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Zoriah Deepwood + (Scary, bitter, sexy, cutting, Zoriah is an …
Scary, bitter, sexy, cutting, Zoriah is an enigma that few even know is there and others thoroughly misunderstand. Zoriah has a sour, venomous disposition with enemies and a sour, venomous, and sweet disposition with friends. Mischievous in a rather dangerous way, often pulling "pranks" that are just a tad too far over the line.
that are just a tad too far over the line.)
Scirocco Grimhall + (Scirocco is charming, humorous, and someti …
Scirocco is charming, humorous, and sometimes flirtatious, but an acute awareness of the importance of etiquette, tradition and formality prevents him from taking things too far. Like any decent bard he is mellifluously silver-tongued and rather direct in his flamboyant indirectness. Genuinely kind and warm, he is prone to acts of heroics and charity. Like the breeze that is his namesake, he tends toward passionate limerence, especially when on a creative bent. Scirocco is not monofaceted, also exuding a cool, sly, shadowy air of mystery toward those who probe into his personal life or his past too deeply. Vanity prevents him from completely hiding a touch of true darkness from those who know him intimately.
rkness from those who know him intimately.)
Valarian Harrow + (Scoundrel. Combine good looks, confidence, …
Scoundrel. Combine good looks, confidence, and more charm than is safe, package it with devil-may-care swagger and youthful insouciance, and you have Valarian. As long as things are going his way, he's everyone's best friend, generous friend, genial companion, but there's a certain cruelty to his temper. A pride in his public image that's intolerant of the idea of imperfection.
's intolerant of the idea of imperfection.)
Auda Crown + (Scrappy, spitfire, too mouthy for her own …
Scrappy, spitfire, too mouthy for her own good. Auda has survived on pure grit and determination, and it's easily seen in bright eyes and guarded postures. She's very, very slow to let people in, but that's not really rare in a city this big. Auda's quick to make acquaintances, of course, but real friends seem few and far between.
but real friends seem few and far between.)
Auda Waters + (Scrappy, spitfire, too mouthy for her own …
Scrappy, spitfire, too mouthy for her own good. Auda has survived on pure grit and determination, and it's easily seen in bright eyes and guarded postures. She's very, very slow to let people in, but that's not really rare in a city this big. Auda's quick to make acquaintances, of course, but real friends seem few and far between.
but real friends seem few and far between.)
Scythia Redreef + (Scythia's mother always told her that she …
Scythia's mother always told her that she was pretty, and she taught her how to use that to her advantage. She, like the rest of her kin, can be stubborn and fierce, but she is many other things as well, when it is needed. Some might say that she is a talented actress, and she is, able to cry at the drop of a coin or laugh and inspire laughter with jokes and wit. What is real with Lady Scythia Redreef? That is a question that might never find an answer. She may smile to your face, but always be aware that she might be cutting you to shreds when you're gone.
be cutting you to shreds when you're gone.)
Scythia Seliki + (Scythia's mother always told her that she …
Scythia's mother always told her that she was pretty, and she taught her how to use that to her advantage. She, like the rest of her kin, can be stubborn and fierce, but she is many other things as well, when it is needed. Some might say that she is a talented actress, and she is, able to cry at the drop of a coin or laugh and inspire laughter with jokes and wit. What is real with Lady Scythia Redreef? That is a question that might never find an answer. She may smile to your face, but always be aware that she might be cutting you to shreds when you're gone.
be cutting you to shreds when you're gone.)
Sebastian Pravus + (Sebastian waxes and wanes from moments of …
Sebastian waxes and wanes from moments of inspired brilliance to profoundly disinterested lethargic ambivalence. Seemingly erratic, he will obtain a new obsession and pursue that inspiration with a sort of single-minded devotion and intensity. During these periods, he will work obsessively until he has created the vision that drove him, before once more retreating to his general malaise. The artist seems to show the same sort of obsessiveness over people, finding an object of interest and searching for something within that individual, and manipulating them with a deft hand, always searching for something and not quite finding it. He has a cruel faculty for it. No matter how many have been told to avoid getting entangled with the Pravus Lord, he seems to rarely be lacking for attention, or a trail of broken individuals left behind who mutter about his inconsistency and madness. And yet, there are those who have grown close enough to Sebastian to know that there is more to the man than meets the eye, or the reputation.
man than meets the eye, or the reputation.)
Seia Ulixes + (Seia has been raised from her earliest day …
Seia has been raised from her earliest days to be what the occasion demanded of her. The first books she recalls reading were those on etiquette that her nanny would read to her at night. The first lessons she can remember her tutors giving her were on what was expected of her at the upcoming function, whatever that may be. It was, truth be told, a boring life. Until she started receiving her musical instruction; that's when she was told to find her feelings and let it out. In music, you can skillfully defy the expectations of rules to come up with something beautiful and new. And that is exactly what Seia likes to do: defy expectations when least expected and cause someone to feel genuine emotion.
and cause someone to feel genuine emotion.)
Selene Whisper + (Selene is a woman, made of confidence and …
Selene is a woman, made of confidence and silken steel, quick to jest or comfort, laugh or shed a perfect tear. Never one to be out of place in any situation, she is both the most genuine and most mysterious woman one could meet. Her moods are as carefully crafted as her clothing, wearing them with the poise and grace one could expect from the premiere courtsean. Rarely aggressive, none would ever ascribe 'weak' to the woman, but her strength occasionally reflects the dangerous core of cold steel within. She knows when to make the double entendre, when to place a comforting hand on the shoulder, and she makes it all look as effortless as a summer breeze. Very few may know the true Selene, but it is very difficult to find a reason to dislike whoever they meet.
ind a reason to dislike whoever they meet.)
Baelos Redrain + (Self-assured, rakish, reckless, brash. Bae …
Self-assured, rakish, reckless, brash. Baelos strides through life with the confidence afforded by his name and his youth. As quick with a jest as he is with his blade, Baelos seeks fun of all varieties, particularly if it involves trouble. Typically he affects a cool disposition, but his temper is as fiery as any Northman when provoked. That said, he is more often seen slapping backs than exchanging punches.
en slapping backs than exchanging punches.)
Sengir Masque + (Sengir was taught she deserves the best be …
Sengir was taught she deserves the best because she is the best, and if the gods are good, she will have what she is owed, and if the gods dare to deny her, she will take it anyway! The best clothes, the best ships, the best lovers and the best food, Sengir only has eyes for what is absolutely stellar, and now that she is in Arx, well, she is at the heart of the Compact, where the elite gathers. In a way, even when she lost her ship, she moved up in life, closer than ever to realizing her own potential as a bright star in the skies of Arvani nobility.
ight star in the skies of Arvani nobility.)
Sengir + (Sengir was taught she deserves the best be …
Sengir was taught she deserves the best because she is the best, and if the gods are good, she will have what she is owed, and if the gods dare to deny her, she will take it anyway! The best clothes, the best ships, the best lovers and the best food, Sengir only has eyes for what is absolutely stellar, and now that she is in Arx, well, she is at the heart of the Compact, where the elite gathers. In a way, even when she lost her ship, she moved up in life, closer than ever to realizing her own potential as a bright star in the skies of Arvani nobility.
ight star in the skies of Arvani nobility.)
Bonibel Barleycorn + (Sensible. Bonibel has always been the prag …
Sensible. Bonibel has always been the pragmatic sort. Stubborn and quick-witted this young woman can sometimes be abrasive but it's usually out of a lack of time more than it is a lack of patience. A hard life as a Prodigal and living in the Lowers has tempered her over time making her slow to anger and wields a glass-half-full view of the world. She just doesn't have the time for sulking.
he just doesn't have the time for sulking.)
Evelin Starborn + (Sensual, wry, cunning and playfully wicked …
Sensual, wry, cunning and playfully wicked, this woman is intelligent yet whimsical. She comes off as dreamy and a tad carefree. She is the passionate, emotional sort, and can be stubborn. Especially when she wants something; then the fires of the stars blazes deep within her heart, shining bright in her eyes.
hin her heart, shining bright in her eyes.)
Serafine Velenosa + (Serafine is fearless. She doesn't care wha …
Serafine is fearless. She doesn't care what anyone truly thinks of her and doesn't care where a person comes from. Are you true to yourself? You aren't hurting anyone (that doesn't deserve it)? Well alright then. Mischievious, trouble. At times volatile, at other times, she is the still waters of a millpond. Not above kicking open doors or causing a little chaos because, honestly, sometimes it's just necessary. Always interested in fun, should the mood permit. Dislikes the selfish parts of nobility. Adores the genuine relief in a hard day's work.
s the genuine relief in a hard day's work.)
Seren Walker + (Seren's personality is usually split along …
Seren's personality is usually split along one of three ways: happy, curious, and focused. Few are the times when a stranger has not been greeted with the warmth of Seren's smile. She's not always bubbly or even exuberant, but there's a level of joy that simmers just beneath the surface, constantly infecting her features with the light of real warmth. And you know those people that take in strays? Be they pets or neighbors? Yeah, she's one of those people. But don't cross her with a deal made in bad faith or it becomes all storm clouds and lightning and threats of Ravashari curses.
lightning and threats of Ravashari curses.)
Saedrus Cicisbeo + (Serenity becomes Saedrus; he is oft as tra …
Serenity becomes Saedrus; he is oft as tranquil as the mirror shine of an undisturbed lake. Not to say he is without passion, merely knows there is a time and place for such things. He is seldom brought to ire or malicious in word or action and in spite of being softly spoken Saedrus never lacks conviction nor shies from calling a spade anything other than what it is. Astute yet willing to admit to a lack of understanding in some topics he is always eager to learn, or to ask, but this eagerness can fuel a wicked curiosity for which he must stride along a fine line of decorum, never going so far to appear intrusive. Compassion comes easily to Saedrus and his loyalty is fierce. No matter the need he is willing to do almost anything to brighten another's day, bring about a smile or relieve some small burden if he is able. He is an attentive sounding board, an empathic ear and if needed simply company to enjoy wine and conversation with.
mpany to enjoy wine and conversation with.)
Fredrik Redtyde + (Serious and driven, Fredrik is not a man t …
Serious and driven, Fredrik is not a man to leap into any situation without first examining any angle and plotting his course carefully. This does not mean he is not personable, of course! He has not survived as a roaming merchant by being frigid or obtuse, and has a warm smile and ready handshake to reflect that. But a look into his eyes shows the trauma of many years of loss, and he often defaults to serious examination and thought, rather than whimsy or dreaming.
d thought, rather than whimsy or dreaming.)
Anze Redrain + (Serious and jovial, warrior and jester. Tr …
Serious and jovial, warrior and jester. Trying to find a way to smile through everything can be hard, but Anze tries. He's a warrior first and foremost, a man of the blade who's no stranger to the harsh lands of the north but he tries to balance that with a lot of smiles and good natured living. When not wielding a blade it's best to not think about what that blade is used for, and so Anze doesn't, leaving that to those times he does have to pick up the blade. And then the smiles stop.
ck up the blade. And then the smiles stop.)
Anze Malvici + (Serious and jovial, warrior and jester. Tr …
Serious and jovial, warrior and jester. Trying to find a way to smile through everything can be hard, but Anze tries. He's a warrior first and foremost, a man of the blade who's no stranger to the harsh lands of the north but he tries to balance that with a lot of smiles and good natured living. When not wielding a blade it's best to not think about what that blade is used for, and so Anze doesn't, leaving that to those times he does have to pick up the blade. And then the smiles stop.
ck up the blade. And then the smiles stop.)
Faye Ruger + (Serious, determined, relentless. Scary. Al …
Serious, determined, relentless. Scary. All are descriptors one might hear about Faye, asking her friends and coworkers. It's true, her upbringing at the hands of the man who was Master of Questions of the investigation instilled in her values somewhat...different from most girls. She is stoic and composed, an accomplished actress in many ways. While she doesn't take anyone at face value, she DOES believe in the inherent good of people, and has a fierce, compassionate heart. Faye is a woman who takes full responsibility for her actions and their effects - she says she can't bemoan her life when she made the choice to put on the mantle. To take up the bow. Any guilt she feels is a burden she willingly carries, so that the innocent never have to. With her friends, she is known to show a sense of humor dry and acidic. She sugarcoats nothing, and is just as blunt and demanding with them as she is with herself, but there's nothing she wouldn't do to protect them.
s nothing she wouldn't do to protect them.)
Seth Steelhart + (Seth's the son of the Chillhearted, one of …
Seth's the son of the Chillhearted, one of the most storied swordsmen in the Oathlands. He's of noble blood, knows it, and if there's a commoner around, he'll be certain they know it as well. Every one of his successes is met with considerable acknowledgement on his part, and should someone do better then Seth, there's always some reason why, imagined or otherwise. Every failure is taken very poorly, Seth's known to sulk. Even when he isn't sulking, Seth's brooding is infamous. Despite this, Seth is fiercely loyal to anyone who sees him as a friend or lover, but is slow to trust that anyone truly likes him.
slow to trust that anyone truly likes him.)
Seymour Oak + (Seymour is a bit of a shark. He is happy t …
Seymour is a bit of a shark. He is happy to meet people but never offers anything without of an expectation of something in return. He is fine with win win scenarios and tries to encourage them, especially if he wins more than everyone else. To that end he'll be friendly as can be. He dislikes anything that isn't going to result in some sort of profit. Marriage especially, ever since his divorce.
rriage especially, ever since his divorce.)
Shade Ulbran + (Shade Ulbran has never been kind, generous …
Shade Ulbran has never been kind, generous or indulgent. What she lacks in a gentle touch, she has instead made up for with an iron will, a fighter's will, forged by the hardships and the trials of her life. She is clever and dangerous, but the necessities and responsibilities of Boroughs leadership have since tempered the wild cruelties of youth (and she enjoyed more than her fair share of wild cruelties, to be certain). She is lovely by one turn, deadly by another. She is stubborn and commanding; she has a dark sense of humor and she is much too blunt with her words. But dark humor and blunt words cannot hide her love for the Lower Boroughs, and though she is no saint, she is nevertheless a fierce protector to her people -- and her interests.
tector to her people -- and her interests.)
Shadow Unknown + (Shadow as some call him and Tiny to others …
Shadow as some call him and Tiny to others is equal parts quiet and boisterous. The man drifting from one extreme to the other as he watches the world around him. A certain innocence holding to his gaze and awe when confronted with some wonders of the city and absolute horror with others. Coming from the mountains he is not used to most social niceties and seems to be a stranger when it comes to such activities and things which can lead to misunderstandings and trouble in the worse of instances or to rather humerous ends in the best of them.
rather humerous ends in the best of them.)
Shard Crown + (Shard is not someone who makes friends eas …
Shard is not someone who makes friends easily. She's often dour, and given to biting sarcasm when not being overly serious. While she's not lacking for a sense of humor, it's often sharp and unpleasant. That said, her loyalty to the Valorous Few has not been in question since signing on, and she's been a diligent soldier, if not necessarily the most pleasant of fighting companions. While she has her own, often small and private set of principles, Shard is largely an open pragmatist in how she behaves and how she operates, something that typically serves her well in her line of work.
cally serves her well in her line of work.)
Needle Ulbran + (Sharp as the implement she's named for, Ne …
Sharp as the implement she's named for, Needle is very much a go-getter with an eye on the prize. Smart and quick on the uptake, she's one of the Ulbran Family's up-and-coming youngsters - although navigating the line between up-and-coming youngster and threat to those above is always a tricky prospect, a fact of which she's well aware.
rospect, a fact of which she's well aware.)
Eshken Greenblood + (Sharp tongued, dry toned, and perceptive. …
Sharp tongued, dry toned, and perceptive. Eshken is a man of sarcastic bent. He is not unkind just no nonsense and lacking in patience for foolishness. Generally well meaning in the things that he does, and willing to help others in need. He's straight forward and efficient. He's not necessarily an overly cheerful man but neither is he particularly melancholy. He's steadfast, grounded, and very pragmatic.
s steadfast, grounded, and very pragmatic.)
Mira Artiglio + (Sharp, quick, and well-versed when it come …
Sharp, quick, and well-versed when it comes to law and obscure lore, Mira is very much a bookworm and it shows in nearly every other social interaction. Shy, nervous, and a bit awkward when not arguing a case, she can, however, be quite the spitfire if provoked, though!
be quite the spitfire if provoked, though!)
Shazza Sedna + (Shazza was raised to believe that ambition …
Shazza was raised to believe that ambition is a good thing, and ambition is definitely amongst the list of words that may be found when describing her. But she learned good ethics right alongside the rules of supply and demand, and that while cheating someone might make a quick profit, in the long run it does more harm than good. She was learning how to dive for pearls practically before she could walk, as all of the children in her family do, so she's not soft, but more to the point, she's clever, quick-witted, and has an eye for detail, whether it's the quality of a pearl, or a column of figures. She shares her family's dream of becoming pearl suppliers known all across Arvum, and considers the success of this effort to be a mark of her own personal success as well, should she manage t help accomplish it. Pearlspire and Deepwood have both been incredibly good to her family, and she knows it.
ibly good to her family, and she knows it.)
Alheri Deepwood + (She cares. She really does. It's just th …
She cares. She really does. It's just that reality is disappointing. You talk to someone and there's a flaw in their plan and you're either complicit because you say nothing or a naysayer if you do. Someone's dress is beautiful but a stitch was dropped and that gemstone is just a fraction misaligned and you know they'll laugh at her if you say nothing. Far better to help out. Of course, people are never grateful. They'd rather be laughed at by a thousand behind their backs than told they were wrong to their face. So she takes the brunt of that. It's a heavy burden. And somewhere along the way she started to like it.
here along the way she started to like it.)
