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[h3][b]Drake Edwards | 23 | Male[/b][/h3][/center]

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[h2][u][b][color=seagreen]Appearance[/color][/b][/u][/h2]

[b]Height:[/b] 5’11”
[b]Weight:[/b] 200 lbs
[b]Eye Color:[/b] Hazel
[b]Hair Length/Texture:[/b] Long wavy hair
[b]Hair Color:[/b] Dark Brown
[b]Skin Color:[/b] White
[b]Facial details:[/b] Smooth and well-rounded
[b]Distinguishing features:[/b] Cleft chin, prominent jawline, thick eyebrows
[b]Clothing Preferences:[/b] Fancy jackets and coats over relaxing fitting shirts, hempen pants with his favorite black leather shoes.

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[center][h2][u][b][color=seagreen]Psychology[/color][/b][/u][/h2][/center]


[b][color=seagreen]Likes:[/color][/b]
Books - “I particularly love a good mystery.”
Plays - “Show me anything, just don’t make it boring!”
Music - “A good wood-based sound is quite literally music to my ears.”
Cleaning -”Believe it or not, it's easier to keep things at [i]my[/i] standards if I do it myself.”
[b][color=seagreen]Dislikes:[/color][/b]
Being patronized - “I know what I’m doing, I promise.”
Being lied to - “It’s not that I’m mad, just betrayed you couldn’t trust me.”
Strong smells - “I just tend to get headaches a little easily if I’m too overwhelmed. Forgive me.”
Paperwork - “It tends to drag on far longer than it should and takes up my entire afternoon on occasion.”

[b][color=seagreen]Sexuality:[/color][/b]
Heterosexual - "Sorry to all the other gentlemen in the yard, but I'm afraid that is simply not my purview."

[b][color=seagreen]Hobbies:[/color][/b]
Enjoys nice meals at outdoor cafes - “There’s a certain air of peace about them that really sets my mind at ease.”
Reading books in the privacy of his room or study - “I do find myself enjoying those moments where I can truly be alone with my thoughts for a time.”
Horseback Riding - “My body is a temple and I intend to keep it active, mobile, and well kept for as long as I can.”
Practices calligraphy often - “My penmanship must be paramount if I’m going to be an author and a politician.”

[b][color=seagreen]Life Goals/Dreams:[/color][/b]
“Truthfully, I do have many errant goals in life. To be an author for one, I’ve read enough to where I’ve started to take an interest in writing myself. Perhaps a coming of age detective has to solve the mystery of his parents murder? Ah but I’m getting away from myself.”

“My father wants the best for this country, as do I, so I intend to try and live a busy political life to make things admirable for our countrymen. My mother also wants the best for our family, so obviously that means marriage is on the table. I do hope it’s at least with someone who likes me rather than just being another accessory to manage on the side.” 

“Overall, I’d say I’d like to do well for the country and family both I suppose. A loving wife, a few rugrats running about our halls, and most likely piles upon piles of legislation, ordinances, agreements, treaties, and all sorts of ‘fun’ things for me to sort through. But even as a politician I would still take care of family first. Time for family outings, dinners, and simply time spent together is a must for any future I hold.”

[b][color=seagreen]Personality Summary:[/color][/b]
“I suppose it would be folly of me to talk about myself in the third person as if I am some end all be all gentleman, so I will let the respectable narrator take over.”

Well that was certainly interesting. Thank you, Drake. As you may see, Drake is a typical gentleman, wanting to please others and keep an appropriate image. He is cool, calm, collected, and tries to stay about emotional outbursts but he is far from perfect. Rumor has it that just the other week he - “Okay maybe don’t share everything, Sir Narrator.” - Okay fine.

He prefers discussion over arguments, and peace over violence. He is also ever eager to learn new things, no limitations! While his favorite topics are typically history and science, he does enjoy all sorts of trivia-based knowledge and has even found himself reading tabloids from time to time to keep up on social happenings. How scandalous! “I’m beginning to trust you less and less…”

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[h2][u][b][color=seagreen]Background[/color][/b][/u][/h2]


[b][color=seagreen]Current occupation:[/color][/b]
“Currently, I would say my occupation is ‘Duke in training’. My father still very much holds the title but I am practically responsible for over a third of his work nowadays. Everyday the amount seems to grow…”
[b]Any past occupations?:[/b]
“When I was little I was leader of the Sorian Childhood Equestrian Club for a week…I still think it was essentially chore duty with extra ribbons and fanfare but it was something.”

[b][color=seagreen]Relatives:[/color][/b]
“My mother and father, Duke and Duchess Gideon Edwards and Victoria Edwards, respectively. As well as my lovely siblings. I have a brother in Kieran and two sisters in Ariella and Priscilla."

[b][color=seagreen]Skills:[/color][/b]
Skilled Handwriting - “I must make sure my letters look good if I am to be taken seriously.”
Horse Riding - “Been riding since I was a young boy. It’s a rather engaging activity, and I’d love to show some of you more about it.”
Boxing - “Only recreationally, I practice with a trainer here and there but it’s not my favorite skill to hone.”
Multilingual - “In my time in the study I’ve taken up a few languages. Nothing quite of the mastery level but I definitely dabble.”

