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-TOBIAS GRAYSON-

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    -TOBIAS GRAYSON-
    ❝ Let's see how long you can amuse me.❞


    -THE BASICS-

        name
        Tobias Cedric Grayson
        (Often simply goes by Tobias or Grayson, but despises the nickname 'Toby' with a passion.)

        gender
        male
        age
        303 years-- born 1712, turned at age 22.
        orientation
        polyromantic homoflexible
        origin
        of British decent but recently transferred to America due to an exchange program between universities.
        height
        6' 1"
        build
        a tall and slender physic with sharp features and a lithe build.
        eye color
        a sharp, amber hue that is often filled with a mischievous glint to his clever gaze.
        hair color
        long, and somewhat untamed, light sandy-blonde hair.
        year
        3rd Year student and workings towards a masters in art history and a minor in literature.


    -HISTORY-

      Born during the 18th century, Tobias Grayson was a young and well established nobleman's son of the Grayson estate whose family was a part of the industrial age during the British and American revolutions of that time. It was an era of discovery, inventions and world changing events-- ones he partook in or simply avoided after his forced and suppressed change. Such memories of his mortal life are what the man values most, thus, why he so earnestly enjoys reading past history and fictional literature of that time almost frantically so as to not let such cherished memories fade to his immortal curse. However, the exact telling of how he was turned into a vampire is known only to him and him alone. It is a tale that the young man refuses to divulge to anyone and that remains in the dark recesses of his mind to this day as he covers such a suppressed memory with a sharp smile and unreadable, narrowed gaze.

      However, despite such unwanted past recollections, Tobias lives for the 'here and now' as a young aspiring college student with much ambition and recognition in his current affairs. He is currently in his third semester while he works towards a full eight year degree in the historical arts and literature, and has just recently been handpicked to partake in an exchange program that will take him to the states. Such a program has him paired up with another male student that he will be sharing a dorm room with, but such unforeseen pairings do little to dull his teasingly charming demeanor as he also signs up for an opening at a local library near the campus grounds. Though he has only been in America for but a single day since his plane arrived, Tobias is soon to meet this mysterious roommate of his while he eyes this new territory with both curiosity and hidden predatory interest...

      For now he aims to study and surpass his new fellow students as a side amusement to past the time, while also partaking in customs and events required for his stay here to appear as normal as can be-- albeit also indulging in his own predatory urges as well on the side. Already some begin to whisper of the new foreigner with an unnaturally sharp gaze and an even sharper tongue, and both either the foolishly curious or weary local students who have taken an interest in this newcomer vie for the charismatic male's attention in hopes of being paired with one of London's top students. As to who exactly the young vampire is to be roomed with has yet to be announced as the foreigner arrives-- all the while the rest of the few exchange students take their time to settle in from their long travels to America while excitement and suspense hangs thickly in the air with strained anticipation for the new year and start of a new semester at Walden University.


    -PERSONALITY-

        ➸stubborn Tobias is a stubborn individual, almost to the point of utter foolishness to his university's professors and dean as he both greatly enjoys antagonizing and challenging authority on a regular basis since he perceives himself to be more educated then those who surround him. After all, he has lived through many histories mentioned within their textbooks and knows what transpired during those times better than most. However, such blatant audacity has served him well over the years against his adversaries and more willful prey, albeit it has done little to gain him allies or friends of any sort. You could almost say it was a personality that he developed purposefully to combat the constantly changing world around him.

        Each century brings its own new challenges to face, and to adapt one must have an uncaring and steadfast approach to it all in order to deal with such ever constant times without going mad. Such drastic measures must be taken to protect his emotional being, a lesson the young individual has learned all too well over the centuries and one that he also does not wish to repeat. Tobias has thwarted and climbed the ranks of many of his fellow students. His family name and audacity is known to quite a few outside of Europe, and though he is both respected and found fault with for his overly ambitious desires on many occasions, the male has proven that his stubborn disposition clearly gets the job done when it is most needed. A trait that serves him well when competing for high ranks within the universities he visits, and a mindset that places him on bad terms with many for his overly haughty attitude towards those who he views as simple minded or uninteresting. Like a feline with a newly caught toy, Taboias' interest in someone only lasts as long as they entertain him before the prey is either tossed aside or devoured.


