Post by Grinning Jim on May 28, 2014 1:08:09 GMT -8
Grinning "Living Puppet" Jim
Who do you work for?:
I work for myself and the circus *sticks tongue out*
Theme song:
Something Wicked by Vernian Process
Physical/Psychological Description:
Once bright and colorful, both insanity and age have worn the color from his costume. Hair that once shone brightly in the Sun with the excitement of the circus, has now been matted into a pitch. Eyes, once full of joy and cheer, now look whitened and dead. Despite his bleak look, however, he manages to maintain a sense of brightness, welcoming guests in with a jagged, toothy grin. He loves to make people smile and adores a cheering crowd.
When he starts to have problems, however, is when there are those who just can't seem to enjoy themselves. Those who remind him of his creator, a man once known only as The Ringmaster. The one man who he could never get to laugh, and drove him to madness.
When he starts to have problems, however, is when there are those who just can't seem to enjoy themselves. Those who remind him of his creator, a man once known only as The Ringmaster. The one man who he could never get to laugh, and drove him to madness.
Playby :
Laughing Jack, Original by SnuffBomb, "JL, you've...changed" by SabrinaNightmaren
Age:
I'm 83 and a half years old, thank you VERY much! (Looks and acts like a young teen.)
Gender:
III've got no bits, to hold me down... (Gender Neutral)
Race:
The Gods Made Me A I'M A REAL BOY, I SWEAR! (Humonculus)
Height:
*stands on box* Why do YOU wanna know? (4' 7")
Weight:
Heavier than a wet noodle, but not by much... (70 lbs)
What is it you're looking for?:
I DON'T NEED NO MAN (or woman) IN MY LIFE! (Asexual)
Hooking up?:
Look, up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's the answer to your question! (single)
Class::
My Profession Is You're a Wizard, Harry!
Statistics:
The numbers you have to chose from are 18,16,14,14,12,10. Each number can only be used once.
Strength:
12
Dexterity:
16
Constitution: 10+2
Intelligence:
14+2
Wisdom:
14
Charisma:18-2
12
Dexterity:
16
Constitution: 10+2
Intelligence:
14+2
Wisdom:
14
Charisma:18-2
Abilities:
Innate: Amplify Emotions Level 1
Dominate Level 1
Purchased:
Dominate Level 3: $100
Web: $50
Shadows Level 1: $50
Management Level 2: $40
Balance: $25
Jump: $25
Climb: $25
Disguise: $25
Art, Clay: $15
Dominate Level 1
Purchased:
Dominate Level 3: $100
Web: $50
Shadows Level 1: $50
Management Level 2: $40
Balance: $25
Jump: $25
Climb: $25
Disguise: $25
Art, Clay: $15
Weapon(s):
Awww, you're insides were so eager to see my shinies...(Claws that attach to the end of one's fingers. Has eyeloops near the tips for marionette strings to tie to.)
Transportation:
C'mon guys, we need to wrap it up, we have a schedule to keep! (Truck used to tow the main tent)
Disposition to the Law:
Born a wild one! (Chaotic)
Alignment:
Meh, never was bothered to follow laws. (Neutral)
Phobias:
*Waves arms like Frankenstein's monster* EEERGH! FIRE BAAAD!! (Pyrophobia)
Obsession:
Just smile for me, OK? (Creating smiles and enjoyment for others)
Vice:
Wrath
Virtue:
Diligence
Background:
The being now known as Grinning Jim was created some time ago, near the beginning of the new advent of magic. At the time of his creation, he was only known as "The Living Puppet," called so by his creator, a cruel, tyrannical man known only as The Ringmaster. He ensured that everyone in his troupe gave 120% through abuse. Regardless, Jim was made with the single propose of making people smile and be happy. Why would such a man have a use for such a creature? Smiles and happiness meant more profits for him.
For a time, things went well. The humonculi were as of yet not widely known, so the concept of a living puppet fascinated all who saw his shows. It didn't hurt that he would always have wonderful shows, always full of color, excitement, and interactions with the crowd. Everyone loved it. Everyone, that is, except for The Ringmaster. Anytime Jim caught sight of him, seeing him scowl or counting money, or whatever else he was doing that wasn't him smiling, it caused Jim to deflate a little bit. But, as they say, the show must go on.
As more time passed, Jim eventually began trying to entertain The Ringmaster when they were closed, which at best resulted at having a door shit in his face, and at worst with him being thrown out, typically resulting in him needing repairs due to the shoddy materials that were used to build him. This caused him to regress into depression more and more, but only the rest of the crew saw it.
Finally, Jim's poor brain snapped. The Ringmaster WAS going to smile, no matter what. While the details aren't entirely known about what happened, what was known was that The Ringmaster was found with gashes all across his face, tied to the largest support beam of the big top by marionette string. Either by not knowing better or not wanting to ask questions, Jim was made the new ringleader, as he knew everyone else the best.
Nowadays, Jim leads his band of misfits around the globe, spreading joy and merriment. The strange things start happening when detractors show up. First, they go missing. Then, the circus leaves town, even if they aren't scheduled to leave. Some people who have followed the circus claim to have seen the missing persons in the life-sized puppet show, but the faces of these puppets are so impossible, bent into sharp grins or overreactive frowns that it's impossible to tell just by looking at them, and Jim is EVER so defensive about "his own kind."
For a time, things went well. The humonculi were as of yet not widely known, so the concept of a living puppet fascinated all who saw his shows. It didn't hurt that he would always have wonderful shows, always full of color, excitement, and interactions with the crowd. Everyone loved it. Everyone, that is, except for The Ringmaster. Anytime Jim caught sight of him, seeing him scowl or counting money, or whatever else he was doing that wasn't him smiling, it caused Jim to deflate a little bit. But, as they say, the show must go on.
As more time passed, Jim eventually began trying to entertain The Ringmaster when they were closed, which at best resulted at having a door shit in his face, and at worst with him being thrown out, typically resulting in him needing repairs due to the shoddy materials that were used to build him. This caused him to regress into depression more and more, but only the rest of the crew saw it.
Finally, Jim's poor brain snapped. The Ringmaster WAS going to smile, no matter what. While the details aren't entirely known about what happened, what was known was that The Ringmaster was found with gashes all across his face, tied to the largest support beam of the big top by marionette string. Either by not knowing better or not wanting to ask questions, Jim was made the new ringleader, as he knew everyone else the best.
Nowadays, Jim leads his band of misfits around the globe, spreading joy and merriment. The strange things start happening when detractors show up. First, they go missing. Then, the circus leaves town, even if they aren't scheduled to leave. Some people who have followed the circus claim to have seen the missing persons in the life-sized puppet show, but the faces of these puppets are so impossible, bent into sharp grins or overreactive frowns that it's impossible to tell just by looking at them, and Jim is EVER so defensive about "his own kind."
Zodiac Sign:
It's the age of Aquarius!
Do you have what the vamps like?:
Go ahead, B-, you'll be just my type...
Oh Crowned Prince of Crazies, I like you. I get the feeling you also like me, for how else would I receive the bitter kiss of your madness?
