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CHARACTER SURVEY
CHARACTER SURVEY
Because one of the goals of Kenos is to give characters unique, compelling reasons to both show loyalty to their faction and to question it, it’s helpful to get to know them better! While filling out this survey isn’t required, it’s highly recommended! How else can we effectively torment or reward your blorbo if we don’t know what they hate/love? ♥
Just fill out the survey below and post it to this entry! We recommend commenting in such a way that you'll be able to come back and update this survey throughout the game. As their desires change, this survey can evolve!
Series: Self-Explanatory!
Wiki Link: If one exists, put a wiki link for your character here
THE GOOD
How far would they go to accomplish their goals or fulfill their desires? Do they have lines they wouldn't cross?
In as little or as much detail as you want.
What is something they treasure?
Or someone. This can be something material like a precious heirloom, or can be more vague like "honesty".
What do they consider to be their best or most positive qualities?
In as little or as much detail as you want. You may also consider adding what others percieve them to be if the character is particularly self-loathing.
What is this character's best memory?
In as little or as much detail as you want. You can also link to scene(s) in canon if you want and are able.
Is there anyone they have highly positive feelings towards?
If so, describe them, link to wiki pages, say if it's another character or NPC in the game, etc.
THE BAD
What could or would tempt your character to compromise their principles?
In as little or as much detail as you want.
What do they desire above all else?
In as little or as much detail as you want. This can be something material like a MacGuffin from their canon, or can be more general like "world domination".
What are their biggest fear and/or insecurities?
In as little or as much detail as you want.
What is this character's worst memory?
In as little or as much detail as you want. You can also link to scene(s) in canon if you want and are able.
Is there anyone they have highly negative feelings towards?
If so, describe them, link to wiki pages, say if it's another character or NPC in the game, etc.
THE ET CETERA
What kinds of gifts does your character like?
Do they like chocolates? Flowers? A new car with a big red bow?
What item(s) would your character be pleased to receive as a reward?
Special weapons, a precious trinket, etc. List as many things as you want here, since this a pool where "free" AC rewards will be pulled from. Bold any that are particularly notable to the character or that you, the player, want OOC
What item(s) would your character never ask for, but you, the player, would want to give them?
If applicable. This is a free-for-all section for joke items.
OOC, what are your goals with this character? What would you enjoy seeing them getting involved in or would enjoy as a potential character arc?
Does your character strongly believe in one of the faction's promises? Did they get involved in a plot that they're now very invested in pushing to completion? Do you want a corruption arc for them? Or do they just want to become the newest local druglord? While not required, we strongly recommend giving this section thought, since this can be a helpful way for the mods to give you more customized AC Rewards, plot hooks, etc.
Just fill out the survey below and post it to this entry! We recommend commenting in such a way that you'll be able to come back and update this survey throughout the game. As their desires change, this survey can evolve!
SURVEY
Character Name(s): Include all names they've gone bySeries: Self-Explanatory!
Wiki Link: If one exists, put a wiki link for your character here
THE GOOD
How far would they go to accomplish their goals or fulfill their desires? Do they have lines they wouldn't cross?
In as little or as much detail as you want.
What is something they treasure?
Or someone. This can be something material like a precious heirloom, or can be more vague like "honesty".
What do they consider to be their best or most positive qualities?
In as little or as much detail as you want. You may also consider adding what others percieve them to be if the character is particularly self-loathing.
What is this character's best memory?
In as little or as much detail as you want. You can also link to scene(s) in canon if you want and are able.
Is there anyone they have highly positive feelings towards?
If so, describe them, link to wiki pages, say if it's another character or NPC in the game, etc.
THE BAD
What could or would tempt your character to compromise their principles?
In as little or as much detail as you want.
What do they desire above all else?
In as little or as much detail as you want. This can be something material like a MacGuffin from their canon, or can be more general like "world domination".
What are their biggest fear and/or insecurities?
In as little or as much detail as you want.
What is this character's worst memory?
In as little or as much detail as you want. You can also link to scene(s) in canon if you want and are able.
