Alina Milakovna || Russia

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Alina Vasilyevna Milakovna Three words: pretty in pink! Alina has a big heart (with a particular soft spot for children), and all good intentions. Her sensitive emotions may not be her strongest point, but don't let looks deceive you - she's physically strong when she needs to be. She's friendly, romantically inexperienced, and a total geek when it comes to science and research.

CODE NAME: The Mother

Female

26

Demisexual

Russian

Medical Researcher

Researcher

Physical

5'11"

169 lbs.

Pale Blonde

Light Violet

Pale

Curvaceous, slightly thick

Personal

It's easy to tell by one glimpse of Alina that she's got a bright, flashy exterior—she enjoys a colorful wardrobe and pink garments most of all, by which one might label her as being eminently feminine. It's true that she has the looks of a sweet and gentle woman, but she wouldn't say she quite meets the expectations of a classy lady. Often the one to stand out in a crowd or group, she can feel pressured to behave like those around her, if only it helps her fit in—in the end, however, she finds it's better that she acts naturally. Back on the subject of appearance, Alina understands that she isn't fit. She's thick around her stomach and her thighs especially, which tends to show through the outfits that she wears. When she isn't working in the lab, she does not amend to what is “expected” of her to wear. She enjoys being experimental, fluctuating between attire that shows little to no skin or flimsier, exposing garments that are more fitting for humid seasons. She isn't overly confident about herself but she does take these steps to mend a fragile self-esteem. Compliments are always a helpful boost, though she never asks to receive them—and on the other hand, insults are a lot harder to deal with. One crucial point in Alina's personality is her dealing with emotions—it isn't easy because they're so abnormally sensitive. That's what she thinks of them, anyway. When calm, Alina displays gentle features and a calm smile that certainly is genuine – she's often a serene and happy person – which don't indicate anything wrong with her. She finds it unfitting for her mature age, but her emotions are more so unstable and easily triggered by the smallest of events. Be it a harsh insult, a small accident, a raised voice; it's unfortunately rather easy to draw Alina to tears. Her emotional sensitivity is not only subject to sadness but to mood swings as well – one swing of events might set off a complete change in Alina's mood. These things are generally normal among people, sure, but they're emotions she can't control even when in the middle of something important. She hates the fact that she can't control herself, and that others might see her in that state. When all is well and neutral again, she can come off as a mature person. Specifically she is very motherly and absolutely adores doting on people—namely those who are younger than her. (Not even big brother is safe from this behavior, though. A lot of people need to be cared for!) She loves children and animals alike and always hopes to prove herself as an able mother, even if that time hasn't quite come yet. When dealing with people, her pace is always slow—she puts their needs above her own and is always careful as to what they're comfortable and uncomfortable with. She doesn't wish to force things (including herself) on people. Other people and company aside, Alina considers herself an independent woman—she doesn't mind spending her time alone. The term loneliness doesn't cross her mind because she prefers to keep it out of mind, insisting that she's just fine while on her own. Solitude means a good time to think and to be at peace with herself—or to calm herself from a recent emotional episode. She's easily entertained when she's alone, honestly, often adept at finding ways to amuse herself. What amuses her might seem strange or boring to other people—there's nothing wrong with spending time reading a good educational book or looking through her assorted collections. She can't spend all of her time goofing off, though. When it truly is time to work, she proves herself to be an exceptionally diligent worker—she loves what she does, after all. She sets goals for herself and always works hard to achieve them, if only because it leaves her feeling productive at the end of the day. A reason why she might not feel so productive is that she isn't the best at focusing—it's another thing she can't control about herself. Still, she's a very organized person, which is easy to tell by her work space and her rooms at home. She likes everything to be well-sorted and perfect, which means she might nitpick at and adjust things until they do feel perfect. As for that occasional lack of focus, well, Alina can be absent-minded. It results in her forgetting something else she's supposed to be doing, but she tries to make that something that occurs only at home—she knows how risky it would be to be forgetful at work. Now for her behavior involving friends and companionship. Because she's so at ease with being alone, she doesn't desperately seek to make friends—it's fine that friends come at their own pace. When there are people around her, however, she isn't the type to give them the cold shoulder. She's friendly and she'll like to prove it, perhaps by asking how they are or taking further steps to start a conversation. This is another area where Alina doesn't force things. Sometimes the things she says can be unintentionally blunt, though she doesn't want to make people uncomfortable or bored by whatever she chose to talk about. And when she does warm up to people, she's an awfully talkative woman, liking to expand over a broad range of topics – one of her favorites is talking about other people. She loves to learn about the histories, backgrounds and cultures of other people, or she might just wish to learn about their hobbies and interests – and hope that someone else shares her love for science or fashion. As for romance, that's a field in which she isn't so experienced. She's not really a touchy person, but she can be affectionate once she's properly warmed up to someone. She likes to pace herself in relationships, and certainly she will not rush intimacy—when it comes to going on dates, Alina can be a bit bashful. She isn't sure how to behave as a proper girlfriend, and in hopes of impressing her partner (or keeping them interested) she'll do her best to behave... normally. That's hard to do when she's so nervous, though. She'll fret over whether she looks nice, whether she smells good, whether she's talking too much, etc. And for the most part, regarding speech, Alina is honest. She's capable of lying rather well, but that's only for when the situation really calls for it. When trouble arises, she doesn't look to violence as a solution. Problems are solved with Alina's best rational effort—she's often exceptionally calm in situations, and when conflict befalls two other people she'll do her best to talk them out of a bad decision. It's rare that a dark thought ever crosses the Russian's mind, nor does she choose to use brash language. Given she's so tall, intimidation could come in handy when dealing with a threatening person... but she doesn't see that as a viable solution to anything. It's difficult to think properly when you're aggravated, she realizes, but she simply finds that violent actions don't help anyone and that they should try—with the help of others—to look for more peaceful solutions. What Alina certainly esteems about herself is her intelligence. She enjoys scientific as well as trivial matters, and is always open to learning new things. It's here that she might get a little carried away, talking on to people who don't understand a thing about astronomy or psychological matters—oh well, it's still fun for her. One obstacle for her is the English language—her accent is heavy and she tends to stumble over words that are dissimilar to those she's heard in Russian. Still, that's something she can and tries her best to work around. Change is always a difficult thing to overcome, but Alina doesn't mind adjusting to new situations. She tends to accept things as they come, though that doesn't go to say she can't be stubborn—if someone is making things difficult for her, she'll at least try to respond accordingly. Alina is a soft and sweet woman and it is difficult to stray from that gentle demeanor, but she's a woman who doesn't let people stomp over her or take advantage of her kindness. Her sensitivity is an ever present thorn in her side, but in a world as complicating and demanding as this one, one must learn to adapt and keep going if they want to succeed.

