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Originally Posted by Aaron008R

Well, it would seem like the random information and trivia about characters is on the rise now. Interesting info, I must say.

A trivia section is often the best way to write about minor character quirks that'll distinguish them from other characters, as opposed to the main profile that needs to focus on the larger aspect of the character (although, that'll depend on the writer's preference). And besides... it's fun thinking up and reading the trivial things that make a character tick

(Like how USB500's Annabelle hates Gundam SEED, which might put her at odds against Kay if they ever met ).

EDIT:

More of Kay's Biography, and also shifting to a new style of profile writing...

Spoiler for length:

Biography of Kaylin “Kay” Mathis: Miscellaneous Part II

- Despite her extensive travels to various worlds and countries, Kay is proficient in only 5 languages, her primary being Midian (Midchild English), since she primarily uses translation matrix magic from her device Khaydarin in most native interactions. (This type of magic acts similarly to a talking dictionary, limited by the languages it is programmed with). However, she can converse in 50 different languages, albeit on a limited level restricted to guide-book like questions and conversations.

Shinji: Konichiwa! Annyong ha shimnikka! Ni Hao!
Asuka: Guten Tag! Hola! Kalimera!
Rey: Namaste. Jambo. Al salaam a'alaykum.
Kay: Erh… Hello?

- Due to her rogue status, Kay does not receive the same amount of respect from mainstream archaeological circles, and most of the senior Meisters in the Midchilda Geographic Society regard her unrestrained methods with criticism. Nonetheless, Kay has written several journals and papers that have been well received, and three have garnered critical acclaim. These acclaimed works all document the development of ancient Belkan and Midchildan techno-magic during various points in Midchild pre-history.

- Kay has a very passionate love of noodles; noodle dishes from various worlds are much sought after by Kay during her expeditions. Her favorite of them all comes from the 88th Non-Administrated World “Maelos”, where the local specialty is a flat-noodle dish with a 20-syllable name, shortened by many as “Lauakjon” (pronounced lake-wan). This is a milky yet spicy noodle dish similar to Laksa, from the 98th Non-Administered World “Earth”. Kay has taken a liking to this dish so much that she has tried multiple times to replicate the dish – to no avail, as the ingredients for Lauakjon is native to Maelos, and the central government has strict trading regulations regarding export of said ingredients.

Speaking of which…

- Kay’s cooking skills can be considered top-notch for someone whose whole life is spent in non-ideal locations, having refined her cooking using non-standard utensils and techniques on various worlds. She has been known to offer her services as a chef to various clients in order to supplement her income, and she has graced the tables of many 5-star establishments, including the famous Leron Grand Hotel in Karagura Capital. Her specialty are noodle dishes and exotic meat viands, and also exquisite chocolate desserts. She has yet shown no interest in working full time as a chef, despite the multitude of job offers.

Thankfully. Continuing…

- Although working a lot with religious artifacts, Kay is officially unaffiliated with any religion. While still holding a belief in a higher power, Kay does not affiliate herself with any religious organization or group spreading religious beliefs. This was brought about as a consequence of seeing secondhand the destructive effects of religious zeal on various ancient civilizations.

God Bless for that…

- Among her many mannerisms and habits, one of Kay’s strangest is her habit of balancing a pencil upright on her middle finger when she is in the middle of solving a problem. This apparently requires little conscious effort on her part.

- Kay’s interest in music include Bossa Nova, R&B and ballads, although she has taken a healthy interest to a genre called “J-pop”.

Rey: Haruka sora hibiiteru…
Asuka: Inori wo kiseki ni…
*Shinji cries tears of manliness*

- To date, Kay has visited 290 different worlds and dimensions, often via less-than-credible methods and routes.

Which I cannot report unfortunately, or I’ll be busted as well

TSAB 2nd Lieutanant Glock Heckler, logging out.