing person with a kick of attitude and very little in the way of shame. Always with a smile on her face, Oruha's passion for her singing and her music knows no bounds. She's dedicated, hard-working, confident and doesn't let things like being able to predict her own death slow her down. And while the thought of dying and leaving the people she loves behind saddens her greatly, she doesn't let it overtake her. Oruha's going to love and live for as long as she can.
Sample Post:
To think that I'd be invited to sing in a foreign country is a little surreal and quite a pleasant surprise! I'm curious as to how anyone found out about me in the first place, though, since I haven't even debuted yet. Somewhere out there, someone must have excellent taste in music. Still, I wasn't expecting to end up in the middle of nowhere. I've never heard of Louisiana before, let alone a place called Camp Fuck You Die. But even if the setting leaves a lot to be desired, there's so much life here that's it hard not to be at least a little fascinated by it. I can almost ignore the smell because the colors of those birds alone are definitely enough to brighten up the place! And who knew that the people here would be such a vivid shade of green? It's almost like being in a completely different world~
I can see some things never change no matter where you go, though. Just because you two gentleman helped me carry my things, doesn't mean I owe you any special favors. I truly am sorry your friend lost an arm, but he seems to have been able to put it back on just fine, so I really don't see why he should be able to touch my... milkshakes? Really? Who calls them that? Even if I were the type of girl to let any man have his way, I wouldn't let you on principle. The only person here touching anything of mine is me. So keep your hands to yourself, alright? ♥
Now, then! If only I could find whoever it is I'm supposed to meet up with~ The director said she'd have someone waiting for me, but the only people around are the creatures in the fuzzy, purple costumes and fabulous dresses. It's a sight to see for sure, but I think we might need to have a talk later when my stage isn't sinking into a bubbling pit of steaming, black liquid on the importance of "less is more" when wearing makeup. There's nothing wrong with a girl wanting to feel pretty, witty and gay, but that's just a little too much blush!
... Well, it doesn't look like anyone's going to show up and I've had enough of sitting around doing nothing. It's time for me to take charge find this director myself! The least I can do is let her know how rude it is to keep a lady waiting. Besides, I would certainly hope she'd know that anyway, being one herself. But since it looks like I've got some free time, let me at least share a little of my music with you as thanks for waiting with me before I go.
♪ In a faraway place that seems out of a dream
There is a secret world where people are green
And though hopelessness and despair permeate the air
The bright colors that shine through let me know that it's true
That even in a place such as this
There's still always a chance to find happine--
While it's very kind of you all to want to join in and harmonize, my act is definitely a solo one. ♥
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Character: Aladdin
Series: Aladdin (Disney)
Character Age: 18
Canon: Aladdin, in the grand tradition of incredibly creatively titled Disney movies, follows the story of a young thief (or "street rat") by the name of Aladdin. His life kind of sucked until he had a chance encounter with the Princess Jasmine that results in him getting tossed in the palace dungeon. Which still sucked. But that's okay, because then the villain of the movie recruited him to retrieve a magic lamp! And then promptly tried to kill him by kicking him back into the magical collapsing cave. ... Aladdin's life has really sucked! At least, until he gets ahold of said magic lamp and befriends the Genie inside. Wacky hijinks ensue as the boy tries to get the girl in your Standard Disney Fashion.
Despite the fact that his life has sucked ten times over, Aladdin is a fairly decent young man. Living on the streets for nearly all his life has made him clever, but while he is a thief, he's more of a good-hearted one who steals only what he has to in order to survive. If he has to lie, he will! More often than not, he acts more as the moral center of the movie, even going as far as to keep his smartass thieving monkey friend Abu in line. But no one's perfect! ... and Aladdin tends to have a few problems with thinking things through and understanding the ramifications of his actions. When it comes to the prospect of beautiful women, the boy is Kind Of Dumb.
note: Aladdin is being apped from after the end of the first movie.
Sample Post:
Listen, guys, I think there's been some kind of misunderstanding here. Can't we just talk things through like, uh ... like normal people? As normal as a guy and several purple, er, gorillas can, at least? What I mean is that I can explain! I didn't mean to steal your bananas, I swear! Abu here sort of has this problem where he picks things up and forgets to put them down. A lot. At least he said he was sorry! Besides, you got them back, right? And if you ask me, I think a couple of you might want to lay off the bananas anyway. So you really, really don't need to keep me tied up like this. ... Please?
I don't even think they're listening or paying any attention to us anymore, Abu. Not that I'm surprised. Buuuut it's a good thing those guys don't really know how to tie a knot right, isn't it? Or that they didn't want to tie you up for some reason. It's dark enough, anyway, so I don't think they'll notice us for awhile. Keep pulling, okay? Just a little more and- there. C'mon, let's get out of here before those big guys figure out that we got loose! Hey, it's just like old times, isn't it? ♪ Gotta keep one jump ahead of the primates, one hop ahead of that horde, these guys won't give up until they've scor-
- whoa! That was a close one. We could've fallen right in. Geez, I'd heard about some kind of lake around this place, but I wasn't expecting it to be right over here or for the water to be so, uh, green. Is everything discolored here or is it just me? ... hey! I think I see someone waving from over there! Maybe she can give us a hand or directions or something. C'mon, Abu, don't be such a baby! And just because it's a little dark, too. What're you doing clinging to my leg like that, huh? Fine, I'll ask her on my own! Ahem. Excuse me, miss! My friend and I are a little lost and we were wondering if you could ... n-not grab my ankle with your tentacle. ... Okay Abu, you win - this counts as trouble. You can stop gloating now and throw me a vine or something! H-Hey, come on! Good squid, nice squid ... I need a hand here! ... or ... five hands? I won't complain about five hands.
