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Character Name: Charles Beams Series: Eureka Seven Timeline: Episode 23 (After the mission to take the dying girl to the Vodarac holy lands) Canon Resource Links:Charles | Eureka Seven
Personality: Charles lives alone with his wife, Ray, aboard the ship called Swan. They live a quiet life together, and apart from attending raves and keeping up with the culture, they don't seem to have many friends or interact much with others. Charles seems like a very carefree man who really doesn't take a lot of things seriously. He burps loudly, frequently makes jokes, and isn't afraid to tease people he's just met. While he does give his best on his missions, depending on the mission and the enemy, there can also be a dismissive attitude towards them; he knows that he's capable of completing them, when it's against the military, he isn't afraid to dick around a bit with his opponents, and sometimes steal a little extra for himself and Ray. He knows he's fully capable of leaving his freshly-cooked dinner, completing the mission and still return to a piping hot meal afterward. On the surface, at least, it is hard to see Charles as anything but jovial and happy. Even while he was in the military, visiting Ray in the hospital, and having to remind her of her horrible news, Charles remains upbeat and optimistic. Part of it may be a certain defense mechanism that he's discovered after having seen and done so many horrible things as a part of the military, and part of it may also be attributed to the simple fact that happiness is contagious, and he would much rather see Ray happy. He's not inappropriately happy, and he is capable of being serious in situations that warrant it, but for the most part Charles likes to keep up an optimistic exterior.
Charles is first seen dancing at a rave with Ray, and comments on the beats and construction of the music to Renton, showing that he not only has a very good ear for music, but probably also knows how to mix and create electronic music. He also loves collecting high-tech ref boards, and the LFO that he and Ray use is very technologically advanced, something that he's spent a lot of time working on himself. These are his passions: lifting, music, and Ray. He's an expert on everything that he is passionate about, noticing even the minute details in the music at the rave, keeping up with the rave culture, and modifying his LFO himself to add several unique technologies. Charles takes pride in his work and his passions, even if sometimes it can come off looking like a grown man playing with his toys. He does have an old-fashioned streak, as he keeps an old bolt-action rifle by his side even during LFO fights and likes to finish his opponent off with that rather than his LFO. The rifle itself seems to be more advanced than it looks, seeing as it pierced through LFO armor with no problems.
Both he and Ray were part of the military years ago. Not much is said about what, exactly, Charles did in the military, but it's clear from his excellent combative abilities that he was good at it. (It would seem that Ray was more trained in intelligence and infiltration while Charles has more experience in battle and LFOs.) However, after a particular phenomenon caused Ray to become unable to have children, Charles asked her to marry him and quit with him. He wanted to offer her a better life, and after quitting the military, he became a freelancer, only picking up jobs that fit their own set of morals and on their own timelines. Most of the freelance work they accept seem to be smuggling objects and people, mostly from the military and other more corrupt people. While they do break the law doing so, they never do anything they could view as immoral or evil. (Though, what is immoral can, of course, be up to the individual.)
On the outside, Charles looks like an easy-going man who loves his wife and likes playing with his toys. While he probably isn't as fixated on having children as Ray, he knows it's what she wants, he's very good with children, and definitely would love to have one of his own. There are clear indicators in his personality that prove he would make a great father. He is jovial and friendly, and cares for others, especially innocent children like Renton. None of this is false, but after a man has served as an unit leader in the Special Operations Force (SOF) and has seen as well as caused the deaths of many people, the 'military man' persona never quite leaves. He isn't proud of what he's done in the war, but he does understand the need to survive and kill. Charles holds no remorse for blowing up enemy LFO's during his freelance missions, and when faced with conflicting missions such as taking a terminally sick Vodarac girl off life support and smuggling her into the holy lands where she can die, he doesn't flinch or question. He's seen many horrors, and as a result has hardened a great deal to violence and the horrible things men can do. When the military background surfaces, he can be calculating and ruthless.
It goes without saying that Charles holds no love for the military he left behind. Most of the missions he accepts are against the military. And when another old SOF unit leader comes to him with a mission, he turns Novak down without even listening to what the mission is. It is only after Novak mentions the name "Holland" that Charles accepts. It would seem that, no matter how much he dislikes the military, his dislike for Holland is greater. His other missions, while dangerous and against the law, were fairly easy to handle due to his great skills, but this one mission was one he and Ray were prepared to risk their lives fighting. In fact, both he and Ray swallowed a bomb before beginning this mission; a bomb which Ray activated after Charles was shot to death by Holland in order to escape. Due to his ability to separate his emotions from the missions at hand, how attacking and killing Holland would affect Renton -- a boy that he has come to love and consider as his son -- doesn't seem to phase him at all.
When asked why he killed Charles, Holland told Renton that he, Charles, and Ray knew no other way.
