Lord Wyron

Once Upon a Time...

The Cat lounged himself on the branch of a tall tree, stretched across his full length lying on his belly. He kept the vial that contained his freedom in one of the larger holes of the trees, where it lay safely nestled. The Cat wished to be fully rested as he would have to get used to being human again.

As the morning sunlight beamed against his face, he opened one eye slowly, narrowing it as he was instantly met with the bright light. He stood on all four legs and stretched lazily, yawning as he did so.

"Today's the day." He said eagerly to himself, his grin widening as he procured the small vial from the hole, staring deeply into it as though it were a long-awaited friend. "Hmm, it appears my patience has rewarded me. Let us hope that impish imbecile does not fool me again." He said warily, eyes narrowing as he remembered what happened the *last* time Rumpelstiltskin had 'helped' him.

Putting a single paw to the key around his neck, the Cat muttered something in a voice just barely above a whisper before popping the top off of the vial with his mouth. Cupping the mouth of the bottle with his jaws, he tilted his head back; letting gravity take the potion down his throat. The liquid tasted vile an bitter, and seemed to have a strange burn as it went down his gullet.

The Cat coughed and hacked, the empty vial toppling from the treetop and shattering on the ground below.

After what seemed like hours, the Cat looked around questioningly. He hadn't felt a change...He teleported down to the ground towards a nearby creek where he looked into, hoping to see a different person looking back at him in his reflection. Instead, he saw what he had always seen: the thin face of the black cat with its frighteningly bizarre grin and bright blue eyes.

"Blast that thrice-damned Imp, he played me for a fool!" The Cat hissed as he paced about, a deep tension seemed to overtake his entire body as his posture was stiff as a board. He would have wept, were he able to. But he was just that: a broken creature unable to do anything but smile and disappear. He had nothing left...it was all gone with those simple few words: "Then it's a deal..."

The Cat's eyes narrowed hatefully. He wasn't going to accept it this time. Sacrificing logic for action he quickly disappeared from the forest. It was time to pay Rumpelstiltskin another, not so pleasant, visit.

SW: Edge of the Empire: Ep. I - Escape from Mos Shuuta

XD Glad you're back, Avan. Now things can get back in gear >:D

SW: Edge of the Empire: Ep. I - Escape from Mos Shuuta

Uh, Avan. Sektor told Cor he had Wrex in my last post lol

Once Upon a Time...

I can most definitely respect that :P

Once Upon a Time...

You know, I actually see Cheshire reacting like that XD

Once Upon a Time...

Name: Cheshire Cat (Birth name - Edric Liddell), Alias: Alexandre Frost. Referred to as the 'Dark of Heartness' in some circles.

Appearance:

Cat Form

Human Form

(Note: The Cat is especially large for a regular household cat, being about the size of a bobcat by comparison)

Key

Alice

Alice

Wardrobe Style: While in his human form, the Cat's taste and style in clothing is both subdued yet elegant. His typical apparel consists of a frock coat of varying material/color with a matching waistcoat and cravat/bow tie and a dress shirt/frilled shirt underneath, with matching trousers and leather shoes. Before being cursed into cat form, Edric would occasionally wear a felt top hat during stage performances or other formal events.

Example Outfits:

Example Outfit One

Example Outfit Two

Example Outfit Three

Age: 28

Affiliation: Chaotic Neutral

Magic Capabilities: Before being cursed into feline form, Edric displayed quite the keen ability in magic. An expert in illusions and mirages, he was capable of confounding most anyone by using their mind against them; conjuring a number of hallucinations or fantasies with little difficulty, while also being able to change his own appearance or form. He also dappled a bit in conjuration, able to make items appear out of nowhere; though as to whether this was an *actual* power or merely another illusion is still up in the air.

As a cat, however, Edric lost most, if not all of his illusory powers; while gaining new ones. He had the ability to teleport at will, appearing from one place to the other in a split-second. He could also make himself invisible, whether wholly or limb by limb. With little need for gravity, the Cat is also able to float or levitate aimlessly throughout the air; usually to confound others. Lastly, the Cat seems to have an almost supernaturally heightened sense of instinct and perception, making it quite difficult to sneak up on, or surprise him.

Now, with his former curse broken and his freedom returned, Edric has been granted full use of his magical powers, capable of using the powers he gained both as a human and as a cat, as well as an ability to shift between his human and feline form at will.

Weapons: None

Strengths: An articulate and eloquent showman, Edric was charismatic and sharp-witted, wielding a grammarian's vocabulary and a silver tongue as his aides; able to charm his way out of most any conflict. A dandy both in outward appearance and disposition, Edric tried to model himself after an aristocratic lifestyle; difficult due to his poor income and wealth-draining habits that plagued him through his human life. Despite this, however, he was quick-thinking and resourceful, his own low-class lifestyle giving him a healthy dose of common sense and street-smarts, allowing him to empathize with the common man.

