[hider=Niko of Anduin] [center][h2][color=00aeef]Niko,Crown Prince of Anduin[/color][/h2] [img]https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/236x/75/6f/98/756f983d3a6e3c1c2a63600a3a5df469.jpg[/img] [sub][i]"Leaders become great not because of their power, but because of their ability to empower others."[/i]-[b]John Maxwell[/b][/sub][/center] [center][h2][color=00aeef]Nikolai Andrei Johanssen[/color][/h2][/center] [color=00aeef][b]Nickname:[/b][/color] Niko [color=00aeef][b]Birth date and age:[/b][/color] June 26. Currently 20. [color=00aeef][b]Sexuality:[/b][/color] Heterosexual [color=00aeef][b]In Depth Appearance:[/b][/color] [img]http://data.whicdn.com/images/156497356/superthumb.jpg[/img] Niko stands a full height of 6 feet towering over most of his subjects in his kingdom. Endless training and work outs gave him a well toned body. His brilliant blue eyes are always twinkling with some sort of mischief despite having a strict decorum fit for a prince. A big smile is a rare sight, however, he always wear a pleasant look particularly among his subjects. He likes wearing his dark hair short and tidy but when it gets too long, he wears it brushed up. Like his father, he can almost always be seen wearing formal wear with perfectly shined shows. His ties are the only thing that changes color. In the rare moment that he actually dresses down, he can be seen wearing worn out jeans, plain shirt and sneakers. [color=00aeef] [center]• Quiet • Thoughtful • Observant • Responsible •[/center][/color] Niko is the quiet type but observant and thoughtful. He is polite and courteous to anyone he meets but tends to be a bit aloof which, coupled with his strict princely upbringing, makes him look unapproachable. He doesn't mind people viewing him that way as it 'weeds out' superficial people. He usually leans toward people who have genuine interest to get to know him and in return, he shows attentiveness and genuine interest. He is easy to talk to and loves relaxed conversations (except when conversations are filled with gossips and useless topics). [color=00aeef][b]Likes:[/b][/color] [list][*] Privacy [*] Long conversations with close friends [*] Books, particularly those that deal with mythology [*] Fencing [*] Martial arts particularly Muay Thai [*] Horseback riding [*] Pets [*] Afternoon Tea[/list] [color=00aeef][b]Dislikes:[/b][/color] [list][*] Loud, obnoxious people [*] Idle, meaningless talk [*] Jewel appraisal [*] Jewel refinement [*] People who assume to know him[/list] [color=00aeef][b]Fears:[/b][/color] [list][*] Not being able to fulfill his duty as crown prince [*] Not being able to live up to the standards of being king [*] Failure, in general[/list] [color=00aeef][b]Biography:[/b][/color] Niko is the only son of King Alessandro and Queen Bianca Johanssen of Anduin, the city of Jewels. Raised to be king, he was trained personally by both parents. Bianca taught his son proper etiquette, courtesy, politeness, patience and how to listen well to what their subjects and what the kingdom needs. The Queen taught the prince how to use his ears and his heart. While Alessandro taught him how to be fair, straightforward, honest and just. Both parents were loving and kind and gave their only son everything he could ever want. And above all else, both parents ingrained into their son the importance of responsibility and duty. Alessandro also taught Niko the art of Jewel Appraisal and Refinement as is passed down the Johanssen line. It is also the trade of their kingdom. Once a kingdom full of blacksmiths was now full with jewelers and traders. Of course, there was no better jeweler than the king himself and it was imperative that he passed on to his only heir this family trade. However, unlike his father, Niko particularly disliked jewel appraisal and refinement. At a young age, he had openly rejected it but reluctantly learned it with the