How to walk with personality, talk with personality.

By Daimyo Shi

Now the biggest challenge in Role-playing is to have a personality for you character. Now people will go on about background, personality traits, advantage and disadvantages, and all of these can help you develop a personality for your character, but is also possible that you just keep saying the same thing over and over again like a broken record. In Dragon Magazine, now many years ago, I read an article called "I'm Ok You're One-Dimensional" by David Clarke. In that he says:

"I started basing Characters on 'media models' like Indiana Jones, Ross Perot even Cookie Monster. One source I stayed away from was traditional fantasy (E.G., J. R. R Tolkien, Terry Daniels, the Conan movies) many of the stereotypes I was trying to get away from were based on characters from these sources; after all, who more typifies the wise-wizard-with-a-beard than Gandalf?

A quick word about what makes a good model: the primary attribute is familiarity. Cookie Monster made a good model, but if you're not very familiar with him, he won't work for you. remember, the purpose of a model is to help you define the character's personality and play him [her]consistently. the second attribute is uniqueness. A grumpy Detective Fish (Barney Miller) would be pretty close to the stereotype as a dwarf, so what would be the point of using him as a model? a Norm Peterson (Cheers) or Popeye would be much more memorable." [Issue #225, January 1996, p. 38]

Now Mr. Clarke goes at length to speak about using media models as transitional step to become a better role-player, and that fine. He further relates other steps in creating effective characters of the PC, that is the goal. I personally find the value in use of media models for NPC, some may not. Without a doubt some of the NPC I have on this site and those I will add later will have clear media models, Some NPC's media modeled but isn't as clear to people. Now while Mr. Clarke has touched on familiarity, I like to stress it again . You mush be familiar with the model or it will not work well. When choosing a media model take care in matching at least some aspects that fit the general culture of the character. Don't be afraid of casting against the type though, while most media model are never going to fit all O.C.C.s, P.C.C.s or R.C.C.s, some will fit several and it fun to cast against the type. Using Tasslehoff [Dragonlance] or Popeye for a CS officer will make for an interesting character. also don't be afraid to make some small modification to personality you are modeling. Don't like Wolverine's temper? remove it just remember it will affect how you play the character. Using a model doesn't force you to everything like the character you are using. You do need to put some of you into the character or you end up with something just as bad the broken record you were trying to avoid by using a media model. Now Mr. Clarke warns us about using traditional Fantasy characters because the very stereotypes he trying to escape are created by those character. However, I think that Samurai based movies, anime, manga, novels have far less risk than the Fantasy stereotypes that he was trying to escape. Also, we can borrow the fantasy characters that he was avoiding because the setting is different. One other thing about media model, just because a character is from a comedy or drama don't get stuck in that mind set, there no reason a character based on Indiana Jones can't make a few jokes, or Sir Lancelot from Monty Python and the Holy Grail can seriously deal with a kidnapping.

For Game-master/Storytellers, Media models are great for those NPC you need quickly because the party has gone and wanted to meet someone you never though they ask about. Here you can give them a NPC with feelings and body that will seem more natural than something you just trying to stress through. All you have to do is remember some characters from movies and TV that are likely floating in you head. Always remember to make notes of any off the cuff NPC including their media models as nothing make a game shatter, like a NPC having completely different mannerisms the next time the PC encounter them.

Now for RIFTS, you can make you character first then pick a personality or pick a personality and developed a character around it. do it how you want but I think you get more out of using a media model by picking a character first and then building the character's stats.

The Following is a list of media models and comments on O.C.C.s, P.C.C.s or R.C.C.s and other things to keep in mind with them for RIFTS. Remember the most important thing is to be familiar with the model. I consider myself pretty familiar with all of these. Also, don't tell me "That wrong, Character X should Never a Y." I only giving you suggestions anyway, play them how you want. Oh and there is no order to this. Forgive if I missed someone you think I should have covered. I will take suggestions for the Web site.

