Ruby of the Grasslands [Finished]
Jul 26, 2015 5:24:57 GMT -7
Post by Ruby on Jul 26, 2015 5:24:57 GMT -7
Character questions
Background:
Where did your character grow up?
In the village hidden in the Grass.
What social class was their family? How does your character feel about that?
They were always relatively comfortable, Ruby never really wanted any more than she had.
Are they a ninja? Why? Why not?
Ruby recently graduated the ninja academy, she wanted to be a ninja because of an adventure book series she read when she was younger.
Why does your character hope to achieve in his life?
Ruby wants to help people with her powers, but secretly she wants to be remembered for it.
What did their family do for a living?
Her father was an Apothecary and her mother was an aspiring cook.
What kind of parents/guardians did your character have? Were there any specific traditions or rules?
She was raised by her father, who never paid much attention to her formal education bar teaching her to read and write.
Was their upbringing traditional, progressive, or fringe compared to their community?
Her upbringing was unusual to say the least, few children spent their time gathering and crushing herbs in a workshop after all.
What kind of education did your character receive?
In the ninja academy she gained a formal education in ninjutsu and taijutsu, as well as politics, history and geography.
(For older characters?) How did the Great Ninja War affect them? What about their family?
Her mother left the the land of fire as a young girl because of the war, that's all Ruby knows.
Who are their patron god/gods? What role has it played in your character's life?
Ruby doesn't believe in any formal religion or deities, she does however believe in the "Source", an energy that is in all living things.
What does your character hate most of all? Why?
She hasn't seen enough of the world to hate anything really, but she really doesn't like bossy people.
What does your character want most of all? What is your character willing to do to obtain that?
She would give or do anything, even break her own moral codes to meet her mother, if only for a few minutes.
Any notable quirks, ticks, or habits (think of at least 1 for each)?
Ruby wears odd socks, it's one of her little rebellions, she plays with her hair when she's nervous and can't help it but double check that she's locked a door.
What does your character fear (think of 1 fear or justify no fears)?
Her principle fear is of her mortality. She really, really doesn't like thinking about her death, what it would feel like, or what would happen afterwards.
What is your character willing to do to avoid that?
Anything short of maiming herself, she would probably do to preserve herself.
What does your character think of sacred places (IE crypts, shrines, temples, etc)?
She appreciates the historical and cultural significance of the sites, but thinks they're a bit over rated.
What is the hardest thing your character’s ever had to do? How did it affect them?
What is the best moment of their life so far? Worst? How did that affect them?
Her best moment was when she was given her vines. It wasn't so much the vines themselves, but that it showed how much her father trusted her.
Choose 5 words to best describe your character's personality.
Flighty, Impulsive, Wilful, Loud, Optimistic.
Social:
How does your character feel about…
->Government in general?
"Well... the government is there is keep everyone safe, right?
->The Kages?
"They make sure nothing bad happens to the village, they're wise and powerful ninja."
->The Daimiyo?
"They're a bunch of warlordss, but mostly harmless. The ninja would destroy them if they ever caused trouble..."
What does your character think about their family?
Ruby is really proud of her family, she loves her father and knows how hard it was for him to raise her.
How does your character feel about religion? Does your character respect foreign customs?
Ruby considers herself more 'spiritual' than 'religious', so long as the foreign customs aren't barbaric by her standards, she's willing to respect them.
What does your character think of: Superiors? Authority figures? Laws? Groups? People in General?
She believes that it's all there for a reason, and if it they all didn't help the people in general, the people would tear the institution down.
Is your character introverted (quiet and reflective) or extroverted (loud and opinionated)?
Extroverted, definitely.
Is your character independent or group oriented?
She's very group orientated, but has found herself working alone as of late.
Does your character take orders well?
Reasonably well, she doesn't put too much thought into orders, willing to believe her superiors know hwat they're doing.
Can your character put aside their desires/ideals for others?
She'd be a terrible medic otherwise! But all in all yes, she's as selfless as a 14 year can be.
Does your character feel like others are trying to use them for their own advantage?
Ruby wouldn't take it very well, she's never been truly exploited before, so would likely not know how to react. She might tell on them, she might do something... rash.
Does your character view animals as better companions than people?
Not really, animals can't be reasoned with like people can. A dog is only loyal for as long as you feed him.
What does your character think of ninjas from other villages? (For each village answer why your character thinks this way) Could your character cooperate with them
:Neutral
:Neutral
:Neutral
:Neutral
:Neutral
:Neutral
:Positive
:Neutral
:Neutral
:Neutral
Violence:
What are their views on killing?
