Pierce Priestly
From Changeling Venue
I knew I belonged to the public and to the world, not because I was talented or even beautiful,
but because I had never belonged to anything or anyone else.
It's all make-believe, isn't it?
- Marilyn Monroe
| Seeming | Ogre Gargantuan |
|---|---|
| Court | Summer Court ••• |
| Freehold | The Freehold of Columbus |
| Player | Dave Romako |
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Overview
Real Name: Pierce Priestly
Titles: Gilded Aspirant, Knight-Libertine of the Black Spear, Savior of the Dawn Court, Keeper of the Shoes
Age: 34
Concept: Larger-than-life media playboy
Entitlement: The Sacred Band of the Golden Standard
Physical description: For those who doubt that the gods occasionally smile on the world, one need only consider that they made Pierce Priestly tall enough that his extraordinary beauty can be admired even when surrounded by crowds of fans. His perfect features make grown men squeal like schoolgirls, and it's said that some cities have banned him from smiling lest he spark another riot among jealous Fairest.
Relevant Mechanics: Fame (Media playboy), Fame (Enormous Cock), Status 4 (Media), Striking Looks 4, high Presence, Giant, Spring Court Goodwill 3
Character Information
The Legend
Some children grow up too fast, their childhoods snatched away by a world that has no place for innocence. Others are not so lucky. They are the boys who never grow up, but, from the moment of their birth, are assumed to be fully grown. The full weight of the world is put on their shoulders, and it is a wonder if they ever learn to stand. Jonathan Merit was one of those boys who were mistaken for men.
Born in Union, Ohio on the first minute of 1952, Jonathan was immediately cast in the limelight as the first baby of the new year. Only a few hours old, and his picture was already in the paper. The caption that ran beneath the photo remarked on his size; there was a small scandal when the new mother in Room 322 down the hall decided that Jonathan must be several weeks old to be so large. The doctors assured her that yes, he was as old as they said, and on January 2nd, the story ran in the paper.
So went Jonathan’s early years. Due to his size, he was always assumed to be many years older than he was. His father decided, even before Jonathan could walk, that he would be a football player. His mother was determined he should be the Prom King. Both of them seemed to recognize in him an opportunity to live out every lost dream they’d ever dared to dream. He never disappointed them in their quest for immortality.
That kind of pressure destroyed him, of course. Because of his enormous size and relatively vast experience, more was always expected of him than he could reasonably deliver. With his soul and time filled to overflowing with his parents’ dreams, it was a miracle he managed to develop any sense of self. He didn’t even have a childhood to cling to. No nostalgia, no emotions that weren’t expected from him. What little identity he had was entirely dependent on what he perceived others’ expectations of him to be. It was more than a desire to please, more than simply needing the validation of others. He truly believed that destiny had marked him out for greatness, and that if others believed in him, he could deliver them immortality by being larger than life.
In 1972, Jonathan led OSU out of the locker room and onto the field for the Big Ten Championship. They never made it to the coin flip. Breaking through the banner held by the cheerleaders, they found themselves chained together, metal bars hemming them in. The next twelve years are mostly lost, but memories of the Goblin Wars, and the Battle of Ridge 34 are strong in his memory. What stayed with him was that his proudest moment had been stolen from him- he never got to play in the Championship. At the same time, leaving the Wars meant giving up a chance at glory on the field of battle.
After escaping, Jonathan and his new motley created new lives for themselves. There were others to help them re-acclimate. Jonathan was now Pierce Priestly, bartender and model. It took him only a year to convince a photographer to give him a chance behind the camera. From there, he worked his way up, relying in no small part on his newfound gifts. Twelve years later, he had bought out the local owners of the NBC affiliate.
In 1997, after the Great Exodus, the 25th Hour remained behind to watch the doors. Pierce had recently become a media darling, a celebrity businessman who was invited to red carpet premiers and whose opinion was sought on every possible subject. Just as he was gaining a degree of renown, he had to dive back under the radar. Twenty-four years ago, the Fae had stolen the glory of the Championship from him. Now, they were forcing him to sacrifice his fame. Working as an underground railroad to get new Lost out of the Hedge and beyond the city couldn’t compare. Setting up a Radio Free Fae broadcast gave him a taste of what he wanted, but he missed his audience.
Now, things are changing. Pierce’s frustration at hiding has reached a breaking point. New Changelings are arriving in ever-greater numbers, and there’s a chance to turn things around. He’s reclaiming his fame, stepping back into the spotlight. The regional papers are noticing him, some celebrity gossip websites are speculating wildly. There are even rumors of interviews with well-respected magazines.
Current Distractions
Fame
Tired of hiding, Pierce Priestly is no longer concerned with the day-to-day running of a media empire, focusing instead on his image. He's more occupied now with hosting exclusive charity balls, producing acclaimed television events, and allowing himself to be quoted on nearly everything from pop culture to politics.
Prince Regent of the Dawn Court
The Spring courtiers all disappeared ten years ago- someone had to keep the throne warm. And Pierce looks wicked hot in the Antler Crown.
The Gold Standard
Pierce has broadcast the Gold Standard on Radio Free Fae for the past fifteen years, though there hasn't been anybody to listen to it outside his motley. You would think eventually he would tire of mocking their fashion, but he sees it as a public service.
Home... family... chocolate wasabi cupcakes. Pierce helped get Reverie going, and is there every other weekend to see Erised. Make sure you knock.
Patrolling the Hedge and smuggling new Lost out of the city is quickly becoming a full-time job. Pierce has decided to let the Changelings stay; it's less effort, and increases his fan-base.
Entourage: The 25th Hour
Winston "One Ton" Myers
Fan Club
"I've got my finger in everyone. Er, everything." ~ Pierce Priestly
Seraphim - There's nothing more painful than having words in your heart that you don't know how to say. Best friend, lover, muse... Seraphim only had to say one word and I was his: "No".
