Post by Lao Jun on Nov 9, 2009 7:01:10 GMT
Character Details
Name: Lao Jun (Jianyue) [ 劳葰 (坚嶽) ]
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Age: 22
Sex: Male
Height: 5’11”
Weight: 173 lbs
Appearance:
Jun has an athletic frame, solid with muscle, though he makes sure not to become overly bulky. He maintains a clean cut appearance, rarely letting his facial hair grow into more than just stubble aside from his light sideburns, and possesses sharp features. His black hair is kept at a manageable length, and usually held up in a traditional topknot to keep it out of his eyes.
Weapons:
Jian (sword) – His primary weapon. Though the blade and pommel have been replaced and refitted several times, the guard of the weapon is from a sword his father gave to him on his fifteenth birthday. It is by no means a remarkable weapon, but he treasures it regardless.
Composite bow – His secondary weapon.
Personality: Coming from a storied and well off family, Jun carries himself proudly and properly. Serious and with a rigid adherence to honor and decorum, it could be said that he is perhaps wound a little tight. This is no doubt aided by the anger that has begun to grow within him ever since the destruction of his family and the one they served. Indeed, it seems that as time goes on, his intensity grows, consuming his softer emotions. He smiles and laughs less than he did a year ago, as though he is slowly turning to stone.
Yet, within him still resides a deep kindness. Though of the upper class, he has always felt compassion for the weak and downtrodden, and treated peasants with respect. He also is incredibly loyal. Once he has thrown his lot in with someone, he is in for keeps. Betrayal, in his mind, is the ultimate sin. This goes double for family, and while he has none left, he will judge others based on how they treat their kin.
Though not terribly charismatic, Jun is a diligent worker, and fairly bright. He is no scholar, but he has shown glimmers of strategic talent and cleverness, if not poeticism or witty repartee. Though not particularly ambitious, he does have pride in his talents, particularly in the martial field, and is eager to prove his worth.
History: Lao Jun was born in 186 AD to Lao Hu (father) and Guo Ji (mother). The Lao family had a long history of loyal service to the Yuan clan, and this generation was no different. Jun’s father, Hu, was a veteran officer in the ranks of Yuan Shao’s army, and served him well on many campaigns. Though their family had never done anything worthy of great fame, their long, efficient service ensured that so long as they were with the Yuan clan, they would be well taken care of. It was through these truths that Jun learned pride without ambition, and the value of loyalty, for his father was quick to remind him of them.
These were the first of many lessons he would receive in his youth, for Jun was provided with an excellent education. As the only son in his family next to two younger sisters, he was drilled constantly in his lessons, to assure that his father had a capable successor. During his schooling, Jun found poetry and the arts didn’t suit him, and favored more utilitarian subjects. Mathematics, politics, and most especially anything related to martial feats. His dream as a child was to one day fight side by side with his father for the pride of his family and the glory of the Yuan clan. Alas, this would never come to pass, for in 200 AD, his father was mortally wounded in the Battle of Guan Du. Before his death, his father was able to tell a messenger one last piece of advice to his son: Foreseeing that Yuan Shao would not take defeat well, he told his son that in the event of Yuan Shao’s death, he must support Yuan Shang as his heir. Though the more talented of Yuan Shao’s sons, he was not the eldest, and his stubborn elder brother Tan would surely resist his succession. If Tan were to succeed, it would mean the end of the Yuan clan.
Though distraught over the loss of his father, Jun recognized the importance of his last message and moved forward with resolve. Though only fifteen, he offered himself to Yuan Shang as an officer, and after proving himself in a series of trials, was accepted in his army. Within the span of two years, he proved capable in his tasks, to the point where Yuan Shang was beginning to personally trust him. Unfortunately, Shang could trust few others, for in 202 AD, Yuan Shao died, and a bitter struggle for succession began. As the conflict escalated to war, Jun became an increasingly valuable asset to Shang, especially early on when Shang seemed to hold an advantage.
Then, something happened that would forever change Jun’s life: Cao Cao and Yuan Tan allied. The conflict turned for the worse, and Shang was forced to flee to his brother Yuan Xi’s aid. Jun was able to follow him, but his family was not. To his horror, he would soon learn that they, and the rest of his extended clan had been completely wiped out. Filled with rage and grief, Jun fought harder then ever, but it was not enough. Shang and Xi were forced once again to flee, but Jun became separated in the escape. He would later learn that his lord was excecuted by Gonsun Kang – in Cao Cao’s name.
Bitter, poor, and without purpose, Jun wandered aimlessly, searching for even the smallest glimmer of hope. For a year, he found nothing, and his heart grew cold. Finally, a path revealed itself to him. Cao Cao had suffered a decisive defeat at Chi Bi, thanks to the alliance of two rulers: Sun Quan and Liu Bei. Though vaguely aware of the two figures, he knew little details, and searched for more information. It was then he found that Liu Bei was supposedly a Han descendant, a rightful heir to the throne, and was a man of justice and compassion.
