Basel Meighan
Ravenclaw | 6th year | Rep. 8 | Wchb
Basel is a very introverted character, unsure of how to act or behave around others and seemingly always saying the wrong thing. Oftentimes he feels out of place at Hogwarts, one of few WC students who have attended long enough to take their OWLS or to even begin the process of taking NEWTS. His academia and grades are incredibly important to him, more so than most things in his life, and he is very hard on himself to do the best that he can.
He is very much a recluse and does not generally seek out social interactions with others. However, he can't seem to resist helping those who need it-- especially when they need help with school. So long as there aren't any exams in the next day or two, Basel is always willing to help those who ask. (though, his reputation and perpetual scowl often scares away those who WOULD ask)
Basel spends the large part of his day in the library, though he can sometimes be found roaming the grounds on the hunt for insects or (on the rarest occasion) participating in a friendly, recreational game of quidditch. similarly, he tries to carve out enough time between his studies to go watch the actual Quidditch games whenever possible.
(hi! I'm still getting a feel for Basel's character and how I want to play him, so please excuse any growing painsl)
Acquaintances
Probably where most relationships would fall, kind of a "we know each other and/or of each other but aren't necessarily friends". these relationships could definitely form into friendships or rivalry, though! If acquaintances then Basel definitely has a little bit of an opinion about you.
Friends
Basel is very much an antisocial guy, and kind of ridiculously bad at reading people, but I think it would be nice if he had a friend or two! he likely doesn't have MANY friends and he's definitely not the most attentive one either, often disappearing for days at a time, but you can expect complete loyalty and help completing your transfiguration homework whenever you need. also bug rants. lots and lots of bug rants.
I imagine more recent friendships would be formed accidentally/incrementally, kind of a 'we happen to keep running into each other might as well get to know you' kinda vibe. He's also pretty go with the flow friendship wise, so it would also be completely reasonable if the other party decided they were going to be friends and Basel decided he was ok with that. He was a lot more interested in making/forming friendships 1st-2nd year, so any relationships formed during that time could reasonably be more of a mutual 'you seem cool lets be friends' thing rather than his older selfs less involved approach. Of course, if there's any other dynamic you'd like to explore I'm more than happy to do so!
Enemies/Rivals
Basel isn't the easiest person to get along with, prone to awkward conversation and snappish behavior. He's also somewhat significant competition for 'best grades', and while not particularly competitive that may rub some the wrong the way. Basel abhors 'lazy' characters-- especially if they are upper MC-UC. He's a bit irrational about it, so I could see some potentially one sided stuff happening there as well.
Basel's not typically gonna get into a fight with another person, but exceptions can be made if pushed far enough. It would have to be very far, though. He's very hesitant to do anything which might jeopardize his time at Hogwarts.
other
That's it! Basel isn't really interested in romance right now, and while I'm open to talking about possibilities (especially for later down the line), probably nothing serious for awhile.
if you had any other ideas for interactions, relationships, dynamics, or etc id love to hear them!