Post by Shalin Nariya on Nov 13, 2020 11:30:16 GMT -6
Interview Application
Character Name: Shalin Nariya
Demographic Information
Age: 20
Birthday: March 8th, 2000
Gender: Female
Pronouns: She/Her
Orientation: Straight
Faction: Citizen
Class: Explorer
Rank: 2
Occupation: N/A
Hometown: Ecruteak, Johto
Current Residence: Traveling
Appearance Information
Height: 5'04" / 162cm
Build: Shalin is scrawny - almost unhealthily thin, though it is normal for her. There's almost nothing to her.
Hair Color: Golden Blonde
Eye Color: Blue
General Appearance: Shalin, dressed in almost solid green with yellow-orange furs around her neck, has a very skinny build - there's physically almost nothing to her. She has very thin hair that gets thrown around by the wind easily. She isn't overly muscular but is in good shape from her excursions into the wild.
Aura: Shalin's Aura is a faint, light green color, exuding benevolence and innocence.
Interview Questions
Tell us a bit about yourself. How would you describe yourself?
"Shalin Nariya, the wildest rider in all of Johto! I'm just a girl that wants to go out there and explore the world! Well, except the big cities. I don't want to go to those. While I might question what I don't agree with, I'm generally an obedient and law-abiding citizen, though I'm not afraid to bend the rules if I have to."
Why are you interested in your chosen Class?
"I don't just want to study the natural world--I want to experience it myself! It's so exciting to set foot where no one else has. Civilization is a mere pit stop to get geared for exploring the unknown. I'm better off in the wild than in the city!"
What brings you to Ageos?
"Every new Pokémon is a new adventure! I heard the Pokémon in this region can grow practically out of control. Back when I traveled Hoenn, I asked a Breeder to make me a giant Beedrill to fly on. When I heard the quote, my heart sank. It seems like giant Pokémon are much more common here than in other regions. And I've been through a few before--this ain't my first rodeo, ya know."
What are your best attributes?
"I'm willing to help others without seeking anything in return, maybe even going a little out of my way to do so. We all gotta help each other out to survive! I'm very tenacious in making ideas work and in making goals a reality. If there's something I want and there's a way, I'm determined to find it. I also tend to see the glass half full rather than half empty, looking for the light at the end of the tunnel when surrounded by darkness."
What are your worst attributes?
"People have always told me I don't have social skills. I don't get why some people can't return kindness with kindness instead of taking advantage of people. People have also called me scatterbrained before. Sometimes, if there's something I really, really want, I can be a bit reckless in achieving whatever it is, acting first and thinking about it later. I also have a tendency not to follow the rules unless I understand why they exist."
What was your childhood like?
"I struggled with abstract concepts like literature, music and art. Was the whole reason I never made the honor roll. I did much better with concrete areas of study. My favorite parts were science class field trips--I do better with learning hands-on instead studying out of a book."
How did you get along with family?
"I left them on good terms, and e-mail them regularly, but otherwise I don't see them terribly much anymore. Well, I try to email them regularly--a lot of places I go, cell service is spotty at best."
What are your hobbies?
"Exploring the unknown is what I do for fun! Other than that, I'm a Pokémon Racing Federation aficionado. While I rarely got to go to one (tickets are sooooooo expensive!), I enjoyed watching television coverage of them and know a lot of the basics. It would be fun to compete, but I don't think I'd be great at it. Also, back in Johto, there was this arcade near Ecruteak's Dance Hall that had this game called Step Step Revolution. It's where you step on floor panels in time with the music. I got really good at it and started destroying local tournaments. Hopefully some of the towns here have some recent cabinets. The only problem was I attracted crowds when I played for tournaments. I hate crowds."
How do you feel about romance?
"I don't get it, but I'm sure I'll know the answer when I'm older."
What are your short-term and long-term goals?
"For my trip through Ageos? Short term, get a team of six I'm comfortable exploring with. Long term, I would love to showcase my craft of befriending, breaking in, and putting on riding shows with Pokémon no one else dares to!"
If you could be a Pokémon, which one (or which type) would you be? Why?
"So I once read a story about three Pokémon that wielded blades of steel and could run really fast. They had an apprentice called Keldeo that overcame tremendous adversity to become equals with them. It would be amazing to be in his shoes, to become equals with and eventually surpass his teachers."
What do Pokémon mean to you?
"Pokémon should not simply be tools or means to an end, nor should they be subordinates that feel obligated to answer a Trainer's every beck and call. They should be friends, treated with love and care. But to me, they're more than that. Pokémon are my equals. They're partners, united by the same goal!"
