Forum:Solenn Wayland

The Open-Ended Questions

A. Please answer the following questions as elaborately as possible. (Remember, this part doesn't have to be filled out if it's an expansion character!)

1) What would you consider to be your character's strengths, and your character's weaknesses? Elaborate on your answer.

'''Strengths - Solenn is a very hardworking and dedicated young woman. She is also passionate about a lot of things, and she'll make sure that she'll finish everything she starts on a high note.'''

Weaknesses - Sometimes, she gets too obsessed with work, and she's also a bit of a perfectionist, rendering her impatient at times when things don't go her way.

2) Has your character's life played out the way they wanted? Have they achieved the goals they set out for their life? Why, or why not?

'''Career-wise, yes. She's achieved a lot, from being an international lawyer, to working for MACUSA, and now the American representative to the ICW. Romantically speaking though, she's not doing very good. She has one failed relationship and her heart was broken immensely.'''

3) What's their ideal way of spending a free day? Why so?

'''She rarely gets free days, but if she does, she'd probably catch up on the spy book she's been reading since she was 20. She never got to finish it because of all the work she had to do.'''

4) If your character could only keep 5 possessions, what would they be? Why?

Her wand, her Forbes family ring, which is an heirloom passed down to her by her mother, her various journals on Magical Law, the medal she received when she graduated from law school, and a necklace that she got from her former boyfriend.

5) What one thing would your character change about the wizarding society? Why?

'''Solenn is an activist, so she'd really like to see equal rights for everyone. Not just for other races, but for the LGBT community and other women as well.'''

The Character's Background

1) Give a history of your character. History must be at least two paragraphs long. How did they grow up? Is there an incident that made them the way they are? etc. (Remember, history must at least be two paragraphs long for the first two characters, three paragraphs long for the third to eighth character, and four paragraphs long for the ninth to fifteenth character!)

'''Victoria Forbes grew up in a very restricted environment, especially under her father’s very strict gaze. She longed for days when she could just do whatever the hell she wants and not to have to follow her parents’ - well her father, Victor’s - plans for her to become an international entrepreneur and perhaps take over the business in the future. Honestly, she blamed her older brother Edward for getting himself disowned and excommunicated, because then all of their father’s expectations transferred down to her, being the second child. She did not want to be added to her father’s long list of disappointments, so she strived to become what he wanted her to, even though she hated it so so much. She eventually got her degree in wizarding business and started taking over some satellite branches of their businesses abroad - including the one in the United Kingdom where everything started to change for her.'''

'''Victoria had always loved the arts, had always wanted to be a painter, but her father forbid her, so during her free time she’d sneak off to go to museums and showcases and the like, just so she could appreciate art. One day, at an art exhibition in London, Vic’s attention was caught by a certain painting, something that she really liked, and she got the chance to meet the painter, Ethan Wayland. They hit it off instantly, and before Victoria left the exhibition, Ethan had managed to ask her out on a date - to which she agreed. Now, Ethan was a muggle, but Victoria didn’t care about her father’s stupid policies, at least not anymore. She found the right one, and she was happy. That’s all that mattered to her.'''

'''Except that her father eventually found out about her relationship, and demanded that she break up with him. She refused, and they started shouting at each other, like they were in a cage fight. The tension was so intense that it triggered Victor’s heart condition, and he collapsed. Victoria panicked and immediately brought him to the hospital, blaming herself for what had happened. The doctors soon revealed that Victor was dying, and he didn’t have much time left. At that time, Victoria’s older brother, Edward, returned to them as a changed man and made peace with their father. Victoria decided to do the same. With Edward back, he inherited their various businesses as first-born child, and Victoria didn’t really have a problem with it because it wasn’t was she really wanted. She wanted to be with Ethan, and before her father died, after realizing his mistakes, he had given his blessing for Victoria to go ahead and marry Ethan. She grieved for a while, having lost her father, but she eventually became happy because at last, she was allowed to marry the love of her life. And so she did.'''

'''They traveled the world during their first year as a married couple, until Victoria became pregnant with a beautiful baby girl who they decided to name Solenn when she was born. The couple then decided to settle in New York City and they raised their daughter there. Solenn grew up to be an independent and smart young lady, qualities that she obviously inherited from her mother. She also got her father’s goofy and artistic side, and she’d often do paintings with him during their free time together. Solenn attended muggle school during her early years, until she got her letter from Ilvermorny at age 11 - which she excitedly attended.'''

'''She graduated with flying colors and at the top of her class. By this time, Solenn had developed her “activist” side and her inkling to always be on the side of justice. She started joining civil societies shortly after finishing her magical studies, and became an advocate for various movements - like anti-race discrimination, LGBT equality within the wizarding world, and even fighting for the welfare of House Elves. After about a year of doing this, she decided that she wanted to take up Wizarding Law. And so she did.'''

'''Her passion for work was amazing, and once again she graduated with Honors. She became an international lawyer, and continued fighting for different movements all across the globe. Eventually, she was hired by MACUSA, and in there she worked under the legal department. That’s where she met her would-be first boyfriend, Leon Berkeley who was an auror. And because Solenn had been very busy with all the work she’s been doing, she didn’t really have the chance to try out dating before, and so when Leon asked her out, she was very reluctant. But she eventually agreed. They went out on a few dinner dates, and Solenn found herself falling in love with him, something she did not really expect.'''

