After posts here on the thread, PMs, and other discussions, I have realized that the advice for Instincts, Goals, and Beliefs are not elaborate enough. Therefore, I’m going to give some examples of each. Hopefully they’ll help. If you feel one of these fits your character, please use it for yourself.<br/><br/><span class="bbc_u">Example Beliefs</span><br/>It’s not what you fight, but what you fight for.<br/><br/>The best solution is always found at the point of my sword.<br/><br/>A guardmouse needs to be able to think with her head and act with her heart.<br/><br/>A guardmouse never gives up, no matter what the danger.<br/><br/>Reason is the best guide to right action.<br/><br/>All possibilities should be explored for the well-being of the Guard.<br/><br/>I’ll build a good name for the Mouseguard.<br/><br/>I must embody the true ideals of the Guard.<br/><br/>Note: all these beliefs relate directly to the character’s position and place within the Mouseguard.<br/><br/><span class="bbc_u">Example Instincts</span><br/>Always create useful things in my free moments.<br/><br/>Anticipate what the Patrol Leader needs.<br/><br/>Always draw maps of all the new locations through which our Patrol travels.<br/><br/>Check the weather early each morning.<br/><br/>If there’s work to be done, always offer help.<br/><br/>Never delay when on a mission.<br/><br/>Always draw my sword at the first sign of trouble.<br/><br/>Always consult [character] when trouble arises.<br/><br/>Note: these are all simple action sentences that are easy to act out consistently.<br/><br/><span class="bbc_u">Example Goals</span><br/>I will ensure the mail is safely delivered to Elmoss, Sprucetuck, Dorigift, and Gilpledge.<br/><br/>I will map our route from Lockhaven to Gilpledge.<br/><br/>I will ensure none of my patrolmates come to harm on this mission.<br/><br/>I will prove to [character] that I am a worthy tenderpaw on this mission.<br/><br/>Note: A good goal is often an application of your Belief or Instinct to the current mission at hand.<br/><br/>If, after reading this, you’d like to change your Belief, Instinct or Goal, please feel free to do so.