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□ Name: Percy Jackson
□ Series: Percy Jackson And The Olympians/Heroes Of Olympus
□ Canon point: The end of Mark Of Athena, immediately after falling into Tartarus.
□ History: here.
□ Personality:
Clever and funny, Percy Jackson immediately establishes himself as a sharp, observant kid, relatable to his intended audience. The humor and snark aren’t just narrative tools, though--any doubts regarding Percy’s nature quickly put to rest in the second series, where the translation from first to third person along with observations from alternate points of view make it clear that he really is witty, charismatic and bright; an engaging conversationalist with a razor-sharp sense of humor.
He is also kind, empathetic and idealistic; every demigod has a fatal flaw, something that can sway even their strongest convictions, and Percy’s is personal loyalty. He loves thoroughly, ardently and with extreme prejudice, diving in headfirst and screw the risks when someone he cares about is in trouble. He has traveled cross-country to rescue his mother from the underworld, held the weight of the sky by one hand, descended into Daedalus’ labyrinth, and fought Kronos, the lord of the Titans, all for the sake of the people precious to him and all without thinking twice. This unfaltering loyalty culminates in him falling into Tartarus, the deepest layer of the underworld and reserved for the most profound evil, rather than let go of the hand of the girl he loves.
Percy’s compassion isn’t limited to those close to him, either. He makes a subconscious habit of befriending and protecting those who don’t have anyone else to stand up with them; in the first book, this is Grover, his satyr protector. Disguised as a handicapped middle schooler who’s been held back a few grades, Percy took a shine to him immediately, acknowledging that he’s an easy target for petty bullying but still considering him his best friend. Fairly easy-going, it takes a lot to get Percy’s temper going, but picking on someone (especially someone he likes) is an infallible way to set him off--and once he’s been set off, he is almost literally a force of nature.
Although he’s patient and laid-back, he is dyslexic and has ADHD, which gives him trouble with impulse control; nine times out of ten, he’ll push the red button before he even realizes what he’s doing. He learns to be more careful as he gets older, but his habit of doing before thinking sticks around. Often, this makes him look like an idiot, but he has sharp instincts; more than a few times, he’s saved his friends or his city or even the world by acting on his impulses, tripping over the right answer in a way that almost looks accidental--perhaps even is, on a few occasions.
Percy is quick to adapt, probably because of his impulsivity--he has to be, or he’ll trip over himself and bring everything else crashing down with him. This, combined with instinctual problem-solving, makes him something of a natural leader, although he doesn’t seem to be aware of it and is even a little uncomfortable with expressions of subjugation; for instance, requesting that the pegasi not call him “my lord”, although his favorite still refers to him as “boss”. His leading instinct also gives him a deep sense of responsibility for anyone who’s following him. He tends to feel that it’s his duty to take care of the people who look up to him, to save the people around him who go astray, and if he fails, it leaves him with a deep sense of guilt. He endures, though, and rather than wallow, he gets up and tries again--and will continue to do so no matter how many times he gets pushed to the ground until he succeeds. Percy is tough, but positive; he shines even in the deepest darkness, although he doesn’t see it in himself--he’s just doing what comes naturally.
□ Age: Sixteen
□ Gender: Male
□ Appearance: Percy has black hair, sea green eyes, and a light tan. Six feet tall and of an average/athletic build, he is noted by a supporting character to look a bit like a skater boy (his hair is shaggy, his body language casual, his muscle toned but not ripped). He's quite handsome, but doesn't appear to realize it or particularly care.
□ Abilities/Powers: As the demigod son of Poseidon, Percy has control over water and ice. He is also immune to water pressure (i.e. he can sit at the bottom of the sea without being crushed), can breathe underwater, never gets wet (and can extend underwater dryness to others), is healed and powered up by contact with water (ocean water is best), and always knows his exact nautical bearings when at sea. He can also communicate with marine life, as well as horses and horse-like beings (such as pegasi), which Poseidon created out of seafoam.
□ Personal Items: Anaklusmos (Riptide), a pen that, when uncapped, becomes a sword forged from celestial bronze, a shield made for him by his brother Tyson that depicts scenes from his various adventures (a wristwatch when not in use), a bright orange Camp Half-Blood t-shirt, a necklace with a bead on it for each year he's been at camp, a bag full of squares of (inactive) ambrosia and a bottle full of (inactive) nectar.