persistent insistence of Alessandro. Eventually, driven by a sense of responsibility as the crown prince and sole heir as well as his fear of failure, he immersed himself into the art until his abilities paralleled his father's. On Niko's 15th birthday, he met a girl in the castle courtyard while he was on his way out to visit the city festival. Golden hair and light blue eyes, she looked like an angel. She said her name was Adaline and she travelled far to see the jewels and gems for trade in Anduin. He had wasted no time introducing himself, leaving out the fact that he was the prince. He looked like an ordinary person, after all, wearing casual clothes. Adaline seemed delighted to have met someone who was willing to show a stranger around. The prince complied and toured her around the city, telling her a bit about the kingdom's history and exhibiting a little of his jewel mastery when she had shown particular interest in a piece of emerald necklace. The festival had been originally meant to celebrate the prince's birthday but as time passed by, it became an opportunity to trade or sell jewelries as the doors of the city welcomed all from all over the world. Of course, it was not a rare event to encounter thieves in such an event and so half of the castle guards roamed the city dressed casually to blend in. A handful watched the prince as the rest patrolled the city. Adaline had stayed the whole week for the festivities and spent everyday with the Prince until Niko, you as he was, thought he had fallen in love. Eventually, he admitted to her his status in the royal family. He was showing her around the castle when a riot broke in the city. Because there had been guards dressed as civilians, the perpetrators were immediately apprehended and brought to the king. A middle aged man, a woman and a young boy had been caught stealing from the traders and jewelers, proof of their sin evident in the jewels found in bags they carried. Bearing resemblance to the family of three, King Alessandro had looked suspiciously at his son's new friend. Despite Niko's protests, Adeline's bag was searched. Niko's face was a mask of surprise as the castle guards pulled out the emerald necklace she had shown interest in the day they met and Queen Bianca's diadem from the bag. From that day forth, trade with the outside had been restricted. Festivals were limited to a maximum of two days and people who were leaving always had their proof of purchase or trade inspected. Niko had become wary of strangers and had become a bit aloof in the presence of them. [color=00aeef][b]Theme Song:[/b][/color] [b][i]Hall of Fame[/i][/b] [B]by: The Script[/b] [sub][i]...yeah, do it for you people Do it for your pride How you ever gonna know if you never even try Do it for your country Do it for your name Cuz there gonna be a day when you're Standing in the hall of fame And the world is gonna know your name Cuz you burn with the brightest flame And the world's gonna know your name And you'll be on the walls of the hall of fame[/i][/sub] [color=00aeef][b]Other:[/b][/color] Color Code: 00aeef Face Claim: Kostas Martakis [/hider] [hider=Anduin, the city of Jewels] [center][color=00aeef][H2]Anduin, the city of Jewels[/h2][/color][/center] [center][img]http://img13.deviantart.net/ad2e/i/2006/241/2/8/castle_city_by_jjasso.jpg[/img][/center] [color=00aeef][B]Kingdom Colors:[/b][/color] Blue and gold [color=00aeef][b]King and Queen:[/b][/color] [b][i]King Alessandro Theo Johanssen[/i][/b] [img]http://vampirediariesonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/ian-somerhalder-the-descent.png[/img] [b][i]Queen Bianca Nissa Costovina-Johanssen[/i][/b] [Img]http://wallpapersonthe.net/wallpapers/s/b-miranda_kerr_celebrity_face_brunette_blue_eyes_women_model-29089.jpg[/img] [color=00aeef][b]What the Kingdom is Known For:[/b][/color] Anduin is known for their jewels as it is situated at the