[quote=@AtomicNut] I did a thing. Shootable NPC, if [@LetMeDoStuff] is tempted. [centre][hider="Cousin Oskar" (NPC)][hr] [img]https://safebooru.org//images/2268/a0d7c1f88dee82d156432d606fe94e37ed967055.png?2362750[/img][hr] [color=Gold][b]Name[/b][/color] [color=Silver]Graf ("Count") Oskar von Bodenn, "Oskar the Owl"[/color] [color=Gold][b]Gender[/b][/color] [color=Silver]Male[/color] [color=Gold][b]Age[/b][/color] [color=Silver]25, 3rd July 1889, Bodenn.[/color] [color=Gold][b]Sexuality[/b][/color] [color=Silver]Heterosexual[/color] [color=Gold][b]Race[/b][/color] [color=Silver]Imperial Nobility of Bodenn[/color] [hr] [color=Gold][b]Appearance[/b][/color] [color=Silver]Von Bodenn's uniform and general demeanour shows his elevated birth. Always keeping his uniform clean and spotless, he struts around with an air of confidence and reassurance, as his icy cold eyes examine even the most minuscule of details. Well kept blonde hair and a clean shaven face crown the tall and lanky figure of the aristocrat, which stands tall even among tall men. He walks with surprisingly soft steps, and it is said that his voice is but a harsh whisper, enough to send chill downs the spine of resolute men. Von Bodenn is also fond of pelts, and on occasions he adorns himself with the skin of his kills. An adept huntsman, he compliments the symbol of authority that is the officer's sword with a well kept hunting rifle crowned with a top-of-the-line scope to enhace his marksmanship.[/color] [color=Gold][b]Height[/b][/color] [color=Silver]6'3"[/color] [color=Gold][b]Personality[/b][/color] [color=Silver]Oskar von Bodenn is a stern man who is embittered by the chains of commanding. A borderline misanthrope, he oozes cynicism in each of his words, and has a low opinion of everyone, including himself. While he finds use in formalities and honour codes, he simply sees them as useful guidelines rather than being hardcore principles every man should strive for. He however, has high standards on his troop, and he does not forgive weakness or incompetence. Many a soldier (specially the Darcsen) have been at the wrong end of his rifle for this reason. Fond of hunting game and marksmanship feats, Oskar is a ruthless hunter, exemplified on his moniker of the Owl, for his love of nocturnal operations and predatory nature, as well as signifying no small amount of tactical acumen. Von Bodenn is also driven by the need to wash out a stain on his honour committed by a member of his family. Her aunt Emilia von Bodenn, who fled the Empire forsaking her birthright alongside a certain engineer called Karl Wagner. He is a strict enforcer of social classes, but not because he thinks himself superior to any of them, more like he knows deep in his heart they would do the same were their roles be reversed, specially the Darcsen filth.[/color] [hr] [color=Gold][b]Rank[/b][/color] [color=Silver]1st Liutenant[/color] [color=Gold][b]Role[/b][/color] [color=Silver]Imperial Officer - Unspecified Platoon and Regiment[/color] [hr] [color=Gold][b]Biography[/b][/color] [color=Silver] Oskar was born in privilege in one of the many Empire's provinces, being the de-facto ruler of the location that bore his name: Bodenn. A woody area with lot of timber and wildlife alongside the settlements, it made Oskar always have a touch with nature and embrace it whenever he felt downcast about the affairs of his birth and condition could have. A perceptive child from a young age, he quickly learnt how to see the fake smiles and courteous manners hiding daggers in what was the Empire's politics. He still had two loving parents and aunt whenever he wanted to feel comfort. Until the scandal happened. He could barely remember it, as he was just a child, but the younger aunt of Graf von Bodenn, eloped with a commoner and brought shame to the entire family. This also drove a wedge between her two parents, as her mother could never stand the wild Emilia and used every single opportunity to take shots at the foolishness of her decision, while his father could never fully reject his own sister, flaws and all. The whispers of politics became more vicious, and all the competitors for posts of honour viciously attacked this black stain to get ahead in what it was possible to do so. Oskar as a result, became embittered in his teen years, and began to resent everyone including himself, but specially the Federation who had allowed Emilia to live in peace after so much trouble she had caused to her family. He also began to go out in the woods more frequently, and to take up firearms to hunt game as an attempt to quell the fire inside him. When his father caved in and allowed his sister to visit, Oskar could barely hide the comtempt for the mongrel child she brought home. It was only due to his father's actions that he stayed his hand somewhat, and the entire situation did not explode. Among rumours of weakness of the von Bodenn line, Oskar entered the militar academy, where he was directly sent to the officer courses due to his blue blood. It was there where he excelled, earning the trust of his peers not only to his capabilities as officer, but the marksmanship he had honed during his teenage years back at home. The world had yet to take another turn, as tensions were rising among neighbours and the Federation. During a routine visit, a terrorist bombing from some Imperial traitors took the life of his father away in a single sweep. His mother did not much last longer, and poisoned herself with hemlock to follow his husband into the grave, for despite their differences, she was still mad in love with him. Losing both parental pillars in a quick sucession left him as the man to carry his honour and take care of his sister, Rachel, which put a noticeable strain on his character. And then, because disgraces call to disgraces, the War happened. Oskar, in his function as vassal of the Emperor had to take arms. He did so without complaining, and using his nature attunement, love of nocturnal operations, and more importantly, being one of the best marskmen of the entire Bodenn county he earned himself a name among his troops. The Owl of Bodenn.[/color] [color=Gold][b]Affiliations[/b][/color] [color=Silver]Friedich von Bodenn - Father - Died in a terrorist car bombing in 1912 Anna von Bodenn- Mother- Committed suicide not long after his husband died in 1912 Rachel von Bodenn- Younger Sister- Alive, managing the Bodenn estate in his absence Emilia Wagner née von Bodenn- Aunt - Alive Mila "Mimi" Wagner - Cousin - Federation Soldier (and thus traitor)[/color] [color=Gold][b]Relationships[/b][/color] [color=Silver]Mila "Mimi" Wagner - Enemy[/color] [color=Gold][b]Character Theme[/b][/color] [color=Silver]N/A[/color] [/hider] [/centre] [/quote] Accepted.