Is there anyone they have highly negative feelings towards?
If so, describe them, link to wiki pages, say if it's another character or NPC in the game, etc.
THE ET CETERA
What kinds of gifts does your character like?
Do they like chocolates? Flowers? A new car with a big red bow?
What item(s) would your character be pleased to receive as a reward?
Special weapons, a precious trinket, etc. List as many things as you want here, since this a pool where "free" AC rewards will be pulled from. Bold any that are particularly notable to the character or that you, the player, want OOC
What item(s) would your character never ask for, but you, the player, would want to give them?
If applicable. This is a free-for-all section for joke items.
OOC, what are your goals with this character? What would you enjoy seeing them getting involved in or would enjoy as a potential character arc?
Does your character strongly believe in one of the faction's promises? Did they get involved in a plot that they're now very invested in pushing to completion? Do you want a corruption arc for them? Or do they just want to become the newest local druglord? While not required, we strongly recommend giving this section thought, since this can be a helpful way for the mods to give you more customized AC Rewards, plot hooks, etc.
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How far would they go to accomplish their goals or fulfill those desires? Do they have lines they wouldn't cross?
Known in Egyptian historical/religious text as an evil god, if not the evil god, it is record that Set has and will do anything in order to obtain what he wants. Strictly looking at his actions, and not the psychology behind him, he was known for killing his own brother, who was beloved by gods and humanity alike as the one who maintained peace and brought prosperity to the land. Set was said to have killed Osiris solely because he was envious, and wanted the throne of Egypt for himself.
Once on the throne, Set sought to locate and capture his sister, Isis. Again, looking solely at his actions, he had asked her to wed him in order to secure his claim to the throne after killing Osiris; however, she had uncovered his plot and refused him. He imprisoned her in a labyrinth, likely to torment her until she changed her mind, and she escaped with aid from his then-wife, Nephthys. Once Isis vanished into the world, Set angrily pursued her again -- this time, though, any and all women who looked like her and/or reminded him of her, were enslaved, tortured, slaughtered and made to fight for his amusement.
It's safe to say that, though this "Set" is the sinner he's seeking to make amends for -- and had #reasons ( read: psychological and emotional trauma ) for his actions, he was willing to subjugate the other gods, as well as use humans that he was meant to steward and rule fairly, to his own ends. Important, is that he accepts that if he was willing to do such things then -- while suffering trauma and corruption of his divinity -- he doubts he would be unwilling to do such things now, if pushed.
i know this was meant to be "the good", but really, he's a violent god with extremism issues, nothing about what he'd do once fixated is "good" and in terms of his core traits, set is the "chaos" that exists to give "order" its value!
He is dedicated to suffering in the name of penance for his crimes against humanity, though. Despite that he treated humans sadistically and cruelly, Set is determined to empathize with them and accept their pain and hatred unto himself; he bears a curse that assists him with harmonizing with their anguish, and is perfectly willing to experience their agony as if it were his own, to allow them to rest. He would never ask anyone, no matter the faction they belong to, to do anything that he would not do himself. And often, he will do those difficult things on their behalf, whether they want it or not.
What is something they treasure?
Without a doubt, the idea/l of "family" is the greatest concept that he treasures. For countless years, prior to becoming the god of war, Set was a young and free-spirited protector god; he traveled far and wide within Egypt, and even was known to fraternize and spend time in other lands, with other gods from other pantheons. His brother, Osiris, was heartsick that Set spent more time away from Heliopolis than at it, and tasked him with the responsibilities of the god of war at that time.
As Set spent more time confined in Egypt and Heliopolis, settling into his duties, he realized he wanted a family -- he enjoyed the idea of being a father and husband, and was allowed to wed Nephthys, the god of peace. Together, they had Anubis, and were known by gods and humans alike as a picture perfect family! It is without doubt that Set enjoyed the responsibilities of being a good husband and a patient father far more than he did as the god of war, as his warmth and gentleness towards Anubis is recounted by that same son -- only in bitter resentment, as by the time we meet this family, they've been fractured by Set's madness.
