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Character Name: Jaskier (birth name: Julian Alfred Pankratz) Series: The Witcher (Netflix series) Timeline: Post 1x6 Canon Resource Links:Here he is at the Witcher wiki. The show hasn't touched his past yet, but Jaskier uses his birth name in one episode (which is definitely not a commoner name!) and the official website acknowledges the fact he's a viscount, so for now I'm taking the basics from the book backstory: Jaskier was born in a noble family from Lettenhove as Julian Alfred Pankratz, but wanting something more, he left to study art in Oxenfurt University and traveled the Continent with his music afterward.
Personality: It was Queen Calanthe of Cintra that once asked during one of Jaskier's performances: "how much more of this peacocking must I endure?". And sure, that question was asked in the context of her being incredibly annoyed by a myriad of things (aka men), but regardless, her wording is more than accurate: Jaskier is, first and foremost, a peacock. Social, flashy, flamboyant, loud, flirtatious, always hungry for attention, the biggest drama queen you'll ever get to meet. These attributes also make him the classic bard stereotype from D&D: Jaskier is a free wandering soul that wants to captivate the world with his songs and poems and seeks adventure wherever he may find it.
To be more accurate, he seeks to enjoy himself. Jaskier is a lover of the finest things in life: fine food, fine wine, fine clothing, fine art, fine (ahem) company... and most importantly, good stories and exciting experiences. After growing up in a conservative noble house, in what could perhaps even be considered a sheltered rich boy environment, Jaskier has developed a need to see it all. He's incredibly curious and restless, never staying in one place or giving his attention to the same person for too long. After gaining fame thanks to his songs about the witcher Geralt of Rivia, he could probably accept a contract to stay in some of the bests courts of the Continent - yet he chooses to go back to the road, leaving the luxury and lovers he adores so much behind in exchange for meat jerky and sleeping on the ground next to a grumpy swordsman. He complains (or shall we say, whines) about these things every now and then, but he thinks they're a fair price to pay for the thrill of discovery and adventure.
In fact, traveling with Geralt is one of the few constants in his life, a little over twenty years of monster hunts and camping together. This, together with the fact he mentions his ex-girlfriend the Countess de Stael having left him twice, shows that Jaskier isn't completely against committing to someone or something, it just has to be something incredibly special, able to hold his attention for more than a week or even a few days. The other constant is, of course, his music. Jaskier is a poet, graduated from Oxenfurt University, and you can see it in the way he talks. Always a romantic, this witty chatterbox loves to use purple prose in his everyday speech - although he can quickly opt for curses as well, including the f-word! He's an amazing storyteller, managing to keep his audience's attention on him at all times (even with a bad song, as seen in his introductory scene), charming them with sweet nothings and winking at the right moment. He's a charmer through and through, but it's also important to point out that part of the success of his songs is thanks to the way his silver tongue twists some of the details. Respect doesn't make history, he told Geralt once, showing his understanding of the power of words and the impact they may have on people - not for nothing, but he is the one to have fixed the reputation of the White Wolf after all.
This goes hand in hand with the fact he's smarter than he looks, not only because of the already mentioned academic studies, but also emotionally. Jaskier, as the romantic artist he is, wears his heart on his sleeve. His songs may carry some lies in them, but when expressing himself outside his art, he doesn't lie often - he's an open book. If you don't know how he's feeling, don't worry, he'll let you know - he'll let everyone around him know with big words and lots of gesturing, and that big mouth of his often gets him in trouble. It also means he's good at reading his public and helping others with their own emotions - he sees right through Geralt's stoic face and bullshit claims of not being friends all the time, and offers comfort when needed even if the witcher didn't ask for it, simply because he knows. That makes Jaskier a good asset - he may be no warrior, but he's great moral support. He's incredibly energetic and very determined (always trying to stay positive and bring a smile to everyone's face), easily approachable and loyal to a fault. To quote his actor, he's like a puppy that follows anyone around, falling for them a little too fast.