Strengths/Weaknesses: + Great mechanic when it comes to ref boards and his own LFO + Good ear for music, can also mix some of his own + Tactically trained in the military +/- Very good at emotionally removing himself from situations +/- Can be very childlike - Lets his dislike for Holland cloud his judgement sometimes - Not incredibly motivated to do anything he doesn't have a personal interest in
Pokémon Information Affiliation: Trainer Starter: Geodude Password: Raspberry Lemonade
Samples First Person Sample: [ It would seem that, wherever Charles is, he's moving very very fast. He has to shout into the 'Gear in order to be heard over the wind that is flying past him. There's nothing by sky in the background, and occasionally you can see what looks like the wings of a Pidgeot flapping by his side.
He lets out a loud, excited whoop. ]
THIS IS NOTHING LIKE LIFTING, BUT WOOOOO! THERE'S NO FEELING LIKE HAVING THE WIND RUSH PAST YOU.
[ He doesn't give any warning, but suddenly, the view tilts. It's very hard to see what's happening, because everything is going so fast... Everything goes upside down, and then spins back into place again. Suddenly, it looks like he's taking a very fast drop from the sky and rushing toward the ground.
The whole time, there's a grin plastered on Charles' face.
A split second before it looks as though he and his Pidgeot are about to crash into the ground, they straighten out and make a perfect landing.
The feed turns off. ]
Third Person Sample: It's taken days of traveling, but he's finally reached his destination: Goldenrod City. He takes a moment at the gates of the city to marvel at it.
It's too big. Too industrial. Far too crowded. He much preferred the forests and roads that he traveled on, that little tent that he sets up on the roads... this city... it reminds him of everything that was wrong with Kanan. He'd even really enjoyed all the towns that had lead up to this place. But he already knows that he'll be pitching a tent outside the city in the next few days.
Nonetheless, he's made it this far. And there's something that's been bugging him since he set out from New Bark Town. Something that he could fix now that he's gotten to Goldenrod.
First, a stop at the Pokemon Center to refuel. It's strange how convenient all of this is, and while it is nice to have a place to go rest up, the Pokemon Centers here in Johto still made him a little too uncomfortable. They, too, remind him of certain places in Kanan, and events of his past.
After making sure all his Pokemon are ready to go, he wastes no time in heading toward his destination.
There's really no question which of the many buildings was the Radio Tower. (And if there was, everything is so conveniently marked with signs in this world...) Charles steps into the tower and immediately makes his way up the stairs. He's read enough and asked around enough about this place to know where he's headed.
Reaching the desk of one of the Radio Tower employees, he slams both his hands down on the table, causing the employee to jump in his seat.
"Listen, man." His tone isn't malicious, but there's a bit of urgency. "What are you using to mix these songs?" He pulls back with a grin. "Might I make a few suggestions?"
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Character
Name: Charles Beams
Series: Eureka Seven
Timeline: Episode 23 (After the mission to take the dying girl to the Vodarac holy lands)
Canon Resource Links: Charles | Eureka Seven
Personality: Charles lives alone with his wife, Ray, aboard the ship called Swan. They live a quiet life together, and apart from attending raves and keeping up with the culture, they don't seem to have many friends or interact much with others. Charles seems like a very carefree man who really doesn't take a lot of things seriously. He burps loudly, frequently makes jokes, and isn't afraid to tease people he's just met. While he does give his best on his missions, depending on the mission and the enemy, there can also be a dismissive attitude towards them; he knows that he's capable of completing them, when it's against the military, he isn't afraid to dick around a bit with his opponents, and sometimes steal a little extra for himself and Ray. He knows he's fully capable of leaving his freshly-cooked dinner, completing the mission and still return to a piping hot meal afterward. On the surface, at least, it is hard to see Charles as anything but jovial and happy. Even while he was in the military, visiting Ray in the hospital, and having to remind her of her horrible news, Charles remains upbeat and optimistic. Part of it may be a certain defense mechanism that he's discovered after having seen and done so many horrible things as a part of the military, and part of it may also be attributed to the simple fact that happiness is contagious, and he would much rather see Ray happy. He's not inappropriately happy, and he is capable of being serious in situations that warrant it, but for the most part Charles likes to keep up an optimistic exterior.
Charles is first seen dancing at a rave with Ray, and comments on the beats and construction of the music to Renton, showing that he not only has a very good ear for music, but probably also knows how to mix and create electronic music. He also loves collecting high-tech ref boards, and the LFO that he and Ray use is very technologically advanced, something that he's spent a lot of time working on himself. These are his passions: lifting, music, and Ray. He's an expert on everything that he is passionate about, noticing even the minute details in the music at the rave, keeping up with the rave culture, and modifying his LFO himself to add several unique technologies. Charles takes pride in his work and his passions, even if sometimes it can come off looking like a grown man playing with his toys. He does have an old-fashioned streak, as he keeps an old bolt-action rifle by his side even during LFO fights and likes to finish his opponent off with that rather than his LFO. The rifle itself seems to be more advanced than it looks, seeing as it pierced through LFO armor with no problems.