Still, while he knows his actions have cost him everything -- the respect of the gods, his power, his marriage, his family, his former status as a benevolent and beloved god, and even his mighty deeds -- he still keeps his promise to Anubis as the most sacred thing he has left. Perhaps the only thing he has left, as his son truly means everything to him. When Anubis's life and soul were threatened by Osiris, Set did everything in his power to protect his son, including giving his body to his brother in trade while vowing he'd never seek the love of family again, if only Anubis would be spared.
he really loves his kid ok
What do they consider to be their best or most positive qualities?
His strength (and his intelligence, but he doesn't boast about THAT)! Even prior to killing Osiris, a fellow god, Set was arguably the most powerful god in the entire Egyptian pantheon. Physically powerful, divinely gifted with the domains of the desert and war, Set was the bastion against which the enemies of Egypt broke themselves time and time again. However, while known for his strength of arm, Set prides himself on his strength of intellect, the lesser-acknowledged element of his strength that has tripped up gods and mortals alike time and time again. He literally says the reason he was undefeated in every war was because he fought the battle with his head, not his might.
Considered a trickster god, Set was able to outmaneuver Osiris and kill him, despite that Osiris, as the god of life, was able to literally deny anyone, including gods, death. To Set, his power is key, but it is his clever and cunning mind and his ability to devise tactics on the fly and not shy away from using underhanded methods that truly make him a strong, mighty god. He does everything as a dominance/power play. C:
What is this character's best memory?
Raising Anubis. Teaching Anubis. Anubis's cat, Simba, and the lessons of life and death. Chariot rides to put Anubis to sleep. Generally, all of his best memories surround the birth and raising of his beloved son. Once Nephthys gave birth to that kid, Set devoted his entire existence towards raising a his child into being a gentle, kind god like his mother -- not like Set, who would always bear the weight of those killed by war and the agony of those who had to live without them.
Is there anyone they have highly positive feelings towards?
CANON
— Isis. Though the two of them are perhaps forever ruined by one another now, he and Isis were best friends and confidants who entrusted themselves to one another, and were both victimized by Osiris for his own ends. While they were in direct competition for the throne, following his abuse of her and her turning her back on him in his time of need, Set continues to reminisce about her during times of vulnerability, thinking of her cleverness and power with distinct, sorrowful love.
— Anubis. He will do anything for this kid, I've said enough.
— Horus. Though the two competed for the throne, Horus had long since indicated that he had no true will to fight his uncle, and should he abandon his crusade against Isis and Egypt, he would serve him wholeheartedly. Set views Horus as the 'perfect, blessed hero' that exists to bring an end to an evil god like him, but has also been routinely surprised that Horus is willing to put his money where his mouth is, and seems to harbor faith in Set's ability to atone. He feels a fledgling respect, and perhaps even camaraderie, towards him.
KENOS
— Hayame. His chosen warrior, whom he seeks the power to bestow appropriate blessings upon. She is a friend to him, despite their volatile relationship, whom he has developed a co-dependency upon due to her validation of his existence as a god and her demands that he become better, stronger and more inspirational.
— Silco. They're soulmates. Pairbonded through the knowledge that they were both betrayed by men they admired and loved, seeking the destruction of all things ( though Set's nuclear option only comes with the caveat of 'endgame spite' ) and comprehension that they are both fathers of children that drive them to extremism.
— Sebastian Michaelis. His punching bag, favorite individual to bully and chosen 'mentor'. He yearns to embody power and prestige among mortals the way that Sebastian does, and has sought his company as teacher and guide through Kenos. He also hopes for ringside seats whenever Hayame and him fight!
— Rudbeckia de Borgia, Liem Talbott & Minegishi Gen. Whom he has come to yearn to stand as bastion for in their times of need.
And also, he has middling feelings towards both Cyrus and Yima. He believes Cyrus is innately good, but naive and could be manipulated. He would like to protect him, and may view him as a bit of a Horus stand-in over time. Yima, he views as an experienced guardian of the truths of Kenos, and has not hesitated nor shied from paying the price for her wisdom.