Likes

Dislikes

Pink | Her favorite color, as made glaringly obvious by just how much of it she wears. She always has something pink on, be it an accessory in her hair or her painted fingernails. She can't help collecting things that are pink, either, as the color is just a pleasant little source of happiness for her.      Fruity Drinks | She prefers mixed drinks to straight up alcohol - vodka especially. As long as it looks pretty and sounds delicious, chances are she'll treat herself to a taste. It's especially fun if the drink has a strange or quirky name. Ballet | Ballet was Alina's life as a little girl. Although she never did become a ballerina, nothing has stopped her from adoring the concept of ballet. It's a popular staple in her home country, and she simply loves watching productions, hearing the music, or seeing the outfits that ballerinas wear. Science | Now this is Alina's life! She could go on talking about how fascinating the many fields of science are. Her favorites are psychology and biomedical science. She has a collection of books that she likes to read in her spare time. Children | They certainly bring out Alina's maternal side. She might not have any just yet, but she loves children of all ages - they're so bright and optimistic in their youth. She wishes she could shield them all from the darker sides of London. Fashion | It's always fun to look through store windows and see which fashion trends are sweeping the city. She loves eye-catching garments and dresses especially, and will most often feel confident about what she shows off in public. Music Boxes | Another staple souvenir of Russia. Regardless of the melodies that they play, each one seems to offer a nostalgic feel for Alina. The gentle twinkle of their tones remind her of the ballets she adored as a young girl. Holidays | What better time to spend with family? Public celebrations are just as nice as personal ones. She hopes for a chance to bond with her brothers whenever holidays come around. Taking walks through London and seeing the lights is always nice, too. Trying New Things | She's open to new ideas and always willing to take on an interesting opportunity. Whether it's a type of food or a new piece of clothing, Alina has trouble saying 'no'. She's a curious person so it's only natural that she's so inclined to get her hands on something, but she isn't foolish enough that she won't weigh out possible consequences first. Architecture | Oh, Red Square and other areas of Russia are absolutely beautiful for their unique architectural structures. It isn't only the familiar ones she adores - she likes what London has to offer, too, as well as any other city in the world. Markers/Colored Pencils | She likes to write and take notes using more colorful utensils. It mixes things up and makes work a little more fun sometimes. Collectibles | She has a habit of collecting things, yes, and can't resist things that are made for collecting. Little trinkets and decorations of the sort. Food | She doesn't hide the fact that she isn't the skinniest of women. She has a surprisingly large appetite as well as a soft spot for sweets and confectioneries. As long as it isn't burnt English food, she'll probably eat it. The City/Outdoors | Bustling rural life is always fun. Since she spends so much time in a lab, it's nice to get outside once in a while and enjoy herself under the (rare) English sun. She enjoys simple pleasures such as a walk through the park or a date at the café - as long as she's getting some fresh air. Pets | She doesn't spend enough time at home, so it's preferable that she doesn't keep pets. When she sees other peoples' pets, however, she can't help but coo over them. Learning | Not only learning about science, but learning about other people, too. She's fascinated by other cultures and other languages, and always enjoys soaking up new information about anything and everything.

