Carbon

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Questionnaire: (in progress)

Introduction

Give a two or three word description of yourself. (Describe your character's concept.)

Snarky street hero.

Do you have any nicknames, street names, titles, or nom de plume?

Non at the moment, other then name, former name and superhero name. Do they count?

What is your full birth name?

Carter Mendell. Currently has a new (semi) legit name- Randy Cash.

Where do you live?

Small apartment in Theatre District, Freedom City.

Why do you live there?

Its cheap and relatively close to both jobs.

What do you perceive as your greatest strength?

Stree smarts.

What do you perceive as your greatest weakness?

Quick temper, especially toward other people I dont care about.

Physical Traits

How old are you? (Chronological age as well as age category.)

30 years old.

What is your sex?

Currently not good... oh, you mean gender... Male.

What is your race?

White human. Or should I say cuacasian, am I supposed to be politically correct?

How tall are you?

Read the sheet. Just tall enough.

How much do you weigh?

See above. Fairly avarage, unless turned into some hard stuff.

What is your general body type, frame, bone structure, and poise?

Tall, fairly muscled but hardly visible at first glance.

What is your skin colour?

Didnt you ask already? White.

What is your hair colour?

Black.

What is your hair style?

Long, messy "whatever I wake up with".

Do you have any facial hair?

Few days worth of shave.

What is your eye colour?

Black.

How attractive are you?

I've seen worse.

What is your most distinguishing feature?

Nothing really. I look like a regular guy in thirties who doesnt like to shave too often.

Do you have any scars, tattoos, or birthmarks?

Nope.

What is your handedness (left/right/ambidextrous)?

Right handed.

Do you resemble some currently known person?

None that I know of (Im not into pop culture).

What kind of clothing do you wear?

SImple stuff like blue jeans, t-shirts and maybe a brown jacket on cold days.

Do you wear makeup?

No, Im not gay.

What sort of vocal tone do you have?

Rough, intimidating one.

History

Where is your homeland?

USA, Freedom City.

Are you aware of its history?

More or less.

Are you patriotic or a social outcast?

In the middle- I dont care about politics, but if someone tried to invade it, I'll be in the frontlines.

What are your opinion of home?

Its okay. Not much to compare to, but I have no reason to leave.

Where is your home town?

Freedom City. I said that already!

Are your real reasons for becoming an adventurer different from what you tell others?

I got nothing to hide from my friends. Friends equal those I can trust.

How far would you go to keep such secrets from being revealed? What would you do if the truth became known?

I'd rather nobody found out, for the sake of my daughter. And if anyone discovers it, I'll use some heavy diplomacy to make them my "friends". Or silence them forever... nah, kidding.

What do you fear would occur if the truth became known?

I fear it would hurt my daughter. Its the last thing someone will do in their life.

How do you feel about other races?

Neutral. I know a lot of bad and good people, race doesnt matter.

Were there any traumatic experiences in your early years (death of a family member, abandonment, orphaned at an early age)?

I grew up with abusive parents. Explains a lot.

Briefly describe a defining moment in your childhood and how it influenced your life.

There isnt one that overshadows others. Probably something to do with my father, but I dont wanna talk about it.

What stupid things did you do when you were younger?

Joined a gang, bullied a lot of kids and were generally an a-hole. I dont really regret them though, what happened happened.

Which toys from your childhood have you kept?

None. Not that I had any at all.

Do you have any deep, dark secrets in the past that may come back to haunt you?

Yeah, the "laboratory" where I got my powers. These guys think Im dead, but I turned out more powerfull then they hoped, so Im expecting a visit one day or another.

Are you who you claim to be?

Depends who I talk to. If its someone trusted, friend or family- then no, Im not hiding anything. Anyone else- not their business, I have a new name for a reason.

Do you have any sort of criminal record?

Where do I begin... gangs, heists, petty theft, henchman to several small villains. The list goes on.

How do you view the heroes/legends of your country?

I never met any, so I cant tell how much is a lie. I'll get on that when I find out more.

Family

Who were your parents?

Mom was a nurse, and Father was (mostly) unemployed abusive drunk. Good think my mom knew first aid, couse she defenitely didnt know about common sense to move out.

