Post by HENRY JEKYLL/EDWARD HYDE on Sept 30, 2011 17:01:56 GMT -5
So Doctor Jekyll and in effect Mister Hyde need a few major players in their, his? life. The great thing about these characters is that they are very profession driven so they can do other things than just interact with Jek-Hyde. But, they are also really interesting people too! I put some possible playbys they are just ideas no need to stick with them unless you want to. Also, some of these people in the character descriptions are said to have died or to be killed. These plot lines do not have to happen it's just how the story went. So don't be worried that your charrie will be brutally murdered like three posts in. So lets start things off with:
Poole
Poole is Dr Jekyll's butler who, upon noticing the reclusiveness and changes of his master, goes to Mr Utterson with the fear that his master has been murdered and his murderer, Mr Hyde, is residing in the chambers. Poole serves Jekyll faithfully, and attempts to do a good job and be loyal to his master. Yet events finally drive him into joining forces with Utterson to discover the truth.
So we aren’t really sticking to canon with Jekyll-Hyde on the site but, I see Poole as the loving, gentle butler who is always there for Henry when he gets home from work. Hyde would do what ever possible to make Poole’s life a living hell so that would be a fun thing to play with. Also, he’s sort of the first one that notices that Henry is going through something big.
Dr Hastie Lanyon
I'm sorry but how funny would it be if both Doctors were from Doctor Who?
A former friend of Jekyll's, Hastie Lanyon disagrees with his "scientific" concepts, which Lanyon describes as "...too fanciful". He is the first person to whom Hyde's identity is revealed (Hyde transforms himself back into Jekyll in Lanyon's presence). Dr Lanyon helps Utterson solve the case, when he describes the letter given to him by Jekyll. When Lanyon witnesses the transformation process, (and subsequently hears Jekyll's private confession, made to him alone), Lanyon becomes critically ill and later dies of shock. As an embodiment of Victorian rationalism, materialism, and skepticism, Lanyon serves as a foil to Jekyll.
Again not sticking straight to canon, I see Dr. Lanyon as a good friend of Henry’s and a coworker. I can see them bonding at the hospital and Hastie noticing that Henry might be a little bit different after a while. What’s great about Doc Lanyon is that he doesn’t just have to interact with Jekyll. He can have tons of plots outside of the Jekyll Hyde story line.
Mr Gabriel John Utterson
Gabriel John Utterson, a lawyer and loyal friend of Jekyll's (and Lanyon's), is the character the narrator focuses on, and follows in Utterson's quest to discover the identity of Hyde. Utterson is described as a measured, and at all times emotionless, bachelor—who nonetheless seems believable, trustworthy, tolerant of the faults of others, and indeed genuinely likeable. However, Utterson is not immune to guilt, as, while he is quick to investigate and judge the faults of others even for the benefit of his friends, Stevenson hints he has old secrets: "he was humbled to the dust by the many ill things he had done". Whatever these secrets may be, he does not partake in gossip or other views of the upper class out of respect for his fellow man. Often the last remaining friend of the down-falling, he finds an interest in others' downfalls, which creates a spark of interest not only in Dr Jekyll but also regarding Mr Hyde. He comes to the conclusion that human downfall results from indulging oneself in topics of interest; as a result of this line of reasoning, he lives life as a recluse and "dampens his taste for the finer items of life". Mr Utterson concludes that Dr Jekyll, conversely, lives life as he wishes to, by enjoying his occupation.
Lawyer! Again, like Doc Lanyon you can have some freedom with this guy! He’ll have tons of interaction outside the Jekyll-Hyde universe and can be dynamic and really be anything you want him to be!
Inspector Newcomen
This Scotland Yard inspector is joined by Mr Utterson, after the murder of Sir Danvers Carew. They explore Hyde's loft in Soho and discover evidence of his depraved life.
The NYPD could use another cop! Inspector Newcomen could have some fun with Javert, Athos, and Sherlock Holmes in the department!
Sir Danvers Carew
A kind, white haired, old man and important Member of Parliament. He was killed in the streets of London, on a spring night (sometime between 11pm and 2am by the testimony of the maid), by Mr Hyde in a murderous rage. He was 70 years old. He was however carrying on his person, at the time of his death, a letter addressed to Gabriel Utterson. As a result the police subsequently interviewed Utterson with regard to the murder. Although there is no clear reason for his murder, Carew openly greets Hyde immediately prior to the killing. Coupled with this, both characters have a direct link to Utterson.
