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Cooper doesn’t talk about his childhood, but from the bits and bobs of comments he’s made, it wasn’t a wholesome one. Raised in a tumultuous environment filled with neglect and turmoil, he learned early on that the world wasn’t kind. The scars of his upbringing manifest in his cranky, sarcastic exterior, a defense mechanism forged from years of enduring hardship alone.**
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His life took a dramatic turn when he made the decision to leave behind his mercenary lifestyle and settle down as the owner of The Back Water, a modest bar tucked away in a forgotten corner of town. For Cooper, it was a chance at redemption, a shot at finding peace amidst the chaos he once thrived in. But leaving the mercenary life behind didn’t erase the memories. They lingered like ghosts, haunting his quiet moments and stirring old wounds.**
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His relationships are a tangled web of complications. His estranged wife and son are distant figures, their absence a constant reminder of his past mistakes and regrets. They are threads he’s reluctant to unravel, fearing the pain that comes with confronting the fractured pieces of his family.**
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Then one fateful day, fate left a surprise on his doorstep: Mina, a bundle of joy wrapped in innocence and uncertainty. He didn’t want her—wasn’t prepared for fatherhood—but he couldn’t turn his back on the helpless child left to fate’s whims. Reluctantly, he took her in, becoming the reluctant father figure he never imagined himself to be. Mina became the unexpected anchor in his life, the bright spot that softened his rough edges and gave him a reason to face each new day with resolve.**
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Despite his gruff exterior, Cooper is fiercely protective of those he cares about. He’s a stalwart guardian for Mina, shielding her from the harsh realities he’s known too well. The bar, The Back Water, is more than just a business; it’s his sanctuary, a haven where he can control the chaos that seems to follow him like a shadow. Amidst the clinking glasses and murmured conversations, he finds solace in the familiar rhythm of everyday life, even as the echoes of his past threaten to disrupt the fragile peace he’s built.**
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TIMELINE
Possessions
The Back Water, bar he owns
His old armour and weapons he keeps up in storage in the attic
His wife’s possessions he also keeps in storage up in the attic as she hasn’t been around in awhile
Connections
Mina - adopted daughter (played by Sed)
**Ermelina Maxwell - estranged wife (want ad)
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Nathaniel Maxwell - estranged son (want ad)
Henry Maxwell - father (deceased)
Lena Maxwell - mother (deceased)
Johanna Maxwell Koller - sister (want ad)
Paul Maxwell - brother (want ad)
Nathaniel Howe - friend (played by me)
Bastien Frost - enemy and trouble maker (played by me)
Personality
In times of stress, Coop often finds solace at the bottom of a glass, his fingers tracing the worn contours as amber liquid swirls within. The barstool beneath him, groaning under his weight, becomes his refuge, a dimly lit haven where he can drown the cacophony of his thoughts in the numbing embrace of alcohol. It's here, amidst the haze of cigarette smoke and the dull hum of conversations, that his sharp tongue finds its edge.
Coop is no stranger to the biting retort, his words honed into barbed missiles that he launches with precision. His cynicism, forged in the crucible of brutal childhood experiences, casts a shadow over his interactions, leaving little room for pleasantries or pretense. He's been labeled a "barely functioning alcoholic," a moniker he wears with a mixture of defiance and resignation, the bitter taste of whiskey a familiar companion on his tongue.
Raised in an environment where trust was a luxury and kindness a scarce commodity, Coop's upbringing has left him with a sharp eye for hypocrisy and a low tolerance for what he perceives as laziness. His judgments, delivered with the bluntness of a sledgehammer, often serve as wake-up calls in a world he sees as mired in complacency.
Despite his abrasive demeanor, there's a flicker of empathy buried beneath layers of skepticism and self-preservation. His confrontational nature is, in part, a shield against vulnerability, a way to assert control in a life where chaos once reigned unchecked. Yet, amidst the debris of broken relationships and missed opportunities, Coop remains a flawed soul searching for meaning amidst the ruins.
