BASIC INFO
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Name:
Soren Shimizu
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Nicknames:
Soren
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Titles:
Outsider
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Age & Birthday:
18, September 15th
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Year:
Senior
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Height:
5'6"
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Residence Hall:
Abernathy
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Electives:
Speech and Debate, Economics, Political Science
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Extra-curricular Activities:
Honors Society, International Relations, Orchestra, Student Leaders
PERSONALITY
Assertive, Pedantic, Responsible, Impassive, Perceptive, Thoughtful, Logical, Resourceful, Meticulous, Perfectionist, Articulate, Observant, Calm, Organized, Patient, Rational, Scholarly, Self-critical, Self-sufficient, Focused, Stoic, Hardworking, Honest, Uncomplaining, Independent, Intelligent, Ambitious, Private, Proud, Competitive, Reserved, Enigmatic, Mechanical, Apathetic,
Brilliant. Attentive, Ethical, Benevolent, Inscrutable, Perceptive
HISTORY
Soren was born as the oldest of seven kids. Although he has never met his dad, his mother has had several partners over the years, all of which he considers trash. As the oldest, he often took on the responsibility of taking care of his younger siblings while his mother was away at work. He did all the chores, the cooking, taking care of the baby, making sure that his siblings were up and ready for school each morning, and picking them up afterwards.
As Soren grew older, he realized that the only way to help his family escape poverty and provide a good life for his mom and siblings, was for him to get a good job where he made lots of money. It was then that he started to dedicate himself to his school work, and other beneficial activities that would help him be accepted into a better college which he believes will lead to a good job.
After excelling to the point of winning awards and ranking among the top students in the country, he was accepted to Grimsworth on a scholarship. Although it has been tough leaving his family, he knows that it is what he has to do to succeed.
STRENGTHS & WEAKNESSES
Strengths
Scrupulous: Even as a young child Soren has always acted in the most logical way. He is highly intelligent, though emotions and irrationality are some of the most confusing things for him to understand. He spends all of his time studying and learning, dedicating himself to receiving as much knowledge as possible. This drive is what leads him to be so disciplined and focused. With everything he does he is meticulous and thorough, systematically chasing down every avenue. Because of this, it also makes him quite observant, noticing even the tiniest details about things. He values order and organization, so if something is left askew, he would know immediately. Soren is capable of great things, and his dutiful and efficient nature helps him succeed.
Forthright: No matter what the situation, the people around Soren can always count on him to tell the truth. To him, there is nothing worse than a liar and he refuses to waver on his morals to do such a thing. The person that he shows the world is what he truly is. Even when tempted he is incorruptible, preferring to keep his honor rather than gain some arbitrary thing. He is honest to a fault and highly principled. No matter what he is dedicated to heeding the rules and not doing anything bad. He is serious about his convictions. His decisions are fair, and just.
Articulate: When talking to people he is perceptive enough to understand that his monotone voice can seem cold. As such he has become skilled at delivering his words respectfully. This means when he speaks he comes off eloquent and dignified, giving him an air that exudes leadership. When making decisions, he is incisive, coming up with precise answers and sticking to his word. As such, his problem-solving skill is rather advanced as he is able to be innovative and think on his feet. Even in stress-inducing situations, Soren maintains a clear head. His brain is naturally rational and realistic in its thought process.
Reliable: As a friend, Soren is immensely loyal. He is willing to do almost anything for the people that he cares for. He is a responsible person so people are always able to count on him when in need. With his stable nature, it means that he is always ready to help. Even though he sometimes seems as though he is detached, he is actually a deeply compassionate person with a soft heart. He doesn't often display many emotions, but under the surface, he is a kindhearted soul who is misunderstood. Soren is a genuine person, who doesn't try to act like something that he isn't.
Weaknesses
Mechanical: When in any social situation the first thing that people notice about Soren is his almost robotic disposition. He is rather void of emotions in both his expressions and voice. He has a serious demeanor that can often cause him to come off as cold and impersonal. Even in the most stressful or emotionally draining situation, he is completely impassive and rarely seems like such things bother him. Although this level headed thinking can be helpful in high-pressure decision making, other times it can make him seem unfriendly or uncaring which is usually the opposite of his intention. When speaking to people he is normally quite businesslike with his speech, sometimes coming off overly formal. His interests and hobbies are rather bland and can make him seem boring to most people he is in contact with. And his intense interest in plain things can sometimes drive people away.