Whew! Oh man, I didn't expect you guys to show up! Well, I kind of did after that escape attempt we pulled on you but you were good sports about that, especially considering that daring rescue back there. Thanks a lot! I was getting a little worried for a second there. Anyway, I think we're safe now, so you can let go of me! No hard feelings over the bananas, right? ... okay, well, maybe a few hard feelings still. H-hey, guys! Come on, you don't need to tie me up again! I thought we were going to be buddies now! Look, it's all one big misunderstanding. Just ask Abu! He can explain everything to you, and you guys seem to like him well enough. I'm pretty sure that he'll vouch for me and we can work this all out. Right, Abu?
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... Abu, you are not their mythical leader chosen by their monkey god and you know it. Now tell them to untie me!
Poll Vote!
Character: Kobayashi Rin
Series: Please Save My Earth
Character Age: 7
Canon: Once upon a time, a group of seven alien scientists came to observe the Earth--the planet that they call KK. Soon. these scientists learn that their homeworld has been destroyed as the result of a bloody civil war. Now trapped, and unable to return home, the scientists are struck down by a mysterious virus, which makes their descent to Earth impossible as well. Tragically, they all die...only to be reborn on Earth, as Japanese teenagers.
Rin appears at first to be a normal if obnoxious little boy, but nothing could be further from the truth. The reason why he's younger than his fellow reincarnated scientists is that his fomer self, Shion, was innoculated against the virus, and spent nine years on their moon base, suffering in complete solitude after vowing not to commit suicide. After regaining the memories of his past life, Rin has become jaded and cynical, unable to properly distinguish between which life is reality. Now. there exists within Rin a dichotomy between the playful child that he is, and the manipulative adult that he once was, and he can switch between these two aspects of himself very quickly. In addition to gaining memories, he's also regained his Sarches--a power that allows him to both teleport and move things with his mind--that he uses as a deadly weapon.
Sample Entry:
I'm really excited, mister. I've never been to a summer camp before. Are you one of the counselors, or something? 'Cause if you are, you're way too old to be cosplaying. Hey, maybe you're some kind of pervert, dressing up to make kids less afraid of you. But if you're dressing up like a zombie, you must be really ugly normally. Do you want some gum, mister? You could use it, since your breath stinks so bad.
Just kidding. There's no way that this is a summer camp. As if anybody would let children near a radioactive lake. You think I'm dumb because I'm a kid, don't you? Moooron. It isn't smart to underestimate people just because they're smaller than you. So, why don't you tell me where I really am? Something is stopping me from teleporting out of here, so I know that this place isn't normal. Am I in some kind of secret research facility? Come on, mister, say something. Hesitate for too long, and I might have to do something bad.
Have it your way. You can't move now, right? Say something, or I'm going to make it hurt. "Brains"? Sorry, but that's not what I'm looking for. You know, I don't actually like using violence. I'm a pacifist. All you have to do is tell me the truth, and I may decide not to break your ribs. Still not talking? In that case...
Wow, I guess I was a little too forceful. I didn't mean to kill you. But...this is fine, since you weren't helping me. You definitely deserved it. I... How can you still be moving like that while your head is rolling on the ground? Are you some kind of monster? You're...really a zombie. I don't know how it's possible, but you are. So I guess it's impossible to really kill you anyway, huh? That's fine. I'll just have to find whoever's in charge of this place and make them tell me instead. Your boss had better be prepared, mister, 'cause I don't plan on staying here for long.
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Character: Fran
Series: Katekyo Hitman Reborn! (manga)
Character Age: Appears teenaged
Canon: Surprise surprise, you mafia boss now! Only, poor Tsuna, the recipient of the title for Big Bad Mafia Boss, is a no-good failure middle schooler, and definitely not fit for mafia. But lucky for him, an assassin baby has been sent from Italy just to help him train-with a smile on his face and a gun to Tsuna's head. Oh, and they're just in time for all the fun, internal strife and struggles for power happening within the mafia. Toss in another rainbow of killer babies, abilities based off the weather, and time travel, and you've got Tsuna's new life. Heartwarming, right?
Fran is one of the mafia's illusionists from the future, a time where things have Gone Wrong... Not that it's affected his attitude. To be blunt, Fran is, well, blunt. He's a professional deadpanner who doesn't know quite when to hold his tongue, and plainly judges you, your friends, and the band you like. Even when it gets him into a dangerous situation, he ignores it and keeps on going, unless the threat looks to be a little more than he wants to handle. While being verbally abusive, Fran also likes shoving responsibilities onto other people, willing or not, and putting effort into being completely useless. Such efforts include maintaining a near-nonexistent sense of self-preservation, refusing to fight because he can't make a cool pose while doing it, and referencing movie setups during times of serious business. Let's not also forget tendency to exposition and ability to talk when no one in particular is listening.
Sample Post:
Ahh, this is probably a bad situation. I ended up taking the wrong turn at that one sign... what was it? Albakirk? Albicurry? But it doesn't really matter, since I've been separated from everyone else now. And even worse, I ended up in this classic horror movie setup. I mean, isn't that a little unrealistic? They even went out of their way to spill colors everywhere. A glowing lake is just cliché, but purple gorillas and odd-colored plants is kind of pushing i....
