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Birthe	Posted: Feb 28 2008, 06:09 PM Q U O T E
good cop - or am I? Group: Admin Posts: 232 Member No.: 1 Joined: 18-September 07	N O R T H . E N D . C A N O N Names are negotiable in all characters marked with an asterix (); PBs are always negotiable, but please contact Birthe or Heidi if you want to make any changes. Occupation, age, marital status and the information in the character outline is mandatory. We only give a brief outline of the character; the rest is up to you. If the character's name is "taken", it is taken and cannot be adopted. If the name isn't followed by any such marker, it is up for grabs. Giancarlo Fierro* taken Year of birth: 1964 Single and never married Parented by Gustavo & Isabella Fierro Capo Bastone of the Italian Crime syndicate Owner and manager of the Winterdome strip club Portrayed by George Clooney Subplots: [x] [x] [x] [x] [x] >> he's a fun-loving joker who can find the humor in almost any situation >> he's an eternal bachelor and smooth operator, and has no current interest in changing this >> he got his heart broken in his youth, and vowed never to let it happen again >> he loves his job and has no qualms about it; a proud mafioso, even if he's not stupid enough to flaunt it >> is ruthless and unforgiving in the right situation >> extremely confident, sometimes crossing into overly confident >> proud to be an Italian, and he'll not hesitate to defend or prove his heritage >> hates to go grocery shopping, and so he often steals food from his nephews living in his building >> he has dinner at his brother's at least three times a week, preferably more >> his brother is his closest friend, and he values his advice and opinion greatly >> he can recite most of "the Godfather" by heart >> was largely responsible for the death of his sister-in-law (whether this was intentional or accidental is up to the player) >> handled the cover-up of his sister-in-law's death >> is largely responsible for the corruption of his nephews; considers it his duty and responsibility >> frequently makes passes at Atalia Biancolini, his brother's housekeeper *Raffaele Fierro* taken Year of birth: 1983 Married to Domino Kennedy Father of Tanner O'Briain-Fierro Parented by Vittorino and Rose Fierro Capodecima of the Italian crime syndicate Executive at Fuoco Papers Portrayed by Christian Bale Subplots: [x] [x] [x] [x] [x] >> his uncle has been his hero since childhood, and it's obvious in his personality >> he has an eternally wandering eye, and has never been loyal in a relationship >> he's the smooth operator his uncle is, and a player to the core >> his competitive streak is overwhelming; he turns everything into a competition, even who his brother's date goes home with >> once stole his brother Gabe's girlfriend; still hasn't apologized, and doesn't plan to >> he's a cut-throat go-getter both in business at home >> doesn't hesitate to be brutal to get what he wants >> shares an apartment with his brother, Gabriel, and tries his best to con him into doing all the housework >> was recently joined in his apartment by Domino Kennedy, a close friend of his >> has been a close friend of Theresa Marino since childhood, and sports a growing attraction to her >> he's the most brutal and violent Capo for the Fierro family, which is why he works the East Side >> hopes to one day be the Boss of the Fierro family >> refuses to acknowledge his oldest brother as a family member; also refuses to admit that he misses him >> usually plays the part of the irresponsible party-boy, which can get him into a lot of trouble >> discovered that he had a five-year-old son when he was 26; has played the weekend dad ever since, and his party lifestyle has suffered *Gabriel Fierro* taken Year of birth: 1987 Single Parented by vittorino and Rose Fierro Accountant/Math temp Portrayed by Jesse Spencer Subplots: [x] [x] [x] [x] [x] [x] >> he's the diplomat of the Fierro children >> fiercely loyal to those he cares about >> a bit, bordering on very, gullible >> he's the nerd of his family, and is frequently teased for it >> sweet and kind, he is often believed not to have a bad bone in his body >> he has some tricks up his sleeve, though, and can surprise his friends and family from time to time >> he works as an accountant for his family's illegal business, but is selectively naïve about it >> he's passionate about mathematics, and absolutely loves the subject >> his brother Raffaele once stole his girlfriend; he's yet to demand or receive a proper apology >> he shares an apartment with Raffaele, and struggles to make him do his chores >> has had a massive crush on Theresa Marino for years, but doesn't think he stands a chance >> is an avid Futurama fan >> was the first in the family to find out about his brother's son, and though he often wanted to reveal the secret, he never did *Theresa Marino* taken Year of birth: 