Characteristics: "I am not sociable, and like to be by myself most of the time. Actually I'm not sure if it's because i like it or if it's because I'm used to it, but either way, I don't like being around a lot of people. I'm very distant with everyone except my precious family, though I'm polite and caring, even to people i don't like very much.

I want to make people feel better when they are feeling down, and I just try to make as many comforting comments as i dare, for fear of making the situation worse. But I know that as long as they aren't feeling well, I won't leave their side.

I don't like telling people about my problems, and prefer being alone when I'm feeling sad, angry, or depressed. The only person I can confide in with these problems is my sister <3. I would avoid all fights if possible, verbal or physical. But if my loved ones and friends were in danger, I would have no problem standing up to anyone for them. Also, it's very hard for me to get angry or annoyed by something, unless it's an entire day of little problems.

I don't like being the center of attention often, but I do like a few rare occasions when i'm noticed. It's very hard for me to be noticed because I don't have any outstanding physical features, and I like to hide or mask the way I really feel unless I'm with my true friends and family.

I stick very closely to rules and authority figures, unless it goes against my virtues. I like most people and see good points in everyone. It always cheers me up to see someone else happy. If they are sad, I tend to stay by their side and offer as many comforting words as I dare, for fear of just making matters worse. But one thing is for sure, I won't leave the person's side until they are feeling better.

I have a strong sensitivity to anything being hurt or in danger. I like to let flies and ants loose instead of squashing them or hurting them. I don't like people who make others feel bad for any reason, though i don't act cold to them. My philosophy is if everyone kept getting back for fights or attitudes, then fighting and anger would never end. Someone has to break the chain, so why make someone else do it if it's easier to do it yourself?

I don't like physical contact much. Even with my family members and beloved friends, I rarely hug or kiss them. I especially avoid these contacts with the opposite gender.

I was despicable as a child, and I know it now. I was disobedient, rude, greedy, and spoiled. i was also a liar. Now, I'm obedient, docile, generous, polite, and absolutely abhor lying, even in the most trivial matters. I feel guilt towards what I did when I was young.

I do have an emotional scar, and whatever my dæmon is, he or she will have a scar starting from the left collarbone down diagonally, crossing over to the left arm near the elbow. It's a strange place, but it symbolizes that though my heart was not destroyed completely, a mark has been left to show my complex, hesitant feelings to ever having another love relationship again.

I don't feel pain much, and I'm very clumsy. I'm not graceful or agile or flexible, but I do like to get active once in a while, even though I trip constantly and hurt myself a lot.

I'm usually passive about some things, though I stick to my favorites with enthusiasm. I like having common things with any person, because any common things are rare for me. Even my friends have extremely different personalities. For example, I'm taciturn and sensitive, while one of my friends is bold and loud.

I am intelligent, but it's hard for me to see a picture as a whole. It's only after a day, or a period of time before it "suddenly hits me" and I see everything I didn't see before. I love to be creative and artsy, but only when I'm doing arts and crafts for fun. When I'm doing something that could affect me or a loved one immensely, I stick to old experiences and knowledge.

I am obsessive with certain things, like dragons and anime. People usually don't know what to think of me, except the fact that "I'm smart" Because I don't talk a lot, and remain distant with everyone. It doesn't bother me, but it makes me wish that I had more friends who knew me better than just "the smart girl".

I admire intelligent, strong, caring people, who don't put themselves first and are level-headed. I strive to have those same qualities, but i know some qualities I desire are beyond my reach. I want to be independent because I don't want to burden those who care about me, but I truly feel comfortable when I'm with someone else. I tend to get along better with people younger and older than me, and have difficulty making friends with my peers.

I love creating music, art, poetry, and novels, but rarely let anyone see them. They seem to reflect the personal life that I have, and showing that to someone feels like a vulnerability to me. I am an avid collector of knicknacks, and love small things that remind me of some experience or other. I also like making things for loved ones, for birthdays or anniversaries, etc. I am not energetic, but I am enthusiastic, and I will put my whole heart in everything I do. I try my hardest, and finish things as fast as possible with good quality, otherwise I will forget. That gives me time to rest and relax without any worries, and I love just relaxing without a care in the world. I like to work during the morning and day, and rest during the night."



Characteristics:
-Schitzo dual-sided
-A very contradicting person
-Needs someone else to take care of them
-Makes you feel guilty, even though they don't mean to. And when they know that they are hurting someone, they feel terrible but don't move to fix it
-They expect people to take care of them first, have strong set beliefs, and when someone tells them otherwise and tries to change their mind they flip out
-They're a very depressed dark person; they hide their feelings very well, and are a totally different person online than off
-They need the attention of other people. They're highly needy.
-On good days they're sweet and nice and fun, and have a great sense of humor
-And caring. They have a big heart and really want to help people.
-Their life is a story of good intention
-Their mood swings a lot and they can't find much good. They've been in a slump for years.
-They have a hard life that they need to deal with, and though they have acquaintances they have only a few true blue friends
-They don't have many close friends, because when people get too close, the people hurt them while trying to help them and they get rid of these people
-That's the easiest way they deal with their problems
-They want other people to make decisions for them
-They are highly clingy to the ones they love
-And on the decisions thing: They are highly HIGHLY doubtful of themselves
-They NEED back up of their words, even though, sometimes even that doesn't help
-They go around in circles a lot and change their mind a ton
-They're akin to "black hole" people, who need to change themselves because they are sucking the life out of those around them
-They are a good person, on the inside
-They don't just run from their problems either
-If their problem is a person they basically eradicate them from their life, completely



Characteristics:

- Behavior in group settings (how well you work in groups, how you interact with multiple people, etc.)
I'm a pretty laid back kind of guy, and I listen to what other people have to say before putting in my own input. I'm generally quiet, but people tell me I give off an air of confidence and comfort. When I say something, it is usually worth listening to, and I like to make people laugh with my unique sense of humor. I rarely get mad at people for any reason.