Huh? Oh. It's one of the ugly gorillas. It looks like it's trying to say something to me; I'm sure it would be interesting if I knew what it was saying. Not like I'd be interested in talking to a gorilla at all, even if I could. No offense to the gorilla population, but most humans evolved past that stage for a reason. Like right now, I think it just got mad. I only ignored it a little; what a short-tempered gor- Ow, that hurts! Don't grab my arm like that, you might seriously hurt me. If you're mad about being called ugly, I might make it up to you if you let go. I can't really take it back since it's true, though.
Did it work? I guess you must be a pretty easy gorilla, if you let go just because I bribed you. But anyway, I'm kind of busy right now, so I'll try to make it up to you later, all right? Or even better, I'll find someone else to do it for me, since it's not like I know what a gorilla would want. ...And for the record, that wasn't permission to get closer to me. I'm not really a hug kind of person, so- ... ... Apparently it wasn't listening, and now the situation got even worse. So far, I've been separated from my group, stuck in the middle of nowhere, and now manhandled and kidnapped by a gorilla. It's too inconvenient; I can't even fight properly while it's carrying me. But wouldn't it be lame to try going all-out against a gorilla? Getting taken by one is already bad enough; a damsel-in-distress situation definitely doesn't suit me.
Hey gorilla, maybe this is how you normally do things, but it's not how I like to do them. Can't we come up with another way to make it up to you? If you let me down, we could compromise without any physical contact. And "no physical contact" didn't mean "touch me with other things instead". So, could you please stop shoving that food in my face? If you want me to try some, I'll only eat it if it's mostly edible, and if you let me down after. I'm getting tired of being carried like this. Deal or no deal? Oh, finally. Fine, I'll try it. ...The texture is kind of weird. Hey, what exactly is this? S-O-Y-L-
...Never mind. I don't want seconds.
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Character Name: Akito Sohma
Series: Fruits Basket
Age: Around 20.
Canon: Fruits Basket is the heartwarming tale of Honda Tohru discovering the secret, and secret pains, of the Sohma family. When hugged by a member of the opposite sex, those who bear the curse of the Chinese zodiac turn into their respective animal. It's not all fun and games until someone turns into a seahorse, though. The emotional, and even physical, scars of being a part of the Sohma clan are felt strongly by all those who are cursed. One of the reasons for the crippling strife is the cruel and twisted head of the family, Akito. Really, when God is one of us, he isn't a slob like one of us.
As the incarnation of the God of the zodiac, Akito possesses a special bond with all the cursed members of the Sohma family-A fact that he makes well-known and often takes advantage of. Given to having his way, he expects obedience from the rest of his family to unreasonable degrees. If someone acts out of place, Akito has the tendency to resort to violence and other tactics to ensure that nothing is contrary to his desires. He garners respect out of fear, not love. Akito's speech often reflects a believed superiority with cutting comments while appearing mild-mannered until provoked by any slight, real or not.
Sample Entry:
It really is a secluded place with a rustic charm, isn't it? Someone could just wander into the woods and never be heard from again, just like in those horror films. -Oh, that's right, someone has; several people, even. It really is surprising where my family can wander off to when left unwatched. I'll just have to keep a closer eye on them from now on. Really, they should be glad that I came all the way out to a place like this to find them, but I just couldn't leave them all by themselves. If you can't depend on family to never give you up or let you down, then who can you?
Now, as for the tour, there isn't much to distinguish this place from a filthy bog. The service is disappointing, and shouldn't be seen or heard... Or smelled, for that matter. They might explain the quality of the food served here, though. While I can appreciate local delicacies, I won't tolerate being served food that blinks at me again. Really, it's no wonder that everyone wants to escape this place, but the barrier is one of the few good points. It makes my work a bit easier.
As for the more unorthodox parts of this place, the rules are passable. I wouldn't want the eyes, or minds, of any of the younger members of my family being hurt. Children can be very delicate, after all. The rules should help inspire a Spartan living for the older members too. They have a tendency to be just as willful and troublesome as the children. It's a labor of love with them, really.
Haha, I didn't mean to keep you til your ears fell off. If you don't mind, I'll just pass my thoughts along to our dear cousin, Elizabeth, instead.
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Character name: Rosette Christopher
Series: Chrno Crusade (manga)
Age: 16
Canon: Ah, the Roaring Twenties. Before that icky thing called the Depression, we had bloomers, nun fanservice and demons. As you can see, this is a very historically correct manga series. Blazing her way across the United States and leaving a trail of wreckage in her wake is one Sister Rosette Christopher, a nun on a mission. Although you may think that said mission is to see how many cars she can destroy before DMV bans her from getting behind the wheel of another car, instead her mission is to locate her brother with the aid of a childhood friend and the titular shouta demon character of the series, Chrno. Unfortunately, her brother is (a) insane and (b) working for the bad guys.
Rosette could best be described as “hot-blooded”. She’s entirely capable of softer, introspective moments and understanding people’s motives. However, if you were looking for Rosette, she’s the nun with guns who just kicked the door down, demanding to know what’s going on. Rosette barrels through the story with nothing more than determination and an iron will. In fact, she has a disadvantage - Chrno is staying alive purely by eating Rosette’s soul - and this is rapidly killing her. As such, while she does know what fear is, she considers it entirely irrelevant. After all, she has a dream to fulfil and not much time left to complete it!
Note: Gospel is the name of Rosette’s bullets.