        ➸selfish A personality trait that is more a part of the youth's own self rather than one he adopted over time. Tobias had always been a bit of a selfish individual when he was once of mortal flesh. The young man back then was possessive over what he considered to be his, be it family, friends, enemies and especially his prey-- something that he still nurtures to this day and which has only grown in threatening measure over the centuries. Although his possessive nature did not extend into material possessions in the slightest, besides that of old books from ages past of course if you could consider those a treasure. Tobias covets ancient literature works that date as far back as the 18th century with great vigor and it is one of his few weaknesses, and odd habit forming obsessions, that he allows himself to show to others openly. His need to be in charge and in control of what is 'rightfully his' has made the student out to be insufferable at times as he teases those around him and close friends to no end on their matters and affairs. Tobias has a bad habit of making another individual's personal business his own, whether out of morbid curiosity or simply as a way to merely entertain himself is not fully known.

        Though for the most part Tobias' wickedly teasing manner towards those he enjoys tormenting as a game is usually done in good nature on his part, the carefully concealed vampire beneath this facade sometimes lets his selfish desires deviate into more cruel and borderline obsessive tendencies from time-to-time when he has been forced to fast for days on end due to his time consuming studies and part time job at the campus' local library. Such rare occurrences like these, however, are often only done away from prying eyes since he does not like others to see him lose control so easily once he's reached his limits. It is sometimes difficult to keep his hunger sated due to the populated environment of fellow students and coworkers, so when Tobias does feast after forgetting to do so for days on end, the man has indeed lost his self control on the rare occasion-- but never before the eyes of mortals... only his prey witnesses such uncontrolled predatory behavior that he finds shameful to admit to yet indulges with great vigor to sate his unending thirst... a thirst that reminds him all too often when he feeds just what sort of creature he truly is despite his carefully constructed outwardly appearance that he forgets himself in during brief moments.


        ➸ambitious Ambition has always fueled Tobias to strive to greater lengths in both his curricular studies and for exploring the lands he has never been to before now. It was what set him apart from the others at his London university to be chosen as one of the few to partake in one of America's selective study abroad program, and a trait that he shows no restraint in as he allows his ambitions to drive him to succeed and overpower his competition with little pause or remorse. Without ambition the man would have never overcome so many years alone. His endless search for new territory to claim, for both an abundance of unsuspecting or untouched prey and intriguing scenery to keep him amused, has been one of the key factors towards his move to the states. The young man cares little if such territory has already been staked by another of his kind and sees such claims as only one more entertaining challenge to overcome before he takes what he desires most.

        ➸loyal Loyalty. The one trait that those who are closest to Tobias actually find admirable in the often sly and arrogant male, before it is utterly dashed by his ever present devious mannerisms. The young vampire is known to keep his promises despite his more lacking qualities of jealously, selfishness, and charmingly teasing demeanor. It is a trait that Tobias actually takes very seriously and will often encourage the student to go to great lengths to ensure his promises are kept without fault, no matter if the original promise was made to friend or foe. However, be mindful to be very specific with what promise you wish for him to keep. Tobias has a nasty habit of finding loopholes or taking such words literally when you least expect them, a trait that shows his devilish nature often bleeds even into his more admirable qualities despite his efforts to behave and be a reliable companion at times.
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-SEBASTIAN GRANT-

Postby Benathorn » Thu Mar 26, 2015 8:34 pm




















































































































































































































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    -SEBASTIAN GRANT-
    ❝ Everything used to be so simple. My world was black and white-- till you stepped back in with your many shades of insufferable greys...❞


    -THE BASICS-

        name
        Sebastian Isaac Grant
        gender
        male
        age
        24
        orientationorigin
        polyromantic homoflexible
        origin
        of British decent due to family name-- though he was born in London he spent most of his time growing up in France.
        height
        6' 1"
        build
        a tall and slender physic with sharp features and a lithe build.
        eye color
        a sharp, forest green hue that is often filled with a mischievous glint to his clever gaze.
        hair color
        long, and somewhat untamed, messy light brown hair that is often tied back in an effort to keep it contained during his heists.
        profession
        a notorious thief known throughout central France for his brazen complex heists that he gets away with far too often, while also taunting those who venture after him to no end with his devious, yet charismatic, ways.