1984 Single Parented by (player's choice) Lawyer in her father's firm Portrayed by Jessica Alba Subplots: [x] [x] >> the classic girl-next-door; sweet and friendly, and almost always smiling >> she's fairly humble, considering her financial state and appearance >> she has her tough side, and isn't afraid to make a snide remark or pull a sarcastic joke >> she's notoriously hard-to-get, and expects the best from her boyfriends >> has a tendency to attract and be attracted to bad boys, but wants to change this >> she's very high maintenance in relationships >> she's a hopeless romantic, and hopes to marry her perfect someone soon and raise a family >> is attracted to both Raffaele Fierro and Tae-Hyun Choi, but knows that they're players >> the Fierros are like her second family >> she has no idea that the Fierros are in organized crime, and believes no rumour about it *Hwa Young Choi* taken Year of birth: 1982 Single Parented by Suk-Chul Choi & Soo Yun Choi So-honbucho for the Choi family Portrayed by Soon Ye-Jin Subplots: [x] [x] [x] >> is known with friends and personal acquaintances for her kindness, loving nature and bubbling laughter >> is very much a happy woman, usually comes across as light-hearted and fancy-free >> those who have done business with her can testify to how brutal she is, however >> prefers to enter every situation with a smile and a positive attitude >> once crossed, she is an enemy to be reckoned with; intelligent and unsympathetic >> is more of a mother than a sister to her little sister, Chung Ae, to whom she is a strict guardian >> is a responsible woman who puts her family first >> is intent to destroy the Goncharov family, no matter what; they were responsible for her brother's death >> has repeatly tried to set her brother, Jin-Sang, up on dates since his break-up a year ago >> is very protective of her younger brother, especially when it comes to his girlfriends >> is discovering a friend as well as an ally in Vittorino Fierro >> doesn't hesitate to pull harmless pranks on her younger siblings - and their friends >> making her father proud has always been a priority of hers *Jin-Sang Choi* taken Year of birth: 1984 Single Parented by Suk-Chul Choi and Soo Yun Choi Wakagashira for the Choi family Portrayed by Hyun Bin Subplots:[x] [x] [x] >> a near frosty business mind with an analytical approach to most things >> he has a knack for sarcasm and cold insults, and often communicates solely with this >> usually appears to be uptight and stand-offish, and rarely lets people get close to him >> has a very cynical, almost abject, outlook on both life and love >> his work is his life and main interest; he claims it's all he has time for >> finished a relationship of three years one year ago, claiming that he'd simply lost interest >> in reality, his girlfriend finished the relationship because he hadn't touched her for ten months >> a closet homosexual deeply in denial; he always blamed his ex for his lack of attraction to her, but no longer has that excuse >> argues with Tae-Hyun almost non-stop, and extends constant criticism >> hates his sister's attempts to set him up, but also hopes that he'll be attracted to one of the girls she finds >> is very demanding and expects only the best, professionally and personally >> holds his siblings, especially Tae-Hyun, to very high standards >> easily annoyed, but not quickly driven to anger - only irritation >> mentally strong, but physically, he isn't the most impressive *Tae-Hyun Choi* Year of birth: 1985 Single Parented by Suk-Chul Choi and Soo Yun Choi Fuko-honbucho for the Choi family Portrayed by Se7en (Choi Don-Wook) Subplots: [x] [x] [x] [x] >> he's the kind of smooth operator no father wants near their little girls >> as far as players go, he's the nice kind; he treats women with respect >> currently, he' more interested in playing the field than settling down >> is a major part of the North End party scene >> is at his most comfortable when in the company of others >> has been competing with Raffaele Fierro since they first met >> argues with his older brother, Jin-Sang, almost non-stop >> makes sure that his little sister will never be a goodie-goodie >> is interested in Theresa Marino, and doesn't mind the competition for her affection >> loathes the Goncharov family, and makes no attempt to hide it >> can be extremely impulsive and have complete disregard for consequence >> though very laid-back most of the time, he takes his work very seriously >> he's protective of all his sisters, often acting like the older sibling >> is a member of a well-known terrible trio with Raffaele Fierro and Roméo Gregory, which Nathan Shaw was recently invited into *Chung Ae Choi* Year of birth: 1992 Single Parented by Suk-Chul Choi and Soo Yun Choi Freshman at Bishop University Portrayed by Kwon Boa Subplots: [x] [x] [x] >> is rocked-out, wild, reckless and care-free >> has absolute disregard