Glow

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HellQ Questionnaire

Introduction

Who are you? Sum yourself up in one sentence.

I'm a small, sporty, fun Australian girl who can move things with her mind.

Wow that sounds like I'm trying to sign up for a dating site or something.

Do you have any nicknames, street names, titles, or nom de plume?

Nom de who? The people who looked afer me when I first started to use my telekinesis called me Glow. It kinda stuck!

Well they didn't really call me that, but one time when I tried to move a brick and failed and just made the air around it glow green a bit one of them said "well at least you made a pretty glow".

What is your full birth name?

Kristin Jones. I don't have a middle name.

Where do you live?

I'm from the Gold Coast in Australia. But I've just moved to the Claremont Academy.

How old are you? What year were you born (if applicable)?

I'm 16. Born in 1995 that is.

Physical Traits

What is your gender? If not applicable, please explain.

Female.

How would you describe your heritage?

My mother was born in Australia. We date back to convicts from the first fleet. That's right, descended from criminals! My father was from America and moved to Australia as a teenager.

How tall are you?

157cm. That's like 5 foot 2 inches.

What is your body type?

Slim but athletic. I'm tougher than I look!

Do you have any particular weaknesses, such as allergies or physical disabilities?

I'm a bit allergic to seafood. Not really bad, but it's still really really irritating.

How do you carry yourself? Are you graceful, or heavy on your feet? Can you be stealthy, do you walk with confidence?

I've got good balance and I'm pretty light on my feet. I can even dance a bit! I've never really worked on stealth, but I think I could learn!

Describe your skin, eye, and hair color.

I have pretty fair skin and a whole bunch of freckles. I do usually tan instead of sunburn though so that's ok.

My eyes are hazel and I have red hair.

How do you wear your hair, if applicable? Do you have facial hair?

I wear my hair short. It's just easier for climbing or gymnastics or Judo. And besides, if I grow it longer it gets impossible to keep tidy!

Do you consider yourself attractive? Do others?

I like to think I'm cute! I guess I'm probably a bit too skinny, but some people like that right?

Do you have any scars, tattoos, piercings, or birthmarks?

I've got a really thin 5cm long scar on my left hip from our pet cat. That creature HATES me.

Do you resemble anyone famous?

Not really.

Do you have a dominant hand?

Depends if I'm batting or bowling. I bat left handed but bowl right handed. I write with my left.

Bowling. You know, in cricket! .. You do know what cricket is right?

What kind of clothing do you wear?

Well you won't catch me in a dress if that's what you're asking. Jeans. Cargo pants. Tanktops. Oh and hoodies. I love hoodies!

Do you wear makeup?

Sure sometimes. Like for a date or a party maybe. But not for school.

What is your vocal range? Is your voice distinctive in some way?

I have a fairly high voice. But you don't want me to sing.

I have an Australian accent too. I think I sound perfectly normal, but I guess it's probably going to stick out a bit.

Do you have any distinctive habits, nervous tics, or mannerisms? Where did they come from, and what causes them? Do other people notice and remark on these habits? Do they annoy you or other people?

I think sometimes I'm a bit hyperactive for some people. Especially if I eat chocolate.

History

Where do you come from?

Australia. On the Gold Coast. That's in the South Eastern corner of the North Eastern state, Queensland. Got that?

Have you made any major moves, or do you live in your hometown?

Well I moved to Freedom City. Does that count?

Do you feel loyal to your country of citizenship? Do you consider yourself patriotic? How do you feel about the government of your country?

I love Australia. I don't really get into politics and all that, but I don't think the government does a bad job.

How do you feel about the place you come from?

I think I just said that I love Australia. And the Gold Coast has awesome beaches.

Where is your home town? What was/is it like?

It's a bit of a tourist destination. Great beaches, good shopping and some nice spots for camping. You should visit. No really!

Growing up, were most of the people you knew similar to you, or were you somehow a minority? How did that affect you?

I was pretty normal I guess. I'm a bit of a tomboy so not all the girls like me, but that's ok.

