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soutou
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PostPosted: Sun Jun 24, 2007 3:08 pm


Here we go, Ary, as you asked. I had fun. heart I hope it helps.

Sevastian Personality
He is constantly worrying about others and in a way that sort of mirrors back to reflect the worries onto himself, for he is constantly worrying if he's helpful enough or polite enough.


...er...what? That's a really confusing statement, for the record. I think there's a less-wordy way to say that. I think you could cut out the part about the others and himself. However...why is he worrying about this stuff? Why is he so hard and himself and not others? If it's detrimental to him, why isn't someone trying to stop it?

Not too many issues with the second paragraph.

Third paragraph needs to be higher up. After I read the first one, I was really confused. I need to know why he wants to please people so much. Why does he want love from such a young age? I find myself wondering if maybe his guardian neglects him? (I just read her profile. So she's a party animal...but...you never stated how she interacts with her kid. So...does she neglect him? ._.; Or...am I missing somethin here?)

Fourth paragraph, pretty solid. Last sentence is a fragment, by the way.

I notice your appearance is tiny. Are you giving the artist freedom? 'Cos if you aren't, it's really short. That might be because I'm going...AWR. SENTENCE, FOR PLZ. If you have an idea about their appearances, that's just too important to leave in list form. Another question. So we have his hair color. How long is it? How does he wear it? Is it going to change as he grows up? Same for those bat wings. Do they grow with age, or are they always going to be tiny? (Those last questions only apply if you're not giving artistic freedom. Otherwise, feel free to ignore.)

Okay...on to Viola. If you want to give a small list of adjectives before hand, I suggest limiting it to three. ^^;; Extremely nitpicky, yes, but it's called 'the magic three' for a reason. (*should stop quoting her writing class now*)

...please break up text. (See Ary's post below, that's what I mean.) The wall sorta makes me cringe and not want to read. (*continues to be totally nitpicky*)

First paragraph, no issues.

Second paragraph...er, I thought Sevy was the one who cared what everyone else thought? Or do you mean that she just gets really guilty afterwards?

Third paragraph, kudos! Writing about quirks, strange habits and fears makes the reader so, so happy. It makes her that much more of a 3D character! Yay! (On that, a small note. Why does authority make her nervous? Is it the normal little kid, ahh, adult! sort of fear, or something more? If more...why is it amplified?)

Paragraph four, more quirks! <3 Except, I'm a little confused. Above, she sounds impulsive and fearless. As we work our way down...she seems...more...squishy, I guess. Why is she so quick to tears? Maybe all the boldness was an act? o_O; I'm sorry, I'm just sorta confused.

Paragraph six...is Vanille the reason she's afraid of surgery and needles? Did she accompany him to work and see something tramautizing once? (It could totally be an accident.) ^^;; Otherwise, I'd have to wonder why she's so nervous if she'd be exposed to it fairly often. Wouldn't that just be de-sensitization? (Oh god, I totally buchtered that word. ._.;;; )

Appearance, same as above.

...if she's so useless, why did Vanille...nevermind, she did it herself. x3;

Rye Personality
She doesn't just, she just smiles and enjoys your company, no matter how gloomy you might be.


...she doesn't just...what? ._.;;

...so...why is making someone relax a pain? x3;; If I was another person around, I'd be so greatful she's trying to calm said 'mood-swing' guy around. Also, what's wrong with believing in people? Why does she hide it with horoscopes? Seems really...weird.

...appearance, same as above.

History, I'm pretty cool with that. Short, concise, to the point. So, no college for Rye, huh? x3; *throws Zack at her* >>;; Anywho. I'm just curious as to why she finished high school. Her mom's dead and she needs money. Did she plan on going to college and change her mind? Did she promies someone? I'm just curious, 'cos dude, if it were me, I'd drop out so I could make the money to keep my home and feed myself.

...your picture makes me go...whuuut? 'Cos he's human, yeah? Why is there a sheetghost? *could be wicked, wicked slow*

...text wall. >_>;;;

Ohhh, first paragraph. Conflict and reason, right away. Kudos.

Second paragraph, again, pleases me. Is this why Viola doesn't like it? *curious* Does he neglect her for his job, even if he doesn't mean to?

Third paragraph, fourth paragraph, fine. Same with fifth, except the second sentence is worded strange. You say 'to the point of' a lot. Is there a way to say that differently? ^^;

Vanille Personality
As a parent, he's very strict and gets angry when his rules aren't followed, but any child he's irked with could just go to Vanille and get the ruling overturned.


...do you mean they go to Rye? (Good paragraph, though. I'm glad you stated his parenting technique.)

...hates his daughter? o_O;;; That's a very strong word. I know it's love/hate...but...hate? Are you sure? ._.;;; Is there another way to say it? Parents hating kids is definitely Not Good.

Appearance...yay sentences! Is there any chance you could flesh it out a little, though?