Wolverine [X-Men], Wolverine is highly honourable, has a terrible temper, and is a bit of loner. He understands loyalty, can be very protective and is "the best at what I do". He makes a good headhunter, traditional Samurai, Battle Cat or Dog boy for these traits. Fitting against the type Clans Rogue scholar/Scientist, Lay line walker, or Tattoo warrior of any type.
Prothos [Three Musketeers 1993], Oliver Platt's Prothos is great character, he is vibrant and witty. He very showy, slightly arrogant, and easy to provoke into a duel. So he make a good man at arms or Psi-stalker, against the type many magic O.C.C. are interesting.
Richelieu [Three Musketeers 1993] Tim Curry's Richelieu is ruthless, intellectual, deeply cunning, and politically able. Debate his evilness if you wish. Clearly, he best as a member of the CS upper classes or the Federation of magic, against the type he could be a man of arms in a leadership role, or wanting to be a leader.
Riddick [Pitch Black, Chronicles of Riddick] Riddick is a Survivor. he is tough, strong fighter, who pretty ruthless. However, he not guiltless and is pretty hard to manipulate with shame. He enjoys getting the last laugh but only if it not needlessly dangerous. He does well in the Merc O.C.C. and I could see him as a kill hound.
Kane [Kung Fu: the Legend Continues] Kane is a righteous, sensitive old master of Kung Fu, he a loving if slightly distant father who rather not fight if he can. Most of Japanese and Chinese O.C.C. are not surprisingly possible, Cyber-knight or Rogue Scholar/scientist seem possible as well. He make a very interesting though weird member of the CS military.
Robin Hood [Robin Hood: Men in Tights] He is very heroic, slightly cunning, and can speak with an English accent unlike some other Robin Hoods. Simply put his rather classic hero. He good but not quite so good that he doesn't know his limits. he also has a very barbed wit. He makes a good Cyber-knight of course but most Men at arms work, techno wizards fits well in my mind as well.
James Bond, the classic slick, cultured ladies man who also happens to be a lethal and cunning killer. James Bond is what nearly every man wishes to be. Clearly Bond makes a great model for Super Spy, or any other spy-like O.C.C.
Saitou Hajime [Rurounin Kenshin] is the perfect blend of good and evil. Lives by his own code, owned by no one. Cool and in control. His Smirk lies on the edge between evil and arrogant. Incredible skilled, not just good with a sword, but tactics and knowledge, As skilled with a taunt as a complement. Saitou can work for any Man at arms other than Juicer and Crazy.
Matsuya Misaki [Excel Saga] She takes no crap from anyone. She in control and not afraid of pretty much anything. She is very intelligent, in fact she wouldn't be half as sexy if it wasn't for her intelligence. She works as a Military man at arms, especially as officers.
Chun Li [Street Fighter II and III]she a smart, perceptive woman who also a great fighter. she not afraid of getting dirty to get the job done. Chun Li makes a good CS military or police O.C.C. Against the type she can be played as a Any mage or Scholar type.
Himura Kenshin [Rurounin Kenshin], he is very kind, compassionate and giving. He doesn't kill at all but has a much more violent side buried deep in his mind. he make a excellent Cyber-knight, Knight or other HERO O.C.C. given his knowledge of the Sword. you play him without his Iaijutsu abilities and have yourself a excellent scholar, scientist or Monk. Play him against the type as a Merc of any type.
Ryoko[Tenchi Muyo], she is sexy uninhibited and has a kind and compassionate side as well. She also happens to be very intelligent, if a little impulsive. She makes a Great archetype for Merc or City Rat. She make a very against the type Scholar/scientist or Mage/Psionics.
Tendo Nabiki [Ranma 2/1] one word describes Nabiki, Cunning [yes, Sexy in another one]. She the superior Con artist. Her abilities are featured in nearly every episode of Ranma 2/1. To do just to the Character Super-Spy or other Spy/Assassin O.C.C. work well. For against the type Cyber-knight, cosmo-knight and the like work.
Osaka [Azumanga Daioh] She is totally charming and clueless, she lives in her own little world but still a very caring person. Her ability to be totally clueless and then say thing of great knowledge makes sure their is never a dull moment. Osaka should be a Scholar or Scientist, perhaps a CS Scientist.
