Brainstorming a character idea.

Ivar Pathfinder · 03-01-2011, 08:30 AM

As the title indicates, I've been toying with a bit of a character idea, and wondering, among other things, if the general idea would fit anywhere. That is to say, if anyone has positions to be filled - brothers, cousins, knights, etc. - wherein this idea would fit, don't hesitate to let me know.

General summary: male, between the ages of 18 - 30, though in my head I've been picturing the character as being at the younger end of the range. A knighted noble, which I suppose would be relatively commonplace; not necessarily a higher noble, however, from any main family branch or the like, but high enough so as to reasonably warrant some of the character's exceptional arrogance and narcissism that I'd like to portray. Prone to violence, potentially abusive and petty, and by no means the epitome of a good and proper knight. Perhaps even just a titch deranged for spice (though I'm likely to drop this little bit, as it might be going overboard just a tad).

Physically speaking, the character would be highly attractive, quite androgynous (as I'm leaning towards - perhaps a play-by using Andrej Pejic) and to coincide with the character's other egotistical behaviour, making him exceptionally vain.

Initially, I've been looking at the "wanted character" positions of Trystane and Agrivane Velaryon. While the character works singularly or as a pair of sorts, I thought it might be interesting to play an identical twin pair as per the general idea described.

That's about it, in short. I'm certainly not familiar with all characters already written, so if any character similar to this is already in play however, I wouldn't mind knowing so that I can drop this idea and think of something perhaps better. (Har har)

Rex · 03-01-2011, 10:15 AM

Personally, I see that character being a good position as a child of Tandor Castell. He and his eldest son are both arrogant and relatively narcissistic. The family is basically the very incarnation of abusive and violent, but with them being a cast off of the main branch (Youngest uncle of Victor) and Tandor being a bit of a renegade (previously) they are enough removed from the main family to not be classed as "higher" nobles.

The age range I'm happy to toy with for the guy - We can potentially make him and Grayson twins, which would be IMMENSELY hilarious. Oh and Grayson is very specific about being a "Sir" rather than a "Lord" title, so that should fit with the knighted noble situation. Also, it gives him a warped family dynamic of conflict with the father, which is an added awesomeness.

That's just my two cents though and I am biased since Tandor is my character.

Sveyn · 03-01-2011, 03:27 PM

I like the twins idea. House V could use some members, and Svavel has plots that need help and players to be in them. That's my short two cents.

and omg, twins are so much fun to play. <3

Jacques · 03-01-2011, 05:03 PM

Hmm... Luxe is House Velaryon and I know she'd love to have some family over there. Svavel's kind of awesomely gone mad at the moment. I know the Velaryons are meant to be more occupied with tourneys and good times (apparently, because in this game it's hard to tell lol) and being boys and winning shiny stuff... Which would totally fit with what you've got I think?

Tandor's eldest son might be a good fit too. Castell egos are an institution really.

There's also Ippolito Sanseverino but he's only 16.. though he's just been knighted. Sansevs are a bit... um, well... violent. The family trade is basically being the Inquisition, and they're tied to the mercenary Mercados... and don't look too close at the traffic going between them and the Shadowmeres...

I'd also think maybe one of Garrus Atherton's brothers? Balthasar Cromwell (he's supposed to be kind of... um, bitchy), a Vostrikova (if you want to go with the little bit of crazy- they're our lovely psycho northerner thing), a Raith (they're scary and possibly skin people alive, so you know, there's that...), a Santagar, Nicholas Ambrosios' brother... or maybe one of the Milov sons?

Ok, I'll stop now.

Roma Ashpool · 03-01-2011, 05:14 PM

If someone were interested in Sergei Kirov, that sounds like his crazy brother... I forget the name...

Rhovanion Selidor · 03-01-2011, 08:29 PM

I've already got one knight, but I could consider picking up another if you go with the twins. I'm sending you a PM if you want to throw around ideas.

