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who you callin' pinhead?
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application info.
full name.
nickname(s), if applicable.
age.
birthday.
gender/pronouns.
sexuality.
role.
portrayed by (face claim).
distinguishing features (scars, tattoos, birthmarks, etc.).
height.
physical description (optional, max 2 para).
likes/dislikes (min. 4 each).
vices/virtues (min. 5 each).
hobbies/quirks (min. 2 total).
personality description (max 2 para).
background/history (min. 2 para).
additionally: all jurors must respond to these questions (written as though in character; first person, "I" responses).
What are your thoughts on the role of a jury in our legal system?
How do you keep an open mind?
Do you think all people are biased?
Are you empathetic?
What does justice mean to you?
What values are most important to you?
How do you manage stressful situations?
Fact or emotion?
nickname(s), if applicable.
age.
birthday.
gender/pronouns.
sexuality.
role.
portrayed by (face claim).
distinguishing features (scars, tattoos, birthmarks, etc.).
height.
physical description (optional, max 2 para).
likes/dislikes (min. 4 each).
vices/virtues (min. 5 each).
hobbies/quirks (min. 2 total).
personality description (max 2 para).
background/history (min. 2 para).
additionally: all jurors must respond to these questions (written as though in character; first person, "I" responses).
What are your thoughts on the role of a jury in our legal system?
How do you keep an open mind?
Do you think all people are biased?
Are you empathetic?
What does justice mean to you?
What values are most important to you?
How do you manage stressful situations?
Fact or emotion?
roles.
the college kid
open
You usually get out of jury duty because you're away at whatever college you go to. But they finally got you while you went back home for the summer. Out of excuses to get out of jury duty, here you are. Maybe you're hoping to go to law school, maybe you're just ready to get this civic duty over with. But were you prepared for a high profile murder case, of all trials? It'll certainly be something to gush to your friends about later.
the parent
open
You've got a kid (or kids) waiting for you at home. Getting a babysitter for a one-day trial was hard enough but now you've had to plan for this indefinite trial. Whether you're a single parent or not, this is certainly not a light burden. No cellphone, no laptop = no video chats. Will you be okay with the limited phone calls you've been approved for?
the teacher
open
Your boss isn't paying you to be away for jury duty. Not like the compensation was too great, anyway. You've been teaching elementary or middle school for a while now and this is probably the first break you're warranted outside of the summer season. Although it may not be worth it considering it's not stress-free and you're barely making minimum wage with the courts jury pay. Even that couldn't get you out of the duty, though.
the banker
open
Most lawyers don't want a banker on their jury. Obnoxious, loud, self-centered smart asses. That's what they typically get, anyway. They didn't ask you too many questions. Perhaps your economic insight will help you when they bring out the financial dispute Alexander and Devon were having. Seems like they were steeping in debt.
the law
open
You work - or worked - in law enforcement. It's not anyone's business why you left... but it stays on the back of your mind, especially during deliberations. You were either a detective or a cop. It's up to you to disclose anything to the jurors but for some reason it didn't keep the court from dismissing you. Seems your background wouldn't leave you too biased, after all. What made you leave the job, anyway?
the activist
open
You're passionate about social justice and policy. You were pretty excited for the opportunity to sit on a jury and were very adamant that you could remain unbiased. But you've been a little more vocal than you were instructed with your jurors about the case once you get out of that courtroom. If the witnesses have their own moral dilemmas, what have you really been up to at your nonprofit?
the doctor
open
Congrats, you're a medical professional! But now you have to give all your high-profile patients to other doctors in your absence. Darn, how will you make a medical discovery now that you're on jury duty? Maybe you don't mind too much. Maybe you do. You've been standoffish with the free spirit. Could be one-sided with how much they've teased you for your years of schooling and knowledge. Can the high IQ help you in this case? Are you walking around flaunting your brains?
the skeptic
open
You love conspiracy theories and true crime. You kept that tidbit of your personal life from the judge and legal counsel, though. You'e been dying to sit on a jury and get a taste of what it's like. A new perspective from all of the documentaries that you watch. You've been taking the most notes, you're foaming at the mouth to be the foreperson. But that doesn't mean you have a background in cracking cases like this. Will you reach the best verdict? Can you piece this evidence and witness claims together?
the budding journalist
taken
Ironically enough, this person's probably the only journalist in the region that had yet to hear of the course. They recently moved to Chicago and, lo and behold, managed to get summoned. Just their luck when settling down in a new place. They don't even report on crime or business. They were going to report on environmental law in Chicago! Before their career could kick off, they've been sucked into this jury nonsense. And they can't read the news anymore, get a load of this.
the entrepreneur
open
You recently launched your own restaurant, food truck or some other business - maybe a tech startup like the defendant, Alexander. Whatever it is, you had to put plans on hold now that you're away. Hopefully you had someone to take charge while you're away instead of stalling the project you had planned for months. You can't wait to get back out there. Hopefully your company doesn't end up like those tech moguls you're learning about.
the artist
open
Creative, intuitive, hopeful. You're all the positive traits someone can have and most people don't think you have a bad bone in your body at first glance. You can still make some of your art pieces while sequestered, so you aren't too impacted by being locked away for jury duty. Your career remains relatively unaffected since you'll sell some of these pieces once you get out, whatever sort of art it is you design and sell. Perhaps you'll look at the evidence and testimony differently than the rest of the jury and offer a spin to their perspectives.
the free spirit
open
Out of everyone, you wanted to be here the least. But since you're sequestered it's basically a free vacation. Hotel, free meals, a little bit of pay at the end of it all. Guess you can't really complain if you're stuck here. You don't have a ton waiting for you outside of jury duty so maybe it's for the best. You spent most of your time traveling, switching between jobs faster than the speed of light - you didn't hold onto them for long, mostly barista and restaurant positions. Now that you're on the jury, you can't help teasing the doctor about how smart they must be and how it'll help when deliberating over the evidence. Consider yourself a bit of an instigator. But it's just for shits and gigs... sometimes.
extra information.
woohoo! you're still interested in A Moral Dilemma. love the dedication. as a reminder, you may apply for up to three roles. you may be selected for as many as two, if any. this is not first come, first serve. however, we have many spots, so i hope everyone that is interested will find a role to play, even if it is not your first choice. if you have a first choice out of the multiple roles you may apply for, feel free to let me know. however, i make no promises.
face claims should be of real people - no art, drawings, AI, etc.
the roles were intentionally left vague. the descriptions are for inspiration, shape them as you will. the careers (if one applies to your role) are set in stone, however. your character may be retired, new to their career, about to change paths - whatever you want. if no career was specified, do what you will.
i want to see your characters have moral dilemmas and questionable traits, but perhaps have lovable aspects. they may not come to a unanimous decision, and that is okay! there should be disagreements and conflict.
i want to see your characters have moral dilemmas and questionable traits, but perhaps have lovable aspects. they may not come to a unanimous decision, and that is okay! there should be disagreements and conflict.
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