elisi | The Original Character Interview Meme

Snagged from my flist. Interview with Alex, just turned 21, at more or less the current point in Dating. (Some of the answers would change depending on when he was in this story/his life, so this is a very specific snapshot. Mind you, he wasn't impressed with the questions, so if you want to ask him anything, go ahead!)

1. Care to introduce yourself?

I’m the Seeker, the last Time Lord. Well - the youngest. Of four. Also known as Alexander Saxon, or 'Alex' for short. Too much of my father’s son for my own liking, but not evil or insane. Also smarter. And more sensible. (Well I'm more sensible than the other three put together. Whether that is nature or nurture I'm still trying to work out.)

2. Job or Occupation?

Currently - student. Generally - I want to know everything. And I like building and creating things.

3. If you had a vacation, what it'll be?

I’m planning something for my girlfriend. So it’ll have to be a secret for now.

4. If you traveled in time, what history would you change?

I do travel in time, and I don’t change history.

5. Look! A mecha that looks kinda like you! *points to the mecha*

Fascinating. I wonder who made it... Probably my future self, if I had to hazard a guess.

6. What are you going to do with it?

Take it apart, find out how it works and whether I made it myself and why. Then I’d store it away in case I ever needed it.

7. Fwoosh! *throws the character's favorite food on their face*

I’m never inviting you round for dinner.

8. What's your favorite music genre?

Depends which era I’m in. Not Wagner.

9. What is your favorite mythical creature?

When I was little I wanted to create a pegasus.

10. What's your favorite musical instrument?

Don’t really have one. I can play just about anything, but I’m not a musician. Ask me again when I'm older and have developed more of a personal taste.

11. What's your favorite weather?

Not too bothered by weather. But something that’s not wet and cold.

12. Do you believe in... Santa Claus?

No, but I find the concept intriguing.

13. Look at the person on this mirror! *pulls in a mirror, which shows the Opposite Version of the character* This, is the anti version of yourself, from another universe!

I always wondered... *tilts head* Dad must love you.

14. Have a cake! *cakes the character with a big cake that contains the character's favorite flavor*

Seriously. Never having you round for dinner. Blathereen have better table manners.

15. What's the worst and humiliating thing that happened to you?

I’m not going to answer that.

16. If you had a pet, what it's gonna be?

I’ve got a small pterosaur. It’s called Princess Leia.

17. What's your favorite song?

Right now... I’m not sure it’s my favourite, but the song that I identify with at the moment is called ‘The Boy With Two Hearts’ by the group The Boy Least Likely To. (A bit retro, I suppose.) Funnily enough not for the hearts thing (although that’s very serendipitous) but more for the overall sentiment. (Lyrics here.)

18. Who's your favorite artist?

Not sure. Haven’t met a lot yet. Or did you mean whose work I like?

19. What will you do if you found a treasure chest containing treasure?

If possible trace the rightful owner and return it. Otherwise probably give it to my girlfriend.

20. What creature have you always wanted to be?

A cat!

21. Here's another mirror! *pulls in another mirror, which shows the Steampunk Version of the character* This is the steampunk version of yourself, from a universe of the age of steam!

Too much hero coat. And you seem to misunderstand... Oh nevermind.

22. Do you believe in someone or something?

Not really. This is probably a flaw.

23. Want me to end this meme now?

But we just started. And you’ve not asked me any really interesting questions yet...

24. Ya sure?

Now that’s just a nonsequiteur. Do people normally say yes?

25. Then tag someone before you leave... via cannon!!! *shows a fancy cannon aiming to an open window, which leads to a large, comfy mattress*

Redjay, I hope you will oblige. But I won’t use the cannon, unless you want to try it? (I've been fired out of a cannon when I was in the circus, that was fun) See? You never even asked about that! Does anyone else have any questions?

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26. Do you have a favoured style of coat?

Not really. Something simple and un-hero-like (nothing long & swirly) will do me fine. I used to have a denim jacket, but my girlfriend made it disappear and instead bought me a lovely duffle coat. Very student-y. I like it a lot.

Which version of your uncle do you consider the most reasonable?

So far I've only had the pleasure of the Tenth incarnation, so I can't comment yet.

[Older Seeker - age 150 - dropping by secretly so his younger self can't see: The Eleventh looks like he's twelve! It's fantastic! I've spent days teasing him, as I look old enough to be his dad! Don't know if he's more reasonable though, for now he's just been exceedingly grumpy. Although that's probably my doing...]

Edited 2013-06-04 18:06 (UTC)

28 - Do you ever worry that something will go horribly wrong and Father will either get loose to try and take over the multiverse again? Given Theta's jeopardy friendly life style, it is a definite possibility.

