Dr. Fox Shadow
Ph.D. Fox Shadow
Fox is a member of the Hunkpapa Lakota tribe, born in Montana. He grew up traveling, exposed to many international cultures, and developed a love of ancient cultures from his adopted father. His parents died in an accident when he was seven, and he went to live with his maternal aunt and her husband, who was an archaeologist. As a child, he showed a flair for working with machines, which prompted him to get his Engineering degree in addition to one in Archaeology. The combination helped him to specialize in the study of ancient machines. This made him a valuable asset to Mahtoht.
Physical Description
General Physical Condition
Fox is quite athletic and fit, maintaining a rigorous fitness regime to counteract the amount of time he spends at a desk. He is short and lean but well muscled.
Facial Features
The most noticeable feature is his deep set dark eyes. His brows are a straight slash across his forehead, thickly shaped but attractive. His aquiline nose has a slight point. Cheekbones are prominent and beautifully shaped. He has a strong chin and square jaw. Lips are thin but elegantly shaped, with strong smile lines cutting into his cheeks.
Identifying Characteristics
He wears his hair long, according to Lakotan tradition.
Physical quirks
Fox is quite clumsy, known for spilling his coffee, bumping into doors and walls, tripping over rugs.
Apparel & Accessories
His outfit of preference is blue denim, however, he enjoys dressing up in suits.
Mental characteristics
Sexuality
Fox is an equal opportunity lover. He believes attraction should be followed regardless of gender or orientation, happily pansexual.
Education
Ph.D., Archaeology, Georgetown University, Washington, D.C.
Ph.D., Engineering, Georgetown University, Washington, D.C.
Ph.D., Engineering, Georgetown University, Washington, D.C.
Employment
dei Angeles Enclave, Mahtoht
Accomplishments & Achievements
Fox achieved two degrees from a major university. He is the first in his family and first in his tribe to do so.
Failures & Embarrassments
Grace is not one of Fox's gifts. He tends to be clumsy, tripping and falling or dropping things on a regular basis. However, when it comes to working with machinery or ancient artifacts, he moves with extraordinary finesse.
Mental Trauma
Fox lost both of his parents in an automobile accident at the age of seven. He was present in the car at the time, but survived with relatively minor injuries. After his recovery, he went to live with his mother's sister and her husband.
He has had to deal with prejudice from his tribe as well as from the white community, as he fits into neither group. On the Reservation ("the Res") he is often called an apple: red on the outside, white on the inside, because he keeps few of the traditions of his tribe.
During his adolescence, he began to realize he was different from most of his peers in that he felt attractions to all genders equally. This caused tremendous suffering during his teenage years, and resulted in numerous scuffles where he was physically attacked or felt the need to defend himself from bullies.
He has had to deal with prejudice from his tribe as well as from the white community, as he fits into neither group. On the Reservation ("the Res") he is often called an apple: red on the outside, white on the inside, because he keeps few of the traditions of his tribe.
During his adolescence, he began to realize he was different from most of his peers in that he felt attractions to all genders equally. This caused tremendous suffering during his teenage years, and resulted in numerous scuffles where he was physically attacked or felt the need to defend himself from bullies.
Intellectual Characteristics
His intelligence was celebrated by his adoptive parents, who saw to it that he received excellent homeschooling and tutoring as they traveled the world. He is mechanically gifted, able to take apart and reassemble any machine, and from that study of parts and design, determine the machine's function and use within its culture. This has made him an expert on ancient machines and engineering, and a valued contributor to the Techu Research Station, where he assisted with operation of the drilling rig that tapped into the Cradle of Humanity. He is also an adept archaeologist, specializing in the research of Native American tribes.
Morality & Philosophy
Fox has experienced a great deal of bigotry in his life, and as a result has an attitude of full acceptance of others, regardless of orientation, race, ethnicity or background. He follows the ancient Lakota values of compassion, generosity, respect, honesty, humility and wisdom. Though he is uncertain about the identity of any particular God, he does believe there is an intelligent Power in the universe, and occasionally prays to this Being.
Taboos
Drinking and drug use
Personality Characteristics
Motivation
Fox feels he has something to prove as a Native American in the academic community. While he has expertise in many ancient cultures, he has chosen to specialize in that of his own people, as he has a unique perspective to offer.
Savvies & Ineptitudes
He has a quick wit and uses humor to deflect both compliments and difficult situations. Does not have great balance, but pays extra attention if he is holding or carrying a delicate artifact.
Likes & Dislikes
Loves the mountains, snow and cold climates. Hates the desert and high temperatures.
Virtues & Personality perks
Fox is unfailingly honest. He has no problem speaking hard truths, though he usually does so with tact.
Social
Contacts & Relations
Member of the Hunkpapa Lakota tribe
Religious Views
Fox does not follow any particular religion, but he does believe there is a God.
Social Aptitude
Fox tends to be a bit chatty, especially if the conversation is about something he knows well. He is funny and attractive and has no trouble making friends or conquests.
Mannerisms
He talks with his hands and large body gestures, also moving his head a lot when he's excited about the topic of conversation.
Hobbies & Pets
Foxes are his spirit animal, but he loves dogs, wolves and cats as well. He has a deep affection for pop culture, both modern and ancient.
Speech
While standard swear words are a normal part of his vocabulary, when letting a stream of invectives fly Fox only uses dead languages because he finds it more challenging and creative. His voice is moderate in tone and smooth with a light Montana accent.
Age
26
Date of Birth
24 October
Birthplace
Browning, MT
Children
Gender
male
Eyes
Deep set, espresso brown
Hair
Long, sleek, raven black
Skin Tone/Pigmentation
Golden brown
Height
5' 6"
Weight
140 lbs
Quotes & Catchphrases
Everyone is "Dude" regardless of gender.
He swears in dead languages.
Has a particular fondness for current slang.
He swears in dead languages.
Has a particular fondness for current slang.
Aligned Organization
Character Prototype
Patterned physically after actor Zahn McClarnon, who is magnificent!
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