Were you raised by them? If not, then why didn't they and who did raise you?

Raised? Thats a good one. I was raised by street, they cared about me more then these two.

What was their standing in the community?

None at all. They were laughinstock or subject of pity, depending how compassionate you were.

Did your family stay in one area or move around a lot?

They stayed in one place. Far as I know, they still are.

How did you get along with their parents?

I. HAVE. NO. PARENTS.

How would your parents describe you? Answer this in the voice of your mother, then in your father's.

I dont care about them enough to remember. Besides, all my father knew was how to embarass and humiliate me, so that might be answer of it all.

Do you have any siblings? If so how many and what were their names? How did you get along with each of your siblings?

No, thankfully. I doubt anyone else could survive in our home like this.

What was your birth position in the family?

Didnt you pay attention at all?

List all current knowledge of family locations, spouses, children, birth dates, schooling, and any important incidents that only you and they might remember.

Im ignoring this question.

Do you stay in touch with them or have you become estranged?

Take a guess (estranded).

Do you love or hate one member of the family in particular?

I dont care about them, but hate might be close.

Is any member of the family special to you in any way (perhaps, as a confidant, mentor, or arch-rival)?

Nope.

Are there any black (or white) sheep in the family (including you)?

The entire family is a black sheep. I might be the only one to grow out of it, actually getting a regular job and some higher goals.

Do you have a notorious or celebrated ancestor?

Nope. Grandpa was supposedly a war hero, but I never knew him.

If so, what did this person do to become famous or infamous?

He led a platoon during World War II and was there in Vietnam, but I dont know the details.

Do you try to live up to the reputation of your ancestor, try to live it down, or ignore it?

Not really, though he does seem like a good guy.

Do you ever want to have a family of your own someday?

I already did, but Im not against getting married again, or getting more kids. Who knows, for now Im concentrated on my first child.

Would anything change your mind on this issue and if so, what?

I dont know. Maybe finding out my future kids will grow powerfull and evil might change my mind, but I doubt it.

What type of person would be your ideal mate?

Anything that isnt like my ex-wife, she can die. An avarage, kind and not-ugly is basically all I want right now, Im not picky.

Relationships

Do you have any close friends? If so, who and what are they like?

Not really close friends, but a lot of drinking buddies and collegues from back then. Most of them are criminals or involved with some shady business though.

What is the history of their relationship(s) with you?

We grew up together, worked together and often fought alongside- a bond was sure to ensue.

Do you currently have a best friend whom you would protect with your reputation or your life?

Not really, no.

If so, who are they and what caused you to feel so close to them? What would have to happen for you to end this relationship?

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Who is your most trusted ally?

Not really.

Who do you despise and why?

Name seven things you hate in others.

Is your image consistent?

Do you deliberately present yourself differently in different situations, and how?

What would you die for?

What is the worst thing someone has done to you?

What is your general reaction to an attractive member of the opposite sex who lets you know they are available?

How do you get along with others of the same adventuring class?

Have you lost any loves?

How did you handle the situation (short & long term)?

Who would miss you should you go missing?

How close are you to your adventuring companions?

What do they not know about you?

Are you a member of any house, guild, organization, or church? What is your level of involvement?

Personality & Beliefs

Do you, or did you, have any role models?

Do you have any heroes or idols, either contemporary or from legend?

Did you ever become disillusioned with former heroes or idols? If so, why and what were the circumstances?

When did you decide to become an adventurer?

Why have you chosen to risk your life as a career?

What do you expect to get out of being an adventurer? What, if anything, would make you stop adventuring?

Do you have any dreams or ambitions? If not, why?

What are your short term goals (what would you like to be doing within a year)?

What are your long term goals (what would you like to be doing twenty years from now)?

If these goals seem at odds with each other, or with your dreams, how do you reconcile the differences?

Do you have any great rational or irrational fears or phobias? If so, what are the origins of, or reasons behind them?

How do you react when this fear manifests itself?

What are your attitudes regarding material wealth?

Are you miserly with your share of the wealth, or do you spend it freely?

Do you see wealth as a mark of success, or just as a means to an end?

How do you generally treat others?