Alucard [Hellsing] he is cocky, snide, and ARROGANT. He great normal work with a bored expression. However, real challenges are greet with enthusiasm. He protective for those he cares about and has no fear. Alucard make a great Merc O.C.C. or CS related O.C.C.
Hyatt [ Excel Saga] She is clumsy, trusting, kind, considerate, incredibly intelligent and understanding. ironically she works for man bent on total world domination. I think any of the Magic O.C.C match well with her, Shifter or Temporal Wizards seem rather fitting in my mind.
Faye Valentine is incredibly sexy, cunning and intelligent a bit of a spend thrift but who care. Don't play gambling games with her though. She has a compassionate side. City rat or Con artist fits well, perhaps bounty Hunter
Dark Schneider, [Bastard!!] Please, the man want to conquer the world so that he can sleep with all the women. He is cocky, arrogant, unafraid and showy, he has tons of style. Near impossible to deal with but does recognize loyalty and doesn't hold a grudge. He is skilled with magic So skilled that he defeated a Fire Effret with fire magic! Lay line walker or may fire warlock.
Sakaki-san [Azumanga Daioh], She quite, caring, a bit of a loner, intelligent, understated, natural athlete and sufferers from a curse that cats don't like her, Maya excepted. The clash between everyone's perception of Sakaki and who she truly is interesting and what you should exploit. Be shy but come off as confident. Sakaki is probably the close thing to an any O.C.C. or P.C.C.
Seras Victoria AKA Police woman [Hellsing], She is cute, some what naive and sexy. She is also clearly very loyal and compassionate. She makes a Military O.C.C.
Urishima Keitaro [Love Hina], he is clumsy, awkward, about as suave as a brick but so likeable. His stubborn dedication to his goals and duty is admirable. He takes his licks and doesn't even complain. he might make a good Crazy, other than that Scholar like O.C.C. work well.
Aoyama Motoko [Love Hina] She is Stubborn, vengeful yet still compassionate and a little naive. She admits not weakness or fear. Motoko makes a good Demon Quarreler [if a bit serious], Traditional Samurai or other regular man at arms.
Lupin III [Lupin] Lupin is cocky, cunning, quick with his fingers. There is nothing he can steal. He is always kicking butt and taking names even while making himself look like a fool. Takes nothing too seriously not even himself. He pretends to be suave but really isn't and can't help being attracted to ever beautiful woman he sees. As such he make a Spy or Super-spy, con artist and other such thieves work as well.
Quark [Star Trek: Deep Space Nine] Quark is a an amazing character because he pretends to be a ruthless, money grubbing, liar and thief. In truth, he has more honour and loyalty than he ever admit to. He cover his actions with a great deal of whining and complaining or other lies to govern for what he sees as weaknesses. In the end as much as he pretends not to like to do the right thing, it honestly does make him feel better in the end. As such Quark makes Con-man or city rat. He more a fixer than a spy.
Otohime Mutsumi [Love Hina] She is trusting, kind, considerate, clumsy, incredibly intelligent, understanding, and nothing really faze her. She loves being helpful and is rather uninhibited. She makes a good if unusual cyber-knight, an other good open minded O.C.C. works as well.
Hibiki Ryoga, He is tough, and a skilled martial artist but also extremely polite, humble and caring. Any martial based O.C.C. can work well.
Kamiya Karou [Rurounin Kenshin] She is stubborn, compassionate and surprisingly tough fighter. She won't stand to see people hurt if she can do something about it and unafraid of death. She has more patience that ten normal women and a nasty temper. Any non-CS O.C.C.
Optimus Prime [Transformers G1] Prime is a kind, honourable, and compassionate man[ Robot] who leads by example and would rather send himself on clear suicide mission than send one of his own men. He pretty much as Noble as you can get. Prime works for a number of Noble base O.C.C. like Cyber-knight, Cosmo-knight, English knight, etc.
