MoTF update: Jean-Marie and a setting!
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tsuru_sanAs of now, the setting for this story, Masters of Their Field, takes place during the French and Indian War in northeastern North America, May 1756 when the Marquis de Montcalm arrives in Canada. (He might even make an appearance in the story. O_O) Other than that I have yet to decide where exactly everybody else is located. So far, the French soldiers in my story are stationed at the fictional Fort Charlotte. However, if historical accuracy permits, I may move them from Charlotte to Fort Carillon (Ticonderoga). I'm still looking into that. More on the setting later.
For now…
Just an expressions (happy, angry, sad) watercoloring.
Here is Jean-Marie sitting atop a stone wall which might be part of the Fort Charlotte battlements. This was originally drawn beneath the three expressions, but I felt they looked more organized separated.
Basics
1)What is your character's name?
Jean-Marie Florian Renault
2)How old is he/she?
43
3)Is your OC a boy or girl?
Male
4)What's his/her race?
French
Appearance
1) If this character were to suddenly become part of the real world, and ended up in a heavily-populated area, how many stares would he/she get?
A lot. More when he gets aggravated that people are not properly respecting a gentleman of his social standing.
2) Is your character considered normal in his/her own world?
Yeah, he's pretty much normal.
Jean-Marie: *indignant sniff* Just normal, mademoiselle? Pah! I should think I'm a good deal above "normal", non?
3)What would be his/her most recognizable feature(s)?
He is so SHORT! He also wears glasses.
4)Would you consider your OC as attractive?
Yes.
Personality
1)Temper?
Although he's naturally sarcastic, Jean-Marie strives to remain completely composed in polite society. Otherwise, he allows himself to be a bit of a hothead, especially if someone he considers an "inferior" is rude to him.
2)Does your character ever get depressed?
Not really, or if he does, not for long.
3)Leader or Follower?
Leader.
4)What is the main aspect of his/her personality?
He tries to maintain an appearance of perfect decorum.
History
1)Did your OC have a family of any sort? If so, are they still alive?
His closest family right now is his two teenage daughters, and his younger twin brothers.
2)Is your character out on his/her own? If so, why?
Yes. He's a Count, the eldest son of the Renault family and current owner of the family estate outside Paris. His siblings (two brothers) live equally well, one in France and one in the Caribbean.
3)Has he/she encountered any traumatizing events?
He was almost killed by Mohawks on a prior trip to the New World. André saved his life.
4)What was probably the best time in his/her life so far?
When his daughters were born. They both mean the world to him.
Romance
1)Single?
Nope, although he's not exactly in a serious relationship.
2)Has your OC developed any romantic relationships?
Jean-Marie was faithful to his wife until she died. Since then though, he's had a few lovers of either gender, the most recent of these being André Marien whom Jean-Marie has unexpectedly grown quite fond of.
3)Virgin?
No.
4)Does your character like flirting?
Oh, he's very much in favor of it, but he's careful not to offend anyone or flirt with someone who's married. That would be impolite.
Symbolism
1) What animal would you associate your OC with?
Fox
2)Musical Instrument?
Clarinet
3)Element?
Fire
4)Planet?
Mercury
Showing the Love
1)Do you draw your character?
I love to! Jean-Marie has quickly won my heart.
2)Do you write about him/her?
Yes, I do. He's one of the characters in a story I'm working on. He'll also be appearing in some other short stories too.
3)Do you use him/her in any rpgs?
Not at the moment.
4)What other ways have you appreciated your OC?
I may be joining a re-enacting group of his regiment.
RANDOMIZE!
1)Is your character wanted for anything?
Certainly not! He's quite the upstanding member of society.
2)What are three weaknesses in him/her?
Superiority complex, too stubborn, argumentative.
3)Strengths?
Intelligent, reliable, polite.
4)Does your OC drink or smoke (ect.)?
Jean-Marie drinks wine but only the finest.
5)What's one quirk about him/her?
He's left-handed.
6)Does your character have any phobias?
Jean-Marie is incredibly claustrophobic.
7)What could you do to get him/her into a blind rage?
A continuous slight needling will eventually make him blow his top.
