Application: Robin of Loxley (Robin of Sherwood)

[hernes-son.livejournal.com]

((OOC: Did not see any other incarnation of Robin Hood, either active or inactive - if I missed something, please notify me!))


Current Application:

1. What is your favorite cheese? Why is it your favorite?

Cheese was a luxury in those days of trial; I cannot remember the last time I tasted it. When I was a boy we kept a few goats, and my mother would make a soft cheese from their milk – that I remember quite well. It was a luxury then too, but one to which she was glad to treat my father and me, before the Sheriff’s men came. So that is my favorite, I think.

2. Who would you kill first, Barney or Carrottop?

If either is in league with the Sheriff or with Gisbourne he will find himself on the wrong side of my bow.

3. What time is it where you are?

Time does not matter in the Great Forest.

4. If you were Albus Dumbledore returned from the dead, which member of the Order of the Phoenix would you sexually harass? How would you harass them? If you are Albus Dumbledore, please answer as if you were Sirius Black.

I do not know of this Order, but if there is a red-haired woman with both beauty and fire, she should have my attention, of a certainty, though I force myself on no woman.

5. If you are pushing to be in:

A. Slytherin - please state the clever, witty name of the bar in which you bartend, in the dark.

I would call it the Silver Arrow, and I would serve the finest dark brews of the county.

B. Gryffindor – Debate whether Harry should ultimately end up married to Fred or George. Use examples from a variety of world mythologies to bolster your argument.

I am no judge of marriage; but love and freedom is all we fight for, is it not?

C. Ravenclaw – You guys are supposed to be smart. Explain why my desk is inundated with paperwork at all times, even though I’m constantly disposing of it.

Where I come from paperwork is but a trap of legal wrongs, a thing of this world meant to bind men to other men. All men should be free. Burn your paperwork.

D. Hufflepuff – Prove you are not useless.

Truly, I am here to learn so that I may continue to fight for freedom of all men. Herne has called another in my place – he has the love and loyalty of all whom I called friend or lover, and my place is no longer in that world. I met my fate at the hands of the Sheriff’s men, and was glad to give my life for Marian and Much. I rested for a while in the Great Forest; but now Herne grows old and there are many who no longer follow the old ways. He sends me here to learn of magic what I may, that in time I will become Herne the Hunter and call a Hooded Man anew.

6. Offer a bribe to the members of this community so that they will not squib you. Items used in bribery do not necessarily have to belong to the person offering the bribe.

I can teach what I know of woodcraft, swordplay, and archery, if any are interested.
That and my friendship are all I can offer.


"I have read the hogwarts_hocus faq, and understand it is a crazy, cracktastic sorting community and RPG. ___RoL_________
I have read the hogwarts_hocus rules and agree to abide by each and every one of them. __RoL_________.
I agree to be a good sport and not get my knickers in a bunch. __RoL_________.
One day, marmalade free men will rule the world. ___RoL__________"

Comments

[ostianespionage.livejournal.com]

*Matthew spreads his hands disarmingly.* How else? Magic.

[hernes-son.livejournal.com]

"Of course," says Robin with a sheepish laugh. "I feel a bit foolish for asking. How do you like it here?"

[ostianespionage.livejournal.com]

It's a nice place. I myself am particularly enjoying a break from ... certain erstwhile companions of mine, whose presence was somewhat oppressive. And loud. So very loud... *Matthew shivers slightly.*

That aside, the other students are quite friendly, with little exception. And if they ever fail to astonish you, the castle itself will not - I think a few of the enchantments are there just to keep things interesting.

[hernes-son.livejournal.com]

Robin nodded, thinking. "I am glad to have your opinion," he said. "I only hope I may learn what I must. It has been a while since I have had lessons of any kind, and never of magic," he adds, somewhat ruefully.

[ostianespionage.livejournal.com]

Lessons seem to be rather infrequent here. I have learned a few spells from other students, however.

[hernes-son.livejournal.com]

Robin chewed on his lip, thinking. Here was a problem he hadn't anticipated. "Are there books, at least? Some way I may teach myself? I will be grateful to learn what I may from the others, but I must learn all I can."

[ostianespionage.livejournal.com]

Oh, yes, there's a very large library of books that cover every aspect of magic. Magic here seems much more practical than in the world I come from; the spells do not need to be cast directly from large, heavy tomes.

[hernes-son.livejournal.com]

"I am relieved to hear it," said Robin, and he was. "Tell me of the magic, if you would, friend Matthew. Is it spoken spells and ritual, or potions brewed, or something else?"

[ostianespionage.livejournal.com]

Many spells are indeed achieved by the spoken word, and mystic passes with a wand. There seem to be very few lengthy rituals thus performed, however. Potions, on the other hand, often take a great while to make, from what I've gathered. Both the ingredients and the potions themselves must be subjected to specific conditions. Magical artifacts also seem to be in general use - quill pens that write by themselves, flying broomsticks, and the like. Sometimes, the castle itself seems to live; the portraits speak, the staircases move, and secret passages abound.

[hernes-son.livejournal.com]

"There is indeed much for me to learn." Robin set his chin. "I do not know if I will accomplish much. I can but try."

[ostianespionage.livejournal.com]

None can say more. Truthfully, anyway.

Do you have a preference as to which House you are Sorted into?

[hernes-son.livejournal.com]

"Not really. There have been several votes for Gryffindor and one for Slytherin, but I trust you will vote as you feel best, friend Matthew," says Robin with a shrug and a smile.

Vote: GRYFFINDOR!

[ostianespionage.livejournal.com]

I believe I agree with those sorting you into Gryffindor. You will likely find that you easily befriend many there. *Someone voted him for Slytherin? Not even I'm that cynical.*

Re: Vote: GRYFFINDOR!

[hernes-son.livejournal.com]

"I thank you for your vote, friend Matthew."