[hider=Lord Leo Smithwood] [center][img]https://txt.1001fonts.net/img/txt/dHRmLjI0MC4xMGE3MDcuVEdWdklGTnRhWFJvZDI5dlpBLjA/billy-argel-font.regular.webp[/img] [img]https://i.imgur.com/vHTQpN6.jpg[/img] [url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kytV8IZmAVA]Try-Eddie Vedder[/url] [color=01A721][h3]Leo Feralt Smithwood | 23 | Male[/h3][/color][/center] [hr] [center][color=01A721][h3]Appearance[/h3][/color][/center] [color=01A721]Height:[/color] [color=9AF781]6’[/color] [color=01A721]Weight:[/color] [color=9AF781]190 lbs[/color] [color=01A721]Eye Color:[/color] [color=9AF781]Muted green[/color] [color=01A721]Hair Length/Texture:[/color] [color=9AF781]Short/curly[/color] [color=01A721]Hair Color:[/color] [color=9AF781]Red[/color] [color=01A721]Skin Color:[/color] [color=9AF781]Fair complexion with a light tan[/color] [color=01A721]Facial details:[/color] [color=9AF781]Faint freckles around his nose and cheeks.[/color] [color=01A721]Distinguishing features:[/color] [color=9AF781]Many are quick to note how similar he looks to his father, a fact that Leo takes pride in.[/color] [color=01A721]Clothing Preferences:[/color] [color=9AF781]Leo follows the trends of fashion, appearances matter greatly in noble court, and when dressed up he likes to ensure pops of some bright colors to ensure he noticed. He has a fine pocket watch that had once been his father's that he often carries with him as well.[/color] [hr] [center][color=01A721][h3]Psychology[/h3][/color][/center] [color=01A721]Likes[/color] [indent][color=9AF781]-Nature - Competition - Thrill Seeking - Games of chance and skill - New experiance[/color][/indent] [color=01A721]Dislikes[/color] [indent][color=9AF781]- Boredom - Losing - Poor table manners - Poor conversation - The poor[/color][/indent] [color=01A721]Sexuality:[/color] [color=9AF781]Bisexual[/color] [color=01A721]Hobbies:[/color] [indent][color=9AF781]-Hunting -Socializing -Travel -Games of Chance and Skill -Mountaineering [/color][/indent] [color=01A721]Life Goals/Dreams:[/color] [color=9AF781]Leo would like to see as much of Eromora as possible, especially the exotic kingdom of Alidasht, a land he’s yet to set foot in. He’d also like to leave his mark on history, lead a remarkable life and a lasting legacy. Right now though, he dreams of finding out what happened to his father.[/color] [color=01A721]Fears:[/color] [color=9AF781]Ending up in a marriage similar to his parents, one of constant contention and misery. That responsibility will one day hold him back from enjoying life and lead him into a life of stagnation and monotony.[/color] [color=01A721][u]Personality:[/u][/color] [color=9AF781]On the surface Leo appears fairly shallow, he places a great deal of emphasis on wealth, status, and appearances. How others perceive not only him, but his family, matters greatly. He plays his cards close to the chest, likes collecting secrets and strategically reveals those secrets to make his time in court a bit more interesting. He likes to stir up trouble, likes for life to be entertaining, and loathes boredom. He is mindful of what he says around those higher up than he, knowing the importance of having powerful allies. Around others, he is very much extroverted, while also appreciating time alone to recharge. When it comes to commoners, servants, and those he views as beneath him, Leo is generally not one to give them the time of day. Beneath the surface, Leo cares deeply for those close to him. Though his temper is generally mild, hearing a bad word spoken about his family or a close friend is a sure way to set him off. He lacks patience, tends to be impulsive, and has an adventurous spirit. Leo holds himself with confidence, many would also say arrogance, and he rarely lets fear or nerves hold him back from anything he wants. Ambition drives him, he strives to prove his worth, seeking out friendships, and one day even a marriage, which will better his house and social standing. He is competitive, just as headstrong as his parents, and highly opinionated. A thrill-seeker with a neverending thirst for new experience and adventure.