eloisa ann radisson

[eloisa]

-- ELOISA ANN RADISSON !

-- NAME: Eloisa Ann Radisson.
-- NICKNAMES: Elle, mostly, or Ellie.
-- AGE & BIRTHDAY: Twenty-three, October 11th.
-- BIRTH PLACE: Akron, Ohio.
-- ORIENTATION: Heterosexual.
-- OCCUPATION & SCHOOL GRADE: Ballet dancer and part-time volunteer at a dance studio.
-- PLAYED BY: Candice Accola.

-- PERSONALITY !

-- SOCIAL: Eloisa is one of those people who probably would not be able to handle being stranded with no one to talk to. She's a very social being, and thrives when around other human beings. Many would probably consider her too talkative, and possibly be annoyed by it, but she sees no problem. There shouldn't be a problem with not being afraid of people. There shouldn't be a problem with being willing to make friends. There have been far too many times when Eloisa has been saved by a mediocre, boring event by finding someone to talk to. She is confident enough to talk to virtually anyone, and she's the type to strike up a conversation with a stranger. She enjoys meeting new people, and she can hardly believe there are people who go their entire day without saying anything to the people around them. She tends to be the type of person who tries to make others also feel comfortable with talking back. Just as she is comfortable talking to people, she knows that it isn't always the best when others don't want to talk back. She tends to just bring up some good-natured conversation, often times over something small, such as a compliment or a friendly suggestion.
-- COMPETITIVE: Over the years, she has developed a competitive streak. It is mostly prevalent once one begins to draw upon her dancing. She will spend hours more in the studio if she feels that it will give her an edge. She will push through pain in order to nail a particular routine or move, and can sometimes ignore her limits in an attempt to out-do another performer. She can be extremely self-conscious, especially when one presents ways in which she is inferior to her peers. She can be a bit of a sore loser, though she would never pout. Eloisa is more likely to go home, curl up in a ball, and mope before pulling herself together and getting on with the game of life. She tries not to let other people on to this, and will actively work to make herself appear like she isn't figuring out the competition. She has worked far too hard for far too long to allow some younger, perky girl take her place. However, this doesn't simply apply to dance. Eloisa can be extremely competitive otherwise. For example, a simple little game can turn into a big mental deal for her. She isn't the type to play mind games, but she used to be a bit of a tease if she noticed a girl she disliked hanging all over a guy. She dislikes being made to be the loser, and she can sometimes get a little too obsessive over winning.
-- CHEERFUL: Despite her competitive edge, Eloisa has a very sunny disposition. It is very rarely that she will be frowning outside of the studio, and she is always trying to keep things happy. It is possible for her to be upset, however, she would much rather prefer not to be. She is always trying to find the silver lining to every situation, determined not to try and let things get her down. She often comes across as happy and energetic, often times very enthusiastic about what's going on in her life. Eloisa can be a very hopeful, optimistic individual. She has high expectations for her life and her future, and isn't afraid of trying to get others to be in just as good of a mood. She can sometimes to aggravating, just by being sickly sweet and excited. Eloisa dislikes seeing others in a bad state of mind. She can sometimes rub people the wrong way. This optimism and joy often times translates into other key components of her persona, such as influencing her to converse with a stranger or make some sort of joke. She tries to be a pleasant person to be around. However, she isn't always super cheerful. She knows that many can be made uncomfortable. Still, don't be surprised if she's flashing a smile for what seems like no reason.
-- SILLY: Eloisa can be very many things, but it all comes down to her being a bit goofy and not the most serious of women. She can easily try to poke fun at someone, though her giggling and tone may suggest that she doesn't really mean it. She can roll her eyes and smirk, but it's always a good-natured sort of thing. She is prone to attempting to say something nonsensical or joking when under pressure. She isn't afraid of making unusual quips or sarcastic comments to lighten a mood, and often does so. Easily amused, Eloisa can often times come across as a little naïve and clueless. On top of using her own humor, she is a bit giggly and often can be entertained by the humor of others. She likes to smile and be happy. It isn't unusual for her to invite a friend to a funny movie or go to see a comical performance. Childish at times, she can become very excited and enthusiastic about subjects that others may find immature or dumb. It doesn't take much to get her laughing. Though she is serious about many things, Eloisa doesn't think she should have to be serious all the time. She takes pleasure in the little things, and takes it all in with a good laugh.
-- SECRETIVE: This isn't so much a quality that demonstrates a sort of mysterious or even lying streak, but is instead a sort of cycle of worry. Eloisa knows that any injury could be her last and knock her out of the running. She also knows that she can often times lose sense of her own limits. She often won't inform people of injuries or illness. She worries about other people, and won't want them worrying about her, thus keeping knowledge like this to herself. She fails to see how something like that can come between people. That being said, she still isn't the most open book about other things. Despite being very social, Eloisa can also be a bit of a mystery. She is perfectly content to talk about her current life, but she often won't be very detailed or personal. She also rarely talks about her past and home town, even though she will often bring up her parents or brother. She is much more open about life after high school, but it's almost as if her childhood never occurred. If someone is to inquire about her mother, often times, Eloisa says something eloquent and short before moving on. Further inquiry can get her to shut down for once. She doesn't want people's sympathy or concern. She doesn't want to bother them with the details of her personal past.

-- LOVES: Dancing, watching thunderstorms, newspapers, scarves, nail polish, having contacts versus glasses, old houses, practicing, instrumental music, energy drinks, having conversation, meeting new people, street performers, reading, lip gloss.
-- HATES: Frizzy hair, slow internet, new dancers, taxis, screaming, being alone, feeling forgotten, dark places, holding grudges, stepping on sidewalk cracks, dance-related injuries, being in pain, the color yellow, mayonnaise, egg salad.