Reigna Steelhart + (She exudes a quiet competence, a calm sere …
She exudes a quiet competence, a calm serenity that seems to defy one to try to shake it. Given the precarious nature of her upbringing, Reigna often sought comfort in the stories of the past, and so it was only natural that she should seek to devote herself to Vellichor. There is a great comfort found in the order of scholarly thought, the rejection of the chaos that comes with emotion. That is not to say she is entirely cold, the occasional flashes of temper hint at a depth of emotion within her that rarely sees the light of day.
hin her that rarely sees the light of day.)
Sierra Malvici + (She is a cheerful and flirty woman that ha …
She is a cheerful and flirty woman that has quite the temper. She tends towards liking everyone, even those considered the worst of the worst. She goes into meeting people with the firm belief they will be friends for life, whether it is true or not. She is always happy to meet new people. While she might be friendly and kind to everyone, she always has something about her that indicates she has something to hide despite that, there is something about her that indicates she can be trusted with even the deepest of secrets. It as if she only trusts most people to a certain point. For Sierra, family comes first. When her temper goes of it burns hot and when it dies down, she often has a feeling of guilt for the things she said and did in her fit of temper.
ngs she said and did in her fit of temper.)
Zyanya Lir + (She is a poet with a poet's vagaries. When …
She is a poet with a poet's vagaries. When piqued by interest and pricked by curiosity, she is the running brook carrying thoughts like sun-sparks on water. When not, Zyanya is the willow: soft with grace, deeply rooted, songs turned inward. There is patience here and a dignity born of decades of training.
and a dignity born of decades of training.)
Lyiana Averdeen + (She is a soft-spoken woman with an eye for …
She is a soft-spoken woman with an eye for detail, especially when working with a piece of clothing. Her demeanor could be described as kind and almost submissive, but she is often mistaken for such do to her soft vocal range. She has a goal of owning her own tailoring shop when she has enough money, but for now, she is working for whomever she can find. Her most outward traits are the constant smile which seems to grace her lips, and the way she will often tap her fingers on her thigh as she observes the world around her, often doing that without realizing it. She has a temper, though it's often hidden under a layer of carefully controlled emotions, though it will often emerge when she is tired or not feeling her best.
when she is tired or not feeling her best.)
Volta none + (She is a very forwarding person, positive …
She is a very forwarding person, positive and ready to act in her constant search of making her own general situation as better as posible. Yet she is conscious about her own place in the world and her limits and lacks of resources of all kinds. Sometimes she turns somewhat defeatist. She tries to stand in the "right" path as much as posible, but has no remorses if the situation asks for something different.
he situation asks for something different.)
Hali Harvey + (She is bold. She is strong. She is sure. M …
She is bold. She is strong. She is sure. Maybe just a touch cocky when her feet are on the deck of a ship. Fierce to the point of frightening when focused on a task. She can be a little intimdating. Hali just LOVES a good and juicy rumor. What sailor doesn't when you're usually stuck at sea for weeks at a time. But oh the sea she calls, and more than anything Hali loves the sea. Even better? When she gets to sail -and- explore. Ever curious for new adventures, it's what brought her to the life of a mercenary on the seas.
er to the life of a mercenary on the seas.)
Eleanor Allenatore + (She is cheerful and chipper. She is a morn …
She is cheerful and chipper. She is a morning person. She is certain that tomorrow will be better than today, and she is sure that if it isn't, it's because she just didn't try hard enough and she'll do a better job next time. It would be off-putting, except that she is also unfailingly kind, and she tries so hard and is so very earnest that the more cynical around her catch themselves smiling and find themselves hoping she's right about what tomorrow brings.
ng she's right about what tomorrow brings.)
Eliza Lavann + (She is curious to a fault, even when prude …
She is curious to a fault, even when prudence or discretion would seem to advise against it. There is a hunger for new things in her that can at times amount to obsession: new knowledge first and foremost, but also new experiences, new perspectives on life. Experience has taught her a degree of caution by now, but her adventuresome spirit is still likely to land her in trouble.
it is still likely to land her in trouble.)
Rikako Tyde + (She is friendly, but doesn't have any supe …
She is friendly, but doesn't have any super close friends for she often wanders to her next adventure and leaves them behind. While talkative normally, she can be quiet and absorbed when she is trying to do a task. She struggles with discipline and can be rebellious as she never had a strong authority in her life.
never had a strong authority in her life.)
Danae Russo + (She is known amongst the troops for being …
She is known amongst the troops for being a bit of a hard ass. A smile is one of the rarest things you can see from Danae. She is tough and expects no less than perfection from the soldiers directly under her in the chain of command. Despite this she is well respected amongst the soldiers. She has earned it with over a decade of service in the military. How ever most of her more legendary exploits have gone unnoticed up until this point, as she has always waved off awards and praise, stating "It is my job, I just happen to be good at it." On the field of battle she is known as the exact person you want to show up when you need back up, and the last person you want showing up if you are the enemy. Some of the soldiers refer to her as the armies 'Mom' (but never to her face) because of the way she always takes care of those who need it, and how she rarely gets mad at people, she just gets disappointed.
mad at people, she just gets disappointed.)
Elise Whisper + (She is not exactly talkative, but she isn' …
She is not exactly talkative, but she isn't exactly reserved. She knows exactly how much to talk, and when to. She is well versed in the ettiquete of many social strata, so she does a great job of fitting in, in just about every situation. She knows all the right things to say, and to whom to say them. She finds it easy to work her way in to any conversation.
sy to work her way in to any conversation.)
Rawen Redrain + (She is often described as being very passi …
She is often described as being very passionate about the topics she decides to take up in her research and compassionate towards others.However, she is often rather shy and prefers to just observe people more than approach for communication, unless it is about something that peaks her interest. She is quick to open up to those she feels comfortable but is known to sometimes have a minor temper and seems obsessed about colors.
or temper and seems obsessed about colors.)
Malena Black + (She is quite a kind woman, and will often …
She is quite a kind woman, and will often assist people that need it. While she can be aloof when in her thoughts, she is bright and engaged when talking about her chosen craft. She often experiments with different things, and is meticulous in her approach. She tends to see the glass as half full, even when life takes a darker turn. She tends to keep opinions to herself unless asked and then her brutal honesty can sometimes be surprising if they're used to her gentle disposition.
if they're used to her gentle disposition.)
Emily Deepwood + (She is restless. There is something frenet …
She is restless. There is something frenetic about her even when she is sitting still, as though she can't wait to be off and moving again. When she speaks she speaks quickly, and jumps from topic to topic as though one is never enough for her to focus on in a single moment in time. When she doesn't speak she is taking in her surroundings, cataloguing everything and saving it for later. Perceptive and intelligent, not much slips by her notice. And though it can be charming, her split focus and interest in everything makes her a little excitable and a little impatient.
a little excitable and a little impatient.)
Skatha Culler + (She listens more than she speaks, watching …
She listens more than she speaks, watching with those keen gray eyes. When she acts, it's decisively with no hesitation. She is reserved in interactions with others, staying remote from those around - a wall erected, but to what end? To keep what is outside out or to keep what's inside in? She is pious, honoring the Thirteenth before all other gods. It is a worship whose facets suit the life she has chosen.
whose facets suit the life she has chosen.)
Amorria Arterius + (She would much rather be sitting away from …
She would much rather be sitting away from the center of a crowd in most situations, preferring to simply observe other's interactions. Hopelessly curious, she can't help but openly follow most conversations within earshot, no matter what the subject is. Borderline temperamental, her emotional path can switch rather quickly once triggered to do so, and there may be little indication when that mood-swing may happen. Often, she has a hard time relating to some people, her social skills not being completely developed and her imagination carrying more weight than what her eyes see plainly.
ore weight than what her eyes see plainly.)
Branwen Stormfeather + (She would much rather surround herself wit …
She would much rather surround herself with nature and animals then with people. But, feeling that the spirits need her to help her fellow humans, Branwen reluctantly seeks out venues where she can offer her assistance to those in need. If there is an animal in distress that she can help, all the better. She comes across as quiet, but stubborn. And sometimes off in her own little world, though if one were to ask her a question she would surprise them with a detailed response. Whatever else may be happening around her though, she tries to be thoughtful and thorough, even when she has no wisdom to offer.
ugh, even when she has no wisdom to offer.)
Violet Marjawn + (She's as disciplined as any Crimson Blade …
She's as disciplined as any Crimson Blade officer usually is when doing her job. It's what's expected, and Violet makes no apologies for being professional. Off duty, she's a bit less disciplined... but she prefers order to her life in and out of uniform and it shows. Despite all of this, she still has some feminine charm when she puts her mind to it.
minine charm when she puts her mind to it.)
Violet Sandreef + (She's as disciplined as any Crimson Blade …
She's as disciplined as any Crimson Blade officer usually is when doing her job. It's what's expected, and Violet makes no apologies for being professional. Off duty, she's a bit less disciplined... but she prefers order to her life in and out of uniform and it shows. Despite all of this, she still has some feminine charm when she puts her mind to it.
minine charm when she puts her mind to it.)
Violet Farwatch + (She's as disciplined as any Crimson Blade …
She's as disciplined as any Crimson Blade officer usually is when doing her job. It's what's expected, and Violet makes no apologies for being professional. Off duty, she's a bit less disciplined... but she prefers order to her life in and out of uniform and it shows. Despite all of this, she still has some feminine charm when she puts her mind to it.
minine charm when she puts her mind to it.)
Sen'azala + (She's intense. Not always, of course, but …
She's intense. Not always, of course, but frequently enough that it's a single word that encompasses her quite well, even when she's seemingly relaxed. Her temper is hot or cold, and nothing in-between, but even when she doesn't appear to be angry, even when she seems calm and relaxed, even content, there is something just beneath the surface that gives off the faintest impression of danger. The slightest sense that regardless of how openly angry she may become, she's holding back something infinitely more.
's holding back something infinitely more.)
Sen'azala Venandi + (She's intense. Not always, of course, but …
She's intense. Not always, of course, but frequently enough that it's a single word that encompasses her quite well, even when she's seemingly relaxed. Her temper is hot or cold, and nothing in-between, but even when she doesn't appear to be angry, even when she seems calm and relaxed, even content, there is something just beneath the surface that gives off the faintest impression of danger. The slightest sense that regardless of how openly angry she may become, she's holding back something infinitely more.
's holding back something infinitely more.)
Ashlyn Velenosa + (She's laced with curiosity and mystery. In …
She's laced with curiosity and mystery. Intrigued by the unknown and by nature. She is kind and open to those she meets, learning from others and offers insight in return. She is mysterious and always apt to hear the tales of others as she determines a way to work her way up through society. She is drawn to lore and secrets. Quiet and perhaps a bit strange and doesn't seem inclined to call herself better than others.
clined to call herself better than others.)
Dianara Whisper + (She's never been the life of the party, bu …
She's never been the life of the party, but Dianara is the Whisper one seeks out if they desire pleasant conversation over a drink at said party. Hers is a way of languid kindness and warmth with little that seems to make her excited or out of sorts. Her companions and students would swear they've never seen her lose her temper. She seems to drift through the world as if propelled by a gentle breeze, unperturbed and unbothered by struggle and strife but willing to assist where she can.
trife but willing to assist where she can.)
Stygia Ulbran + (She's quiet, calculating, and it's rumored …
She's quiet, calculating, and it's rumored that she has absolutely no sense of humor. She has erected a high wall around her, remaining remote and cool for the most part but she is known to have a red-hot temper. Assertive and brutally honest to a fault, she never minces her words or dresses them up fancily and brooks no guff.
resses them up fancily and brooks no guff.)
Thesbe Aryn + (She's the silent partner in their twin duo …
She's the silent partner in their twin duo. She lets her sister flirt and talk while she assesses. Her careful demeanor lends to holding back rather than rushing forward. She is the level-headed one out of the duo. She takes care of her sister's costumes. Making sure that everything is just right. And don't mess with either of them because this young woman has a staff that's brutally efficient at knocking down her foes.
tally efficient at knocking down her foes.)
Cydra Corroda + (She's usually calm and polite toward every …
She's usually calm and polite toward everyone that hasn't gotten on her bad side. She frequently makes puns at inappropriate times, and is completely shameless about them. It's usually difficult to get her to open up, closing herself off socially, but she's practical and bold in other situations despite how reserved she is - bleeding in to headstrong and stubborn.
- bleeding in to headstrong and stubborn.)
Sheena Coldrain + (Sheena is a very timid and shy creature. S …
Sheena is a very timid and shy creature. She is easily flustered and prefers to hide herself behind someone or something that she is comfortable with. She is easily startled and when facing someone new she is like a dear caught in headlights. However, despite her reserved nature she is very kind and will often give the shirt off her back to someone in need. When people are under threat by a being that can hear she gets very talkative and bold, using her words to try and talk the being down and not harm. Sometimes her words are just so convincing in the sweet gentleness of her insisting the being does not want to cause harm.
ing the being does not want to cause harm.)
Ashlyn Velenosa/Reflection + (She’s laced with curiosity and mystery. In …
She’s laced with curiosity and mystery. Intrigued by the unknown and by nature. She is kind and open to those she meets, learning from others and offers insight in return. She is mysterious and always apt to hear the tales of others as she calculates a way to work her way up through society. She is drawn to lore and secrets. Quiet and perhaps a bit strange and doesn’t seem inclined to call herself better than others. She is kind by nature and ready to aid or defend those she cares about.
dy to aid or defend those she cares about.)
Zebulon Igniseri + (Shit happens. Usually to Zebulon. He's dev …
Shit happens. Usually to Zebulon. He's developed a certain sense of beleaguered resignation about this suffering. He's got the worst luck in the world. Everything he earns, he earns by dint of hard work and keeping his head down. He has a good sense of humor and a finely honed sense of the ridiculous, because he needs it. He likes parties and being entertained and he enjoys people socially but has a general sense of certain doom that follows him whenever nothing bad has happened to him in awhile that can occasionally make him a bit of a downer.
n occasionally make him a bit of a downer.)
Zebulon Whitewake + (Shit happens. Usually to Zebulon. He's dev …
Shit happens. Usually to Zebulon. He's developed a certain sense of beleaguered resignation about this suffering. He's got the worst luck in the world. Everything he earns, he earns by dint of hard work and keeping his head down. He has a good sense of humor and a finely honed sense of the ridiculous, because he needs it. He likes parties and being entertained and he enjoys people socially but has a general sense of certain doom that follows him whenever nothing bad has happened to him in awhile that can occasionally make him a bit of a downer.
n occasionally make him a bit of a downer.)
Shreve Tyde + (Shreve frequently hears the word 'cruel' t …
Shreve frequently hears the word 'cruel' to describe him, but that's not quite right. He doesn't have the sort of wanton sadism that can be found among some of the confessors and inquisitors that he oversees as Master of Questions. He simply is supremely indifferent to the sort of suffering he inflicts as a matter of course by his office and would mock (and probably dispose of) any idealist that attempts reform. It is all about power to him, no more and no less, and nothing else matters at all.
no less, and nothing else matters at all.)
Shrike none + (Shrike most commonly projects a feeling of restlessness and friendly energy.)
Gregori Volkov + (Shy but not too badly, this young lord typ …
Shy but not too badly, this young lord typically prefers spending his time within his books. He fumbles a little bit when dealing with things he isn't use to but he can recover quickly enough. Having quite the eager mind, he is more open when discussing his research and his passion for languages. And the more he opens up, the more charming he is.
more he opens up, the more charming he is.)
Oswyn Spencer + (Shy for his entire childhood and the first …
Shy for his entire childhood and the first part of adulthood, Oswyn has since become less awkward. Quiet and unassuming, he's good at at blending into the background. As an instructor he is much more confident. Humble and genuine, Oswyn has always been very earnest. He tries to treat everyone with the same compassionate attentiveness. A gentle and polite man, Oswyn does have a wry sense of humour and a talent for sarcasm. While he may be quiet, he gives the impression of someone always thinking.
the impression of someone always thinking.)
Charlaine Blanchard + (Shy, kind-hearted and introverted Charlain …
Shy, kind-hearted and introverted Charlaine is far more interested in the idealized world of fantasy, epic tales and bard songs than the drab reality of politics. She'd think that would let her stay out of trouble, but it seems like the cold world won't really just leave her be to her beloved stories however much she'd want to avoid arguments. Though, because of that same passion for literature, Lady Charlaine Blanchard can reveal a sharply incisive mind and a deep well of passion on the rare subject that truly captivates her interest and drags her back to reality.
er interest and drags her back to reality.)
Charlaine Moore + (Shy, kind-hearted and introverted Charlain …
Shy, kind-hearted and introverted Charlaine is far more interested in the idealized world of fantasy, epic tales and bard songs than the drab reality of politics. She'd think that would let her stay out of trouble, but it seems like the cold world won't really just leave her be to her beloved stories however much she'd want to avoid arguments. Though, because of that same passion for literature, Lady Charlaine Blanchard can reveal a sharply incisive mind and a deep well of passion on the rare subject that truly captivates her interest and drags her back to reality.
er interest and drags her back to reality.)
