Hale ☛ Gunslinger (peterhale) wrote in dp_apps, @ 2011-04-25 22:42:00 |
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basic information Name: Peter Donovan Hale Nickname(s): Everyone knows and addresses him as Hale. It would be a very bad idea to call him Peter without being granted permission first. Age: Thirty-Nine Race: Mortal Profession: Gunslinger Current Residence: Silver City Affiliation: The Royal Order of Gunslingers and his family. Sexuality: Heterosexual appearance One look at Hale and you see a man who has obviously been through a rough life. His complexion is ruddy with rough skin that has not led a pampered and well-cared for existence. Though he is just barely six feet tall, his frame is muscular and extremely sturdy. He keeps his brown hair relatively short; not buzz cut, but enough to run his hands through it. His blue-grey eyes are truly the only part of him that gives a glimpse at the softer nature deep inside. As far as his clothing style, Hale will always choose simplicity over style. He usually opts for a simple dark t-shirt and well-worn jeans. He's not afraid to dress up, but he figures why bother when his clothes are probably going to get ruined anyway. Distinguishing Marks: He has the word "Veritas" tattooed on his left forearm. On his right hand, positioned next to his thumb and behind her pointer finger, is a small tattoo of a revolver. There scars in various places all over his body, some deeper and darker than others. Played-By: Karl Urban personality There are two distinct sides to Hale; the side that he presents to the world and the side that is saved for those closest to him. Most are familiar with the hard outer shell. This side of Hale is often quiet and reserved -- putting consideration into his every word before he speaks. Some would describe this side of him as hard and cold, writing him off as a bastard with no emotion. Others are aware that this exterior is only intended to protect the softer side of him. Those who know him as Peter know a man that is drastically different. He is a sensitive and compassionate person, who would die before he allowed someone he cared for to come to harm. Where others who don't know Hale would find him impatient when expected to listen to someone else, those on familiar terms with him find someone with a willing and sympathetic ear. If there is one thing that can be agreed on by everyone it is that Hale's life is his job. From an early age he was taught the law, which was reinforced by a strong set of principals and morals. To Hale, a man is defined by his actions and he would never act in a manner that would cause him to be described as anything other than an upstanding lawman. Such a strong moral compass has caused Hale to see the world distinctly in black and white. There are good people and there are bad people; people who break the law and those that abide by it. It's almost impossible for him to see anything in terms of grey. magic and abilities Magical Ability: None. Weaknesses: Though he has learned to compensate for it, Hale suffers from a moderate case of hearing damage. His left side hearing is slightly muffled, as though there is a cotton ball in his ear; His right ear, however, is almost completely shot. Hale will often pretend as though his hearing is fine -- answering questions or laughing at jokes he didn't hear -- so that no one will notice his weakness. Also, he would never admit to it, but Hale has a serious damsel in distress problem. All it takes is a pretty face and a decent sob story and he will do whatever he can to help. Weaponry / Training: Hale is very well versed in the law, which goes without saying. He is also a skilled marksman and is capable of shooting with both his left and right hands. His primary weapon is a Colt 1911. As a secondary weapon, Hale carries a Baretta 93R which he can set to a one round or three round burst -- this is his "the shit has hit the fan" weapon. His Colt is loaded with standard Blessed Silver-Steel bullets, while the Baretta is loaded with the Blessed Hollow-Points filled with liquid silver nitrate. Other Skills: Since his entire life has been devoted to training to be a Gunslinger, Hale hasn't developed many other skills. background David Hale came from a long line of Gunslingers, so it only made sense that when he married and began a family that he should pass those traditions on to his children. Peter and his sister, Lilian, were taught the law from a very young age. Thier early life was shaped by a strict enforcement of morals. The Hale children were raised with very high expectations for how they should behave. Being the eldest, Peter thrived in such an environment. He lived to make his parents proud; everyday was a new chance to prove himself. His sister, however, did not enjoy such restrictions in her childhood or the fact that she had a perfect brother to be compared to. Peter never understood why his sister rebelled against their parents at every turn, but it didn't stop him from loving her and always wanted to protect her. More times than he could count on both hands he found himself in school yard fights, getting Lilian out of some kind of trouble that she inevitably found herself in. Peter's dream had always been to become a Gunslinger, so it was only a matter of time before he became a sworn member. He was bright, naive young man who had barely seen much of life. These first few years saw a different lawmen than most know now. He was more openly compassionate, using his empathy as a tool to handle all the cases that were sent his way. Though he believed in right and wrong, he also believed in second chances. Peter was just barely into his twenties when he learned of his sisters illicit activities. Rumors had found their way to his ears that Lilian was selling herself to vampires; not the regal, save face vampires that made up the well known covens in Inora, but instead the back alley, leave you for dead if they felt like it vampires. He was furious that his sister would fall so far. Peter did everything he could think of to save his sister, both inside and outside of his duties to the law. Unfortunately, Lilian did not want saving. The day he discovered she had died, a large part of him died with her. The innocent, bright eyed young man he once had been was gone. He began to go by Hale and with this new name came a new Gunslinger; he was harder and more ruthless when it came to the law. More than seventeen years have passed and Peter has changed very little. He hears the whispers of a war between the demons and vampires, but he cares little about their affairs. His true concern is only seeing that the law is enforced so that no one has to suffer the loss he has experienced. relationships Parents: Cassandra and David Hale Siblings: Lilian Hale (younger sister, deceased) Significant Other: None, at the moment. Allies: The Gunslingers Close Friends: Enemies: |