[b]Name:[/b] Derek Walker

[b]Sex and Orientation:[/b] Heterosexual Male

[b]Role:[/b] Hero

[b]Age:[/b] 16

[b]Concept:[/b] The Prideful Ranger

[b]Appearance:[/b] 

[hider=Appearance][img]http://fc09.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2014/210/1/a/derek_walker_by_ythania-d7sry77.png[/img][/hider]

[b]Background:[/b] Derek was the third child of Phareon and Florence of the Walker family. It wasn't an easy and clean birth, however, because he was stillborn. Phareon, thinking quickly, rushed him to a nearby stream, and from the freezing water's, he came to life. In time, he grew up into a healthy young lad under the care of Brooksy and Jackalyn, and at the young age of eight, taught himself to become a hunter to provide for his siblings as they had provided for him. It was during this time period that his skill with a bow and arrow became known, and as the years progressed, it increased along with other talents such as tracking or foraging. 

During one of his hunting trips into the nearby forest, Derek came across a group, more like a nest, of spiders as large as they come. Derek instantly turned around fearful, tripped over a root, and knocked himself out on a rock. Not his finest moment to say the least! When Derek came around, he found himself trapped within a spider's cocoon, ready for dinner. Thankfully, Brooksy and Jackalyn saved him in time, but the experienced has forever scared him. It took him a good few weeks before he could go out and forage food again, but upon seeing and spiders, his courage would falter and he would retreat. Nasty little things...

Derek didn't take Phareon's and Florence's death's well, and like his siblings, grieved. What he didn't expect, however, was the tragedy which unlocked Jackalyn's telekinetic power. While he had always respected his sister, her telekinetic powers did frighten him. Regardless, he put that fear aside and helped her through the difficult period.

[b]Personality:[/b] Derek's typically a calm individual with a strong personal moral code which he follows without question, even if it has resulted in numerous bad decisions. Derek's rather good-hearted nature also results in people easily taking advantage of him, because people could use it for their own goals. Regardless, it's something he holds great pride in, another character trait, and doesn't let other people's actions change him for better or for worst. Derek is also a very stubborn individual, refusing to back down from a challenge which also plays upon his prideful nature.

Derek cares greatly about his family and friends, often going through extreme measures to ensure their safety. While Brooksy and Jackalyn aren't as open towards strangers, Derek is, finding great comfort in having reliable friends. For him, it helps repair the damage from his parent's death.

[b]Equipment:[/b] Derek's personal inventory consists of a long bow with a quiver which is usually slung over his shoulder, alongside a two-handed sword contained inside a leather scabbard. Derek's clothing, meanwhile, consists of leather with a dark green cloak with a hood, one of which is usually pulled up to conceal his face.

[b]Inheritance:[/b] Derek's inheritance was from his father. It's basically a crystal pendant that lights up in the darkest of places and guides the way. It's said to also improve accuracy.

[b]Parent:[/b] Florence and Phareon are Derek's beloved parents. Derek's relationship was good with his parents, despite the occasional hiding received for his natural curiosity. Florence was known for her extremely short temper, often being the one who dealt out punishments when required. But she wasn't cruel, oh no. Florence was actually a very loving and caring person. While Phareon didn't get himself involved with punishment, he took great care in looking after his little ones, pushing them to accomplish their goals. Phareon was also the muscular one.

[b]Skills:[/b] 

[hider=Weaknesses]Derek's weaknesses, because everyone isn't perfect, is having no magical advantages or defenses against it. Otherwise, Derek is prone to anger when a member of his family is injured, and becomes reckless, putting himself and others at risk. Derek is also scared of spiders. I mean, very scared.[/hider]
[hider=Strengths]Derek's strengths includes his physical prowess, which is a common trait for every family member, and his accuracy and tracking skills. While the latter two took years to develop from hunting, he considers them his most important assets because of his choice of weapon. Stealth included![/hider]

[b]Notes:[/b] Derek absolutely can't deal with spiders and hates going against magical users, because he doesn't stand a chance. Derek also loves biltong (jerky)!