[hider=MyHider][IMG]http://kmgg2.netai.net/2008_7.jpg[/IMG][/hider] [center][i]"Speak softly and carry a big stick."[/i] -[b]Theodore Roosevelt[/b][/center][center][color=gold][h1][u]Personal Information[/u][/h1][/color][/center] [color=cadetblue][u]Name:[/u][/color] Rebekah Anne Cross [color=cadetblue][u]Nickname:[/u][/color] Bekah. Used at one’s own mortal peril, unless you are fortunate enough to be on a very, very small list. [color=cadetblue][u]Birth Date:[/u][/color] 2/29 [color=cadetblue][u]Age:[/u][/color] 19 [color=cadetblue][u]Gender:[/u][/color] Female [color=cadetblue][u]Sexuality:[/u][/color] Not your business. (Bi) [center][color=gold][h1][u]In The Mirror[/u][/h1][/color][/center] [color=cadetblue][u]In Depth Appearance:[/u][/color] Slightly above average height. Rebekah is striking in a decidedly understated manner. Much less understated is her exceptionally long black hair, frequently worn back in a ponytail (equestrian quips are uttered at one’s own risk) to keep it out of her way. Her complexion is a little shy of pale, as though she doesn’t spend as much time in the sun as some, but still more than others. Her eyes, on the other hand, are a blue gray. So gray, in fact, they strain what would normally be considered possible. Inheritance from her godly parent, if one had to guess. The color has been called ‘unnerving’ by those on the wrong end of her ire, and ‘intense’ by those who perceive her usual demeanor. A demeanor that generally leaves her expression stoic; mouth set in a neutral line, with her eyes focused intently on her latest project. [color=cadetblue][u]Clothing Style:[/u][/color] The specific reason for Rebekah’s understated appearance, in large part, would be her I-don’t-really-care-chic sense of fashion. She’s internally consistent in her choices, but she doesn’t care much about how she dresses. Jeans, a t-shirt, and a hoodie work as well as jeans, a shirt, and a sweater. For any and all occasions short of an event explicitly labeled “formal”, in fact. Sometimes her shirt will near a witticism or reference, other times it will be a solid color. Colors, however, generally tend towards the darker/bluer end of the spectrum. With a few notable exceptions, most will be some shade of blue, purple, green, black or gray. Footwear is strictly functional; sneakers. When it comes to bags, however, there are to be no compromises. Messenger style only, with a primary compartment suitable for carrying multiples books in addition to a 17” laptop. And on top of all of that, any chargers or notebooks she happens to be carrying. A small pocket for blue light-negating tinted glasses is a must, in the event of extended work time on the go. [color=cadetblue][u]Quirks/Oddities/Habits[/u][/color] At least five [list][*] Projects. Completely separate from any work assigned to her, Rebekah will invariably have between one and half a dozen projects going on the side, ranging from research to invention. [*] Multitasking. Specifically, full attention during a conversation is quite uncommon. Rebekah generally multitasks at all times, so the lack of full attentiveness can be mistaken for dismissiveness. [*] Keeping her hands busy. The more focused she is, the more likely she is to be twirling a few strands of her hair, spinning a pen, or otherwise fiddling with whatever object is close to hand. [*]Thinking out loud. This can sometimes be as simple as a few words muttered under her breath here and there, or as involved as explaining her entire thought process to whatever audience stand-in she has so as to better understand it herself. [*]Heavy caffeine and caloric intake. In order to keep up with the amount of calories her speed burns, Rebekah tends to eat quite a lot of food when she finally sits down to eat. Coffee is consumed in large amounts as well, to keep her awake long enough to keep working on whatever project is holding her attention. [/list] [color=cadetblue][u]Likes:[/u][/color] [list][*]Internet [*]Computer [*]Books [*]Quiet [*]Dessert[/list] [color=cadetblue][u]Dislikes:[/u][/color] [list][*]People that touch her laptop. [*]Noise [*]Stupidity [*]Snakes [*]Vegetarians[/list] [color=cadetblue][u]Fears:[/u][/color] [list][*]Failure [*]Inadequacy [*]Computer shutdown mid-project[/list] [color=cadetblue][u]Personality:[/u][/color] [center][u]♦ Quiet ♦ Intense ♦ Calm ♦ Introverted[/u][/center] Rebekah Cross