-- HISTORY !

Aaron Radisson and Marcella Fleming were complete opposites. The phrase "opposites attract" was originally thought to be the case for the young couple. Aaron was serious, quiet, and quite frankly, rather awkward. He was studying in college for a degree in computer science, and would later go on to work for a small programming company. Marcella was loud, outgoing, and extremely maternal. She really wasn't sure what she wanted to do, and received a degree in communications. Aaron met Marcella when one of his friends convinced him to go to a party. They dated for six years before Aaron finally got the courage to propose. They married not long after. Two years later, Gerard was born. Three years after the Radissons acquired a son, Eloisa was born. It was when Eloisa turned three that her parents' arguments took a turn for the worse. When she was six, Marcella and Aaron divorced. They remained in the same city, sharing custody of their children. Once they had distance, they began to get along better, but were still prone to arguments. It was this divorced life that Eloisa would come to remember, versus the brief time when they were married and together.

At the age of eight, Eloisa convinced her mother to allow her to sign up for her first dance class. She begged and pleaded. There was something alluring about the thought of being a graceful ballerina and wearing point shoes some day. Her parents discussed for quite some time, before she was eventually allowed to do so. She fell in love quickly with the classes, and was soon spending all of her time bounding around the house or twirling down the sidewalk. Every Monday and Wednesday, she would get dropped off at the small studio. She would come home, humming the songs and mentally running through the movements. A couple of years later, she had begun taking more, filling in two more days of the week. She always looked forward to rehearsals, but she also looked forward to the end-of-year performances that the company gave. It was one of the few times in which her parents were able to set aside their differences and bring her brother to see something. She held on to every costume and every well-worn pairs of shoes. She relished the memories of every performance, and she looked forward to every minute spent inside one of those small, mirrored studios.

Things began to change for Eloisa in high school. She had spent the past several years dancing, but an amazing opportunity was laid before her. She was accepted to a performing arts school, but it would require her either to live in a dorm sort of hall, or her family to up and move. Her mother decided to move to the new city, to allow Eloisa a home to live in. She was living in Columbus. Her father remained in Akron. From that moment on, she began to see dramatically less of her father and brother, who also remained in her hometown. It wasn't long before all of her life revolved around dance, even more so than before. She was able to participate in a program that she had never even considered, and all it did was raise her desire to become a professional even more. She had the determination and motivation to do so, and now she had the resources and experience to move to the next stage of her dance. The small school was frequented by talent scouts and choreographers, trying to find the next big thing. She was excited to have the exposure to people who she knew could launch her career. She would be gone from early in the morning until late in the evening, spending more hours than class practicing or working on school work.

Shortly before her sophomore year at the school was to end, disaster struck once more. Her mother was walking home and struck by a car. Marcella did not survive the encounter. It destroyed Eloisa for quite some time, unsurprisingly. Then a question came up. What was to become of her schooling? She felt that her mother would have supported the idea of her returning to the performing arts school that coming fall. Eloisa convinced Aaron that she would be fine living at the school, with the handful of other non-local students. Once more, dance proved to be her sanctuary. It was the one place where she was able to just forget about her life. It was the one place where she was able to do something, knowing her mother would have approved. On top of her own reasons before the school, she now had a new set. She was going to make a career of dancing. She had to. She refused to do anything else with her life, pouring all of her time and energy into her studies and dance. She began to climb in skill level, surging towards the top of the class. Eloisa Radisson was starting to attract attention, nevermind the fact that she kept her motivations and reasoning to herself.

Once more, opportunity presented itself into Eloisa's life. Her school was occasionally, like most of the performing schools, visited by those who had connections. They may not have directly been talent scouts or people of that sort, but they knew people who were, at the least. She had just landed a major role in a ballet that her school was presenting. The final night of the performance, she was approached by one of these people. He was an alumni of the school, and though he had gone on to do other things with his life, Justin had the strings to pull. Eloisa was soon in contact with many who claimed they could get her far. She had no other dreams but to one day be dancing in the New York City Metropolitan Opera House. She auditioned and was allowed to enter. She began small, and within two years, was once more climbing the ranks. She was a dancing machine, willing to devote her life and energy into the program. She could pour her emotions into every movement, her motion tuned in to every note. Dancing was more than a passion. After her mother's death, dancing became Eloisa's life. She wasn't going to back down, not yet.

Eloisa was believed to eventually strike gold in the company, but just as opportunity had presented itself to her, it presented itself to others. Three new girls were allowed in, and two years later, they were already surpassing her. She hadn't made it to that lead or solo status. She couldn't stand losing the battle. She moved to Capeside, finding her way into the industry in the town. She started out on the bottom once more, but was once again on a roll. She still has that secret desire to return in New York City, but knows that she doesn't stand a chance at getting back in. She is a bit past her prime, she figures. Eloisa began to help out with a dance studio shortly after moving to town, wanting to leave her mark in the dance world somehow. Her brother moved to the same city after taking a job offer, as a police officer. She still sees her father from time to time.

-- SAMPLE !

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-- OOC !

-- NAME OR ALIAS: Quinn.
-- AGE: Eighteen.
-- THREE WORDS THAT DESCRIBE YOU: I'm. A. Loser.
-- HOW YOU FOUND US: Nikki.

[* NIKKI THE PEACOCK QUEEN]

-- ACCEPTED !

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