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truthofstrawberrymilkPlayer Information:
Name: Kaye
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aetherae
Method of Contact: (aim) gods eater
Previous characters:silpheeding, relivelove, remnantstrike
Character Information:
Full Name: Gintoki Sakata
Series: Gintama
Canon point: post-Yoshiwara arc
Age: early to mid-twenties
Species: human
Appearance/PB: o/
Appearance upon arrival: The same!
History:
Previous RP memories: n/a
Bringing someone along?: n/a
Character History: o/
Personality:
Gintoki is, first and foremost, a character who is a lot more than meets the eye. At first glance he appears to be nothing more than a lazy bum, and he is perfectly content to look that way. After all, who wouldn't have a low opinion of this deadpan dude with permanent dead-fish eyes. He says he'll take up any job as long as he gets paid, but in reality if it sounds "too troublesome" he won't even want to bother. Wasting his time away eating sweets or reading the newest Shonen Jump is what he'd really rather be doing... well, up until he realizes he doesn't even have the money to do any of that at least. Even then though, he's the kind of guy who's constantly skipping out on rent and running away the second the landlord comes knocking on his door. For some reason or another though, he always manages to keep from getting kicked out. Maybe it's part of his nonexistent charm, or maybe because everyone loves being able to make fun of his naturally-permed hair, something he's kind of sensitive about. Whatever it is, you'd think he'd learn his lesson and start working. Naturally though, he doesn't.
Of course, these are all just surface traits, the way he prefers people to view him as. Truth be told though, Gintoki used to be better known as the "White Demon" or Shiroyasha due to his silver hair and white coat. He was a ferocious fighter, striking fear into the invading Amanto aliens during the Joi War with just his skills as a swordsman despite their more advanced technology. However, he did not take up arms to drive them out or even out of samurai pride; he was merely trying to protect his friends. Unfortunately though, most of his friends died during the war, and he views this as his failure to protect them. This failure is something that haunts to this very day, and to try and make up for it he does his damnedest to protect his friends now. Jokingly he'll abandon them at the first sight of danger, but when things get serious you better believe that he'll be kicking ass to keep his friends as safe as he can.
To be honest though, as much as he acts like he doesn't care, Gintoki really goes out of his way to keep up the old bushido code. It doesn't matter if you're an old friend or someone he's just met--he'd still rescue or avenge you without a second of hesitation. When asked he'd dismiss it easily to avoid the topic, treat it like it's all one big hassle he doesn't want to deal with, or just not even bother to address it. He doesn't see himself as heroic or good or antyhing like that; he's just trying to do what he thinks is right. He doesn't want any rewards for what he's done, even if he's always complaining how broke he is. That's just the kind of guy he is.
Chances are you won't see much of that side of him though. He prefers to keep things light and happy, and by light and happy I mean silly and ridiculous. You're more likely to see him chasing trucks to get back his stolen Shonen Jump or getting kicked out of the local Pachinko parlor for having no more money to spend. Life's hard when you're an outdated samurai living in a world of alien technology, y'know? Complaints aside though, it's obvious that Gintoki really wouldn't change the way he lives his life for the world. It may not be perfect, and he might always be a few yen too short to call himself not-poor, but he's content with the way things are, even if that includes alien girls with superhuman strength, otaku boys who can't quite figure out how to be more than normal, a giant dog, and various other residents like nagging old ladies and robots. Sure he has to put up with the Shinsengumi trying to blow him up half the time through one misunderstanding or another, and half his jobs nearly get him killed, but deep down he finds it all to be pretty fun. As far as he's concerned, living day by day is fine with him.
Extra:
Character Abilities: Gintoki is an extremely skilled swordsman. His weapon of choice is a wooden bokuto, but that doesn't mean he won't bust out a real blade every now and then. Even with just a wooden sword though he's capable of some massive damage. Along with being a supreme swordsman are incredible strength, speed, endurace, etc. While not alone, he defeated the former king of the Yato clan, an alien race with stregnth rivaling that of true monsters. Aside from that serious stuff though, he's also capable of eating sweets endlessly. Seriously, he'd never get full from them.
Possessions: His clothes and wooden sword Touya.
Anything else: Nothing I can think of!
Samples:
Action/Communication thread/post sample:
[Do you hear that Splendor? It's the sound of someone gorging themselves on a gigantic and delicious parfait, so gigantic in fact that you can't even see who's eating it. His voice comes from the other side of it, and he has to shout just to get his voice across.]
What was everyone complaining about? This place is great! No work, none of those annoying Shinsengumi, and I can wish for as many desserts as I want for free! It's like paradise! Sure this thing might be a bit big, but I'm not complaining.
Ah, that reminds me though. [He slides a magazine across the table towards the Seal. It looks like... a Shonen Jump?] Does anyone know how to wish for more specific things? I asked for my Shonen Jump but it gave me the one from three weeks ago! I can't fall behind on my manga now. Even if there's nothing good in it anymore, as a true fan I need to keep up.
[There's an over-dramatic sigh though, and it sounds like he's flopping onto the table.] Ahh, though as comfy as this place is I have a feeling I'll get bored pretty fast. If I can't even read my Shounen Jump, how am I going to pass the time? As much as I'd like to, I can't spend all day eating. Gin-san has an image to maintain, y'know? It'd be terrible if I met someone I knew on the street and they went, "Ah, that Gintoki has really let himself go! He used to be such a looker, but now he's a good-for-nothing bum!"
... though I'm not so sure if I'd want to see anyone I knew here. [He sounds... almost serious?] As nice as a pseudo-prepaid deluxe vacation is, getting kidnapped still sucks.
Log/Prose sample: As a current member I'll be skipping this!