Irregular Weather | Regarding weather, she's picky. She doesn't like intense heat nor the frigid cold - the temperature must be just right. Spring and fall are favorable seasons as they tend to fall right in between. Her Emotions | She's well aware of her sensitivity, yes, and just so happens to hate it. She fears her inability to control her emotions makes her look weak, especially when they're triggered at the wrong place and time. Still, there's nothing she can do about it. Anger/Fighting | Even when she's angry will she want to avoid violence. If someone's being a pain then she might wish to yell at them, yes, but she doesn't like things escalating beyond that. She prefers to simmer down, finding ways to calm herself before things can get any worse. Being Told What to Do | Well, she can be stubborn if she doesn't find someone privileged to boss her around. Her superiors at work are certainly an exception; otherwise she prefers that people don't perceive her as someone to push around. Vulgarity | Vulgar behavior is so distasteful, and... confusing. Innuendos tend to go over her head, but if she does catch what someone's trying to do or say, she'll either be terribly offended or flustered. Double Standards | Now, she does not tolerate misogyny or people who think incorrectly about feminists. She wants to be seen as perfectly equal to men and vice versa, rather than being judged for her gender or getting compared to men. Dog-Eared Books | It's a pet peeve of hers to see book pages folded at the corners. She flattens them out to make herself feel better. English | The native English doesn't realize how difficult their language is. Alina's Russian accent remains prominent, as does her tendency to stumble over difficult English words and grammar. It can be beautiful, but its rules and exceptions are ridiculous. Sarcasm | People speaking sarcastically is one of the most aggravating things. Sometimes it hurts, sometimes it makes her want to say something snappy - most of the time, though, she keeps it to herself. While quietly judging said offender. Body Shaming | When it comes to her figure, she does her best to stand up for herself. She's confident about how she looks until someone happens to insult her - and when it comes to other people being taunted for how they look (regardless of gender and whatnot), she'll definitely try to stand up for them. It can really get to her, yes, but in the end she finds that those who dare to shame someone for how they look are the ones at fault. Competition | Surprisingly, she isn't that much of a competitive person. She dislikes when people deliberately turn small situations into big hot-headed competitions. She likes to work at her own pace and in peaceful situations, rather than rushing for the sake of outshining someone else. If competition does arise, it should at least be lightly intended. Being Ignored | She won't be passive in these situations. If someone's ignoring her, she's going to let them know that they need to be paying attention. Really, deep down it does sting to get ignored. Too Much Makeup | She only wears makeup for special occasions, otherwise she prefers to go natural! Too much makeup can be a pain for several reasons; it's a lot to have to wash off, and it can be quite a problem if she cries. Disorganization | She's a bit of a perfectionist, especially in the lab - which is a good thing. Outside of the lab, though, it's a habit she just can't quit. Everything must always be neat and orderly, otherwise she feels bothered.

