OOC Minecraft Username: Adelemphii Are you at least 18 years old?: Yes Have you read the rules? (Link): Yes(Optional) How did you hear about Avalore?: From a friend.(Max. 1) Were you referred by someone? If so, please provide their in-game username: Wyrvun In-Character Read the following prompt: The sound of clinking glasses and idle chatter welcome you in as you find yourself stepping into The Full Cask. An older man with a full mustache and warm smile beckons you over to the bar he's tending. His gazes washes over you, a glint of some knowing look shining in his eyes. As you sit, his voice rumbles out: "Hello there stranger! What can I get for you?"  After you order, he continues to make small talk. "You must be a newcomer. I'm Maarten, glad to meet you." He says with a certain kindness in his tone.  "Tell me, what brings you to the Spire?"   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?)Usage of AI to generate, modify or translate the writing on your application will result in denial of your whitelist. There will be no chance to re-apply afterwards. Your Response: Vaelith came to a halt by the bar’s side, pressing her hands firmly against the closest empty stool as she hopped upon it. Various trinkets jangled on her form, a bone dagger which hung from her neck, small golden hoops which clasped her ears, and others. The girl swept her braided hair across her shoulder while offering the man a warm greeting, “Greetings! Lovely place you have here,” Vaelith glanced briefly around the place, taking in the sights of those who freely conversed throughout.  “A dark ale, if you have any. I’ve never been this far from home before, it’s quite exciting.” She spoke with an upturn of her lips, darkened fingers tapping upon the bar and giving away the nerves which filled her entire being. “I am Vaelith, of the Ashlands! I came with a kinsman of mine, and I seek pilgrimage through exploration of unknown territories-” Vaelith dipped her head in appreciation to Maarten as he poured her drink, fishing out a few coins as payment. “-as well as to gain experience as a warrior and leader.” “I seek to prove myself in the name of the Fire Dragon, to conquer and obtain a worthy tribute to show my dedication to carry out the duties of my ancestors.” A pause permeated through her being as she glanced about the place once more, gaze lingering upon the dark corners of the bar where no light dared shine. “Is it.. Always so dark in this place?” Vaelith’s gaze turned back to Maarten, “It’s a bit unsettling, dark things tend to prosper in places devoid of light, you know? It is only through light that we can vanquish our enemies.” She spoke with a naivety befitting one who had never sought to look beyond the simple divide between light and dark, listening to the bartender’s response to her question. “Well.. I can’t refute that, but it’s still unsettling. Ahh.. well, I have many questions about this Spire place we’re in.. Is there really not much known about it despite such a city growing at its base?” Character Name: Vaelith of the Ashlands Character Race: Fey-Touched Character Age: 19 Character Height: 4’9” Brief Physical Description: Vaelith is a short Fey-Touched woman with dark umber skin and long, unruly black hair. Her solid crimson eyes mark her heritage, while darkened fingertips and patches of charcoal-colored draconic scales cover her toned limbs sparsely. Attached to her hair and clothing were various bone and metal trinkets, each symbolizing an individual trial completed from her homeland, to which she held dear. Image of Skin and Figura Model: NameMC Page