[/color] [center][color=01A721][h3]Background[/h3][/color][/center] [hr] [color=01A721]Current occupation:[/color] [color=9AF781]Heir of Stravy[/color] [color=01A721]Any past occupations?:[/color] [color=9AF781]None[/color] [color=01A721]Relatives:[/color] [color=9AF781]Father-Duke Feralt Smithwood Mother-Dutchess Alice Smithwood Sister-Lady Thea Smithwood[/color] [color=01A721]Skills:[/color] [color=9AF781]Hunting, tracking, good with animals, endurance, charisma[/color] [color=01A721][u]History Summary:[/u][/color] [color=9AF781]Leo grew up wealthy and privileged in a house of constant turmoil. The only thing his parents could seem to agree on was their mutual disdain for one another. This was a constant source of stress for young Leo and he often took comfort in spending his time exploring the outdoors or with his many pets. He was always that child that just couldn’t keep still, he needed something to do, some new place to explore. He grayed the hair of just about every tutor and teacher he had and lessons in anything that didn’t interest him were often pushed to the side for something that did. He loved being outside, climbing trees, exploring his surroundings. Leo was drawn to activities like fencing, archery, and hunting, easily bored by lessons in mathematics or literature. History only interested him when they learned of warfare and battle, or to hear of far-off lands so very different from his home. It was his father who noticed his love of the outdoors and who, when he had the time, took his son hunting. Leo always got along better with his father, idolized him, and tended to take his side during his parent's frequent arguments. His father was often busy, doing what a young Leo could only assume was important Duke work, serving king and country, work that simply had to be great and important. He never had a strong connection with his mother, maybe there were just too many headstrong types in one house, but inside his home was always a place of conflict and the outdoors were happy and peaceful. When he was older all he wanted to do was get away, travel as much as he could, climb mountains and explore cities far from home, see the sunrise in as many new places he could find. A new horizon always offered more excitement, more possibilities. He always knew a time would come where he’d be saddled with too many responsibilities, just as he saw his father was, and he wanted to enjoy life for as long as possible. Finding out his father had gone missing was a devastating blow, and then to have his mother almost immediately go and shack up with some former servant only salted the wound. He had a void in his life, an endless string of unanswered questions, and he was alone in his grief and confusion. [hider=Additional History-Leo gets a sister] When little Leo first found out he was getting a sibling he always assumed he was going to have a brother, and truth be told when he learned his parents had gone and had a girl he was a bit disappointed. At first. But the first time he held his baby sister and his father told him that he now had a very important job, of being a big brother, of looking out for his sister, he was thrilled. He’d never had any responsibilities before, and now he was trusted to help lookout for a whole person. Eventually, after what felt like forever, the tiny baby turned into a person and he finally had a sibling to play with, to go on adventures with, and life in the Smithwood household was a lot less lonely. Leo never minded his sister tagging along with him, and when his parent’s constant arguments became too much he was always happy to find distractions for them both; things like hunting, horseback riding, climbing trees, or contests to see who could find the best rock. Despite his mother’s instance that many of their adventures weren’t suitable for a young lady, Leo never listened. He was always of the opinion that acting stiff and proper was all well and good for when they were at court or in the public eye, but the enjoyment of the natural world and the beauty it held was meant for anyone brave enough to seek it out. After their father’s disappearance, Thea certainly seemed to change, but she remains one of the few people Leo doesn’t judge. Everyone grieves differently, youth is the time to figure out who you are, a little partying never hurt anyone; no matter the alleged antics of his dear sister, Leo always finds a way to excuse the behavior. At the end of the day, the first job his father ever trusted him with, to look out for his sister, remains his most important one. [/hider] [/color][/hider] [hider=Q & A] [center][u]History[/u][/center] [b]Did you grow up nurtured or neglected? [/b] [color=9AF781]“It was a mixed bag, but I never wanted for anything really. My parents always fought, and, I realize my father was not an easy man to get along with, maybe not even a good man, but he was a good father. My mother, she's a bit of a perfectionist and I am far from perfect, but I wouldn't call her nurturing or neglectful.”[/color] [b]When you were upset, where was your sanctuary? [/b] [color=9AF781]“The forest, nothing more peaceful than to be alone with the world and all its wonders.”