    -HISTORY-

      Born during the golden age of the Victorian era within the confines of France, Sebastian Grant was brought into this world by the established noble Grant family who were most well known for their imports of the coveted metal-- iron. Such a precious and simplistic resource was well sought after during this era, mainly for its construction in firearms and other weaponry. However, such family trades did little to influence the youngest member of the Grant estate, whose desires and profession deviated towards quite the opposite of his family's wishes.

      Due to his troublesome and hard headed ways, Sebastian was sent away from his abode at the age of thirteen, after he had exhausted nearly every willing private tutor that his father had tried to have reign in the spirited lad. The young boy back then had been accepted into the Grayson Academy, an institute for aspiring young men whose families supported the educational facility with encouraging donations to board and educate the boys who were sent there. Though for some students it was a great honor to attend the place that their forefather's established, for Sebastian it was as good as any prison that was there to only keep him from what he loved to do best. The green eyed individual favored the arts of escape and made sure to practice such ventures during the dead of night-- albeit not alone...

      Sebastian had always been an intelligent individual, but as the head of the institute would put it, he was a terrible influence on the young 'innocent' minds of his fellow students. Yet despite his nightly escapades of escaping school grounds, or stealing the head masters personal possessions, there was one other individual who helped keep Sebastian out of trouble from time to time... for the most part, that is. Stahl was another young lad who attended the school alongside Sebastian and one of the few whom the aspiring future thief actually took the time to listen to. There had always been something in the other's voice that would make Sebastian stop and actually questions his own actions, that is, before he would ultimately find some means of pulling the other into helping with his pranks. Of course all the while insisting that it was for the greater good to garner his friend's cooperation. Their time spent those past five years within the academy where some of his most fondest memories, after all, there were very few whom the young trickster allowed himself to be so at ease with and completely trusting of the other. However, in the end that was all they ended up being... just memories.

      It was during this time that talks of war were beginning to take place. Skirmishes were common place these days among the french people as riots and revolutions sparked throughout the nation, all the while giving birth to opportunists and murderers alike to take advantage under the cover of such malicious chaos. Order was in short supply, but what was more, Sebastian felt the repercussions of such a turn of events hit straight at home. At the age of eighteen, shortly after his graduation from Grayson academy, Sebastian had been informed that his family estate had been torn asunder and burned to the ground by the many ensuing mobs that flared upon the streets of France. Local revolutionist's had declared and directed their anger at one of the main suppliers whose iron was imported to their so called enemies-- an act that sparked anger among the more common folk as they placed their callous hurt and unbridled rage upon the Grant family and its household on that fateful day...

      Sebastian had of course left promptly to oversee the damage and identify the charred bodies that were left behind, but it was how the young man left exactly that seemed to leave more questions than answers to those who knew. The boy back then had set out without a word to anyone-- not even to his closest friend, Stahl, and what was more concerning was that Sebastian Grant had not been seen ever since, nor was it revealed just what exactly he had found in the ash filled remains of his once cherished home.

      What was not known, however, was that Sebastian was indeed still alive and well to this day. Completely changed and indifferent with an ever present sly grin to the world around him and currently being detained as a prisoner in one of the local detective agencies stationed within central France. It was rare for him to be caught, and Sebastian tipped his hat to those who were able to keep him imprisoned for the moment. Yet, he did not expect their next offer of proposition which asked for the aid and cooperation of one of France's most notorious thieves. However, if the man had known who he was to be paired with to help with such a secret mission he would have adamantly said no to such a request before promising his commitment...


    -PERSONALITY-

        ➸stubborn Sebastian has always held a long stubborn streak that can be traced back to his younger years in the all boys academy he attended. It was here the young teen was infamous for his pranks and schemes, most which involved his friend that would inevitably get them both detention for weeks on end for the acts they committed so shamelessly. Sebastian has always had a bit of a problem listening to authority, almost to the point of sheer audacity and utter foolishness that would only earn him more harm than good. However, such punishments only encouraged the boy back then to do better... by not being caught in the act and to avoid being blamed where no evidence could be placed against him for his obvious hand in numerous antics.

