Name: James Buchanan “Bucky” Barnes Age: 29 years old (Chronologically roughly 100 years old), born March 10th, 1917 Personality: defined by his loyalty and seeks to right the wrongs he was forced to commit as the Winter Soldier. He can tend to come across as stoic and dry, with a quick sarcastic wit, but is ultimately protective of what he cares about to the end. Bucky has parts of that Brooklyn charmer from the 1940's beneath his trauma that can sometimes peek through, but he can also tend toward awkwardness, can shy away from small talk, and despite a more grumpy, sullen demeanour, can have very sweet, thoughtful moments.He’s protective of those he loves, and will always step up to do what he thinks he’s right, but he’s not reckless about it either, more often finding himself the voice of reason. He tends to show his affections through acts of service. Appearance: About 6’0” tall, short to mid length dark brown hair, lean but muscular build. Has a ruggedly handsome charm about his looks with a defined jaw, straight nose, typically sporting stubble. Has intense, piercing eyes somewhere between blue and grey and an expressive face. Tends to wear clothing in public that conceals his vibranium prosthetic left arm, but will wear clothing leaving it free to move properly when on missions. Backstory: James Buchanan "Bucky" Barnes is a man out of time, a former World War II Sergeant and world class sniper, turned brainwashed assassin known as the Winter Soldier. In his youth, he was Steve Roger’s best friend, pulling him out of trouble in the back alleys of Brooklyn. He enlisted in WWII and served in the 107th infantry regiment, and after surviving capture in Azzano where he was first administered Arnim Zola’s supersoldier serum, he fought alongside Steve and the rest of the Howling Commandos until falling off a train in the Alps before the end of the war, presumed dead. Instead, he was captured by HYDRA, and turned into the Winter Soldier, a brainwashed assassin who they put under cryostasis when not in use to elongate his service. He was used this way for seventy years, with memories wiped, forced to commit atrocities under HYDRA’s control. He was eventually broken out of this cycle by Steve in 2014, and has been fighting to find himself again since. Bucky has spent many years fighting to regain his own agency after decades of being under HYDRA control. He retains his memories of his time as the Winter Soldier, and was been working to make amends for his actions while still feeling deep shame. He still works in a hero capacity today. Family: Jimmy Barnes (Father, deceased), Winnifred Barnes (Mother, deceased), Rebecca Barnes (Oldest younger sister, deceased), Jenny Barnes (Middle younger sister, deceased), Rosie Barnes (Youngest sister, deceased), Steve Rogers (Best Friend, Alive) Facts: - Loves reading. Saved for ages to import The Hobbit from the UK when it came out in 1937 and really enjoys literature as a whole. Is very well read. - Bigger nerd than he ever lets on. Finds science fascinating, used to greatly enjoy seeing pictures with Steve or on dates back in the 40’s, and still enjoys film today. - Sleeps on the floor when his nightmares/night terrors are bad.