Judgmental: Although Soren is not a bad person, he can also be judgmental of other people and the choices they make. When he first meets someone he is quick to form an opinion of what kind of person they are. He would be considered old-fashioned with his beliefs and mannerism and has a hard time accepting that others are different. Soren likes to follow tradition and has a hard time changing the way he is. Some would consider him to be rigid as he is unable to adapt to new things very well. To feel at ease he needs structure, even in his everyday life, he follows a strict schedule, which can sometimes be a problem when things don't go as planned.
Obsessive: To Soren, the most important thing in his life currently is his school work. He knows that this is important to his future, and the intense pressure to succeed helps to drive him forward. He is determined to get results, though he is not willing to accept anything but perfection. Even in his private life, he is consumed with making sure everything is exactly as it should be. Because of this, he is often preoccupied, meaning that he doesn't have much of a life outside of school.
Solitary: Soren is a natural introvert, and his natural habitat is being alone. From an early age, he has had to learn to be self-reliant. Although in some cases this may be a good quality to process, with Soren he has taken it much further than needed. He is extremely reluctant to rely on other people and has a hard time asking people for help. He is a really private person, so he doesn't often share things with even his closest friends. Because of this, many people don't feel like they actually know Soren all that much. This hinders his ability to make meaningful relationships as he often seems aloof. Even so, he still prefers to be independent and do things on his own.
LIKES & DISLIKES
Likes:
Puzzles: The satisfying feeling of placing each piece in its spot until the full picture is revealed is a simple joy for Soren.
Go: When he was young, he would often play Go with his grandfather. He was terrible at it at first, and it became a challenge for him to one day win against him. However, his grandfather passed away before he could achieve this.
Crossword: Soren can often be found with a crossword book, or the newspaper. It is his favorite way to pass time between classes.
Chess: The strategy behind the moves, while only having limited types of maneuvers that each piece can perform was something that he thought was an interesting challenge.
Linguist: Soren has always enjoyed learning and speaking different languages. It is something that he feels a great accomplishment with, and believes will help him in life.
Classical music: While Soren dislikes most genres of typical music, he enjoys listening to classical music. It is the few forms of entertainment he engages in.
Dislikes
Exercise: Soren has never been athletic, and he hates to sweat.
Video Games: In his opinion, video games rot the mind and are a waste of time. He doesn't understand why they are so popular.
Television: Any form of entertainment that doesn't educate or advance his knowledge is a waste of time.
Bad grammar: As someone who takes a great interest in the English lexicon, he hates when someone doesn't take it seriously. There is just nothing worse than someone with bad grammar.
FEARS
Failure: The only thing that is keeping Soren going is the goal of one day providing for his family. However, that is a great weight to carry from such a young age. It often puts stress onto him to the point of making him sick. Even the thought of failing his goal can cause him to spiral.
HOBBIES
Piano: Soren learned to play piano from his mother as a child. It is a cherished memory. He has continued to practice and improve despite not having an interest in taking it any further than a notable feature for his college application.
Calligraphy: The handwriting of someone can show a lot about that person. Soren has practiced calligraphy for several years, and has perfected many different styles. His handwriting is immaculate to the point that it looks printed.
Reading: When having any down time, Soren often can be seen reading. It is something that keeps his mind active.
Sewing: While having limited money growing up, Soren learned many ways to keep spending to the minimum. One of those tactics involved sewing his ripped or torn clothes for his siblings.
HEALTH CONDITIONS
Asthma: Soren has always had terrible asthma. When he was a child, he often was unable to go out and play with the other kids. Things such as pollen and exercise can set it off. He needs to carry an inhaler with him at all times in case of an attack.
Legally blind: When not wearing his glasses, Soren is technically considered to be legally blind.
APPEARANCE
Hair: Black
Eyes: Blue
Weight: 110
Build: Scrawny, Petite, Slim
Complexion: Pale, Clear, Smooth
Tattoos: None
Piercings: None
Distinguishing Marks: Soren has a mole next to his left eye.