Stars above yes. ETA: No really. My contingency plans have contingency plans.

(Author comment: This will actually be addressed fairly soon!)

Any more questions? *puppy dog eyes*

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29- Do you worry that a future incarnation of yours will be less resistant to Father's plans?

That too, yes. (sigh) I'm counting on Jack to keep me down-to-earth.

30- A more personal question ... Do you believe you're "strong" enough to handle serial relationships with mortals? The Doctor's model of abandoning them doesn't seem fair to them and Jack's model of loving them to the day they die seems cruel to him.

Right now... (considering Allison and... everything) No. Really not. There doesn't seem to be any kind of workable solution, and I can't imagine choosing that kind of relationship a second time, knowing how painful it is.

Edited 2013-07-21 15:53 (UTC)

At least you have Jack ..... could be worse ....
Odd that the Doctor doesn't always see him as that comforting stable relationship.....

Remember, he comes across as wrong to Time Lords. (Death without change. A fixed point made flesh. Or rather - flesh made into a fixed point in time and space. A human Moebius strip. A coin with only one side. Impossible...)

Besides, he's in love with the Doctor. Waited for him for a hundred years. That creates a lot of unwelcome friction. And the Doctor REALLY doesn't like friction.

Edited 2013-07-21 16:01 (UTC)

The Doctor is foolish at times. *laughs *

Anyhow, you tolerate the wrongness willingly. I'm sure Jack appreciates that about you.

The Doctor is foolish at times. *laughs *
Yes. Yes he is. A lot. Often, even. *makes the face of kids the world over when confronted with the folly of their elders*

[Author comment: This too - the way the Seeker sees Jack, his 'big brother' - is dealt with in an upcoming chapter. Hence no response at this juncture.]

31- Another personal question .... Considering your parentage (and questioners knowledge of a "Jenny"), have you considered offspring?
I do realize that there is not sufficient genetic material to recreate significant numbers of Gallifreyians at this time. However, being the true last. ... it's always a harsh reality.

I don't know of a 'Jenny' (sorry), but it is something I've thought about, and decided against.

Don't get me wrong, I'm happy to be here, but I wouldn't wish my fate on anyone. It's not easy being the last of your kind, knowing that you'll only get more lonely as time goes on... Besides, I'd end up like Cassandra. What if my offspring decided to have offspring of their own? The end result would be watered-down, semi-Timelords, which is not something I could live with. (I've inherited far too much of my father's arrogance I'm afraid.)

Hmmmm.... Jenny must be in another time stream .... memory's a bit fuzzy at times ....

*ponders a moment * Apparently Father didn't have that concern .... *said largely to self *

If a significant Gallifreyian gene pool were discovered, .....

Hmmm. ... *smiles * not sure where I was going before my train of thought derailed.

32- where do you see yourself in 1,000 years?

Daddy dearest is an evil psychotic megalomaniac. I tend not to speculate as to what his eventual plans were...

And where do I see myself? Hmmm. Interesting question. Older and wiser I hope. And with masses and masses of acquired knowledge.

Dear Seeker,
Father's plans are complete universal domination across all time streams and realities.
*laughs *
You are young.... but you seem very wise. :)

33- Does the Doctor's eventual true death worry you? My main concern would be the lack of stability for Father. He depends heavily on the Doctor, even though he'll never admit it.

Father's plans are complete universal domination across all time streams and realities.
Well yes, I've known that since I was born. (Literally.) However, I am not sure how he envisaged it - did he plan for more children? Would he try to create a New Gallifrey? If so - how?

You are young.... but you seem very wise. :)
Thank you. I've had an unusual childhood, and was rarely able to shy away from harsh realities.

Does the Doctor's eventual true death worry you? My main concern would be the lack of stability for Father. He depends heavily on the Doctor, even though he'll never admit it.
Yes. And for exactly the reason you mention. Whatever will I do with him? Should I lock him up? That seems cruel, but on the other hand I have neither the inclination nor the time to babysit him 24/7... *deep sigh*

33b- Do you think he can be fixed?

Theta has always hoped for that .... I am not so hopeful. Maybe in his first thirteen incarnations ... but the two body snatches .... and granting of another thirteen ....

Hope dwindles. And, I agree. Indefinite imprisonment is cruel and would not help his mental status.

No. Possibly stopped, but not fixed. If the Doctor can't do it... Well.

(Sorry 'bout vanishing then.)

33C- Do you hear the drums too? Other than with a stethoscope?

Oh no. No no no no no. The Schism gave me something far, far different. (Thank Rassilon.)

Intense curiosity?

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