8)Does your OC like chickens?
Yes, cooked with the proper spices.
The Final Question
What would you consider your relationship with your character to be like?
I love him dearly as a character, but we so wouldn't get along. ;__;
Jean-Marie Florian Renault, a man of influence and good breeding. His equals and betters most always speak well of him, his lessers not so much. Cynical and sarcastic, Jean-Marie's sometimes accused of being a pessimist. He's not. He just tends to play the devil's advocate.
Because of his height, Jean-Marie is not always taken seriously. Also he is secretly very claustrophobic. Jean-Marie avoids small spaces like the plague, and only his longtime friend, Michel Stéphane Perceval Jervais, and his wife knew about his phobia. Although later André Marien found out too.
Regardless of all that, Jean-Marie is still a very self-confident man who does not allow anyone to walk all over him. Well-schooled in proper society, he is the picture of decorum and aristocratic arrogance.
Jean-Marie was born to the esteemed Renault family on April 11, 1714. His father was a prominent diplomat and a wealthy comte (count). As the eldest of three sons, Jean-Marie inherited his father's title and estate after his father died when Jean-Marie was twenty-seven.
Having been in the army most of his life, Jean-Marie commanded a battalion in the regiment de la Reine. He was highly valued as an excellent tactician and had (for the most part) earned his position.
At twenty, he was wed in a marriage that had been arranged since he was three. His wife was a good, respectable lady of eighteen named Bernadette. They'd met a few times before and were on friendly terms. Unfortunately for Jean-Marie though, he did not love her and was only marrying her because it was what was expected of him. Before they were married he actually told Bernadette all of this, but he promised to be faithful to her and treat her well. Jean-Marie kept his promise, and in the end, the two became friends and lived happily with each other.
Sadly, about fourteen years into their marriage, Bernadette became ill and died, leaving Jean-Marie a widower with two young daughters. Jean-Marie was actually more distraught than he'd expected at his wife's death. Without realizing it, he'd started to genuinely love Bernadette, and he missed her companionship dearly.
For the next seven years, Jean-Marie's main concerns were running his estate, raising his daughters, and providing tactical advice about the ventures in the New World. Michel Jervais frequently sought his counsel, and in early May of 1755, Jean-Marie's battalion was sent to New France. (M. Jervais and his nephew, Dimitri Gisée, were also sent over at this time with part of the Languedoc regiment.)
To the Comte's surprise, he was almost immediately assigned to work with Captain André Marien, a well-liked Canadian soldier. They argued with each other from the start. Jean-Marie, elitist that he is, looked down on the Native American and Canadian forces. Even though he understood the importance of fighting to keep France's influence in the New World, Jean-Marie considered these men to be second rate soldiers. However, he would quickly find out it was likely the other way around since the French soldiers were unfamiliar with the New World terrain and guerilla warfare.
On a routine hunt for game, Jean-Marie took some of the Reine soldiers and was forced to take André and a few of the Canadians. A few hours into the excursion, they were ambushed by a group of Mohawks. The French soldiers tried to mount a defense, but poorly armed and taken by surprise, they didn't stand a chance, and the Comte had to call a retreat. Even that was almost impossible though, and the French soldiers and Canadian militiamen scattered, trying to get back to safety. Jean-Marie himself was whacked almost unconscious by a tomahawk and would've been killed if André hadn't fought off his attacker and carried Jean-Marie away from the battle. (André would later remark jokingly—much to the Comte's irritation—that Jean-Marie had been as light as a woman.)
Afterward Jean-Marie and André became friends and eventually lovers. Of course, they still drive each other crazy. They make a great team though, and have devised numerous successful offenses.
In the actual MoTF story, Jean-Marie doesn't appear a whole lot, just a bit in the beginning and the end. However, he will be featured in some short stories I've been brainstorming.
Next Up:
-a large, detailed watercoloring of the British soldiers
-a large, detailed watercoloring of the French soldiers
(w00t! I successfully got my big sheets of wc paper from the art supply store!)
-Jean-Marie/André slashy picture
-a computer colored picture of Dimitri and Nathaniel
-a pencil drawing of Dimitri reading a dispatch
-a pencil drawing of Dimitri and Nathaniel kissing
For now…
Just an expressions (happy, angry, sad) watercoloring.
