Post by Ricky Benton on Feb 7, 2009 4:16:24 GMT
OH, I dropped the ball on this one, sorry "Reno" my apologies on this one man. At the moment we don't have Marine units/sign ups/etc. but I see no reason that an army rank for the time being would be an issue and that when Marines are introduced you could be swapped over. How does Sergeant sound to you? That was rhetorical as I'm gonna give you that rank and accept your account in the next couple minutes and you might not show up before I finish it.
-JT
Name:
Rikki "Reno" Benton
Nationality:
USA
What Army will Your Character Serve Beneath?
USA
Character History:
A struggling orphan living in Okinawa, Japan born to an United States Marine Father and Japanese Mother. As a child he had to stay with his parents, Kiona & Richard, with his beloved sister , Ashley, in the northern part of the slums.With the absence of her father on many deployments, their Mother began to began to neglect them with a lasting prejudice and decided to abandon them. Alone in the harsh streets of Japan, Rikki promised his little sister that he'd always take care of her. Hanging on to his promise, Rikki was forced to survive by learning lucrative aspects of Fur trade way from a wise man named Lei, who adopted them when his trapping talents where discovered. At that time, his sister Tenshi was concentrating on the study of under his guidance.
Growing up away from his family made Rikki focus upon himself more and more. The rough tutelage of Lei, in the ways of survival, created a tough ruthlessness inside him. Growing ever physically stronger as the seasons past, Rikki became skilled at using his physical environment around him in tandem with his abilities. While miles away, Tenshi was learning the qualities of deception and trickery through political discourse, Rikki was learning of the rawness of physical labor and patience of a skilled Rifleman.
Since his first learned of the US Allied Forces and of his skill he was always fascinated in the way of the Americans. Hoping he would soon discover if he had what it takes, he was always showing off his skills to Tenshi and praticed by himself to train his skills. He spent most of his time Training & Studying English with his sister on how to further develop his speech.
The siblings Benton are two sides of the same coin. While Riki is older and more prone to straight out physical assaults Tenshi was the thinker who uses deceptions and illusions to sidle up and strike. Though competent on her own, Tenshi was always dependent on the physicality of her older brother when fighting straight up with other opponents. In turn, Rikki was always dependent on his sister to cause confusion on the field and create opportunities for Rikki to attack. Though both were quite individuals, their dedication to each other was unflinching.
Both at home in the woods, one a soldier by training, the other a student of nature and deceit, the siblings Benton were quite the team.
But one day, all the hopes and dreams of the two would vanish for an eternity...
-----
It was the third day and final day on Riki’s trip home. Lei had sent word to return home to in order to discuss some major changes that would determine the outcome of their future. In the message, Lei had mentioned that he had been aware of Riki’s dream of joining the US military like his Father. Lei had been saving for his trip there .
Riki was not privy to why he was doing this but he was not one to question Lei's choices. He thought Tenshi was going to follow him but she had her own dream into the political arena.
With that Riki and Tenshi had went their separate ways. As Riki waved his final goodbyes from a Cruise ship he yelled.
“I’ll write you letters, don’t forget me Sis!”
Tears rolled down his cheeks as stared across the sea, wondering what adventures await him on the other side.
Personality: Outside of the field, He has always been the egotistical extremist in situations, unable to control his emotions. Ricky is very outgoing and loud to most people, he likes to maintain a hype style, worrying not about none other than what matters to him. He isn't afraid to speak his mind, and often decides to in most situations, making him a very open person to most. While in the field, He is often drawn into stopping tensions that don't really concern him. His constant extreme attitude triggers unexpected reactions from others. Despite the fact that he has his own agenda to settle within himself , he seems to care much for others' concerns. He shows little remorse for his actions, believing he is not suppose to focus on the past but act on the present. Not being one to think matters through, he is known to act on impulse rather than reasoning.
At heart Rikki is a very honest dedicated young man, he loves learning new things and gaining wisdom. He is a very smart man though, its just he possesses a grunt spirit. His main flaw is that he is constantly haunted with the terrors of war. He is disgusted of being judged by his race by other soldiers. He is quick to adapt to all types of environments and uses his survival instincts to guide him in a fight. His love for the battle is a recognizable trait shown especially in his flicker of a grin.
