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ellis ( left 4 dead 2 ) | not reserved
Contact Info: plurk.
Other Characters Played: haytham kenway ( assassin's creed )
Preferred Apartment: none
Character Name: Ellis
Canon: Left 4 Dead 2
Canon Point: during the campaign Swamp Fever
Background/History: here!
personality + abilities + items
Ellis has an optimistic view of life during a very large portion of the game, and is rather excited about things that he shouldn't really be excited about-- such as when the zombie apocalypse hits the US at first; he saw the whole thing as the world's biggest shooting range. A giant dare that was made for him to eagerly take on and impress those around him-- well, at least until he started getting tired or running left to right and almost being killed everyday. Being 23 years old, Ellis is the youngest of the survivors in his group of four-- you'd think he'd be at least a little mature, especially with his life on the line. Well, about that! The young man might as well be a five year old wielding a gun and knowledge of many many curse words. He's silly, reckless, and his own personal idea of being "indestructible" certainly gets him into more trouble than needed or wanted. He also often becomes extremely animated over very small things ( such as cotton candy, amusement rides, and "Kiddy Land" ), and of course:
-- as you see from the above, he doesn't quite know when to put the breaks on his tongue.
His mouth is something like a motor, sticking the keys into the ignition and gearing up the engine at some of the most inappropriate times. Most of the time, he's rambling about his best friend Keith and their shenanigans, telling stories about how the guy nearly kills himself while performing stupid stunts or getting into trouble. The stories Ellis comes up with are countless, sometimes even unreal, and probably go on for who know's how long unless he's told to stop. It is speculated that "Keith" is merely an imaginary friend of Ellis'-- that or he is real, but the stories are way over exaggerated, seeing as the situations described should've killed Keith in multiple scenarios. At least, according to Ellis, he was one of the first people to get a helicopter ride to safety.
Even if Ellis could be idiotic, a tiny bit misinformed ( to the point that he would seem just a tad stupid ), childish, or have the tendency to talk way too much at times, he's actually the most well mannered out of his group, and always looks out for them (while they make sure he stays out of trouble). His lighthearted fervor allows him to charge through tough situations and take them head on, while still being able to maintain that upbeat outlook.
Ellis: "I can call it what I like, fancy-suit."
Ellis was indeed taught manners when growing up, which explains his politeness to the survivors, even when insulted sometimes ( as you see from the quote above-- after being called an inbred, he didn't retaliate at all ). He's good-natured; Even his most aggressive lines in- game end up sounding humorous, failing to express his anger the way he had intended to.
Abilities/Powers: no powers-- Ellis is plain and human! although, his natural abilities span from car mechanics and auto repair, a bit of karate, and having a swell knack at shooting with a variety of different firearms.
Items/Weapons:
- 1 fully loaded combat shotgun
- 1 crowbar
- 1 health pack
samples ( end )
Sample Entry:
[ a voice call begins with a silence still lingering, along with quiet intakes of breath against the speaker. they weren't heavy-- though the gap of silence could only mean one was in thought. ]
oh--Hello?
[ or maybe just didn't notice the 'call' went through. finally! his voice sounds a bit more excited; now, a little louder this time, he clears his throat. ]
.... Heeeeeeello?
[ a pause ]
Look-- Y'all? Hehe Ohkay, y'got me good, guys. Y'got me. Really. But this is gettin' kinda freaky. For one I ain't seen a clean bed in forever, and--
. . . Anyone?
[ a disappointed sigh is breathed into the phone's speaker after a few seconds of no response, the sound of fabric brushing against it as he lowers his arm to his side. ]
Hell, c'mon.
Sample Entry Two:
All of them were on guard, each carrying a weapon and ready to defend themselves; from guns to axes-- frying pans and machetes, they were ready to face the hordes of infected to come, just beyond the safe house doors. Ellis was hardly ever in a state of seriousness, which often led to him either cheerfully bringing up a story, or making some well placed comments, questions-- Sometimes, at least for the other survivors, it probably felt as if they were looking after a child ( what, with questions like "Hey, Coach? Can coaches marry people?" ). There was a part of him that had seriously felt all of this was fun, just as long as his group was alive, kicking, and kicking zombie ass. A moment like this one just begged for him to single handedly break the silence! Fixing his cap, rubbing his nose, and clearing his throat, he stepped out with the rest of the group when Coach, the leader, opened the door. They were exposed now, and had to fight off whatever came running to them. Surprisingly, it wasn't too bad in this area! They weren't overwhelmed, right?
Finally, the man's lips parted to speak. He always held a level of hope that he would be heard, that his stories wouldn't go unnoticed or interrupted. And perhaps, in his mind he believed that they loved the stories. They just didn't have the time nor the concentration to give Ellis their attention is all. His tongue sets of and his mouth rolls, words piling upon words upon words, becoming a seemingly endless monologue--
Until the moment that was impossible to skip-- an interruption. Perhaps for the best, or the brunette would just continue. Another man cut in before a single extra word could leave his lips, his tone stern and obviously irritated. Hey, Howdy Do. Now is not the right time here. Off in the distance ( perhaps not too far away ) were the growls, snorts, and angry yells of a Charger. For that reason, they had to remain quiet. Being pummeled right into a wall then smashed against the ground wasn't fun, and was best avoided.
As he would always do, Ellis quickly replied with a hushed "Okay," straightening up and keeping his mouth shut for the duration of the walk. He didn't mind it much-- he would start at another time. Rounds were shot at raging zombies, a Charger was killed ( only because they found it before it found them! ) and their journey went on. It was still pretty quiet, with the exception of a few comments made by either Nick, Coach, or Rochelle . . . Well, at least until they neared a large sign printed 'Kiddy Land'. Just beyond the sign were rides made fore younger children-- but Ellis became genuinely excited, loudly stating ( with much excitement and joy in his voice );
"Holeee SHIT, guys-- Kiddy Land!!!"
He could bounce with excitement ( and if one watched closely, perhaps he was ). He wanted to go on that one-- No, that one. And play that! For a moment, the young southerner forgets they were even among a zombie apocalypse in favor of the abandoned carnival, balloons, stuffed prizes, and cotton candy machines. ( they all worked still, you know. ) How could one not excited, they had a park all to themselves!
Though, the other three either sighed or rolled their eyes, or a combination of both.
-> ACCEPTED