is a firm believer in speaking only when she has something to say. Small talk for small talk’s sake simply fills a void that rarely needs filling. Idle chatter is neither informative nor purposeful, so she rarely indulges. Her quiet nature, however, belies a mind that never stops working. She never stops thinking, no matter the time of day, about whatever has her attention at that particular moment. Most people… Are very much a distraction. Idle chatter is the name of the game for many, and given that she doesn’t play ball, she can come across as very detached. Not quite antisocial, but definitely introverted. If one manages to get in her good books, however, they’ve earned a long-term friend. One that, to the shock of many, doesn’t really stop talking. Long diatribes are a firm indicator, unbeknownst to many, that she actually cares enough to tell you what she’s thinking. [color=cadetblue][u]Background:[/u][/color] Athena has never been quite like the other Gods or Goddesses. What attracts many is meaningless in her eyes, while what is meaningless to many is meaning[i]ful[/i]. As a Goddess of Wisdom, she is attracted by exactly that. Wisdom. Which goes a long way to explaining why she was drawn to a small-time author in the American Southwest. Their relationship wasn’t very long, but it was long enough for Rebekah to be conceived. They parted on very pleasant terms; part of wisdom is knowing when something won’t work, and expecting a relationship with an immortal Goddess to last is definitely on that list. That isn’t to say, however, that they ceased all contact; unlike some of her siblings, Athena stopped in from time to time to see her daughter. Advise Rebekah’s father on his writing career when he was out of ideas, as well. She isn’t the Goddess of Inspiration for nothing. Nor was Rebekah her daughter for nothing. She showed an exceptional intelligence from a very early age, and worked out for herself (long before her father was ready to tell her) that her mother wasn’t quite normal. Both parents gave her the full explanation when she was barely in her teens. If anything the knowledge made her more driven. She was a high school graduate by sixteen, and taking classes at the local university by seventeen. Despite offers of admission from more prestigious schools, supporting her attendance financially wasn’t a possibility. Not right away, at least. She intended (and intends) to transfer schools in order to finish her degree, but Olympus Academy is another step on the road before she does. She took a break from university courses on her mother’s suggestion, recognizing that while she could learn normal subjects with ease whenever she wanted, the understanding of her heritage that the Academy offered couldn’t be found elsewhere. [color=cadetblue][u]Extra:[/u][/color][center][color=gold][h1][u]Godly Information[/u][/h1][/color][/center] [color=cadetblue][u]Godly Parent:Athena[/u][/color] [color=cadetblue][u]Relationship With Godly Parent:[/u][/color] Friendly, though not necessarily all that close. Athena made an effort to be around during her daughter’s life, at least from time to time, but her very nature made it impossible to really be Rebekah’s mother. They’ve been closer since Rebekah learned of her real nature, but Athena is still more of a semi-maternal adviser to her than a family member. Whether this is exactly as she would like it, or if she would like something closer, is a piece of knowledge kept close to Rebekah’s chest. [color=cadetblue][u]Godly Abilities:[/u][/color] [i]She Who Knows Herself[/i]: Fitting for the daughter of Athena, Rebekah is blessed with the ability to analyze and understand that which she sees. Be it magic, technology, or somewhere in between she can fathom its inner mechanics and principles. In simple terms, if she sees it, she can understand what makes it tick. [i]Ancient’s Memory[/i]: More mundanely, Rebekah has a nearly perfect memory. What she sees, hears, feels, tastes, thinks or smells; she can remember all of it with perfect clarity. [i]Hippeia[/i]: Rebekah is exceptionally fleet-footed; supernaturally so. Athena was worshipped under the title Hippeia, ‘of the horses’, for her invention of the chariot. From this aspect her daughter derives her godly speed and sure-footedness. [i]Promachos[/i]: The First Fighter. She who fights in front. Though best remembered as a Goddess of