Hence, a Marine officer ...
Mine don't always wield weapons per se - though they often do - but writing a demure little girl, or a wimp? Not me.
Of course since at least 50% of my heroines are based on the same "character", and she's a fiery spirit, they do tend to have a lot in common... the one for this NaNo is different, though. She's more talkative for one thing which is why I have to use first person. Her personality just won't work in third.
The male lead is a tall, dark, mysterious type with a cool temperament and l337 skillz. I am gonna love this!