Is there something you've always been really good at or really bad at? How has that affected your life?

I've always been pretty good at most sports I try, but never really awesome. So I guess that's "No".

Were there any traumatic experiences in your early years (death of a family member, abandonment, orphaned at an early age)?

Not really. Unless you count the bit with my sister and the telekinetic stuff. That wasn't really "Early" though.

Briefly describe a defining moment in your childhood and how it influenced your life.

I didn't really have anything amazingly different when I was really young. I guess the most defining moment in my life is the car accident and telekinesis part. I honestly don't remember it that well, it's like a complete blur. I remember being terrified and being able to feel all of the things I was levitating and knowing that it was me doing it, but not knowing how. Anyway, it was on the news and I'm sure you can find the video on the internet. That describes it way better than I can.

What stupid things did you do when you were younger?

Most stupid things I did involved jumping off things or climbing things and falling off. Not too many emergency room visits though!

Where did you go to school? How much school did you have, and did you enjoy it?

Southport State school through grade 10. I'm transferring to Claremont now so that counts right? I like school mostly.

Do you have any mementos of your childhood? What are they, and why did you keep them? If you have none, why not?

I have a little stuffed fox called Foxy (Hey, don't laugh!). My Aunt bought him for me when I was born. He guards my bed when I'm not home.

When did you decide to become a hero? Why? Did anyone influence you one way or another in the decision?

I'm very new to this, I really only discovered that I'm a telekinetic mutant a few months ago. And I'm not a hero yet, but I really hope that one day I can live up to the title. Why? I can't imagine anything more rewarding than protecting people.

Is the reason you give people for becoming a hero different than your real reason? If so, why?

Not really. It's because I can, because I should and because I want to.

Do you have any deep, dark secrets in the past that may come back to haunt you?

Umm not really. Raiding the fridge at midnight doesn't count right?

Do you represent yourself as being different from who you really are? Why?

Not at all. What you see is what you get.

If you do have these secrets, what do you fear would happen if the truth became known? How far would you go to protect those secrets?

I don't fear people finding out about my fridge raids.

Do you have any sort of criminal record? If so, is it public knowledge?

No, none.

Family

What are your biological parents' names?

Jeff and Marie.

Were you raised by them? If not, please explain and describe who raised you.

Yes I was raised by them.

What was their standing in the community? What did/do they do for a living?

Just normal middle-class people. My Dad is an Engineer and Mum is a nurse. Dad is also a (very) amateur stage magician. It's pretty tacky but he has a couple of decent tricks I guess.

Where are your parents now?

Still in Australia. They're looking after my sister while she recovers.

Did your family stay in one area or move around a lot?

We've only moved house once in my life, and that was only like one suburb over.

How did you get along with their parents? How do you get along with them now (if applicable).

My parents are awesome.

How do your parents view you now, or how would they?

I think I frightened them a little with the whole telekinesis deal. They'd never ever admit it though. They support me coming to Freedom to learn what my gifts can do.

Do you have any siblings? If so how many and what are their names? Describe your relationship with them.

My sister Rebecca. She's a year older than me. She's my best friend, my protector and my biggest rival. I'm pretty sure that she kicks my butt at anything we've ever competed at. She's the best.

What was your birth order in the family?

Becs first, me a year later.

Where are your siblings now (if applicable)? Do they have families of their own? What do they do?

Becs is still at home recovering from getting hit by that car. She's tough though, she'll be fine in no time!

Do you stay in touch with them or have you become estranged?

I'll call her every night!

Do you love or hate one member of the family in particular?

I love all of my family, but I'm really close with my sister. Uncle Ed is a little creepy but I don't hate him or anything.

Is any member of the family special to you in any way (perhaps, as a confidant, mentor, or arch-rival)?

I think Bec is all of those at once!

Are there any black (or white) sheep in the family (including you)? If so, please explain.

Not really. Uncle Ed is a bit wacky sometimes but he's not too bad.

Do you have a notorious or celebrated ancestor? If so, please explain, including how it has affected your life.

