OOC
Minecraft Username: Aibori
Are you at least 18 years old?: Yes
Have you read the rules? (Link): Yes
(Max. 1) Were you referred by someone? If so, please provide their in-game username: Yes by AnxiousSmile and MustCarryOn.
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In-Character
Read the following prompt:
The rhythmic lull of hoofbeats are a marching drum to the small group of pioneers and variety of folk you have found yourself amongst, packed into a wobbling wagon. The rolling plains of the Southern Reach and a clear sky stretch out all around you, the buzz of excited chatter a dull wash in your ears as your mind strays to your former life and what has led you here to new lands.
“Nervous?”
You blink, returning to the present moment. A kindly older woman sat near you is smiling warmly with a crinkle to her eyes.
“I can tell it’s your first time. Still remember mine,” she flashes a grin and leans in.
“Tell me my dear, why have you come to the Reach?”
How do you respond (in character)? (250 word minimum - please make sure to include at least three references to our lore in your response, with two coming from different pages in the Compendium. Two of the three selected should also be in-depth, avoid simply name-dropping lore terms. Tie the terms into your character's backstory. Why are they important to them?)
It took a few moments longer of processing and blinking before the Arse Sidhe woman realized she was being questioned and questions usually prompt an answer. She was usually a quiet sort and enjoyed watching others conversate rather than allowing herself to join in. Even then, her lack of conversational skills was showing as she awkwardly stared at the lady, truthfully debating on not saying anything.
Ophelia's mother and father would bite her head off if she tried to simply ignore the older lady. They raised her like many Falstoner children: ramming humility and respect through a thick skull. Offering a smile, she laughed shortly at the woman's initial observation. "Just selling some wares for my folks," she answered softly, patting the fairly large bag next to her that clinked and clacked from within with each wobble of the wagon. "Will be my first time being far from home, though. Everything here is so different. My family traveled with the Star Seers, you know? They only travels at night so being up in the middle of day like this feels odd." Rubbing the back of her neck she definitely seemed uneasy, continuing to overshare. "Only familiar thing giving me comfort is how this wagon is tottering as much as the one I slept in back home! How I miss the creaking sound as I looked up at the stars..."
As her words began to drift, she found herself thinking about the life she would be leaving behind for who knows how long. Her family left the Korami homeland and unforgiving towns for the simpler countryside. And now she is finding herself going into a populated town. As she realized her gaze faltering away from the lady, she forced herself to perk up. "At least I can look at the stars from The Spire? I heard it's a wonderful sight."
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Character Name: Opehlial'lyn Gysseanea
Character Race: Arse Sidhe
Character Age: 24
Brief Physical Description: Ophelial'lyn has a rosy but cool tan, skin dotted with moles here and there. She's 5'6 if including her rather large, curly platinum blonde hair. She is normally found wearing very intricately patterned fabrics and much jewelry.
