Rick Johnston
Richard Ivan Johnston (a.k.a. Rick)
Physical Description
General Physical Condition
Has a general look of being unwell. He is very thin.
Genetic Short Coming: Frail Frame.
You do not handle pain very well. Each time you suffer damage, you lose 1 additional hit point.Genetic Short Coming: Shyness.
You don’t like being in public spaces. You have disadvantage with all Charisma ability checks.Stat Line
AC 10 HP 10 Speed 30- STR 10
- DEX 10
- CON 14 (+2)
- INT 30 (+10)
- WIS 10
- CHA 8 (-1)
Special abilities
Skills
Computer Use +14Genetic Benefit: Eidetic Memory
You remember nearly everything. You automatically pass any Intelligence checks to recall any information you have been exposed to.Genetic Benefit: Skill/Tool Proficiency
You are adept at one thing since birth, a calling. You gain proficiency in one skill or tool of your choice. (Computer Use)Specialized Equipment
Cybernetics: Focused Skill Implant
Property. Select one skill when you gain this cybernetic; you add double your proficiency modifier to checks with that skill. (Computer Use)Cybernetics: Remote Link
This brain implant allows you to remotely control a machine you own, which can include a robot, a car, or a weapon system. He is remotely connected with his home computer which allows him access to the internet, his files and all its computing power 24/7.Mental characteristics
Gender Identity
Male
Sexuality
Gay
Education
- Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Computer Science from Washington University.
- Masters in Computer Science and Engineering from Washington University.
Employment
He works in the IT Department in the Shadow Investigations Unit.
Mental Trauma
When he was a child, his home was raided by Tacoma during a border skirmish. He witnessed his family being killed while he obediently hid as his father had commanded him to. He believes that they were killed because they were Shadow Kind, but he has no evidence of this.
Intellectual Characteristics
- Responsibility. I do what I must and obey just authority.
- Knowledge. The path to power and self-improvement is through knowledge.
Morality & Philosophy
Taboos
Once betrayed, he will never trust you again.
Personality Characteristics
Motivation
He is mostly just looking to survive and make sure that the people he cares about remain safe.
Likes & Dislikes
- Likes listening to techno music with his head phones on.
Virtues & Personality perks
- When I set my mind to something, I follow through no matter what gets in my way.
Vices & Personality flaws
- I like to squeeze into small places where no one else can get to me.
- I like a job well done, especially if I can convince someone else to do it.
- I often get lost in my own thoughts and contemplations, becoming oblivious to my surroundings.
- It can be difficult to motivate me to work on a task
Social
Social Aptitude
- I feel far more comfortable around animals than people.
- I'm oblivious to etiquette and social expectations.
Relationships
History
They met while working in the IT Department. They found themselves falling into a comfortable work pattern and easy friendship very quickly. Their romance was a natural progression of that friendship.
Shared Secrets
They have revealed to each other that they are Shadow Kind and trust each other to keep this from Draco Industries.
Alignment
True Neutral
Species
Year of Birth
2116
31 Years old
Circumstances of Birth
Born of Shadow Kind Humans
Birthplace
Seattle
Spouses
Siblings
Children
Current Residence
Department 7 Housing
Pronouns
He/Him/His
Sex
male
Gender
male
Presentation
male
Eyes
Blue
Hair
Dark Blond
Skin Tone/Pigmentation
Tan
Height
5' 8"
Weight
135#
Belief/Deity
Atheist
Aligned Organization
Other Affiliations
Related Reports
Character Prototype
Computer Nerd, Commoner Lv 0, Ultra Modern Human
Comments
Author's Notes
Character images created using Hero Forge.Header image created in Adobe Express using their free assets, the character created in Hero Forge and the modified Company Logo from the Urban Arcana source book.