Feeling every emotion so strongly has its cons, of course: it means his flaws come off quite intensely as well. His determination to get what he wants crosses the line into an annoying, stubborn brat more often than not, because Jaskier doesn't know how to take no for an answer. His confidence in his talents equals an ego of the size of a mountain and being in love with his own voice. Jaskier can talk for hours (and loudly at that!), even in contexts where silence would be more appropriate - like he tells Geralt, "I don’t really go in for that". It's part of his need for attention, for approval and praise, to be heard and acknowledged - few things he hates more than being ignored and not taken seriously. This childish, immature side of him manifests itself in pettiness and cattiness, as we see in the way he fights Geralt for the djinn bottle after the witcher insulted his singing, his exchange of witty (and quite mean, honestly) insults with Yennefer, and his wish for his artistic rival to die on the spot. To be fair, though, he usually isn't a violent person: he was kinda tipsy and quite sad that day, but it's still very telling that's where his mind first went, his ex-girlfriend to take him back being the wish after that one. And that reaction to his break-up (getting drunk, whining to Geralt about it) leads into another important aspect of his: being so over-emotional means he gets particularly bitchy when he's hurt and/or insulted. Sure, being confident means getting thrown bread by some randoms over a bad performance gets easily dismissed; but when it's his beloved friend Geralt that insults his singing or the powerful sorceress Yennefer's comebacks hit him in a weak spot (like his aging) then his mood gets blue and his tongue loses his silver color. Losing his mastery of the words also happens when he gets intimated, as seen when he tries to flirt with two mighty female warriors (he's used to maids and noble ladies, don't judge him) and being threatened by a cuckold husband.
Stuck between the good and the bad it's Jaskier's eye for opportunity. Yes, in essence, he's a good guy who genuinely cares (in fact, we could say he cares too much) but behind his kind actions there's also a tiny touch of selfishness, because rest assured, Jaskier is getting something out of it, even if it's just a story. And this is what makes Jaskier resourceful. While he grew up spoiled (and let's be honest, he still is a little bit), he quickly had to adapt to life without dad's protection and money. He was already traveling alone before meeting Geralt, probably by getting favors through his charms and flirtatious ways - we can imagine, for example, he would convince merchants to let him ride with them to reach the next city, therefore gaining safety on the road. Joining the witcher in his travels has taught him even more, now his "resources" include knowing how to start a fire, cook a fish and stitch a wound.
By the way, "flirtatious ways" is barely achieving to explain how thirsty Jaskier is. It's 100% true that he's a stereotypical bard, he hits on anything with a pulse. He says it himself: "Hard to say. One stops keeping count after a while. Wives, concubines, mothers sometimes". It's the main reason (though far from the only one) why he gets in trouble, but he doesn't care, because at the end of the day, Jaskier will always run away from said problems. Life must be enjoyed and if that includes singing about fucking a fawn in front of the Queen of Cintra and her entire court, so be it.
Pokémon Information Affiliation: Breeder Starter: Igglybuff Password: Atomic Fireball
Samples RP Sample: TDM threads: one - two Victory Road Sample:
[It's the coast! Finally! Jaskier adores the beach and after traveling for so long, he's been dying to see it. Especially after he heard that Olivine City is known as 'the most romantic city in Johto'. Ah, a place after his own heart. First things first though, a rest at the Pokécenter for his dear team, and shopping for supplies.
The sun is setting when he's ready to carry on with his plan, and he can't complain: sunset is the perfect stage. Barefoot, he walks on the shore with three Pokémon: a Wigglytuff and a Brionne at his feet, plus a Swablu on top of his head. He's also carrying a ukulele in his arms.]
Ready, my dears?
[All three Pokémon agree and the show starts: Jaskier sings and plays his instrument with the expertise of someone who has been doing this for years, his voice carrying on with strength to reach everyone's ears, every word filled with emotion. And the Pokémon? They sing along in their cute little language. Swablu stays on Jaskier's head, shaking his fluffy wings as his trainer dances in little hops. Wigglytuf and Brionne, meanwhile, dance along on the wet sand in a very simple but energetic choreography.
Soon an audience forms around them and Jaskier beams, absorbing the attention he loves so much. He asks everyone to clap along, dedicates charming smiles and even the occasional wink to pretty faces. Some people even join in the dancing, especially couples. What about you, innocent bystander? Are you going to clap as well? Dance? Toss a coin berry perhaps?]
