I'm doing it now, even though this linkup is already on the next part oops!
Before I start that I have good news I finished the last of my revisions!!! Hopefully Anne and Co like everything I added and changed. It's been quite a ride with this story it started at 20,000 words, after revisions it was 25,000 words, and now it's sitting at 26,000 and something words. I'm happy with where it is now! There were moments... lots of tear filled moments.
I also finished Driver's Ed and booked my test, so fingers crossed for that.
I finished Chayse's picture too! It's not quite what I envisioned but, it matches the grungy circus aesthetic. Now I can start on Snow's.
Onto the link up.
The amazing Liv created this linkup, be sure to go check out her blog.
- Introduce your character and his/her story!
His name is Cynfael, and he is an absolute menace. I'm writing his story now, which is the only reason I chose him for this.
He is the bastard son of the Northen Fae's King. His position in his father's court is a precarious one, and he has no delusions about what little power he holds. His sister is being groomed to take over for his Father. Which has caused some friction between them. His family has no love for each other past what they can use the other for. He has managed to keep himself useful so far.
2. What does he/she (your character) look for in a friend? Consciously or subconsciously?
He isn't in the habit of making friends. If he was to make one, it would be part of some scheme or plot. He would look for someone gullible and trusting.
3. If he/she could study any foreign language, what would it be?
He can speak a range of different languages, and has a recent problem of swearing at me in Latin.
4. Which person from the Bible would he/she be besties with? Why?
Being honest here, Rahab. They have a lot in common.
5. If he/she were to visit you for a week, what would you do together?
Imagining this is terrifying. I feel like he would want to go to some parties, but the fancy ones mind you with champagne, the good kind. He would probably try to get me to smoke and succeed. I would probably try to get him drunk and have a heart to heart.
I'd then take him for coffee and he would complain.
He wouldn't last a day with me to be honest, he'd find some high society friends and ditch me.
6. What is his/her ideal future?
He used to have an idea about that, about her. Of course he learned quickly that anything can be taken from you, so he really only thinks of revenge and elevating his social status.
7. If he/she were to spend a weekend alone, what sort of pastimes would he/she pursue?
Being a cad, and that's all I will say.
8. If you could send your character a care package, what would be in it?
A Bible, nicotine gum, an apology letter, and a poisoned apple
9. Is there a song that describes your character's journey?
So many, he has his own playlist at this point. The one I really like for him, has one bad word in it regrettably, and I can't find a clean version. Most of the rest I've already posted on here. Here's one I recently found. It really explains his life and family.
10. What is your character's place in the story (hero, antihero, villain, sidekick, etc.)?
Cynfael's kinda hard to pin down, he started as a villain, that became an antihero and everyone seems to think of him differently.
I hope this was amusing for someone.
Love this <3 He sounds so interesting honestly.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad!<3
DeleteThat's a good word for him.
Love it!! I love all the little teasers you wove in here to torment me. He’s such a lovely felon...fellow...
ReplyDeleteThanks Maddie, glad you appreciate the teasers. He is! XD
DeleteLoving all of the Damon gifts! :D
ReplyDeleteAny excuse I get to use them, I take advantage of. :)
DeleteI totally meant to join in this first Language of Worlds linkup while it was still active too and somehow COMPLETELY forgot. So you are not alone!
ReplyDeleteCONGRATS ON FINISHING REVISIONS!!!!!! OH MY GOSH I'M SO PROUD OF YOOOUUU! I am just counting down the days until it's in print. EEP! :D
I seriously can't get over the gorgeousness of your drawing. *ALLLL THE HEART-EYES*
Whoa, Cynfael has a sister? Is this new news or did I just forget? o.O Definitely sounds like an interesting relationship there. Eheh.
The boy swears at you in Latin? Oh my word. What are you gonna do with him? *shakes head*
Every single answer was so gold. I seriously can't with him. XDDD
You should still do it, I'd love to read yours!
DeleteTHANK YOU!!! It's such a good feeling! I am so excited for that! :D
Thanks! It took a lot longer then I thought it would. <333
He does, I might have mentioned her on her, but not in Falling Snow. It is, I'm having fun writing them.
It's become his new thing, I might have to use it in the sequel.
Thanks for reading it, I can't either! XD
Hmm, your character seems like he might be a trouble maker! :)
ReplyDelete-Brooklyne
:D Just a bit!
DeleteI love your answer to 8! This character seems like a fun one! Interesting to read about for sure.
ReplyDeleteThanks! He's fun to write! I'm glad you think so.
DeleteYAYAYAYAYAY CONGRATS ON FINISHING REVISIONS!!! THAT'S SO EXCITING.
ReplyDeleteAlso Cynfael... he sounds like he has some issues, lol, but at the same time he sounds like SUCH a deep, fascinating character. XD
Thanks! It's such a relief!
DeleteHe does! I hope he fascinates people. XD
Ugh, I don't know if I would love him or hate him! I can't decide. Tell me how I should feel!
ReplyDeleteBut honestly, I love this! Awesome answers!
We're in the same boat then. Conflicted I guess. :D
DeleteThanks! I'm glad!
Oh wow, he sounds like such an interesting character! I feel like I'd jerk between liking him and secretly wishing his downfall every second page. :P Great work on creating a complex character! :D
ReplyDeleteSo glad you think so! That's pretty much my relationship with him. XD
DeleteThank you!
I think the Chayse picture works pretty well. I especially like the top half. Best of luck with your driving test and with the last leagues of your publishing journey!
ReplyDeleteI'm to hear that, especially since you read his story. That means I described him right.
DeleteThank you!
I hope the driving test went well! Congrats on finishing the revisions!
ReplyDeleteALEKJFASL! I love Chayse's picture! It's awesome. :D
Of course, I love this! I especially like the last question/answer. I think people are never quite sure what to think when presented with Cyn (both the characters and the readers), and I think he likes it that way (he probably intends it that way). I know my ideas of who he is, are in continual flux. He's very fascinating.
Also, love that song. Especially for Cyn.
I might have to join this link-up. Could be fun.
It hasn't happened yet, but thanks! I was so happy to leave the story alone for a little.
Delete:D Thanks!!
So glad! He's a conflicted character for sure, I wanted him to be like Loki in the way that your never quite sure what his true motives are. That's what I was hoping for!
It's really fun for writing.
You should!
Cynfael is super-fascinating... and will you believe it wasn't until the last time I read FS that I realized his name is a variation on "sinful"? I'm thick sometimes. I mean, Chayse and Snow I got, but I didn't notice his. (I also was reading book 4 of the Inheritance cycle before I realized that Eragon was the word "dragon" with the first letter changed. Yeeeeeeeeah.) Anyway, I find conflicted characters fascinating... but ultimately, my heart belongs to Chayse in that world, and that's not gonna change ;-)
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad he comes across that way. It's funny, because it is a variation on that. I chose it because it meant Prince :D
DeleteI loved the Eragon books, omigoodness you're right I've never noticed that. Whoa!
Me too, they're my favorite to write.:D I wouldn't have it any other way, Chayse needs a bit of love too.
MORE ABOUT CYNFAEL. His story is SO interesting!!! Every time you post more, I desperately want to know the backstory behind him.
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XD I'm so glad you want to hear more about him. I was hoping he was.
DeleteI've been getting it one scrap at a time. :D