...text wall. (I'll stop mentioning it now, I swear.) Bummer of a history, though. (Would a surgeon be on call? *honestly has no idea* I know nothing of doctors...but it seemed strange he'd be in the ER if his speciality is surgery. Maybe this is actually how it works. ._.;; I have no idea. I'm just wondering.) I do like the history though, from a reader's standpoint. (I pity poor Vanille! ;0; ) You made me feel for him, kept it pretty too the point without making it cut and dry. I don't really see any reason to change much.

...info, can't critque, really. It's info. But maybe add more to the incubus? Succubus seems more...juicy? x3;

Writing samples, I leave alone. After all, I don't read your posts beforehand. x3;

...okay, powers. In general, I'd like to see a Pro and Con to each power. They don't have to be long. EX. Attraction - Pro - Gets all the dates they ever want. Con - Meet some rather undersirable people. Stalkers. <-- That's super lame. >_>;; And off the top of my head. But you researched these creatures, so I'm sure you have something more interesting to say! x3;; Don't even do a pro and con if you don't want, I just want to know how it effects others and themselves. For example, what happens if the hypnotise themselves? Are they stuck? (Boy, that would suck.)

If they are incubus/succubus...why did the scientists put the 'desireable' genes into them? o_O;; Wouldn't their species allow that naturally?

Hypnotism...is that godmodding? ^^;; It's a vocal thing? You have room! Explain it! Do they sing? Do they chant, repeat, change the tones of their voices? Why does being sleepy make them hypnotize themselves? (This could explain itself if you answer the before thing.) Also, what happens if they do hypnotize themselves

For the emotional energy...I'm a bit confused. Would pulling strength make the other one weaker? Do they do it often, or is it something they need to be careful about?

Last power sounds cool~

Okay. Done. Hope you find this useful. Overall, it's pretty good...but...you failed to mention any of their supernatural, so to speak, in the personality. They're different. Do they know it? They are an incubus and a succubus, don't they have urges to like...use people sexually? Wouldn't they need to get energy that way? Wouldn't they get weak if they don't get...life force, or something, from others? If they don't want to use people, shouldn't they find a way to get energy otherwise? They aren't human...but I don't see any of those not-human traits, except for their powers. Maybe I'm not looking hard enough...

In any case, they seem like pretty solid, believable characters otherwise. I hope you have fun with them~!
PostPosted: Sun Jun 24, 2007 4:21 pm


xD Well I can say that this does help me with a few things I forgot to add in on some descriptions, yay! And some confusings points I need to revise, whoo~

Only thing I'm not sure how to combat is why you don't understand why Sevy needs love? I'm not sure why you need a sort of "reason" because it's more of a personality trait then something cause-and-effect. Some people are just are way more open with their hearts then others. D8; Um...right?

I shall get to work revising later tonight. <33 I need to go play soccer with my brother for a bit, lmao.

Ary Keeyara


Ary Keeyara

PostPosted: Sun Jun 24, 2007 5:32 pm


Ary Keeyara
...About Sevastian

Name: Sevastian "Sevy" Aiden Disrael
Gender: Male
Species: Incubus

Personality: Sevy is a very self-conscious guy. He is constantly worrying about others and in a way that sort of mirrors back to reflect the worries onto himself, for he is constantly worrying if he's helpful enough or polite enough. This tends to keep his confidence at a low mark, for he never seems to think he's quite good enough. Despite the fact that he is extremely hard on himself, he is the exact opposite with others. You can get away with anything around Sevy. He might protest and fret, but he won't stop you and he certainly won't be angry with you. He forgives as easily as he breaths and yet somehow cannot seem to forgive himself whenever he makes a mistake.

Because of how critical he is about his own actions he comes off as very shy and very reserved. He always thinks before he acts and has the hardest time of being impulsive in any way. He has trouble asking for things or letting others know he wants something for fear of sounding needing, begging, or selfish. Instead he'll hope that someone will pick up on it on their own, which is usually rather impossible because he is too good as seeming selfless and unwanting. For example, if he wanted a new toy he'd probably look at it over and over in the store, maybe talk about how it looked pretty cool, but he'd never say he wanted it, never request it as a present, and never ever stick it in someone's face. He's a little too subtle.

While Sevy loves people and can always seem to empathize with them, he tends to avoid them due to his shy nature. He doesn't want to make a fool of himself or feel rejected, because he tends to love so unconditionally that even disapproving looks from strangers break his heart. Because of his full, unending attitude towards love he can't understand how his sister seems to fall in and out of it. It's always all or nothing for poor Sevy.

Sevy might be smart, but he has a passion for music. While he loves art like his sister, he has no talent for it. So he quickly became attached to the sweet tones of various instruments and voices. As a child he thrived on piano lessons and singing in a choir. In his older years he moved to the guitar and composing his own songs. For it seemed when he was playing or singing was the only time he was ever truly at ease.