for comformity and authority, and is very challenging >> was at the bottom of the social ladder when she attended West Bishop High, and didn't give a damn >> doesn't care what people say about her; she knows she rocks >> knows exactly what business her siblings are in, and can't wait to join them >> she's a capable bass and drums-player >> flirts shamelessly with Nathan Shaw, even though he's not interested >> thrill-seeker and adrenaline junkie >> has a tendency to wear her heart on her sleeve >> she does pretty well in school; is smart, just doesn't apply herself >> to those she loves, she's completely loyal, and doesn't hesitate to fight for them >> like the rest of her family, loathes the Goncharovs >> is anything but shy, and it shows >> considers Jared Silverman, Billye Shae-Hughes and Jaye Shaw her closest friends *Roméo Gregory* taken Year of birth: 1985 Single, in a fake relationship with Ella Detroit Parented by Vincent and (mother's name) Gregory (mother deceased) Business student at Bishop University Heir of the Gregorian hotel-chain Portrayed by Ian Somerhalder Subplots: [x] [x] [x] [x] >> spent all his life in the public eye, and is used to paparazzis following him around >> he's a local celebrity in Bishop City; one of the city's favorite young bachelors >> joined his father as one of BC's top ten elligible bachelors three years ago; is yet to pass his father on the list >> always being in the spotlight has taught him how to cover his tracks when he's up to no good >> he's known as a party-boy, but has a surprisingly "clean" reputation >> he has a thing for older women, preferably those nearing 40, but keeps it a secret >> he lives in a three-story penthouse apartment, owned by his father >> hasn't dated a girl his own age since he was a high-schooler >> many people have tried to take advantage of him in the past, some of which have succeeded >> tries not to trust too easily, but is usually too hopeful of people's sincerity to distrust them >> has a lot of casual friends, but very few close ones >> has his closest friends in Tae-Hyun Choi, Raffaele Fierro and Nathan Shaw >> is dependent on his father for money, and he has threatened to cut him off if he doesn't get a nice girlfriend his own age >> has hired Ella Detroit to pose as his girlfriend, rather than making an attempt at finding a real one *Amy Barthes**taken Year of birth: 1970 Single Mother of Alyssa Barthes Parented by (player's choice) Divorce attorney Portrayed by Kate Walsh Subplots: [x] [x] >> she's a born West Side, but her family turned her out after she got pregnant at eighteen >> the father of her child was Forest Sanford, member of the prestigious Sanford family >> Meredith Sanford bribed her to keep her quiet about the pregnancy; she thought the father was in on it, but he wasn't >> being forced to make it on her own has made her highly independent; she refuses to accept help >> she always makes the most of what comes her way, never giving up >> she refuses to let life get her down, no matter what >> she was once a hopeless romantic, but has now given up on her romantic notions >> she's nearly incapable of sitting still and doing nothing >> her daughter means the world to her, and she's a bit too involved in her life >> constantly sticks her nose into her daughter's love-life, trying to be helpful >> her high-class past is very evident in the way she acts, talks and walks >> has recently been developing a friendship with Vincent Gregory >> is proud and stubborn, and lets it show >> is on bad terms with Ciera Berryman, largely because of her connection to Forest Sanford *Alyssa Barthes** taken Year of birth: 1988 Single Parented by Forest Sanford (unknown) and Amy Barthes Student at Bishop University Portrayed by Kate Mara Subplots: [x] [x] [x] >> she's a bit of a wall-flower; quiet and reserved >> rarely speaks unless spoken to first; hesitant to make herself noticed >> was always overprotected as a child, and is finding being on her own to be harder than imagined >> is very concerned with being polite; she'd rather be kind than defend her rights >> she's dreadful at flirting, and is at her shyest around cute boys, especially Gabriel Fierro >> adores her mother, but wishes she wouldn't be so over-involved in her life >> doesn't know who her father is, and doesn't ask to avoid upsetting her mother >> is eager for her mother's friendship with Vincent Gregory to grow into more >> wants very much to succeed and be a strong, independent woman, like her mother >> has a tendency to fall for completely unattainable guys >> has very strong political views, which she mostly keeps to herself >> she's not as fragile as many people think; being shy doesn't make her breakable >> she's idealistic and romantic, and likes playing match-maker for others *Ian Anderson Year of birth: 1960 Widower Father of Caleb Anderson Parented by (player's choice) Bishop City's Mayor (democrat) Portrayed