Siegward Oberlander + (Siegward takes to life with a frightening …
Siegward takes to life with a frightening carefreeness that often puts him at odds with the more rigid counterparts of his career in conflict. He enjoys to slob through things and does everything in his own time, appearing often late or disinterested in most affairs he's associated with- including conversation. This untroubled demeanor, however, hides a man dangerously coordinated at his craft. His are eyes that fire and horror have seen, like any who have seen combat can attest, yet they offer more warmth than cold and mellow friendliness than inflexible stiffness. Still, there's a grim resolution to his being and a zeal that's present when topics brush either his duty to the Compact or its people therein contained. Sieg is slow to anger and indifferent to pride, associating little of his defining self to each. That's not to say he lacks in the latter but simply humbles himself to all situations with a down-to-Arvum approach product of his upbringing.
-Arvum approach product of his upbringing.)
Sienna Malvici + (Sienna has charm and grace but there is so …
Sienna has charm and grace but there is something unsettling about her. She always has a kind word for those around her and is quick to get involved with charities. Everything about her seems like the 'perfect' noble. She does not seem to be the smartest of people, though. Sienna might be kind and giving but she is also very ruthless. She shows no mercy to those that get on her bad side. Sometimes she takes her grudge holding and retaliations too far.
r grudge holding and retaliations too far.)
Sigismund Ulbran + (Sigismund is a social man. Indeed, one mig …
Sigismund is a social man. Indeed, one might even consider him a downright pleasant and charming man, ever willing to sing, laugh, smile, joke and really just have a merry good time. Of course, that perception is somewhat changed when one is confronted with his singing, laughter and smile in the midst of battle. Even after a lifetime of violence, he embraces it with the same lust and vigour as in his youth. Yet while those who incur his wrath or the one of Ulbran have reason to decry him as a monster, a kinder and steadfast face is shown to those he cares for, be they family, friends, or those he chooses to take under his wing for reasons sometimes only known to him. Though violence and viciousness have long since made his name, a Ulbran through and through, hidden depths lurk behind blue eyes who've seen much.
hs lurk behind blue eyes who've seen much.)
Silas Mercier + (Silas is a man who rarely changes, and one …
Silas is a man who rarely changes, and one liable to keep a cool head under tense situations. He is more diplomatic than aggressive, and seems to have a good sense of when his sarcasm may cut too sharp. That is, unless he WANTS it to be sharp; then there are few around more capable of verbally tearing someone apart. He likes a good drink and the company of those who share his interests, and occasionally those who do not. He gets a rush out of any sort of competition, whether it be a simple card game or an intense sparring match. Occasionally, when a brooding mood strikes him, he will withdraw from his loved ones and seek the solitude of the woods or the empty streets of the city so he may recharge.
ty streets of the city so he may recharge.)
Jalal Whisper + (Silence. Perhaps the most shocking thing a …
Silence. Perhaps the most shocking thing about one so capable of turning heads and grabbing the attention of all within a room is the way this man simply doesn't speak. Not that he isn't capable of speech, quite the contrary. Mincing words simply doesn't seem to appeal, unless when absolutely necessary, and even then he declines to use more than the very minimum. Instead, he allows his actions to speak for him. After all, as the saying goes; actions speak louder than words. And his every one is carefully measured, weighed, then carried out to its fullest potential in often mysterious ways that could confound and perplex those who aren't privy to the inner workings of his mind.
t privy to the inner workings of his mind.)
Alessia Mazetti + (Silk over steel. As tired as the trope may …
Silk over steel. As tired as the trope may be, and Alessia admits that it is tired, it is nevertheless an appropriate descriptor. Rather than immediately meet opposition with brute force, she prefers to win both friends and enemies over with her charisma, subtle wit, and cultured Lycene refinement. That said, there comes a time when none of those things are the right tool to reach for...
things are the right tool to reach for...)
Silvana Fidante + (Silvana is a kind person, until it puts he …
Silvana is a kind person, until it puts her at risk. To her, no one is more important than herself. She believes all should look out for number 1: theirself. This doesn’t mean she is cold hearted or cruel. It just means she backs away from things she believes she will suffer worse consequences for helping someone than if she didn’t. She can actually be very sweet and affectionate with people. Those that interest her she is very flirty with and isn’t shy about indicating what she wants from them. Being tactful or subtle is more or less based on her whim and whether she believes the situation calls for it. Those who use rumors and listen to rumors as a way to ‘know’ people earn Silvana despise. She is not afraid to express her disdain for those who give truth to rumors without confirming the facts. This can make her seem pretty harsh and brash.
can make her seem pretty harsh and brash.)
Silvio Velenosa + (Silvio is so warm, so smooth, so elegant, …
Silvio is so warm, so smooth, so elegant, and his charm is so complete that even though it's impossible not to suspect someone so very Lycene of scheming something, it's almost impossible not to like him anyway. He is a natural social tactician as well as a student of social strategy. Elusive, bright, and beautiful, he has it all in one package, and he is very well aware. Subtle, witty, luringly flirtatious to all comers of whatever gender whether he is serious or not, he's very difficult to pin down, slipping away from commitments with as much flair as he slips into his tailoring (the very best, always).
nto his tailoring (the very best, always).)
Silvio Rubino-Zaffria + (Silvio is so warm, so smooth, so elegant, …
Silvio is so warm, so smooth, so elegant, and his charm is so complete that even though it's impossible not to suspect someone so very Lycene of scheming something, it's almost impossible not to like him anyway. He is a natural social tactician as well as a student of social strategy. Elusive, bright, and beautiful, he has it all in one package, and he is very well aware. Subtle, witty, luringly flirtatious to all comers of whatever gender whether he is serious or not, he's very difficult to pin down, slipping away from commitments with as much flair as he slips into his tailoring (the very best, always).
nto his tailoring (the very best, always).)
Simon Hillock + (Simon is a self-made man - which means, un …
Simon is a self-made man - which means, unfortunately, he's not yet made all that much of himself. He's the sort of guy that drinks on the silver of 'friends' he only sees in pubs, regaling them with stories of his childhood, his travels, his adventures with his mercenary company, and any number of exaggerated and unbelievable circumstances his mouth has gotten him into (or out of). How true any of these stories are is not only up for debate, but entirely beside the point, if one asks Simon. He's personable and friendly, and compassionate enough to prefer nonviolent solutions whenever possible - whether it's by persuasion, compromise, manipulation or blackmail. Whatever keeps the party from ending in bloodshed and jail hangovers, it's got Simon's vote.
and jail hangovers, it's got Simon's vote.)
Meabh Clearlake + (Since a young age there has always been a …
Since a young age there has always been a bit of ferality to Meabh, as well as a touch of wanderlust and curiosity of the world. Rough and tumble, quick to anger, but endearingly compassionate to those she cares for. Fiercely loyal, and passionate about her beliefs, and her family. And oft stubborn to boot. When needed she can be surprisingly charming, and carry a commanding presence about herself.
carry a commanding presence about herself.)
Darren Redrain + (Since the loss of his father, Darren has t …
Since the loss of his father, Darren has tried to walk a line between two worlds. Among his people, the young high lord will drink, and fight, and hunt as well as any might expect from a lord of the North. Walking through the streets of Arx, he can conduct himself with the charm and subtlety of southern nobility, observing the courtly niceties as well as a Grayson prince. He may do it ably, but without any particular enthusiasm, being polite but withdrawn in his affairs, without the easy familiarity that some may expect from unrestrained Northerners. The young prince will often listen calmly and reasonably to two sides of a debate, making judgments without rancor, and often keeps his own counsel. Although his siblings may sometimes be called brash or wild, none have ever said that of Darren.
wild, none have ever said that of Darren.)
Sinclair Melaeris + (Sinclair is very confidant in public outin …
Sinclair is very confidant in public outings always talking and ensuring the right palms are greased and the right game is played. Seemingly unflappable he strolls into every situation with the air of someone far above his rank but this is a very conscience decision on his part. When alone he grows very introspective and tries to work and get his brain to stop thinking about the dark things he thinks of when alone.
t the dark things he thinks of when alone.)
Ralston Honor + (Sir Ralston walks the razor's edge between …
Sir Ralston walks the razor's edge between respectability and disrepute with a laugh and a smile. He knows full well that as just another illegitimate child of a minor noble that he'll never hold the esteem of his betters, but it never seems to trouble him unduly. He's driven and ambitious but shows no bitterness at his station in life, instead laughing off most of the hardships and approaching problems with a disarming affability that's served him well in the Iron Guard.
that's served him well in the Iron Guard.)
Stanley Cooper + (Sir Stanley is one of those more-or-less u …
Sir Stanley is one of those more-or-less unhurried people who mostly watches the world go by and gossips while he's at it - although he has learned to keep the topics of gossip to where they're appropriate. What happened in the marketplace is fair game, but the man who visits the Knight-Sergeant when he's off shift, that's for King's Own ears only. His nature, sharing the things he knows, makes him something of a teacher - and, perhaps a legacy of his youth, he's very good at working out what's a genuine emergency and what isn't, and sees no reason to stir himself for someone else's lack of planning.
mself for someone else's lack of planning.)
Taranis Grayhope + (Sir Taranis is one of those irritating peo …
Sir Taranis is one of those irritating people who greets every piece of news with a smile - on the surface, at least. There's been an attack of shavs? Smile. His horse ran away? Smile. The Palace is on fire? Smile. Taranis finds humour in even the most dire situations, without a care for how others might feel about it. As such, he's usually a boost to morale in the direst circumstances, even if that is because after the fight to see who gets to throttle him, whatever's coming can't be that bad. While he might seem like the most irreverent man out there on the surface, Taranis is actually a deep thinker. It's just that he has a keen eye for the little absurdities of life - and for all sorts of other things, too. Being a devoted follower of Death just means he has a different perspective to most.
ns he has a different perspective to most.)
Thorley Sandreef + (Sir Thorley Sandreef is a man of few words …
Sir Thorley Sandreef is a man of few words, though when he does speak it tends to be cutting and sharp. He prefers the company of the drink, and the occasional brawl, than he does the company of others. Though he serves Westrock loyally, he's not a typical Valardin Knight. His former sailor days show through here and there in his mannerism and his speech; unpolished and bordering on crude.
speech; unpolished and bordering on crude.)
Thorley Farwatch + (Sir Thorley Sandreef is a man of few words …
Sir Thorley Sandreef is a man of few words, though when he does speak it tends to be cutting and sharp. He prefers the company of the drink, and the occasional brawl, than he does the company of others. Though he serves Westrock loyally, he's not a typical Valardin Knight. His former sailor days show through here and there in his mannerism and his speech; unpolished and bordering on crude.
speech; unpolished and bordering on crude.)
Wymark Swift + (Sir Wymark Swift is a man of patience. He …
Sir Wymark Swift is a man of patience. He doesn't believing in rushing after anything when it comes to finding his chosen query. He'll spend a year following a cold trail and come back with the perpetrator at the end. But that doesn't mean he's incapable of swift action either. If he sees an injustice he'll take it on immediately; just expect that he'll dance around looking for just the right opening. He can treat his social life in a similar manner, spending a long time getting to know someone. But once he's decided you're a friend, you're a friend for life. Just don't cross his strong sense of justice. Wymark has a very honed sense of what's right and wrong and has trouble seeing the shadows of gray that are often needed.
the shadows of gray that are often needed.)
Hiram Kelly + (Slick, sickly and well-read, Hiram Kelly k …
Slick, sickly and well-read, Hiram Kelly knows his way around a good book as well as he knows his way around a bad situation. He's clever when he wants to be and he's stubborn when he needs to be with a sense of humour that waxes or wanes as darkly as the company he's currently keeping. There is an undeniable irreverence to the man when he's deep into his drink or embracing his other addictions, one so deeply-seated it often runs counter to the perfect manners he was raised with and that he sometimes employs to smooth over a situation that looks to be getting out of hand. Despite his many faults, Kelly keeps a strong sense of friendship and a keen - if sometimes misunderstood - moral code even while his wasting illness leads him down an evermore reckless and headstrong path.
an evermore reckless and headstrong path.)
Sloane Starling + (Sloane Starling is an odd, tumultuous youn …
Sloane Starling is an odd, tumultuous young woman. She sees the world in multifaceted hues as though through shards of mirrors infinitely reflecting it but never the same. She cries. She laughs. She loves. She hates. Her emotions rise and fall like the tides, sensitive to anything and everything around her. An empathetic nature contrasts with shameless self-absorption. Nothing in the world is as interesting as what she perceives.
d is as interesting as what she perceives.)
Everett Malere + (Smiles once came easily to Everett's visag …
Smiles once came easily to Everett's visage, but no longer. That isn't to say he is incapable of expressing happiness when the occasion warrants it, only that such feelings are a rare, precious commodity at all, especially in the wake of his life's greatest tragedy. When a smile does happen upon his weathered face, one might find it an infectious experience. When Everett speaks, it is with gentility and calm inflection, never rising to the occasion to show anger unless purposefully pushed to it. His presence is a salve to noisome situations; he radiates pleasant repose in a world of chaos. Conversation, though infrequent, is easy and comfortable. Sometimes all he needs is to be drawn out with the right topic, then he'll exchange stories and witticisms with all the familiarity of a good, close friend. Everett has always been a hard worker, throwing himself deep into his daily tasks with little room spared for distraction. Now, he works himself to the brink of danger: forgetting to eat, struggling to sleep, failing to socialize with those around him who care for his well being. All that he does is done for the sake of his only son. That is what matters to him most.
nly son. That is what matters to him most.)
Snow Foxpaw + (Snow is a quiet almost intense person who' …
Snow is a quiet almost intense person who's presense is reserved and almost too serious upon initial reactions. He doesn't look at a person based on outward appearance but always wants to see the why of things, whether it's why they are hurting, why they are angry, and what spirituality has effected their life. he is aggressive and fiercely protective about who he considers family. He enjoys his healing work, and his work with perfumes and oils because it's personal it's helpful, but it also lets him see more of a person, whether it's through pain and the relieving of it, or creating something to help someone draw the attention of another. He is wanting to see that in his life how things work, how people work, and how the spirits help others, not just himself in daily life.a
p others, not just himself in daily life.a)
Atria Ulixes + (Social Justice Warrior and Cardian are not …
Social Justice Warrior and Cardian are not two concepts that the average Arvani would put together. This comes by, no pun intended, a scale of degrees. For a Cardian, Atria is a Social Justice Warrior. Oh, she's not out there arguing daily that the slavery is a horrible practice that must be ended; she's arguing that maybe Cardia has enough sources of slaves that Arvum doesn't have to become another one. She's not protesting that the Talons should get to have their wars and skirmishes where needed, or that the standing army needs to be slashed; no, she's arguing it's a bigger show of Cardian dominance to just fly where they want, whether they control the area or not. But most of all, Atria argues for promises kept. Nothing has ever made her so angry as a promise broken, from childhood til now.
a promise broken, from childhood til now.)
Ezra Riven + (Social but nowhere near a butterfly, Ezra …
Social but nowhere near a butterfly, Ezra prefers to maintain support position. While he finds himself lacking in formal structured settings, he thrives in small groups and in the peace of nature. Maybe it's because of his restless, wandering feet. Or maybe it's simply because there's a certain degree of irresponsibility that's inherent in him, an aversion to taking on any real role requiring strong leadership. It's not to say he can't make decisions so much that he wants a general direction. Whatever is just over that hill may have the answer
is just over that hill may have the answer)
Kutazer Sanna + (Social graces are not this man's forte, fi …
Social graces are not this man's forte, fighting is. He can often be called a touch brash but it is within reason. He exudes confidence in his commanding voice and has been known to be resolute and perhaps boardlinning on stubborn upon certain topics. He has also has a strong sense that justice can not prevail without violence.
justice can not prevail without violence.)
Alessan Fidante + (Soft-spoken and always smiling, Alessan pr …
Soft-spoken and always smiling, Alessan prefers to stay out of the center of attention as much as he can. Even when performing, he can look as if his mind has wandered off to another place, letting the music take him where it wishes to take him. And it's a good thing too, he'd much rather his music be the focus of another's attention than himself.
focus of another's attention than himself.)
Solange Whisper + (Solange is a bright young woman, both in m …
Solange is a bright young woman, both in mental fortitude and wit, and in the way her presence can light up a room. She has an easy smile that is paired with a gentle kindness for others. She is quick to tease but also quick to comfort. She has been raised to serve, but she never falls into the cliche of quiet servitude. She has many opinions that she offers with diplomacy. She has no shame in being flirtatious and quiet willing to make anyone a friend.
and quiet willing to make anyone a friend.)
Deimos + (Some are born to follow, others to lead. D …
Some are born to follow, others to lead. Deimos, with the bold stance, steely gaze and wry smirk of an imperious man, embodies the disposition of one for whom authority comes naturally. Ambition colors this dominance, cultivating within him the desire for something greater. Despite the sense of command that radiates from him, Deimos is not without mirth. Like most men of the sea, an evening of carousing and drinking can hearken back to the wilder days of his youth. But never at the cost of his wits. Rapier-sharp cunning has kept him on the right side of the sea's dangerous embrace, and it continues to be his most precious tool.
it continues to be his most precious tool.)
Agatha Redrain + (Some call Redrains Bears, and if they are …
Some call Redrains Bears, and if they are bears, Agatha is the roar of their voice. Blunt, brash and powerfully alive, it's almost impossible to miss when Agatha enters any given room because she's just such a loud and vehement woman. It's not that she rejects the panoply of civilization -- indeed, she can enjoy a good show as much as the next fellow -- but she tends to become part of performances; an entire audience's worth of applause in one hearty woman, whole dialogues with exclamation points for every sentence, a laugh that could shake a mountain to its root. To get in Agatha's way is to simply be trampled, and the fact of the matter is, it's not entirely sure that she'd notice she'd done it. Sometimes the shortest distance between two points is a war, but honestly Agatha might even prefer it that way.
stly Agatha might even prefer it that way.)
