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by Celtaeus 7/9/2016, 6:36 pmName: Daniel Brennan Peterson
Gender: Male
Mortal Parent: Michael Nicholas Peterson
God Parent: Demeter
Date of Birth: September 10, 2000 ( Age 16)
Place of Birth: Adams County, Ohio
Hometown/Last Residence: Adams County, Ohio
Race/ethnicity: Irish American
Accent: Midwestern
Skin Tone: Bronzed tan
Eye Color: Dark brown, the color of freshly tilled soil
Hair Color: Black
Hair Length: Fairly short hair, it's always cut before it goes past mid neck
Height: 5'9"
Weight: 165 lbs.
Body Type: Mesomorphic. He's naturally lean and muscular
Appearance: Daniel is taller and in better shape than most his age. Working on his father's farm has given him a variety of scars from various tools, as well as a missing pinky finger that got ripped off when he tried getting a rock out of a thresher without supervision. His shoulders are broad and strong, his muscles will remain as long as he continues his level of exercise, and his height is above average. He appears perpetually angry, despite being much the opposite. His nose has been broken, and never quite healed right, causing it to tilt slightly. His brow juts out a bit over his eyes, and he typically looks like he's been rolling around in dirt.
Weapon: Daniel prefers to fight with a farming scythe of all things, as he's not that familiar with any weapon other than a firearm, and he's used scythes on the farm for harvesting.
Armor: Standard celestial bronze armor, though he refuses to wear his helmet
Pet(s): None, though on the farm he has a Cat named Buster
Skills/Talents: He can ride horses well, he's fantastic with plants, and has trained in boxing and wrestling since he was very little. He also knows minor first aid. He has a decent voice if you can convince him to sing
Flaws: Daniel is extremely stubborn, he rarely takes advice to heart, and once he's made up his mind almost nobody can change it. He's a bit insensitive at times as well, not because he doesn't care, but because life is hard, and there's no use coddling people. When there's something that needs to be done, he does it with single minded determination, often neglecting those around him until it's finished.
Strengths: Incredibly hard working and dedicated. Kind to everyone he meets, until he thinks they no longer deserve it. He offers support whenever he can to those who need it. Very loyal to the ones he cares for. Fairly humble.
Weaknesses: Carrying conversations, Subtlety, and confidence
Likes: Music, the outdoors, riding horses, dirtbikes, Soccer, and hanging out with friends
Dislikes: The cold, bullies, lazy people, and liars
Fears: Snakes, fire, and public speaking
Personality: Daniel is oddly serious for his age. He's quite stubborn, and very dedicated to his friends. He hates being the center of attention, and he's somewhat shy. In situations where he has to address a crowd, he'll do it, but afterwards he'll be shaking like a leaf and probably run off to find a place to calm down. He can be insensitive when it comes to the problems of others, simply because everyone has problems. He's more likely to keep you company than try to make you feel better, though if he does, it's a good sign of how important you are to him. Incredibly single minded if there's work to be done, he will often stay up all night just to finish a job that wasn't going anywhere. Being around him can be awkward if you're used to a lot of conversation, he's more of the type to enjoy a pleasant silence. He is incredibly loyal, and if someone he cares about asks him to do something, he'll do his best no matter what. Even at risk to his own safety and security.
Abilities: Communication with nature spirits, knowledge of herbal medicines
Powers: 1. Can will nearby tree roots to grow up and out of the ground to trip up and/or slow enemies (3 post build up, 5 post cooldown) 2. Using seeds, Daniel can quickly grow a wall of thorny briar bushes 4 feet tall and 10 feet wide (4 post build up, 6 post cool down; using this power results in Daniel becoming fatigued as if he had run a long distance [4 use per topic limit]) 3. Without using seeds, Daniel can find up to five edible plants in the area and cause them to rapidly grow to full size, and spread seeds in the event of a lack of food. (3 post build up, 7 post cool down. This power causes Daniel to collapse after the three post build up, and afterwards, he requires immediate ambrosia and nectar)
Social Status: Something of an enigma. He is seen as a jock at times, though he rarely spends time with them outside of his soccer practices and games.
Summer or Year Rounder: Summer, his dad always wants him to come back home for harvest time and the planting season
Years at Camp: 4
Life Before Camp: Daniel's life before camp was simple. Wake up at the crack of dawn, help out on the farm until lunch, eat while being homeschooled, then back to work. He rarely had time for friends, and the friends he did have, lived miles away. His dad Michael owned the farm, and it had been passed down in the family for generations. His dad never talked much about his mom, and told Daniel to get back to work whenever he asked too many questions. In a way, it was a good life. He grew up learning all about plants, the different seasons, and how to care for various animals around the farm. He learned to recognize the difference between a day spent working, and a day spent having fun with working. He never really wanted for anything, all he needed was there on the farm, and he had never left the state in his life.