Sample Entry:
This is absolutely, most definitely, not my fault! And I can hear you saying it, so cut it out, feather-brain! Ugh, even the birds are backtalking me. Whyyyy, why is this happening to me? I didn’t do anything this time! I came, I saw, it sank. It could happen to anyone! It just ... tends to happen to me a lot. By accident! Who builds roads in Louisiana? It’s full of traps, waiting to snare the unsuspecting person. I bet they get hundreds of claims for cars being swallowed by the ground ... right? You watch yourself, buster, ‘cause I’m going to sue! Great, there goes another year’s salary. I am never going to get paid at this rate.
Chrno ... what have you gotten yourself into? Once I crossed the border, all the reports I had turned into brochures for “ShoutaCon 2009: Come for the shouta, stay until they’re cats”. That doesn’t even make any sense. And I really don’t know how you got suckered into such a con-job. I can’t leave you for an instant before you get into trouble. Ah well, I guess it can’t be helped. Good thing I’m here to pull your fat out of the fire!
Of course, first I’ve got to get past squid-witch here. I have this Holy Hand-Grenade from HQ, but ... I didn’t really listen to all the instructions. They were long and boring and I’m pretty sure that he repeated himself five times. I got it, I got it, we have to count to exactly three before throwing it! Sheesh, who needs to worry about counting when they’re fighting demons anyway? But when plan A fails ... or doesn’t even exist because you don’t know how to use the new weapons, there’s always plan B: shoot them until they’re dead. Hey you, squid queen! Eat Gospel!
Why yes, shooting demons like you is one of the cataclysms of my Order! ...or catechisms. Shut up, it’s an easy mistake to make!
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Character: Josh Foley / “Elixir”
Series: New X-Men / X-Force
Character Age: 17
Canon: The X-Men have always been about the younger generation growing up and facing the persecution of the world, only the current generation hasn’t had it easy. Realizing that they’re the youngest of their kind, they’ve left behind their relationship drama to face many death threats and the pressing fear that they may be next. Desperation to protect mutants from dying out has led to the reformation of a brutal task force, X-Force, which has recruited two of these young mutants, one of which being the powerful healer, Josh Foley.
He was once the golden boy, in both appearance and in longing for attention, who wanted nothing more than to please others and be liked. Josh had always been surprisingly perceptive and good at motivational speeches for an otherwise typical teenage boy (insensitivity, messy bedroom, and a rebellious tendency to play hero). And this hasn’t really changed. With the added trauma of seeing someone die and going to Hell, he’s changed his outlook on life. Once an overeager fighter, he’s turned into a pacifistic healer, wanting to do anything necessary to help his kind survive. This includes having extensive medical knowledge shoved into his head. Not that this is easy to tell. Josh still has a tendency to moan, complain, and make things about him-as well as act like an overeager puppy when others approve of his talents. But he’s determined to help others and make them appreciate life. Sure, he’s fairly subdued now in comparison to the pushy teenager who thought it was a good idea to date a teacher, but the same, dorky golden boy is still there, just hoping to make thing work out in the end.
Note: Josh is taken from X-Force issue #14.
Sample Post:
Look, uh, I know it’s been hard for the zombie population here at this camp for a while. Horrific summer camps are supposed to be full of scary zombies that frighten everyone, and after those guys showed up and managed to withstand bullets and carry on even while on fire, you guys have been a real joke. You weren’t even the head honchos in the first place, and now you’re nothing! I know it’s gotta be hard to get brains when they ignore you, but you have a chance to be better-and I can get you there! That’s why I’ve been called here to help out. I’ve always been a little nervous in handling the dead, but I’m willing to make you the Incredible Hulks of zombies, but probably not as smart. Even I can’t do that. If I do, though, there’s one condition: you have to be non-violent Hulk zombies. It won’t be Hulk-zombies smash! We want brains! It’s gotta be Hulk-zombies make you cupcakes and be peaceful! And maybe you give us brains. Fighting’s a bad idea, and that’s not what I signed up for.
I know, it’s probably weird to be turned into awesome zombies but be forced to be a pacifist. But just stay there and listen to me. I’ll make you more terrifying Arnold Schwarzenegger in a pair of speedos. Terrifying but sensitive to the needs of others. You want brains? You have to be scary, but not needy. Desperation is probably why people have been ignoring you for a while. And I know the toucans have been making it difficult for you. They’ve pulled out your eyes, tearing up the optic nerve, and making you play fetch. When I’m done, you’ll have optic nerves of steel. I promise. If you want to stand out more, I’ll help there, too. Colors of the rainbow, spread all around! It’ll be really cool.
Think of what you could do with this. You can mack on hot campers in camp. If you’re a lady zombie, you can show how to bring your milkshake to the yard. Just … don’t tell me. Guys can put on disco suits and strut around like John Travolta. Or you could just relax and enjoy music. You don’t have to worry about what’s your age these days, so skip out on the Blink 182, and maybe embrace something closer to your age. Van Halen, maybe? I always thought “Hot For Teacher” was a great song for being so old.
Are you up for this new lifestyle and awesome look, boys and girls? If so, step right up for new eyes, thighs of steel, rock hard abs, and brains that melt in your head and not in your mouth!
Poll Vote!
Remember!
- Applicants, respond anonymously.
- If you're going to do the whole "ask me if I voted you out!" thing, please state who you voted out.
- No speculating about the identity of the applicants!
Now VOTE. Closed!