by Hugh Laurie Subplots: [x] [x] [x] [x] >> has been mayor of Bishop City for eight years, and is running for his third term in office >> was Mr. Popular in high school, and never stopped aspiring for that >> being popular and well-liked is his top priority >> he's the most corrupt politician in the city, but very good at hiding it >> has been said to be oozing with charisma >> knows how to work the public and always appear at his best >> doesn't hesitate to lie to stay on top; whatever it takes >> he can act like your best friend while simultaneously stabbing you in the back >> will stop at nothing to win the race for mayor >> is hardly the most responsible man in the world, but it great at pushing the blame >> dated Meredith Ventress in high school and never quite got over her >> has a fierce, long-term rivalry going with Robert Ventress Sr. >> a youthful man; plays in a band in his free-time and his motorcycle is the love of his life >> has a very good reputation in the city, despite everything >> has strong ties with many influential West Side personalities >> constantly flirts with Ciera Berryman, and refers to her as "the future Mrs. Anderson" Caleb Anderson*** taken Year of birth: 1982 Single Parented by Ian and (mother's name) Anderson (mother deceased) Lawyer (public defender) Portrayed by Jake Gyllenhaal Subplots: [x] [x] [x] >> the public are under the impression that he's a younger version of his father, but he really takes after his mother >> he tries his best to be responsible and honest, but it's often a difficult job >> he sets very high standards for himself, and will be disappointed if he fails >> is something of a control-freak, and prefers to do things himself >> can be a bit too serious for his own good, at times >> is a dependable man, and he rarely misses an appointment >> he always thinks everything through before making a decision, has a tendency to over-analyze, making spontanaity difficult >> is politically neutral, much to his father's dismay >> prefers to stay at home with a good book rather than hitting the town >> is as convinced as the rest of the city that his father is a genuine and good man >> his father's opinion weighs heavily, and is important in his decision-making >> his idealism caused him to become a public defender, rather than a higher-paying position >> to great extent lives off money inherited from his late grandfather *Ella Detroit* taken Year of birth: 1987 Single, in a false relationship with Roméo Gregory Parented by Jeremy and Delia Greenberg Model and aspiring actress Portrayed by Leighton Meester Subplots: [x] [x] >> grew up in a small town in Arizona, dreaming of life in the city >> she's a dreamer of the core, and always aspired to greater things >> as a child, she would dream of fame and fortune, and set out to pursue that dream straight out of high school >> although she still hasn't achieved her goals, she keeps up hope and keeps trying >> she's a bit big-mouthed, and although she seldom means to offend, she often does >> her real name is Susan Greenberg, but she changed it because it was so dull >> she's familiar with the city's nigh-clubs >> her only acting job so far has been a tooth-paste commercial >> a performer since birth; she loves showing off >> she's known to date around a lot, and a lot of prestigious males at that >> it's getting increasingly hard to pay for her life at the North End >> has agreed to play Roméo Gregory's girlfriend for his father, in return for money and connections >> finds herself slowly falling for the man, despite her attempts not to *Ciera Berryman Year of birth: 1969 Single, divorced 3 times Parented by (player's choice) Berryman Socialite Portrayed by Naomi Watts Subplots: [x] >> the rebellious socialite; she was the family's wild child growing up, and hasn't changed much >> was born in BC's West Side, but got out of town, and the country, as soon as she graduated high school >> started several college courses, but never got a degree >> she could never find anything that interested her enough for her to stick with it >> returned to Bishop City when she was 34, reason unknown, but there are plenty of speculations >> still living off family money, but also owns a great deal of shares in a successful record label >> went to high school with Forest Sanford, but they ran in different crowds >> since she returned to BC, has become one of the few people able to break through his thick shell >> has called it her mission in life to make Forest lighten up >> made a friend of Penelope Padgett a while back, and has been nudging her towards the dating-scene >> a somewhat regular fixture in Bishop City tabloids, but mostly because of the company she keeps >> known for making rather extreme public statements and for wild escapades >> notoriously laid-back; nothing seems to get to her >> gets a kick out of Ian Anderson, and flirts with him for her own amusement >> can't