Ajax
Name: Ajax Grimshaw
Age: 157
Gender/Preference: Male/Straight
Title: Mage
Student/Scholar/Graduate: Middle School Graduate
Residence: New Meridian
Familiar: A Yellow Mongoose called Miki. She is competent with illusion magic. She usually only speaks to Ajax, but will extend her communications to others if the need arises. When dealing with Ajax she is fairly forward, though the two of them have been known to play games with each other. When dealing with others, Miki's manner varies. She can be quite forward, as she is with Ajax, or she can be vague and cryptic. She has her guard up no matter what, though. Ajax has taught Miki how to read a little, but she has no interest in writing.
Magical abilities: Illusion. It's about the only magic Ajax is good at. But he /is/ good at it.
Appearance: When performing, Ajax will often wear something to catch the eye of his audience.. something colourful or quirky. (Though he will go formal depending on the audience.) He finds attire an important part of the overall performance, as it helps to keep the focus on him. Ajax remains rather fit, but has lost a little of his acrobatic ability and overall tone.
Personality: Ajax is a performer. It's not just a profession to him, it's the way he's come to interact with almost everyone. For this reason, it's hard to get a gauge on Ajax, which also makes it extremely difficult to form any sort of meaningful relationship with the man. It's easy to get caught up with Ajax, but Ajax doesn't have friends, lovers.. he has people. And people, for the most part, are expendable.
Strengths: Ajax is a pretty adept liar. It comes with the territory, really. His ability to lie is greatly aided by another of his strengths, though. His charisma. People are drawn to Ajax - he can be a little larger-than-life. They like being associated with that. Makes them feel important, like they're part of the 'show' that is Ajax. It makes it a lot easier to lie to people when they want to believe you. In addition to these, Ajax's ability as an illusionist is also a strength. Because he's really very good. This is countered by the fact that he's shit at everything else magically. But that's okay. Ajax is not only talented in his manipulation of the magic, but also in his manipulation of the audience. He'll distract his audience at the right time with some words or actions so that an illusion can sneak up them, or otherwise come into full effect. Again, his charisma and natural performing ability work to his favour in manipulating his audience and compliment his ability as an illusionist. It all really is quite a show.
Weaknesses: Ajax is arrogant. This arrogance has - and will continue to - get him into trouble. He doesn't care much though. Unfortunately for him, he should care. There are times when he really shouldn't draw so much attention to himself. There are times when he really shouldn't take on a challenge. And there are times when he really shouldn't be so sure of himself. Along with this arrogance, Ajax can be quite cruel. He doesn't really care about other people. Other people tend to care about him, though. Associating with Ajax can be slippery slope. Most people don't realise that though, because he's pretty wonderful. Some do end up finding out however. Because Ajax is almost always performing in one way or another, he finds that he has to be on the toes all the time. This can take it's toll, seeing him stretched pretty thin at times. Ajax can't really afford to be vulnerable.
Quirks: There's nothing stand out about Ajax. I mean, he himself may be a bit quirky, but that's a complete package.
Secrets: If he told you he might have to kill you. ;)
Biography:(Stuff since Graves)