Character: Oruha
Series: CLOVER
Character Age: 19
Canon: As one of CLAMP's more experimental works, CLOVER takes place in a futuristic, cyberpunk world where a girl named Suu, a four-leaf clover (magic user), is kept in isolation because of her immeasurable power. Kazuhiko, a former army lieutenant turned mercenary, is given the task of taking Suu from her cage and guarding her until she can fulfill her final wish. On this dangerous journey, they come across both friends and enemies as they search for happiness, learning about the past and each other along the way.
Oruha is Kazuhiko's lover and Suu's friend. She's a friendly, outgoing person with a kick of attitude and very little in the way of shame. Always with a smile on her face, Oruha's passion for her singing and her music knows no bounds. She's dedicated, hard-working, confident and doesn't let things like being able to predict her own death slow her down. And while the thought of dying and leaving the people she loves behind saddens her greatly, she doesn't let it overtake her. Oruha's going to love and live for as long as she can.
Sample Post:
To think that I'd be invited to sing in a foreign country is a little surreal and quite a pleasant surprise! I'm curious as to how anyone found out about me in the first place, though, since I haven't even debuted yet. Somewhere out there, someone must have excellent taste in music. Still, I wasn't expecting to end up in the middle of nowhere. I've never heard of Louisiana before, let alone a place called Camp Fuck You Die. But even if the setting leaves a lot to be desired, there's so much life here that's it hard not to be at least a little fascinated by it. I can almost ignore the smell because the colors of those birds alone are definitely enough to brighten up the place! And who knew that the people here would be such a vivid shade of green? It's almost like being in a completely different world~
I can see some things never change no matter where you go, though. Just because you two gentleman helped me carry my things, doesn't mean I owe you any special favors. I truly am sorry your friend lost an arm, but he seems to have been able to put it back on just fine, so I really don't see why he should be able to touch my... milkshakes? Really? Who calls them that? Even if I were the type of girl to let any man have his way, I wouldn't let you on principle. The only person here touching anything of mine is me. So keep your hands to yourself, alright? ♥
Now, then! If only I could find whoever it is I'm supposed to meet up with~ The director said she'd have someone waiting for me, but the only people around are the creatures in the fuzzy, purple costumes and fabulous dresses. It's a sight to see for sure, but I think we might need to have a talk later when my stage isn't sinking into a bubbling pit of steaming, black liquid on the importance of "less is more" when wearing makeup. There's nothing wrong with a girl wanting to feel pretty, witty and gay, but that's just a little too much blush!
... Well, it doesn't look like anyone's going to show up and I've had enough of sitting around doing nothing. It's time for me to take charge find this director myself! The least I can do is let her know how rude it is to keep a lady waiting. Besides, I would certainly hope she'd know that anyway, being one herself. But since it looks like I've got some free time, let me at least share a little of my music with you as thanks for waiting with me before I go.
♪ In a faraway place that seems out of a dream
There is a secret world where people are green
And though hopelessness and despair permeate the air
The bright colors that shine through let me know that it's true
That even in a place such as this
There's still always a chance to find happine--
While it's very kind of you all to want to join in and harmonize, my act is definitely a solo one. ♥
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Character: Aladdin
Series: Aladdin (Disney)
Character Age: 18
Canon: Aladdin, in the grand tradition of incredibly creatively titled Disney movies, follows the story of a young thief (or "street rat") by the name of Aladdin. His life kind of sucked until he had a chance encounter with the Princess Jasmine that results in him getting tossed in the palace dungeon. Which still sucked. But that's okay, because then the villain of the movie recruited him to retrieve a magic lamp! And then promptly tried to kill him by kicking him back into the magical collapsing cave. ... Aladdin's life has really sucked! At least, until he gets ahold of said magic lamp and befriends the Genie inside. Wacky hijinks ensue as the boy tries to get the girl in your Standard Disney Fashion.
Despite the fact that his life has sucked ten times over, Aladdin is a fairly decent young man. Living on the streets for nearly all his life has made him clever, but while he is a thief, he's more of a good-hearted one who steals only what he has to in order to survive. If he has to lie, he will! More often than not, he acts more as the moral center of the movie, even going as far as to keep his smartass thieving monkey friend Abu in line. But no one's perfect! ... and Aladdin tends to have a few problems with thinking things through and understanding the ramifications of his actions. When it comes to the prospect of beautiful women, the boy is Kind Of Dumb.
note: Aladdin is being apped from after the end of the first movie.
Sample Post:
Listen, guys, I think there's been some kind of misunderstanding here. Can't we just talk things through like, uh ... like normal people? As normal as a guy and several purple, er, gorillas can, at least? What I mean is that I can explain! I didn't mean to steal your bananas, I swear! Abu here sort of has this problem where he picks things up and forgets to put them down. A lot. At least he said he was sorry! Besides, you got them back, right? And if you ask me, I think a couple of you might want to lay off the bananas anyway. So you really, really don't need to keep me tied up like this. ... Please?
I don't even think they're listening or paying any attention to us anymore, Abu. Not that I'm surprised. Buuuut it's a good thing those guys don't really know how to tie a knot right, isn't it? Or that they didn't want to tie you up for some reason. It's dark enough, anyway, so I don't think they'll notice us for awhile. Keep pulling, okay? Just a little more and- there. C'mon, let's get out of here before those big guys figure out that we got loose! Hey, it's just like old times, isn't it? ♪ Gotta keep one jump ahead of the primates, one hop ahead of that horde, these guys won't give up until they've scor-
- whoa! That was a close one. We could've fallen right in. Geez, I'd heard about some kind of lake around this place, but I wasn't expecting it to be right over here or for the water to be so, uh, green. Is everything discolored here or is it just me? ... hey! I think I see someone waving from over there! Maybe she can give us a hand or directions or something. C'mon, Abu, don't be such a baby! And just because it's a little dark, too. What're you doing clinging to my leg like that, huh? Fine, I'll ask her on my own! Ahem. Excuse me, miss! My friend and I are a little lost and we were wondering if you could ... n-not grab my ankle with your tentacle. ... Okay Abu, you win - this counts as trouble. You can stop gloating now and throw me a vine or something! H-Hey, come on! Good squid, nice squid ... I need a hand here! ... or ... five hands? I won't complain about five hands.