While in combat, he does focus on his target and puts it above everything. Between drawing artistic sketches and Sniping target's with his Springfield , he finds time in his life to make conversation just to keep the day flowing well while motivating his fellow brothers in arms. Naturally a very positive person, assuming everything will go well if he says it will, even though sometimes it doesn't. He catches himself unwilling tending to help others in need, but eventually in the end it is always for a price. He will always repay his debt when he says and is definitely a man of his word. These traits have gained him recognition for his leadership qualities.
Although outer appearances are deceiving, under that cool exterior is a cold and brutal grunt by nature who will stop at nothing to get what he wants.
Age: 23
Height:5"9'
Weight:147 lbs
Hair: Black
Eyes:Dark brown
Military Rank:
Whichever rank you see fit by the quality of my roleplay. ( as a USMC D.E.P.r I would like to have a USMC character that falls under MArine Corps Rank structure if that would be ok.)
Military MOS: 0331 (Machine Gunner)
Writing Sample:
A chilling breeze snaked through the dense forest reminding Rikki that he was almost home. There was something else on the breeze though, not so much a smell, but a comforting familiarity.
As Rikki continued deeper into the wilderness, a since of being observed fell over him. Slowing his movements to a crawl, Riki advanced like a panther, ears opened to the slightest disturbances. He knew there was someone or something out here.
Rikki stopped and crouched down low, becoming as still as a stone. The sensation was increasing like the swell of a wave before it breaks on the shore.
A light rustling came from the bushes immediately to his left. Not moving a muscle, Rikki slowed his breathing and concentrated on the sound. A twig snapped in the overgrowth to his right. He realized he was being pinned and needed to get to higher ground.
Looking up towards the heavens, Riki saw the limbs of a large tree spidering through the canopy. Positioned in his crouch, Riki tensed his legs like steel springs and launched himself to the first branch about ten feet of the ground.
Like a child born of the forest, he ascended the tree in a matter of moments, finding a perch about halfway up the wooden colossus. A bird of prey, he scanned the growth below, looking for the cause of the disturbance.
An acorn bounced off his head. Startled, he looked up quickly.
On a branch eight feet directly above him, where moments ago nothing had been, stood two shadowy figure. Wearing Japanese uniform with long, ghost white hair, a unarmed man stood frightened by the American raid on the pacific.
There was no mistaking the eyes. They were his eyes as well. The eyes of a youngJapanese soldier. Riki hesitating to fire at the Japanese soldier. Riki sighed , lowered his weapon, and walked past the boy to catch up with his squad.
-JT
Name:
Rikki "Reno" Benton
Nationality:
USA
What Army will Your Character Serve Beneath?
USA
Character History:
A struggling orphan living in Okinawa, Japan born to an United States Marine Father and Japanese Mother. As a child he had to stay with his parents, Kiona & Richard, with his beloved sister , Ashley, in the northern part of the slums.With the absence of her father on many deployments, their Mother began to began to neglect them with a lasting prejudice and decided to abandon them. Alone in the harsh streets of Japan, Rikki promised his little sister that he'd always take care of her. Hanging on to his promise, Rikki was forced to survive by learning lucrative aspects of Fur trade way from a wise man named Lei, who adopted them when his trapping talents where discovered. At that time, his sister Tenshi was concentrating on the study of under his guidance.
Growing up away from his family made Rikki focus upon himself more and more. The rough tutelage of Lei, in the ways of survival, created a tough ruthlessness inside him. Growing ever physically stronger as the seasons past, Rikki became skilled at using his physical environment around him in tandem with his abilities. While miles away, Tenshi was learning the qualities of deception and trickery through political discourse, Rikki was learning of the rawness of physical labor and patience of a skilled Rifleman.
Since his first learned of the US Allied Forces and of his skill he was always fascinated in the way of the Americans. Hoping he would soon discover if he had what it takes, he was always showing off his skills to Tenshi and praticed by himself to train his skills. He spent most of his time Training & Studying English with his sister on how to further develop his speech.
The siblings Benton are two sides of the same coin. While Riki is older and more prone to straight out physical assaults Tenshi was the thinker who uses deceptions and illusions to sidle up and strike. Though competent on her own, Tenshi was always dependent on the physicality of her older brother when fighting straight up with other opponents. In turn, Rikki was always dependent on his sister to cause confusion on the field and create opportunities for Rikki to attack. Though both were quite individuals, their dedication to each other was unflinching.
Both at home in the woods, one a soldier by training, the other a student of nature and deceit, the siblings Benton were quite the team.
