x_just_words_x (x_just_words_x) wrote in applications_or, @ 2008-03-05 21:24:00 |
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application for James Potter.
Katie, who plays Harry Potter, placed a hold on James for me.
Name: James Potter
House: Gryffindor
Year (for 1975-1976): Fifth
Blood Status: Pureblood
Birthday: 27 March, 1960
Pet (if any): A Northern Hawk Owl named Gwydion
Physical Appearance: James is slightly tall for his age, despite years of a somewhat athletic build from Quidditch, he is still slightly lanky looking, though not as much as when he first began Hogwarts. As a fifteen year old boy, he is growing out of his awkward stage, which was never really that awkward to begin with. He has a fair complexion, dark messy hair that refuses to ever be tamed-- which doesn't matter because usually he prefers it messy in that just-off-the-broom sort of look, and bright hazel eyes that lay behind a pair of dark rimmed glasses.
Biography:
James Potter was born to two well bred but fairly untraditional given their time, purebloods. His father was the first Ravenclaw in a long line of Gryffindors and his mother was a Gryffindor, both were unprejudice against those who did not share their bloodline and both provided a nurturing environment for their son. From the moment he could crawl, James was an adventurous child who tended to get himself into trouble often. Once his magical abilities made themselves known-- which happened at a fairly early age, James was a tiny but powerful force to be reckoned with. He was a fairly caring child, never wanting any real harm to fall upon anything-- but sometimes pushing the limits just to see what he could do.
Upon attending Hogwarts, James quickly bonded with a boy named Sirius Black and later Remus Lupin-- surprisingly Peter Pettigrew also came into the mix-- though some of the others (particularly Sirius) often alluded that Peter was around to idolize James and thus boost James' ego. James gave the boy a chance. James and his three companions have done their best for five years in raising some havok in the school, the pranksters call themselves the Marauders.
Given the chance to fight in the pending war, James would undoubtedly fight on the side of good and against anything a typical stereotypical Slytherin might have fought for. However, at the age of fifteen, before Harry appeared, all he was really concerned with was becoming an Auror, winning the Quidditch Cup, and dating Lily Evans.
Likes: James is a particular fan of Quidditch, sweets, pranking with his schoolmates and has a strong infatuation for a girl in his year named Lily Evans, he is-- to put it simply-- a fifteen year old boy. At the same time, James' best class was always Defense Against the Dark Arts, he believes in sticking up for things and people he believes in. He has wanted to be a Auror since he was thirteen, before which he had aspirations to be a professional Quidditch player, he enjoys the idea of doing some good in the world-- despite the fact that his pranks might prove the opposite. On a more shallow note, James is popular, a feeling he enjoys quite a bit and he likes to show off.
Dislikes: James dislikes admitting he is wrong and dislikes standing by and watching things happen. He hates to be on the sidelines in any aspect of life. He dislikes any sort of authority keeping him from being a fifteen year old who has fun and particularly does not care for Potions class. In addition, he has a great sense of loathing for Slytherins and has never cared for eating his vegetables.
Classes (3rd years and above): Has an established course schedule.
Extracurricular Activities: Quidditch Chaser for Gryffindor team.
Romantic history: Throughout the years, James has always had a slight charm with the ladies, but it was never his priority. He never went through the typical younger "girls are gross, keep them out of the clubhouse" phase that boys do, but also never really wanted a girlfriend. Unlike his exceptionally charming best friend Sirius, it wasn't always his main concern. Until he met Lily Evans, the redheaded girl in his year and house quickly caught his interest. While other girls he has known throughout school have been interested in him, he hasn't paid them much attention beyond casual flirtation. He's been trying to get a date with Lily for years now, and no amount of rejection seems to crush his hopes.
What was your character’s status before Dumbledore’s spell? James Potter was dead as of October 21st, 1981 at the age of twenty-one.
Current Students: What does your character want to accomplish this year? James would very much like to win the Quidditch Cup and at the very least ensure that Slytherin does not have the chance to win either the House of Quidditch cup. He'd like to do acceptably in all his courses for his parents sake. Get a date with Lily Evans, and hopefully pull a great prank over on the Slytherin student body.
Writing Sample (Choose at least one of the following):
Quidditch practice was abso-bloody-lutely horrific today. Between the rain, the mud, and watching the newest Chaser struggle the entire two hours was a bit too much to take. I took the bloke aside afterwards before we went in to clean up and told him I'd practice with him whenever he wanted if he wanted to try and step up his game a bit.
I got my Potions essay back this afternoon. It wasn't satisfactory. I swear to Godric, Slughorn has it out for me. I won't become an Auror with these sorts of grades now, will I? I actually worked on this one with Remus
[Private to Marauders]
I had a right awful day, let's do something tonight.
[End Private]
[Private to Lily Evans]
Oi, Evans, want to get a butterbeer with me on the next Hogsmeade trip. Don't say no, it's just too predictable...you know, they say variety is the spice of life.
[End Private]
S'pose I should owl the parents this week so mum doesn't worry that I've crashed my broom or been eaten by something in the Forbidden Forrest.
[Note: If you are already playing a character in Operation Redo and are applying for an additional character, you can disregard the remainder of the application, with the exception of the PB.]
Out of Character:
Name: Amanda
Age: 18 (19 in ten days...woo)
E-mail: arush35@msn.com
AIM screen name (if applicable): arush35
Time Zone: EST
PB: Jake Gyllenhaal
Roleplaying experience, if any: Nearly six years of consistent game play. I have links to show but they aren't particularly impressive and long dead.
Why do you want to join this group? I have not played James in several months, he was my favorite character at one point or another and I'm told one of my best, in addition, my friend Katie who plays Harry Potter has asked me to step in and apply.
Where did you hear about Operation Redo? Katie, who plays Harry Potter
Pop Quiz:
Briefly answer the following to prove that you have read the Rules and FAQs. The rules are especially important, because any application that breaks one of the game's rules will be summarily rejected. (The rules that pertain to applications as well as game play are rules 3, 4, and 9).
1. When does this game take place? During 1975-1976
2. How many Future Students are there? Twelve
3. How often should you post? At least once every two weeks.
4. What is a Legens? An entry that anyone can comment upon.
5. Where do you post letters from your character to someone else? In the personal journal, just use "Owl to" in the cut tag.
6. What should you do with your character's journal if you decide to leave the game? E-mail the password to the mods so that someone else may use it in the future