Whew! Oh man, I didn't expect you guys to show up! Well, I kind of did after that escape attempt we pulled on you but you were good sports about that, especially considering that daring rescue back there. Thanks a lot! I was getting a little worried for a second there. Anyway, I think we're safe now, so you can let go of me! No hard feelings over the bananas, right? ... okay, well, maybe a few hard feelings still. H-hey, guys! Come on, you don't need to tie me up again! I thought we were going to be buddies now! Look, it's all one big misunderstanding. Just ask Abu! He can explain everything to you, and you guys seem to like him well enough. I'm pretty sure that he'll vouch for me and we can work this all out. Right, Abu?
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... Abu, you are not their mythical leader chosen by their monkey god and you know it. Now tell them to untie me!
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Character: Kobayashi Rin
Series: Please Save My Earth
Character Age: 7
Canon: Once upon a time, a group of seven alien scientists came to observe the Earth--the planet that they call KK. Soon. these scientists learn that their homeworld has been destroyed as the result of a bloody civil war. Now trapped, and unable to return home, the scientists are struck down by a mysterious virus, which makes their descent to Earth impossible as well. Tragically, they all die...only to be reborn on Earth, as Japanese teenagers.
Rin appears at first to be a normal if obnoxious little boy, but nothing could be further from the truth. The reason why he's younger than his fellow reincarnated scientists is that his fomer self, Shion, was innoculated against the virus, and spent nine years on their moon base, suffering in complete solitude after vowing not to commit suicide. After regaining the memories of his past life, Rin has become jaded and cynical, unable to properly distinguish between which life is reality. Now. there exists within Rin a dichotomy between the playful child that he is, and the manipulative adult that he once was, and he can switch between these two aspects of himself very quickly. In addition to gaining memories, he's also regained his Sarches--a power that allows him to both teleport and move things with his mind--that he uses as a deadly weapon.
Sample Entry:
I'm really excited, mister. I've never been to a summer camp before. Are you one of the counselors, or something? 'Cause if you are, you're way too old to be cosplaying. Hey, maybe you're some kind of pervert, dressing up to make kids less afraid of you. But if you're dressing up like a zombie, you must be really ugly normally. Do you want some gum, mister? You could use it, since your breath stinks so bad.
Just kidding. There's no way that this is a summer camp. As if anybody would let children near a radioactive lake. You think I'm dumb because I'm a kid, don't you? Moooron. It isn't smart to underestimate people just because they're smaller than you. So, why don't you tell me where I really am? Something is stopping me from teleporting out of here, so I know that this place isn't normal. Am I in some kind of secret research facility? Come on, mister, say something. Hesitate for too long, and I might have to do something bad.
Have it your way. You can't move now, right? Say something, or I'm going to make it hurt. "Brains"? Sorry, but that's not what I'm looking for. You know, I don't actually like using violence. I'm a pacifist. All you have to do is tell me the truth, and I may decide not to break your ribs. Still not talking? In that case...
Wow, I guess I was a little too forceful. I didn't mean to kill you. But...this is fine, since you weren't helping me. You definitely deserved it. I... How can you still be moving like that while your head is rolling on the ground? Are you some kind of monster? You're...really a zombie. I don't know how it's possible, but you are. So I guess it's impossible to really kill you anyway, huh? That's fine. I'll just have to find whoever's in charge of this place and make them tell me instead. Your boss had better be prepared, mister, 'cause I don't plan on staying here for long.
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Character: Fran
Series: Katekyo Hitman Reborn! (manga)
Character Age: Appears teenaged
Canon: Surprise surprise, you mafia boss now! Only, poor Tsuna, the recipient of the title for Big Bad Mafia Boss, is a no-good failure middle schooler, and definitely not fit for mafia. But lucky for him, an assassin baby has been sent from Italy just to help him train-with a smile on his face and a gun to Tsuna's head. Oh, and they're just in time for all the fun, internal strife and struggles for power happening within the mafia. Toss in another rainbow of killer babies, abilities based off the weather, and time travel, and you've got Tsuna's new life. Heartwarming, right?
Fran is one of the mafia's illusionists from the future, a time where things have Gone Wrong... Not that it's affected his attitude. To be blunt, Fran is, well, blunt. He's a professional deadpanner who doesn't know quite when to hold his tongue, and plainly judges you, your friends, and the band you like. Even when it gets him into a dangerous situation, he ignores it and keeps on going, unless the threat looks to be a little more than he wants to handle. While being verbally abusive, Fran also likes shoving responsibilities onto other people, willing or not, and putting effort into being completely useless. Such efforts include maintaining a near-nonexistent sense of self-preservation, refusing to fight because he can't make a cool pose while doing it, and referencing movie setups during times of serious business. Let's not also forget tendency to exposition and ability to talk when no one in particular is listening.
