Guan Xing

[Guan Xing]

Guan Xing

Anguo	Han Chinese	24
5'9"	155 lbs	Shu
Male	Heterosexual	General

Appearance

A handsome young man with sharply pointed facial features and a steadily tapering jawline, Guan Xing may share neither his father's ruddy complexion nor his imposing stature, yet he cuts quite the impressive figure when it suits him. Possessing a clearly well defined musculature and a measured, calm demeanour which sees him carry himself with a reassuring ease he can exert a commanding physical presence but just as easily step recede in to the background.

personality

Intelligent – Having studied the practical and more theoretical arts of combat and large scale warfare from a young age, he has acquired a keen and insightful mind able to easily deduce or at least speculate upon the strategies of an enemy and develop an effective counter measure.

Resourceful – Not one to leave things to chance, he is the kind of man who uses everything at his disposal in order to achieve victory, undeterred by whatever setbacks he may encounter he will adjust and continue on towards his goals.

Courageous – Aspiring to perhaps one day be the equal of his father and brother, it's rare that Guan Xing will shy away from a fight. While he is intelligent enough to avoid an enemy he knows he cannot defeat, he will often take on the more dangerous aspects of a plan to remove that burden from his comrades. His courage stems from his will to protect those around him and as long as he has friends or family to protect there are few feats of bravery he would not undertake.

Honourable – A loyal subject, son and friend, Guan Xing will stand by his brothers in arms to the last as to betray them in word or deed would be the same as betraying himself. Even to his enemies he shows this side of himself, presenting a solid yet courteous character even should he receive bile and slander in return. To his subordinates he is firm but fair, expecting nothing from them which he himself would not do and meting out proportionate punishments should any of them transgress the honour of their army or the chain of command.

Affectionate – Though not particularly outgoing he doesn't try to clam his feelings up behind a stoic front and once his friendship is extended he is dependable to a fault. To his siblings he is softer still and while he respects them he does have a tendency to dote even though he is only the second son.


Emotional – For all his intelligence he tends to let his heart rule his head, particularly when his comrades are in danger it is plain to see that he cares too much. This can cause him to be indecisive when his actions would bring strife down on his brothers in arms even if they were to the benefit of the kingdom and in contrast it can make him exceedingly reckless where he would usually know to be cautious should his allies come under threat.

Trusting – Not one to second guess the motives of those around him, while he does not trust just anyone implicitly once one has earned their way in to his good graces it is difficult indeed to sway his trust in someone, a trait which may very well come back to haunt him in such an era of treachery.

Inexperienced – For all his skills he is still young and has yet to properly prove himself in martial or strategic feats. Though his skill in both is doubtless he is yet to acquire the wealth of practical experience which makes his seniors so very valuable and formidable.

Self-effacing – Though a strong, skilled and driven young man he would be the first to diminish his skills and achievements, particularly when anyone tries to heap praise upon him or even pay him a simple compliment.

Lightweight – Guan Xing really can't handle his alcohol, round about three cups of wine he gets all dreamy and melancholic, any more than that and he's liable to conk out at any moment. In addition he really REALLY likes to talk when he's drunk, it's a pretty sure thing that if you want to prise something out of him (something he wouldn't divulge for the asking anyway) that alcohol is the way to go.

history

The second son of Guan Yu, Guan Xing was raised to become a skillful warrior who would live up to his father's great name. Quickly becoming proficient in the martial arts at a young age, he was likewise never allowed to neglect his studies, having more theoretical military principles drilled in to him so that he might serve Lord Liu Bei as a more than a blunt instrument. He would become a well rounded young man skilled in contests of the body and mind, still he aspired to even greater heights ever seeking to chase after his father and brother.

Upon reaching adulthood he immediately entered in to Liu Bei's service and several officers, Zhuge Liang in particular were said to have made note of his burgeoning talents which seemed to far outstrip his age.

[Britt]

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