stand Amy Barthes, largely due to her previous connection to Forest Oliver Flewellyn* 31 years of age Single Software programmer Portrayed by Dominic Cooper >> originally from a conservative small-town, but left once he graduated high school >> had a falling out with his family over the way he left, hasn't spoken with them since >> created and sold a software when he was in college, became a millionaire practically overnight >> has been trying to create something new and great since, but every attempt has failed >> over-worked and tired, he's buckled under the pressure and turned to drugs - no one knows >> highly intelligent, but is a bit overly-analytical in his dealings with others >> has a rather sizeable ego; honestly believes that he's smarter and better than most people >> doesn't realize how expressing this belief makes him look >> looks down on the whole party-scene; would rather stay home and work >> has developed into a bit of a loner, and is in severe need of human contact >> isn't sure how he feels about his new housekeeper, Marlee Compton, trying to reach out to him >> has unrealistically high expectations and standards in relationships >> has never had a relationship that lasted longer than three months >> sexually confused; has never been with a man, but often considers it Charlotte Emerson 40 years of age Single Parented by Jordan and Camilla Emerson Record label executive Portrayed by Lisa Edelstein >> She's a career woman to her fingertips, and doesn't want children - ever. >> She has had more one night stands than actual boyfriends. >> She might as well have her cell phone surgically attached to her ear - she's always on it anyway. >> She's razor sharp, and has a good ear for good music, but is afraid of being replaced by someone younger and hipper >> She's constantly going to gigs, trying to discover the next big band, and rarely goes to bed before 2-3 AM. >> Loves her sister [Holly Ainsworth, West Side] more than anyone else in the world, but cannot for the life of her understand her choice of lifestyle - or husband. >> Has never - and would never - use her feminine wiles to get ahead in a professional situation. >> Considers herself to be a man's woman, and has little time for the stereotypical feminine dramas >> Raised in South End - now that her mother is dead and her father's in a home, she rarely goes back, unless for professional reasons. Casper Elliston*** taken 17 years of age Single Parented by (player's choice) Senior at West Bishop High Portrayed by Daniel Radcliffe Subplots: [x] >> He was almost suspended from school once, on account of a fight with Jonas Buckley [East Side] at a dance hosted by the Breaking Borders exchange program. >> Fights are not an uncommon occurrence in his life, but he usually gets away without serious repercussions, thanks to his father's fat bank account. >> Priviledged from birth, and arrogant to boot, he looks down on anyone who doesn't have the means to lead his life. >> He idolizes his father; an obscenely wealthy business man with a trophy wife, two mistresses and a habit of buying everything he wants, regardless of the cost, Casper wants to be just like him. >> He goes through girlfriends like other boys go through shirts. Love 'em and leave 'em, that's his motto. >> By now, his reputation as a dog is well known at West Bishop High, and very few of the girls there are willing to date him. >> Like his father, he is very smart and excels in most his classes, though he is particularly gifted at math. >> His ex-girlfriend, Arielle Crane, still refuses to speak to him because he cheated on her, with her ex-best friend, no less. This, however, doesn't bother him that much. *Arielle Crane** 16 years of age Single Parented by Rita & Michael Crane Junior at West Bishop High Portrayed by Shenae Grimes Subplots: [x] Subplots: [x] >> Her mother, Rita Crane, is a household name in the romance genre of writing; she has written several best selling novels. >> Unlike many other families in her part of town, her mother is the primary breadwinner in their household. >> Her father has always been quite content to earn less than his wife, and their family is a happy one. >> Thanks to her mother, Arielle has always been a determined go-getter, and refuses to let anyone treat her differently because she's a girl. >> Despite her mother's good example, she does get a little bit embarrassed when others tease her about the racier parts of her mother's novels. >> She broke up with her ex-boyfriend, Casper Elliston, after he cheated on her with her ex-best friend, and she has refused to speak to him since. >> Although her confidence and refusal to let anyone put her down are usually considered good qualities, she can also take it a few steps too far. >> Unlike many other girls who go to West Bishop, she staunchly professes that she will never get married.
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