Elminister [Forgotten Realms]Elminister is a crafty, cunning, intelligent, yet compassionate rogue of a man. He manages to know little about everything [And a lot about most things]. He often sounds cynical but just apart of his wit and deep sense of humour. He a good person even as he grumbles about help people in over their head. he Good but not preach about it. He make a excellent magic users of course but he can be a Scholar or a good merc that knows it all.
Gandalf [Lord of the Rings] Gandalf is the wise, intelligent, and in the end, not afraid fight with everything he has. He is wise beyond any conventional scale. He is a man of secrets but with the best intentions. Gandalf can be any O.C.C., P.C.C. or R.C.C. based on knowledge or secrets.
Jack Berton [Big Trouble In Little China]This cocky, loud-mouth, determined, truck drive of the Pork Chop Express. He understand loyalty and while being rough around the edges is a very capable fighter. Jack makes a good Merc.
James T. Kirk [Star Trek] Kirk is a head strong, action hungry man. He is a skilled military tactician and an able Diplomat. However, he real strength lays with in a almost supernatural ability to pull his crew out of the fire while banging every pretty female in the Universe. He fits Military O.C.C. more than anything.
Konno Mitsune (Kitsune) [Love Hina] Kitsune is like her name sake quick, cunning and sharp. She has a barbed wit, understands loyalty, and when necessary be very caring. She also likes to toy and manipulate people but not normally to harm them. She also fond of Sake. Con-artist, Spy, or Super-spy fit well.
John Lee [Replacement Killers] John Lee is a very controlled character, befitting his abilities as an assassin. He does care who he kills, he has limits and will not kill the innocent, he has honour and values his friends and understands loyalty and vengeance. An of the Merc O.C.C. work well or Special forces style Military O.C.C.
Montgomery Scott (Scotty) [Star Trek] Scotty is the wizard that can manage to save the U. S. S. Enterprise time and time again. His technical knowledge is clearly unmatched by any one [save maybe Data] in the any of the Star trek shows. He is jovial with a careful wit, who always says he can't do what you need in the time you give him but always does. Play him as a Operator or Military tech O.C.C.
Dr. What 7 [Illuminati University] He is a intelligent, with a near perfect memory who is quite adapt at history. he weakness for beautiful women. Sometimes is know to argue with himself. As such he likely make a very good Crazy or Shifter.
Lady Laura Croft [Tomb Raider] intelligent, sexy, not modest at all, and a very capable fighter. she has a Scholarly Side as well. She makes a great Adventure O.C.C or some form of Merc.
Urashima Kanako [Love Hina] She is a very Cunning, and capable young woman. She fiercely loyal to her brother and is very good with disguise, In fact she so good she managed to fool very close friends of who she was disguised as. She could be a Ninja either favour or a spy/super-spy.
Doctor Leonard McCoy [Star Trek] McCoy is one of the Big Three [Or four if you count Scotty, I do]in the Original Star trek show. He is a rather ornery, plain spoken man, who is the middle ground between Kirk and Spock. He tells it how it is and doesn't pretend to be anything he is not. he taken his own path is unapologetic for it. Temptation is to play him as a body fixer, but he makes a good Military O.C.C. [non-officer] Merc fits his no BS kind of attitude.
Blade [Blade - Movies] Blade is a carefully crafted warrior, horned to hunt his prey, who are not use to being hunted. He slightly smug but not quite arrogant, he keeps his feeling well hidden. He knows his foes well but still can be fooled. He focused on his quest and doesn't distract from it easily. How you might want to go with Blade depends if you want to keep him as a Shadow lands hunter or if you want to just focus on his character without the hunter aspect. remember that Blade character largely comes from being a hunter. Clearly Blade makes a good Psi-stalker, Bounty Hunter, Wilderness scout or CS Ranger.
Tome [Azumanga Daioh] She is energetic, abrasive, and loud. You either love her or hate her no middle ground. She has no sense of scale and never knows when she crossed that line that she shouldn't have. She also doesn't understand when she being cruel. She also very outgoing a very much likes being with her friends. Because of this nature Tome makes a good Crazy, Juicer or magic user.