Taliene Deepwood + (Some call Taliene lucky. Others, perceptiv …
Some call Taliene lucky. Others, perceptive. Whatever the mechanism, Taliene has a gift for being in the right place at the right time or choosing by seeming happenstance a favorable outcome. She is deeply insightful and able to make connections others might not, or see the underlying patterns where others do not. She can seldom articulate what she understands, but has learned to trust this inner knowing implicitly. With such keen insight, sometimes she sees more than she cares to and she often has trouble meeting anyone's eyes directly or for very long.
g anyone's eyes directly or for very long.)
Pharamond Ashford + (Some have accused Pharamond of being lazy. …
Some have accused Pharamond of being lazy. That's not even remotely true. He's downright energetic and driven, it just happens to all be devoted to having a good time and trying to not be saddled with anything that could prevent that. He's quick to laugh, even at himself, and his infectious sense of humor is far removed from the prickly knights that might take offense at any slights upon their honor. Despite his single minded devotion to enjoying himself, he is reluctantly (but grimly) aware of the scope of his responsibilities, which owes to why even now he remains the Sword of Ashford Keep. He might try his best to keep it from coming to a fight, but once it starts, family and friends know he can be relied upon to the end. He just can't be relied upon to be sober, of course.
n't be relied upon to be sober, of course.)
Rowley Keaton + (Some might describe Rowley as curious in n …
Some might describe Rowley as curious in nature, or possibly even cantankerous, when actually he is just typically focused on his work. Even when in a pub or social affair, the young man is often seen drifting, his mind on some project or other in his workshop. While this may be indicative of rudeness, if one were to begin asking him about his work they would see a man transformed. Excitement overtakes him as he discusses his many passions and gone are those awkward moments where he may be prone to reserved silence.
where he may be prone to reserved silence.)
Killian Ashford + (Some might despair at times of ever gettin …
Some might despair at times of ever getting Killian to take anything seriously, a mischevious and quick-witted nature his usual. Flirtatious and outgoing, he seems to have a knack for asking too many questions and being too interested in basically everything, especially if it sounds like an adventure.
especially if it sounds like an adventure.)
Mihaly Riven + (Some might look at Mihaly and think he is …
Some might look at Mihaly and think he is a stern and focused man, with a particular devotion to what his career has led him to be. That would only be partially correct. Duty, obligation, and justice, tenants of knighthood are just important as mercy and compassion, a lesson he has tried a great deal to cultivate among his squires and knights. Mihaly cares, intensely. In his older age, he views himself to those under his command as family. He tries to be a teacher and mentor, a fatherly figure to those who need it, as he has no immediate family of his own.
as he has no immediate family of his own.)
Kiano Sanna + (Some thing him to be all business or even …
Some thing him to be all business or even downright scary with his focus on protecting those he cares for, if they have only seen him at official meetings and the like or in dangerous situations, but those who get to know him, will find a sense of humor, and quite a kind heart under his hardened exterier.
a kind heart under his hardened exterier.)
Chanse Grayhope + (Some violent people have a rage that makes …
Some violent people have a rage that makes others quail in fear. Chanse doesn't need such displays. Sure, he gets mad, but he skips the bluster and goes right to violence. He brooks no slights against his interests, and responds swiftly and decidedly, ending problems before they get out of hand. His sense of morality is grey at best, and he usually values everything above human life. He?s a scoundrel, a wicked man, but he?s far from evil. He?s simply ruthless, violent, and does not distinguish one man or woman from another. He holds no true biases, but sees everyone equally - equally a mark, an enemy, and someone he may have to kill one day. He chooses to enjoy his life, rather than be a victim, and he's very, very good at it.
a victim, and he's very, very good at it.)
Simone Greenmarch + (Some women play the coquette to get what t …
Some women play the coquette to get what they want, others the demure, shy maid. Simone scoffs at childish games such as these. She understands people in an instinctive, inherent way, and knows what to say, how to act, to reach her ends. At her core, she is a determined, strong, proud woman who desperately wants to emulate her father, out of love and devotion, rather than a place of angst. To others, she is what she needs to be, to make every interaction into the best possible situation. She shamelessly uses people, to her ends, though is not actively wicked or cruel. She simply will win, succeed, and triumph at whatever endeavor she takes. One can't win by being actively awful to other people, and she understands all of the potential social tools in her arsenal.
the potential social tools in her arsenal.)
Sable Greenmarch + (Something about Sable will never seem civi …
Something about Sable will never seem civilized, at least by Arxian standards. She's quick to smile, quick to laugh, and wild enough that it ought to surprise no one she has only recently bent the knee. An explorer at heart, she's game to try just about anything once. Curiosity is what has brought her to Arx, or more specifically, the Lodge of Petrichor. The Pantheon is new to Sable, and Petrichor interests her very much. Wild as she may seem, Sable is very meticulous about certain things, and that attention to detail is part of what makes her an excellent archer. The rest is patience, determination, grit, and a deep connection to the rhythms and hierarchies of nature.
to the rhythms and hierarchies of nature.)
Reynir Ulbran + (Sometimes good things happen to bad people …
Sometimes good things happen to bad people, and sometimes bad things happen to good people. You can't change your luck, but you can change what you do with it. It's a motto that has pretty much defined Reynir Ulbran's life. At times painfully naive, and usually rather sweet and cheerful he does his best not to let his circumstances get him down. As long as he can create, and get his hands on the materials to create he's happy. Mostly - just don't mess up his work.
py. Mostly - just don't mess up his work.)
Kador Bigges + (Somewhat quiet, cold and calculated. Tries to keep his cool in situations. Seems to be interested in aquiring wealth and material things.)
Canaan Savantis + (Somewhat reserved or quiet to those who ar …
Somewhat reserved or quiet to those who are not counted among his friends but not uncaring as one may easily mistake. There are some topics or issues which can bring a much more vocal and assertive side of him to the surface. The bustle of crowds is not something he seems to be fond of. His trust can be hard to gain but just as hard to lose. He may seem cynical but seems to want to believe people are acting with good intentions but has often been disappointed.
ntentions but has often been disappointed.)
Calliope Grimhall + (Somewhat shy until comfortable, and yet, with a core of steel, she's not a doormat.)
Sorena Seryn + (Sorena is unmistakably self-confident. She …
Sorena is unmistakably self-confident. She believes in herself and her abilities before anyone else's and she knows beyond a shadow of a doubt she is something special and unique. As a result, she expects others to treat her well at all times. She is shrewd to a fault and competitive - she enjoys a good challenge and getting to the top, but not more than she enjoys staying there. She is keenly self aware of herself and highly poised, able to accept compliments, praise, and admiration gracefully and with self-possession.
ation gracefully and with self-possession.)
Sorina Bianchi + (Sorina can best be described as constant - …
Sorina can best be described as constant -- as steady as a rock, as serene as the surface of a still lake. Even more so while acting on behalf of her House or in pursuit of her duties, which so often require a quiet and keen observer. It is only when outside of the bounds of a professional setting that her reserved air may dissolve, revealing instead an unexpected flirtatiousness in its place. Who knew she was so pleasantly enchanting?
Who knew she was so pleasantly enchanting?)
Sorrel Wyrmguard + (Sorrel is a charismatic woman with a large …
Sorrel is a charismatic woman with a large presence. Though she's athletically slender there's so much force of personality to her that she seems to fill up more space than she actually does. Gregarious, charming, and just a step away from being cavalier. Lady Sorrel is a woman full of laughter, smiles, and joy. But her temper burns just as bright as the rest of her. She's passionate and hot blooded. She's a fierce and almost foolishly brave woman who loves to perform; sing and act.
woman who loves to perform; sing and act.)
Sorrel Thrax + (Sorrel is a charismatic woman with a large …
Sorrel is a charismatic woman with a large presence. Though she's athletically slender there's so much force of personality to her that she seems to fill up more space than she actually does. Gregarious, charming, and just a step away from being cavalier. Lady Sorrel is a woman full of laughter, smiles, and joy. But her temper burns just as bright as the rest of her. She's passionate and hot blooded. She's a fierce and almost foolishly brave woman who loves to perform; sing and act.
woman who loves to perform; sing and act.)
Gemma Glass + (Sparkling with street-smarts and radiating …
Sparkling with street-smarts and radiating moxie, she tackles each day like it's her last because she believes she has nothing to lose. Her loyalty is hard-won but dazzlingly fierce once earned, and she goes out of her way to protect the less fortunate in the way she wishes someone had looked out for her. Living such an independent youth has left her with a diamond-sharp edge that she wields defensively when she feels threatened or unduly pressured. Underneath the layers of brassy bravado is a woman who genuinely wants to do the right thing, but can't quite shake her envy of those with more luxurious lives. Ultimately, her approach to life is a simple one: Do good recklessly.
life is a simple one: Do good recklessly.)
Sparte Fatchforth + (Sparte Fatchforth still carries the spark …
Sparte Fatchforth still carries the spark of youth. There is a boyish streak in his mannerisms, an earnest purity to his charm, a youthful energy to his excitement. Traits that would not be expected of a man entering his twenties. Twice the years have seen him through the fires of war and he has neither broken nor hardened to a cold edge. Unsatisfied, he continues to take on challenges and beset himself with hardships. It raises the question of why. While he remains rough around the edges, unfinished, some personality traits have risen to the surface over Sparte's years in Arx. He is deeply curious, socially awkward, full of hope, and has a strong sense of integrity. He has confidence in his ideals, and is trying to find that same confidence in himself.
g to find that same confidence in himself.)
Sparte Grayfellow + (Sparte Fatchforth still carries the spark …
Sparte Fatchforth still carries the spark of youth. There is a boyish streak in his mannerisms, an earnest purity to his charm, a youthful energy to his excitement. Traits that would not be expected of a man entering his twenties. Twice the years have seen him through the fires of war and he has neither broken nor hardened to a cold edge. Unsatisfied, he continues to take on challenges and beset himself with hardships. It raises the question of why. While he remains rough around the edges, unfinished, some personality traits have risen to the surface over Sparte's years in Arx. He is deeply curious, socially awkward, full of hope, and has a strong sense of integrity. He has confidence in his ideals, and is trying to find that same confidence in himself.
g to find that same confidence in himself.)
Jamie Greenmarch + (Stalwart. If there were only one word tha …
Stalwart. If there were only one word that could be chosen to describe Jamie Greenmarch. Reliable, honorable, and unquestionably loyal. Beneath that seemingly unbendable demeanor is a restless spirit who prefers the freedom of the road over the walls of nobility. Even as a child, it was obvious that his energetic and impulsive nature was going to be a problem if it wasn't harnessed and guided appropriately. Now, through experience and training, much of that impulsiveness has been tempered by discipline. On the field of battle, the eldest Greenmarch son is an anchor in the midst of chaos, the eye of the proverbial storm. Calm and steady, though woe to those who threaten the ones he loves. Simmering just below his surface is potential energy that burns as hot as a volcano's depths, ready to erupt and show the world what he is capable of if pushed too far, though that threshold is incredibly high.
though that threshold is incredibly high.)
Starling Ione + (Starling is a charmer -- when she wants to …
Starling is a charmer -- when she wants to be. Fortune-telling is a bit like being a great barkeep -- people aren't always there just for the ale but for a good ear to listen to their wishes and their dreams. Sometimes she even cares about them -- other times, she does a good job of pretending to. That's not to say she's all sweetness and sunshine. She's more likely to banter and will exchange barbs when the time calls for it. She's not naive and she will fight for what's hers if need be.
she will fight for what's hers if need be.)
Loramus Culler + (Staying beneath notice is a survival skill …
Staying beneath notice is a survival skill for beggars in the Lowers, and Loramus is a survivor. When he wants to, he can turn himself into a piece of the scenery, a man so unremarkable that he escapes from even the sharpest memory the moment he's no longer in sight. It's an armor that he wears effortlessly around those he doesn't know or trust, but those few people who he lets get close to him will learn that his dull Lowers coat is lined with cloth of gold. To his friends, Loramus is a warm, intelligent, and talkative man, genuinely interested in even the most mundane details of their lives and gifted with the ability to remember all of it. When he wants to turn on the charm, there is charm to spare, and it's no wonder that a few hours away in his company is enough for a person to remember this normally forgettable man for a lifetime.
s normally forgettable man for a lifetime.)
Anders Nightcove + (Stern, commanding. Anders is not known for …
Stern, commanding. Anders is not known for his warmth or laughter. He has a strict dedication to his family and to the traditions that he believes have made the Mourning Isles great all of these years. He's willing to live and die by his ideals. The man has little interest in debate and would rather make his stances known through actions than pointless circular arguments.
actions than pointless circular arguments.)
Vicente Fidante + (Stern, serious, and dutiful. Vicente is ra …
Stern, serious, and dutiful. Vicente is rarely caught laughing, while not an impossible he would not seem to be a jovial man. He isn't without his own kind of charm, it just is more witty and reserved than boisterous. He takes his duty as a knight very seriously, looking to maintain his own honor and the honor of his House.This doesn't make him uncaring. He seems to love his family and would do anything for them.
his family and would do anything for them.)
Cynara + (Still waters run deep and in the depths of …
Still waters run deep and in the depths of Cynara's eyes is an ocean, ageless and vast. One would be foolish to mistake stillness for a lack of motion, though. Time has turned her inate cunning and ruthlessness into the sharpest of knives. She can cut with them and be gone before one even realizes that they've been wounded. With a patience vast enough to match her wit and experience, Cynara doesn't think in weeks or months but in decades and centuries, changing the world around her inch by painstaking inch and willing to do whatever it takes to see her planning come to fruition.
akes to see her planning come to fruition.)

Calathane Drumenach + (Stoic and calm, but in the eyes rest the gleam of the hunter.)

Viveka Llyr + (Stoic, Compassionate, Matronly. Are all wo …
Stoic, Compassionate, Matronly. Are all words one could use to describe Viveka, she rarely smiles widely, but her quiet warm smiles are gems to be earned. Protective, fierce at heart, she has a mind of her own, and is often willing to share that with you, whether she thinks you want it or not. She can be exceptionally compassionate, but never take that kindness for a weakness. Though a lot of it is dampened by the grief that clings to her.
dampened by the grief that clings to her.)
Sabine Tessere + (Stoicism is not a popular philosophy in th …
Stoicism is not a popular philosophy in the Lyceum. Someone really ought to have informed Sabine of this before she went and grew up to be a serenely composed young woman but at least her family and people speak proudly of the Countess' strict control over her emotions. Rumours of the glimmer of deeper feelings being observed behind the drawn veil of downcast lashes or a glance turned aside are generally held by House Tessere as slander by jealous parties. They counter with first-hand accounts of her devotion to absolute reason and her rational approach to decision making-- an approach which stands sharply in comparison to the previous Countess' more tempestuous nature.
revious Countess' more tempestuous nature.)
Liesel Crownsworn + (Straightforward yet somewhat distant, Lies …
Straightforward yet somewhat distant, Liesel is an example of abrupt practicality, one that often toes the line of utterly jaw-dropping breaches of conduct. Though forthright in her thinking, she is not particularly headstrong, capable of changing plans and opinions easily if it comes to make sense, but only if it does come to make sense.
e, but only if it does come to make sense.)
Liesel Lucroy + (Straightforward yet somewhat distant, Lies …
Straightforward yet somewhat distant, Liesel is an example of abrupt practicality, one that often toes the line of utterly jaw-dropping breaches of conduct. Though forthright in her thinking, she is not particularly headstrong, capable of changing plans and opinions easily if it comes to make sense, but only if it does come to make sense.
e, but only if it does come to make sense.)
Leona Thrax + (Strength is the word most often associated …
Strength is the word most often associated with Dame Leona Thrax. A warrior of few peers, her physical strength is undoubted, but even more than that, her strength of character makes her one of the more formidible women in the whole of the Compact. Never one to allow abuse in any form, she adheres to social constructs, but the spirit of them even more than the letter. A champion of the less fortunate and the downtrodden, she's as quick with kindness and compassion as she is to fight for the King of the Compact. For a lost child or washerwoman, her quick defense and tender mercy is no less than for royal or noble. But when a kind word is insufficient, she is sharp of tongue and swift of sword and will not stand for cruelty or oppression. She can navigate the courtly waters with ease if she must, and knows how to keep her temper in check, but often she finds her way back to the training grounds to clear her mind after a long day of balls and political maneuverings.
g day of balls and political maneuverings.)
Shae Keaton + (Strength through adversity, Shae was once …
Strength through adversity, Shae was once known for her indomitable cheerfulness and an ability to be professional as needed. Paired with an insightful, quirky sense of humor, Shae was a popular child who grew into a well liked young woman. She became a Tracker well before her majority, possessing a keen eye and facility training the hunting hounds used in the work, Shae committed to their ranks and quickly became one to watch. This might have gone to her head, but her innate sense of right and wrong kept her from abusing any nascent power she might have wielded. These days, Shae is more reserved. Whether it's from her extended absence or the events that occurred before it, she is not as quick to laugh and smile as she once was. She is still quirky, her constant cheerfulness maturing into a calm neutrality, she takes much of the world far more literally than she used to. It's not to say she's a different person, but she has changed a great deal in the last few years. While her outward brightness has mellowed, her kindness and compassion have only grown, her loyalty intense and hard to come by but twice as hard to shake.
ard to come by but twice as hard to shake.)
