Character Development Game #2

"My family is pretty big and unconventional. In the past, there was a disconnect between me and my father because I was always left to look after my three (now four) younger siblings. But now I'm probably closest to my sister, Thea. Although I don't know if I can really say that, since there's a huge bond between all of us Gaschler children." - Atticus, Summer Boy.

What's something that you regret doing?

“I kind of regret leaving my home to go with Glenn, because of my foolishness, I lost my brother... but I have to trust Glenn, cause he trusted me.” — Katie, We're the Lucky Ones

Do you miss anyone?

"I suppose people would expect me to say my mom. I mean, I haven't seen or heard from her over ten years years. For all I know, she could be dead. But I don't know if I miss her so much as I'm curious about her. I was five when she took everything and left. She was well on her way to becoming a dysfunctional alcoholic. She was leaving an abusive relationship and left her son with the man who abused her because she couldn't take care of a child in her state. I was bitter for a long time, but now I'm just...how is she? How did she handle all of that? Did she get better? Does she ever think about me? Does she regret any of it? *sighs* Okay, maybe I'm a little more than curious. I guess I do still miss her sometimes." - Alexander, Misery's Company

What kinds of things give you anxiety?

"What doesn't give me anxiety? Some times anxiety hits me out of no where, but I feel this unexplained pressure on my chest and this need to run overwhelm me. Usually when I am surrounded by a lot of people, specifically people that want to get to know me. I'm not a people person. It's why I lock myself up in my room all of the time, which is the reason my parents gave up on me and send me to this idiotic camp. Socialize, they said. It would be fun, they said. I'm so overrun with anxiety that I can hardly form words when they ask me if I'm doing okay." - Nevin, Despair & Violets.

What would you tell your six year old self?

"Do not go trying to give that one white kid a Valentine's gift. He calls you mean ass names behind your back. I swear if I could go back to six-year-old me I'd kick his ass...but, like, don't do that either. Just don't trust these idiotas" - Molly, Rude Boy.

What would you do if you were caught with your pants down?

"I really doubt I'd get caught with my pants down, but if I ever do, I'll just laugh it off. It's the end of the world, I've got more things to worry about than someone seeing my butt." - Eleanora, The Light We Hold

Have you ever fantasized about killing someone?

"I'll be frank as fuck my dude. I don't fantasize about killing my ex-boyfriend, but I definitely do fantasize about giving him a good ol' castration. Taking my time, no anesthetic -- none of that shit. Oh no, no, no. He will feel everything and I will not show any mercy." -- Molly Ortize Rude Boy.

Have you ever gotten into a physical fight?

"When I was sixteen, I punched a girl for making fun of my brother by calling him the 'r' word. I broke her jaw, too!" - Eleanora, The Light We Hold.

Have you ever fallen out of love?

"I guess you'd have to be in love for that to happen, as so far I've only ever been in lust with people, so the answer is no." Nevin, Despair & Violets.

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What's your favourite type of music?

"My favorite type of music? I'd say Classical? As a ballerina, though far from a professional, I knew up with a massive appreciation for the classical music genre. Of course, I do like many other genre's but classical music is the way to my heart." - Mercury, Open Wounds.

If you could pick up any talent without having to practice for it, which one would it be?

"Singing, I just love being able to use my voice to make someone fall in love." - Molly, Rude Boy

Ever done something petty and felt no shame?

"I always hang up the phone on my Dad when he's cringey, and let me tell you, there's absolutely no shame in that. And I keyed my ex boyfriend's car, but I did feel a bit of shame after that!" - Elliott, Out in the Open

Have you ever resented your parents for something?

"Yes. They send me to this God awful camp! They no longer wanted to deal with my crap, so they send me away. Aren't my parents just lovely?" - Nevin, Despair & Violets.

What do you do when you are upset?

"A rare emotion, and one to be reckoned with. I must breathe in and move on, as not to disturb the Demon within me." Noel Mars, Sanctuary.

Do you prefer seclusion or the company of many?

"I prefer seclusion, only because I was bombarded by Arturo for so many fucking years!" - Esther My Moon.

Ever intimidated someone?

"Sure, but not in the way I want. I want to intimidate people by scaring them, not because they think I'm ugly and annoying." Stella, Little One

Do you value education from books and lectures, or education from experience more?

"Well, actually...I can't remember. Still piecing together my past. Though based on what I do know about myself for sure, I think I'll have to say experience. You can read about how to snap a neck, but only the action itself will tell you if you've learned anything. Don't tell James I said that, though. We're trying to have normal thoughts. Best way to recovery." - Rosamund

Are you afraid of death?

"Yes, which might surprise people. I just feel as though I haven't left my mark yet, and I want to accomplish more before the end of my time." - Nevin, Despair & Violets

What's your biggest flaw, and how does this limit you in your day-to-day life?

"People have said I'm too nosy. Do I believe it? Of course. But as a journalist, isn't it my job to be a little nosy? I'm just trying to get the full story, so who cares how nosy I am." - Jocelyn, Jocelyn Waters, unpublished

What do you think is the worst way to die, and why?