Misc. Info
# Cooper Maxwell
# Possessions
- Here
The Back Water, bar he owns
His old armour and weapons he keeps up in storage in the attic
His wife’s possessions he also keeps in storage up in the attic as she hasn’t been around in awhile
# Connections
- Here
Mina - adopted daughter (played by Sed)
**Ermelina Maxwell - estranged wife (want ad)
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Nathaniel Maxwell - estranged son (want ad)
Henry Maxwell - father (deceased)
Lena Maxwell - mother (deceased)
Johanna Maxwell Koller - sister (want ad)
Paul Maxwell - brother (want ad)
Nathaniel Howe - friend (played by me)
Bastien Frost - enemy and trouble maker (played by me)
# Personality
- Here
In times of stress, Coop often finds solace at the bottom of a glass, his fingers tracing the worn contours as amber liquid swirls within. The barstool beneath him, groaning under his weight, becomes his refuge, a dimly lit haven where he can drown the cacophony of his thoughts in the numbing embrace of alcohol. It's here, amidst the haze of cigarette smoke and the dull hum of conversations, that his sharp tongue finds its edge.
Coop is no stranger to the biting retort, his words honed into barbed missiles that he launches with precision. His cynicism, forged in the crucible of brutal childhood experiences, casts a shadow over his interactions, leaving little room for pleasantries or pretense. He's been labeled a "barely functioning alcoholic," a moniker he wears with a mixture of defiance and resignation, the bitter taste of whiskey a familiar companion on his tongue.
Raised in an environment where trust was a luxury and kindness a scarce commodity, Coop's upbringing has left him with a sharp eye for hypocrisy and a low tolerance for what he perceives as laziness. His judgments, delivered with the bluntness of a sledgehammer, often serve as wake-up calls in a world he sees as mired in complacency.
Despite his abrasive demeanor, there's a flicker of empathy buried beneath layers of skepticism and self-preservation. His confrontational nature is, in part, a shield against vulnerability, a way to assert control in a life where chaos once reigned unchecked. Yet, amidst the debris of broken relationships and missed opportunities, Coop remains a flawed soul searching for meaning amidst the ruins.
# Misc. Info
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Character Alignment: Neutral Good
Strengths: Resilience, Protectiveness, Pragmatism, Resourcefulness, Stability, Empathy
Weaknesses: Emotional Guardedness, Guilt and Regret, Reluctance to Change, Self-Isolation, Overprotectiveness, Haunted by the Past
Likes: Routine and Stability, Good Company, Simple Pleasures, Protecting Mina, Music and Stories
Dislikes: Emotional Vulnerability, Confronting the Past, Disruption of Routine, Conflict and Drama, Breach of Trust, Feeling Powerless, Overly Emotional Displays
Phobias: Fear of Intimacy, Claustrophobia
# History
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Cooper doesn’t talk about his childhood, but from the bits and bobs of comments he’s made, it wasn’t a wholesome one. Raised in a tumultuous environment filled with neglect and turmoil, he learned early on that the world wasn’t kind. The scars of his upbringing manifest in his cranky, sarcastic exterior, a defense mechanism forged from years of enduring hardship alone.**
**
His life took a dramatic turn when he made the decision to leave behind his mercenary lifestyle and settle down as the owner of The Back Water, a modest bar tucked away in a forgotten corner of town. For Cooper, it was a chance at redemption, a shot at finding peace amidst the chaos he once thrived in. But leaving the mercenary life behind didn’t erase the memories. They lingered like ghosts, haunting his quiet moments and stirring old wounds.**
**
His relationships are a tangled web of complications. His estranged wife and son are distant figures, their absence a constant reminder of his past mistakes and regrets. They are threads he’s reluctant to unravel, fearing the pain that comes with confronting the fractured pieces of his family.**
**
Then one fateful day, fate left a surprise on his doorstep: Mina, a bundle of joy wrapped in innocence and uncertainty. He didn’t want her—wasn’t prepared for fatherhood—but he couldn’t turn his back on the helpless child left to fate’s whims. Reluctantly, he took her in, becoming the reluctant father figure he never imagined himself to be. Mina became the unexpected anchor in his life, the bright spot that softened his rough edges and gave him a reason to face each new day with resolve.**
**
Despite his gruff exterior, Cooper is fiercely protective of those he cares about. He’s a stalwart guardian for Mina, shielding her from the harsh realities he’s known too well. The bar, The Back Water, is more than just a business; it’s his sanctuary, a haven where he can control the chaos that seems to follow him like a shadow. Amidst the clinking glasses and murmured conversations, he finds solace in the familiar rhythm of everyday life, even as the echoes of his past threaten to disrupt the fragile peace he’s built.**
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