[/color] [b]What were you like in your teenage years? [/b] [color=9AF781]“Rowdy. Let’s just say I got into my fair share of trouble.”[/color] [b]How close are you to your parents? [/b] [color=9AF781]“Decent relationship with my father, we went hunting, he gave me advice when I needed it, but I wouldn’t call us close. I only speak with my mother when necessary, but when I must I do my best to keep a civil tongue. She is still my mother after all.”[/color] [b]Do you have any trauma that haunts you? [/b] [color=9AF781]“The loss of my father, after so much time I can only assume the worst, but it’s the not knowing, the unanswered questions, that haunts me. What happened? Did he suffer? Is he alive? And just between us, did my [i]own mother[/i] have a hand in it? She certainly didn’t grieve much, in fact, I don’t think I’ve ever seen her happier. Wasted little time in shacking up with some servant girl. Can’t help but wonder.”[/color] [b]What advice would you give your younger self? [/b] [color=9AF781]“Doesn’t matter, I wouldn’t listen.”[/color] [b]Were you an obedient child or defiant? [/b] [color=9AF781]“Defiant, no quicker way to get me to do something than to tell me I can’t.”[/color] [b]What is your biggest regret? [/b] [color=9AF781]“Mostly I don’t believe in regrets, but sometimes I wish I had a better, closer, relationship with parents. Both them. Maybe it would answer a few questions.”[/color] [center][u]Romance[/u][/center] [b]Have you ever been in love?[/b] [color=9AF781]“No, certainly not in the way poets describe it.”[/color] [b]What is most important in a partner to you? Describe your dream partner.[/b] [color=9AF781]“Someone I share common ground with, a friend. I think that matters more than love, or desire, a home should be a sanctuary, a place of peace. Can’t have that with someone you can’t stand.”[/color] [b]How do you display affection? What is your love language? [/b] [color=9AF781]“Physically, or with gifts I guess. I’m no poet.”[/color] [b]Have you had your first kiss? What was it like? [/b] [color=9AF781]“My very first kiss was at a ball my parents threw, a quick peck, and I believe the girl was a distant cousin. Nothing special. Now my first real kiss came later, and I guess the best word is awkward. Just a pair of kids who didn’t know what to do with our hands, or tongues, until our mothers found us and gave us both a scolding.”[/color] [b]Do you believe in love at first sight? Why or why not? [/b] [color=9AF781]“Certainly not, that’s lust, infatuation, and a bit more exciting than love if you ask me.”[/color] [b]What does marriage mean to you? [/b] [color=9AF781]“It’s practical, to have two houses unite for power, wealth, status, and to bring about the next generation of nobles. Important, for society, a fine way for two families to better each other. Noble’s don’t marry for love, we have affairs for that.”[/color] [b]Are you currently crushing on anyone? [/b] [color=9AF781]TBD[/color] [b]Do you ever consider having children in the future? [/b] [color=9AF781]“Of course, how else would I continue my legacy, my name, my father’s name?”[/color] [center][u]Personality[/u][/center] [b]Describe your ideal Sunday morning: [/b] [color=9AF781]“Up before dawn, watching the sunrise somewhere new, maybe on a mountain top, or in the forest just before setting off for a boar hunt. Something like that.”[/color] [b]What kind of person do you aspire to be? [/b] [color=9AF781]“Great. A man that history remembers, who leaves a legacy behind.”[/color] [b]What bad habits do you have? [/b] [color=9AF781]“Several, where to start, my mouth gets me in trouble, my eyes get me in trouble, and despite that, I still go looking for more trouble. Got this habit of stirring people up, watching the drama, guess it makes me feel a bit at home. Chalk that one up to my childhood.”[/color] [b]If you could go back in time and change anything in your past, what would it be? [/b] [color=9AF781]“I’d be sure to be around the day my father disappeared.”[/color] [b]What is your greatest fear? [/b] [color=9AF781]“A dull life of mediocrity for one, but worst of all to end up being the sort that marries a version of their mother. No thank you.”[/color] [b]What are your pet peeves? [/b] [color=9AF781]“Anyone who chews food the way cattle do cud. And those without ambition, boring folk, and having to talk them.”[/color] [b]When you are in a sour mood, do you like to be alone or with others? [/b] [color=9AF781]“Alone.”[/color] [b]Are you more likely to fight with your fists or your tongue? [/b] [color=9AF781]“The latter is more civil, but a good fistfight is so much more fun. Guess it’s a draw.”[/color] [/hider]