'''They became an official couple, and their first year together was, to say the least, healthy and amazing. Things started changing on their second year together, though. Solenn had started working at the ICW as well - which was her long time dream - and she became so busy with work that she’d sometimes forget about Leon. She’d forget about the dates they’ve already planned a couple of weeks prior, forget about monthsaries, and sometimes she’d even just straight-out ignore him because she had too much work to do. And so, Leon decided to break up with her, unable to take it anymore. He loved her, but he didn’t want to be just a side priority. It broke Solenn’s heart, and she realized the gravity of her mistakes. They didn’t see each other for months, because Leon left on an overseas mission. When he returned, she tried to win him back, but her heart only broke further more. She discovered that Leon had started dating another woman who was also from the Auror Office, and Solenn had started to accept it. She tried her best to not cry whenever she’d see them together, whenever she’d see Leon happy, because it had always stuck on the back of her mind that that could’ve been them, that if she didn’t mess up, they would still be happy. And so she decided she was gonna win him back - she’d spend a lot of time “platonically” talking with him, because well, they remained friends, and she’d also try to be with him as much as possible, just hanging out. Eventually, she decided that it was time to take her plans to the next level, and during a night out, she tried to seduce Leon and sleep with him. But alas, Leon was not drunk enough, and caught on to what Solenn was trying to do. He told her that he’s not a cheater, and he rejected her. That was the last straw for Solenn, and her heart broke all over again.'''

With that, she decided that it was time to leave everything behind her, and so when she was offered the job to become the United States Representative to the International Confederation of Wizards based in the UK, she immediately took it and moved to Britain, leaving America and everything else behind her.

2) Give a description of your character's personality. Personality must be at least one paragraph long. Are you noble or sneaky? Arrogant or humble? (Remember, personality must be at least one paragraph long for the first two characters, two paragraphs long for the third to eighth characters, and three paragraphs long for the ninth to fifteenth!)

'''Solenn is an independent, strong, young woman. She is an international lawyer who is known all around the wizarding community as someone who has brains of steel, as well as the wits that could save people’s lives - in the context of court trials. She is hardworking and dedicated and would make sure that she accomplishes anything she sets her sights on. She is also very meticulous, and very detail-oriented, allowing her to spot even the teeniest-tiniest errors in the documents that she processes. She is also a perfectionist, and is actually diagnosed with mild OCD. She doesn’t see it as a weakness though, if anything, she thinks it enables her to focus more and make sure that whatever she does is nothing short of perfect.'''

'''She is also very passionate, and would fight hard for what she believes in. That’s why she decided to become a lawyer in the first place. She has been a dedicated activist and fought for a lot of different movements, advocating for the rights of different interest groups - other races, the LGBT community, the welfare of House Elves, and a lot more. She always wanted to be on the side of justice, and so she would not let any injustice get past her, if she could help it. These are Solenn’s best qualities, but there are also some drawbacks from this. Because of her passion and dedication to work, sometimes she tends to prioritize her career over the people that she’s close with. For this reason, Solenn doesn’t have that many friends, and it even caused her first ever boyfriend to leave and break up with her.'''

3) Are you Pure-Blood, Half-Blood or Muggle-Born? Do you have any notable magical relations? (Remember, you cannot be related to important Harry Potter characters!)

Solenn is a half-blood witch.

4) Does your character have any special magical abilities? Or special abilities in general (photographic memory, etc.)? Is he or she of a different magical race, such as Veela, Vampire, Werewolf or the like? Part or half of that magical race counts! (Remember, you cannot have one as your first two characters!)

N/A

5) What is your character's profession? Does your character plan to enroll your character into the Ministry of Magic? Does your character not work? Is your character a teacher?

She's been offered the US Representative to the ICW position at the Ministry's Department of International Magical Cooperation.

6) Describe your character's marital status. Is your character single or married? What is the spouse's name? Any kids?

She is single (and heartbroken).

7) What about your character's appearance? What do they look like? Feel free to write down what they look like! If you're using any FC, you can put a picture here! Please state the character's faceclaim!



The Sorting Quiz

B. Select the option that best fits your character. (Remember, this part is only optional, for regular adults and expansion characters alike!)

1) Which type of spell is most useful?


 * A. A Complex Spell


 * B. A Spell Of Control


 * C. A Combat Spell


 * D. A Healing Spell

2) What is most important to you?


 * A. Grades.


 * B. Getting your way.


 * C. Life.


 * D) Friends and family.

3) What would you do if a teacher caught you cheating?


 * A. I'm the person people cheat off of.


 * B. I wouldn't get caught; I'm too slick.


 * C. I would deny the accusation until the teacher gives up.


 * D. I would 'fess up, apologize, and accept the consequences.

4) Which trait is most valuable?


 * A. Intelligence


 * B. Cunningness


 * C. Bravery


 * D. Kindness

5) What's the best way to get things done?


 * A. The right way, no matter how long it takes.


 * B. Trick someone else into doing the work for you.


 * C. Putting together a qualified team and completing the task efficiently.


 * D. Get some friends together and lead them in the task.

OOC Questions

C. These do not affect what house you're sorted to, but everybody must answer them!

1) Is this your first character?


 * A. This is my first character.


 * B. No, this is not my first character.

2) If your answer to the previous question is B, how many characters do you have? How many of them are "exotic" (of a different magical race/have a special ability)?

'''I have three active characters as of the moment. Two of them are exotic. I also have a bunch of inactive ones.'''