Here is Jean-Marie sitting atop a stone wall which might be part of the Fort Charlotte battlements. This was originally drawn beneath the three expressions, but I felt they looked more organized separated.
Basics
1)What is your character's name?
Jean-Marie Florian Renault
2)How old is he/she?
43
3)Is your OC a boy or girl?
Male
4)What's his/her race?
French
Appearance
1) If this character were to suddenly become part of the real world, and ended up in a heavily-populated area, how many stares would he/she get?
A lot. More when he gets aggravated that people are not properly respecting a gentleman of his social standing.
2) Is your character considered normal in his/her own world?
Yeah, he's pretty much normal.
Jean-Marie: *indignant sniff* Just normal, mademoiselle? Pah! I should think I'm a good deal above "normal", non?
3)What would be his/her most recognizable feature(s)?
He is so SHORT! He also wears glasses.
4)Would you consider your OC as attractive?
Yes.
Personality
1)Temper?
Although he's naturally sarcastic, Jean-Marie strives to remain completely composed in polite society. Otherwise, he allows himself to be a bit of a hothead, especially if someone he considers an "inferior" is rude to him.
2)Does your character ever get depressed?
Not really, or if he does, not for long.
3)Leader or Follower?
Leader.
4)What is the main aspect of his/her personality?
He tries to maintain an appearance of perfect decorum.
History
1)Did your OC have a family of any sort? If so, are they still alive?
His closest family right now is his two teenage daughters, and his younger twin brothers.
2)Is your character out on his/her own? If so, why?
Yes. He's a Count, the eldest son of the Renault family and current owner of the family estate outside Paris. His siblings (two brothers) live equally well, one in France and one in the Caribbean.
3)Has he/she encountered any traumatizing events?
He was almost killed by Mohawks on a prior trip to the New World. André saved his life.
4)What was probably the best time in his/her life so far?
When his daughters were born. They both mean the world to him.
Romance
1)Single?
Nope, although he's not exactly in a serious relationship.
2)Has your OC developed any romantic relationships?
Jean-Marie was faithful to his wife until she died. Since then though, he's had a few lovers of either gender, the most recent of these being André Marien whom Jean-Marie has unexpectedly grown quite fond of.
3)Virgin?
No.
4)Does your character like flirting?
Oh, he's very much in favor of it, but he's careful not to offend anyone or flirt with someone who's married. That would be impolite.
Symbolism
1) What animal would you associate your OC with?
Fox
2)Musical Instrument?
Clarinet
3)Element?
Fire
4)Planet?
Mercury
Showing the Love
1)Do you draw your character?
I love to! Jean-Marie has quickly won my heart.
2)Do you write about him/her?
Yes, I do. He's one of the characters in a story I'm working on. He'll also be appearing in some other short stories too.
3)Do you use him/her in any rpgs?
Not at the moment.
4)What other ways have you appreciated your OC?
I may be joining a re-enacting group of his regiment.
RANDOMIZE!
1)Is your character wanted for anything?
Certainly not! He's quite the upstanding member of society.
2)What are three weaknesses in him/her?
Superiority complex, too stubborn, argumentative.
3)Strengths?
Intelligent, reliable, polite.
4)Does your OC drink or smoke (ect.)?
Jean-Marie drinks wine but only the finest.
5)What's one quirk about him/her?
He's left-handed.
6)Does your character have any phobias?
Jean-Marie is incredibly claustrophobic.
7)What could you do to get him/her into a blind rage?
A continuous slight needling will eventually make him blow his top.
8)Does your OC like chickens?
Yes, cooked with the proper spices.
The Final Question
What would you consider your relationship with your character to be like?
I love him dearly as a character, but we so wouldn't get along. ;__;
Jean-Marie Florian Renault, a man of influence and good breeding. His equals and betters most always speak well of him, his lessers not so much. Cynical and sarcastic, Jean-Marie's sometimes accused of being a pessimist. He's not. He just tends to play the devil's advocate.