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Name: Jaskier (birth name: Julian Alfred Pankratz)
Series: The Witcher (Netflix series)
Timeline: Post 1x6
Canon Resource Links: Here he is at the Witcher wiki. The show hasn't touched his past yet, but Jaskier uses his birth name in one episode (which is definitely not a commoner name!) and the official website acknowledges the fact he's a viscount, so for now I'm taking the basics from the book backstory: Jaskier was born in a noble family from Lettenhove as Julian Alfred Pankratz, but wanting something more, he left to study art in Oxenfurt University and traveled the Continent with his music afterward.
Personality: It was Queen Calanthe of Cintra that once asked during one of Jaskier's performances: "how much more of this peacocking must I endure?". And sure, that question was asked in the context of her being incredibly annoyed by a myriad of things (aka men), but regardless, her wording is more than accurate: Jaskier is, first and foremost, a peacock. Social, flashy, flamboyant, loud, flirtatious, always hungry for attention, the biggest drama queen you'll ever get to meet. These attributes also make him the classic bard stereotype from D&D: Jaskier is a free wandering soul that wants to captivate the world with his songs and poems and seeks adventure wherever he may find it.
To be more accurate, he seeks to enjoy himself. Jaskier is a lover of the finest things in life: fine food, fine wine, fine clothing, fine art, fine (ahem) company... and most importantly, good stories and exciting experiences. After growing up in a conservative noble house, in what could perhaps even be considered a sheltered rich boy environment, Jaskier has developed a need to see it all. He's incredibly curious and restless, never staying in one place or giving his attention to the same person for too long. After gaining fame thanks to his songs about the witcher Geralt of Rivia, he could probably accept a contract to stay in some of the bests courts of the Continent - yet he chooses to go back to the road, leaving the luxury and lovers he adores so much behind in exchange for meat jerky and sleeping on the ground next to a grumpy swordsman. He complains (or shall we say, whines) about these things every now and then, but he thinks they're a fair price to pay for the thrill of discovery and adventure.
In fact, traveling with Geralt is one of the few constants in his life, a little over twenty years of monster hunts and camping together. This, together with the fact he mentions his ex-girlfriend the Countess de Stael having left him twice, shows that Jaskier isn't completely against committing to someone or something, it just has to be something incredibly special, able to hold his attention for more than a week or even a few days. The other constant is, of course, his music. Jaskier is a poet, graduated from Oxenfurt University, and you can see it in the way he talks. Always a romantic, this witty chatterbox loves to use purple prose in his everyday speech - although he can quickly opt for curses as well, including the f-word! He's an amazing storyteller, managing to keep his audience's attention on him at all times (even with a bad song, as seen in his introductory scene), charming them with sweet nothings and winking at the right moment. He's a charmer through and through, but it's also important to point out that part of the success of his songs is thanks to the way his silver tongue twists some of the details. Respect doesn't make history, he told Geralt once, showing his understanding of the power of words and the impact they may have on people - not for nothing, but he is the one to have fixed the reputation of the White Wolf after all.
This goes hand in hand with the fact he's smarter than he looks, not only because of the already mentioned academic studies, but also emotionally. Jaskier, as the romantic artist he is, wears his heart on his sleeve. His songs may carry some lies in them, but when expressing himself outside his art, he doesn't lie often - he's an open book. If you don't know how he's feeling, don't worry, he'll let you know - he'll let everyone around him know with big words and lots of gesturing, and that big mouth of his often gets him in trouble. It also means he's good at reading his public and helping others with their own emotions - he sees right through Geralt's stoic face and bullshit claims of not being friends all the time, and offers comfort when needed even if the witcher didn't ask for it, simply because he knows. That makes Jaskier a good asset - he may be no warrior, but he's great moral support. He's incredibly energetic and very determined (always trying to stay positive and bring a smile to everyone's face), easily approachable and loyal to a fault. To quote his actor, he's like a puppy that follows anyone around, falling for them a little too fast.