Both he and Ray were part of the military years ago. Not much is said about what, exactly, Charles did in the military, but it's clear from his excellent combative abilities that he was good at it. (It would seem that Ray was more trained in intelligence and infiltration while Charles has more experience in battle and LFOs.) However, after a particular phenomenon caused Ray to become unable to have children, Charles asked her to marry him and quit with him. He wanted to offer her a better life, and after quitting the military, he became a freelancer, only picking up jobs that fit their own set of morals and on their own timelines. Most of the freelance work they accept seem to be smuggling objects and people, mostly from the military and other more corrupt people. While they do break the law doing so, they never do anything they could view as immoral or evil. (Though, what is immoral can, of course, be up to the individual.)
On the outside, Charles looks like an easy-going man who loves his wife and likes playing with his toys. While he probably isn't as fixated on having children as Ray, he knows it's what she wants, he's very good with children, and definitely would love to have one of his own. There are clear indicators in his personality that prove he would make a great father. He is jovial and friendly, and cares for others, especially innocent children like Renton. None of this is false, but after a man has served as an unit leader in the Special Operations Force (SOF) and has seen as well as caused the deaths of many people, the 'military man' persona never quite leaves. He isn't proud of what he's done in the war, but he does understand the need to survive and kill. Charles holds no remorse for blowing up enemy LFO's during his freelance missions, and when faced with conflicting missions such as taking a terminally sick Vodarac girl off life support and smuggling her into the holy lands where she can die, he doesn't flinch or question. He's seen many horrors, and as a result has hardened a great deal to violence and the horrible things men can do. When the military background surfaces, he can be calculating and ruthless.
It goes without saying that Charles holds no love for the military he left behind. Most of the missions he accepts are against the military. And when another old SOF unit leader comes to him with a mission, he turns Novak down without even listening to what the mission is. It is only after Novak mentions the name "Holland" that Charles accepts. It would seem that, no matter how much he dislikes the military, his dislike for Holland is greater. His other missions, while dangerous and against the law, were fairly easy to handle due to his great skills, but this one mission was one he and Ray were prepared to risk their lives fighting. In fact, both he and Ray swallowed a bomb before beginning this mission; a bomb which Ray activated after Charles was shot to death by Holland in order to escape. Due to his ability to separate his emotions from the missions at hand, how attacking and killing Holland would affect Renton -- a boy that he has come to love and consider as his son -- doesn't seem to phase him at all.
When asked why he killed Charles, Holland told Renton that he, Charles, and Ray knew no other way.
Strengths/Weaknesses:
+ Great mechanic when it comes to ref boards and his own LFO
+ Good ear for music, can also mix some of his own
+ Tactically trained in the military
+/- Very good at emotionally removing himself from situations
+/- Can be very childlike
- Lets his dislike for Holland cloud his judgement sometimes
- Not incredibly motivated to do anything he doesn't have a personal interest in
Pokémon Information
Affiliation: Trainer
Starter: Geodude
Password: Raspberry Lemonade
Samples
First Person Sample:
[ It would seem that, wherever Charles is, he's moving very very fast. He has to shout into the 'Gear in order to be heard over the wind that is flying past him. There's nothing by sky in the background, and occasionally you can see what looks like the wings of a Pidgeot flapping by his side.
He lets out a loud, excited whoop. ]
THIS IS NOTHING LIKE LIFTING, BUT WOOOOO! THERE'S NO FEELING LIKE HAVING THE WIND RUSH PAST YOU.
[ He doesn't give any warning, but suddenly, the view tilts. It's very hard to see what's happening, because everything is going so fast... Everything goes upside down, and then spins back into place again. Suddenly, it looks like he's taking a very fast drop from the sky and rushing toward the ground.
The whole time, there's a grin plastered on Charles' face.
A split second before it looks as though he and his Pidgeot are about to crash into the ground, they straighten out and make a perfect landing.
The feed turns off. ]
Third Person Sample:
It's taken days of traveling, but he's finally reached his destination: Goldenrod City. He takes a moment at the gates of the city to marvel at it.
It's too big. Too industrial. Far too crowded. He much preferred the forests and roads that he traveled on, that little tent that he sets up on the roads... this city... it reminds him of everything that was wrong with Kanan. He'd even really enjoyed all the towns that had lead up to this place. But he already knows that he'll be pitching a tent outside the city in the next few days.
Nonetheless, he's made it this far. And there's something that's been bugging him since he set out from New Bark Town. Something that he could fix now that he's gotten to Goldenrod.
First, a stop at the Pokemon Center to refuel. It's strange how convenient all of this is, and while it is nice to have a place to go rest up, the Pokemon Centers here in Johto still made him a little too uncomfortable. They, too, remind him of certain places in Kanan, and events of his past.
After making sure all his Pokemon are ready to go, he wastes no time in heading toward his destination.
There's really no question which of the many buildings was the Radio Tower. (And if there was, everything is so conveniently marked with signs in this world...) Charles steps into the tower and immediately makes his way up the stairs. He's read enough and asked around enough about this place to know where he's headed.
Reaching the desk of one of the Radio Tower employees, he slams both his hands down on the table, causing the employee to jump in his seat.
"Listen, man." His tone isn't malicious, but there's a bit of urgency. "What are you using to mix these songs?" He pulls back with a grin. "Might I make a few suggestions?"