Post by Makoto on Feb 2, 2010 19:41:07 GMT -5
☂ n u m b --
Template nicked from Disney, modified to my personal tastes.
Template nicked from Disney, modified to my personal tastes.
There is a link in my signature to Makoto's character sheet for those who wish view it and get a better idea of the character they're going to be dealing with. Makoto has just recently discovered that his body is void of any tactile sensation, but has yet to learn about his magical abilities or that his body is in fact an artificial one.
What I am looking for are characters that could add some colour to Makoto's journey. However, I first need him to learn of the existence of the other realms in order to expand the plane upon which I can roleplay him. Since Artificial Magi are normal civilians who have their memories of being abducted and given an artificial body and magical abilities erased, I am limited to roleplaying him in Japan in order to remain accurately in-character. This may seem like a hindrance, but it is actually a welcome challenge; it offers me many plot devices to work with.
The things I definitely need for Makoto are enemies and friends. Both relationships will help me open up a world beyond Makoto's imagination. Enemies will stir up an emotion that is a rare occurence within him, which unfortunately is the same emotion that will trigger his latent magical abilities: anger. Friends can help him find out about the existence of Asura and all the adjacent realms. These discoveries will come as an astronomical shock to Makoto, whom, prior to discovering these things, was a mere mortal (psychologically, anyway).
Once knowledge of his abilities and the alternate realms is established, I want him to stumble upon a variety of species/classes so he can learn about the world he has been ignorant of his entire life. I also want him to have companions in his pursuit for the truth -- why his body is the way it is and why he suddenly has magical powers, as well as searching for a way to return his body to normal so he can once again experience the world around him through his sense of touch.
So if you're interested in having your character become a part of Makoto's life and help him discover and experience a world currently unknown to him, feel free to post in this thread with your ideas and we'll figure something out. Thanks to those that wish to be involved! c:
→ FRIENDS
I'm not going to lie. Makoto isn't the easiest person to warm up to given his frigid demeanor. His unmotivated attitude causes him to give up easily, and due to bad experiences in his past he has created a personal wall around himself to prevent people from accessing his vulnerable insides. While he may not put much emotional and trust investment into a relationship out of a fear of getting hurt or betrayed, he'll still consider you a casual acquaintance and treat you with more respect and warmth than he would an average stranger. Once you show you are trustworthy and loyal, there will be a considerable difference in his attitude toward you, though it may be a bit awkward since it's been a long time since he's had a close friend.
→ RIVALS
Not exactly enemies, but not really all that friendly, either, Makoto doesn't mind a little bit of competition every once and a while. He enjoys fighting, and since most of his bouts have been against talentless street thugs, an opponent with any semblance of ability or better yet, one that will give him a challenge is a welcome presence.
→ LOVERS
This is a relationship that Makoto is none too fond of. It takes far too much investment to achieve this type of relationship, and the more you invest, the more you risk losing should it go awry. Not to mention the fact that he lacks any sense of touch; he wouldn't be able to feel their kisses, hugs, or caresses, which is a depressing thought. To get to the position of being Makoto's lover is a long and difficult struggle, and only the ones that care enough to put the effort into enduring this struggle are the ones Makoto want anything to do with. There is a massive wall one must break down before they can see inside of him.
→ ENEMIES
Makoto is very vindictive and unforgiving, so if you find yourself on his bad side, expect to stay there for as long as you live. He is patient for the most part, making it difficult for someone to anger or provoke him, but a few things he absolutely cannot tolerate is being betrayed by those he perceived as friends and arrogance in undeserving individuals. Lying is another thing he finds distasteful, but it does not sour his mood as much as the former does.
→ OTHER
None of the above labels fit the criteria in which you believe your character fits into? Toss me a suggestion and I'll be more than happy to receive it.