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Character’s full name:
Nala Tambarare
Pronunciation: NA-luh Tom-ba-RAWR-ray

Name origin: Nala means Prosperity, and can also be translated into 'gift' or 'luck'.Tambarare means 'Plains', or 'of the Plains', so it quite literally means "Prosperity of the Plains", or possibly "Gift of the Plains" or "Luck of the Plains".

Nickname: Nala

Reason for nickname: Tambarare is a sort of a surname, carried by her sister, Zenobia, along with her parents.

Does s/he like the nickname?: She loves her nickname, wishing only to be addressed Nala unless in a formal situation.

Age: Nearly (but not quite) three, a very late teen from a human standpoint.

How old does s/he appear?: Nala appears slightly younger than her age.

Do they wish they were older or younger?: Nala is quite happy with her age.

Birth date: ?

Time of birth: Dawn

Birthplace: Suidtambarare.

What do they think of death and the afterlife?: Nala believes in the Ancestors, for the most part, and believes she will join the cosmos after her death. Nala doesn't really want to die, but she'd happily die for someone worthy.

Superstitions: Nala isn't very superstitious, except for telling people she loves 'I love you' before sleeping, or leaving, in case of their death, her death, or another form of seperation.

IQ:

Intelligence Level: Nala is freakishly smart, not just in book smarts but street smarts.

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Species:

Reputation: Intelligent, careful, caring, protective, proud, somewhat bossy, loyal.

Blood type: AB positive

Mental illnesse(s) (if any):

Mental Disturbances: Torture, anything pertaining to messed up eyes (bypassing her own startling optics) visible, like eyes with no whites, no pupils, eyes being removed, etc.

Disability(s) (if any):

Addiction(s) (if any):

Sleeping habits: Always having her back against something, facing an unguarded direction. Has trouble falling asleep, and often has nightmares.

Eating habits: Letting whoever needs food most eat first, going for legs.

Unhealthy habits:

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Hygiene:

Do they look healthy? Why/why not?:

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Greatest accomplishment:

Have they ever killed anyone? Why? How?:

Have they ever seen anyone die? What happened?:

Background Story:

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What would be the perfect day?:

Do they have any hobbies?:

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What does he/she do too much of?:

What does he/she do too little of?:

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Worst way to die:

Best way to die:

Diet (favorite foods):

Most comfortable when (alone, hanging w/friends, drinking, etc.):

Most uncomfortable when ... :

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Greatest Want:

Greatest Need:

Eating habits (glutton? bird?):

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Minor Secrets:

Does anyone else know?:

Biggest Vulnerability:

Feels Vulnerable When:

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What do they consider taboo (something they personally would never do):

What humiliates this character?:

Does he/she believe in self-sacrifice for the greater good?:

How self-confident is the character?:

What does the character want out of life?:

What does this character consider "success" to be?:

If they could sum up the meaning of life, what would they say?:

How does the character imagine his/her own death?:

How has this character most changed from youth?:

How does this character act in public?:

How does this character act in privacy?:

How does this character act around strangers vs. how they act around friends?:

How does this character act around family?:

General happiness, 1-10:

Social level 1-10:

Patience level: on a level of 1 to 10?:

What stereotypes do others apply to your character? What ones actually fit?:

What is the single most important thing about your character?:

What are the character’s goals / ambition / dreams?:

Immediate goals:

Long term goals:

What does he/she actively work to gain, keep or protect:

Ambitions:

Dreams/Aspirations?:

Optimist or pessimist?:

Is s/he cautious, brave, or reckless?:

Logical, emotional, or instinctual?:

Disorderly and messy or methodical and neat?:

Prefers working or relaxing?:

Confident or unsure of him/herself?:

Are they usually a leader or a follower? Are they happy with that?:

Are they introverted or extroverted?:

Day or night:

Logical or wishful:

Are they a social person? Or do they prefer solitude?:

Is s/he generally compassionate or selfish?:

Do they tend to argue with people or avoid conflict?:

Are they a listener or a talker?:

Are they generally balanced or clumsy?:

Knight or Damsel?:

Love or Money:

War/Peace?:

Are they regularly in trouble or do they always follow all the rules?:

How does s/he deal with physical pain? Have they ever been seriously injured?:

How does s/he react to a crisis?:

How would you describe their personality?:

Are they creative?:

Do they like to take risks?:

Are they usually an honest person?:

How would they describe their personal hygiene? Would others agree?:

Are they sentimental?:

Are they openly emotional?:

Are they a hard worker?:

Are they a stressed person?:

Are they easily embarrassed?:

Are they very proud?:

Sees self as:

What things do others say are their weaknesses (mental, social, and physical)?:

What do others say are their strengths? (mental, social, and physical):

Do people generally like them or dislike them?:

Overall, are they happy with themselves?:

What four things would CHARACTER most like to change about self? (#1 most important, #2 second most important, etc.):
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Mannerisms:

Peculiarities:

Sense of humor:

Temper:

Basic nature:

Attitude:

Mood character is most often in:

Character’s greatest joy in life:

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What single event would most throw this character’s life into complete turmoil?:

Character is most at ease when:

Most ill at ease when:

Enraged when:

Depressed or sad when:

Priorities:

What does s/he most value/prioritize?:

What would he/she be willing to die for?:

Life philosophy:

Loves:

Hates:

What keeps them going:

Best known for:

How s/he sees the world:

Does s/he believe in fate or destiny? Is s/he superstitious?:

What usually causes the problems in his/her life (romance, finances, friends, colleagues, personality flaws, health, etc.)?:

What event or occurrence does s/he most dread or fear?:

Which person in his/her life would s/he most want to emulate?:

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Which of the 7 deadly sins does character fight (or give into, willingly or not)?:
      (lust, gluttony, greed, sloth, wrath, envy, pride)

Which of the 7 virtues does your character have (or fight against)?:
      (chastity, abstinence, leberality, diligence, patience, kindness, humility)

How long does it take for you to trust others?:

Emotional/psychological/social peculiarities:

Where does this character like to hang out?:

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Is the character judgmental of others and how so?:

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Rate the following attributes on a 1-5 scale (1 being not at all or very weak, 5 being absolutely or very strong):
- Analytical thinking and logic:
- Memorization and puzzle solving:
- Initiative and learning ability:
- Intuition and discernment:
- Common sense and reason:
- Composure and prudence:
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- Force of personality and ego:
- Likability and charm:
- Persuasiveness and eloquence:
- Tact and poise:
- Attractiveness and beauty:
- Physical strength and power:
- Grace and manual dexterity:
- Endurance and general health:
- Autonomy and self-sufficiency:
- Libido:
- Daring and willingness to take risks:
- Improvisation and adaptation:
- Trustworthiness and steadfastness:
- Compassion and empathy:
- Passion and conviction (willingness to act on one's beliefs):

How do they cope with deaths of people they know?:

Are they typically willing to help people who ask for it? To what extent would they willingly help them?:

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Eye color:

Natural fur color:

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Paw pad color:

Natural fur texture (thick, thin, wiry, smooth, wavy, curly, nappy, etc.):

Nose:

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Voice Pitch:

What is their speaking style (fast, monotone, eloquent)?:

Accent:

Pace (does s/he talk fast, average, slow?):

Voice tone (shrill, high, average, deep, squeaky, hoarse, harsh, authoritative, cultured, etc.):

Any favorite/habitual words/phrases or curse words?:

Speech Patterns (lisp?):

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Do they curse, and if so, to what extent?:

Accessories:

Overall attractiveness:

Who does s/he take after; mother or father?:

Aura (intimidating, calming?):

Physical Condition:

What is his/her body type (skinny, slim, athletic, curvy, overweight, muscular, etc.)?:

Distinguishing marks (scars, etc.):

Any defining gestures? (Shuffling paws, avoiding eye contact while speaking):

What does s/he like most about his/her appearance?:

What does s/he like least about his/her appearance?:

Weight:

Describe their walk:

Mother’s Name:

Relationship with her:

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If living what age:

Father’s Name:

Relationship with him:

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If living what age:

Favorite parent:

Why?:

Brothers:

Sisters:

Relationship with them:

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Do they have any children?:

Name(s):

How many?:

How old?:

Relationship with them:

Number of Close Friends:

Do they want to be in a relationship?:

Do they love anyone now? Have they ever?:

If not in love, do they have a crush on anyone?:

Do they know if anyone is in love or has a crush on them?:

Do they love anyone who does not love them back?:

Have they ever told anyone they loved them? When?:

Has anyone told him/her they loved them? When?:

Have they ever cheated on anyone?:

Have they ever been cheated on?:

Has anyone ever broken their heart?:

Have they ever broken anyone's heart?:

Are they shy?:

Biggest influence?:

Person s/he most misunderstands or misjudges:

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Whom does s/he most rely on for practical advice?:

Whom does s/he most rely on for emotional support?:

What do family/friends like most about character?:

What do family/friends like least about character?:

Who does (s)he surround him/herself with?:

Who does (s)he wish (s)he were closest to?:

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Mate:

Past mates:

Kits:

Name of ability(s):

What exactly are their abilities?:

When did they discover them?:

How much control do they have over their powers?:

What does it cost to use their abilities (energy, focus, blood)?:

Can they die or pass out from overusing their abilities?:

Have they reached their full potential?:

Do they feel that their abilities are a blessing or a hindrance? Would they trade them or get rid of them if they could?:

Are they happy with the abilities they have?:

Are their abilities secret?:

What is s/he particularly unskilled at?:

Peaceful or violent when fighting:

Style of fighting:

What is s/he particularly unskilled at?:

Weaknesses:

Strengths:

Statistics (1-10)
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Technology:
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What is a typical day like for him or her?:

Morning Routine (What time does he/she wake up? Is he/she cheerful in the morning? What wakes him/her up -- mate, kids, etc.? What does he/she do during breakfast - feed kits, groom self, etc.?):

Afternoon (Now describe the character's afternoon behavior. Does he/she anticipate, dread, and resent the work ahead? Does s/he give the job genuine attention and effort? Does s/he enjoy this work? Is s/he good at this job? What would he/she rather be doing? How long and hard is the work day? Does s/he stop for lunch? Where? With who?):

Dinner (what is/are his or her favorite prey? At home, who prepares the meal? Who does he/she eat it with? What goes on during dinner -- conversation, fighting, etc?):

Evening (What does your character do on a typical evening? Where? With whom? How much does he/she enjoy it? What is the ideal evening for him or her?):

Bedtime {Does he/she go to bed at a consistent time? Alone or with someone else? Does s/he usually fall asleep right way, or is s/he an insomniac? Does he/she dream -- a lot, a little, never? Are most of his/her dreams scary, pleasant, sexual, imaginative? Are there any recurring dreams? Does s/he sleep well or poorly (e.g. tossing & turning)?}:

How would they describe their life overall?:

How does character relate to others?:

Are they a morning or a night person?:

Is there anything they keep with them at all times?:

Do they keep a journal? Why or why not?:

What is the best compliment they could receive? (You're gorgeous, your paintings are beautiful, you are the perfect mother):

If they could know anything, what would it be? (Like how the pyramids were built, what their boyfriend was thinking five minutes ago):

If they could learn to do anything, even if it's impossible (like dancing if they're in a wheelchair), what would it be? (no powers, see next question):

If they could have one magic power, what would it be? Why?:

If they got one wish (no wishing for more wishes), what would they wish for?:

If they could choose, how would they want to die?:

What is the one thing they would like to be remembered for after their death?:

Motto/Personal quote:

Major Problems to Solve or Overcome:
How they will go about solving them:

Minor Problems to Solve or Overcome:
How they will go about solving them:

Themed Quote (Quote that fits who they are):

Theme Song (Hey, some people do that):

What part of you does your O.C. represent?:

If your O.C. was real, do you think he/she would be able to live your life as it is?:

What would you and your O.C. talk about over coffee?:

What is it about your character that makes him/her become real?:

Why is your character likeable?:

Why is your character loveable?:

What was your character's life like before something, if anything, happened to change it all:

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