Volo [Once Around the Realms] Volo is a rather nosy, intelligent, all too curious man bent on know a little bit about everything. he can't focus on anyone thing he moves from town to town learning new things and conning his way into food a drink where ever he can. He has a heart of gold in the end and will not leave a friend or even mere traveling companion in the lurch. he can be very cunning when he has to be and can even fight when forced but he rather not do either if he can help it. Given that he makes best character model for good aligned Rogue like characters, either scholars or con artists/ Robin Hood ideas.
Amelia will Tesla Saillune [Slayers]Amelia is the Classic do gooder! She Fights for truth, justice and Bushido? well anyway she a total Klutz and also easy to fool. But Gullible and Idealistic together, and throw in Unlucky Level two and you pretty much got the disadvantages taken care of. There are no shortages of fools in any O.C.C. Amelia, the Character that they want to strangle the Crap out of but always temper their anger with the fact that she follows bushido so well. Traditional samurai, Cyber-knight, and the like fit well or Priest of the Light.
Starscream [Transformers] Starscream has no honour, he is an intelligent, practical, strategic and cunning man [robot] he is a bit of a coward but generally would rather cut his loses and retreat rather than squandering is manpower. As such He makes a damn fine merc.
Jean Luc Picard [Star Trek: The Next Generation] He is a very intelligent, companionate man with flair diplomacy. He does have a well hidden dark side that craves revenge on those who have really wronged him. He prefers to talk than fight but is no slouch as a leader in battle. he make s a good scholar or Man of Magic but still can be a military O.C.C..
Lina Inverse [Slayers] Lina is the beautiful genius sorceress of slayers. She a fighter for justice [even while she often keeps the ill gotten goods of her foes for herself. She over all ends up doing the right thing. When it comes to magic she is a very skilled sorceress with no sense of scale. She go for her big spell right out of the gate. Lina should be played as some kind of invoker magic user.
Ironhide [Transformers] the grizzled touch take no crap bodyguard of Optimus Prime is primed to be a Yojimbo. He take no crap, is totally unafraid and will die to protect his charges. He makes a great Merc or military O.C.C.
Data [Star Trek: The Next Generation] Well I am sure that most people would consider Data to be a bad choice for a media model I think the reverse is true. Data might not have emotions but he does have personality. Data's quest to become more human is much like a quest for enlightenment, it just begs to be used in such a manner. Data is a good android, he is quite companionate in his own way [Through reason rather than emotion]. He is totally colour blind [Race blind?]. he fits any the Hero Archetype O.C.C.s.
Gourry Gabriev [Slayers] Gourry is the good nature near Paladin like protector of Lina Inverse. Dense as the Kaiu wall, Gourry is not going to win any mental contests [though his perception and awareness is less affected] He is a skilled swordsman and brave as anyone. He makes a good Cyber-Knight of course.
K'Ehleyr [Star Trek: The Next Generation] K'Ehleyr is a slightly different Klingon [And are not Klingon an analog for Samurai]. She a skilled diplomat and is quite a bit more cunning than one expects. She is loyal but is very much in doing the right thing over the easy thing even if she might step on the toes of her superiors. She make an interesting choice for a cyber-knight or other knight like character given she skilled in tasks a little out of the norm, thus making her a interesting character to play. You can try using the same difference by making her a Juicer or Crazy though what stands out as something interesting is something different than with the knights.
Zelgadiss Graywords [Slayers] Zelgadiss is strong, quiet curse young man. He is skilled in both magic and the warrior arts making a good character for those looking to blend. He is a bit of bitter man because of his curse. He is a leader of men, easily managing to be very strategic when need be. He makes a good magic user as a military leader though he can work for Military or Merc O.C.C. if you really want. If you want to stay true to the character you should have him be Ley Line Walker or Warlock with a Military bent. This makes an interesting change to normal Magic user. I think you best off giving him a earth school and fire for a Warlock to stay in character but that just me.
