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"Even the simplest lives can be a story worth reciting. So do tell me a good tale, why don't you?"
༻✦ Sodalite Fiore ✦༺
Icon art by my dearest partner NovumSidus <3
Plain text ver || Mage bio || OOC info
༻✦ Basics ──────────────────────
Full name: Sodalite Fiore
Nicknames: Soda, Sodie as a cute one if you feel like making them do a double take
Age: 23
Gender: Go ask a Fey its gender, at this point
Pronouns: Any/All. Change it up by the day if you wanted or stick to just one, whatever works.
Orientation: Demi-pan. Apathetic to romantic approaches, but will entertain flirting for the fun of it.
Race: Half Arsa-Sidhe/Human
Height: 5'3" / 160cm
Home region: Duchy of Rulan
Culture: Valk, though they only care about the festivals and not much else
A critter of average build, with soft brown skin, generally rounded features and medium length fluffy hair, asymmetrically longer on their right. They have a swirling ahoge atop their head, teal eyes and a distinctive X shaped scar across their nose. Usually seen in their distinctive shade of teal- with a large hat and long cape adorned with a simple brooch each. Their outfit consists of a slightly padded white undershirt and purple-blue vest, black pants and leather fingerless gloves and boots.
In terms of clothing presentation they seem to not mind neither dresses nor pants, and would freely change it out by the day depending on what they feel like wearing if given the chance. They attempt to stay semi ambiguous, though seems to have mildly complicated feelings on being perceived as fully feminine or masculine despite not having much of a say regarding it.
────────────────────── Misc important things ✦༺
- Biologically mute. Could squeak out the smallest of noises if they pushed hard enough. But this would probably hurt severely. They seem to be rather unbothered by their muteness, beyond the inconvenience it causes at times
- Communicates mainly through writing. Can cast whisper as needed (other person is blind, can't safely write etc.) , but it's cognitively draining if kept up long term
- They keep a book on them to draft notes/discoveries and communicate, and a second one in their bag to cleanly organise rumors, stories and other such things from their rough notes
- Their neck and shoulders are covered in bite mark scars from many different vampires. Also now bears a notable scar with the initials M.M, and a more prominently marked bite on the other side. Occasionally seen as a fresh injury. A claim by one vampire in particular
────────────────────── Backstory ✦༺
Hailing from Rulan meant they lived a simple life. Raised alone by their sole father, a mercenary turned farmer who worked in the cotton fields. He taught them how to defend themself when they were old enough to hold a sword between the days of farming, just in case they wanted to follow the mercenary path.
Sodalite helped out around as they were growing up, though took an early interest in music and stories from the few books they had on hand. They dreamt of perhaps one day being capable enough of doing something so grand— to be renowned and their name known; influenced by tales of adventure and discovery.
They gained a particular interest in the Fey and their workings at some point. And so continued reading and gathering the tales, from the malicious to the somewhat mischevious. As they grew older, a bard who was passing through took them under their wing- and mentored the aspiring performer in the arts of entertainment.
It's not quite known how they got involved with smaller amounts of criminal circles, though they attest it to their odd luck that seems to curse them every now and then. Sodalite stays away from the majority of it, but isn't above their fairly innocent vibe to distract a guard or two away from fugitives.
Sodalite dabbles occasionally in writing proper stories of their own, subjects ranging from sweet love stories to the most unfortunate of tragedies. It isn't as much a business as it was a hobby they make a little extra money off of, seeing as they travelled so often. Eventually they made their way to the Spire, where they continue to seek out fables and the such.
Sodalite sees their life as more akin to an actor on a stage, their profession having bled into their personal views. Easily capable of exaggerating and lying on a whim to influence those around them. They're known to be quite sassy at times, despite their muteness. They can be confident one second, suddenly timid the next— putting on a mask of deceit to please another party is much easier than to keep to blatant honesty and risk their life.
Their loyalty isn't easy to earn, but to those who they choose to hold close— they attempt their best to be there as much as they can. They're warmer, and much more subtle yet more genuine in their expressions and actions. They are soft, and very loving to the ones they choose to let their walls down for. Though they still shy away from affection, having kept to themself for so long. Earn their trust, and keep it long enough— and you'll have gained someone who'll wait for you despite their known impatience, and someone who'll let themself be truthful.
Sodalite can come off quite impulsive. Especially when something catches their interests. Careful, yet never careful enough as they'd call themself. Not quite helped with their running streak of misfortune, now and then. They prioritise their survival as much they can- and if a situation starts looking too bad, they'll start turning tail and running. If caught in a situation where leaving isn't an option; they'll roll over and submit in hopes the other party sees them useful enough to keep alive. Bargaining aggressively until they either fear the person they're attempting to please too deeply to leave without outside help, or circumstances somehow shift in their favor.
Overall, they can be quite cunning- or hide behind a veil of ignorance at the drop of a hat. Survival is their top priority, even if it means they must bury their sense of self to appease to the world.
────────────────────── Extra Tidbits ✦༺
- Notoriously known to have a sweet tooth, and can be found spending some amount of their earnings on sweets and pastries
- In terms of instrument, they have a fiddle and generally ends up playing more upbeat songs by ear. Though they're also capable of more baroque pieces, having been taught that style of playing as well. They seem to have no personal preference
- Their associated flower is the myosotis / forget-me-not
- They quite enjoy flowers of all kinds IC as well!
- Quite the gossip collector. Comes in part with their occupation. Usually enjoys seeking out and jotting down rumors—most especially of those in higher positions. A few satires of nobles have likely gotten them in trouble before.
- Hobbies include journaling, flower pressing, napping and bug watching
- Is currently learning handsign!