Wisdom, Athena was a Goddess of Strategy, as well. Specifically embodying strength, the strategy of war, and justice. In this way she is as much a martial a figure as she is a wise one. From this her daughter inherited the ability to win her fights not through brute strength, but through preparation. With the proper understanding of her needs she can craft a tool, provided there is some kind of material at hand, and imbue it the properties she needs at that moment. As a Goddess of Strategy, known her her invention, Athena’s parentage permits Rebekah whatever tool or weapon she requires; provided she has the wisdom to understand her needs, that is. [hider=Rebekah Cross’ Relations][center][h1][color=cadetblue][b]Rebekah Cross[/b][/color][/h1] [IMG]https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/501713528/katiemcgrath_400x400.jpg[/img] [color=blue][b]{[/b][/color]"[i]Silence is golden.[/i]"[color=blue][b]}[/b][/color] | [color=000000]☠[/color] Archnemesis || [color=ded16a]☯[/color] An Acceptable Use of the Planet’s Space || [color=008800]★[/color] Permitted Within Meter Radius || [color=0050cc]♫[/color] A Welcome Presence || [color=ff0000]♥[/color] Preposterous || [color=800800]⚤[/color] Inconceivable || [color=c23023]⚜[/color] They Exist |[ hr][/center] [hider=Zeus Children] | [color=FBEC5D]Cecily . Merrick[/color] {Symbol} | "Paternal issues. These seem to crop up frequently amongst the children of Olympians, but even more so among the children of Zeus. Friendly. [i]Very[/i] friendly. Much too energetic. Well-meaning, but little grasp of boundaries. Preferably keep at arm’s length." Observed only from a distance. Cecily is much too extroverted for Rebekah to have much of any desire to become very acquainted with her. Not out of any particular animosity; Rebekah just finds such people exhausting. | [color=mediumpurple]Zachariah . Rothschild[/color] {[color=000000]☯[/colorl} | "The son of Zeus, with evident paternal issues. Nevertheless very much the archetypical son of an “alpha male” God, as much as I find the term disdainful. Cocky. Aggressive. A learned need to be the Good Samaritan, if I had to guess, in order to spite his father. Desiring to be different from Zeus is a noble goal, given his… reputation, but he requires self-awareness of their similarities if he wants to highlight their differences. I avoid him. If he gets competitive with me, he will learn basic physics; lightning strikes once, then it is grounded. " Arm’s length at best. Rebekah has rarely interacted with him personally, but finds Zeus (and the majority of his children) distasteful.[/hider] [hider=Hades Children] | [color=f39f2d]Marcella . Bonaparte[/color] {Symbol} | "Unabashed. Children of Hades seem predisposed to complexes regarding their godly domain, but Ms. Bonaparte does not share this predisposition. If anything, she revels in it. Whether she is to be trusted or not has yet to be certain. While not actively malicious, some doubts remain as to her goals and morality. Particularly regarding the use of the van in my possession. Once answered the door wrapped in a welcome mat. This event is mutually not discussed. Willing to assist with the procurement of raw materials for projects, making her more of an asset than a detriment so long as her trustworthiness remains intact." A relatively recent acquaintance, but one Rebekah has gotten along with rather well. | [color=???]F I R S T N A M E . L A S T N A M E[/color] {Symbol} | "Character thoughts on relations." In depth description of relation here. At least three sentences.[/hider] [hider=Poisedon Children] | [color=0086b3]Rhea . Psomas[/color] {Symbol} | "An oddity. A child of Poseidon, the Earthshaker, with few (if any) observed abilities. Children of Zeus and Poseidon traditionally have very evident inherited gifts, but Ms. Psomas demonstrates none thus far. Rather shy, as well. Not antisocial, as she seems to have a preference for the company of others, but seems uncomfortable with any real familiarity. Does not dissuade her from working earnestly at making friends. Few words exchanged, but seems well-meaning enough. Have been doing a degree of background checking. Name seems familiar, and circumstances regarding time before Olympus Academy seem suspect. No link to the Rhea of mythology. Thus far." A very new acquaintance. Rebekah has only spoken with her on a handful of occasions, but has observed with a fair degree of curiosity. | [color=???]F I R S T N A M E . L A S T N A M E[/color] {Symbol} | "Character thoughts on relations." In depth description of relation here. At least three sentences.