But one day, all the hopes and dreams of the two would vanish for an eternity...
-----
It was the third day and final day on Riki’s trip home. Lei had sent word to return home to in order to discuss some major changes that would determine the outcome of their future. In the message, Lei had mentioned that he had been aware of Riki’s dream of joining the US military like his Father. Lei had been saving for his trip there .
Riki was not privy to why he was doing this but he was not one to question Lei's choices. He thought Tenshi was going to follow him but she had her own dream into the political arena.
With that Riki and Tenshi had went their separate ways. As Riki waved his final goodbyes from a Cruise ship he yelled.
“I’ll write you letters, don’t forget me Sis!”
Tears rolled down his cheeks as stared across the sea, wondering what adventures await him on the other side.
Personality: Outside of the field, He has always been the egotistical extremist in situations, unable to control his emotions. Ricky is very outgoing and loud to most people, he likes to maintain a hype style, worrying not about none other than what matters to him. He isn't afraid to speak his mind, and often decides to in most situations, making him a very open person to most. While in the field, He is often drawn into stopping tensions that don't really concern him. His constant extreme attitude triggers unexpected reactions from others. Despite the fact that he has his own agenda to settle within himself , he seems to care much for others' concerns. He shows little remorse for his actions, believing he is not suppose to focus on the past but act on the present. Not being one to think matters through, he is known to act on impulse rather than reasoning.
At heart Rikki is a very honest dedicated young man, he loves learning new things and gaining wisdom. He is a very smart man though, its just he possesses a grunt spirit. His main flaw is that he is constantly haunted with the terrors of war. He is disgusted of being judged by his race by other soldiers. He is quick to adapt to all types of environments and uses his survival instincts to guide him in a fight. His love for the battle is a recognizable trait shown especially in his flicker of a grin.
While in combat, he does focus on his target and puts it above everything. Between drawing artistic sketches and Sniping target's with his Springfield , he finds time in his life to make conversation just to keep the day flowing well while motivating his fellow brothers in arms. Naturally a very positive person, assuming everything will go well if he says it will, even though sometimes it doesn't. He catches himself unwilling tending to help others in need, but eventually in the end it is always for a price. He will always repay his debt when he says and is definitely a man of his word. These traits have gained him recognition for his leadership qualities.
Although outer appearances are deceiving, under that cool exterior is a cold and brutal grunt by nature who will stop at nothing to get what he wants.
Age: 23
Height:5"9'
Weight:147 lbs
Hair: Black
Eyes:Dark brown
Military Rank:
Whichever rank you see fit by the quality of my roleplay. ( as a USMC D.E.P.r I would like to have a USMC character that falls under MArine Corps Rank structure if that would be ok.)
Military MOS: 0331 (Machine Gunner)
Writing Sample:
A chilling breeze snaked through the dense forest reminding Rikki that he was almost home. There was something else on the breeze though, not so much a smell, but a comforting familiarity.
As Rikki continued deeper into the wilderness, a since of being observed fell over him. Slowing his movements to a crawl, Riki advanced like a panther, ears opened to the slightest disturbances. He knew there was someone or something out here.
Rikki stopped and crouched down low, becoming as still as a stone. The sensation was increasing like the swell of a wave before it breaks on the shore.
A light rustling came from the bushes immediately to his left. Not moving a muscle, Rikki slowed his breathing and concentrated on the sound. A twig snapped in the overgrowth to his right. He realized he was being pinned and needed to get to higher ground.
Looking up towards the heavens, Riki saw the limbs of a large tree spidering through the canopy. Positioned in his crouch, Riki tensed his legs like steel springs and launched himself to the first branch about ten feet of the ground.
Like a child born of the forest, he ascended the tree in a matter of moments, finding a perch about halfway up the wooden colossus. A bird of prey, he scanned the growth below, looking for the cause of the disturbance.
An acorn bounced off his head. Startled, he looked up quickly.
On a branch eight feet directly above him, where moments ago nothing had been, stood two shadowy figure. Wearing Japanese uniform with long, ghost white hair, a unarmed man stood frightened by the American raid on the pacific.
There was no mistaking the eyes. They were his eyes as well. The eyes of a youngJapanese soldier. Riki hesitating to fire at the Japanese soldier. Riki sighed , lowered his weapon, and walked past the boy to catch up with his squad.
