Captain Fidley Posted March 12, 2011 Report Share Posted March 12, 2011 [ Captain Fidley and the Airship "Venture" ]Name: Cornelius W. FidleyGender: MaleAge: Late 40sSpecies: GriffonEye Color: An intense goldPhysique & Colors: Still wiry and strong from his life "before the mast", though he is developing a bit of a paunch. The feathers on his head are a pure white, and his body a dirty grey. The fur on his lion half is a rich chestnut, though it is beginning to streak with gray. There is a tattoo of a fouled anchor on his right foreleg.Residence: Captain's quarters onboard the "Venture"Occupation: Master and Owner of the tramp airship "Venture"Likes: A real lifetime sailor, he's only truly happy underway with the wind in his feathers. His first love is for his ship, which is of his own design. He is an independent sort, and prefers to be on the move. He is a shrewd negotiator and enjoys a good haggle, which has done good things for his bottom line. He enjoys smoking a tobacco pipe, and is often accompanied by its sweet smelling smoke. Despite his gruff nature he is gentle around children, as they remind him of the family he leaves behind in Rockwing City. Dislikes: As the Captain of a ship he has no time for unprofessional behavior or incompetence, and those in his disfavor will find his temper short and his tongue biting. He dislikes having to stay in one place for more than a few days, and will become irritable very quickly if he is delayed by circumstance or mechanical failure. He is stubborn and set in his ways, as well as superstitious. Those seeking passage on the venture would do well to respect the customs of the airmen aboard, lest they find themselves put aground wherever the ship may be. Character Summary: Fidley is a life-long airship sailor, shipping aboard his first vessel at the tender age of 10. He learned his craft "Before the mast" with the common sailors, rising to the office of Third Mate by the age of 16. By 20 he had his first command, the air liner "Aurora". He finally saved enough wages to make his dreams of owning his own ship a reality, and with the help of some careful investing he commissioned the construction of the "Venture" on his 40th birthday. Now nearing 50, he has finally paid off the ship and is free to do as he wills with it, wandering Equestria and beyond with what cargo and passengers he pleases. The airship "Venture" measures nearly 300 feet long from fore to aft, and is propelled by two pusher propellors. These are driven by a triple-exansion steam engine in the gondola. The airbag is inflated with hot steam from the boiler, and kept warm by the revolutionary insulation qualities of the fabric. Within the gondola lay the bridge, crews' quarters and mess, as well as six double cabins for twelve passengers. Within the honeycombed airbag are the cargo decks, cranes and steam cells. The ship runs on no fixed schedule and calls at any and all settlements in Equestria. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tam Posted March 13, 2011 Report Share Posted March 13, 2011 How exciting, one of our first Griffin characters!! I love the idea, and you even put their knowledge of technological advance to use with the air ship. Good, good, and good. Approved! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sigg Posted March 14, 2011 Report Share Posted March 14, 2011 YES! GRIFFINS!I want to rp with him and his crew so bad right now.Btw, what does his ship do? Is it a cargo ship or what? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Fidley Posted March 14, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2011 She's a passenger/cargo ship (technically breakbulk). The crew grows as I find roles that need filling, so check the log. I'll try to keep it updated.We should chat regarding the whole griffin thing. I've got some ideas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sigg Posted March 15, 2011 Report Share Posted March 15, 2011 Cool, just send me a pm if you wanna chat. I've been on sorta sporadically, so I try to message you back asap.Btw, do you have any positions on the ship that need filling? I'd love to make a character for your crew. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Fidley Posted March 15, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 15, 2011 Take a look, add your commentsAnd yeah, I've been thinking of opening up some spots on the ship. Be happy to see a common sailor or an engine room oiler. Maybe a cook or a supercargo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sigg Posted March 15, 2011 Report Share Posted March 15, 2011 I think I'll try to make a Griffin for your ship then. Now I just have to brainstorm... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Fidley Posted March 15, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 15, 2011 I made an art! Image of the Venture has been updated from stolen concept to my own vision. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sigg Posted March 16, 2011 Report Share Posted March 16, 2011 Looks awsome. Maybe it could use some sails/wings though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Fidley Posted March 16, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 16, 2011 I may add them back when I do a front profile. Sails are hard to depict end on when all you've got is a mouse and are basically abusing the Illustrator line and arc tools. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sigg Posted March 16, 2011 Report Share Posted March 16, 2011 Yea, I can see where you'd run into problems using that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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