Jackson "Jack" Darby
Aug 29, 2023 10:52:44 GMT -5
Post by Jack Darby on Aug 29, 2023 10:52:44 GMT -5
--PLAYER INFO--
Name/Alias: Whippoorwill
Contact: PM
--CHARACTER INFO--
Name: Jackson "Jack" Darby
IC Speech/Thought Text Color: Morning Glory (#9EDEE0)
Age: Recently-turned seventeen
Gender: Male
Species: Human
Faction: Autobots
Original Occupation: Fast food employee at KO Burger
Occupation/Specialization: Fast food employee at KO Burger; moral support and human companion to the Autobot Arcee
Appearance: Jack is a whip-thin boy with legs and arms too long for his growing body. He has a growing-out thatch of black hair he combs over, and small blue eyes under low-set, thin black brows. His ears stick out from his head, and he has large hands that are beginning to show signs of callousing. He has a few scars on his arms and legs from past excursions in the wilderness (and close calls with Decepticons). Out of all the original human companions at base, he is the tallest, being a head higher than Miko.
Jack most often wears a white shirt with a dark tan t-shirt over top of it, and a pair of comfortable wrangler's jeans. He dons a pair of worn sneakers he swears by, no matter how scuffed up or dirty they get. His work uniform consists of a KO Burger hat along with his typical attire.
Altmode: N/A
Reference Images: [Typical Attire], [Work Uniform]
Pertinent History: Jackson "Jack" Darby is the result of a brief relationship between June Darby and a motorcycle-driving nomad. Jackson Sr. left early on in Jack's life, and Jack was raised solely by his mother in Jasper, Nevada. Jack's life was average: go to school, read books, play outside, get a job when he was old enough. He never was a social boy, and spent most of his time with his mother or by himself until his teen years. Jack grew up with a love of nonfiction and motorcycles, and proved to be an intelligent, empathetic lad. He did well in school and caused little trouble.
Everything changed with the arrival of the Autobots on Earth, and the discovery of their existence by Jack. Targeted by Decepticons who thought he was with the Autobot Arcee, Jack was taken under Arcee's guardianship to protect him and his family from them. Jack pretended he'd bought Arcee for cheap, lying to his mother about her true nature. Despite a few hiccups along the way, the ruse went well - until MECH kidnapped June Darby with the help of Airachnid. This forced June into the truth about the Autobots, and all that followed such a revelation.
Personality: Jack is best summed up in four words: loyal, studious, smart, and responsible. He has a good head on his shoulders despite his young age, and a strong sense of personal obligation. Jack isn't the loudest nor the most extroverted individual, preferring to keep to himself. He keeps a cool and calm expression the majority of the time, giving the impression he's stoic for his age. The boy won't hesitate to jump to defend the innocent, and has little tolerance for bullies or those who act foolhardy. He doesn't give up on people or causes easily, and though he can be a bit suspicious of others, he tries to see the good in everyone.
Jack is also a bit of a nerd, though he doesn't show it. He's a fan of books, especially material covering nature, history, cars, and two-wheelers. Though not a sporty fellow, he enjoys being outdoors and going on drives with Arcee.
Likes: Motorcycles. The Autobots. Arcee. Time outdoors. The quiet. Long drives and racing. Working with his hands. Starting a project and seeing the process of how everything works. Camping. Nonfiction books.
Dislikes: The Decepticons. Bullies. Harm to his family or friends. Excessive noise. Loud social gatherings like parties and raves. Failing others. Reckless or foolish actions. His uncertainty in front of girls. Unnecessary conflict. Pineapple on pizza.
Strengths/Weapons:
- Bravery: Jack values courage, and isn't afraid to step up and face his fears if someone he cares about is in danger. He faces challenges with boldness and tenacity. Though he may be hesitant sometimes, he often puts himself before others.
- Intelligence: Though it's understated and not always recognized, Jack is smart. He is quick to think, and fast on his feet when it comes to adapting to a situation. He's not yet accumulated enough life experience to be a strategist, but the sparks of that potential are there.
- Jack-of-All-Trades: Jack has accumulated quite the bit of random trivia due to his love of nonfiction. He knows the basics of motorcycle care and riding, can perform basic survival skills, can use a welding torch and create basic metal shop projects, and knows a little bit about electronics. He's used to cooking and cleaning on his own, and knows how to navigate Jasper and the immediate surrounding area by memory.
- Responsibility: Jack is quite responsible for his age. He keeps his word, and is committed to delivering results and achieving deadlines on time. He works hard at his job or any task he sets out to do. He has a strong sense of duty and obligation to his responsibilities.
- Strong-Willed: It takes a lot to beat down Jack. He will keep going despite any hurdle in his way, though he might snark about his circumstances. He often resists temptation and disobedience, whereas other teenagers might want to cut loose.
Weaknesses:
- Human Youth: Jack is, above all else, a regular human teenager. Despite his level head, he can still fall into impulsive thinking, especially when girls or bullies are involved. He has no armor, no weapons training, and no access to special equipment or goods. He is an ant in a world of giants when it comes to Cybertronians, and could easily be stepped on or squished by one.
- Family First: Arcee and his mother are major weak points for Jack. Harm or threat to them can throw his critical thinking and sense of self-preservation out the window. His protective instincts override everything else, causing him to act recklessly if it means keeping his loved ones safe. The other human companions - who he's come to see as sibling-like figures - also trigger this protective side.
- Socially Awkward: Jack isn't the smoothest in social settings. He's friendly enough, and can hold polite company, but it drains his energy and makes him prone to embarrassing himself. He'll sometimes overcompensate by "acting cool" or trying to seem bigger and braver than he is. It's only around the Autobots, his mother, Miko, and Raf that he truly feels comfortable with himself.
- Known To The Enemy: Both Decepticons and MECH alike are familiar with Jack, and have had him under surveillance. Though he's done his best to reduce his digital footprint and keep on the down low, anyone associating with Jack risks being targeted by either faction. Members of the 'Cons and MECH could pick him out in a crowd, and if he goes anywhere alone, he is especially at risk of being ambushed by them.
- Stubborn: Jack is stubborn. He believes in ideas that are supported by facts, and tends to go with what his gut says if the facts aren't there. If someone makes a bad first impression to him, he can be set in his ways about what that person is like. He will admit when he's wrong, but more emotional situations may cause him to dig his feet in on an idea or person.
Special Skills:
- Harmonica Player: Jack has a moderate amount of skill with the harmonica. He can play a few songs by memory, and improvise ones to some degree.
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