Anything else you'd like to tell us before we let you go?
"There's no Pokémon too wild or rebellious to break to the bridle of trust! Just watch me! Mount up, hold on, and don't yell!"
Skills, Abilities, and Notoriety
Agility: 1
Charisma: -5
Dexterity: 5
Stamina: 2
Stealth:
Strength: -2
Survival: 5
Class Skill: Cooking - 2
Profession Skill: N/A
Custom Skill: Trick Riding - 5
(Custom Skill/Profession Skill Guide(s), if you have a Custom Skill(s), can go here) Skill Guide TBD
Power Skill: N/A
Ability List: N/A
Reputation: 0
Fame: 1
Alignment: 0 - Neutral
Features
(Explorer) No Stone Unturned: All rewards from Discovery threads are doubled. Your Secret Base can hold a number of extra items equal to your Class Rank. You get +1 Fame for every Discovery thread you complete.
(1) Secret Base Start: Start with a free set of Camping Gear and two free Secret Base items, chosen from the list of “+2 to one Skill” items. Can only be taken at character creation. If retrained, the Secret Base items are lost. Cost to retrain: 225 Pen. - Items will be the +2 to Dexterity and +2 to Survival items.
(2) Jack of All Trades: You can earn double Pen from a Job or Quest, or you can add 10 to any single roll. If you roll, you must declare use of this feature before a Moderator replies to your post. If a Moderator rolls, you must let a Moderator know you are using it before making your next post. The Moderator will edit the post with the new results. This feature can be used up to two times per month.
(3) Egg Efficiency: You gain one extra breeding slot per month; the extra breeding slot can only be used on the character with this Feature. You can only gain one extra breeding slot per OOC account; if you have multiple characters with this feature, the extra breeding slot can be used on any of them.
Other Notes
Shalin will be using the Import System, and will be Importing her Starter. Please fully-evolve the Starter, as it will be level-boosted with a Diamond purchase.
Pokémon
Starter Option: Pick Your Partner - Weedle (Beedrill) - Imported - Proof
OOC or IC?: OOC
Diamonds To Be Spent?: 4 - Starter will be at level 10.
OOC Info
Played By: RaikouRider
Face Claim: ORIGINAL by SG
Character Name: Shalin Nariya
Demographic Information
Age: 20
Birthday: March 8th, 2000
Gender: Female
Pronouns: She/Her
Orientation: Straight
Faction: Citizen
Class: Explorer
Rank: 2
Occupation: N/A
Hometown: Ecruteak, Johto
Current Residence: Traveling
Appearance Information
Height: 5'04" / 162cm
Build: Shalin is scrawny - almost unhealthily thin, though it is normal for her. There's almost nothing to her.
Hair Color: Golden Blonde
Eye Color: Blue
General Appearance: Shalin, dressed in almost solid green with yellow-orange furs around her neck, has a very skinny build - there's physically almost nothing to her. She has very thin hair that gets thrown around by the wind easily. She isn't overly muscular but is in good shape from her excursions into the wild.
Aura: Shalin's Aura is a faint, light green color, exuding benevolence and innocence.
Interview Questions
Tell us a bit about yourself. How would you describe yourself?
"Shalin Nariya, the wildest rider in all of Johto! I'm just a girl that wants to go out there and explore the world! Well, except the big cities. I don't want to go to those. While I might question what I don't agree with, I'm generally an obedient and law-abiding citizen, though I'm not afraid to bend the rules if I have to."
Why are you interested in your chosen Class?
"I don't just want to study the natural world--I want to experience it myself! It's so exciting to set foot where no one else has. Civilization is a mere pit stop to get geared for exploring the unknown. I'm better off in the wild than in the city!"
What brings you to Ageos?
"Every new Pokémon is a new adventure! I heard the Pokémon in this region can grow practically out of control. Back when I traveled Hoenn, I asked a Breeder to make me a giant Beedrill to fly on. When I heard the quote, my heart sank. It seems like giant Pokémon are much more common here than in other regions. And I've been through a few before--this ain't my first rodeo, ya know."
What are your best attributes?
"I'm willing to help others without seeking anything in return, maybe even going a little out of my way to do so. We all gotta help each other out to survive! I'm very tenacious in making ideas work and in making goals a reality. If there's something I want and there's a way, I'm determined to find it. I also tend to see the glass half full rather than half empty, looking for the light at the end of the tunnel when surrounded by darkness."