Shae Laurent + (Strength through adversity, Shae was once …
Strength through adversity, Shae was once known for her indomitable cheerfulness and an ability to be professional as needed. Paired with an insightful, quirky sense of humor, Shae was a popular child who grew into a well liked young woman. She became a Tracker well before her majority, possessing a keen eye and facility training the hunting hounds used in the work, Shae committed to their ranks and quickly became one to watch. This might have gone to her head, but her innate sense of right and wrong kept her from abusing any nascent power she might have wielded. These days, Shae is more reserved. Whether it's from her extended absence or the events that occurred before it, she is not as quick to laugh and smile as she once was. She is still quirky, her constant cheerfulness maturing into a calm neutrality, she takes much of the world far more literally than she used to. It's not to say she's a different person, but she has changed a great deal in the last few years. While her outward brightness has mellowed, her kindness and compassion have only grown, her loyalty intense and hard to come by but twice as hard to shake.
ard to come by but twice as hard to shake.)
Shae Fortier + (Strength through adversity, Shae was once …
Strength through adversity, Shae was once known for her indomitable cheerfulness and an ability to be professional as needed. Paired with an insightful, quirky sense of humor, Shae was a popular child who grew into a well liked young woman. She became a Tracker well before her majority, possessing a keen eye and facility training the hunting hounds used in the work, Shae committed to their ranks and quickly became one to watch. This might have gone to her head, but her innate sense of right and wrong kept her from abusing any nascent power she might have wielded. These days, Shae is more reserved. Whether it's from her extended absence or the events that occurred before it, she is not as quick to laugh and smile as she once was. She is still quirky, her constant cheerfulness maturing into a calm neutrality, she takes much of the world far more literally than she used to. It's not to say she's a different person, but she has changed a great deal in the last few years. While her outward brightness has mellowed, her kindness and compassion have only grown, her loyalty intense and hard to come by but twice as hard to shake.
ard to come by but twice as hard to shake.)
Savio Pontelaeus + (Struggle and bad luck have made Savio a ma …
Struggle and bad luck have made Savio a man who leans into apathy and carousing more than effort and ambition. He prefers not to make an effort or work hard if it can be avoided, and is always looking for the next distraction or good time to be had. Although he can be charming and good-humored, he is slow to truly trust others and keenly feels that he is different from other people. He is impulsive and short-tempered, and unlikely to exercise self control in any area of life.
exercise self control in any area of life.)
Ras Unknown + (Stubborn and shameless, Ras is not cut out …
Stubborn and shameless, Ras is not cut out for success in life as a commoner. He can be overdramatic and prone to catastrophizing when he's upset. While he has a deep hatred for authority, he also has a strong survival instinct that has brought him this far. And while he can be very self-centered, he is capable of great compassion and empathy for others as well. He tends to act tough whenever he can, and cover his fear with anti-humor and bravado.
over his fear with anti-humor and bravado.)
Romulius Thrax + (Stubborn and with a pride that has (thankf …
Stubborn and with a pride that has (thankfully) found some waning since the days of his youth, Romulius is far from the image of levity that his younger brother strikes in the eyes of the Peerage. Honorable to a fault and with a passion that occasionally manages to spill out of a carefully curated sense of politesse and decorum, he possesses a dedication to family and duty that tends to overshadow good sense. Cursed by Blackshore's mercurial blood, he is as quick to flash a grin as descend into a violent temper, vivid blue eyes taking on the appearance of Mangata's furor when driven to particular agitation. Quicksilver is, after all, a fickle thing, as prone to expressions of pleasure and contentment as it is rage and contempt.
nd contentment as it is rage and contempt.)
Dora Malvici + (Stubborn to the point of her parents shipp …
Stubborn to the point of her parents shipping her off to a tiny island for some sanity. From the get go she was given everything she wanted, and left to cause havoc and trouble. So it isn't a surprise she is often spoiled, sometimes stuck up, and almost always coy. The last reserved for when she wants something usually. Yet despite all this she isn't afraid of getting dirty. Literally. An exploring nature and inquisitive mind have led her into no few scrapes, and only made her the more bold. Or maybe it's the fact she simply thinks herself invincible that makes her feel that way.
f invincible that makes her feel that way.)
Patrizio Pravus + (Style. Moxie. Beauty. Valor. Determination …
Style. Moxie. Beauty. Valor. Determination. Gallantry. Those are all the things Patrizio sells with his looks alone. The man just looks born to be a knight, to woo those around him, his behavior full of pomp, never short on manners and words. He would make himself beloved in the Oathlands, the Lyceum or even the Crownlands, but it is in Setarco he was born and it is Setarco he loves and embodies, always trying to carry his land with him in attitude and sass. Do you need a villain slain? He is your man. Do you need an army led? He will lead the charge. Do you need a man to lead a deadly secret mission? Eeeh. That takes some convincing. Does Patrizio have flaws? No. Commoners have flaws. Patrizio has quirks. Quite a few. Dirty people can stay six feet away. He can also be a little too mindful if another's armor is tinted in a more rich, or tasteful, way than his'. He will not show his face in the morning before spending at least a hour on his looks. All these little details pile up, but are greatly diminished or suppressed in the presence of other Pravus, to whom he only gives his best behavior.
, to whom he only gives his best behavior.)
Styx Whisper + (Styx tries to maintain calm and logical in …
Styx tries to maintain calm and logical in conversations when in public. In more private conversations, she's shy and secretly wants to make friends with others, though she would never admit it. She tends to refer to people by their full name and title and ask if she doesn't know unless the timing is improper.
oesn't know unless the timing is improper.)
Zara Valardin + (Subtle and elegant with a serenity beyond …
Subtle and elegant with a serenity beyond her years behind her grave eyes, Zara is not without the shadow of humor, but she keeps it behind closed lips and slanted looks. She is as cunning as the slipperiest of her Lycene forbears, with an ability to marshal stillness, and an ability to listen and redirect conversation so as to learn far more about her conversation partner than she reveals about herself. Her cool competence is cut by a deep weight of personal compassion. Deliberately low key and understated much of the time, Zara is not without a capacity for high drama or boiling rage, but she keeps it buried deep, deep beneath the surface, beneath layers of self-control and political acumen. It's very difficult not to come away from speaking with Zara without the nagging impression that she's smarter than most people that you've met. Hard to say how much is an act; the inner Zara is more elusive.
is an act; the inner Zara is more elusive.)
Sullivan Dramond + (Sullivan may not be the most handsome man …
Sullivan may not be the most handsome man alive, but he's certainly quite silver-tongued. He needs to be, given the fact that he sometimes interacts with the most dangerous and savage men and women of Arvum and beyond. A scholar by nature, and a lover of knowledge and intellect, he's not one for fighting or violence, instead hoping to all hopes that he can talk his way out of the dangerous situations he often finds himself in. Though he's certainly not one to brag, the fact that he started exploring the world at 12 has lived over almost two decades in that practice might speak for itself. Beyond that, he might not be the average follower of Vellichor: he loves jokes, especially puns, enjoying a drink or three with new friends, and regularly spends as much time talking to people as he does reading books.
alking to people as he does reading books.)
Sunaia Ashford + (Sunaia was stricken with a double dose of …
Sunaia was stricken with a double dose of the wanderlust that so often afflicts Ashfords. It manifested at an early age and made her a holy terror when combined with an also innate stubbornness, voracious curiousity, and desire to go her own way. That's where her joy and truth lie: out there finding and learning, exploring and discovering. She's pleasant and noble and all of those other things expected of her too... when she's at home. Out in the field, she's whatever she has to be in order to reach her goals.
she has to be in order to reach her goals.)
Sunaia Malespero + (Sunaia was stricken with a double dose of …
Sunaia was stricken with a double dose of the wanderlust that so often afflicts Ashfords. It manifested at an early age and made her a holy terror when combined with an also innate stubbornness, voracious curiousity, and desire to go her own way. That's where her joy and truth lie: out there finding and learning, exploring and discovering. She's pleasant and noble and all of those other things expected of her too... when she's at home. Out in the field, she's whatever she has to be in order to reach her goals.
she has to be in order to reach her goals.)
Sunniva Harthall + (Sunniva is a pleasantly reserved and often …
Sunniva is a pleasantly reserved and often collected soul whose choices stray to those of giving rather than receiving. She finds the joy in her life comes from caring for others and the use of her station allows her to do more and she takes to it like a fish in water. Her belief that everyone matters comes primarily from being raised in House Laurent and she still practices this very notion - marrying also into the younger Household of Harthall. Sometimes her convictions can get her into trouble, for though she is quiet if something is unjust she will lift her voice to speak against it. All in all she is one that enjoys the small details of life, the beauty in each moment and aims to capture and remember them.
ent and aims to capture and remember them.)
Mathex Comirae + (Superficially, Mathex is likeable enough. …
Superficially, Mathex is likeable enough. He enjoys a good drink and a good time as much as the next man. But he's as stubborn as grim death when it comes to the things believes in, and he digs in against challenge, likely to break long before he bends. He's been depending on himself for so long that it takes a long time to allow people into his inner circle, but - once he accepts someone - he's fiercely loyal.
he accepts someone - he's fiercely loyal.)
Sudara Pravus + (Superficially, Sudara certainly conforms t …
Superficially, Sudara certainly conforms to the stereotype of a Pravus noble: wealthy, privileged, hedonistic, flirtatious, and at times more than a little arrogant. Breaching the stereotype, she seems to lack an overt vindictive streak, and those who learn somewhat more about her might see one or two other aspects, whether that of the dedicated bookworm or the dutiful mother.
dedicated bookworm or the dutiful mother.)
Ulfric Ravenhelm + (Surprisingly well-spoken for his line of p …
Surprisingly well-spoken for his line of profession and his upbringing. While unafraid to speak his mind, he tends to pick his words with care, after seeing how often Isles men get themselves killed in foolish, avoidable conflicts. Often times considered a dreamer, most definitely an ambitious sort. But despite being more thoughtful than most reavers, he's confident and decisive. He's often the first to jump and hit the ground running at that, though perhaps one of the few to ask if it's a wise course.
e of the few to ask if it's a wise course.)
Theodoric Ulbran + (Survive and thrive. That's Theod's motto. …
Survive and thrive. That's Theod's motto. Another one: don't get mad, get even. A perfect gentleman by all outward accounts, certainly while under noble scrutiny, he weaves through conversations as easily as a snake slithers through the grass. A bottomless pit of confidence, there is little he won't do to get what he wants. Around the more common folk, he's known as a hedonist and an occasional tyrant, though the latter is practically essential in order to secure a firm control over dangerous felons. Whether the chivalrous man of refinement or the ruthless crime baron, few if any know the true Theod at his core.
ew if any know the true Theod at his core.)
Egil Frost + (Surviving, let alone prospering, as he has …
Surviving, let alone prospering, as he has -- and despite his beginnings -- has engendered in the sellsword a smug confidence and smart mouth that exceed the warrant of his low birth and station, but which oft appears to come more from a playful, rowdy temperament than from genuine egotism. While perhaps he may be put in his place, and have his tune changed, he's a mercurial, self-interested sort -- though not one predisposed to cruelty for cruelty's sake, nor much for the elaborate intricacies of courtly intrigue.
elaborate intricacies of courtly intrigue.)
Svoli Volkov + (Svoli is a stereotypical recluse and socia …
Svoli is a stereotypical recluse and social outcast, preferring to spend her time with wildlife and her family's horses. She seems to understand and empathise with animals far more easily than she does other people, and is regularly caught speaking to her horses as if they are genuinely communicating. She lacks any of the social skills that the rest of her family exhibit and has no apparent interest in the life of a courtier. Svoli is nevertheless fiercely loyal and actually very compassionate - it's just that she doesn't care for people as a whole. Her siblings are the only ones who seem to understand her at all.
ly ones who seem to understand her at all.)
Lili Bisland + (Sweet and Bubbly)
Azolla Nightgold + (Sweet tempered and mild mannered. She talk …
Sweet tempered and mild mannered. She talks very softly but that maybe due to the illness suffered as a child but she has a hauntingly beautiful voice. She is a very talented artist and musicain. Her easy going sweetness makes it easy for anyone to get along with her. She is always has perfect manners and there is an alluring grace about the way she speaks and moves.
grace about the way she speaks and moves.)
Blossom Corsetina + (Sweet, friendly, kind, and not-all-there a …
Sweet, friendly, kind, and not-all-there are the best ways to describe Blossom. It's as if she lives in her own little world that intersects with our own only sometimes, and never reliably. She regularly gets lost in her work, in her thoughts, in the city... sometimes she'll forget to wash the paint off of her hands, or forget to bring her purse to the market, or forget she's talking to someone in the middle of a conversation. She takes people at face value - perhaps because she's never paying enough attention to see the undercurrent - but still somehow manages to avoid danger through sheer luck.
anages to avoid danger through sheer luck.)
Giselle Caron + (Sweet, shy, and prone to bonding closely w …
Sweet, shy, and prone to bonding closely with a select few, Giselle will likely never be the type to frequent mass gatherings and big social events. She's keen-eyed and intelligent; doing her best to avoid the false niceties of society and focus on those who appreciate the sweet warmth of her own personality. Still, though most of her witty observations are limited to her private thoughts, she does have a temper and has been known to hold a grudge.
emper and has been known to hold a grudge.)
Sylvie Rubino-Zaffria + (Sylvie is bright, smart. She has a sharp edge of wit that can be painful to be on the opposing side of but that only gives charm to her flirtatious side. She is fiery, free-spirited, tempestuous.)
Symanthe Morgan + (Symanthe is vibrancy; resilience; ebullien …
Symanthe is vibrancy; resilience; ebullience. She is passionate and energetic, adventurous and deliberately, fiercely happy. She compartmentalizes. She likes to keep things simple. Complications result in negativity; negativity is bad; therefore, keep it simple. She interfaces fairly well with people generally; she is social, open, easygoing, affectionate, tolerant. She is organized, but languishes without spontaneity. She likes fun; she doesn't like to take things too seriously. Life's tough enough without a stick up your ass. She is stubborn, protective, grounded, resourceful.
ubborn, protective, grounded, resourceful.)
Symonesse Marin'luna + (Symonesse is gentle and sunny, as Nox'Alfa …
Symonesse is gentle and sunny, as Nox'Alfar go. As a healer of souls, she has taken on a great deal of darkness from a great many warped and broken souls over a great many thousands of years. She has gone so deep into so much darkness that she has turned a bend right back into the light, and come out the other side compassionate, warm-hearted and bright. Her fellow Nox'Alfar find her perverse, pushy and annoying, but they are all forced to deal with her, in due time, for no soul endures eternity untouched -- except Symonesse.
es eternity untouched -- except Symonesse.)
Symonesse Grayson + (Symonesse is gentle and sunny, as Nox'Alfa …
Symonesse is gentle and sunny, as Nox'Alfar go. As a healer of souls, she has taken on a great deal of darkness from a great many warped and broken souls over a great many thousands of years. She has gone so deep into so much darkness that she has turned a bend right back into the light, and come out the other side compassionate, warm-hearted and bright. Her fellow Nox'Alfar find her perverse, pushy and annoying, but they are all forced to deal with her, in due time, for no soul endures eternity untouched -- except Symonesse.
es eternity untouched -- except Symonesse.)
Tabitha Mercier + (Tabitha is a perfectionistic and sometimes …
Tabitha is a perfectionistic and sometimes bewildering woman. Nitpicky, exacting, "clean freak" - much of the anxiety she feels is her own doing, but she usually means well. Like most Merciers, she was raised to be a respectable, hard-working individual with a love of knowledge and know-how. Being an artist as well as empathic, Tabitha is unusually sensitive to her surroundings, and she tends to embarrass easily. She is reticent when faced with anything or anyone new. However, once she feels comfortable, she can be effortlessly affable and talk up a storm. She is not too comfortable in the limelight, though her talent means it finds her easily. She is just fine living in the background, as long as she feels useful and appreciated.
long as she feels useful and appreciated.)
Tabitha Whitehawk + (Tabitha is a perfectionistic and sometimes …
Tabitha is a perfectionistic and sometimes bewildering woman. Nitpicky, exacting, "clean freak" - much of the anxiety she feels is her own doing, but she usually means well. Like most Merciers, she was raised to be a respectable, hard-working individual with a love of knowledge and know-how. Being an artist as well as empathic, Tabitha is unusually sensitive to her surroundings, and she tends to embarrass easily. She is reticent when faced with anything or anyone new. However, once she feels comfortable, she can be effortlessly affable and talk up a storm. She is not too comfortable in the limelight, though her talent means it finds her easily. She is just fine living in the background, as long as she feels useful and appreciated.
long as she feels useful and appreciated.)
Tabitha Ashford + (Tabitha is a perfectionistic and sometimes …
Tabitha is a perfectionistic and sometimes bewildering woman. Nitpicky, exacting, "clean freak" - much of the anxiety she feels is her own doing, but she usually means well. Like most Merciers, she was raised to be a respectable, hard-working individual with a love of knowledge and know-how. Being an artist as well as empathic, Tabitha is unusually sensitive to her surroundings, and she tends to embarrass easily. She is reticent when faced with anything or anyone new. However, once she feels comfortable, she can be effortlessly affable and talk up a storm. She is not too comfortable in the limelight, though her talent means it finds her easily. She is just fine living in the background, as long as she feels useful and appreciated.
long as she feels useful and appreciated.)
Krarstin Tidelord + (Taciturn to a point of near silence, Krars …
Taciturn to a point of near silence, Krarstin never uses three words when two will do. Fairly conservative in her approach to most situations, she has watched a legion of younger men and women take more risky routes that ended in watery graves. She is still here, and she still cares for her people above all else.
still cares for her people above all else.)