        However, these days in his adult years Sebastian's stubborn demeanor has done little to aid him in his relations with others and has been a trait that he has adopted to better suit his lifestyle over time. The young man comes across as arrogant to most and his brazen attitude towards the so called 'detectives' of order can be downright disrespectful as he aims to make a mockery of any who try to catch or pursue the thief. Yet, despite this, such a stubborn demeanor does at least give the rogue the strength to continue despite the odds against him. In the heat of the moment, when it comes down to it, Sebastian has proven that his stubborn disposition clearly gets the job done when it is most needed. A trait that serves him well when alluding the authorities or competing with fellow competition, and a mindset that places him on bad terms with many for his overly haughty attitude towards those who he views as too simple minded or dully uninteresting. Like a devilish feline with a newly caught toy, Sebastian's interest in another object or individual is only kept for as long as he is adequately challenged before growing bored and moving on to the next prize for the sheer thrill of the hunt.


        ➸selfish A personality trait that is more a part of the youth's own self rather than one he adopted over time. Sebastian had always been a bit of a selfish individual in his youth. The young man back then was possessive over what he considered to be his, be it family, friends, or the right to a steal-- something that he still nurtures to this day and which has only grown in threatening measure over the years. Although his possessive nature did not extend into material possessions in the slightest, Sebastian covets the game of thievery and the challenge it provides rather than the prize itself-- of course it does not hurt to be paid for an expensive theft either. His need to be in charge and in control of what is 'rightfully his' has made the thief out to be insufferable at times as he teases those around him and close friends to no end on their matters and affairs. The ever adventurous rogue has a bad habit of making another individual's personal business his own, whether out of morbid curiosity or simply as a way to merely entertain himself is not fully known.

        Though for the most part Sebastian's wickedly teasing mannerisms towards those he enjoys tormenting in his games of cat and mouse is usually done in good nature on his part, the man has been known to be serious at times when the moment calls for it. He can judge easily when the matter at hand is of a grave note, but finds issue or fault in those who try to claim what he considers to be his and his alone. Such selfish tendencies can often make Sebastian revert back to the days of his academy years when he would sulk if he was not permitted to have a little fun, but of course those days are long behind him as the man rarely shows such innocent childish remnants from his past self.


        ➸ambitious Ambition has always fueled Sebastian to strive to greater lengths in both his art in thievery and means of getting what he desires most in life. It was one of the few things that set him apart form the others at his academy, and a trait that he shows no restraint in as he allows his ambitions to drive him to succeed and overpower his competition with little pause or remorse. Without ambition the man would have never overcome so many years alone. His endless search for new territory to claim and exploit, for both an abundance of unsuspecting or untouched possessions just waiting to be plucked away, and the intriguing new scenery and people to keep him entertained, has been one of the key factors towards his drive for becoming a master in the arts of thinking out of the box and thievery. The young man cares little if such territory has already been staked by another of his profession or guarded by detectives and the like, and sees such claims as only one more entertaining challenge to overcome before he takes what he desires most before moving on once more in this endless cycle of criminal activity that does little to sate his purest of desires.

        ➸loyal Loyalty. The one trait that those who are closest to Sebastian actually find admirable in the often sly and arrogant male, before it is utterly dashed by his ever present devious mannerisms of course. The young thief is known to keep his promises despite his more lacking qualities of jealously, selfishness, and charmingly teasing demeanor. It is a trait that Sebastian actually takes very seriously and will often encourage the male to go to great lengths to ensure his promises are kept without fault, no matter if the original vow was made to friend or foe. It is also one of the few qualities he keeps from his childhood that hasn't been tainted by his current views of the world, yet is rarely seen these days as his questionable morals now dictate his actions. However, be mindful to be very specific with what promise you wish for him to keep. Sebastian has a nasty habit of finding loopholes or taking such words literally when you least expect them, a trait that shows his devilish nature often bleeds even into his more admirable qualities despite his best efforts to behave and be a reliable companion at times.
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Re: ℬack pocket secrets