Name: Kaye
Journal:
aetheraeMethod of Contact: (aim) gods eater
Previous characters:
silpheeding, relivelove, remnantstrikeCharacter Information:
Full Name: Gintoki Sakata
Series: Gintama
Canon point: post-Yoshiwara arc
Age: early to mid-twenties
Species: human
Appearance/PB: o/
Appearance upon arrival: The same!
History:
Previous RP memories: n/a
Bringing someone along?: n/a
Character History: o/
Personality:
Gintoki is, first and foremost, a character who is a lot more than meets the eye. At first glance he appears to be nothing more than a lazy bum, and he is perfectly content to look that way. After all, who wouldn't have a low opinion of this deadpan dude with permanent dead-fish eyes. He says he'll take up any job as long as he gets paid, but in reality if it sounds "too troublesome" he won't even want to bother. Wasting his time away eating sweets or reading the newest Shonen Jump is what he'd really rather be doing... well, up until he realizes he doesn't even have the money to do any of that at least. Even then though, he's the kind of guy who's constantly skipping out on rent and running away the second the landlord comes knocking on his door. For some reason or another though, he always manages to keep from getting kicked out. Maybe it's part of his nonexistent charm, or maybe because everyone loves being able to make fun of his naturally-permed hair, something he's kind of sensitive about. Whatever it is, you'd think he'd learn his lesson and start working. Naturally though, he doesn't.
Of course, these are all just surface traits, the way he prefers people to view him as. Truth be told though, Gintoki used to be better known as the "White Demon" or Shiroyasha due to his silver hair and white coat. He was a ferocious fighter, striking fear into the invading Amanto aliens during the Joi War with just his skills as a swordsman despite their more advanced technology. However, he did not take up arms to drive them out or even out of samurai pride; he was merely trying to protect his friends. Unfortunately though, most of his friends died during the war, and he views this as his failure to protect them. This failure is something that haunts to this very day, and to try and make up for it he does his damnedest to protect his friends now. Jokingly he'll abandon them at the first sight of danger, but when things get serious you better believe that he'll be kicking ass to keep his friends as safe as he can.
To be honest though, as much as he acts like he doesn't care, Gintoki really goes out of his way to keep up the old bushido code. It doesn't matter if you're an old friend or someone he's just met--he'd still rescue or avenge you without a second of hesitation. When asked he'd dismiss it easily to avoid the topic, treat it like it's all one big hassle he doesn't want to deal with, or just not even bother to address it. He doesn't see himself as heroic or good or antyhing like that; he's just trying to do what he thinks is right. He doesn't want any rewards for what he's done, even if he's always complaining how broke he is. That's just the kind of guy he is.
Chances are you won't see much of that side of him though. He prefers to keep things light and happy, and by light and happy I mean silly and ridiculous. You're more likely to see him chasing trucks to get back his stolen Shonen Jump or getting kicked out of the local Pachinko parlor for having no more money to spend. Life's hard when you're an outdated samurai living in a world of alien technology, y'know? Complaints aside though, it's obvious that Gintoki really wouldn't change the way he lives his life for the world. It may not be perfect, and he might always be a few yen too short to call himself not-poor, but he's content with the way things are, even if that includes alien girls with superhuman strength, otaku boys who can't quite figure out how to be more than normal, a giant dog, and various other residents like nagging old ladies and robots. Sure he has to put up with the Shinsengumi trying to blow him up half the time through one misunderstanding or another, and half his jobs nearly get him killed, but deep down he finds it all to be pretty fun. As far as he's concerned, living day by day is fine with him.
Extra:
Character Abilities: Gintoki is an extremely skilled swordsman. His weapon of choice is a wooden bokuto, but that doesn't mean he won't bust out a real blade every now and then. Even with just a wooden sword though he's capable of some massive damage. Along with being a supreme swordsman are incredible strength, speed, endurace, etc. While not alone, he defeated the former king of the Yato clan, an alien race with stregnth rivaling that of true monsters. Aside from that serious stuff though, he's also capable of eating sweets endlessly. Seriously, he'd never get full from them.
Possessions: His clothes and wooden sword Touya.
Anything else: Nothing I can think of!
Samples:
Action/Communication thread/post sample:
[Do you hear that Splendor? It's the sound of someone gorging themselves on a gigantic and delicious parfait, so gigantic in fact that you can't even see who's eating it. His voice comes from the other side of it, and he has to shout just to get his voice across.]
What was everyone complaining about? This place is great! No work, none of those annoying Shinsengumi, and I can wish for as many desserts as I want for free! It's like paradise! Sure this thing might be a bit big, but I'm not complaining.
Ah, that reminds me though. [He slides a magazine across the table towards the Seal. It looks like... a Shonen Jump?] Does anyone know how to wish for more specific things? I asked for my Shonen Jump but it gave me the one from three weeks ago! I can't fall behind on my manga now. Even if there's nothing good in it anymore, as a true fan I need to keep up.
[There's an over-dramatic sigh though, and it sounds like he's flopping onto the table.] Ahh, though as comfy as this place is I have a feeling I'll get bored pretty fast. If I can't even read my Shounen Jump, how am I going to pass the time? As much as I'd like to, I can't spend all day eating. Gin-san has an image to maintain, y'know? It'd be terrible if I met someone I knew on the street and they went, "Ah, that Gintoki has really let himself go! He used to be such a looker, but now he's a good-for-nothing bum!"
... though I'm not so sure if I'd want to see anyone I knew here. [He sounds... almost serious?] As nice as a pseudo-prepaid deluxe vacation is, getting kidnapped still sucks.
Log/Prose sample: As a current member I'll be skipping this!
