Bannhammer Posted April 21, 2011 Report Share Posted April 21, 2011 [ Pony Related Character ]Name: Maximilian Rockefilly Jr.Alias(s) He mostly goes by "Max", but if you're a good friend you can call him "Mack".Gender: MaleAge: StallionSpecies: UnicornPelt Color: Pure White, but he always wears a black tux.Mane/Tail Color & Style: His mane and tail are finely groomed and cut to a respectable length. His mane is usually brown, but he's had it dyed blonde.Eye Color: blueCutie Mark: A stack of bits.Physique: well built, but not very strongResidence: Manehattan, in a huge estate near the center of the city.Occupation: His business is making bits any way he can.Motivation: To redeem his family name after years of corruption and exploitation, while still making bits. And to use his fortune to Benefit ponykind.Poison Joke Effect: Physically unable to lie, or otherwise mislead anypony.Likes:MONEY: It's good stuff!culture, intelligence, fine dining: All important things for society to function, don't you think?He loves doing whatever pleases him: ANYTHINGHe adores Suits and Tuxes: Looking good is a central part of BEING good, right?Debating is an all time favorite thing to do: Arguing is futile.Dislikes:Earth Ponies: What, no magic or flight?Labor: Seems a bit tedious...He absolutely loathes idealists: Once you've seen the underbelly of society, HOPE is just a four letter word.His Family: A bunch of lazy, exploiting, cruel, terrible ponies who would sell each other out for a few bits. Good thing he's the only one left besides his mother.Character Summary:A quick history: Maximilian's Grandfather made a fortune by jumping into the market of the brand new 'railroads', his investment paid off, and after some cutthroat business practices his firm ended up on top and made him millions. His father, Maximilian Sr., expanded the fortune and created a massive political estate in Manehattan's upper echelons through graft, backroom deals and flat out unethical practices. His busy life never allowed him to spend quality time with his son, and they never developed a relationship. The Rockefillies became synonymous with corruption, and while they hold a lot of power in Manehattan, there isn't much love for this family of elites. Maximilian earned his cutie-mark, a stack of bits, after making his first successful investment. He became convinced that his purpose was to use money to make money, and for no other purpose. He was sent off to Canterlot to study magic, but he was quickly kicked out for using magic to counterfeit; an incident quickly forgotten after a large donation to the school. Once he returned, he spent the rest of his youth learning the intricacies of the political arena and the market. Years of firsthoof experience with cut-throat politics and shady business deals matured him quickly. After his father passed away, his mother became a shut-in and Max was left to run the family fortune, and he realized how much contempt there was for his family. Most ponies in the city hated how the Rockefillies had driven countless businesses bankrupt, destroyed all political opponents, and ran the city with no concern for the average pony. This new knowledge didn't affect him at first, but after a while the solitary life of earning bits and making deals left him fulfilled in every sense but one. Something didn't feel right, the surge of joy Maximilian felt from earning every bit was gone, and only a hollow feeling was left. He decided to re-evaluate his purpose in life, and travel Equestria not only to redeem the Rockefilly name, but discover what he should do with himself. Now for that personality stuff:Snooty and vain at first glance, it takes some patience to find the nice Stallion underneath the rich exterior.A valuable skill he picked up in the political arena of Manehattan was coercion and diplomacy, his command of language and argument comes in handy all throughout his life. He speaks eloquently, and Maximilian usually talks his way out of bad situations, mainly because he stinks at fighting and doesn't know much magic.Having basically raised himself, Max never really had a social life; no dating or making friends. Any form of casual conversation is hard for him, and he naturally tries to be business like. Max is certain that nopony likes him because of his name, even if they don't know him. His insecurity leads him to sometimes be a jerk around others, trying to get in their heads and under their skin solely to protect himself from the expected contempt.Around strangers, his personality is cold on the outside, and only slightly warmer on the inside. If you can befriend him, expect ferocious loyalty.Max is now a different pony. He had always felt like something was wrong, and when he met a young pony named Cherry, it set him on a whole new path. He now wants to benefit EVERYPONY, and he has no problem losing money to do it. He has no issue with hurting some ponies to benefit everypony. He may be nicer, but he's still not an idealist.In order to ensure 24/7 access to his fortune, Max usually carries some sort of magical pouch. While it seems like an empty bag, when he opens it the bag becomes a direct link to the Rockefilly fortune. In a pnch he can turn various other storage devices into a link, ensuring that he'll never be withoutPonies he knows! Babbles- Met at the Gala He's absolutely infatuated with the journalist, and he respects her immensely. He very much wishes to meet her again, and he's already planned an interview with her.PeaBea- met in Ponyville. He thinks she's annoying, but adorable.Tempest Rime- Met in Ponyville. He doesn't know what to think!Shutterbug- Met in Fillydelphia. She's a skilled photographer, she just needs a stricter work ethic.Snake Oil- Met