Belle Chanson - She is happiest when she sings my praises. Others could learn a lot from her.
Darling - Wendy's is such an adorable little inn, and Darling is the perfect proprietress; this is the first stop for the lost boys and girls I gallantly rescue from the Hedge. The second stop if they're pretty.
Joshua - My local purveyor of organic Goblin Fruits and Nuts. He costs a bit more, but that quaint rustic ambiance in his shop is worth it.
Hasan Saif - He's so exotic... I just love the way he gets all sweaty when we spar. If only he would bring that same earnestness to the bedroom.
Molly Moonglow - I've always fancied that at least a few of those wrinkles are my fault. There are worse ways to be remembered.
Myo - She's a cute little cupcake, but that just makes it all the more disconcerting when you see how professional she is. It wouldn't be home without her.
Mallory Schadenfreude - If you don't already know about Mal, poodle, then he's not for you. Maybe there's a Holiday Inn down the road?
Irina Kovalenko - I don't care what others say; Irina has an insatiable appetite with me. Protein shakes, man meat, hot beef injections... I just wish I knew how she keeps those exquisite cheekbones.
Nix - I am not cleaning his cage.
Princess Tiger Lily - I guess the Picaninny Casino didn't work out for her. At least she's working somewhere with plenty of free booze.
Malic Stitch - Muah! This beautiful man has the official Pierce Kiss of Approval. His designs are exquisite.
Alison Glass - This scrumptious strumpet has all the makings of a great lady. I've got my eye on her.
Cosmo - Fuck me. No really. Fuck. Me.
Will Siren - For such a brooding little boy, he sure is eager to please. I've yet to be disappointed by his performance.
Mavis - I love a woman who knows her mind, but who always makes nice the next day. Especially one who brings her own brew.
Stephan Glamourdust - A real class act. I recommend him highly.
Nemo -
The Jealous
Michael du Siena - Some people just don't know how to be grateful.
Hector - Never met the man, but I imagine he looks like John Waters and drives a white van. Fucking pervert.
Cirque Nocturne - I love them. I do. It's just that everyone seems to think there's some competition between us.
Saga - The man is obsessed with my penis. Call him "Dearest"... he loves that.
Omar of Sand and Glass - His mind must be as simple as his outfit. Everyone knows better than to threaten my wards.
Cinder - Lies! Vicious lies!
I'd Like To Thank
Errol Flynn
Gilderoy Lockhart
Sunset Boulevard
The MC from Cabaret
Derek Zoolander
Mae West
Soundtrack
Pierce has notoriously pedestrian taste in music. I have a mixed copy of this available for download, just ask.
1. The Ones - Flawless
2. Mason vs Princess Superstar - Perfect (Exceeder)
3. TV Rock vs The Freaks - The Creeps / Flaunt It / Rocking Music / Vibrate To This
4. Lisa Pin-Up & Elvira - Sexy
5. Justin Timberlake - SexyBack
6. Louis Lesther - Deshabille Moi
7. DJ Sunderland - Suspicious Girls
8. Panic! At the Disco - Lying Is The Most Fun A Girl Can Have WIthout Taking Her Clothes Off
9. Jason Mraz - Good Old-Fashioned Lover Boy
10. Mika - Grace Kelly
11. Scissor Sisters - She’s My Man
12. Black Eyed Peas - My Humps
13. Sean Paul - Temperature
Quotes
"Such an odd man really. I've never met anyone so in love with themselves. Perhaps that is why others find it so easy to love him. Me? Love is for the stage although he is shiny." ~Belle Chanson
"Pierce...well, what to say about Pierce? He's a star and well, he has the ego to go with it. Not to say that I dislike him, but he can be a bit incorrigible at times." ~ Darling
"Pierce and I?" <laugh> "Its simpler than you think; and more complicated than you can fathom. It works; does anything else matter?" - Seraphim
"Pierce is amazing. It's nice having someone that will fly several hours because they think you want to chat. Don't mess with him. If he doesn't make you regret it, well..." Mallory Schadenfreude
"Pierce, he keep me well fed, if not poorly rested." Irina Kovalenko
"noone and i mean noone , throws a party like Pierce Priestly. I wouldn't miss one for the world" - Malic Stitch
"He is more than he seems...if only he would realize what I see..." - Erised
Rumors
"Wait, what do you think I did? (pause) Oh THAT. Yeah I did that..."
-Pierce can do lines of coke off his own gargantuan cock.
-Pierce has a yardstick tattooed on his forearm. It's marked off with all the sovereigns of the past fifteen years.
-Pierce once hired a team of Mexicans to 'trim the hedge' of the Flowering Spring Queen before he seduced her.
-Pierce hot-rods lines of crystal off the hot ass of Alison Burningblood.
-Pierce's head was too big for the crown, but he found a place for it...
-Pierce has never wielded a weapon.
-Pierce has held down an eleven year long affair with the first and only person to ever tell him 'no'
-Pierce is actually Autumn Court, and reaps Glamor whenever he drops his pants.
-Pierce is actually celibate and his reputation is a carefully crafted illusion using his skills at hypnosis.
-While he was younger, at summer camp, he once won a three legged race... all by himself.
-Pierce's huge ego is attracting some unwanted attention to the Lost community, both by the Others and those who guard against them.
The Pierce Priestly Online Experience
http://PiercePriestly.googlepages.com/home
Relevant Approvals
Sacred Band #USA-EC-LC-0712-84424
Spring Goodwill 3 #USA-EC-LC-0712-84385
Summer Mantle 3 #USA-EC-LC-0712-84383
Status (Media: NBC) 4 #USA-EC-LC-0712-84382