Do you trust easily (perhaps too easily) or not?

Are you introverted (shy and withdrawn) or extroverted (outgoing)?

Are you a humble soul or blusteringly proud?

What habits do you find most annoying in friends?

What are your most annoying habits?

Is there any race, creed, alignment, religion, class, profession, political viewpoint, or the like against which you are strongly prejudiced, and why?

What is your favourite food?

What is your favourite drink?

What is your favourite treat (desert)?

Do you favour a particular cuisine?

Do you savor the tastes when eating or "wolf down" your food?

Do you like food mild or heavily spiced?

Are there any specific foodstuffs that you find disgusting or refuse to eat?

What are your favourite colour(s)?

Is there any colour that you dislike?

Do you have a favourite (or hated) song, type of music, or instrument?

If you have a favourite scent, what is it?

What is your favourite type of animal?

Are you allergic to any kinds of animals?

Is there anything that enrages you?

Is there anything which embarrasses you?

Do you enjoy "roughing it", or do you prefer your creature comforts?

Do you have a patron deity?

Are you devout or impious?

Do you actively worship and proselytize or do you simply pay lip service?

What lengths would you go to defend your faith?

Was your faith influenced or molded by anyone special?

Do you belong to a dominant church, or an independent church, cult, or sect (and is the group accepted, frowned upon, or considered heretics)?

Will you kill?

When did you decide (or learn) that you would?

When do you consider it okay to kill (under what circumstances)?

When do you consider it wrong to kill (under what circumstances)?

What would you do if someone else attempted to (or successfully did) kill under your "wrong" circumstances, what would be your reaction?

What if it were your enemy?

What if it were your friend?

What if the opponent were not in control of their own actions (under duress, charmed, dominated, possessed)?

What would you do if something were stolen from you?

What would you do if you were badly insulted publicly?

What would you do if a good friend or relative were killed by means other than natural death?

What is the one task you would absolutely refuse to do?

What do you consider to be the worst crime someone could commit and why?

How do you feel about government (rulers) in general? Why do you feel that way?

Do you support the current government of your homeland?

If so, how far are you willing to go to defend the government? If not, do you actively oppose it?

What form of government do you believe is the best (democracy, monarchy, anarchy, aristocratic rule, oligarchy, matriarchy) and why?

Do you have any unusual habits or dominant personality traits that are evident to others?

If so, describe them and how you acquired them, as well as when they might be more noticeable and what causes them.

Do you have any unusual or nervous mannerisms, such as when talking, thinking, afraid, under stress, or when embarrassed?

What is your most treasured possession?

If your life were to end in 24 hours, what 5 things would you do in those remaining hours?

Career & Training

Where and how were you educated?

Who trained you in your adventuring class(es)?

What was your relationship with your teacher(s)/mentor(s)?

Is this person or institution still in existence?

Were you a prize student or did you just barely pass?

Look at your skills. How did you acquire them (especially the unusual ones)?

Have you ever done anything else for a living?

How do you function in combat (maneuvers, weaknesses)?

Have you ever received any awards or honours?

Is there anything that you don't currently know how to do that you wish you could?

Are you envious of others who can do such things in a good-natured way or are you sullen and morose about it?

Lifestyle & Hobbies

When not adventuring, what is your normal daily routine?

How do you feel and react when this routine is interrupted for some reason?

What are your hobbies when you are not adventuring or training?

What do you do for relaxation? What things do you do for enjoyment? What interests do you have?

How do you normally dress when not in your adventuring gear?

What do you normally wear in bed at home?

What do you normally wear in bed while adventuring?

Do you wear any identifiable jewelry?

Where do you normally put your weapons, magic items, or other valuables when you are sleeping?

What morning or evening routines do you normally have?

Do these change when you are adventuring?

Travel: how do you get around locally?

Do you have a Last Will and Testament?

What does it say?

Miscellaneous

What would you like to be remembered for after your death?

What kind of threat do you present to the public?

If your features were to be destroyed beyond recognition, is there any other way of identifying your body?

As a player, if you could, what advice would you give your character? Speak as if he/she were sitting right here in front of you. Use proper tone so they might heed your advice...