Sample Post:
Ahh, this is probably a bad situation. I ended up taking the wrong turn at that one sign... what was it? Albakirk? Albicurry? But it doesn't really matter, since I've been separated from everyone else now. And even worse, I ended up in this classic horror movie setup. I mean, isn't that a little unrealistic? They even went out of their way to spill colors everywhere. A glowing lake is just cliché, but purple gorillas and odd-colored plants is kind of pushing i....
Huh? Oh. It's one of the ugly gorillas. It looks like it's trying to say something to me; I'm sure it would be interesting if I knew what it was saying. Not like I'd be interested in talking to a gorilla at all, even if I could. No offense to the gorilla population, but most humans evolved past that stage for a reason. Like right now, I think it just got mad. I only ignored it a little; what a short-tempered gor- Ow, that hurts! Don't grab my arm like that, you might seriously hurt me. If you're mad about being called ugly, I might make it up to you if you let go. I can't really take it back since it's true, though.
Did it work? I guess you must be a pretty easy gorilla, if you let go just because I bribed you. But anyway, I'm kind of busy right now, so I'll try to make it up to you later, all right? Or even better, I'll find someone else to do it for me, since it's not like I know what a gorilla would want. ...And for the record, that wasn't permission to get closer to me. I'm not really a hug kind of person, so- ... ... Apparently it wasn't listening, and now the situation got even worse. So far, I've been separated from my group, stuck in the middle of nowhere, and now manhandled and kidnapped by a gorilla. It's too inconvenient; I can't even fight properly while it's carrying me. But wouldn't it be lame to try going all-out against a gorilla? Getting taken by one is already bad enough; a damsel-in-distress situation definitely doesn't suit me.
Hey gorilla, maybe this is how you normally do things, but it's not how I like to do them. Can't we come up with another way to make it up to you? If you let me down, we could compromise without any physical contact. And "no physical contact" didn't mean "touch me with other things instead". So, could you please stop shoving that food in my face? If you want me to try some, I'll only eat it if it's mostly edible, and if you let me down after. I'm getting tired of being carried like this. Deal or no deal? Oh, finally. Fine, I'll try it. ...The texture is kind of weird. Hey, what exactly is this? S-O-Y-L-
...Never mind. I don't want seconds.
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Character Name: Akito Sohma
Series: Fruits Basket
Age: Around 20.
Canon: Fruits Basket is the heartwarming tale of Honda Tohru discovering the secret, and secret pains, of the Sohma family. When hugged by a member of the opposite sex, those who bear the curse of the Chinese zodiac turn into their respective animal. It's not all fun and games until someone turns into a seahorse, though. The emotional, and even physical, scars of being a part of the Sohma clan are felt strongly by all those who are cursed. One of the reasons for the crippling strife is the cruel and twisted head of the family, Akito. Really, when God is one of us, he isn't a slob like one of us.
As the incarnation of the God of the zodiac, Akito possesses a special bond with all the cursed members of the Sohma family-A fact that he makes well-known and often takes advantage of. Given to having his way, he expects obedience from the rest of his family to unreasonable degrees. If someone acts out of place, Akito has the tendency to resort to violence and other tactics to ensure that nothing is contrary to his desires. He garners respect out of fear, not love. Akito's speech often reflects a believed superiority with cutting comments while appearing mild-mannered until provoked by any slight, real or not.
Sample Entry:
It really is a secluded place with a rustic charm, isn't it? Someone could just wander into the woods and never be heard from again, just like in those horror films. -Oh, that's right, someone has; several people, even. It really is surprising where my family can wander off to when left unwatched. I'll just have to keep a closer eye on them from now on. Really, they should be glad that I came all the way out to a place like this to find them, but I just couldn't leave them all by themselves. If you can't depend on family to never give you up or let you down, then who can you?
Now, as for the tour, there isn't much to distinguish this place from a filthy bog. The service is disappointing, and shouldn't be seen or heard... Or smelled, for that matter. They might explain the quality of the food served here, though. While I can appreciate local delicacies, I won't tolerate being served food that blinks at me again. Really, it's no wonder that everyone wants to escape this place, but the barrier is one of the few good points. It makes my work a bit easier.
As for the more unorthodox parts of this place, the rules are passable. I wouldn't want the eyes, or minds, of any of the younger members of my family being hurt. Children can be very delicate, after all. The rules should help inspire a Spartan living for the older members too. They have a tendency to be just as willful and troublesome as the children. It's a labor of love with them, really.
Haha, I didn't mean to keep you til your ears fell off. If you don't mind, I'll just pass my thoughts along to our dear cousin, Elizabeth, instead.
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Character name: Rosette Christopher
Series: Chrno Crusade (manga)
Age: 16
Canon: Ah, the Roaring Twenties. Before that icky thing called the Depression, we had bloomers, nun fanservice and demons. As you can see, this is a very historically correct manga series. Blazing her way across the United States and leaving a trail of wreckage in her wake is one Sister Rosette Christopher, a nun on a mission. Although you may think that said mission is to see how many cars she can destroy before DMV bans her from getting behind the wheel of another car, instead her mission is to locate her brother with the aid of a childhood friend and the titular shouta demon character of the series, Chrno. Unfortunately, her brother is (a) insane and (b) working for the bad guys.
Rosette could best be described as “hot-blooded”. She’s entirely capable of softer, introspective moments and understanding people’s motives. However, if you were looking for Rosette, she’s the nun with guns who just kicked the door down, demanding to know what’s going on. Rosette barrels through the story with nothing more than determination and an iron will. In fact, she has a disadvantage - Chrno is staying alive purely by eating Rosette’s soul - and this is rapidly killing her. As such, while she does know what fear is, she considers it entirely irrelevant. After all, she has a dream to fulfil and not much time left to complete it!
