dæmon things

[littlesparrow]

disclaimer:
i do things a very specific way, according to the rules of the Dæmon Forums, because that's where i hang out and i have the most fun doing it that way, which means i'm not going to be loosey goosey about it, i'm gonna look at the animal behaviors and translate them into people behaviors and not involve mythology and stuff like that.

so if u don't wanna be that strict, i am not your person, but i am willing to help be a sounding board anyway and i can suggest off-the-wall animals that most people won't think of.

but if you're still on board, fill out the following and leave it here on this post for me or send it to me in a PP or reply to my one plurk:

FIRST, in general: key personality traits that can't be argued what do they value what stresses them specifics: introvert, extrovert, ambivert, etc sociability (social, asocial, socially selective, socially flexible, loyalty, etc) assertiveness levels (conflict avoidant, passive aggressive, assertive, aggressive, etc) independence levels expressiveness levels shape of thought patterns adaptability (includes topics like opportunism, resourcefulness) how do they handle projects things to consider: tendency for manipulation behavior in groups, includes teamwork how do they take in information how do they process information stubbornness honesty planning, impulsive

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from jamie

[littlesparrow]

OoT Zelda:

FIRST, in general: compassionate, self-critical, slow to open up but absolutely loyal once trust is earned, insightful, enduring, hard working
what do they value: morality, bravery, loved ones
what stresses them: fear of failure, of not being good enough, friends/family being in danger

specifics:
ambivert?
socially flexible?
calmly assertive - not going to pick a fight unless she feels /seriously/ wronged, but she's not going to be a doormat either
independent, but not in the 'lone wolf' kind of way - she can stand on her own two feet and she'd like to use that to help people, if that makes sense
middling in expressiveness? not super stoic - though she's obvs seen some shit that will make her close off if it's brought up - but she's also not jumping around smiling or crying openly or whatever
linear thought process
very adaptable/resourceful - was required for survival during timeskip - her core values will always stay the same though
creates a detailed plan with room to change as the situation does, FRETS OVER ANXIETY OF POTENTIAL FAILURE AND LETTING PEOPLE DOWN, buckles down and does the thing regardless - not satisfied with pure delegation; she'll generally desire some amount of control despite fears (blame not having much control during the timeskip)

things to consider:
prefers honesty over manipulation
will try to peacefully coexist with others unless they go against her core moral values - will promote working together and has a tendency to fall into leadership positions
a solid INFJ when it comes to taking in and processing information
EXTREMELY STUBBORN but in a patient way when it comes to her core values - she's willing to see and go with other options if they prove more effective and do not compromise those beliefs
tries not to outright lie, but she'll hold information back if she feels it might hurt someone she cares about
a planner, generally, but stressful situations can cloud her judgement and make her more impulsive

[littlesparrow]

REALLY CLOSE: Red fox. The big problem here is that they're competitive and ambitious. Goddamn.

Relatedly, arctic fox has the opposite problem: the one trait that's off with them is that they are the opposite of assertive.

Those are the two closest fits so far. I'm gonna still be looking, but I wanted to throw these your way to see if you think either of them are actually usable!

ETA: Gray foxes seem to be a middle-ground?

[sageprincess]

Augh, you're right in that they're all almost perfect but not quite. I think of the three I like the Red Fox best, since at least the ambitiousness is framed as for the sake of safety of themselves/their group rather than for personal gain.

plus I can imagine a little red keaton following her around ok no--