Feeling every emotion so strongly has its cons, of course: it means his flaws come off quite intensely as well. His determination to get what he wants crosses the line into an annoying, stubborn brat more often than not, because Jaskier doesn't know how to take no for an answer. His confidence in his talents equals an ego of the size of a mountain and being in love with his own voice. Jaskier can talk for hours (and loudly at that!), even in contexts where silence would be more appropriate - like he tells Geralt, "I don’t really go in for that". It's part of his need for attention, for approval and praise, to be heard and acknowledged - few things he hates more than being ignored and not taken seriously. This childish, immature side of him manifests itself in pettiness and cattiness, as we see in the way he fights Geralt for the djinn bottle after the witcher insulted his singing, his exchange of witty (and quite mean, honestly) insults with Yennefer, and his wish for his artistic rival to die on the spot. To be fair, though, he usually isn't a violent person: he was kinda tipsy and quite sad that day, but it's still very telling that's where his mind first went, his ex-girlfriend to take him back being the wish after that one. And that reaction to his break-up (getting drunk, whining to Geralt about it) leads into another important aspect of his: being so over-emotional means he gets particularly bitchy when he's hurt and/or insulted. Sure, being confident means getting thrown bread by some randoms over a bad performance gets easily dismissed; but when it's his beloved friend Geralt that insults his singing or the powerful sorceress Yennefer's comebacks hit him in a weak spot (like his aging) then his mood gets blue and his tongue loses his silver color. Losing his mastery of the words also happens when he gets intimated, as seen when he tries to flirt with two mighty female warriors (he's used to maids and noble ladies, don't judge him) and being threatened by a cuckold husband.
Stuck between the good and the bad it's Jaskier's eye for opportunity. Yes, in essence, he's a good guy who genuinely cares (in fact, we could say he cares too much) but behind his kind actions there's also a tiny touch of selfishness, because rest assured, Jaskier is getting something out of it, even if it's just a story. And this is what makes Jaskier resourceful. While he grew up spoiled (and let's be honest, he still is a little bit), he quickly had to adapt to life without dad's protection and money. He was already traveling alone before meeting Geralt, probably by getting favors through his charms and flirtatious ways - we can imagine, for example, he would convince merchants to let him ride with them to reach the next city, therefore gaining safety on the road. Joining the witcher in his travels has taught him even more, now his "resources" include knowing how to start a fire, cook a fish and stitch a wound.
By the way, "flirtatious ways" is barely achieving to explain how thirsty Jaskier is. It's 100% true that he's a stereotypical bard, he hits on anything with a pulse. He says it himself: "Hard to say. One stops keeping count after a while. Wives, concubines, mothers sometimes". It's the main reason (though far from the only one) why he gets in trouble, but he doesn't care, because at the end of the day, Jaskier will always run away from said problems. Life must be enjoyed and if that includes singing about fucking a fawn in front of the Queen of Cintra and her entire court, so be it.
Pokémon Information
Affiliation: Breeder
Starter: Igglybuff
Password: Atomic Fireball
Samples
RP Sample: TDM threads: one - two
Victory Road Sample:
[It's the coast! Finally! Jaskier adores the beach and after traveling for so long, he's been dying to see it. Especially after he heard that Olivine City is known as 'the most romantic city in Johto'. Ah, a place after his own heart. First things first though, a rest at the Pokécenter for his dear team, and shopping for supplies.
The sun is setting when he's ready to carry on with his plan, and he can't complain: sunset is the perfect stage. Barefoot, he walks on the shore with three Pokémon: a Wigglytuff and a Brionne at his feet, plus a Swablu on top of his head. He's also carrying a ukulele in his arms.]
Ready, my dears?
[All three Pokémon agree and the show starts: Jaskier sings and plays his instrument with the expertise of someone who has been doing this for years, his voice carrying on with strength to reach everyone's ears, every word filled with emotion. And the Pokémon? They sing along in their cute little language. Swablu stays on Jaskier's head, shaking his fluffy wings as his trainer dances in little hops. Wigglytuf and Brionne, meanwhile, dance along on the wet sand in a very simple but energetic choreography.
Soon an audience forms around them and Jaskier beams, absorbing the attention he loves so much. He asks everyone to clap along, dedicates charming smiles and even the occasional wink to pretty faces. Some people even join in the dancing, especially couples. What about you, innocent bystander? Are you going to clap as well? Dance? Toss a
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