You guys enjoyed this one last time, so I thought I would do it again. We have the lovely Liv to thank for it. Make sure to check out her blog.
I am supposed to be prepping for Nano, but since that mostly involves me lying on the floor and eating. I thought I would write a post. I am going to use Cynfael again because I will be writing his story for Nano.
1. What does your character fear the most?
Wow, so this one was harder than I anticipated. Because it's not what do they fear but what do they fear the most, and I think being helpless again, is one of Cynfael's greatest fears. Because for a long time he couldn't help anyone not even himself.
2. How would they handle it if they were to face their fear?
Not well, he might even become completely unhinged.
3. Do they want to get married? Why or why not?
Suffice it to say he did once...
4. What is their love language (i.e. words of affirmation, physical touch, gifts, quality time, acts of service)?
Physical touch. * Trying not to roll my eyes*
5. On a scale from 1 (messy) to 5 (organized), how do they rate?
Probably a four.
6. How do they feel about debates/disagreements?
He enjoys them.
7. What do they bring to a battle (figurative or literal)?
He can fight fairly well, but prefers to charm and manipulate people. If that fails he can always poison them.
8. What's their favorite thing to eat for breakfast?
Mimosas with a bit of everything that could be considered breakfast food.
9. How do they treat themself after a long day?
I don't want to know and you probably don't either.
10. What do you most want readers to glean from this story?
Still trying to figure that out. Stay away from Fae maybe...
Doing this on time for once. So this is created by the amazing Liv go check out her blog and the other ones who participated. Especially Maddie's cause her's is awesome! 1.Where does your character live, and how does that impact them? I haven't quite figured out where it's located but somewhere in a fantasy version of late 1920's Europe. The Rookshire estate is located. It's isolated and bordered by some stunning mountains. It's practically a palace.
2.If they could book a vacation to anywhere in the/their world, where would they go and why?
Paris is a favorite. England too.
3. On a scale from 1 (low) to 10 (high), how ambitious are they?
Incredibly, but he likes to appear carefree. A solid 10
4. What do they want to achieve long-term?
He claims to want the crown, but his true goal is to destroy his family's empire. Even if he has to die in the process, I'm sure.
5.Who inspires them?
His Father's ruthlessness, His Mother's disregard, and his sister's determination.
6. How would they handle seclusion?
Not well, Cynfael is a social creature. He doesn't like being left with his thoughts.
7. Are they a cat person, or a dog person?
Either or, like most of the fae. He has an affinity with animals.
8. What's their favorite type of weather?
Anything warm, it's always cold where he lives.
9.When they're hungry, does it show? How?
Only if he wanted it to, he's adept at hiding his emotions.
10. What's one Bible verse your character would identify with?
Do not gaze at wine when it is red, when it sparkles in the cup, when it goes down smoothly!
I meant to do this on time. I really did, but my life got really slow. Then all a sudden I got hit with a million things and was left holding on to what was left of my sanity.
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.
As I have been battling this character for the past few months. I thought having you guys interrogate him would help on the writing front. Also he confused the heck out of all my beta readers. Most of them didn't know how to take him. To be honest, he likes it that way. I'm not sure he will answer honestly, and for those of you who don't know who he is.
He is my fae prince, who played the role of Prince Charming in my Snow White retelling. His family reigns over the Northern regions and is ridiculously wealthy.
Thanks to everyone who asked questions! You guys are awesome! I'm going to let him answer these questions as honestly as I can. He also lies, so I wouldn't believe anything he says.
I might censor him a bit *glares*
1. Who do you value most in the world? (Besides yourself. *wicked grin*)
"Going straight for the heart, are we. I'm not drunk enough to answer this."
"Her name was Sirena."
"That was after only one drink, that's not actually her name is it?"
*silence*
2. What got you started smoking?
"I started when I started drinking... Boredom was most likely the cause."
He was underage for sure!
3. How were you raised exactly?
"In an unorthodox and amoral family with impeccably high standards."
Now even I am curious.
4.What's his most prominent childhood memory?
"Probably the day I came into my inheritance, fangs were involved. A family trait, I'm told."
He is not a 'vampire'! Since he insist in being all vague, I will explain. His family is part of the shape shifting fae, Snake was their animal of choice. He also can't turn into a full snake... I don't even know how to explain it.
"Perhaps you shouldn't butt in. *slides glass* Drink your juice." 5. Who and where is his mother?
"Was not expecting that one... Her name is Alice, and I'm not permitted to tell you our last name. Supposedly, it's crucial to the plot. I think that means the author hasn't thought of it yet."
"So I'm bad with last names, shoot me!"
"Gladly!" *muffled screaming*
"As to where she is, our estate is expansive. She is most likely avoiding my father and terrorizing one of the maids."
6. What do you find attractive? (this could be a trait in a person, or an object, or whatever....)
"Just answer the bloody question."
"Of course you would take all the fun out of it." "We're waiting..."
"It's a hard question to answer with you glaring at me. I know what you want me to say, so I'm going to have to disappoint you..."
*glaring*
"Innocence, probably because it's so rare and confidence. A beautiful face and body are also appreciated for obvious reasons."
"So close..."
6.Would he rather enter a room on a fluffy pink unicorn or a fluffy pink pony?
"Should I take a drink every time someone asks an idiotic question?"
"You've been drinking the whole time!"
"Ah, your catching on."
7. Least favorite food?
"Human, it's too tough and gets stuck in the teeth."
"He's kidding... right"
8.Favorite thing to do on your day off?
"Glad you asked...
"Nooooo, we are not going there!"
"I didn't get to answer the question." "Exactly, your catching on."
9. What makes you lose your cool?
"When someone threatens anyone close to me."
10. What kind of person do you look for as a spouse?
"I don't."
11. What scares you?
"Nothing."
12. Have you ever loved someone? Like, for no gain to yourself no backdoor scheme, just because?
"With love there is always collateral damage. I prefer to refrain."
13. What are your biggest fear(s)?
"Again, an unfortunate question that won't get an answer."
14. Is there anyone you really care about?
"Not sure I like what this question implies."
"I don't know what you expected."
15. What would make you truly happy?
"A host of terrible and atrocious things. Unlimited power would be nice." "How very super villain of you."
"I knew you wouldn't approve."
16.Why do you have a more human side when the Fae world is so evil and with how you must have been raised?
"I don't. I appeal to people's sympathies when it suits my needs. I manipulate, it seems I have fooled you if you think that highly of me. I am the monster they created me to be, I don't claim to be more than that. "
17. How were you raised exactly?
"Terribly."
18. What do you spend most of your time doing?
"Drinking, smoking, overthrowing kingdoms."
"Oh, is that all."
"Well for a weekday."
19. What is your ultimate aim in life?
"To escape."
"One bottle, that's what it takes for you to start being honest."
"Not one...I was drinking before we started..."
*exasperated sighing*
20. So, where did you get the Teddy Bear?
"I don't know if it's the drink, but what is she talking about?
"It was mine, he stole it. I better leave him alone now."