Dreams

Fears

Family | This is a goal she's definitely set on: having her own family. First she's just gotta find the right person, and second she has to find the time. She won't mind whether her significant other is a man or woman, so long as everything turns out perfectly and she is the best mother she can be. Peace | It's such a cliché dream that can only be achieved in small steps, but it's still something she hopes for. Turf wars and countless conflicts... sometimes she wonders what London would be like if such things didn't exist. It's tough to come up with ways to achieve such a thing, but she hopes people don't give up. Achievements | Scientific achievements, that is! She wants to do something awesome with her career, such as making a breakthrough discovery that will change the M16 for the better. It's things like that that make her want to work harder and harder. Making Friends | She's not desperate to make many, no, but it would be nice to have a few. That way she'll know that she fits in and that people like her.

Insects | Most of them are frightening to think of and repulsive to look at. She's rather squeamish if there's ever one nearby, especially those crawly types who could be on you and you wouldn't even know it. Butterflies and ladybugs are nice exceptions, at least. Guns | Just knowing that there's a gun nearby can be unsettling for her. She can't imagine herself holding a gun without having her hands shake or without fearing that it'll go off accidentally. She fears them solely for the power that they have; to take away life in the blink of an eye. To avoid that happening as an accident or mishap, she'd rather keep herself out of their reach. The only time she'll avoid this fear is when she's talking someone out of using a gun - it's nervewracking, but she believes there are many more solutions to a problem than the usage of such weapons. Getting Lost | She fears never finding her way back when in a crowd or an unfamiliar place. It isn't such a serious problem considering she has methods of communication, but the thought of getting lost and missing an important event is difficult to bear. Loss | She'll always, always care for her family. She only has two brothers, and after having lost her mother she fears that their lives will be lost, too - especially in a world as dangerous as this one. She just can't imagine how she'd cope if she were to lose another important person. Being Unwanted | She actually doesn't mind being by herself, because she's used to it. Solitude is quite nice despite its underlying lonesomeness. It's worse when the cause of that loneliness is because no one wants to be around her. It's a looming paranoia that she might not ever achieve her dream of family because of this. Separation | She succumbs to separation anxiety in these situations. If she spends enough time with someone to become attached to them, she'll fear the chance that they might disappear one day or leave her behind. It's rare behavior from Alina, but when this really gets to her, she'll find herself feeling more possessive over and clingy to that person than usual.

Background

Alina was born in Kazan, Russia, the second child and first girl to Maria and Vasily Milakov. They were not married. Kazan is a city known for its hosting of major sports events and tournaments - sports never ended up being her forte, no, but she was always fascinated by the beauty of her home country. It used to make her want to travel, to see what the rest of the world had to offer. Alina had a lot of ambitions when she was little, but the frequency of her family's moving around brought most of them just out of her reach. She was a happy child growing up, always lost in those ambitions of hers - her greatest one had definitely been to become a ballerina. She looked up to her parents and was always ecstatic in their and her older brother's presences - she followed her mother like a shadow, mimicking everything she did out of curiosity and admiration. It wasn't only her mother she looked up to, but the beautiful ballerinas she'd seen in theater pieces as well. Yes, she found it suitable that she would grow up to be like all of them - she had her life all planned out before she even hit puberty. She was going to be beautiful like her mother and graceful like those ballerinas. When her parents bought her a tutu as a gift, it was all she ever wore.  Her younger brother was born in Belarus, and she still didn't understand why her family moved around so much. Traveling in winter was an absolute pain, but Alina never thought to complain - the snow was pretty to look at, as were most cities that they passed by. As long as she and her brothers stuck together, she didn't mind. When they decided on one place to stay, Alina noticed that her mother spent a lot of time in bed. That didn't bother her, either - she figured Mama was just tired from all that driving and all that cold snow. She gave her blankets and toys and drawings to try and cheer her up. Sometimes, though, Papa requested that she left the room. He always looked so grave. Alina was eight when her mother passed away, due to an illness of the heart. Alina didn't understand what it was, but she understood that her mother was gone and wouldn't be coming back - it shattered the light in those optimistic little eyes. She spent a lot of time in her bedroom since then, refusing to make friends with the other schoolchildren, always worrying whenever she was around her father and brothers. Even so, she continued trying to help her father raise the younger boy. As she developed, the loss had already settled in - it took a lot of willpower for her to move on. She had attained a small fear of losing another family member as quickly as their mother had gone, and that's when she found herself growing protective over the two brothers that she had left. A sense of solemnity had fallen over the household, but each member had learned to move on, too. She did her best in school, still admiring ballerinas as a fond link to her childhood - the deceased Tamara Karsavina was her favorite - yet no longer seeking to become one. Her aspirations developed differently as she found other interests, though her mind hadn't completely let go of thoughts of her mother - she was sensitive to those around her, often starting to sob in the middle of completely normal conversation. People found her a bit strange for it. Some even avoided talking to her in fear that they might set something off. That behavior never quite left Alina. Her education excelled when it came to science - both the behavioral and physical fields. As focused on those as she was, she decided that a career in science was what she'd pursue. She went to Lomonosov, a university in Moscow known for its high percentage of science major graduates, studying biology as her major and psychology as her minor. She worked internships until she'd gathered enough money to move elsewhere, still keen on the idea that she'd see another spot of the world. She chose London. A diverse city of intermingling cultures, she found herself fond of London despite its rainy weather and crowded streets. She'd taken with her a few tokens to remind her of home: a black music box that twinkled to the slow turn of a ballerina, a few nesting dolls, a picture of St. Basil's Cathedral and several of her family. London offered plenty more than what she expected. The longer she stayed, the more aware she became of its darker undertones - she began to worry over what her brothers were getting into, but always did her best to avoid trouble. She, however, did not want to simply sit back and watch. She wanted to take her knowledge and do something with it. She found a place in the M16's research facilities as a medical researcher, focusing on biomedics and psychology. She's learned to adjust in this environment and has grown fond of a few other members , hoping that her success will persist and that she'll be known for helping those in need.