He admires his mother Rye greatly and loves her unquestioningly. He looks up to her confident, free-flowing attitude and wishes he could be like her. Not so much like her recklessness, but that ability to smile and just get along with anyone is something he envies to a fault. And he loves her for it. He adores his sister, despite their differences, and would spend time with her rather than anyone else any day. While he doesn't understand Vanille too well, he does like him a great deal and finds he's most comfortable with him because he's quite and reserved. Though that is also rather intimidating at times in the case of making a mistake.
Likes: Music, Art! <3 His sister
Dislikes: Strange girls, scary things, roughhousing.
Hobbies: (Older stages) Guitar, singing

Appearance: Wispy dark violet hair (nearly black), sky blue eyes, ram horns, little goat ears, two small fangs, and a tiny set of bat wings.


Saving this descripton, since I'm making revisions that may delete parts of it but I still want it on hand just in case. xD
PostPosted: Sun Jun 24, 2007 5:45 pm


Hmm. Well, his need for love seems a lot more than normal, I guess, and I was just curious as to why? ^^;;

*not...entirely sure?* *memory = bad*

soutou
Crew


Ary Keeyara

PostPosted: Sun Jun 24, 2007 7:39 pm


ZIGE TELL ME WHAT YOU THINK ABOUT THESE CHANGES MAYBE? 8D?

attraction~ Due to their species, both Sevy and Vivi are naturally "attractive" to those of the opposite sex. This is entirely due to their Incubus and Succubus genes. However, it does't work consistantly from person to person, so some might notice it while others won't. It is a physical attraction only and does not affect actual feelings or intellectual impressions of Sevy and Viv on other people. This will have a different affect on each twin. For Sevy it will cause him more stress then he desires, for it means he'll have to deal with girls more often in ways he won't want to (see emotional energy). For Vivi it means she can get as many guys as she likes...but it also means that she has fair chance of attracting the wrong kind of guy as well as the right (same for Sevy, but since he avoids it it's a bit different).


emotional energy~ This is an ability that dates back to the old legends of Incubi and Succubi. The twins are able to take energy from their "partners". However, the energy differs depending on the feelings between them. Feelings of love generate more energy, but feelings of lust give more of a "high" so to speak. While there is no proof to say that the partner of either Sevy or Vivi would be hurt by these energy exchanges, Sevy would rather believe the legends and play it safe then anything else. (What does Viv feel?)
PostPosted: Mon Jun 25, 2007 10:55 am


Yay, now we're really done! xD <3

Ary Keeyara


shibrogane

Stellar Lightbringer

PostPosted: Wed Jun 27, 2007 12:01 pm


EmperialTeal
Actually, I thought Viola's personality was great, but did you mean unvconventional instead of conventional? Or less versus more? I LOVED her nervous habits, those were great! The only thing I can think is that her large breadth or strong emotions seems a little counter to "always being the sunny smiling type."

I think maybe Vanille's history should go above his personlatiy, sort of cause and effect -- the only reason I personally ever do it the other way around is because people I'm RPing with or artists generally need to know personality more than history. But when submitting a character as a concept, I think it's always better to put the history first. It's a little disjointing reading Vanille's personality and feeling like you're missing something -- something being the history behind his personality.

I do wonder: if he was so traumatized by being mistaken for a girl, why did he not cut his hair and stop dressing so formally? And when did this trauma occur? It says not far after that his childhood was an easy one.

Also, his love for Vanille... it seems a bit contradictory. How did he fall in love with this child?

Why did he try to do sports? Why did it appeal to him? It seems counter to his personality, likes it's in there to further reinforce the "weak pretty guy" aspect, which doesn't need reinforcing.

Him being the doctor on call when his fiance's mother died of stroke seems... a bit contrived and far-fatched. Then he's a surgeon who fails to cut his arteries? Im' also confused by the fact that in his personality it says his mother died when Emmeline left him, and then it's her mother that's dead. By the way, her mother's death was a -minor- exception? (so he had planned to just maim the woman?) At what point was he ever a danger to others? (People die in hospitals. It doesn't make the doctors a danger to people.)

And I thought he just loved and adored his work. Why would he see a future of working as dull?

And why didn't the hospital call when he was late for his next -shift- much less three days? And how old was he when he was on-call as the ER doctor? (Can med students be on-call like that?) And was he not pursuing surgery at that point?

I really don't understand his total mental callopse when Emmelyne left him. So, the woman he loved left. He could have gone after her or done something, nothing in his history suggests he was the kind of person to just lay back and go to sleep -- that's not the kind of person that tries out for sports and goes after a medical degree. I'm not saying that doctor's never get depressed, but... Top honors for someone without any drive? It just all seems a little far-fetched.

Perhaps most importantly, I don't know a lot about medical training and that sort of thing (since I always put my doctors and scientists well into their carees which usually means 35+), and I'm not sure you do, either. ):

But, I did give you a yes, and I did really like Viola!
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