doesasordered | Character survery

Body and Appearance
1. Describe the character's height and build. Is he heavyset, thin, short, rangy? Nik is fairly average. 5'8", about 180 pounds. He's in fairly good shape.

2. How old is he? 29

3. Describe his posture. Does he carry himself well or does he slouch? Like someone who wants to keep to themselves. A lot of hands in pockets and quick walking. However, he definitely carries himself like someone who knows how to fight.

4. How is his health? Is he fit or out of shape? Any illnesses or conditions? Any physical disabilities? Nik keeps himself in good physical condition, and is in good health, despite that pesky smoking habit.

5. How does he move? Is he clumsy, graceful, tense, fluid? He's fluid, too used to operating under the heaviest of stress.

6. How attractive is this character physically? How does he perceive himself in the mirror? He doesn't give his looks much thought, though like a lot of people, wishes he was better-looking. He has very average features, easily forgettable. His physical shape overall is nice, though, since he stays in shape.

7. Describe his complexion. Dark, light, clear, scarred? Fair skinned, tans easily in the summer. He's got quite a few scars, but most aren't noticeable with clothes on.

8. Describe his hair: color, texture, style. Dark brown and thick, cut short.

9. What color are his eyes? Dark green.

10. Does the character have any other noteworthy features? He's pretty un-noteworthy. :V

11. What are his chief tension centers? Probably his back and shoulders.

12. What is the character's wardrobe like? Casual, dressy, utilitarian? Bright colors, pastels, neutrals? Is it varied, or does he have six of the same suit? A lot of nice suits, as his boss wants his employees to dress well and certainly pays them enough to do so. He does have casual clothes but they don't get worn as often. In Hinoto-ri, that will have changed.

13. Do his clothes fit well? Does he seem comfortable in them? yes

14. Does he dress the same on the job as he does in his free time? If not, what are the differences? Sometimes he just sticks with the suits as he's so often working. But tshirts and jeans/khakis would be his off-duty clothes.

15. You knew it was coming: Boxers, briefs or commando? Boxers!

Speech
1. What does this character's voice sound like? High-pitched, deep, hoarse? Rather low and monotone, usually quiet.

2. How does he normally speak? Loud, soft, fast, evenly? Does he talk easily, or does he hesitate? Softly, evenly, not a man of many words. Sometimes he hesitates when speaking English, if he has to think of a certain word or phrase first.

3. Does the character have a distinct accent or dialect? Any individual quirks of pronunciation? Any, like, you know, verbal tics? He definitely has a pronounced Russian accent, but he speaks English well enough to be understood clearly.

4. What language/s does he speak, and with how much fluency? Russian is his native language, and is fluent in English. He also knows a fair amount of Italian.

5. Does he switch languages or dialects in certain situations? If he finds someone who speaks Russian, he will definitely switch to that. He often curses to himself in Russian as well.

6. Is he a good impromptu speaker, or does he have to think about his words? He's not a great public speaker, and will stall a lot.

7. Is he eloquent or inarticulate? Under what circumstances might this change? He's not very eloquent.

Mental and Emotional
1. How intelligent is this character? Is he book-smart or street-smart?

2. Does he think on his feet, or does he need time to deliberate?

3. Describe the character's thought process. Is he more logical, or more intuitive? Idealistic or practical?

4. What kind of education has the character had?

5. What are his areas of expertise? What, if anything, is he interested in learning more about?

6. Is he an introvert or an extrovert?

7. Describe the character's temperament. Is he even-tempered or does he have mood swings? Cheerful or melancholy? Laid-back or driven?

8. How does he respond to new people or situations? Is he suspicious, relaxed, timid, enthusiastic?

9. Is he more likely to act, or to react?

10. Which is his default: fight or flight?

11. Describe the character's sense of humor. Does he appreciate jokes? Puns? Gallows humor? Bathroom humor? Pranks?

12. Does the character have any diagnosable mental disorders? If yes, how does he deal with them?

13. What moments in this character's life have defined him as a person?

14. What does he fear?

15. What are his hopes or aspirations?

16. What is something he doesn't want anyone to find out about him?

Relationships
1. Describe this character's relationship with his parents.

2. Does the character have any siblings? What is/was their relationship like?

3. Are there other blood relatives to whom he is close? Are there ones he can't stand?

4. Are there other, unrelated people whom he considers part of his family? What are his relationships with them?

5. Who is/was the character's best friend? How did they meet?

6. Does he have other close friends?

7. Does he make friends easily, or does he have trouble getting along with people?

8. Which does he consider more important: family or friends?

9. Is the character single, married, divorced, widowed? Has he been married more than once?

10. Is he currently in a romantic relationship with someone other than a spouse?

11. Who was his first crush? Who is his latest?

12. What does he look for in a romantic partner?

13. Does the character have children? Grandchildren? If yes, how does he relate to them? If no, does he want any?

14. Does he have any rivals or enemies?

15. What is the character's sexual orientation? Where does he fall on the Kinsey scale?

16. How does he feel about sex? How important is it to him?

17. What are his turn-ons? Turn-offs? Weird bedroom habits?

Beliefs
1. Do you know your character's astrological (zodiac of choice) sign? How well does he fit type?

2. Is this character religious, spiritual, both, or neither? How important are these elements in his life?

3. Does this character have a personal code of morals or ethics? If so, how did that begin? What would it take to compromise it?

4. How does he regard beliefs that differ from his? Is he tolerant, intolerant, curious, indifferent?

5. What prejudices does he hold? Are they irrational or does he have a good reason for them?

Daily Life
1. What is the character's financial situation? Is he rich, poor, comfortable, in debt?

2. What is his social status? Has this changed over time, and if so, how has the change affected him?

3. Where does he live? House, apartment, trailer? Is his home his castle or just a place to crash? What condition is it in? Does he share it with others?

4. Besides the basic necessities, what does he spend his money on?

5. What does he do for a living? Is he good at it? Does he enjoy it, or would he rather be doing something else?

6. What are his interests or hobbies? How does he spend his free time?

7. What are his eating habits? Does he skip meals, eat out, drink alcohol, avoid certain foods?

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