in Manehattan. He hates this pony, but respects him. Max stole his sunglasses, and now keeps them under lock and key in his house, only wearing them on special occasions.Sheriff Silverstar- Met in Appleoosa Doesn't think much of the mustachioed pony, he just sees him as a respectable old stallion.Louise LaMare- Met in Apploosa A kind pony whom he has no problems with at allMadame Bistro- Met in Appleoosa He loves her drinks, and he respects her immensely.Honeythread - Met in Appleoosa She's a smart young mare who has earned his respect with her gumptionArrow Plain - Met in Appleoosa A rambunctious young pony who he would very much wish to avoid.Zephyr Burst- Met in a cave near Manehattan Max feels terrible about what he did to Zephyr, and he honestly wants to see him again so he can apologize. Zephyr is the only living pony that Max is actually fearful of.Cherry Dawn- Met in Manehattan She's an amazing pony that helped push Max onto his new path. He wishes her the best and would do anything to help her out.Random Facts!:As a foal, Max was never allowed to have toys, so he developed the habit of counting bits, he does it almost all the time.The only thing his father ever gave him was his Mahogany desk. It's Max's most prized possession.Max was recently humiliated in the press, when his lawn grew out of control and enveloped his mansion.His father didn't spend much time with him, but when he did, he taught Max valuable life lessons. Like dealing with unforeseen circumstances by putting poison joke in his pillow. Or working under pressure by dropping him off in the middle of Manehattan with only 1 bit, and only allowing him to return home when he had 30. A beautiful picture by Buxy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skye Posted April 22, 2011 Report Share Posted April 22, 2011 I'm not so certain this character would be useful for much other than big talking and solving disputes between the borders. It's kind of a conflict, having him being a cutie mark-less colt and then adding years of business deals and politics at the end...it seems like he should be older. If he's that young and inexperienced, he should likely still be discovering what makes him special. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thunder Boomer Posted April 22, 2011 Report Share Posted April 22, 2011 He's a colt that "Enjoys a good drink?" Damn. How long has this kid been drinkin'? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bannhammer Posted April 24, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 24, 2011 Both good points. I'm gunna make him a bit older, and definitely change a bit about him.I'm not sure if i'll keep him a blank flank, but i'll try to make it work. Thanks for the input! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bannhammer Posted April 25, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 25, 2011 Fixed him... i hope! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillowWisp Posted April 26, 2011 Report Share Posted April 26, 2011 Considering he's an adult without a Cutie Mark, I don't know if this will be allowed. The show makes it clear that all ponies get a mark, and at a young age. If "Denarius' main strength is his ability to coerce and convince." as you put it... then he clearly has some strong skill, whether it be good or not. And that would be something leading to a mark. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bannhammer Posted April 27, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 27, 2011 Good Point! I'm gunna have to do some major revisions... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skye Posted April 28, 2011 Report Share Posted April 28, 2011 Make sure you put 'WIP' on him if he's still a work in progress! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MyLittlePonyTales Posted May 5, 2011 Report Share Posted May 5, 2011 How is this character coming along? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bannhammer Posted May 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 7, 2011 He's going well, i'm about to update him with some massive improvements. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bannhammer Posted May 14, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 14, 2011 Fixed him up a bit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MyLittlePonyTales Posted May 16, 2011 Report Share Posted May 16, 2011 It says in his personality that, 'He's not smart, but he knows how to handle tough situations.' But it also says, 'He speaks eloquently, and Maximilian usually talks his way out of bad situations, mainly because he stinks at fighting and doesn't know much magic.' This sounds like he is an excellent talker, and relies more on skill of smarts and a quick tongue than on his magic. His Likes also includes "Intelligence." I see these couple of things as a bit contradictory.And in the third paragraph of the Character Summary, it says "business" instead of "businesses".But I like how you've fleshed out the character. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skye Posted May 19, 2011 Report Share Posted May 19, 2011 Kinda reminds me of what Prince Blueblood turned out to be. He looks pretty good otherwise. Approved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bannhammer Posted July 31, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 31, 2011 A few minor updates and a beautiful picture by the talented Buxy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bannhammer Posted August 6, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 6, 2011 Updated! Added new random facts and a 'Ponies he knows' section. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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