foot of a dormant volcano. The volcano's fire is used to temper and refine their jewels while its depths provide the kingdom a huge supply of gems. [color=00aeef][b]Kingdom History:[/b][/color] In the earlier years, Anduin was the home to the best blacksmiths in the world, the volcano's fire used to craft legendary weapons. Many aspiring weapon makers made the long journey to Anduin to learn from the masters. And due to its fame, many nations fought to control the kingdom, for whoever had Anduin would have access to weapons and weapons were needed for war. Several nations pledged allegiance to the royal family, offering protection in exchange for exclusive supplies of weaponry. However, the Johanssen royal line maintained its neutrality in the war and instead pledged allegiance to the Holy Kingdom of Vale. The allegiance was not for the purpose of war but for the purpose of peace and protection. As the war died down, the need for weapons and blacksmiths receded. Anduin eventually evolved. Descendants of old blacksmith families became jewelers and traders. Now, it is a rich, bustling city known for handcrafted jewels of the finest quality. [/hider] [hider=Niko's relations] [center][h1][color=00aeef]Niko Johanssen[/color][/h1] [img]http://data.whicdn.com/images/199334880/superthumb.jpg[/img] [color=6ecff6]{[/color][i]"Almost everyone will make a good first impression, but only a few will make a good, lasting impression."[/i][color=6ecff6]}[/color] [color=f6989d]♕[/color] Betrothed [color=f6989d]♔[/color] [color=00a651]⚜[/color] Respects ~*~ ☯ Neutral ~*~ [color=fff200]☮[/color] Friends [color=92278f]♫[/color] Best Friends ~*~ [color=c4df9b]§[/color] Tense ~*~ [color=ed1c24]♥[/color] Crush [color=f9ad81]⚤[/color] Significant Other ~*~ [color=7ea7d8]☠[/color] Enemies [/center][center] [hr][hr] ☯ [color=ed1c24][b]Raven Aster Willow[/b][/color] ☯ [i]"She looks independent and headstrong by the way she carries herself. Her eyes... They are beautiful and dephtless. It makes me wonder what she is thinking about."[/i] [hr] ☯ [color=7ea7db][b]Shawn Adam Hunter[/b][/color] ☯ [i]"Sharing the throne with his brother is very unconventional. He seems carefree and I wonder about his thoughts on how to rule a kingdom with his brother beside him."[/i] [hr] ☯ [color=f6989d]♕[/color] [color=a187be][b]Elizaveta Petrovna Romanova[/b][/color] [color=f6989d]♔[/color] ☯ [i]"I expect she'd fear being judged because of her father's madness. But she carries herself with grace and elegance and I have no doubt she is more than capable to prove people wrong. I look forward to meeting the sole heir of Noslainia."[/i] When asked to comment about his bethrotal to Elizaveta, Niko smiled. [i]"It will be interesting. I hope we'll get along with each other."[/i] [hr] ☯ [color=007236][b]Feora Isabel Swinth[/b][/color] ☯ [i]"At first glance, she appears to conform to what is expected of her but her eyes shine with a secret. I don't wanna pry but it does make me curious."[/i] [hr] ☯ [color=0054a6][b]Zhou Mei Xianshi[/b][/color] ☯ [i]"He has a very interesting story. I can't say I've met many pirate princes in my life. I am interested to see how well we'll get along with each other."[/i] [hr] [color=ed1c24]♥[/color] [color=2F4F4F][b]Caterina Frenandaz Versini[/b][/color] ☯ [i]"The Svearike crown princess. I met her in a Summit Meeting of the 5 kingdoms. She was charming, beautiful and elegant and I would have wanted to get to know her a little bit better. But she looked at me strangely, as if everything I said offended her somehow."[/i] [hr] [color=ed1c24]♥[/color] [color=FF0000][b]Mai Hua Mei[/b][/color] ☯ [i]"Delicate and lovely. Her face captivates me. But I wonder if she can kick my ass like I often see in movies." -chuckles-[/i] [hr] [color=00a651]⚜[/color] [color=0054a6][b]John Thomas Drake[/b][/color] [color=00a651]⚜[/color] [i]"A man willing to do anything for his kingdom. I find that honorable."