Not really. I did mention my family dates back to convicts right? But that's not really that notorious.

Do you have a partner and children currently? If so, please describe them.

No, none.

If you do not have a partner or children, do you want them someday? How firm are you in your opinion on this, and what might change your mind?

Definitely. No question. But not for a long time yet.

What type of person would be your ideal mate?

Oh I don't know yet. Sporty. Hot? Wow I'm shallow!

Relationships

Do you have any close friends? If so, please describe them, and how you came to be close to them.

My sister is my best friend. Lame huh? I've always hung out with boys more than girls, so my football friends are the people I spend most time with.

Do you have a best friend? If so, how did they become your best friend? How close are you to your best friend?

I think I covered that already.

If you were to go missing, who would worry about you?

My family would worry!

Have you lost any loves? If so, how did it happen, and what did you do?

I haven't really had any loves yet.

Do you have any bitter enemies? If so, please describe them and their history with you.

Umm not really. I guess the two thugs in the car I levitated probably don't like me very much, but they're in jail.

If you have enemies, how do you think they might attempt to work against you in the future?

I don't think that really applies to me yet.

What is the worst thing someone has done to you?

I don't think anyone has ever done anything really that bad to me.

Where do your loyalties lie? In what order?

Family comes first. Then friends and teammates. Everybody else comes after that.

Who or what do you trust the most? Why?

I trust my family the most, then my teachers. They're the ones who help me and want me to succeed.

Who or what do you despise? Why?

Criminals and bullies. And I think it's pretty self-explanatory!

What qualities do you admire most in other people? Are these qualities you possess?

That's a real hard question to answer. I admire lots of people for lots of things. Some people for abilities in sports that I wish I had, some people for being really smart, some people for the power they wield. But I think that people who use what they have to make a real difference are the ones I really look up to.

What qualities do you hate most in other people? Do you have any of those qualities?

I hate people who are bullies.

Do you have a secret identity? If so, who knows it? Do you hide it from people who are close to you? Why?

It would be hard to keep what I can do secret. I was on the news after all. People are going to know that I'm "Glow".

Do you work well on teams and in groups? Are you a leader or a follower?

I've played sports on teams but that's about it. I've always been a team player, but not really a leader I don't think.

Are you on a super team? If so, how do you get along with your comrades? Do you trust them, or do you have secrets from them?

Not yet. Hopefully I might end up being worthy of that kind of team.

Are you a member of any church, fraternal organization, club, committee, political party, or other group? How much time do you spend on that?

Do sports teams count? I play AFL and soccer and I'm part of a Judo club too. It's how I like to spend my free time.

Personality & Beliefs

Who are your heroes?

Would it be tacky to say my sister? I never really idolized anyone for sports or even heroes.

Did you ever become disillusioned with former heroes or idols? If so, why and what were the circumstances?

Not really.

Do you like being a hero? If so, what is the most rewarding part? If not, what makes you keep doing it?

Like I said, I don't think I should be called a hero yet. But I love the idea that I can use what I have to help people.

Is there anything that would make you give up hero work, or even switch sides?

I might quit if I thought I was putting people in danger.

What are your short term goals (what would you like to be doing within a year)?

I'd like to be fully in control of my gifts and capable of helping out where I can.

What are your long term goals (what would you like to be doing twenty years from now)?

I really don't know yet. I'm looking forward to learning what I can do. I'd say I want to be a powerful and respected hero, but it's not really about that. I just want to be able to help.

What is your greatest fear? Why? What do you do when something triggers this fear?

I guess it's seeing the people I love get hurt. Or maybe being responsible for hurting someone else. I hope I react the right way now that I can maybe do something about it.

Is there anything you would give you life for?

My family. Or maybe dying for the greater good. It sounds romantic but I think it's probably not so cool in practice.

How do you feel about money and material wealth? Do you desire it or disdain it? Are you miserly with what you have, or do you like to share? Is it a mark of success, or a means to an end?

Money is money. You need some of it, and having more of it probably makes things easier sometimes. My family has always been comfortable enough and I've done OK saving my pocket money and the little bit I've made from my first job.