Occasionally, there would be a short day vacation, but it was never anywhere special. So when his dad woke him up one night and told him he needed to run to the neighbor's house, he panicked. His dad never woke him up in the middle of the night, especially so soon after planting. He tried asking questions, but his dad just set his jaw and told him to not waste any more time, and to do exactly as his neighbor said.
His closest neighbor was a man who looked about 19, had apparently inherited the place from a relative. His name was Kenny Anders, and he stuck out like a sore thumb in the country. He was waiting on his porch for Daniel to arrive, his electric car sitting in the grass. After a few minutes of arguing, Daniel hopped into the car with him and left the only life he had ever known.
Role-playing Example: The sun was shining high in the sky, the clouds drifting lazily past as the sweat dripped from Daniel's face. Today was a great day to be working in the fields. There was a slight breeze that lifted his spirits, and he had work to do. Using his shirt to mop his face, the boy looked around. There weren't many other campers that helped out in the strawberry fields whenever the opportunity arose. Most just helped out when they were needed. For Daniel though, the work always reminded him of home. There were a few Satyrs out and about playing tunes to coax the strawberries to grow more, and he appreciated it. His dad had always carried a portable radio on his hip when they were working. Said working without a good song was just work, dull and lifeless. "A farmer can't be dull and lifeless Daniel. The plants deserve more than that, and so do you."
In all honesty, Daniel felt uncomfortable being gone for half the year. His dad needed the help, and there weren't many back home that would work for the wages Michael could pay them. He had protested about it the last time he was home, but his dad just laughed and said "I did it long before you were born, boy. You think I'm not strong enough to run my own land?" It had only been a month, and he already missed Ohio. He felt split between his two homes. Camp was fantastic, and truthfully, it was more fun than living on the farm had been. It also came with a lot of painful truths that made Ohio look like Olympus. Daniel thought that four years would be enough to get used to some of the hardship, but it wasn't meant to be. Turning back to the job at hand, he let out a deep breath and kept laying down fertilizer. Whistling while he worked, Daniel was prepared for what he hoped would be a fun, stress free year at Camp.
Gender: Male
Mortal Parent: Michael Nicholas Peterson
God Parent: Demeter
Date of Birth: September 10, 2000 ( Age 16)
Place of Birth: Adams County, Ohio
Hometown/Last Residence: Adams County, Ohio
Race/ethnicity: Irish American
Accent: Midwestern
Skin Tone: Bronzed tan
Eye Color: Dark brown, the color of freshly tilled soil
Hair Color: Black
Hair Length: Fairly short hair, it's always cut before it goes past mid neck
Height: 5'9"
Weight: 165 lbs.
Body Type: Mesomorphic. He's naturally lean and muscular
Appearance: Daniel is taller and in better shape than most his age. Working on his father's farm has given him a variety of scars from various tools, as well as a missing pinky finger that got ripped off when he tried getting a rock out of a thresher without supervision. His shoulders are broad and strong, his muscles will remain as long as he continues his level of exercise, and his height is above average. He appears perpetually angry, despite being much the opposite. His nose has been broken, and never quite healed right, causing it to tilt slightly. His brow juts out a bit over his eyes, and he typically looks like he's been rolling around in dirt.
Weapon: Daniel prefers to fight with a farming scythe of all things, as he's not that familiar with any weapon other than a firearm, and he's used scythes on the farm for harvesting.
Armor: Standard celestial bronze armor, though he refuses to wear his helmet
Pet(s): None, though on the farm he has a Cat named Buster
Skills/Talents: He can ride horses well, he's fantastic with plants, and has trained in boxing and wrestling since he was very little. He also knows minor first aid. He has a decent voice if you can convince him to sing
Flaws: Daniel is extremely stubborn, he rarely takes advice to heart, and once he's made up his mind almost nobody can change it. He's a bit insensitive at times as well, not because he doesn't care, but because life is hard, and there's no use coddling people. When there's something that needs to be done, he does it with single minded determination, often neglecting those around him until it's finished.
Strengths: Incredibly hard working and dedicated. Kind to everyone he meets, until he thinks they no longer deserve it. He offers support whenever he can to those who need it. Very loyal to the ones he cares for. Fairly humble.
