Born on the wrong side of the blanket
Averaging a new character a day. Go me! I now have my brother’s laptop which has internet connection which means it should slow down now hopefully and someone else will get a chance.
This is Fabian Augustus Burnbridge. He’s sixteen and the ward of Judge Augustus Burnbridge, and also the illegitimate son of the judge’s sister, Lucy. Fabian is a sickly boy with a weak heart who is constantly under the care of nurses due to his condition and is forever taking medicine. He’s only allowed outside once a week to go to church and visit his mother’s grave.
Despite his illness Fabian is a kind, sweet boy who has very little to amuse him apart from the books in the library and weekly visits from a representative from the Church. He wishes he could go outside more – possibly take a trip to Bath as he’s heard the healing waters there could help restore him, or maybe to the seaside to take in the sea air but his uncle simply won’t hear of it.
Fabian is set to become the fifth earl of Carmarthen although he fears his weak health would prevent him from taking position of the title and he doesn’t want the family line to die out with him, nor for an obscure cousin to use his illegitimacy against him and take the house and inheritance. With that in mind he’s settled to find his uncle a woman to marry although he’s yet to meet anyone who meets his standards.
Plots: I’d love for him to meet Doctor Daniel as Fabian needs a physician to come for check-ups and refills of pills and potions. To have some friends his own age. Maybe Evander? Convincing Judge Augustus to allow him that trip to the seaside and who would tag along?
Characters I’d like to see in game: The housekeeper/head nurse. A formidable and strict older woman who keeps everything in line and prevents Fabian from becoming over-excited (or having any fun!) Maggie Smith pb requested.
A younger, newer maid who wishes to change the way Fabian’s care is delivered and is at odds with both Judge Augustus and the housekeeper, who has the possibility of losing her job hanging over her head if she isn’t careful.
Fabian’s father. A scoundrel and waster who has come back only upon hearing that his son will inherit the family title, but only if the judge doesn’t marry. He wants to take advantage of the young boy’s good nature and prevent any other heir from being born. He plans to live off the inheritance through his son.
PB is Henry Thomas who was Elliot in E.T! My little geeky heart is terribly happy.