Post by October on Jan 16, 2010 19:32:52 GMT -5
Name: Joshua "October" Rowland
Age: 17
Physical appearance:
October is a fit kid, lean, but fit. He has sandy blonde hair, which he inherited from his mother, while his sister got her looks from his father. He’s the same height as Ghost, 6, 1, but doesn’t really care to use his strength. He’s more of those, I’ll fight, but your goin’ down now matter what people. He wears a blue shirt, with black suspenders, and brown pants. He’s generally seen barefoot, unless he has shoes.
History:
October's father is Italian, his Mother American. Gianni Rowland immigrated over to America after his father tried to force him to marry. He was growing tired of Italy, tired of being bossed around, and was looking for adventure. Leaving his family behind, he boarded a ship and docked in Ellis Island, New York City. It was there that he met Mary McCormick, the daughter of his boss at the shipping yards, and fell in love. They were married and Gianna moved out of the city as fast as he could, longing for the countryside of New York. Away from all the hustle and bustle. They had two children, Joshua and Rebecca.
When Joshua was 11, his Mother drowned when Gianna took her out for a boat ride on the river not far from their house. The tides had been high and Gianni had noticed it, but Mary insisted, saying she was in safe hands. The boat hit a rock and tipped, and Mary disappeared. Gianni searched for her and soon found her washed up on the bank a mile down the river, leaving him to raise two children on his own. They quickly became in debt and Gianni started to drink.
Three years, they tried to keep together as a family, trying not to lose their home, scratching and scraping to pay off the bills. And all those five years, Gianni, troubled and drunk, abused his children. Finally they couldn't take it anymore, and October and his sister ran away to the city, knowing their father didn't like it there. They lived off the streets until they found the Harlem Lodging House and have been living there for the past three years.
Personality: October is a very trusting, tough kind of guy. He can be very protective too, especially of Willow since he doesn't want her to be hurt. Most of the time he doesn't like to be messed with, and is a bit stubborn and isn't afraid to be defiant.
Likes:
His Sister
Harlem
Boats
Dislikes:
Anyone who doesn't agree with Harlem
Age: 17
Physical appearance:
October is a fit kid, lean, but fit. He has sandy blonde hair, which he inherited from his mother, while his sister got her looks from his father. He’s the same height as Ghost, 6, 1, but doesn’t really care to use his strength. He’s more of those, I’ll fight, but your goin’ down now matter what people. He wears a blue shirt, with black suspenders, and brown pants. He’s generally seen barefoot, unless he has shoes.
History:
October's father is Italian, his Mother American. Gianni Rowland immigrated over to America after his father tried to force him to marry. He was growing tired of Italy, tired of being bossed around, and was looking for adventure. Leaving his family behind, he boarded a ship and docked in Ellis Island, New York City. It was there that he met Mary McCormick, the daughter of his boss at the shipping yards, and fell in love. They were married and Gianna moved out of the city as fast as he could, longing for the countryside of New York. Away from all the hustle and bustle. They had two children, Joshua and Rebecca.
When Joshua was 11, his Mother drowned when Gianna took her out for a boat ride on the river not far from their house. The tides had been high and Gianni had noticed it, but Mary insisted, saying she was in safe hands. The boat hit a rock and tipped, and Mary disappeared. Gianni searched for her and soon found her washed up on the bank a mile down the river, leaving him to raise two children on his own. They quickly became in debt and Gianni started to drink.
Three years, they tried to keep together as a family, trying not to lose their home, scratching and scraping to pay off the bills. And all those five years, Gianni, troubled and drunk, abused his children. Finally they couldn't take it anymore, and October and his sister ran away to the city, knowing their father didn't like it there. They lived off the streets until they found the Harlem Lodging House and have been living there for the past three years.
Personality: October is a very trusting, tough kind of guy. He can be very protective too, especially of Willow since he doesn't want her to be hurt. Most of the time he doesn't like to be messed with, and is a bit stubborn and isn't afraid to be defiant.
Likes:
His Sister
Harlem
Boats
Dislikes:
Anyone who doesn't agree with Harlem