How do you generally treat others?

I usually make friends pretty easily and get along fine with most people.

Are you a trusting person? Has your trust ever been abused?

I guess I usually trust people. I haven't really ever felt betrayed by anyone.

Are you introverted (shy and withdrawn) or extroverted (outgoing)? Do you have a lot of self-confidence?

I'm pretty outgoing. People call me hyperactive. I sometimes get into trouble trying things that are beyond me physically (like jumping off the roof) so I guess that counts as self-confidence.

How do you act around attractive, available members of your preferred sex?

I usually want to wrestle with them or play football with them or something. I have figured out that boys are good for other things than that too though!

What are your most annoying habits?

I chew my fingernails.

Do you feel contempt for any general category of people? Who are they, and why?

Bullies. Criminals. I don't really need a "why" for that do I?

What is your favorite food? Do you prefer any particular type of food? Do you take the time to enjoy your food, or do you eat as fast as you can?

I'm a sucker for a nice big steak. I eat very slow too. Most people are finished dessert by the time I'm done with my dinner.

What is your favorite drink (alcoholic or otherwise)?

Just about any kind of sugary fizzy softdrink.

What is your favorite treat (dessert)?

Icecream! Especially Chocolate flavour.

Are there any specific foodstuffs that you find disgusting or refuse to eat?

Well I can't eat seafood.

What is your favorite color? Are there any colors you dislike?

I guess I like bold reds and blues and greens. But I hate yellow. Yellow shouldn't be a colour.

What sort of music do you like? Is there any that you hate?

I like most music, but I can't stand rap or country. Dance music is pretty boring too.

If you have a favorite scent, what is it?

Remember how I like a nice big steak? I love what that smells like when it's cooking. BBQ smell!

Do you have a favorite animal?

I love dogs. But not little rat-dogs that fit in your handbag. I hate cats.

What is your most treasured possession? Why?

I guess there's two things I'd be pretty upset if I lost. I'd be upset if I lost Foxy, and I also have a watch that my sister bought me when I turned 13 that I've worn pretty much every day since.

Do you enjoy "roughing it", or do you prefer your creature comforts?

I can do both, but I really think it's better to have a nice comfy bed and a warm shower. Camping is fun for a little while but it gets old pretty fast!

Is there a job or a task you would absolutely refuse to do?

Probably. I don't know what off the top of my head though!

Do you consider yourself a spiritual person? If so, how do your beliefs affect your life?How important is it to you?

Not at all.

Was your faith influenced or molded by anyone special?

My parents never took me to church, so I guess that moulded me just as much as going to church 3 times a week would have.

If you belong to a religious organization, how often do you attend? Do you have a specific place of worship, or friends within the organization? How much do you agree with the beliefs of your organization?

I'm not a member of any churches or anything like that.

Could you kill? Have you killed?

I haven't killed. I hope I never find out if I can.

What circumstances led to you forming that conviction, or taking that action?

Not really applicable.

Are there circumstances under which you believe it is permissible to kill? What are they?

I can't fault a soldier killing in war, or someone killing in self defence or to defend loved ones.

How would you react to watching someone kill another person? Would your reaction be different if the killer was a friend or an enemy of yours?

It really depends on the situation. I really think I'd be trying to stop any killing though.

How would you react if something important was stolen from you?

Be mad and call the police?

How would you react to public humiliation?

I'm not really that easy to embarrass. I guess shrug it off and get on with life?

How would you react if a good friend or relative were purposely or accidentally killed? Has it happened to you?

That would be horrible. Does anyone really know how they'd react? I hope that I wouldn't go on a rampage and throw a car at the killer.

What do you consider to be the worst crime someone could commit and why?

Murder? Rape? Genocide? There's a lot of awful things people can do.

If your life were to end in 24 hours, what five things would you do in those remaining hours?

Phone home. Eat chocolate, climb something high, play football, wrestle someone, find a hot boy and .. uh.. yeah. Oh and try to not die. That was more than 5 wasn't it?

