Full Name: Julian Carter Owens.
Nickname: Jules or Lian, for close friends and/or relatives. Otherwise, he prefers to simply be called Julian.
Age: 21 Years Old.
Birthdate: March 11.
Power: Telepathy.
>> I can send specific thoughts or images to other people by simply concentrating on both the information and the recipient. If you ask me, it's a lot easier than talking, or having to write it down. It's really all in the mind.
>> A lot of people mistake telepathy for mind-reading. Actually, the two are very different: Telepathy involves sending information from one person to another, while mind-reading involves actively reading someone's mind - hence the name. (Julian hates it when people get the two mixed-up.)
{Distance} - Julian can only send thoughts to people standing within the range of his vision. Farther communications may go through, yet they often result in a pounding headache afterwards.
>> It only works if we're standing close enough so that I can hear you if you shout; otherwise, it'll be a little difficult.
{Quantity} - Think of Julian as the network between two email users. Sending large files will be inevitably slower, and in Julian's case, a little more tiring.
>> Only a little at a time, please.
{Energy} - Transmitting messages telepathically uses quite a bit of energy. Therefore, Julian needs to be well-rested before he can send anything.
>> Believe me - it's not as easy as it looks!
Sexual Orientation: Straight.
Apartment Number: 2C.
Occupation: Part-time employee at the Mighty Bean.
>> I work morning shifts at the Mighty Bean Cafe. Sure, it's not the best job in the world, but it pays well, and the folks there are pretty friendly. I'm looking to become a writer when I get older though, but I'm not sure how well that will work out.
Strengths:
{Optimism} - I guess you could say that I like to look at things with an open mind, and from many different perspectives. It might just be a writer thing, but it's helpful when things don't go exactly as planned.
{Literature} - Of course. What else would you expect out of an aspiring author?
{Creativity} - There aren't any limits to what you can do with a typewriter and a sheet of paper.
Weaknesses:
{Social Situations} - Noisy and crowded parties aren't exactly my strong suit. It's not that I don't like hanging out with my friends; I just appreciate a little quiet every now and then. Besides, I become a nervous wreck around girls!
{Violence} - My fitness is something that I'm proud of, but I don't like using it for fighting or anything else like that. I'm not a huge fan of blood either, to be honest.
Likes:
+ Spending time with friends and family. So what if I'm a family guy?
+ Independence and freedom.
+ Easygoing people. And generally people who share something in common with me. It makes for an easier conversation.
+ Photography.
+ Writing. This should come as no surprise. :)
+ Small things in life. After all, they're really what matters in the end.
Dislikes:
- Too much control; spending too much time in one place or doing one thing.
- Closed, indoor spaces. I have mild claustrophobia.
- People who are loud or overly enthusiastic; arrogant or rude people.
- Large or noisy crowds. Again with the claustrophobia.
- Insects and reptiles. For me, they're nice to look at from behind a glass pane, but not so much in person.
Fears:
+ Tight spaces.
+ Losing his friends and family. I couldn't imagine life without them.
+ Being alone, especially in darkness.
Dreams:
- To become an author. At the moment, I'd give the world to become one.
- To be able to buy a house of his own and live out the life of his dreams.
- To publish a best-selling novel.
Secrets:
+ Julian's parents divorced when he was seven years old. Though he hasn't really talked about them much to anyone, the separation impacted the rest of his childhood and continued into adulthood. He's always been hesitant to love or have feelings for anyone, for fear that he'll have his heart broken as well.
+ Despite putting on a smile for each and every one of his friends, Julian struggles a little with depression. He's always been sensitive to other people's emotions, and often takes theirs as his own. It's gotten better with time, though Julian still relapses back every now and then.
Personality: Julian is a laid-back, friendly person with a quick wit and a great sense of humor. He is extremely likeable and friendly, always with a warm smile on his face and a kind word or two. His nature is to savor things as they come, and not to spend time trying to find love or get ahead in a career. Instead, Julian simply enjoys life's every twist and turn, while he just goes along for the ride.
{Intelligent} ~ Julian is remarkably smart and witty, best described as a quick thinker and a rapid problem-solver. Few questions in the world can have him stumped for long, and he isn't afraid to give new things a try - even if they result in a scratch or two.
{Extroverted} ~ Julian is on the more extroverted side of the social spectrum, always ready with a laugh or a grin for his friends. Because of his easygoing nature, he fits well in nearly all groups and situations, and it isn't hard for him to strike up a conversation with a complete stranger. Julian is quite sensitive to other people's emotions and understands when they want a little quiet and space. Still, when they're ready to have a great time, he'll definitely be there.
History: Julian's childhood was like many others: He was born to Ron and Kate Owens as the oldest of three children, and raised in a happy and content family. However, the happiness was not to last, for his parents - after many years of fighting - divorced when he was just seven years old. On one blustery Sunday morning, his mother packed her bags, and she left him and his two sisters in the care of their father.
When Julian turned ten, he discovered his innate ability to pass messages telepathically. He kept this information secret from those not part of his immediate family - following his father's advice - and so grew up uncertain about the true extents of his power. Meanwhile, his interest in writing grew, ultimately fostering his dream to become an author as an adult. He graduated with a Master's Degree in writing, yet was unable to pursue his career directly after leaving college. Thus, he took up a temporary job and residence around the Mighty Bean, where's he's worked and lived up until now.
Theme Song: None for now. :)