PLAYER: Sterling James	CHARACTER: Nova
PRONOUNS: he/him & they/them AGE: 16 ORIENTATION: Homosexual LOCATION: LA, California OCCUPATION: Singer/Student	GENDER: <N/A>  AGE: Teen  ENABLE PKMN SPEECH? Yes  PAIN THRESHOLD: Realistic  TRAINER CLASS: Swimmer

OUT OF THE GAME For some the name Sterling James might be a familiar one, not only due to his own rise to fame with his childhood friends in the Boy Band known as Starfall' but also due to his Father's own name. Growing up there was always a little attention, though his parents tried to keep their child out of the lime light, it was known that the Actor Fredrick James had a child, there were photos snuck of the young child with blue hair - rumors of what the childs name was, were they a boy or a girl? The results of those photos ending up in tabloids, well  often there were little arguements between his parents about it. There was often a lack of privacy in their lives, a constant frustraion of Sterling's mother. Making friends was a bit of a struggle, but Sterling managed to find a little group that didn't care about his fathers name or what he did - it gave the young James child an escape, finding comfort and acceptance away from his parents. It started out as just a group of boys goofing around trying to make music - but through his own fathers ties and a surprisingly serious discussion between the preteen and barely teenaged boys. Starfall was born. They rose like the Stars in the sky, it was different from Sterling's previous experiences with the limelight, he had his friends at his side and they were doing what they loved, Sterling through most performances on stage remained partly hidden behind the drums, able to hide whenever they got a little overwhelmed. Letting his friends often stay between him and fans when they had meet and greets, but always offering a sweet wave and greeting whoever spoke with him.  Time passes and Starfall remains a constant, the group is still growing strong and they are still travelling around, they have their lessons and classes while on the road and trips home are more of an exciting thing. Sometimes they are away for months and Sterling does miss their parents, but understands in some ways its easier with his own little bubble of fame, few have made the connection between Sterling and his own father actually being father and child. Rumors are there however. Sterling is a sweetheart, a little soft and shy at times - its not uncommon for Sterling to let his friends lead the way, following along with their plans and ideas. Its more common than anything that its Sterling being the one to guide their friends out of some kind of mischief or trouble. At heart, there is a gentleness about Sterling, the saying of wearing your heart on your sleeve is a true fact when it comes to this young person, making most of those that are close to Sterling in life, somewhat protective of them. When it comes to themselves however, Sterling is still struggling to work out who they are. Some days its easier, other a little harder - being able to express himself has helped a lot, finding comfort in dressing a little different. While some think its odd, Sterling is happy and slowly they are learning that it isn't such a bad thing.  When it comes to UNOVR, Sterling had been a little unsure about the game - sure Pokemon games had been a constant source of amusement for them while they travelled - those with younger siblings had even used it as a connection to their siblings back home. The Pokemon part of the game hadn't been an issue, but for Sterling the VR part had been a little more of a concern, slowly though the idea warmed up and together the group of friends had eagerly each gotten a copy of their own. Creating a character had been a bit of a struggle and a cause to much chaos during the decision making. Some of his Band Mates decided to create a character wholely unlike themselves, younger or even a different gender. Each having fun with the creating of their Avatar in game. For Sterling, it was to be more simple - creating a character almost perfectly like themselves, the option to be more comfortable in the Journey to feel like themselves - it was too tempting not to go with. So that was the choice that Sterling would make, to some it might be a boring choice - but some days not feeling like who he was - it was something of a relief to look at the Avatar that he had created and just feel in his heart. That's me.

INSIDE THE GAME Nova is pretty much just Sterling, or at least who Sterling feels at heart and soul. To some Nova is just a pretty boy, to others there is a moment of question - a double look - as to who Nova is. All in all, Nova and Sterling are almost identical except for a few small adjustments - barely noticed to those who don't know Sterling outside of the game. To those that know both, such as Sterlings Band mates, they see the differences but shrug it off - in their eyes its as if Sterling and Nova are pretty much twins, almost but not quite identical. Still their friend at heart though. When it comes to who Nova is, well Nova is a sweet and gentle being - they are not one for diving into fights without first giving things thought. As fun as a battle is, they are also protective and careful - prepared for any injury or sickness - in game there is little doubt that Nova will help someone if they see someone in need.  In UNOVR its not uncommon to see Nova at times with friends (his bandmates) - with the ones who are younge in game - Nova is usually being climbed on or giving a child a piggyback ride. When asked the answer is simple 'They are friends' followed by a quick smile, clearly there is more to it but that is the answer given.  All in all, its a rare thing to not see a smile on Nova's face - they offer a warm greeting to those that are met, are eager to help with quests but just as happy to spend time with the pokemon befriended. Because yes, Nova deems the Pokemon that join them are infact friends, the fact that in UNOVR there is an option to understand and converse with the Pokemon, of course that is a huge importance! While Nova always had been a little more drawn to Water and Ice pokemon when playing other games, Monotype playthroughs were not an uncommon challenge! All Pokemon have their strengths and weaknesses this is something that Nova understands, some pokemon might not look the cutest but that didn't mean they weren't something special either - there is no huge goal yet for Nova other than the wise that whatever Pokemon they befriend while exploring and travelling shall be cared for and loved for who they are.

FACE CLAIMS IRL CHARACTER [u]ARKNIGHTS[/u] Mizuki as [a href=""]Sterling James[/a] PLAYER CHARACTER [u]ARKNIGHTS[/u] Mizuki as @Nova

OOC NAME Cosmic/cosmicblue01

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