03-01-2011, 08:30 AM	#1
Ivar Pathfinder Laketown Skalldings Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 38 Mentioned: 0 Post(s)	Brainstorming a character idea. As the title indicates, I've been toying with a bit of a character idea, and wondering, among other things, if the general idea would fit anywhere. That is to say, if anyone has positions to be filled - brothers, cousins, knights, etc. - wherein this idea would fit, don't hesitate to let me know. General summary: male, between the ages of 18 - 30, though in my head I've been picturing the character as being at the younger end of the range. A knighted noble, which I suppose would be relatively commonplace; not necessarily a higher noble, however, from any main family branch or the like, but high enough so as to reasonably warrant some of the character's exceptional arrogance and narcissism that I'd like to portray. Prone to violence, potentially abusive and petty, and by no means the epitome of a good and proper knight. Perhaps even just a titch deranged for spice (though I'm likely to drop this little bit, as it might be going overboard just a tad). Physically speaking, the character would be highly attractive, quite androgynous (as I'm leaning towards - perhaps a play-by using Andrej Pejic) and to coincide with the character's other egotistical behaviour, making him exceptionally vain. Initially, I've been looking at the "wanted character" positions of Trystane and Agrivane Velaryon. While the character works singularly or as a pair of sorts, I thought it might be interesting to play an identical twin pair as per the general idea described. That's about it, in short. I'm certainly not familiar with all characters already written, so if any character similar to this is already in play however, I wouldn't mind knowing so that I can drop this idea and think of something perhaps better. (Har har)

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03-01-2011, 10:15 AM	#2
Rex Weapon of Mass Seduction Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 709 Mentioned: 0 Post(s)	Personally, I see that character being a good position as a child of Tandor Castell. He and his eldest son are both arrogant and relatively narcissistic. The family is basically the very incarnation of abusive and violent, but with them being a cast off of the main branch (Youngest uncle of Victor) and Tandor being a bit of a renegade (previously) they are enough removed from the main family to not be classed as "higher" nobles. The age range I'm happy to toy with for the guy - We can potentially make him and Grayson twins, which would be IMMENSELY hilarious. Oh and Grayson is very specific about being a "Sir" rather than a "Lord" title, so that should fit with the knighted noble situation. Also, it gives him a warped family dynamic of conflict with the father, which is an added awesomeness. That's just my two cents though and I am biased since Tandor is my character.

03-01-2011, 03:27 PM	#3
Sveyn The Deathbringer Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 174 Mentioned: 0 Post(s)	I like the twins idea. House V could use some members, and Svavel has plots that need help and players to be in them. That's my short two cents. and omg, twins are so much fun to play. <3

03-01-2011, 05:03 PM	#4
Jacques Ashpool. Jacques Ashpool. Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 572 Mentioned: 0 Post(s)	Hmm... Luxe is House Velaryon and I know she'd love to have some family over there. Svavel's kind of awesomely gone mad at the moment. I know the Velaryons are meant to be more occupied with tourneys and good times (apparently, because in this game it's hard to tell lol) and being boys and winning shiny stuff... Which would totally fit with what you've got I think? Tandor's eldest son might be a good fit too. Castell egos are an institution really. There's also Ippolito Sanseverino but he's only 16.. though he's just been knighted. Sansevs are a bit... um, well... violent. The family trade is basically being the Inquisition, and they're tied to the mercenary Mercados... and don't look too close at the traffic going between them and the Shadowmeres... I'd also think maybe one of Garrus Atherton's brothers? Balthasar Cromwell (he's supposed to be kind of... um, bitchy), a Vostrikova (if you want to go with the little bit of crazy- they're our lovely psycho northerner thing), a Raith (they're scary and possibly skin people alive, so you know, there's that...), a Santagar, Nicholas Ambrosios' brother... or maybe one of the Milov sons? Ok, I'll stop now.

03-01-2011, 05:14 PM	#5
Roma Ashpool House Ashpool Join Date: Nov 2010 Posts: 104 Mentioned: 0 Post(s)	If someone were interested in Sergei Kirov, that sounds like his crazy brother... I forget the name...

03-01-2011, 08:29 PM	#6
Rhovanion Selidor Mr. Nice Guy Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 260 Mentioned: 0 Post(s)	I've already got one knight, but I could consider picking up another if you go with the twins. I'm sending you a PM if you want to throw around ideas.