□ Series: Percy Jackson And The Olympians/Heroes Of Olympus
□ Canon point: The end of Mark Of Athena, immediately after falling into Tartarus.
□ History: here.
□ Personality:
Clever and funny, Percy Jackson immediately establishes himself as a sharp, observant kid, relatable to his intended audience. The humor and snark aren’t just narrative tools, though--any doubts regarding Percy’s nature quickly put to rest in the second series, where the translation from first to third person along with observations from alternate points of view make it clear that he really is witty, charismatic and bright; an engaging conversationalist with a razor-sharp sense of humor.
He is also kind, empathetic and idealistic; every demigod has a fatal flaw, something that can sway even their strongest convictions, and Percy’s is personal loyalty. He loves thoroughly, ardently and with extreme prejudice, diving in headfirst and screw the risks when someone he cares about is in trouble. He has traveled cross-country to rescue his mother from the underworld, held the weight of the sky by one hand, descended into Daedalus’ labyrinth, and fought Kronos, the lord of the Titans, all for the sake of the people precious to him and all without thinking twice. This unfaltering loyalty culminates in him falling into Tartarus, the deepest layer of the underworld and reserved for the most profound evil, rather than let go of the hand of the girl he loves.
Percy’s compassion isn’t limited to those close to him, either. He makes a subconscious habit of befriending and protecting those who don’t have anyone else to stand up with them; in the first book, this is Grover, his satyr protector. Disguised as a handicapped middle schooler who’s been held back a few grades, Percy took a shine to him immediately, acknowledging that he’s an easy target for petty bullying but still considering him his best friend. Fairly easy-going, it takes a lot to get Percy’s temper going, but picking on someone (especially someone he likes) is an infallible way to set him off--and once he’s been set off, he is almost literally a force of nature.
Although he’s patient and laid-back, he is dyslexic and has ADHD, which gives him trouble with impulse control; nine times out of ten, he’ll push the red button before he even realizes what he’s doing. He learns to be more careful as he gets older, but his habit of doing before thinking sticks around. Often, this makes him look like an idiot, but he has sharp instincts; more than a few times, he’s saved his friends or his city or even the world by acting on his impulses, tripping over the right answer in a way that almost looks accidental--perhaps even is, on a few occasions.
Percy is quick to adapt, probably because of his impulsivity--he has to be, or he’ll trip over himself and bring everything else crashing down with him. This, combined with instinctual problem-solving, makes him something of a natural leader, although he doesn’t seem to be aware of it and is even a little uncomfortable with expressions of subjugation; for instance, requesting that the pegasi not call him “my lord”, although his favorite still refers to him as “boss”. His leading instinct also gives him a deep sense of responsibility for anyone who’s following him. He tends to feel that it’s his duty to take care of the people who look up to him, to save the people around him who go astray, and if he fails, it leaves him with a deep sense of guilt. He endures, though, and rather than wallow, he gets up and tries again--and will continue to do so no matter how many times he gets pushed to the ground until he succeeds. Percy is tough, but positive; he shines even in the deepest darkness, although he doesn’t see it in himself--he’s just doing what comes naturally.
□ Age: Sixteen
□ Gender: Male
□ Appearance: Percy has black hair, sea green eyes, and a light tan. Six feet tall and of an average/athletic build, he is noted by a supporting character to look a bit like a skater boy (his hair is shaggy, his body language casual, his muscle toned but not ripped). He's quite handsome, but doesn't appear to realize it or particularly care.
□ Abilities/Powers: As the demigod son of Poseidon, Percy has control over water and ice. He is also immune to water pressure (i.e. he can sit at the bottom of the sea without being crushed), can breathe underwater, never gets wet (and can extend underwater dryness to others), is healed and powered up by contact with water (ocean water is best), and always knows his exact nautical bearings when at sea. He can also communicate with marine life, as well as horses and horse-like beings (such as pegasi), which Poseidon created out of seafoam.
□ Personal Items: Anaklusmos (Riptide), a pen that, when uncapped, becomes a sword forged from celestial bronze, a shield made for him by his brother Tyson that depicts scenes from his various adventures (a wristwatch when not in use), a bright orange Camp Half-Blood t-shirt, a necklace with a bead on it for each year he's been at camp, a bag full of squares of (inactive) ambrosia and a bottle full of (inactive) nectar.