Role-Play Sample

Alina had been in the bookstore so long that time began to escape her. The smell of books old and new had grown familiar by now, as did the ring of the bell which announced the arrival or departure of fellow readers. Bookstores of any sort had the tendency to draw her in like that. They were welcoming, warming, an oasis of distractions - but thankfully, the woman did not have any curfews or appointments that she was in a rush to meet. If she did, she might have missed them by now. In fact, she had only come here to seek out a book that was recommended to her by one of her clients. Expanding on what was already a large collection of books she had at home and in the workplace was always exciting, even more when she had someone to share and discuss them with. But when she would wander down the aisles in search of a book, often she would get carried away and find herself in a completely different section of the store. The book she found was now tucked underneath her arm, though that did not satisfy her enough to want to leave just yet. Curious and quiet, the Russian woman observed the bookshelves in no particular order. Her head tilted to read the titles that she passed by, and much like a child she was mostly drawn to books that expressed themselves with big letters and nice colors. These books were typically of fantasy genre, which she hadn't read since childhood. She mostly enjoyed books with photographs and books that are nonfiction, though sometimes she couldn't help but remember back to her younger age and all of the bookstore windows that she would pass by in Russia. Books about folktale princesses and young ballerinas would always capture her when she was little. Alina almost did not realize the small smile that had formed on her face, for now she was in the children's section of literature and had a hand stretched out to touch one of the book spines. English books were of course different than the ones she used to read at home, but that didn't stop their feeling familiar. She felt like she had heard of some of these names as well. But before she could think too much on it, she became aware of the hushed voices around her and the dingle of the entrance door bell. And then she noticed that there was a small girl near her. With a blink of violet eyes, she turned her head to look at the girl who was focused on the selection in front of her. Naturally, the sight of children made Alina feel content - especially when the girl seemed to be so interested in reading. The Russian felt a pang of longing inside of her, briefly wondering what it would be like if she had a child to read books like these to. She smiled again, speaking softly over the short distance between her and the girl. Although Alina did not work at this bookstore, she felt compelled to ask: "Are you lookink for somethink, dear?"

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Welcome to TND. Your application has been accepted. She is gentle, she is smart, and she is pretty in PINK. Yes, that is important. I have to say I like her personality, and regarding her self-esteem, I just want to shower her with compliments. The traits are balanced quite nicely too. The likes are adorable and reflect the child within Alina, especially the ballerina part. Can't wait to see the scientific breakthrough that she's going to make and what London has in store for her! The name is Milakovna. Alina Milakovna.

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