Alban Farshaw + (Take one part Devotee of Limerance and two …
Take one part Devotee of Limerance and two parts Disciple of Gloria and mix well. Honor, chivalry, and fealty are the things that Alban Farshaw loves the most in life. He holds himself to a strict code of honor and conduct. He takes the laws of fealty as a noble very seriously, as he takes the idea of chivalry. Incredibly steady for a man so young he might come across as stoic to some. He seems to cast an aura of calm around himself through charisma alone. He's a staid and stalwart man.
sma alone. He's a staid and stalwart man.)
Enri Jaeggere + (Taking after his patron god, Enri is a ver …
Taking after his patron god, Enri is a very laid back person, hard to anger, even when being personally offended. His desire for freedom has led to a non-interference posture, where he cares immediately about those close to him (his family and fealty, namely) and only then thinks about the consequences that his actions might have to others. This knight is not a man to second guess, carefully planning his decision, but adhering by them with some hint of stubborness.
ing by them with some hint of stubborness.)
Talen Artiglio + (Talen is a product of a complex set of cir …
Talen is a product of a complex set of circumstances that surround his birth, upbringing and elevation. Where once Talen was the sullen servant, bound in loyalty and devotion as a Sword to an Archduchess, he has become the Consort of another. Perhaps that is why he seems more at ease in displaying his quick-witted, twisted and even sarcastic sense of humour than he was in the past. Talen's mercurial temperament makes him both dangerous and exciting; one is never quite sure what he might say or do in any situation. Tempestuous wrath may be a detriment to an Archduke, but the former knight uses his reputation as ruthlessly as he does his blade, and has learnt to temper it... at least until he embraces it. Talen is no stranger to power, having served in its shadow his entire life, yet now he stands next to it and even wields it for himself. What he plans to do with it now is not so easily predicted. It has a way of making people nervous.
ed. It has a way of making people nervous.)
Talia Crucible + (Talia tends to be quiet and reserved, demu …
Talia tends to be quiet and reserved, demure in most cases and respectful of nobility and her elders. She is thoughtful and easily distracted, often missing things that happen around her for her own internal monologue. She is very artistic, prone to sketching when she isn't sewing. To those that know her well, she can be insightful and observant, with a wry humor that never runs mean.
nt, with a wry humor that never runs mean.)
Tallius Penrose + (Tallius tends towards the quiet contemplat …
Tallius tends towards the quiet contemplation, the silence of the hunt something he learned from a young age. He's friendly enough, he just doesn't seem to feel the need to fill the spare moments with chatter, and is perfectly happy to sit silently in the company of those he cares about rather than insisting upon speech.
s about rather than insisting upon speech.)
Tamsin Grayson + (Tamsin is a perfectly pleasant noble when …
Tamsin is a perfectly pleasant noble when she has cause to be, which is any time that she's drawn into matters of Grayson's affairs with those who are outside of her family. But when the guards come down, the Princess can be a touch weird. She's fascinated by how things begin and end. She's an avid bookworm, for history is full of beginnings and ends. Tamsin is not one to protest being dragged away from her books or the latest research topic though; she'll gladly go out drinking with a friend, enjoy some tea with a cousin, or load up her backpack to take a camping trip with a trusted person. Tamsin will tell anyone that asks that she wants to write her own story, at least the middle of it, and have a hand in writing the final chapters. And she doesn't want that story to be boring.
she doesn't want that story to be boring.)
Tanith Grayhope + (Tanith loves what she does, she loves bein …
Tanith loves what she does, she loves being in the middle of things, helping, supporting, providing alcohol, and kicking out the riff-raff. She's loud, often too brazen, rarely uses tact even though she's very aware of what it is, and has no problem offending anyone within a twenty-foot radius. Honest and hard-working, she's loyal to a fault, she may or may not hold grudges, and she typically enjoys meeting new people.
d she typically enjoys meeting new people.)
Tarik Morien + (Tarik has a mercurial personality that cha …
Tarik has a mercurial personality that changes from being a joker to being solemn on a moment's notice. When he is being the joker, there is whimsical and wicked mischievousness in almost all his gestures and actions. When he is one of his solemn moods, he is more withdrawn and cautious in his interactions with others. He is always extremely vigilant and disciplined, no matter how his mercurial personality chooses to express itself. He walks around with an aura of urbane gallantry.
s around with an aura of urbane gallantry.)
Tatienne Lachance + (Tatienne is easygoing, chipper and always …
Tatienne is easygoing, chipper and always ready to offer a warm word or a witty retort. There's a more serious, shrewd side beneath that however, always evaluating people and objects, eager to estimate the worth of anything and figure ways to come ahead whenever she can. Those she trusts and cares for she makes sure get to share in her profits, but she is ruthless when it comes to everyone else.
s ruthless when it comes to everyone else.)
Tatyana Grimhall + (Tatyana was always a serious child, she ke …
Tatyana was always a serious child, she kept quiet and to herself often, listening far more often than she spoke. As an adult she is similar, with an ability to read people and situations that is exceptionally impressive. It should not be expected that being a thinker means she is a wallflower, far from it, Tati enjoys people and parties and is thrilled by the new and the interesting. Very few know her well enough to correctly guess at what she is truly thinking, for the image she presents is near-flawless, and its hidden depths rarely realized.
ss, and its hidden depths rarely realized.)
Tavish Lelander + (Tavish is known by those close to him to b …
Tavish is known by those close to him to be a stern but caring man. He provides whatever he can to see that the House he serves is well taken care of and well maintained. His smiles are reserved for those who earn them, a change of pace for the otherwise collected steward. He is not a violent man, but having grown up in the north, he knows how to strike when the time calls. In those moments when he is pushed to act, he does so begrudgingly. Though generally speaking, Tavish is a man of order and intellect, he has a small creative streak that he might express from time to time.
k that he might express from time to time.)
Teagan Blackram + (Teagan is a woman who thinks in generation …
Teagan is a woman who thinks in generations and centuries. What a town will look like from the very moment the first stone is paved, what challenges to a law will exist before the first scratch of quill upon paper is made. This should not be confused for being a dreamer: she is playing a very, very long game, and is cool, refined, and exceedingly precise in word and action. This can sometimes translate into treating others as facets of a larger system, though she genuinely believes it is for the best.
she genuinely believes it is for the best.)
Teela Blackram + (Teela has shown to be a woman of adaptabil …
Teela has shown to be a woman of adaptability. Before she was politically married to her husband she was outgoing with a love for the outdoors. She spent most of her time among the military scouts and wardens; the caretakers of the lands for House Blackram. It was among these mountain men and women that she found kinship with and where she would find most of her time spent, developing the same kind of steely resolve reflected in the men and women she would join into combat. During her marriage she adapted to be the kind of Lady that her Grayson born husband wanted her to be. The kind of lady who wore silk and lace and did not put on her furs and leathers unless she absolutely had to. She never had a preference for alcohol and it was he who introduced her to a myriad of wonderful teas that she would always find an enjoyment of. But she was still a stubborn woman and no matter how many silk and lace clothes he could encourage her to wear...never would she put on a corset. After the death of her husband she processed her trauma by closing herself off. A new personality came out and this one was more circumspect. Less trusting and open, particularly where Prodigals and other Shavs are concerned. Gone was the outgoing woman and someone more pragmatic and logical came to the forefront. Of course she is still just as stubborn as she was and she still hates corsets.
rn as she was and she still hates corsets.)
Temira Eswynd + (Temira is one who can both love the old an …
Temira is one who can both love the old and still be excited for the new. The unknown is a challenge to her, the unknowable is a puzzle to be solved. Blessed with a more agreeable manner and more playful wit than most of her kin, she's facing a wide new world and can't wait to sink her teeth into it.
and can't wait to sink her teeth into it.)
Tenebrae Staldotter + (Tenebrae Staldotter is not the kind of wom …
Tenebrae Staldotter is not the kind of woman you invite to parties - unless you want some heads knocked together. She takes her oaths very seriously and that is reflected in a taciturn manner and a steely resolve in all she undertakes. Tenebrae is not one for intrigues or philosophical discussions though she is not ignorant of their effects on her role. Manners and social mores are also not to her taste so she can seem rough and rude to most - even when staying quiet.
nd rude to most - even when staying quiet.)
Teodoro Whisper + (Teodoro has an ingenuous innocence to him: …
Teodoro has an ingenuous innocence to him: a good faith that the world will come right in the end, that all things will fall where they may, and that tragedy may happen but those that survive will come through stronger for it. He believes that great art comes from great suffering, so he doesn't think he has ever produced great art. But he does produce okay art. He is a sensualist and a brilliant musician, with a power to convey emotion through his long-fingered hands and his instruments, and he is a good listener who can react and, to a degree, chameleon for his clients without losing that ingenuous warm core at the center of himself.
enuous warm core at the center of himself.)
Terese Valardin + (Terese is a warrior cloaked in panoply: in …
Terese is a warrior cloaked in panoply: in chivalry, in duty, and in a deep love of the gods. She is a knight and in part she became a knight so that she could become a Hero like the ones in the storybooks, and she strives to embody those principles. This is not to say that she is without warmth or humor, staid and stiff; rather, it is to say that her driving force is her desire to make the world a better place, protect the innocent, defend the righteous, and ensure that the values of her heart -- and of her House -- are upheld. A staunch believer in the code of chivalry and in the old guard of the Faith, Terese stands for principle, and will yield no ground upon it.
inciple, and will yield no ground upon it.)
Terell Hawkeye + (Terrell is a study in duality as he is usu …
Terrell is a study in duality as he is usually a kind and gentle man that is giving and will sacrifice himself for those he loves. Hardworking and patient he makes an excellent hunter and father. At his core he is strong willed, loyal and honest, hard to anger. But when he is wronged and that anger is stroked to a fiery rage he can become fearsome.
ed to a fiery rage he can become fearsome.)
Terris Deepwood + (Terris isn't particularly unfriendly, but …
Terris isn't particularly unfriendly, but he is very reclusive. This whole city thing is new to him, and he finds it intimidating and loud. As such, he'll often be seen sitting in a corner, typically by himself, watching the room like the hunter he is. On the other hand, give him access to a canine or avian, and his affectionate and caring side will come right out. Otherwise, he might seem standoffish to people, but it's often more a mixture of shyness with just a touch of mistrust.
of shyness with just a touch of mistrust.)
Thalamina Shepherd + (Thalamina is prone to bouts of daydreaming …
Thalamina is prone to bouts of daydreaming, often introspective and thoughtful. However, her temperament can change dramatically to passionate and fiery when presented with a matter she feels strongly about. She's known loss in her life, but she doesn't let it cloud her vision for whatever the future may hold.
r vision for whatever the future may hold.)
Gregor Steelhart + (That static you feel when a storm is about …
That static you feel when a storm is about to brew is not an uncommon feeling others get around Gregor. At rest, he holds a calm sobriety that can cause unease to those around him. When angry, Gregor bellows, but chooses his words carefully, equal parts discipline and rage. Gregor is a knight first and foremost, however, duty, honor, and loyalty is not only what he lives by, but what he expects from everyone in the Peerage.
t he expects from everyone in the Peerage.)
Shiara Aldmeris + (The Ambassador of House Aldmeris has a hum …
The Ambassador of House Aldmeris has a humble but confident swagger to her every step, and seems to balance that with a maturity far beyond her years. Accompanied by a sharp and oft described endearing sense of humor there is much to like about this Prodigal. Sometimes she can be crass but it is with an effortlessly charming degree of class that she manages to skirt the brink of scandal and courtly grace -- something she shares in common with women from the Southern isles.
common with women from the Southern isles.)
Shiara Stahlben + (The Ambassador of House Aldmeris has a hum …
The Ambassador of House Aldmeris has a humble but confident swagger to her every step, and seems to balance that with a maturity far beyond her years. Accompanied by a sharp and oft described endearing sense of humor there is much to like about this Prodigal. Sometimes she can be crass but it is with an effortlessly charming degree of class that she manages to skirt the brink of scandal and courtly grace -- something she shares in common with women from the Southern isles.
common with women from the Southern isles.)
Genevra Artiglio + (The Captain of the House Velenosa Guard is …
The Captain of the House Velenosa Guard is supposed to be rather serious about her job and Genevra does take her job very seriously. But that's about all she takes seriously. Otherwise, she is known for her wicked sense of humor and a love of pranks. It is said that the most mischievous of the palace children learned everything they know from her. In general, Genevra prefers to be easy-going and good-humored, unless it is time to bring the blades out and do her job. She seems to view her charges in the Velenosa family with a degree of protective possessiveness. In that case, she turns into a single-minded entity, intent on protecting what she thinks is hers, which, from all appearances, is the entirety of the Artiglio and Velenosa families.
ety of the Artiglio and Velenosa families.)
Gabriella Pravus + (The Commander of the Swords of the Evening …
The Commander of the Swords of the Evening must protect her countrymen, and she must be loyal to House Pravus. Those are the basic lessons from Tiberio, but when has Gabriella ever settle for mediocre? The golden-maned warrior loves Setarco, and Setarco loves her back. When she rides through the city, Gabriella reins her horse in to fight a robber just so the people can feel secure. She kisses babies in festivals and dances with the men under her in celebrations. Inheriting Tiberio's charm, Gabriella celebrates and is celebrated by her folk. At least, that is how she is seen. In private, the behavior of a true paragon sometimes slips into something... more sinister. Her brand of humor, the one that actually makes her laugh, and not simply give a false guffaw for, is certainly dark. There is just something funny about a de-limbed enemy trying to crawl away in the battlefield. The only time Gabriella lets herself fully go is in the battlefield, where she is in her element, cutting down her enemies with joyous glee. A creature of passions, she is often at her most raw when smeared in blood.
ten at her most raw when smeared in blood.)
Santiago Fidante + (The Mantis In The Roses - that is what San …
The Mantis In The Roses - that is what Santiago Leonardo Fidante is often referred to as in the nicer gossip circles of Velenosa. A reference to the man's vast, clinical intelligence and razor-edged perception, and rapid wits. In far more unkinder circles, there's different names. Different praises. It's less about the genius touch he handles Roses with, and their land, and more about the absolutely viscious way in which Santiago Leonardo Fidante will protect his family. He has the personality of the dutiful, clinical gardener who ensures not a leaf is out of place, not a petal too many, not a thorn too blunt. Once, they say, when he was young he was full of life and joy; giving to charities, and walking through the lands with adventure on his soul. Now, after the death of his siter - Giancinta - Santiago is seemingly muted. Not joyless, but stoic, looking upon the world with the lens of Tehome. Santiago is the type to enjoy the long game. The board games, the stacking of coins and blocks - conquering his own mind in privacy, but when set into social circles? He will find a pretty flower to post upon, and wait. Watch. Not a petal out of place.
and wait. Watch. Not a petal out of place.)
Saga Solsdottir + (The Mourning Isles are harsh and unforgivi …
The Mourning Isles are harsh and unforgiving and while some turn to austerity to cope with the realities of life, some become resistant to tragedy to the point of always retaining a sunny disposition. Nothing is hopeless, there is no night so dark that won't leave at the light of a new dawn. Pleasant and silver tongued the Solsdottir girl has never met a storm she could not weather and is always glad to remind the weary and wounded that nothing lasts forever.
ry and wounded that nothing lasts forever.)
Marcas Aodh + (The North offers no sympathy to weak men a …
The North offers no sympathy to weak men and woman, and Marcas has survived as a soldier because he is not weak. Having been a soldier for much of his adult life and having lost family to shavs, Marcas is a pragmatic man who knows that death waits just around the corner. However, this dour knowledge has not made him a cynic. He still enjoys laughing, carousing, and spending time with his comrades. One can be pragmatic and still maintain a sense of joviality. The man doesn't worry too much about etiquette, though, finding it a waste of time for the most part. Respect is earned not given by title.
rt. Respect is earned not given by title.)
Lenard Valardin + (The Oathlands are more than just geography …
The Oathlands are more than just geography, they are an ideal that, if lost, would cost more than just some cultural shift in the Compact: it would mean its complete deterioration. Most other territories have their worth, but the lands of the Valardin are unique in that they protect that what is virtuous and good among the fealties, and Lenard will go to the grave before he allows the flame of hope and faith to extinguish in the hearts of the people. This is the responsibility of every Valardin, but instead of arguing the point, Lenard tries to embody it, and wherever he goes the young man tries to inspire those around him into embracing their better selves. To Lenard, no matter one's origins, they can be helped to see the values of virtue, reason why he is known to knight even commoners who show enough bravery and strength of character. Knights are guardians of virtue, not of the nobility. On the issue of his sister, his thoughts are complex on the subject, but it marks one of the few he is silent about, though he seems to have found mercy in his heart, somewhat, to forgive her.
cy in his heart, somewhat, to forgive her.)
Abbas Thrax + (The Thraxian Warlord has come from the bot …
The Thraxian Warlord has come from the bottom to rise to lead the greatest fleet Arvum has ever known. He is determined and dedicated in all that he does. Often he carries himself in grimdark determination and is an unshakable force. Sometimes he is brooding and lost in the weight of blood that has spilled under his leadership. And rarely amongst select individuals he smiles and fosters some warmth.
viduals he smiles and fosters some warmth.)
