New to Giralda, I see. Well, it takes all sorts around here. Take that shifty-eyed weasel by the fire.
Oh, he acts looks like a simple merchant, peddling meager wares, but watch what you say around him. The Empire’s got ears everywhere...
See those two there? They seem all chummy now, but that’s only because Var is trying to convince Jarek to desert the navy in Thisbē and join
those lawless bastards who sail from the Spice Isles. I’m sure that one will kill the other before the week is out, once they’ve got what they want from each other.
Then there’s always the usual mercs; bastards who’d happily kill their own mothers for a coin. Oh, they say those twins from Brelan aren’t so bad,
but a merc is a merc, and money is all they see.
At least there're no damned elves here tonight. One got uppity last month when I insisted the
bastard slept in the stables. A damn generous offer for a half-breed, if you ask me!
Mind yourself if you head into the Wilds. It’s full of things that
would happily eat you and shit you out without a second thought. Even the people who hunt those things are more beast than civil.
Anyway stranger,
what'll it be: a room, or a drink?
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Eyes: brown [break] Hair color: brown [break] Height: 5’9" [break] Weight: 128lbs [break][break] Birthmarks: none [break] Scars: none that are interesting or worth mentioning. [break] Distinguishing Features: Lyanna is stunningly beautiful, and poised. Although her eyes are dark, they still seem to glimmer brightly. She has high cheekbones and a distinguished smile, laugh, and an accented voice, as she is not originally from Thisbē. [break] Tattoos: none [break][break] Attire: Dresses elegantly and unique (though mostly because her fashion resembles that of Katteia. When she is in the comfort of her own home, or not having to portray herself for what she is, she likes to dress in simple gowns to blend in with regular society.
[attr="class","about_1"]PERSONALITY
[attr="class","skinny_content"] Lyanna is kind with a bright and caring personality. She is light-hearted, genuine, and tries to find the bright side of everything. She can come across as naive and innocent, mostly due to living a sheltered life, but she is strong-willed and can defend and stand up to herself and others. She can be stubborn and hard to convince to do anything that is out of the norm for her. Growing up with five brothers has made her tough, but her mother forced her to learn to be a proper lady with poise and delicateness. There are various layers of Lyanna and it all depends on how she is treated, or what her mood is, that will determine which side comes out of her. [break][break] Likes: Bright colors, flowers, horses, cats, laughing, art, reading and writing letters, having deep and meaningful conversations, sweet foods, and fruit. [break][break] Dislikes: Rude and cruel people, arrogance, dishonesty, eating meat, people who cannot be patient, insects.
[attr="class","about_1"]INVENTORY
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Animals: her black stallion she named Asva, an Abyssinian cat she named Astrid. [break][break] Weapons: a sword her eldest brother had made specifically for her, various daggers[break][break] Misc: many pieces of jewelry, beautiful gowns, books, interesting pieces of artwork, artifacts, and decor from her homeland. She has a necklace that she never removes but is typically hidden under her clothing.
[attr="class","about_1"]FAMILY TIES
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Parents: Alaric and Revna Vestalis [break][break] SIBLINGS: 4 older brothers: Benjamin, Eirik, Tomas and Matthias. 1 younger brother: Kristoffer.
[attr="class","about_1"]SKILLS
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Magic: Empathy. [break][break] Power(s): When Lyanna is close to someone, she can sense their feelings and emotions. But when she touches them, she can actually draw in the energy of the emotion and take it on herself until contact is broken. This power is the price she pays for the purpose of the necklace she wears, which essentially keeps her alive. [break][break] Combat: She does not appear to have the strength or ability to fight, but she is actually very trained with the sword (Her brothers made sure of it). [break][break] Passive: Fast, quiet (sneaking) and tracking. [break][break] Misc: Highly educated, can sing, is an excellent dancer, she is somewhat of an artist, though never shows anyone her work. She is good at convincing others. [break][break]
[attr="class","about_1"]FREEFORM HISTORY
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Lyanna was the 5th out of 6 children born to Alaric and Revna Vestalis, and their only daughter. Being from the royal family, Lyanna was raised mostly by the handmaidens and servants, though her parents still gave her attention and care when needed. Being the only daughter, had both its advantages and disadvantages. Her father often made her feel like a disappointment for not being another son but also adored her as if she were a doll. Her mother ingrained everything about being a proper lady and princess material, and a couple of her brothers snuck her away to train her to defend herself or give her moments of freedom to be herself.
When she was ten years old, she mysteriously fell ill and nearly died. Her parents and the rest of the kingdom searched for various solutions to try and heal the princess. Just when it seemed hopeless, someone came to the kingdom with the nectar they claimed came from a special flower in the forest. They made the princess drink this and the next morning, she woke from her sickened state, bright and healthy. It was a miracle.
Just when everything seemed to go back to normal, Lyanna suddenly fell ill again, worse than the last time. They tried the nectar again and it had the same result. This happened several times, and each time came sooner, more sudden, and harsher than the last time. They knew the flower would run out of its powers eventually if they gave it to her as often as she would need. So her mother called upon a witch of the kingdom. The woman was able to trap some of the nectar into a gem, enchanting it with the powers. So long as Lyanna wore the gem on her, it would keep her from falling ill again.
Her family was thrilled to have found a solution and keep Lyanna alive. But with magic, always comes a price. Unknowingly to anyone, Lyanna developed a gift (or curse) of empathy. Rather than suffering from her own illness and emotions, she tends to feel and draw them in from others when she comes in close contact with them. She leaves the person with a feeling of peace and temporary ease, as she draws in their pain and discomforts until contact is broken. Lyanna never told anyone of this, for fear that someone would accuse her of not appreciating what she was given.
Since Lyanna would never be heir to the Katteia throne, her father has made great strides to try and find suitors that would ensure her success and provide powerful allies to the kingdom.