As the Cat, however, Edric became more enigmatic and mysterious, choosing to hide his true feelings and emotions from others. This caused him to come across as a wise, if not cynical creature who had a penchant for browbeating or taunting others with his own intelligence and wit. The Cat also developed a more patient, calculating lifestyle; oftentimes lying in wait for opportunities to present themselves, rather than to instigate them himself.

Weaknesses: Though intelligent and responsible beyond his years, due to having to care for his younger sister; Edric oftentimes succumbed to debauchery and philandering, having a healthy inclination towards drinking, gambling, and short-lived sexual affairs with all sorts of women. Due in part to this, he was frequently reckless and foolhardy, thinking only in short-term as opposed to long-term consequences or outcomes. A coward and a cur, Edric would hide or flee from the problems that faced him; as opposed to challenging them head-on. This habit was so embedded, that he fled from his own sister's execution by the Queen of Hearts, a decision he has regretted and hated himself for ever since.

As the Cat, his weaknesses now lie in his aloof and cold disposition; oftentimes turning potential allies away with his outward cruelty and superior nature. He also had a streak of arrogance and haughtiness about him, unafraid (for a time) to challenge even the likes of Rumpelstiltskin; overconfident in his ability to hide or escape from enemies. Emotionally unstable, the Cat would keep his true feelings locked away, absorbing the pain and torment instead of letting it out; making him seem paranoid or distant, with reminders of the past capable of driving him to an emotional breakdown.

Relationships: -A strong hatred of the Queen of Hearts, whom he considers his worst enemy
-Has a begrudging relationship with Rumpelstiltskin, who he also dislikes intensely
-Had a very deep, loving bond with his thought-deceased sister, Alice, who's memory haunts him deeply
-Shares romantic feelings with Dr. Jekyll, his true love. However, his dark past and noncommittal traits make the relationship a rocky and volatile one
-Was once a close friend of Snow White, secretly held deep feelings for her
-Was, at one point, very close to the former portal-jumper Jefferson. Though too aloof and cold to outright consider Jefferson his friend, the two of them could come to rely on each other in most situations.
-The Cat's real worst enemy, whom he despises the most is himself. The Cat hates his own cowardice and underlying nature, but is otherwise forced by instinct to hide or even betray others to defend himself. This nature became more pronounced after the supposed death of his sister.

Brief Bio: An ambiguous and puzzling creature, the Cheshire Cat is one of the more mysterious residents of Wonderland. General consensus states that, years ago, he was the son of a poor Carpenter who became a talented magician and illusionist, running stage shows and performances in his heyday. The events that led to his transformation into the Cheshire Cat are equivocal, but it is said he wears the key around his neck as a sign of someone or something dear that was lost to him.

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Cat

Once Upon a Time...Interest Check with group ideas...

Name: Cheshire Cat (Birth name - Unknown)

Appearance: http://img4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130606091055/coraline/images/d/d6/The_Cat.jpg Human Form: http://bestof.provocateuse.com/images/photos/david_tennant_99.jpg

Key: http://www.edwardmirell.com/uploads/items/295_edward-mirell_black-titanium-necklace_n3103o-00000_l.jpg

Age: 28

Affiliation: Chaotic Neutral

Magic Capabilities: The Cat is a true magical being, being able to use a myriad of magical powers. He is capable of teleporting at will, either instantly or part by part. He can float through the air aimlessly without need for gravity. He can make himself invisible, and speak while in cat form.

Weapons: None

Strengths: Sharp-witted, resourceful, cat-like reflexes, agility, and senses , tracking, and cunning

Weaknesses: Cowardice, stubbornness, craven, inner turmoil that clouds judgement

Relationships: The Cat knows many of the inhabitants of the fantasy world, but chooses to interact with few. The known relationships he has is an utter hatred of the Red Queen, as well as a raging dislike of Rumpelstiltskin.

Brief Bio: The Cat is an enigmatic, mysterious being with an unknown past. The general consensus states that the Cat used to be a commonplace wizard, yet gifted in the art of Illusion who enjoyed using his magic for fun and recreation rather than serious study. Little is known of the events that subsequently led to his transformation into the Cheshire Cat. Yet it is said he wears the key around his neck as a sign of loss, or a memento of something from his past life.

Once Upon a Time...Interest Check with group ideas...

Holy hell, Tyrion Lannister! Props Optimist!

SW: Edge of the Empire: Ep. I - Escape from Mos Shuuta

Well, I don't intend on leaving anytime soon :)

SW: Edge of the Empire: Ep. I - Escape from Mos Shuuta

Oh dear. So it is. We can give him a couple more days, at least. Lord knows I took my sweet time XD