Whistler [Blade - Movies] Whistler is the classic mentor/sensei who has been fighting and hunting his foes for more time than can easily be counted. He is skilled even for his age [Should you be using the alternate Rifts rules where aging make you slower rather than more badass]. He spit in the face of his foes rather than join them no matter the pain involved. He is tough as nails, further he makes a better NPC than PC unless you GM is allowing older characters. he makes a good Demon Qualler, or Bounty Hunter of course.
Ro Laren [Star Trek: The Next Generation] Ro is a cynical young woman, who is trying to reach beyond her bad reputation to make good. She a bit of renegade, much more willing to do effective rather than what is acceptable. she makes a good Merc or CS Military with the idea of being from the Burbs.
Sagara Sanosuke (Sano) [Rurounin Kenshin] Sano is a stubborn, fun loving, mooch, Good thing samurai are provided for by their lords. Sano is skilled but undisciplined. His natural talents for Street fighting and endurance allow him to fight well. However, there are clearly people that are out of his league. He not afraid to fight for his friends [clan] in the face of such enemies. Sano is Brash and over confident. He works well in O.C.C. where hard work isn't required to do it, I personally think he a great Grackletooth character but that might just be me.
Kuonji Ukyo [Ranma 2/1] Ukyo is the most level headed of any of the Ranma 2/1 crew. She rather honest but will do what she can for those she cares about. she is very loyal to her family. She is very determined and not easily dissuaded from her course of action when desired however, she is reasonable and know when she stop and talk rather than to fight pointless fights. She strikes me as a military O.C.C .but that might be only because of her tomboyish nature. She also makes a good base for a character bucking the system like a good version of many of the Evil races.
Maehara Shinobu [Love Hina] Shinobu is a quiet, shy young woman. the core of here being is girl just trying to find out what life is about. She makes a great character for the more interesting and rarely played O.C.C.
Worf [Star Trek: The Next Generation.] Worf is a man between cultures, part of him is a Klingon though, honourable and a pure warrior, the other part is his human compassion and diplomacy that rather work things without fighting. he identifies more strongly to the Warrior side but his abilities related to his other side should not be underestimated. military and Merc O.C.C. work well for Worf.
Kuno Tatewaki [Ranma 2/1] as bad as he comes off in the anime he pretty close to samurai are suppose to be. He a skilled swordsman, knows literature and art, lives by Bushido. Cyber-knight, traditional Samurai and the like work for him. He also could be any Merc or Military O.C.C. A P.C.C like Burster or Zapper could work as well.
Filia Ul Copt [Slayers: Try]Filia is a very temperamental and more than a little condescending.she very much sure of her way being the right way. Of course she been a rather sheltered young woman so her naïveté cause a create deal of conflict between herself and her companions. She is really good for someone looking for a character that they can real develop. Filia as she learns thing is not unwilling to change what she believes if there is proof that what she believe is false. I think she make a good Dragon of course. Priest of light or lay line walker works too.
Spock [Star Trek] Spock is the counter point to Kirk's jump in and save the world kind of mandate. Spock is logical, careful and very much a clear planner. he also a very good diplomat and isn't afraid of risk but likes to make sure he completely understands the risk before taking it. While he does pretend to use nothing but logic and be truthful. He can omit, error and otherwise take action that seems to go around his or societies rules. While McCoy and Kirk know loyalty it is Spock who understands it best. he fits nearly any O.C.C. that logic can be an asset, which is most of them.
Urashima Haruka [Love Hina] Haruka is the calm, cool and collected aunt of Urashima Keitaro. She can not bat an eye at nearly anything that Happens as Hinata Sou. She has not trouble defending herself, and she has a great deal of common sense. She has the aura of a Sensei, as anyone seems to be able to receive and answer from her that encourages them. Haruka makes a good CS Military O.C.C. especially Special forces, nothing surprises her, after all.
Shinomori Aoshi [Rurounin Kenshin]there are two Aoshi, the Warrior/ronin that fights to provide for his men. the one that understands loyalty above all else. The one who kodachi skill is unmatched and fears nothing. Then there is the Monk like Aoshi who tiring to makeup for the pain he caused drinking tea and meditating The first Aoshi make a Merc the Second makes a Druid, Monk or Mystic.