Parlement! So, we’ve got Richard, Hector, and a few others who are government figures. Not to mention a few rabble rousers coming up from Robin Hood so there will be plenty for this guy to sink his teeth into.
Poole
Poole is Dr Jekyll's butler who, upon noticing the reclusiveness and changes of his master, goes to Mr Utterson with the fear that his master has been murdered and his murderer, Mr Hyde, is residing in the chambers. Poole serves Jekyll faithfully, and attempts to do a good job and be loyal to his master. Yet events finally drive him into joining forces with Utterson to discover the truth.
So we aren’t really sticking to canon with Jekyll-Hyde on the site but, I see Poole as the loving, gentle butler who is always there for Henry when he gets home from work. Hyde would do what ever possible to make Poole’s life a living hell so that would be a fun thing to play with. Also, he’s sort of the first one that notices that Henry is going through something big.
Dr Hastie Lanyon
I'm sorry but how funny would it be if both Doctors were from Doctor Who?
A former friend of Jekyll's, Hastie Lanyon disagrees with his "scientific" concepts, which Lanyon describes as "...too fanciful". He is the first person to whom Hyde's identity is revealed (Hyde transforms himself back into Jekyll in Lanyon's presence). Dr Lanyon helps Utterson solve the case, when he describes the letter given to him by Jekyll. When Lanyon witnesses the transformation process, (and subsequently hears Jekyll's private confession, made to him alone), Lanyon becomes critically ill and later dies of shock. As an embodiment of Victorian rationalism, materialism, and skepticism, Lanyon serves as a foil to Jekyll.
Again not sticking straight to canon, I see Dr. Lanyon as a good friend of Henry’s and a coworker. I can see them bonding at the hospital and Hastie noticing that Henry might be a little bit different after a while. What’s great about Doc Lanyon is that he doesn’t just have to interact with Jekyll. He can have tons of plots outside of the Jekyll Hyde story line.
Mr Gabriel John Utterson
Gabriel John Utterson, a lawyer and loyal friend of Jekyll's (and Lanyon's), is the character the narrator focuses on, and follows in Utterson's quest to discover the identity of Hyde. Utterson is described as a measured, and at all times emotionless, bachelor—who nonetheless seems believable, trustworthy, tolerant of the faults of others, and indeed genuinely likeable. However, Utterson is not immune to guilt, as, while he is quick to investigate and judge the faults of others even for the benefit of his friends, Stevenson hints he has old secrets: "he was humbled to the dust by the many ill things he had done". Whatever these secrets may be, he does not partake in gossip or other views of the upper class out of respect for his fellow man. Often the last remaining friend of the down-falling, he finds an interest in others' downfalls, which creates a spark of interest not only in Dr Jekyll but also regarding Mr Hyde. He comes to the conclusion that human downfall results from indulging oneself in topics of interest; as a result of this line of reasoning, he lives life as a recluse and "dampens his taste for the finer items of life". Mr Utterson concludes that Dr Jekyll, conversely, lives life as he wishes to, by enjoying his occupation.
Lawyer! Again, like Doc Lanyon you can have some freedom with this guy! He’ll have tons of interaction outside the Jekyll-Hyde universe and can be dynamic and really be anything you want him to be!
Inspector Newcomen
This Scotland Yard inspector is joined by Mr Utterson, after the murder of Sir Danvers Carew. They explore Hyde's loft in Soho and discover evidence of his depraved life.
The NYPD could use another cop! Inspector Newcomen could have some fun with Javert, Athos, and Sherlock Holmes in the department!
Sir Danvers Carew
A kind, white haired, old man and important Member of Parliament. He was killed in the streets of London, on a spring night (sometime between 11pm and 2am by the testimony of the maid), by Mr Hyde in a murderous rage. He was 70 years old. He was however carrying on his person, at the time of his death, a letter addressed to Gabriel Utterson. As a result the police subsequently interviewed Utterson with regard to the murder. Although there is no clear reason for his murder, Carew openly greets Hyde immediately prior to the killing. Coupled with this, both characters have a direct link to Utterson.
Parlement! So, we’ve got Richard, Hector, and a few others who are government figures. Not to mention a few rabble rousers coming up from Robin Hood so there will be plenty for this guy to sink his teeth into.