[b][color=seagreen]History Summary:[/color][/b]
"In short, I am your standard gentleman with a focus on politics and literature. I am a learned individual who certainly isn't perfect, but does his best to perform admirably amongst the higher ups. Despite all that business talk, I do yearn for a passionate romance and a fulfilling life alongside someone else. So do please consider me this season when you're perusing your next set of suitors, ladies."

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[h2][u][b][color=seagreen]Questionnaire[/color][/b][/u][/h2]

[b]Did you grow up nurtured or neglected?:[/b]
“Nurtured in some ways, neglected in others. A father’s job is truly a tough one so I understand…would’ve been nice if he attended at least one of my races growing up.”

[b]When you were upset, where was your sanctuary?:[/b]
“My room. It is a man’s last line of defense against the unyielding world and the stimuli it so uncaringly provides.”

[b]What were you like in your teenage years?:[/b]
“More or less the same as I am now. I know it’s a rather trivial answer. Perhaps I was more foolhardy than I care to admit but who wasn’t a little naive in their younger years?”

[b]How close are you to your parents?:[/b]
“Moderately. I do try to see them regularly and father has to make sure I stay up to date on his political schemes and ideas. Hard to avoid family when they’re hopes and dreams ride on your back.”

[b]Do you have any trauma that haunts you?:[/b]
“Nothing large and impactful. The closest thing I could surmise to be traumatic would be the countless times I’ve been yelled at for not living up to standard, but you get used to it.”

[b]What advice would you give your younger self?:[/b]
“Do not let them dissuade you. You are doing well, but keep up your studies.”

[b]Were you an obedient child or defiant?:[/b]
“Obedient. Lord knows I did everything I could to not get a thrashing or a chastising.”

[b]What is your biggest regret?:[/b]
“Not living enough for myself growing up and not spending nearly as much time with Ari as I should’ve. I hope to change that here soon.”

[b]Have you ever been in love? :[/b]
“Here and there, yes, but sadly I’ve been far too busy to capitalize on it.”

[b]What is most important in a partner to you? Describe your dream partner.:[/b]
“Honesty, forgiveness, patience, and above all, communication. I am only truly able to see my errors if we talk about them, and I believe the same for whoever I may be with in the future.”

[b]How do you display affection? What is your love language?:[/b]
“Solitary time together through meals, hobbies, or simply spending the day away as we talk. Physical presence is what my heart yearns for most.”

[b]Have you had your first kiss? What was it like?:[/b]
“No. I am rather embarrassed to admit my novice level skills at romance but you see, I’ve been quite busy.”

[b]Do you believe in love at first sight? Why or why not?:[/b]
“How can novelists write such detailed experiences if not for their own personal account? And how would we even know about such a concept if someone hadn’t already experienced it themself? I think that answers your question.”

[b]What does marriage mean to you?:[/b]
“Commitment and a promise to someone that you both may create a future together and that your love truly is the deepest one that can be felt. At least that’s what I’d like to believe, but I know modern day society says otherwise.”

[b]Are you currently crushing on anyone?:[/b]
“Yes. But I won’t embarrass her by being public about it. Don’t be nosey now!”

[b]Do you ever consider having children in the future?:[/b]
“I would hope so, but this is a matter between me and my wife I would imagine.”

[b]Describe your ideal Sunday morning:[/b]
“Hopefully the week’s work is finished and I can start the day off with some light food. Perhaps biscuits or some pancakes. Some time spent with a loved one to soon follow and then the rest of the day to do whatever I so please.”

[b]What kind of person do you aspire to be?:[/b]
“Someone dependable, who is successful as a father, husband, man, and politician. I want to leave behind a legacy that is talked about for at least a few generations to come. It’s a rather loft goal, I’ll admit. But I intend to be among the best at what I do because that’s what I was raised to do.”

[b]What bad habits do you have?:[/b]
“I can’t really turn away a delectable treat or sweet. Not to mention if I really get focused on my work it can be quite hard to get me away from it. I would have what most call a ‘one-track mind’. I simply like to refer to it as a razor sharp focus. What else…I would say that some see my lack of violence or agitation means I am a push-over but I digress.”

[b]If you could go back in time and change anything in your past, what would it be?:[/b]
“I would take responsibility for the one time I blamed Ariella for the broken plate. Bit trivial I know but my cowardice that day will haunt me until the day I die.”

[b]What is your greatest fear?:[/b]
“Becoming a shell of who I am, or perhaps being swept to the wayside and forgotten as time marches on. It is an inevitable fate, that last one, but I’ll do my damndest to fight it.”

[b]What are your pet peeves?:[/b]
“Don’t. Chew. With your mouth. Open. Don’t interrupt me while I talk. Don’t step on my favorite shoes. Mind your manners to the help, and by gods hold your cutlery at least partially well! If I had to get those burned into my cerebral mindset so shall you!”

[b]When you are in a sour mood, do you like to be alone or with others?[/b]
“My more selfish ego would say myself. But the more sensible side of me knows I would need a sweet or caring soul near me to better ease my poor mood.”

[b]Are you more likely to fight with your fists or your tongue?:[/b]
“I would fight with my [i]mouth[/i] if that is the term you wish to use. Sounds a little risque to me, but I suppose that’s the point of it. I prefer the spoken word over physical altercation, but I took boxing classes for a reason, you know.”


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