Because of his height, Jean-Marie is not always taken seriously. Also he is secretly very claustrophobic. Jean-Marie avoids small spaces like the plague, and only his longtime friend, Michel Stéphane Perceval Jervais, and his wife knew about his phobia. Although later André Marien found out too.
Regardless of all that, Jean-Marie is still a very self-confident man who does not allow anyone to walk all over him. Well-schooled in proper society, he is the picture of decorum and aristocratic arrogance.
Jean-Marie was born to the esteemed Renault family on April 11, 1714. His father was a prominent diplomat and a wealthy comte (count). As the eldest of three sons, Jean-Marie inherited his father's title and estate after his father died when Jean-Marie was twenty-seven.
Having been in the army most of his life, Jean-Marie commanded a battalion in the regiment de la Reine. He was highly valued as an excellent tactician and had (for the most part) earned his position.
At twenty, he was wed in a marriage that had been arranged since he was three. His wife was a good, respectable lady of eighteen named Bernadette. They'd met a few times before and were on friendly terms. Unfortunately for Jean-Marie though, he did not love her and was only marrying her because it was what was expected of him. Before they were married he actually told Bernadette all of this, but he promised to be faithful to her and treat her well. Jean-Marie kept his promise, and in the end, the two became friends and lived happily with each other.
Sadly, about fourteen years into their marriage, Bernadette became ill and died, leaving Jean-Marie a widower with two young daughters. Jean-Marie was actually more distraught than he'd expected at his wife's death. Without realizing it, he'd started to genuinely love Bernadette, and he missed her companionship dearly.
For the next seven years, Jean-Marie's main concerns were running his estate, raising his daughters, and providing tactical advice about the ventures in the New World. Michel Jervais frequently sought his counsel, and in early May of 1755, Jean-Marie's battalion was sent to New France. (M. Jervais and his nephew, Dimitri Gisée, were also sent over at this time with part of the Languedoc regiment.)
To the Comte's surprise, he was almost immediately assigned to work with Captain André Marien, a well-liked Canadian soldier. They argued with each other from the start. Jean-Marie, elitist that he is, looked down on the Native American and Canadian forces. Even though he understood the importance of fighting to keep France's influence in the New World, Jean-Marie considered these men to be second rate soldiers. However, he would quickly find out it was likely the other way around since the French soldiers were unfamiliar with the New World terrain and guerilla warfare.
On a routine hunt for game, Jean-Marie took some of the Reine soldiers and was forced to take André and a few of the Canadians. A few hours into the excursion, they were ambushed by a group of Mohawks. The French soldiers tried to mount a defense, but poorly armed and taken by surprise, they didn't stand a chance, and the Comte had to call a retreat. Even that was almost impossible though, and the French soldiers and Canadian militiamen scattered, trying to get back to safety. Jean-Marie himself was whacked almost unconscious by a tomahawk and would've been killed if André hadn't fought off his attacker and carried Jean-Marie away from the battle. (André would later remark jokingly—much to the Comte's irritation—that Jean-Marie had been as light as a woman.)
Afterward Jean-Marie and André became friends and eventually lovers. Of course, they still drive each other crazy. They make a great team though, and have devised numerous successful offenses.
In the actual MoTF story, Jean-Marie doesn't appear a whole lot, just a bit in the beginning and the end. However, he will be featured in some short stories I've been brainstorming.
Next Up:
-a large, detailed watercoloring of the British soldiers
-a large, detailed watercoloring of the French soldiers
(w00t! I successfully got my big sheets of wc paper from the art supply store!)
-Jean-Marie/André slashy picture
-a computer colored picture of Dimitri and Nathaniel
-a pencil drawing of Dimitri reading a dispatch
-a pencil drawing of Dimitri and Nathaniel kissing
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Date: 2006-07-30 04:47 pm (UTC)no subject
Date: 2006-07-31 12:01 am (UTC)Well, I might have all together ten pages of random parts. One page of that is the beginning, and it kind of starts off with a naval skirmish. Since my naval knowledge is somewhat lacking, I'm currently researching that. Mostly everything else I've scribbled so far is all one-on-one character conversation, but when I start getting into the technical stuff, I still have tons of research left.