Weaknesses: Carrying conversations, Subtlety, and confidence
Likes: Music, the outdoors, riding horses, dirtbikes, Soccer, and hanging out with friends
Dislikes: The cold, bullies, lazy people, and liars
Fears: Snakes, fire, and public speaking
Personality: Daniel is oddly serious for his age. He's quite stubborn, and very dedicated to his friends. He hates being the center of attention, and he's somewhat shy. In situations where he has to address a crowd, he'll do it, but afterwards he'll be shaking like a leaf and probably run off to find a place to calm down. He can be insensitive when it comes to the problems of others, simply because everyone has problems. He's more likely to keep you company than try to make you feel better, though if he does, it's a good sign of how important you are to him. Incredibly single minded if there's work to be done, he will often stay up all night just to finish a job that wasn't going anywhere. Being around him can be awkward if you're used to a lot of conversation, he's more of the type to enjoy a pleasant silence. He is incredibly loyal, and if someone he cares about asks him to do something, he'll do his best no matter what. Even at risk to his own safety and security.
Abilities: Communication with nature spirits, knowledge of herbal medicines
Powers: 1. Can will nearby tree roots to grow up and out of the ground to trip up and/or slow enemies (3 post build up, 5 post cooldown) 2. Using seeds, Daniel can quickly grow a wall of thorny briar bushes 4 feet tall and 10 feet wide (4 post build up, 6 post cool down; using this power results in Daniel becoming fatigued as if he had run a long distance [4 use per topic limit]) 3. Without using seeds, Daniel can find up to five edible plants in the area and cause them to rapidly grow to full size, and spread seeds in the event of a lack of food. (3 post build up, 7 post cool down. This power causes Daniel to collapse after the three post build up, and afterwards, he requires immediate ambrosia and nectar)
Social Status: Something of an enigma. He is seen as a jock at times, though he rarely spends time with them outside of his soccer practices and games.
Summer or Year Rounder: Summer, his dad always wants him to come back home for harvest time and the planting season
Years at Camp: 4
Life Before Camp: Daniel's life before camp was simple. Wake up at the crack of dawn, help out on the farm until lunch, eat while being homeschooled, then back to work. He rarely had time for friends, and the friends he did have, lived miles away. His dad Michael owned the farm, and it had been passed down in the family for generations. His dad never talked much about his mom, and told Daniel to get back to work whenever he asked too many questions. In a way, it was a good life. He grew up learning all about plants, the different seasons, and how to care for various animals around the farm. He learned to recognize the difference between a day spent working, and a day spent having fun with working. He never really wanted for anything, all he needed was there on the farm, and he had never left the state in his life.
Occasionally, there would be a short day vacation, but it was never anywhere special. So when his dad woke him up one night and told him he needed to run to the neighbor's house, he panicked. His dad never woke him up in the middle of the night, especially so soon after planting. He tried asking questions, but his dad just set his jaw and told him to not waste any more time, and to do exactly as his neighbor said.
His closest neighbor was a man who looked about 19, had apparently inherited the place from a relative. His name was Kenny Anders, and he stuck out like a sore thumb in the country. He was waiting on his porch for Daniel to arrive, his electric car sitting in the grass. After a few minutes of arguing, Daniel hopped into the car with him and left the only life he had ever known.
Role-playing Example: The sun was shining high in the sky, the clouds drifting lazily past as the sweat dripped from Daniel's face. Today was a great day to be working in the fields. There was a slight breeze that lifted his spirits, and he had work to do. Using his shirt to mop his face, the boy looked around. There weren't many other campers that helped out in the strawberry fields whenever the opportunity arose. Most just helped out when they were needed. For Daniel though, the work always reminded him of home. There were a few Satyrs out and about playing tunes to coax the strawberries to grow more, and he appreciated it. His dad had always carried a portable radio on his hip when they were working. Said working without a good song was just work, dull and lifeless. "A farmer can't be dull and lifeless Daniel. The plants deserve more than that, and so do you."
In all honesty, Daniel felt uncomfortable being gone for half the year. His dad needed the help, and there weren't many back home that would work for the wages Michael could pay them. He had protested about it the last time he was home, but his dad just laughed and said "I did it long before you were born, boy. You think I'm not strong enough to run my own land?" It had only been a month, and he already missed Ohio. He felt split between his two homes. Camp was fantastic, and truthfully, it was more fun than living on the farm had been. It also came with a lot of painful truths that made Ohio look like Olympus. Daniel thought that four years would be enough to get used to some of the hardship, but it wasn't meant to be. Turning back to the job at hand, he let out a deep breath and kept laying down fertilizer. Whistling while he worked, Daniel was prepared for what he hoped would be a fun, stress free year at Camp.
Last edited by Celtaeus on 7/9/2016, 8:29 pm; edited 1 time in total (Reason for editing : Details, yo)
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