Postby Benathorn » Fri Mar 27, 2015 2:51 am

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        Hello everyone! I've been searching to do some roleplaying on the side these days since I have a bit more time on my hands now. I would be especially interested in one more dedicated one x one with another active and literate writer with similar, yet oddly specific, theme interests! I have one currently in the works, but would be happy to have two total to be dedicated to. So without further adieu let's get to the listing~

        Literacy & Experience
        - I have been roleplaying for many years now and have done so on multiple offsite threads dedicated to specific themes and genres.
        - On average I post four-five paragraphs at the least. If it is a good theme I am interested in, and I am paired with an awesome fellow literate partner, you can expect full pages of up to eight or more detailed paragraphs with great imagery, drama, and character interactions.
        - My grammar and punctuation is fairly accurate save for the few/ many nights I stay up late writing that cause me to slip up from time to time-- but that's when you know it's a good RP! <3
        - I am also easy to work with in developing plots, themes, and character backgrounds to help move the RP along. So never feel embarrassed or shy about sending me PM's with juicy plot details that we can gush over and discuss to our hearts content~
        - I only write in 3rd person and find it difficult to post to 1st, so just letting you know. I am also on EDT (-4 hours) and do not mind writing to anyone with different time zones.
        - Though I do get on at least once or twice a day I enjoy more relaxed posting that does not require me to do so each day of the week. However, if it's good I usually try to post soon after the other player does regardless of time constraints.
        - I am not particularly partial to real life face claims and much prefer the more anime/ manga styled characters. However, I can do either depending on your preference.

        Plot Interests
        - Alright, here is where I get rather specific. Lately I've been practicing doing more male x male writing since it is something I would love to do more often and gain some experience in.
        - I would greatly prefer to play the antagonist/ opposing guy who loves to stir up trouble and drag the other player along for the fun or test his boundaries while invading personal space. So if you need a sarcastic or wicked individual to help pull your character out of his shell then I have roleplayed this many a time.
        - I am open to roleplaying in modern settings, medieval, apocalyptic, Victorian, anime and sci-fi on the rare occasion.
        - So to sum things up I'm mainly looking to RP exclusively:

        mxm thief+detective (In Progress)
        mxm vampire+human (In progress)
        mxm vampire+hunter/werewolf/vampire (Ideas can be discussed)
        mxm coworkers/friends/enemies (Ideas can be discussed)
        mxm werewolf+human/werewolf (Ideas can be discussed)
        mxm college students/friends/enemies (Ideas can be discussed)
        mxm pirate+noble/pirate/captain (Ideas can be discussed)

        - Or I am up for any other interesting ideas you may have that could be fun and filled with intense drama and plot developing. I also love to do romances or to have such plots turn into these! ♥
        - If I did not mention a theme you may like here then feel free to PM me with other RP ideas! I love to discuss potential plots and you may have something I'm interested in doing regardless of what I listed above~
        - Samples of my forms and works can be found here and here if you're interested in my writing style.

        Dislikes
        - I'm afraid I would refrain from doing anything including young high school or middle school themes or settings. Just not my thing. However, I do enjoy the more mature atmosphere of a college setting.
        - I will also not RP anyone under the age of eighteen. I like to keep my male character's ages between 18-28 so as to have a more mature setting and background for them.
        - Also I can't roleplay any fandom RP's since I know very very few of them out there. College life tends to keep you in the dark and I lose track of what's in these days. The only two fandoms I would know are Mass Effect (Which I only play male turians in) and Dragon Age, so if you even know what these are I am quite proficient at playing in their settings.
        - I'm afraid I'm not looking to do any fxf or mxf RP's at this time.

        Expectations
        - My expectations of you mirror what many have stated before and what I also hold to myself.
        - I ask that you have good grammar and literacy. This means please be sure to double check your posts and work so that your reply is legible, flowing, and literate.
        - Are able to write detailed paragraphs in your responses. Detailed paragraphs mean five sentences or more that respond to the scene, character, and drama taking place without skipping anything and expecting me to paint the picture alone or move the story by myself.
        - Also, please at least reply once a week or give a reason for not doing so. I certainly understand time constraints and real life, I myself will only post maybe once or twice a week at times, but please be sure to help keep the RP going so it does not die and I will be sure to do the same.
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