Character Name: Makoto Kino
Gender: Female
Age: 14

Character Image: Makoto is most-easily identifiable by her height, standing at a towering 5'6". She has long, wavy brown hair that she normally keeps up in a ponytail. The ponytail holder she always uses has two green balls that are signature to her appearance. She has a decent curves, but she also has very strong arms and legs. Her eyes are green, and she always wears pink rose earrings. When not in her school uniform, Makoto typically dresses for comfort. She wears turtlenecks, sweatpants, t-shirts, jeans, and other boyish articles of clothing. But when the time comes for her to dress up, Makoto goes all out. She is also always seen wearing pink rose earrings.

Personality Traits: Although she is very introverted and intimidating at first, Makoto will usually open up to her peers and become a very sociable, kind, gracious young woman. She is very dependable, and is always giving back to her friends. A selfless young woman, Makoto raised herself after the death of her parents, and there is no doubt she is making them proud. Although not very good in school, Makoto works her hardest and tries her best to get passing grades. She has a boyish personality, but Makoto is actually very girlish on the inside. She's a neat freak, and likes for everything to be tidy before she can get any work done. Makoto never turns down a challenge, even when the odds are not in her favor. Her patience is not very high; she gets easily agitated with things like video games. She is also very courageous, and will do absolutely anything to protect those she loves. Makoto dreams to one day own her own flower shop and cake bakery, and to fall in love with a handsome man. She is also afraid of airplanes. Makoto always follows her heart, and rarely listens to the voice of logic and reason inside her head.

Storyline Specific Information:
As the Keyblade Strikes - Makoto was born in the world known as Jove's Stand. This thickly forested world is covered in all kinds of plant life and wildlife, and experiences frequent rain and thunderstorms. Io Castle, the home of Jove's Stand's royal family, has two large pillars that peek out over the top of the tall trees, serving as a beacon for any wandering adventurer. All people on Jove's Stand are tall, muscular, and hard-working. They care for their world with patience, dedication, and love. Despite their green thumbs, the people of Jove are also very skilled at hand-to-hand combat, choosing to fight with their own fists rather than weapons. In fact, you will find few weapons on Jove's Stand - most people are too proud for it. Growing up, Makoto lived with her mother and father in a treetop village, until they mysteriously died on an expedition. Alone, Makoto learned to take care of herself, and became very introverted and reserved in the process. She doesn't trust people easily, but she has always secretly desired for someone to call a friend. Reports of strange activity have been springing up all over Jove's Stand, and after her parents' disappearance, she has become dead-set on finding out what happened to them. She is only fourteen when her world is swallowed by darkness and she is taken against her will to Traverse Town, where she will meet the four girls who will change her life forever, and quite possibly help her find her parents.

Warrior Abilities: Makoto chose to be a Warrior, which means that she learns offensive skills at lower levels. Her Keyblade is the Blossom Bolt, a large blade shaped like a key that has rose designs all over it. She specializes in magic dealing with storms, nature, and electricity.

Additional Information: Makoto is talented at lots of things, including cooking, sports, gardening, and ice skating. She has a very unique relationship with nature, as well. This relationship is particularly strong when it comes to thunderstorms and electricity.

Source: Advanced Profile

RP Sample: Makoto sprints through the trees, her feet pounding against the dirt paths and her ponytail swishing behind her. She was supposed to meet with the village council about the disappearance of her parents, but she had gotten so wrapped up in her studies that she had completely lost track of time. Makoto had always been athletic - one of the shining stars of her generation - but not even her physical prowess could get her to this meeting on time. She could only hope and pray that the council wouldn't turn her away.