Red Writing Hood: Personal Ad

Prompt: Let’s have fun this week. We want you to write a personal ad for your character, like one you would find on a dating site. The ad should tell us about your character, but should not be a laundry list – and no cliches about walks on the beach.

Make it interesting, unexpected. Is there something your character is trying to hide that you can tell by reading between the lines? Would we know which character it was (if you have a recurring one) by reading the ad? Will something be revealed? We’re not looking for the ad to be part of a piece – we want it to be THE piece. Hmmm...my character is slightly different. Plus, I've never really looked at any personal ads. I know, I'm freaking myself out. Here goes.


Mature Female with "Fiery" Passion Seeks Human Male.

I am a reclusive scholar with a fondness for flying, spelunking, mountains, and lava. I seek a courageous, adventurous male who is strong of mind and purpose. I desire a permanent alliance, as I intend to mate for life. I am to be the matriarch of a large family, so it is vital that my partner be willing to share in the parenting and education of our children, our Gifts. Warriors are preferred; a cunning mind is required. I need someone who is willing to be the Keeper of Secrets, Guardian of Clan, and Protector of Gifts. Loyalty and fidelity are expected and will be rewarded. I have many assets secreted all over the world, so I travel often An acceptance of sudden change may be required; my mate must be able to adapt. Those seeking my favor should apply in person at my home, located on the side of a volcano on the southern-most tip of the continent.