Samithel Ranger + (The answer to that question is fear. While …
The answer to that question is fear. While Samithel feels a sinner amidst the crush of humanity that is Arx, it is the shadows beneath the trees that terrify her the most, even as she finds solace in a mattress of leaves and a blanket of stars. Loneliness and loss have become the enemies she knows best. Beneath the mask of polite composure, the woman is a creature of curiosity and social ties. She enjoys learning, primarily through active engagement--speaking or observing. She enjoys the company of others, but struggles to express it effectively; nearly all of Samithel's life has been spent in a closely knit pack or alone in the forests of Arvum. This quest for belonging and acceptance into a greater whole is further muddled by the chaos that seems to follow in her heels. What will be the price for the next stroke of bad luck? Samithel's sense of humor is perhaps the only thing sparser than her words. She tends towards the pragmatic in most things. Mistakes in particular she takes an uncompromising view of, both in herself and others. The Price of failure could very well be her life, and that is unacceptable; not until she can face the wilderness once more and earn the right to atone for her blasphemy.
earn the right to atone for her blasphemy.)
Entropoly Ulbran + (The best solution is often the easiest sol …
The best solution is often the easiest solution, and the easiest solution is often the application of force and violence. Without anything to apply themselves to in this way, they tend to laze about. Blunt application of opinions makes due when there is no opportunity to make a blunt application of objects. They know their lifestyle will likely end short, but they've convinced themselves that it will at least burn bright until it does and so they act to extremes.
until it does and so they act to extremes.)
Blush Prismatics + (The consummate gentleman, Blush ascribes v …
The consummate gentleman, Blush ascribes very much to the lifestyle of a bon vivant. He enjoys life in all its aspects, but expects a certain level of sophistication and a splash of refinement as lovely garnishes to this tasty dish of an existence. That isn't to say his idea of sophistication and refinement are correct, because he often chooses to express his enjoyment through flamboyant clothing that captures each color of the rainbow. He holds a strange fascination for the lives of others, to the point of nosiness, and he is always willing to give free advice! His advice, however, comes with the caveat that it is the other's choice - even if he stresses, always, how much freedom from anything that holds one down is the correct, one and only, ultimate, and perfect choice.
ne and only, ultimate, and perfect choice.)
Ysbail Blackwood + (The exuberance of youth encapsulates an ol …
The exuberance of youth encapsulates an old soul in Ysbail, creating an interesting dichotomy of introspection wrapped in effervescent charm. Though her sense of wonder can sometimes be mistaken for naivete, she carries the wisdom passed down to her through generations of shamans. Her curiosity and unending quest for seeking out hidden corners and undiscovered reaches can get her into trouble when she becomes too involved in the mystery before her to watch where she steps. There is hope that with age and experience, caution will help to temper her curiosity, but for now her inquisitive nature has a tendency to lead her.
isitive nature has a tendency to lead her.)
Tibault Laveer + (The fire of Tibault's youth has cooled to …
The fire of Tibault's youth has cooled to steel as he's aged; while no less passionate for his causes, he has at last acquired patience. He is fueled by a sense of absolute justice and an almost reckless compassion, tempered by a thoughtful consideration. He demands the best from others, and expects no less of himself.
om others, and expects no less of himself.)
Cassandra Laurent + (The first word that encompasses Cassandra …
The first word that encompasses Cassandra Laurent is passion. She is driven, fierce and unyielding, with a will as strong as her jawline. Her faith is unshakable and her demeanor is one of cool reserve, brushed with irony. A private person by nature with whose reserve conceals a depth of quiet idealism, Cassandra is a woman of deep personal strength and occasional, obscured insecurity. Her sense of personal honor exists, but it is subservient her sense of service to a higher cause. Her sense of humor doubles as a finely honed sense of the ridiculous, often encompassed by little more than the quirk of a sardonic eyebrow, but she shields from view a deep inner romantic that, very occasionally, can make itself known in small, private ways.
make itself known in small, private ways.)
Franco Gilden + (The illusion of an endless ocean calms som …
The illusion of an endless ocean calms some people, but Franco was more prone to see the turbulance beneath the waves and how they shifted when storms were brewing. He's experienced too much to overly mince words, preferring to defuse bleak circumstances with a spark of humor and more outlandish things. It makes it unexpected when his truly blunt manner of speaking can carry a sharper edge to them. Like many of those from the Lycene, he's had his share of hedonistic fancies, but they're kept controlled, a bit of restraint amidst a main otherwise unreprentant and cold. Roiling emotions and passions kept subdued beneath an easygoing demeanor.
ept subdued beneath an easygoing demeanor.)
Nekarris Darkwater + (The life of the party, that's Nekarris. So …
The life of the party, that's Nekarris. Sometimes, that means she's the violent, pulsing beat of the party - but more often she's just your usual middle noblewoman, young and comfortable in the lifestyle. She likes to have a good time, and if her penchant for idle gossip is a bit less than admirable, it's certainly nothing pernicious.
irable, it's certainly nothing pernicious.)
Natalia Elwood + (The majority of the time, Natalia does her …
The majority of the time, Natalia does her former Whisper status proud; she keeps her composure well intact, manages to remain serene. Sometimes the mischief peeks out, sometimes the sharp sense of humor escapes, but she keeps it mostly under control. At least in public.
mostly under control. At least in public.)
Venteri Marin'Alfar + (The man is a born diplomat. Grandiloquent …
The man is a born diplomat. Grandiloquent and grandiose, he has a preference for sweeping gestures and over the top genuflections. Still, he is also quite the shrewd diplomat, and underneath his genial demeanor lies the practicality of a man who knows the difference between necessary compromise and surrender - and the knowledge that he is negotiating on behalf of a people who have faced extinction for a millenia.
who have faced extinction for a millenia.)
Scylla Stormblood + (The memories and experiences of two distin …
The memories and experiences of two distinctly different women coalesce to form a single, oftentimes tempestuous mind. It is as a result of living the majority of a half-remembered life as Luciana Carideo, the ruthless heiress to an abandoned house, and more recently as Scylla, the unassuming seafarer-turned-Prodigal. Most will know her to possess a friendly, candid disposition, though edged by silver-hued, penetrating eyes. Very little escapes her notice, but because she has cultivated an aptitude for strategy on and off the battlefield, she also understands better than most how and when to apply aggregate knowledge to advantageous use. The loyalty she feels and expresses to friends and allies knows no bounds, and it can be assumed that there are very few things she is unwilling to do to bolster them. Likewise, any who have earned her wrath can expect to experience an impassioned will to break them.
erience an impassioned will to break them.)
Scylla Blackshore + (The memories and experiences of two distin …
The memories and experiences of two distinctly different women coalesce to form a single, oftentimes tempestuous mind. It is as a result of living the majority of a half-remembered life as Luciana Carideo, the ruthless heiress to an abandoned house, and more recently as Scylla, the unassuming seafarer-turned-Prodigal. Most will know her to possess a friendly, candid disposition, though edged by silver-hued, penetrating eyes. Very little escapes her notice, but because she has cultivated an aptitude for strategy on and off the battlefield, she also understands better than most how and when to apply aggregate knowledge to advantageous use. The loyalty she feels and expresses to friends and allies knows no bounds, and it can be assumed that there are very few things she is unwilling to do to bolster them. Likewise, any who have earned her wrath can expect to experience an impassioned will to break them.
erience an impassioned will to break them.)
Elsbetta Farshaw + (The naive optimist matured into a determin …
The naive optimist matured into a determined realist with a firm sense of nobility. On first blush Elsbetta Farshaw is an incredibly bright and bubbly woman, but underneath it is a steel backbone and an intense pragmatism. She is aware that every thing you voice, every expression you give, every action you take makes an impression on the world around you. She has chosen to make the impression she leaves a positive one. Not haplessly optimistic but socially aware, Elsbetta does her best to lift others up despite the pain and suffering they have faced.
te the pain and suffering they have faced.)
Rane Keaton + (The presence of a soldier is an even more …
The presence of a soldier is an even more unmistakable thing. Rane does not have all of the social graces of many of the peerage, though he's polite and responsive should a conversation arise. He's methodical and prone to routine. The same places for food and drink, the same route to his suite at the Keaton Hall. Even off of the battlefield, he finds solace in order and repetition. A member of the Academy of War, his mind is usually on one thing: the defense of the Oathlands. What little time is granted to less important matters are usually spent exploring Arx and the surrounding forests. All in all, he's a fine example of an Oathlander.
all, he's a fine example of an Oathlander.)
Rane Moore + (The presence of a soldier is an even more …
The presence of a soldier is an even more unmistakable thing. Rane does not have all of the social graces of many of the peerage, though he's polite and responsive should a conversation arise. He's methodical and prone to routine. The same places for food and drink, the same route to his suite at the Keaton Hall. Even off of the battlefield, he finds solace in order and repetition. A member of the Academy of War, his mind is usually on one thing: the defense of the Oathlands. What little time is granted to less important matters are usually spent exploring Arx and the surrounding forests. All in all, he's a fine example of an Oathlander.
all, he's a fine example of an Oathlander.)
Ludwig Grayson + (The problem with being the smartest person …
The problem with being the smartest person in the room is that usually you realize, very quickly, that you are the smartest person in the room. You're good at figuring things out, after all. Whether it was true or not, this has been Ludwig's perception of himself and the people around him ever since he was quite young, and has led him to have little patience for what he sees as the uninformed thoughts and half-baked ideas of so many around him. He is young, sharp of tongue and quick to visible irritation, and certainly not the most pleasant to get along with, especially for those who have disappointed him in any way. There is little change in his behavior between public and private, either - often cold, brusque and stern, he nevertheless will help people in his own way, usually by explaining to them in very clear terms how he thinks they are wrong and what they are missing from the picture. He's a nice guy, really.
rom the picture. He's a nice guy, really.)
Nuala Redrain + (The shamans in the north say she has spiri …
The shamans in the north say she has spirit, and her southern kin would be hard-pressed to disagree on that front. Nuala burns like a star in the world, throwing her light out to illuminate the darkest corners. She thrums with life, and has an appetite for nearly all that life has to offer. The energy that blazes strong and fierce within her fills up a volume well beyond her apparent size. She can be dangerously charming or a wildfire, as the mood takes. Her belief in her destiny gives her a surprising resilience to fall back on when beset by difficulty, and she'll never be kept down long. Wearing interchangeable masks on the public stage, she shifts from a witty, easygoing figure to intense focus as the moment takes her, but never does she do anything by half measures. Occasionally the restless, roiling currents threaten to consume her. When directed to a shining focus, she can lose sense of nearly anything else in pursuit of a goal. Her insatiable curiosity goes hand-in-hand with a fierce independence. She rarely takes no for an answer once she sets her course.
no for an answer once she sets her course.)
Cassima Thrax + (The social whirl is not where Cassima shin …
The social whirl is not where Cassima shines most. That isn't to say that she is incapable of communicating, but she tends towards a wry, quirky sort of humor that does not always make it easy for her. She has a bit of a tendency to withhold where she should reach out and to overshare when she should remain restrained, the kind of social awkwardness that develops from a childhood spent too much in books and too little in the companionship of other children. Yet her warmth and her loyalty are deep wells, and once tapped, should never run dry. Pragmatic and inclined to simple, honest, and occasionally self-deprecating self-assessment, there is never a risk that her arrogance would chase off anyone -- except perhaps in one area and that is the area of scholarship. Yet in this one area that Cassima does not second-guess herself, her excellence is real. A clever writer, witty jokester, ready humorist and boon companion once those initial layers of uncertainty and awkwardness have been surpassed, Cassima is anchored to reality by her grounded nature and tries not to be overly troubled by her essential layers deep human loneliness, because doesn't everyone have that? She loves to watch people and imagine their stories for herself. She enjoys complicated problem solving and mathematics. She is fascinated by questions of philosophy and politics.
d by questions of philosophy and politics.)
Lark Grayson + (The true depth of Lark's severe practicali …
The true depth of Lark's severe practicality is often downplayed by her physical appearance but make no mistake, she has a formidable sense of righteousness and honor. Reserved and observant, she has never been overly social even after her appointment to High Lord, only putting herself into the crowd when necessary. Her heart is charitable, given towards encouraging especially her family in finding their own bit of happiness, but it is tempered by a realistic outlook on the world that they live in. While most would equate charitable with kind, there is very little that is kind in the woman: she is willing to take anyone to task when they step out of line, driven by a nature that is as protective and fierce as a griffon over a nest of hatchlings.
ce as a griffon over a nest of hatchlings.)
Ophne Acheron + (The truth of the world comes easily to Oph …
The truth of the world comes easily to Ophne and she doesn't always know when to hold back commentary. Thinking she's being constructive or witty, she'll say a hurtful thing and upon seeing the look the other person's face, come to regret it instantly. However frequent, Ophne putting her foot in her mouth is easy to overlook or forgive. She's much too hasty to hold onto any kind of meaningful negativity and it shows. There's a distinction between being heartless and accidentally using your heart, y'know, a little bit less.
ing your heart, y'know, a little bit less.)
Ophne Monrosa + (The truth of the world comes easily to Oph …
The truth of the world comes easily to Ophne and she doesn't always know when to hold back commentary. Thinking she's being constructive or witty, she'll say a hurtful thing and upon seeing the look the other person's face, come to regret it instantly. However frequent, Ophne putting her foot in her mouth is easy to overlook or forgive. She's much too hasty to hold onto any kind of meaningful negativity and it shows. There's a distinction between being heartless and accidentally using your heart, y'know, a little bit less.
ing your heart, y'know, a little bit less.)
Angelo Fidante + (The uncharitable might call Angelo lazy, b …
The uncharitable might call Angelo lazy, but it's not fair. He's far from lazy. Once he finds something that traps his interests, he can be deeply passionate about it: about words, word games, philosophy, human stories, and more recently about diplomacy. He can be intense on the subject of Tehom and the other gods. Those who don't 'get it' might call Angelo aloof, but he is not that either. There is a warmth behind his reserve, an alert interest that allows him to listen to others in a focused way for an extended period of time, so that he can share his wisdom to their needs. The aggressively Lycene may call Angelo prudish, but he merely prefers intimacy to wild abandon. He's just not interested in debauchery for its own sake. He can be very sensual and deeply, imaginatively romantic when someone has his interest. The hot-tempered might call Angelo cold, but he's not cold; he's merely controlled, composed, and rarely does he lose his temper over an imagined slight.
e lose his temper over an imagined slight.)
Angelo DiFidante + (The uncharitable might call Angelo lazy, b …
The uncharitable might call Angelo lazy, but it's not fair. He's far from lazy. Once he finds something that traps his interests, he can be deeply passionate about it: about words, word games, philosophy, human stories, and more recently about diplomacy. He can be intense on the subject of Tehom and the other gods. Those who don't 'get it' might call Angelo aloof, but he is not that either. There is a warmth behind his reserve, an alert interest that allows him to listen to others in a focused way for an extended period of time, so that he can share his wisdom to their needs. The aggressively Lycene may call Angelo prudish, but he merely prefers intimacy to wild abandon. He's just not interested in debauchery for its own sake. He can be very sensual and deeply, imaginatively romantic when someone has his interest. The hot-tempered might call Angelo cold, but he's not cold; he's merely controlled, composed, and rarely does he lose his temper over an imagined slight.
e lose his temper over an imagined slight.)
Arya Gilden + (The warning to not judge a book by its cov …
The warning to not judge a book by its cover was clearly not coined with regards to Arden. Often found laughing or otherwise engaged in similar delights, its rare that she attempts to act mysterious. Due to this, she is sometimes more trusting than most, assuming honesty from others as she displays herself. She has a passion for the unknown, especially in attempting to document it, yet her habit of following up on every rumour means shes not as prolific as she might otherwise be.
not as prolific as she might otherwise be.)
Mevo Valarney + (The woman seems to have a odd mixture of a …
The woman seems to have a odd mixture of awkwardness, eagerness, and professionalism. While on one hand she seemingly has difficulty with most personal interactions, and on the other she is able to quickly rattle off details about an array of herbs and products with enthusiasm that suggests she believes they're worth their weight in gold, and then some.
worth their weight in gold, and then some.)
Serena Zaffria + (The words, "Too much," and "Over the top," …
The words, "Too much," and "Over the top," have been used to describe Serena before. Ever since she was a small child growing up in her Shav'arvani village near the lands of Zafria-Gemecita. She would tell wild stories with dramatic gestures, make up the grandest of tales. And it's a quality that still comes out today when she gets excited, but Serena has been working on toning that down. Get her excited, though? And it's like one of those accents that disappears until you're drunk.
ccents that disappears until you're drunk.)
Thena Grayhope + (Thena is inquisitive and sharp, often far …
Thena is inquisitive and sharp, often far too sharp, with a snarky devil-may-care facade that hides the ravages of personal loss and a less than stellar upbringing. She can be well-mannered if she chooses to, but usually whether she chooses to is often entirely based on the direct benefit to herself. She can be incredibly determined when she's on the hunt for something, which is usually information, and quite mercenary about dumping one source in favor of another one that has a better yield. Thena is deeply religious and believes that she was genuinely called to the Faith, though she also deliberately uses her Godsworn status to keep a barrier between herself and anyone who might want to venture too close. Still, she has strong convictions, feels that it is her gods-given duty to fight the oncoming darkness until she can't, and, acutely aware of her own shortcomings, strives constantly to better herself and to pay off some nonspecific debt she feels she owes to the world. Hunted and haunted, it might be too much to say she has a heart of gold, but she has a bright-burning spirit underneath all the attitude that she reveals but rarely.
the attitude that she reveals but rarely.)
Theophania Desmarais + (Theophania is driven and knows how to turn …
Theophania is driven and knows how to turn on the charm in a business setting, but past that, she's a little on the helpless side. Having been thrust into the realm of merchantry by the comparatively-early deaths of her parents, she's doing her best to keep her head above water but doesn't quite know where that metaphorical water line actually is. Easy to fluster when not discussing trade, she keeps her dreams simple: 'do just a little better than her parents.'
do just a little better than her parents.')