[/hider] [hider=Hera Children] | [color=peachpuff]Avery . Stratton[/color] {[color=ded16a]☯[/color]} | "Considering such people enemies is a waste of effort. Do not, however, get me started on my opinion of this woman." In many ways, Rebekah’s opposite. Oil and water. We all know the science. | [color=???]F I R S T N A M E . L A S T N A M E[/color] {Symbol} | "Character thoughts on relations." In depth description of relation here. At least three sentences.[/hider] [hider=Hermes Children] | [color=???]F I R S T N A M E . L A S T N A M E[/color] {Symbol} | "Character thoughts on relations." In depth description of relation here. At least three sentences. | [color=???]F I R S T N A M E . L A S T N A M E[/color] {Symbol} | "Character thoughts on relations." In depth description of relation here. At least three sentences.[/hider] [hider=Ares Children] | [color=9e0b0f]Danaye . Harada[/color] {[color=ff0000]♫l[/color} | "Not the archetypical descendant of Ares (or Mars, the identity the God himself purportedly feels nostalgic for), in may ways the equal and opposite force. Excellent companionship for most occasions. Good taste in food, amicable silence, and willing to provide opinions on an honest, realistic level. Easily persuaded by milkshakes. Avoid “The Grudge” at all costs. Excellent markswoman; modified M1911 stored in spare DDR pad. DDR pad is to be stored in spare room if watching a horror film. Zaheen’s aid was required to fix it after the last time, and the bullet is still in the wall behind the TV stand. Japanese is her first language. Slowly learning by observation. Ares children seem to have fondness for learning the language. Investigate further?" Rebekah’s closest friend, quite easily. Though this can be odd to observe. Mostly due to their respective silent natures. | [color=red]Jonas . Highwind[/color] {Symbol} | “Also not the archetypical descendant of Ares (though Highwind seems to indicate preference for his Mars identity), but this is more concealed. Avid weightlifter. His fitness regimen is well structured and followed thoroughly, leading to an excellent state of physical fitness. Not that it is inherently required. His Godly gifts permit an inhuman level of physical capability already. His ability to summon from his Father’s armory is reminiscent, in a roundabout fashion, of Promachos. Excellent physical combatant. Regular sparring bouts occur. Each one, win or lose, is information to be used for the formulation of strategy later. A closet “weeb”, as Relo insists. Ms. Dana seems to agree albeit not in the same terms. Once made a reference to “my smile protecting itself”. I do not understand the remark." A friend. Highwind has been a consistent ally, if not as close as Rebekah allows most to get, for the duration of her time at OA. Frequent sparring sessions have accelerated her capabilities.[/hider] [hider=Athena Children] | [color=deepskyblue]Webster . O’Connor[/color] {[color=ded16a]☯[/color]} | "Technically my half-brother. Mother introduced us upon his arrival at OA, but little contact has been maintained. Intelligent individual, as befitting one of our lineage, but a little arrogant. As his studies are the previous year to mine, we have few projects in common. No ill will is present, on my end, but there is no closeness. I do not invite him to coffee with Mother. That is ours." Though technically familial, Rebekah does not look on their relationship as such. Family is not defined by one’s blood, but by one’s relationships. As Rebekah has no real relationship with Webster O’Connor, nor any real inclination to forge one, he remains an acquaintance. | [color=cadetblue]Rebekah. Cross[/color] {Symbol} | "I am what I am." Her relationship with herself is positive.[/hider] [hider=Aphrodite Children] | [color=0c85a3]Skye . Woodsen[/color] {[color=000000]☠[/color]} | "No." See entry; Avery Stratton. To a [i]much[/i] greater degree. | [color=???]F I R S T N A M E . L A S T N A M E[/color] {Symbol} | "Character thoughts on relations." In depth description of relation here. At least three sentences.