[/i] [hr] [color=00a651]⚜[/color] [color=sandybrown][b]Casimir Antik D'strad[/b][/color] [color=00a651]⚜[/color] [i]"A devotion to aid the less fortunate is a noble undertaking. I admire his endeavor. Taking a leaf out of his book would most probably help me become the ruler I aspire to be. I look forward to meeting him."[/i] [hr] ☯ [color=00a651][b]Zachary Taylor Hunter[/b][/color] ☯ [i]"The older of the Hunter twins. By birthright, the man poised to ascend to the throne. I'd like to know his thoughts on sharing the throne with his brother."[/i] [hr] [color=00a651]⚜[/color] [color=00aeef][b]Nikolai Andrei Johanssen[/b][/color] ☯ [i]"I am the sole heir to Anduin's throne and I hope with all my heart that I can fulfill my parents' and my people's expectations. I hope to be fair and just but at the same time compassionate and kind. I am trying to learn all that I could but I know that whatever I do, there will always be something more to learn."[/i] [hr] ☯ [color=b069d4][b]Liviana Decima Traianus[/b][/color] ☯ [i]"I've heard that she has a chronic illness that stunted her growth and makes her appear like a child. If I stand next to her, I'm afraid the height difference would make her look more like a child. I hope she won't mind because I look forward to meeting her."[/i] [hr] ☯ [color=0072bc][b]Leonard Jaegar Fords[/b][/color] ☯ [i]"The Prince of a kingdom that came to be through a military coup. He is knowledgeable in warfare but does that necessarily make him a warmonger? Maybe there's more to him than meets the eye. I'd like to give my final verdict after I actually meet him."[/i] [hr] ☯ [color=ed1c24][b]Edwin Harold Drakewine[/b][/color] ☯ [i]"Losing a loved one is never easy especially when the cause of death in unnatural and untimely. I can understand why he would be wary around others."[/i] [hr] ☯ [color=799c82][b]Yu Liang Song[/b][/color] ☯ [i]"If I had met him before I knew who he was, I'd think he was a woman with that unusually pretty face. It'll be interesting to finally meet him face to face."[/i] [hr] [color=00a651]⚜[/color] [color=FF4193][b]Isobel Beatrice Martinez[/b][/color] [color=00a651]⚜[/color] [i]"At first glance... well, her pink hair is so... pink." -chuckles- "I know, I know, it's a bit difficult for me to get past that since it stands up so much in my eyes. But I admire her generous and caring nature. The people in her kingdom must adore her. I'd love to invite her to tea and talk about the charities she's been doing for the people."[/i] [hr] ☯ [color=aqua][b]Henry Allen Peterson III[/b][/color] ☯ [i]"He isn't afraid to be himself. A whole lot of difference from me. Hmm..."[/i] [hr] ☯ [color=fff200][b]Niklas Kasimier König[/b][/color] ☯ [i]"A soldier prince from the world's military superpower. I am hesitant to believe that we would get along. I believe he'd see me as unimportant since I come from a small kingdom."[/i] [hr] ☯ [color=fff79a][b]Serafina "Ariel" Gray[/b][/color] ☯ [i]"She looks like a cheerful girl but somehow, I feel like there's more to her than her smiles and her awkwardness. Maybe I'll find out more about her during the coming event."[/i] [hr] ☯ [color=39b54a][b]Cara Emily O'Brien[/b][/color] ☯ [i]"A quick rise to power and a decision to leave her family behind must be big difficult changes for her. I'd like to know her thoughts on this."[/i] [hr] ☯ [color=thistle][b]Sade Abiona Magoro[/b][/color] ☯ [i]"The death of a sibling must be a very devastating experience. I can only imagine. She seems well adjusted though."[/i] [hr] ☯ [color=C71585][b]Talya Vera Krasnoff[/b][/color] ☯ [i]"Wow, her hair color just keep changing colors... and those tattoos. I can't say I approve but then, who am I to her to approve or disapprove? To each his own...or rather, her own.[/i] [/center] [/hider] [hider=Mood Board] [IMG]http://i285.photobucket.com/albums/ll64/CK_Slade/Niko%20board.jpg[/IMG] [/hider]