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30 Uncommon Character Development Questions
what do they think of creation? do they believe in evolution or do they believe in god? what is their religion like?
hEHEHEHEHEH WHAT A QUESTION TO ASK FOR THIS SHOW IN PARTICULAR. Considering how this whole show is devoted to discussing the ethics and morality of humanity meddling with forces beyond its ken, e.g. gods and evolution. Awesome. So let’s get right into it.
Unlike the ancient human scientists of the beforetime, Oboro knows nothing of evolution -- or anything about modern science, for that matter (”modern” being used colloquially, as humanity was far more advanced before the fall of civilization). Given that the people of Yamayuru didn’t even understand the concept of fertilizer, let alone crop field rotation or irrigation, it’s safe to say that the theory of evolution is not even close to being a blip on Oboro’s radar.
He does follow the dominant religion of Tsutariir, and therefore worships Witsarunemitea, particularly the White God incarnation (embodied in Hakuoro). He also has a particularly unique affinity for the White God, though he doesn’t know of it, as his grandfather, the previous lord of Kenashikourupe, fought in the last divine war on the side of the White God (when he lost, he was deposed, leading to Oboro being lord of nothing). This is why Oboro has such a close affinity for Hakuoro, and why Hakuoro trusts him so much.
Oboro is very silently faithful, praying to Witsurenemitea on a near-daily basis for the health of his sister. He would probably never consider making a deal with the White God, firstly because he’s too prideful, and secondly -- and far more importantly -- because his sister would never allow him, and likely never forgive him. Nevertheless, he is still sworn to the White God, whether through his faith or through serving Hakuoro.
describe 5 unusual characteristics your muse has.
1. Despite looking Constantly Angry, Oboro is actually probably one of the more expressive characters in terms of facial expression. As Benawi comments during their first meeting/duel, Oboro is very honest -- too honest, actually, as he telegraphs his intentions. Outside of battle,t his leads him to wearing his heart on his sleeve -- or his face, as it is.
2. In direct contrast to the above, though, he is only minimally expressive with his feline ears. The only time his ears move or droop is when he’s really dejected.
3. Oboro is, clearly, very passionate, and he’s very, very loud. As shown in his second duel against Benawi, he has a great deal of trouble controlling his volume, to the point where he had to hold his breath to keep from shouting in their duel. This stems from his fire spirit -- his hot-headed, brash, audacious nature is thought to stem from his soul, which is considered a fire wraith. The hot burn of his soul results in his brazen attitude.
4. Like most men, he keeps his tail hidden, and like his ears, it doesn’t effectively convey his mood. However, it’s still there. And, similar to Eruru and other denizens of Tsutariir, it doesn’t wag when he’s happy -- it wags when he’s flustered or distressed.
5. He treats his swords almost like comfort items, touching them frequently and always keeping them near him. He also uses them for menial tasks that they are far above being used for, like cutting firewood. It’s not because he doesn’t have respect for them, because he obviously does. He just doesn’t trust any other tool for the job.
are they a leader, do they prefer to follow, or would they rather just stay on the sidelines altogether?
Well, you’d never catch Oboro dead on the sidelines, so there’s that. But as for whether he’s a leader or a follower...both?
He did lead his fallen clan for a long time, so he has the willingness. The question is, does he have the ability to lead? And at first, no. So instead her follows, learning from Benawi, from Kurou, from Hakuoro, and he slowly proceeds to better himself/ He is faithful and devoted, not just to the cause, but to learning -- so much so that by the end, Hakuoro chooses Oboro to take his place as the Emperor of Tusukuru. However, though Oboro has certainly matured up to that point, he still isn’t ready to lead, and he recognizes that. So he leaves Tusukuru in the capable hands of Benawi while he finishes his training, and he does eventually return to take the throne -- which is, coincidentally, his birthright.
So, yeah, he is a leader. But it’s a long road for him to become the Once and Future King, and in order to effectively learn how to lead, he first must learn how to follow.