- Extroverted/introverted (in general)
I'm kind of in between. I'm seen as a popular person that people can't touch...Or something. I have my close friends who are CLOSE, and I am very very partial to my partner. So I would say secretly extroverted. ;)

- Outgoing/conservative
I can be outgoing. Definitely. I'm one who can sit back and be lazy and just sleep all day, but when someone suggests something fun I'm all for it. Not totally bouncy though, I still stay back and relax.

- Problem solving strategies (what is the usual process you use to get from Point A to Point B)
I'm pretty much an impulse person. My mind thinks fast and I can come up with a logical answer very quickly and smoothly. A lot of the time, people think my answers come straight out of the blue. Just the way I think I guess. *shrug*

- Leader/follower
I'm usually independent. I will follow when necessary, but not occasionally. I can get a bit on the reckless side, but only when looking for a bit of fun. I lead in the sense that I help people find where they need to go when they are hurt or lost. Most people come to me when they seek advice or problems.

- Fastidious/careless
I'm not a very picky person at all, and can be very easy to please. *laughs* I'll eat anything, and I'm pretty much "if you think it works best, then go for it" kind of guy. I don't want to cause trouble, so I just go with the flow on things. If I think something needs changing however, I'll speak up about it. Umm...eventually. >>

- Passionate/apathetic (in general or about a certain thing)
I can be a VERY passionate person... just ask my girlfriend. ;) I kid, I kid! But when I love something, I really REALLY let them know I love them. I will go to great lengths to make them feel as happy as possible. I put my voice in on a specific belief, and I stand by my beliefs if necessary. I can still be flexible though.

- Any particular affinities (with objects, animals, etc.)
Hmm...I like birds. And people tell my I'm like the sun in my behaviour and mannerisms. Actually some of my friends thought my daemon was a phoenix...But I'm much too modest for that.

- When you work best (morning, evening?)
Late afternoon, evening. I love to sleep, so in the mornings I'm pretty dead and at night I am too. I sleep like a rock. lol

- How other people see you (popular, mostly ignored?)
As stated earlier, I mostly feel like the popular person who can't be touched. I'd rather not feel like I was always in the limelight, but it happens, and I hate it. Other people also tell me I'm a fun-loving guy, and always make people feel happy when I'm around.

- Optimistic or pessimistic?
Optimistic as they come. I can always find a way to make others feel better, and I usually don't have to try super hard to do it either. Just a smile or a hug or a kind word is good for most. Or a snuggle or too. >>

- About your friends (large group of friends, just one or two close friends?)
I have a close nit group of friends, all whom I love dearly. Many people I have acquaintances with, though I only talk to them sparingly. My best friends are people who mean a lot to me, and I would do anything to help them. I am also EXTREMELY loyal to my loved one, and would rope the moon and catch the stars for her if I could. ^^

- How you act (alone, with your family, with your friends, with strangers, anyone else)
Laid-back. Strangers are alright with me, and I am usually accepting of them in a hospitable way. I generally keep to myself, but can be protective of those that I love. Not much can make me mad.

- Hierarchical or not
Not really.

- Aggressive/Passive aggressive
I try to be as unaggressive as I can be. Though if you really test me, I'll bite your torso off. Yes, your TORSO. On my irritated days though, the worst I'll do is right down some sarcastic remarks in a person's general direction.

- Talkative/Quiet
Talkative among friends, quiet most of the time.

- Territorial or not
Over people, I can be. Or at least protective. Other than that; "You want to read my diary? Ehh..." >> Okay maybe a little more protective than I think. I don't like talking about my past much. I like keeping it under wraps.

- Flexible/Stubborn
Pretty durn flexible. I don't know about that physically though...

- Independent/Dependent
Independent who used to be dependent. I've changed a lot since I was younger.

- Any other quirks that people tend to remember about you
Hrmm...I HAVE changed a lot since I was little. I'm pretty open to everyone, and I am extremely empathetic. I grieve with people a lot. But then I can make people happy again too. And even though I am a guy, I find it okay to cry, and I am open about my feelings almost to the point where some would call me gay. Which...I'm not. >< *points to GF*

(Danny's response to lioness form): "... it just fit so amazingly good, I was astounded. I would almost think that you were spying on me, Okibi. But that POSSIBLY couldn't be...now could it? ;)

Thank you all for the suggestions (really, Lauren...ringtailed cats? *smirks*), I really appreciate it! I did look into stags and such, just in case, but they didn't fit as well as I'd hoped and I just feel far too lax. I'll continue to keep an open mind, but I think I'll stick with lioness for now. It feels really good and I'm excited about it...We'll see where it goes from here. :D"