Purpose renewed, Lao Jun made his way to the lands of Shu…
Gold: 1000
Horse: A brown warhorse named Ju Feng (Hurricane)
Name: Lao Jun (Jianyue) [ 劳葰 (坚嶽) ]
Title: If you would like a personal title to appear below your name in your mini profile, request it here. If you do not want one, leave this field blank.
Age: 22
Sex: Male
Height: 5’11”
Weight: 173 lbs
Appearance:
Jun has an athletic frame, solid with muscle, though he makes sure not to become overly bulky. He maintains a clean cut appearance, rarely letting his facial hair grow into more than just stubble aside from his light sideburns, and possesses sharp features. His black hair is kept at a manageable length, and usually held up in a traditional topknot to keep it out of his eyes.
Weapons:
Jian (sword) – His primary weapon. Though the blade and pommel have been replaced and refitted several times, the guard of the weapon is from a sword his father gave to him on his fifteenth birthday. It is by no means a remarkable weapon, but he treasures it regardless.
Composite bow – His secondary weapon.
Personality: Coming from a storied and well off family, Jun carries himself proudly and properly. Serious and with a rigid adherence to honor and decorum, it could be said that he is perhaps wound a little tight. This is no doubt aided by the anger that has begun to grow within him ever since the destruction of his family and the one they served. Indeed, it seems that as time goes on, his intensity grows, consuming his softer emotions. He smiles and laughs less than he did a year ago, as though he is slowly turning to stone.
Yet, within him still resides a deep kindness. Though of the upper class, he has always felt compassion for the weak and downtrodden, and treated peasants with respect. He also is incredibly loyal. Once he has thrown his lot in with someone, he is in for keeps. Betrayal, in his mind, is the ultimate sin. This goes double for family, and while he has none left, he will judge others based on how they treat their kin.
Though not terribly charismatic, Jun is a diligent worker, and fairly bright. He is no scholar, but he has shown glimmers of strategic talent and cleverness, if not poeticism or witty repartee. Though not particularly ambitious, he does have pride in his talents, particularly in the martial field, and is eager to prove his worth.
History: Lao Jun was born in 186 AD to Lao Hu (father) and Guo Ji (mother). The Lao family had a long history of loyal service to the Yuan clan, and this generation was no different. Jun’s father, Hu, was a veteran officer in the ranks of Yuan Shao’s army, and served him well on many campaigns. Though their family had never done anything worthy of great fame, their long, efficient service ensured that so long as they were with the Yuan clan, they would be well taken care of. It was through these truths that Jun learned pride without ambition, and the value of loyalty, for his father was quick to remind him of them.
These were the first of many lessons he would receive in his youth, for Jun was provided with an excellent education. As the only son in his family next to two younger sisters, he was drilled constantly in his lessons, to assure that his father had a capable successor. During his schooling, Jun found poetry and the arts didn’t suit him, and favored more utilitarian subjects. Mathematics, politics, and most especially anything related to martial feats. His dream as a child was to one day fight side by side with his father for the pride of his family and the glory of the Yuan clan. Alas, this would never come to pass, for in 200 AD, his father was mortally wounded in the Battle of Guan Du. Before his death, his father was able to tell a messenger one last piece of advice to his son: Foreseeing that Yuan Shao would not take defeat well, he told his son that in the event of Yuan Shao’s death, he must support Yuan Shang as his heir. Though the more talented of Yuan Shao’s sons, he was not the eldest, and his stubborn elder brother Tan would surely resist his succession. If Tan were to succeed, it would mean the end of the Yuan clan.
Though distraught over the loss of his father, Jun recognized the importance of his last message and moved forward with resolve. Though only fifteen, he offered himself to Yuan Shang as an officer, and after proving himself in a series of trials, was accepted in his army. Within the span of two years, he proved capable in his tasks, to the point where Yuan Shang was beginning to personally trust him. Unfortunately, Shang could trust few others, for in 202 AD, Yuan Shao died, and a bitter struggle for succession began. As the conflict escalated to war, Jun became an increasingly valuable asset to Shang, especially early on when Shang seemed to hold an advantage.
Then, something happened that would forever change Jun’s life: Cao Cao and Yuan Tan allied. The conflict turned for the worse, and Shang was forced to flee to his brother Yuan Xi’s aid. Jun was able to follow him, but his family was not. To his horror, he would soon learn that they, and the rest of his extended clan had been completely wiped out. Filled with rage and grief, Jun fought harder then ever, but it was not enough. Shang and Xi were forced once again to flee, but Jun became separated in the escape. He would later learn that his lord was excecuted by Gonsun Kang – in Cao Cao’s name.
Bitter, poor, and without purpose, Jun wandered aimlessly, searching for even the smallest glimmer of hope. For a year, he found nothing, and his heart grew cold. Finally, a path revealed itself to him. Cao Cao had suffered a decisive defeat at Chi Bi, thanks to the alliance of two rulers: Sun Quan and Liu Bei. Though vaguely aware of the two figures, he knew little details, and searched for more information. It was then he found that Liu Bei was supposedly a Han descendant, a rightful heir to the throne, and was a man of justice and compassion.
Purpose renewed, Lao Jun made his way to the lands of Shu…
Gold: 1000
Horse: A brown warhorse named Ju Feng (Hurricane)