What are your worst attributes?
"People have always told me I don't have social skills. I don't get why some people can't return kindness with kindness instead of taking advantage of people. People have also called me scatterbrained before. Sometimes, if there's something I really, really want, I can be a bit reckless in achieving whatever it is, acting first and thinking about it later. I also have a tendency not to follow the rules unless I understand why they exist."
What was your childhood like?
"I struggled with abstract concepts like literature, music and art. Was the whole reason I never made the honor roll. I did much better with concrete areas of study. My favorite parts were science class field trips--I do better with learning hands-on instead studying out of a book."
How did you get along with family?
"I left them on good terms, and e-mail them regularly, but otherwise I don't see them terribly much anymore. Well, I try to email them regularly--a lot of places I go, cell service is spotty at best."
What are your hobbies?
"Exploring the unknown is what I do for fun! Other than that, I'm a Pokémon Racing Federation aficionado. While I rarely got to go to one (tickets are sooooooo expensive!), I enjoyed watching television coverage of them and know a lot of the basics. It would be fun to compete, but I don't think I'd be great at it. Also, back in Johto, there was this arcade near Ecruteak's Dance Hall that had this game called Step Step Revolution. It's where you step on floor panels in time with the music. I got really good at it and started destroying local tournaments. Hopefully some of the towns here have some recent cabinets. The only problem was I attracted crowds when I played for tournaments. I hate crowds."
How do you feel about romance?
"I don't get it, but I'm sure I'll know the answer when I'm older."
What are your short-term and long-term goals?
"For my trip through Ageos? Short term, get a team of six I'm comfortable exploring with. Long term, I would love to showcase my craft of befriending, breaking in, and putting on riding shows with Pokémon no one else dares to!"
If you could be a Pokémon, which one (or which type) would you be? Why?
"So I once read a story about three Pokémon that wielded blades of steel and could run really fast. They had an apprentice called Keldeo that overcame tremendous adversity to become equals with them. It would be amazing to be in his shoes, to become equals with and eventually surpass his teachers."
What do Pokémon mean to you?
"Pokémon should not simply be tools or means to an end, nor should they be subordinates that feel obligated to answer a Trainer's every beck and call. They should be friends, treated with love and care. But to me, they're more than that. Pokémon are my equals. They're partners, united by the same goal!"
Anything else you'd like to tell us before we let you go?
"There's no Pokémon too wild or rebellious to break to the bridle of trust! Just watch me! Mount up, hold on, and don't yell!"
Skills, Abilities, and Notoriety
Agility: 1
Charisma: -5
Dexterity: 5
Stamina: 2
Stealth:
Strength: -2
Survival: 5
Class Skill: Cooking - 2
Profession Skill: N/A
Custom Skill: Trick Riding - 5
(Custom Skill/Profession Skill Guide(s), if you have a Custom Skill(s), can go here) Skill Guide TBD
Power Skill: N/A
Ability List: N/A
Reputation: 0
Fame: 1
Alignment: 0 - Neutral
Features
(Explorer) No Stone Unturned: All rewards from Discovery threads are doubled. Your Secret Base can hold a number of extra items equal to your Class Rank. You get +1 Fame for every Discovery thread you complete.
(1) Secret Base Start: Start with a free set of Camping Gear and two free Secret Base items, chosen from the list of “+2 to one Skill” items. Can only be taken at character creation. If retrained, the Secret Base items are lost. Cost to retrain: 225 Pen. - Items will be the +2 to Dexterity and +2 to Survival items.
(2) Jack of All Trades: You can earn double Pen from a Job or Quest, or you can add 10 to any single roll. If you roll, you must declare use of this feature before a Moderator replies to your post. If a Moderator rolls, you must let a Moderator know you are using it before making your next post. The Moderator will edit the post with the new results. This feature can be used up to two times per month.
(3) Egg Efficiency: You gain one extra breeding slot per month; the extra breeding slot can only be used on the character with this Feature. You can only gain one extra breeding slot per OOC account; if you have multiple characters with this feature, the extra breeding slot can be used on any of them.
Other Notes
Shalin will be using the Import System, and will be Importing her Starter. Please fully-evolve the Starter, as it will be level-boosted with a Diamond purchase.
Pokémon
Starter Option: Pick Your Partner - Weedle (Beedrill) - Imported - Proof
OOC or IC?: OOC
Diamonds To Be Spent?: 4 - Starter will be at level 10.
OOC Info
Played By: RaikouRider
Face Claim: ORIGINAL by SG