Sir Walter Ralegh

Nicknames: Walt, "Rolly" from being a little overweight as a younger child, though I grew out of that and the name quickly.

Hometown or where you were born: The farmhouse ofHayes Barton, Woodbury Common, near East Budleigh, Devonshire, England.

Current Residence: Currently the English Court, but occasionally my estates in Youghal, Ireland.

Age: 30 years

Class: Nobility

What do you do, your main function in life/society: I am a courtier, an officer, a privateer, a landlord, and above all, a gentleman.

Have you ever gone skinny-dipping / do you know how to swim: No, I have not been skinny dipping, but I do know how to swim. What naval officer does not?

Do you make fun of people: Constantly, especially my rivals at Court.

Favorite Color: Royal blue.

Have you ever committed or been convicted of a crime: Of course not.

Closest friends/How did you meet: My uncle, Sir Francis Drake (whom of course I know through relations), my sometimes rival the Lord Robert Dudley whom I met at Court, Sir John Hawkins, the same, and Edmund Spenser, another land owner in Ireland.

One Pillow or two: Two. Very nice ones.

Pets: 7 dogs for hunting, and many horses. My favorite, Crusader, travels with me wherever I go.

Favorite Type of Music: Irish Harp.

Hobbies/Pastimes: Writing poetry, hunting, drinking, practicing the sword.

Personal Hygiene: I keep my appearances up as a matter of the utmost importance.

Favorite Food: Seasoned elk.

Are your parents alive, do you get along with them: They live. They enjoy a comfortable existance in my half-brother's estate, Compton Castle. He is of course well payed to retain them there.

Favorite place to relax: My drawing room in Youghal, with a blank book for writing. Otherwise, any pub with good drink.

Favorite Holy Day / Why: Christmas. What a more wonderful day than the birth of our Lord and Savior?

Favorite Drink: Wine.

What's your bedtime: Whenever the Queen chooses to give me leave.

What, if anything, do you usually wear on your feet: Leather boots

Are you married or single: Single

Do you have a family / who are they: Not yet, no.

Favorite Entertainment: My heart melts for a woman who sings.

Favorite Subject in School or Chore growing up: Geography.

Least Favorite Subject in School or Chore growing up: Mathematics.

Favorite Sport: Fencing.

Most Humiliating Moment: The day Dudley first supplanted me as the Queen's favorite (after I had supplanted him). All it took was one admittedly witty, yet degrading comment at the right place to turn her smile from my face to his again. Though I have since forgiven him for it (and returned the moment many times) our batner has never ceased.

Proudest Moment: Being asked by the Queen herself to attend her to Court.

Craziest Person or silliest you know: The (former) Court Jester

What do you look for in the opposite sex: Broad hips, a sufficient bosom, creamy complexion, and entrancing eyes. A woman who appreciates my poetry would also be most welcome.

In our Hierarchical Society everybody has somebody "over" them, Who is your immediate "overlord": The Queen of England.

Favorite Sport to watch: Jousting. I prefer to watch the struggle than to be in it, to be frank.

Do you remember your first kiss: Vaguely. Her name was Ruth, and she was a beautiful serving maid at my father's household. I was only 15 at the time, but we would sneak kisses every so often. It did not occur to me the improperness of these actions, I only had desire for her sweet beauty.

Do you keep in touch with your childhood friends: Not most of them, only my relatives or half relatives.

Where is your favorite "Vacation" spot: Youghal, Ireland.

Have you ever been overseas: Many times.

Do you have Dirt/Mud floors or Stone: Stone.

What is your bed made of: The finest material

How many people sleep in your bed: Only myself.

10 Things Everybody Should Know About Me:

1. I was granted a position at Court due to my cordiality to the Queen, laying down my newest, most expensive cloak at her feet so she may cross a puddle of mud without dirtying Her Majesty's dress.

2. I am an explorer at heart, and as much as I love England, I desire to seek new places, discover more of the New World. I'm jealous of my uncle, Francis Drake for his freedom to explore.

3. I have been investing much of my wealth into exploration expeditions, including the founding of a colony in the New World, named Virginia.

4. I am also currently building a fantastic new flagship for the English Fleet.

5. Few can best me at the sword, depending on the day and outfit.

6. Ever since suppressing the Desmond Rebellion, I have grown a certain affinity toward the Irish and their more earthy ways. Though they are primarily Catholic, they are enlightened in many things and I have grown fond of their culture.

7. I am Protestant, and am very glad to be free to express so since Her Majesty ascended.

8. I went to college in Oxford, at the Oriel College.

9. I have an interest in Greek and Roman history.

10. I am Captain of theYeomen of the Guard (the Queen's Bodyguards), as well as the Lord Warden of the Stannaries.

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