Xelloss [Slayers: Next] Xelloss is evil by nature, he is a Mazoku after all. He is manipulative, secretive, irritating, drive a person crazy. He even calls himself Trickster Priest. if that not a warning I don't know what is. He keeps information very carefully. He might share some of it but not all of it and he keep a great deal that can keep him from as much harm as possible. He is a master of playing sides off on each other while seeming Neutral. He has uncanny grasp of human nature, no respect for boundaries, and has a tongue considerably sharper than a Kakita blade. Xellos is loyal to his master however, of course his master happens to be one of five evil Mazoku lords in the Slayers' world. It might be possible for a person to be friends with Xelloss but you never know if it true or just a front for some plan. He makes of course a Good Priest of Darkness or Shifter but he also a good Spy, Super-Spy, bounty Hunter, or other rogue-ish man of arms or magic user. even a mind Melter perhaps.
Achoo [Robin Hood: Men In Tights] Achoo the son of Asneeze is a strong fighter, an inspiring leader and makes a good second to Robin Hood. he has a knack for candid evaluation and good oratory abilities. He more careful than most and able to see flaws in the plans of other. he makes a good man of Arms but isn't out of place in the Scholars or P.C.C.
Martok [Star Trek: Deep Space Nine] The tough, Honourable and Stubborn Klingon general is nothing short of amazing in some ways. He doesn't break, and is a great leader of men. Leading by example. Good merc or Military O.C.C. especially for those with leadership roles.
Makimachi Misao [Rurounin Kenshin] Misao is the cheerful, happy, excitable young girl. she slightly Idealistic and very loyal to her family. Almost nothing can get her down. She fight in what is right and sometimes fails to guard her mouth. She makes a good Merc or City Rat.
Naga 'the White Serpent' [Slayers Movies and OVA] Naga is The greatest and strongest rival for Lina Inverse, well in her mind at least. While her magic some times gets away from here she is a competent sorceress. She also a very beautiful and well endowed young woman. She is proud to the point of arrogance. She really doesn't fear anything and often doesn't registrar that she been defeated. She likes fine food, money and getting the better of Lina is some manner. Naga should be a Lay line walker or a warlock with either an earth or water base maybe both. A mystic might be a good idea too.
The Doctor (E. M. H. Program) [Star Trek: Voyager] the doctor on Voyager is the alien trying to be Human. The doctor is a clear pragmatist, who has a pessimistic streak that fails to curb his actions. He will do what ever is required even while he bitches about it. In all things he is loyal, kind, and a good friend. In the end he just has "human as the rest of the crew." Body fixer or Cyber-doc I suppose.
Sylphiel Nels Lahda [Slayers] Sylphiel is the noble daughter of Eruk, her father who she loves deeply. She is a very kind and dignified young woman. She clearly is a quiet force of good who dislikes suffering greatly. She is some what emotional can occasionally can be over come with them in periods of great stress. Her need to help other has become her main reason for living after the death of her father. Priest of Light or Mystic strikes me as first choices but Lay Line walker could work as well.
Will Scarlet O'Hera [Robin Hood: Men in Tights] Will is a skilled combatant using both hands and unbelievable ability to use his daggers. He is cocky but not perfect. His abilities are largely martial in nature but it doesn't mean that he is dumb. He more of the follower than a leader though. He rather follow substandard leadership than lead himself. He make a good man of Arms as long as you can have paired weapons, a Gun slinger fits well.
Robin Hood [The adventures of Robin Hood (Errol Flyn: 1938)] Robin hood is a dashing, flamboyant, overconfident former noble lord who challenge the greedy nature of Prince John and his group of Norman Barons. Beneath his showmanship, Robin is a man of deep caring and would rather die that see pain caused to people. He doesn't care about odds, he does what he can and seeks to end the pain that Prince John is causing. As such he lends himself to being Cyber-knight, traditional Samurai, or other knight like man of arms.

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