Note: Gospel is the name of Rosette’s bullets.
Sample Entry:
This is absolutely, most definitely, not my fault! And I can hear you saying it, so cut it out, feather-brain! Ugh, even the birds are backtalking me. Whyyyy, why is this happening to me? I didn’t do anything this time! I came, I saw, it sank. It could happen to anyone! It just ... tends to happen to me a lot. By accident! Who builds roads in Louisiana? It’s full of traps, waiting to snare the unsuspecting person. I bet they get hundreds of claims for cars being swallowed by the ground ... right? You watch yourself, buster, ‘cause I’m going to sue! Great, there goes another year’s salary. I am never going to get paid at this rate.
Chrno ... what have you gotten yourself into? Once I crossed the border, all the reports I had turned into brochures for “ShoutaCon 2009: Come for the shouta, stay until they’re cats”. That doesn’t even make any sense. And I really don’t know how you got suckered into such a con-job. I can’t leave you for an instant before you get into trouble. Ah well, I guess it can’t be helped. Good thing I’m here to pull your fat out of the fire!
Of course, first I’ve got to get past squid-witch here. I have this Holy Hand-Grenade from HQ, but ... I didn’t really listen to all the instructions. They were long and boring and I’m pretty sure that he repeated himself five times. I got it, I got it, we have to count to exactly three before throwing it! Sheesh, who needs to worry about counting when they’re fighting demons anyway? But when plan A fails ... or doesn’t even exist because you don’t know how to use the new weapons, there’s always plan B: shoot them until they’re dead. Hey you, squid queen! Eat Gospel!
Why yes, shooting demons like you is one of the cataclysms of my Order! ...or catechisms. Shut up, it’s an easy mistake to make!
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Character: Josh Foley / “Elixir”
Series: New X-Men / X-Force
Character Age: 17
Canon: The X-Men have always been about the younger generation growing up and facing the persecution of the world, only the current generation hasn’t had it easy. Realizing that they’re the youngest of their kind, they’ve left behind their relationship drama to face many death threats and the pressing fear that they may be next. Desperation to protect mutants from dying out has led to the reformation of a brutal task force, X-Force, which has recruited two of these young mutants, one of which being the powerful healer, Josh Foley.
He was once the golden boy, in both appearance and in longing for attention, who wanted nothing more than to please others and be liked. Josh had always been surprisingly perceptive and good at motivational speeches for an otherwise typical teenage boy (insensitivity, messy bedroom, and a rebellious tendency to play hero). And this hasn’t really changed. With the added trauma of seeing someone die and going to Hell, he’s changed his outlook on life. Once an overeager fighter, he’s turned into a pacifistic healer, wanting to do anything necessary to help his kind survive. This includes having extensive medical knowledge shoved into his head. Not that this is easy to tell. Josh still has a tendency to moan, complain, and make things about him-as well as act like an overeager puppy when others approve of his talents. But he’s determined to help others and make them appreciate life. Sure, he’s fairly subdued now in comparison to the pushy teenager who thought it was a good idea to date a teacher, but the same, dorky golden boy is still there, just hoping to make thing work out in the end.
Note: Josh is taken from X-Force issue #14.
Sample Post:
Look, uh, I know it’s been hard for the zombie population here at this camp for a while. Horrific summer camps are supposed to be full of scary zombies that frighten everyone, and after those guys showed up and managed to withstand bullets and carry on even while on fire, you guys have been a real joke. You weren’t even the head honchos in the first place, and now you’re nothing! I know it’s gotta be hard to get brains when they ignore you, but you have a chance to be better-and I can get you there! That’s why I’ve been called here to help out. I’ve always been a little nervous in handling the dead, but I’m willing to make you the Incredible Hulks of zombies, but probably not as smart. Even I can’t do that. If I do, though, there’s one condition: you have to be non-violent Hulk zombies. It won’t be Hulk-zombies smash! We want brains! It’s gotta be Hulk-zombies make you cupcakes and be peaceful! And maybe you give us brains. Fighting’s a bad idea, and that’s not what I signed up for.
I know, it’s probably weird to be turned into awesome zombies but be forced to be a pacifist. But just stay there and listen to me. I’ll make you more terrifying Arnold Schwarzenegger in a pair of speedos. Terrifying but sensitive to the needs of others. You want brains? You have to be scary, but not needy. Desperation is probably why people have been ignoring you for a while. And I know the toucans have been making it difficult for you. They’ve pulled out your eyes, tearing up the optic nerve, and making you play fetch. When I’m done, you’ll have optic nerves of steel. I promise. If you want to stand out more, I’ll help there, too. Colors of the rainbow, spread all around! It’ll be really cool.
Think of what you could do with this. You can mack on hot campers in camp. If you’re a lady zombie, you can show how to bring your milkshake to the yard. Just … don’t tell me. Guys can put on disco suits and strut around like John Travolta. Or you could just relax and enjoy music. You don’t have to worry about what’s your age these days, so skip out on the Blink 182, and maybe embrace something closer to your age. Van Halen, maybe? I always thought “Hot For Teacher” was a great song for being so old.
Are you up for this new lifestyle and awesome look, boys and girls? If so, step right up for new eyes, thighs of steel, rock hard abs, and brains that melt in your head and not in your mouth!
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