[/hider] [hider=Apollo Children] | [color=6ecff6]Dallas . Relo[/color] {[color=008800]★[/color] } | "Hypersexual. Closeted weeb. ‘Tsundere’, as Ms. Dana would say. An hour is set aside before every major deadline for the inevitable IM or knock upon my door requesting aid with a project that has yet to be started. Note to self, consider merely doing two projects from the start. More time efficient. Nevertheless, proven to be a reliable ally." An oddly symbiotic relationship. Dallas Relo is a friend, at first, by association; as Highwind’s best friend, it was impossible for her not to cultivate an at least civil relationship with the son of Apollo. Over time that relationship has become friendlier. | [color=wheat]Mariana . Dixon[/color] {[color=c23023]⚜[/color]} | "Relo’s sister. Pleasant enough. Truthfully, I have had little to do with her. Ambivalence." Not someone Rebekah has had much to do with. Though they are the same age, Rebekah is a grade ahead; their paths do not cross often as a result. She is more familiar with Mariana’s brother.[/hider] [hider=Artemis Children] | [color=palegreen]Tessa . Galloway[/color] {[color=c23023]⚜[/color]} | "Decent enough individual. I still have yet to determine how the virgin Goddesses maintain their title and have children. It makes no sense." Another individual Rebekah has had little contact with, though none of it negative. | [color=???]F I R S T N A M E . L A S T N A M E[/color] {Symbol} | "Character thoughts on relations." In depth description of relation here. At least three sentences.[/hider] [hider=Demeter Children] | [color=pink]Delilah . Wells[/color] {[color=c23023]☯[/color]} | "I have nothing negative to say. She seems very well-adjusted, especially when compared to the majority of the population." Not someone Rebekah is very well acquainted with, but not someone she would dislike having to spend time with. | [color=???]F I R S T N A M E . L A S T N A M E[/color] {Symbol} | "Character thoughts on relations." In depth description of relation here. At least three sentences.[/hider] [hider=Dionysus Children] | [color=FF003F]Kazuma . Adachihara[/color] {[color=008800]☯[/color] } | "Loud. Passionate. Not fluent in English. Ms. Dana has been assisting me in my learning of Japanese, both to converse with her but also to be able to converse with Mr. Adachihara in a tongue with which he is fluent. Not at all standard for a child of Dionysus. More suited in temperament to the archetypical child of Ares. Arrived this year. Opinions will be updated to reflect changes." Though only a recent arrival, Adachihara Kazuma has proven a surprisingly beneficial acquaintance. His grasp of combat makes him a welcome change in sparring partner, while his demeanor is useful in frightening off weaker-willed students. | [color=b83d55]Dustyn . Flint[/color] {[color=ded16a]☯[/color} | "One who parties. Avoid if possible.." Different worlds. In Rebekah’s opinion, it would be for the best if they did not mix.[/hider] [hider=Hectate Children] | [color=coral]Felicity . Underwood[/color] { [color=ded16a]☯[/color]} | "Felicity seems… Troubled. Not someone I have met to any real personal degree, I would not know how to approach nor do I think my presence would be welcome, but her inner strife is visible even at a distance. If you know how to look. No one speaks so little and smiles so constantly, not unless something is wrong." Felicity, like Rhea, is a puzzle that Rebekah has not solved. | [color=662d91]Alexander . Reisender[/color] {[color=ded16a]☯[/color]} | "I have few opinions. Our paths do not cross, and as a result, I have nothing to say. Positive or negative." Virtually nonexistent.[/hider] [hider=Hephaestus Children] | [color=1DA237]Zaheen . Ibrahim[/color] {[color=008800]★[/color] l} | "An able collaborator in many projects. Ability to understand mechanical objects equals my own, and his ability to infer the path towards a completed product exceeds my own. My fellow advanced student, Zaheena and I have collaborated on projects both curricular and extracurricular in the past. I suspect it is an unspoken rule amongst the teaching staff that we are not to be paired for group projects. This is unfortunate. The Cross/Ibrahim hybrid engine was a promising prospect." In depth description of relation here. At least three sentences. | [color=???]F I R S T N A M E . L A S T N A M E[/color] {Symbol} | "Character thoughts on relations." In depth description of relation here. At least three sentences.