Viggo Falkr + (There are numerous ways that Viggo might c …
There are numerous ways that Viggo might come across as to others, each varying wildly depending upon the situation in which they met. When accompanying his charge in public or on official business, the Commander is as professional as one of his station might expect. While on his own time, outside a professional setting, others will find that he has a way of integrating himself into almost any grouping of common or royal folk with ease. And then there's his personal bearing in private, which only those who have been a part of such could speak of his being.
n a part of such could speak of his being.)
Solomon Venwich + (There are people in the world who do thing …
There are people in the world who do things because of a greater sense of purpose, to do good for goodness' sake. And then there's Solomon. While a normal healer might see an injured man as someone who deserves their help, he sees them as an inconvenience. If someone is screaming in pain on the ground after having their leg snapped, that's an inconvenience. Someone is bleeding all over his nice table? An inconvenience. It isn't a drive to do things out of the goodness of his heart that gets him up and moving, but a desire to return to living comfortably, as far from those inconveniences as possible. He's often loud, spiteful, and angry, and when he isn't he's the type to try and get something out of someone. It's likely good that he learned to set a broken nose at a young age, if his propensity for receiving them is any indication. For the most part he tries to avoid conflict, but has a terrible habit of saying whatever it is that's on his mind. Whatever it is.
it is that's on his mind. Whatever it is.)
Dara Agassi + (There are some people who are just born as …
There are some people who are just born as gentle souls, no matter the life and circumstances they're placed in. Dara is one of these. She doesn't waste energy on the things she can't change, and instead devotes it on that which she can. It leaves her with a serene air of acceptance and a smile; a smile that some of her overseers found unnerving. Especially when they saw it during her moments of having a chance to do something about a still-remembered wrong.
something about a still-remembered wrong.)
Sabella Grayson + (There are some royals that believe it is t …
There are some royals that believe it is their duty to set aside their dreams and aspirations to better represent their families and cast them in the best light. Sabella takes a different approach. Drama is in her blood, or so she claims, and if all of life is a stage, then certainly the scenes centering on the Graysons need to be the best - the most heroic, the most awe-inspiring, the most dramatic. And what does every good drama need? A compelling damsel. And so to that end, Sabella has made an art-form out of life itself. Every problem is a heroic quest, every new face is a Mysterious Stranger, every disagreement is time to call on a champion. She's not a drama queen - life isn't a comedy. Rather, she's a connoisseur of drama, nurturing it quietly until it blooms into a tour de force.
etly until it blooms into a tour de force.)
Tescelina Wyrmguard + (There are some that have called her demure …
There are some that have called her demure but she is not shy, simply -- hushed. She often avoids direct eye-contact and can seem distant or entirely vacant (at the worst of times). Her smiles are poetically sad things and her penchant for solitude makes it seem that she is standing alone, even in a crowded space. She has not, however, lost her sense of duty and when she is prone to act it feels mechanical but honed; her face often falling to something of an expressionless countenance.
omething of an expressionless countenance.)
Ophelia Velenosa + (There are some who might mistake Ophelia's …
There are some who might mistake Ophelia's seeming innocence for a clever facade, built up through years of navigating the treacherous waters of the Lyceum. They would be wrong. Ophelia's lived a charmed life, flitting from one thing to the next with no particular aim, her naivete somehow unchecked by the cruelties of life. Oh, certainly she knows that bad things happen to other people, she's not stupid by any means. But they never seem to happen to her, so she's thus far avoided becoming jaded about life, facing each new day with a bright and sunny optimism.
new day with a bright and sunny optimism.)
Skapti Waters + (There are those in the world who despite a …
There are those in the world who despite all life's hardships wake up with a bright smile, optimistic about tomorrow. They always see the glass as half full, no matter how dingy the drink inside. Skapti is not one of these people. Those people are fools and blind to the world around them, to Skapti's way of thinking. While he enjoys a good time as much of the next man, usually he's a rather dour individual and always seems to be just waiting for the other shoe to fall, and Murphy's Law to enact itself on the universe once more.
to enact itself on the universe once more.)
Emrys Whisper + (There are those who charm, who smile and s …
There are those who charm, who smile and seduce. Those whose very laughter is music, warm like sunlight on a summer day. Emrys is not one such person. Intimidating and with a sharp intellect, his is an authorative presence, a gravitas he uses to ground discussions and negotiations into the world of facts and reason, rather than the one of emotions and petty pride. Disciplined and diligent, he expects the best from his pupils, pushing them past the limits they set themselves, intent on unlocking their full potential. Ever polite in public, a model of etiquette, he becomes far blunter and direct in private, dispensing with the unnecessary formalities to get to the heart of things, no matter the tender feelings that might be trampled in the process.
ngs that might be trampled in the process.)
Sylvana Leporidae + (There are times where she is quiet and som …
There are times where she is quiet and somewhat withdrawn but overall many would say that Sylvana is very motherly and nurturing. Despite her youthful appearance, she is filled with great wisdom in all matters of the natural world. Always willing to accept the company of others and a lover of stimulating conversation, Sylvana is especially drawn to those skilled in storytelling. She takes it upon herself to watch over any living tree, plant, or creature nearby like a doting mother would - regardless of their apparent dangerousness - which leaves some utterly bewildered by the company she keeps
tterly bewildered by the company she keeps)
Sylvana Proscipi + (There are times where she is quiet and som …
There are times where she is quiet and somewhat withdrawn but overall many would say that Sylvana is very motherly and nurturing. Despite her youthful appearance, she is filled with great wisdom in all matters of the natural world. Always willing to accept the company of others and a lover of stimulating conversation, Sylvana is especially drawn to those skilled in storytelling. She takes it upon herself to watch over any living tree, plant, or creature nearby like a doting mother would - regardless of their apparent dangerousness - which leaves some utterly bewildered by the company she keeps
tterly bewildered by the company she keeps)
Signe Nightgold + (There are two sides to every leaf and two …
There are two sides to every leaf and two faces of every mountain. Such is the case for Signe Nightgold. In the waking hours, she presents to the world a most endearing masquerade of a young lady who endeavors to become a shaman just as her beloved mother was. Ruled by her whimsy like the snows of Stonedeep, she is capable of the most passionate and honourable pursuits just as quickly as one might incite a most frightful glacial tempest should one provoke her ire. That is not to say that her moods are so easily swayed. She has the patience and composure as any lady might, but a strong advocate of transparency of one's true nature whenever one can manage so. Every Nightgold has an appreciation of the world around them, and hers is a muse of nature in its most rawest forms. Be it the winter tempests that rip through the peaks of Mount Aviaron or a delicate snow trillium buddling peeking through the last mid-spring snows, they all elicit her infectious delight. By evening, and when it is naught but the Thunderborn as her witness, hers is a most troubled mind plagued by filaments of guilt for the sacrifice her mother made to see her heralded into the world. It is a feeling that often drives her forward in her studies to become a shaman of repute such as her mother was; to be good and the best in all things to honor a woman no more than a fleeting figment in her life, a hazy dream of what could've been. Her death need not be in vain.
ld've been. Her death need not be in vain.)
Vincenzo Villente + (There is a bravado to this young man, a gl …
There is a bravado to this young man, a glib, quippy exterior that thoroughly masks anything true or real about him. He opperates on the surface level alone, though there is a sense of deep waters churning unseen below it. For all his jovial banter, and really, there never seems to be an end to it, there is something darker that feeds it, a wariness that never leaves him.
eeds it, a wariness that never leaves him.)
Dustin Nidhogg + (There is a charm about the way he ignores …
There is a charm about the way he ignores the world around him. Some call him lazy, others aloof, but the fact of the matter is that he is the type to let things play out on their natural course. Though, when things require that he act, he does so with intelligence, precision, and charm. He never raises his voice and rarely takes any initiative in leadership, always preferring to work alone.
adership, always preferring to work alone.)
Laurel Briarsgrove + (There is a confidence with which she walks …
There is a confidence with which she walks that is more a simple understanding of where she fits in the world. A quiet calm that covers quick thoughts and a clever mind that often looks burdened with troubles unspoken. Warm in a rather homegrown way, she is friendly and often finds the time to aid those in need, within reason. She is a practical woman with a practical hand and keen eye. No one has ever said for her to be an idle woman for busy work helps the soul continue striding forward and that is exactly what Laurel is beneath her exterior, a busy bee with a focus for fine detail.
, a busy bee with a focus for fine detail.)
Irisa Wainryte + (There is a depth of quiet regret behind Ir …
There is a depth of quiet regret behind Irisa's warmth. Her deep compassion is born from the understanding that she has been to a dark place, and survived with the help and charity of others, so now it is hers to offer that help and charity in her own strength. It is extremely difficult to work past the flowing energy of all that giving warmth to find the quiet seed of rage and outsiderishness that first spawned her addiction. That seed is hers and never quite died away. A true believer in everything she does, with a wide, open-hearted idealism, Irisa is ready to embrace all kinds of the foreign and special as part of the new life she has built for herself. She has a dorky sense of humor and a tendency to take the mystical and superstitious extremely seriously. She also really wants happiness. For everyone. Everywhere. Ever. It's a challenge.
ryone. Everywhere. Ever. It's a challenge.)
Vittorio Gilden + (There is a grand sense of the theater to h …
There is a grand sense of the theater to him, everything is a production. His hair, the way he speaks, his clothes, all of it has been carefully calculated to put forth the very best showing possible. He's gregarious to a fault, always oozing the charm, and sometimes that charm has a bit of an oily snake-oil salesman feel to it. He's got a bridge to sell, and you might just be the one that he wants to sell it to. Intelligent, well-educated, and well-spoken, he is capable of dealing with peers with style and flair, but also knows when to let go of some of the pretense and get real with people.
of the pretense and get real with people.)
Claudia Malespero + (There is a lot of personality tucked into …
There is a lot of personality tucked into a neat little package. Charming almost to a fault, she's never met someone that she hasn't attempted to charm, and if the first effort doesn't work that just means that she'll try harder the second time. It could be argued that she never takes a thing in the world seriously, but the reality is that when it comes to business she is nothing but serious even if it might be hidden beneath a friendly demeanor. Every aspect of her dealings with others are conducted by a strict code of behavior, and she is always true to her word. Even if that is detrimental to her own wants and needs.
is detrimental to her own wants and needs.)
Elias Leary + (There is a quiet confident strength and po …
There is a quiet confident strength and power to Elias. Contrasting the world around him, Elias is not at all about overstated declarations of passion or ferocity. That's not to say that he doesn't possess those fierce and fiery traits, but with Elias, still waters run deep and often more dangerously than shallow babbling brooks. A man of action, he seems to put more value on things that affect him in his daily life -- a good drink, pleasant company or the thrill of a good hunt speak significantly more to him.
good hunt speak significantly more to him.)
Faelan Navegant + (There is a quiet intensity to him, like a …
There is a quiet intensity to him, like a watching predator deciding if those he's looking at are food or not. At times that quiet intensity boils over into bursts of raging violence, and that change can often come on sudden and unexpectedly, bubbling just beneath the surface at all times, not worn openly on the sleeve. His normal demeanor is one of focus, methodical thought and action.
e of focus, methodical thought and action.)
Rowynna Blackshore + (There is always an air of frailty about th …
There is always an air of frailty about the young, earnest woman. As if she is uncertain where to place her next word. She only feels comfortable in her skin when there's books surrounding her with her journal open and inkwell filled. Social situations can be a bit awkward. Although, when back into a corner her stubbornness flairs showing that underneath the bookworm is the heart of a fierce protector.
okworm is the heart of a fierce protector.)
Vashtalyn Andalashari + (There is an odd mix of naivete and wisdom …
There is an odd mix of naivete and wisdom in this young woman, a sense that she has seen too much, yet also not enough, of the world around her. There is a whismsical, wide-eyed curiosity about her at times, while at other times, she can become somewhat aloof and withdrawn, mysteriously retreating into herself where none may reach her. Yet, when she is performing, she seems to come to life, a smoldering light of awareness shining in her eyes beneath dark lashes. Most within the Compact might consider her to be somewhat eccentric. She does, however, have a presence well-suited for the stage, a larger-than-life personality and charm designed to draw the eye.
nality and charm designed to draw the eye.)
Caith Thrax + (There is an unassuming energy about Caith, …
There is an unassuming energy about Caith, a warm, vivacious outpouring of herself into her surroundings that, despite her occasional forays into the fantastical or strange and a tendency to occasionally take metaphors really just too far, makes it difficult not to like her at least a little bit. Imaginative, creative and deeply generous, Caith's passion for life, for story and for a general, optimistic embrace of common humanity makes her a lively addition to most social situations. She wants adventure and romance, although to be clear, not too much romance, because she doesn't want to be tied down. She wants to be free to see the world. She wants to help people, and to give away more than she gets, but also not to give away too much, because she recognizes that it costs money to outfit an expedition, and to keep a girl in books she hasn't read. There is an elegance to her, a freewheeling grace, a lure that is hard to resist.
ling grace, a lure that is hard to resist.)
Nijah Masque + (There is certainly more than meets the eye …
There is certainly more than meets the eye to this meek and demure young woman. Soft spoken and quiet much of the time, she doesn't reveal much of what she's thinking, save for flashes of insight and knowledge. While shy, she is prone to bursts of energy and can be rather excitable, and once she's gotten going it's very difficult to get her to stop. Her rare smiles are all at once gentle and expressive, and those that manage to get her to open up are greeted to a warmth of laughter, and an exuberant eagerness to please.
ter, and an exuberant eagerness to please.)
Nijah Crown + (There is certainly more than meets the eye …
There is certainly more than meets the eye to this meek and demure young woman. Soft spoken and quiet much of the time, she doesn't reveal much of what she's thinking, save for flashes of insight and knowledge. While shy, she is prone to bursts of energy and can be rather excitable, and once she's gotten going it's very difficult to get her to stop. Her rare smiles are all at once gentle and expressive, and those that manage to get her to open up are greeted to a warmth of laughter, and an exuberant eagerness to please.
ter, and an exuberant eagerness to please.)
Nijah + (There is certainly more than meets the eye …
There is certainly more than meets the eye to this meek and demure young woman. Soft spoken and quiet much of the time, she doesn't reveal much of what she's thinking, save for flashes of insight and knowledge. While shy, she is prone to bursts of energy and can be rather excitable, and once she's gotten going it's very difficult to get her to stop. Her rare smiles are all at once gentle and expressive, and those that manage to get her to open up are greeted to a warmth of laughter, and an exuberant eagerness to please.
ter, and an exuberant eagerness to please.)
Tris Magaldi + (There is little to understand about the da …
There is little to understand about the dark-haired sailor who has become Tris. Though she might be occasionally expressive, it is usually in sour notes and muttered complaints. She seems a very guarded and untrusting sort by her looks, and her grumpy demeanor doesn't seem to dissuade that opinion. She shifts between arrogance and impatience to silent and observant in a tide more chaotic than the moon prescribes. Whatever she protects, a piece of who she once was or secret she'll die for, it is always on her mind. Her hand, likewise, always on a weapon or prepared to be one.
always on a weapon or prepared to be one.)
Gunter Crown + (There is something simmering in the heart …
There is something simmering in the heart of this man. Vitality lingers within where his spirit is strong. Gunter is even kilter but there are cracks in the surface. The man has experienced a recent traumatic loss and he has come in search of what comes next for a man in his mid-fifties. One who still holds the tools and vigor of his less scrupulous youth. He holds tight the memory of his beloved and he seems focused on not betraying her memory. He is gruff and skeptical of society and life. He has an inherent distrust of Houses and their great interests. He is merely more apt to trust or socialize with those of modest means and social rank. He holds some lingering resentment towards the knightly sorts.
ing resentment towards the knightly sorts.)
Gunther Crown + (There is something simmering in the heart …
There is something simmering in the heart of this man. Vitality lingers within where his spirit is strong. Gunter is even kilter but there are cracks in the surface. The man has experienced a recent traumatic loss and he has come in search of what comes next for a man in his mid-fifties. One who still holds the tools and vigor of his less scrupulous youth. He holds tight the memory of his beloved and he seems focused on not betraying her memory. He is gruff and skeptical of society and life. He has an inherent distrust of Houses and their great interests. He is merely more apt to trust or socialize with those of modest means and social rank. He holds some lingering resentment towards the knightly sorts.
ing resentment towards the knightly sorts.)
Gunther + (There is something simmering in the heart …
There is something simmering in the heart of this man. Vitality lingers within where his spirit is strong. Gunter is even kilter but there are cracks in the surface. The man has experienced a recent traumatic loss and he has come in search of what comes next for a man in his mid-fifties. One who still holds the tools and vigor of his less scrupulous youth. He holds tight the memory of his beloved and he seems focused on not betraying her memory. He is gruff and skeptical of society and life. He has an inherent distrust of Houses and their great interests. He is merely more apt to trust or socialize with those of modest means and social rank. He holds some lingering resentment towards the knightly sorts.
ing resentment towards the knightly sorts.)
Gerald Wilkerson + (There is something sprightly and jovial ab …
There is something sprightly and jovial about Gerald, easily given to smiles and amusements. All in all, he's something of a simple fellow, generally inclined towards mercantile matters and enjoying various vices. And, of course, a touch of a perchant for storytelling. Why, of course, he has done all these things! Yet, it's always like someone talking about the biggest fish they ever caught, with little aplomb.
fish they ever caught, with little aplomb.)

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