It's wrong, end of. Since the last shinobi war there are few enough people as there is. It doesn't make sense that we should kill more.
Has your character killed before? Who was the first person your character killed? How and why?
She hasn't killed anyone, and she never wants to.
How easily is your character angered?
Pretty easily, she hasn't got the best emotional control.
Is your character vindictive?
Presently no, but then again she's not actively seeking revenge.
Can your character control their passions or is your character self indulgent?
Ruby is more of an act first, think later kind of person, she generally doesn't put a lot of stock in 'emotion control.'
What weapons is your character familiar with? How did your character learn to use them?
She's not really familiar with any weapons, bar what she was taught in the academy, kunai, shuriken and the like.
What role does honor play in combat?
Obviously combat must be honorable, there are rules to adhere to! She still very much has a naivety when it comes to this.
Does your character have any creeds, standards, or codes your character's compelled to follow?
No, but she has recently been taken by the idea of the hippocratic oath.
Will your character use force to take what your character want? If so, what if it belongs to someone who hasn't wronged them?
Probably not, she'd feel guilty and more than likely give it back shortly after taking it.
Is torture acceptable?
No.
Is mind control/possession acceptable?
See above.
Is pillaging acceptable?
Nuh-uh.
Are poisons an acceptable tool?
A poison is a weapon like any other, using it to stop or slow someone is fine, but Ruby isn't comfortable with the idea of using it to kill.
Would your character accept an opponent's yield? If yes, even one from a dishonourable opponent?
Yes, her views on the rules of combat aren't that... realistic.
Would your character kill someone unaware/defenceless? If no, even if directly ordered by a god/superior?
Personally she wouldn't, but if ordered to she would accept that there was no other way... in theory anyway.
What environment are your character most comfortable fighting in?
Grasslands and forest.
Has your character had any training/experience fighting animals, demons, ninjas or anything of that nature?
Nope, she's never even been in a fist fight.
Does your character have a most hated foe (specific individuals, village ninjas, wolves, the undead, etc)?
Not really, she doesn't like bullies, but that's about it.
How old was your character when your character first displayed a talent for nin/gen/taijutsu?
Talent? Pssssh, she's pretty much just average.
How did your character discover it?
N/A
What did others think when your character displayed this talent?
N/A
Did your character have a patron/master? If so, what was their patron's area of specialty? What happened to them?
Not really, but with her internship in the hospital, she's hoping that's all about to change.
What does your character think of organizations (The Akatsuki, ninja villages etc)?
Well a village is an organisation, and she approves of that. She sees the wisdom of using infrastructure to protect people.
Misc:
How does your character feel about consorting with demons or enemy ninja?
She doesn't like the idea of it, if she knew of her village or kage doing it, she would start having serious doubts about the integrity of her line of work.
Does your character have an interest in the pursuit of knowledge? If so, how far will your character go for that pursuit?
Not really, Ruby has had a negative relationship with education, the idea of rote learning and constant tests frustrate her.
What is their favourite weapon?
She rather likes her metal umbrella.
Was it formal or informal instruction with a weapon?
informal mostly, truth be told she doesn't actually no how to properly use it.
What styles of fighting is your character adept in (attack, defense, or particular martial style)?
Nothing (as of yet)
Does your character have any formal military training (IE military, paramilitary, or the academy)?
The Ninja academy thought her the basics, but she isn't all that interested in pursuing a marshal education any further.
Was equestrianism (riding) taught to them?
No, and the thought of being that high up on an animal makes her a bit uncomfortable.
Does your character make their own weapons/armour? If so, how did your character learn it and why?
Nah, but she has a good eye for herbs.
Does your character fight for money? Glory? Honor? Recognition? Is it because your character is told to? Is it because your character has to?
She would fight if ordered, otherwise she's more than content to let others do it for her, while she helps the injured.
Is your character a calm tactical soldier, or an emotional warrior?
emotional warrior, alas.
What's the worst fight your character has been in so far? How did it affect them?
She's never been in a fight, apart from practice sparring in the academy.
What role does theft play for them?
No role at all.
Is your character an opportunist or does your character attempt to plan everything out?
Opportunist, she acts how she deems best, and lets the chips fall as they do.
Do your character use genjutsu/deception? How or from whom did your character learn it?
Nothing yet, she doesn't know any Genjutsu and has no desire to learn.
Has your character ever been in prison? If so, how did it affect them?
She never has been, the idea makes her feel sick in her stomach.
Does your character have any criminal contacts?
Nothing (yet).