In need of a played by home for this boy! I'm seeking an active place that is slash friendly and up for offering story lines!
Name: Asher 'Skinny' Langton Sexuality: Gay Age/Birth date: 26, June 15th, 1981 Occupation: Bassist and Backing Vocals in local 'Gothic Metal' band, Enemies of Us (EOS), Local Disc Jockey by the name 'Skinny', part time college student finishing studies in Music and Arts (takes on the occasional bass tutor roll for a bit of extra cash); also known as a personal promoter of up-and-coming bands both in and out of the Gothic scene. Biography:
Asher was born and raised in Stockholm, Sweden. He grew up in a diverse family due to his parents seemingly uncontrollable need to adopt children from around the world- making Asher and his younger brother Adrian the only two biological children had by their mother before deciding that the earth went around with enough natural born babies needing homes. Asher was the eldest of siblings in a house of ten- including himself and his parents. His siblings, while gentle by heart, put a strain on the family budget and inevitably forced Asher to obtain two jobs right out of High School.
Unlike most of his relatives however, Asher was always seen as a bit of a lone wolf- supportive when needed but bent on retaining his individuality among the masses of human bodies baring the same last name. It came as little surprise to his parents when he developed a taste for the 'wild side' during his sixth grade classes and retained his approach toward humanities dark haunts as he aged. Ultimately Asher would find himself being taunted at school- either labeled a 'goth' or 'emo' as many young children dubbed it. However Asher's patience gained through constant interaction (and shopping trips) with his siblings gave him a much relaxed nature and despite many efforts to spur him into conflict, most young rivals found themselves left without a single fist thrown. As a bright young boy, he would make strong efforts to attend Band Classes- his passion beside painting- as a means of expressing his own emotions; a channel to keep himself in check that no doubt saved his sanity at home.
By the age of 21, Asher had gained his parents permission to leave home in search of his own life...after much begging and pleading, of course! Numerous talks down the line and a one way plane ticket later, the bright eyed Swedish boy relocated himself into the Big Apple where he sought kindred in the few souls who found love in music and compelling arts. He would ultimately discover a small collective group that would eventually form the body of EOS or Enemies of Us, a gathering of darker souls who bled music- not blood, and pushed for an understanding of the arts as a means of self expression onces more while crafting witty story lines through their songs. "It's a living story," Asher would comment when questioned. "We just write what comes to us and sit down to discuss what established characters would do. In a way, we're expressing ourselves through alternate beings. It's sort of like having a shell so you don't get punched in the face!"
Like his band mates beside him, Asher would establish his 'character' for their various stage acts during sets and become well known as 'Skinny'- a name derived both from his lanky appearance and the long, draping curtain of dread locks he had spent so many years growing. This 'alternate self' would overshadow his birth name as time went on and eventually Asher would be known as Skinny to multiple friends and fans of their underground band.
His disc jockey career was spurred to life through the nudging of the band's vocalist who realized that their little 'Swed-y' had a nice taste in the more underground stream of Gothic music. Thus, Skinny's side job was obtained to help support the band while his mates would continue on with their 'normal' 9 to 5's.
Having been in New York for almost six years now, Skinny has allowed himself to build a small 401k fund while spending money on his monthly rent- and although he hopes EOS will someday make it big, he's happy playing to the locale Gothic community that finds themselves being pushed aside by the rest of the world.
In light of things he has, however, kept some contact with his family- although having found himself stepping out of the closet and entering not just the Gothic community but the gay community as well almost five years ago, Skinny has been hesitant to admit to his parents that he is looking for a male partner- not a wife. Unable to bare the weight of knowing he will crush his mother's heart, he has kept the guise that their just 'hasn't been the one' yet even though Skinny has been dating various young men for years. Currently lacking in the relationship field, Skinny happily parties with his band and can often been found hanging out- drunkenly- at the local clubs beside his boys' as they try to point out who the cutest man in the room happens to be.
Notice: I can change the setting from New York to something else. :P