- A little known to have a weak constitution. Their stamina is about average, but they get sick fairly easily and recover from ailments slightly slower than everyone else. Side effects from being fed on by a vampire for example, tend to leave them weakened for up to a week or a little over depending on how much blood was taken.
- Their sick state also occasionally occurs after high exertional activity, but overall doesn't seem to concern them too much
- Used to have a tattoo of a parchment and quill bound by chains that sat on their right arm; a remnant from their deal made with the Salesman, now faded and gone like it was never there…
Strength (-2) ☆☆
- Fortitude ☆☆
- Athletics ☆☆☆
- Forging ☆☆☆☆☆
Dexterity (1) ★
- Acrobatics ★★★
- Stealth ★★★
- Finesse ★★★
Intelligence (0)
- Healing ☆☆
- Perception ★★
- Research ★★
Harmony (2) ★★
- Arcana ★★★
- Nature ★
- Belief ★★★
༻✦ Relations ──────────────────────
Please feel free to reach out if you'd like your character to be added! I tend to be rather forgetful / only put those I am generally confident on the opinion of IC
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Florin
"It— no I… I barely even know where to start, anymore. I had hoped that day by the shore when the cursed salmon reared their heads that I was simply seeing things. Would it be cruel for me to say I wish to see you more? Do you hate me, still? Like the day you, and the rest of them left? There is a softness to your voice, your gaze; underneath the dead stare I had grown to love. It's odd. It hurts, when I see you. My heart hurts. Please, do not love me again the same I love you. It would be better for us both, wouldn't it?"
???
"Are you out there, still? Is it wrong of me to hope to see you again?"
???
"… do they all know I miss them, still? That they were the closest I could ever call family? Yet for their sakes, I hope we never cross paths again. I am… I am simply yearning for a past not meant for me."
Trusts
Rico
"Pleasant company, whilst the rest of the world currently seems to be burning… I do appreciate the relief of being able to simply be"
Friendly
Anwar
"A good bout of downtime is always welcome with friendly chats"
Caleb
"What is it like, to have such a large family who loves you so? Even for all the blood on your hands, the suffering of your past. You have found people who love you so. People to be strong for, even if it means burning yourself alive. I am… envious. It must feel so nice, to be surrounded by such people… please never come to care for me so. You have much too many burdens on your shoulders already."
Vittorio
"I wonder sometimes, how you are. Have you found a path for yourself? Freed from the shackles of your own past? I hope so"
Acquainted
Liatris
"You attempt to come too close. And that scares me."
Ignis
"I hope your newfound family treats you well"
Cosimo
"Never did get to taste your cooking…"
Méabh
"I wonder at times if there's something underneath your caring personality. I would not accuse you of having ulterior motives, necessarily. But at times I do wonder. Though, perhaps that is simply due to the fear of someone coming too close. You and Madama seem happy, at least"
Artimisa
"Still much like an older sister, in some form. Though, now she's currently still stuck in the dungeons…"
Nia
"You were killed, and returned to the living. It's a phenomenon I probably won't ever come to grow used to. Maybe for the better, end of the day… you are nice to have around as someone familiar. Someone reliable I could call upon"
Lillium
"Cares quite a lot, and rather sweet as well. Though I don't think I remember enough to say much more than that. She is a lovely person. For both our sakes I hope she never comes to care as deeply for me as she does the others."
Ralomir
"Beyond the first time we met, it's interesting to see how much you've gotten into so quickly. You are in… good hands, under Caleb."
Elijah
"Quite a fascinating person, whenever I hear of the things that happen… beyond all of it though, he is quite pleasant company. Cunning at that, if that game of murder mystery proved anything… suppose I should be weary of that side, at least."
The Stranger
"Continues to be quite lovely company. I am alright with current our standing, whatever it may be considered."
Chidi
"I… hm. Would pity be a good word? Perhaps, maybe. You were… interesting, when you lived. Alluding to a history maybe not too far from my own. Loud, reckless— a hunter, a beast to other people. I must admit I barely feel sadness for your death. Not because I did not care, but you are ultimately another connection, acquaintance, or whatever word one would use that has been snuffed out. May you rest well, wherever you have gone."
Neutral
Perilla
"At times I wonder what goes through your head… labelled as a traitor, now. Atop your running misfortunes of the past. Are you just unlucky, or do you enjoy the thrill of the risks? I suppose I wouldn't have any basis to assume anything, at the end of the day however."
Meridy
"I wonder how they are sometimes…"
Maliketh
"Do you still walk that lonely path?"
Lena
"Interesting lady, I suppose. Been quite the while since I've seen her."
Kyrus
He's good company, when I do get to see him out and about."
Alison
"Beyond the whole… vampire stuff. Honestly? Not bad company. Perhaps respectable, but I rather keep to her good side, knowing what she's capable of."
Grimshaw
"You are gentle, soft. Quick to care, and maybe quick to love. I can only hope you don't end up in the wrong situations. To ask to be a friend when we barely know each other feels foolish. But I can entertain the idea for you, I suppose."
Tyger
"Enthusiastically a little odd at times, but not a bad thing."
Harrison
"And so the curtain call on your chapter has been reached"
Conflicted
The Sculptor
"You were a teacher, at some point. I can see it in the way you seem to enjoy the title I chose. But, at the same time- you are an actor the same as I. How much can I trust you in the end?"
Dislikes
Caine
"It is… extremely rare that I truly have a distaste for someone, I've seen many people from so many walks of life. And yet you have done it, somehow. I wish you a swift end, when the ones aiming to take you down arrive at that point"
Fears
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