Career & Training

Do you have any special training in your hero skills? If so, where and how did you get it?

I'm working on that. I've had a few weeks of "lessons" from a couple of helpful heroes in Australia, but really that's why I've moved to Claremont.

Who taught you the most about your heroing abilities? What was your relationship with that person?

I haven't had enough lessons to answer this yet!

Do you have any particularly unusual skills? How did you acquire them?

Umm. I can move things with my mind. That's unusual right? I was born with it really, but I only just found out about it.

Do you do something besides hero work for a living? Have you ever done anything else, or do you plan to?

I did have a job in an indoor rock climbing center. But really I'm just a student yet.

What is your preferred combat style?

Judo is really really fun! I've done some kickboxing too, that's pretty cool too. I don't think that's going to cut it for hero work though, so I'm learning how to use my telekinesis for fighting.

Have you ever received any awards or honours?

Not really no.

What skill areas would you like most to improve in? Is there anything you can't do that you wish desperately you could?

I have a lot to learn about almost everything. I've been told that I might even be able to use my telekinesis to fly. That's terrifying and very cool all at once.

How do you act around people who are more skilled than you in areas you'd like to improve? Are you jealous, or do you try and learn?

People who are better than me are for learning from. And getting beat up by.

Lifestyle & Hobbies

What is a normal day for you? How do you feel when something interrupts this routine?

wake up. Exercise. Eat. Sport or School. Eat. Sport or School. Eat. Eat. Eat. Sleep.

I'm pretty flexible though. So long as there's plenty of "Eat" in there I'm pretty happy.

Do you have any hobbies, or interests outside hero work? What are they, and where did you pick them up?

Did I mention sport? I love most kinds. I'm also secretly a bit of a nerd. I love video games and books and movies, especially science fiction.

What do you do for fun?

I mostly love physical stuff. Sports, kicking a football around, climbing something, whatever. But a good book on a rainy day works for me too.

Do you have a costume? What does it look like?

I really haven't thought too much about that yet, learning to control my telekinesis has been more important. I'm thinking something tight and comfortable with lots of pockets for carrying stuff and a cool hood maybe.

How do you normally dress when not in costume?

Didn't we do this already? Jeans, Cargos, tanktops, t-shirts. You won't be seeing me in a dress very much. I also love hoodies.

What do you wear to bed most nights?

I usually don't wear much to bed - my underwear at the most. I can't wear loose fitting stuff to sleep in, I roll around a lot and end up horribly tangled and uncomfortable. If it's cold then that's what warm blankets are for!

Do you wear any special jewelry? What is it, and what does it look like?

I don't wear much. I have a silver watch with a black band that my sister gave me.

Do you have a special place where you keep your valuables?

Not really. And if I did it'd be a secret!

What's your preferred means of local travel? How about long distance?

If it's within running distance then I love to run. Apart from that I guess I have to catch a ride with someone. I can't wait to learn to drive. Oh and if I can nail down that flying thing that'd be awesome too.

Miscellaneous

Have you ever made a will, or tried to make arrangements for your death? What provisions did you make?

No. I haven't really even thought about it.

If your features were to be destroyed beyond recognition, is there any other way of identifying your body?

Wow grim! Not really. I have 3 screws in my left ankle that might be a clue I guess.

What would you like to be remembered for after your death?

I guess if I'm going to be remembered I'd like it to be for being a protector. I'd also be pretty happy if my family and friends just remember me for being me.

Do you believe you pose a threat to the public? Why or why not?

I hope not. My telekinesis is a tiny bit wild just at the moment but I'm getting that under control.

What do you perceive as your greatest strength?

I'm going to assume you mean "greatest strength as a potential hero" and say that obviously my telekinesis is my greatest strength.

What do you perceive as your greatest weakness?

Right now? Inexperience.

As a player, if you could, what advice would you give your character? Speak as if he/she were sitting right here in front of you. Use proper tone so they might heed your advice...

Learn all you can and try not to bite off more than you can chew.