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Aedan Yorke
"Tolerance becomes a crime when applied to evil."
-Thomas Mann
Name:
Aedan Geoffrey Yorke.
Nickname:
Kingsblade (Or 'Heathen' to many)
Age:
Thirty-one
Gender:
Male.
Sexuality:
Heterosexual
Relationship Status:
Unmarried
Rank:
Captain of the Guard
Title:
Ser Yorke The Godless, Guard-Captain of Noble Falor
Kingdom:
Falor
In Depth Appearance:
Clearly of a northern origin, Aedan's skin is a paler shade of white, and his eyes a deep blue. His hair is a short, dark brown, and his face is covered in a trimmed beard which extends a little more than two inches from his face. Aedan's jaw is squared, and his teeth white, for the most part a handsome individual. However, his eyes are generally somewhat baggy, and there are more than a few scars - mostly along his arms, which detract from the man's appearance. He stands at six foot, and his build is athletic and muscular.
Usually he wears a maroon jacket with a brown tunic beneath, his armour his fairly simple comparatively to common, and more regal guards-wear. Mostly treated and studded hide, his armour is primarily around his neck, shoulders and upper arms, along with a pair of iron graves which serve as the strongest part of his armour. Around his neck, he wears a carved bone amulet of an axe.
Usually he wears a maroon jacket with a brown tunic beneath, his armour his fairly simple comparatively to common, and more regal guards-wear. Mostly treated and studded hide, his armour is primarily around his neck, shoulders and upper arms, along with a pair of iron graves which serve as the strongest part of his armour. Around his neck, he wears a carved bone amulet of an axe.
M Y Q U I R K S
Habits | Quirks | Oddities
- Pulling at individual hairs of his beard, particularly around the chin.
- Tugging on threads of his clothing.
- Speaks with a clearly northern accent (somewhat nordic)
- Habit of tapping his fingers against his knuckles
- Regularly humming/whistling a song in his head
Hobbies:
- Gambling
- Sword-play
- Horse-riding
Likes:
- Spiced Food
- A good sense of humour
- Gentlemanly Conduct
- The Perks of Good Fortune
- Alcohol (of any kind)
- Cold Weather
- Honourable Duels
Dislikes:
- Hot Weather
- Priests
- Quiet Nights
- Parties/Feasts
- Immaturity
- Religion
- Dishonourable Actions
Fears:
- Isolation
- Religious Fanaticism
- Snakes
- Loss of Standing/Respect
Personality:
♦ Confident ♦ Hostile ♦ Selfless ♦ Regimental ♦
Fiercely loyal to the kingdom he serves, Aedan holds his image, his duty and his station above all of the more personal aspects of his life. He would, and has sacrificed many personal titles and holdings in order to retain his position as Guard-Captain. Many a dream has been put on hold by Aedan for his duty, but it is not something he lingers on - Aedan enjoys the privileges and perks that come with being a Guard-Captain, and has no desire to give them up. Aedan is gentle and calm when it comes to those he trusts, and especially in relation to Children, whom he has quite the soft-spot for.
As inspired to serve as he is, Aedan can be somewhat abrasive and even hostile when dealing with those he does not already know and trust, especially in recent years. While he appreciates a good joke every now and then, and enjoys relaxing as much as the next person - it can be difficult for Aedan to 'Switch off' at a any point, most of his time is spent focusing on his work and his duty to protecting the Noble family of Falor. Generally, he can appear as somewhat of an ass to most people he comes across, but he doesn't particularly care, Aedan has never attempted to really present a decent image past a loyal and strong guard.
As inspired to serve as he is, Aedan can be somewhat abrasive and even hostile when dealing with those he does not already know and trust, especially in recent years. While he appreciates a good joke every now and then, and enjoys relaxing as much as the next person - it can be difficult for Aedan to 'Switch off' at a any point, most of his time is spent focusing on his work and his duty to protecting the Noble family of Falor. Generally, he can appear as somewhat of an ass to most people he comes across, but he doesn't particularly care, Aedan has never attempted to really present a decent image past a loyal and strong guard.
D E F I N I N G M Y P A S T
History:
Born in the north to a group of barbarians, Aedan's village was raided by Falor's military forces when he was young, the raid claiming the life of both his parents. Barely young enough to remember, Aedan was taken in by a Cavalry officer compassionate enough to bring the boy to a better life. Returning to one of Falor's most northern cities - Talonvale - Aedan was raised by the same Cavalry officer who saved him, growing up without a mother, for the man was unmarried. An educated and privileged man, Aedan's step-father was able to teach the boy how to read, and gave him a basic education in most things, including swordplay.
Considering the vast majority of those he grew up around did not know Aedan's origins, he was welcomed wholly into Falor's society, and most of his young life was simple and civilized. When he was sixteen, Aedan joined the Talonvale city guard, performing admirably in the first few years of his appointment. Aedan demonstrated marvelous skills with the sword and an idealism and striving to justice and adherence to law. By the time he was twenty-one, he had become a Lieutenant in the City Guard, and was earning a fair bit. Most of this money went to his father, who at the time had become quite ill, hoping to treat his father through both medicine and prayer, it was not enough, and Aedan's step-father passed away in less than a year.
Grief-stricken by his father's death, Aedan refused to believe that if there was truly a god, they had simply let his father die, and so he became disheartened with the idea of religion, and renounced his ties to it. Having little more for himself in Talonvale apart from his appointment as a City Guardsman, Aedan spoke to the captain, and with his assistance, was able to gain an appointment in the Royal Guard. Aedan found he fit in well with the Royal Guard, already an ideal swordsman and keeper of the peace - but he did not fit well with the sudden perks he received. Aedan never quite dropped his regimental, law-man's attitude, and his holding to his duty did not go unnoticed.
After many years of service, Aedan was appointed to replace the deceased Captain of the Royal Guard, and appointed a knight-hood for his loyal years of service. During the war, Aedan has been as much a soldier answering directly to the King as he has been a guardsman, and the King of Falor has used Aedan for many means, from hunting down and executing spies, to quelling riots in the city.
Considering the vast majority of those he grew up around did not know Aedan's origins, he was welcomed wholly into Falor's society, and most of his young life was simple and civilized. When he was sixteen, Aedan joined the Talonvale city guard, performing admirably in the first few years of his appointment. Aedan demonstrated marvelous skills with the sword and an idealism and striving to justice and adherence to law. By the time he was twenty-one, he had become a Lieutenant in the City Guard, and was earning a fair bit. Most of this money went to his father, who at the time had become quite ill, hoping to treat his father through both medicine and prayer, it was not enough, and Aedan's step-father passed away in less than a year.
Grief-stricken by his father's death, Aedan refused to believe that if there was truly a god, they had simply let his father die, and so he became disheartened with the idea of religion, and renounced his ties to it. Having little more for himself in Talonvale apart from his appointment as a City Guardsman, Aedan spoke to the captain, and with his assistance, was able to gain an appointment in the Royal Guard. Aedan found he fit in well with the Royal Guard, already an ideal swordsman and keeper of the peace - but he did not fit well with the sudden perks he received. Aedan never quite dropped his regimental, law-man's attitude, and his holding to his duty did not go unnoticed.
After many years of service, Aedan was appointed to replace the deceased Captain of the Royal Guard, and appointed a knight-hood for his loyal years of service. During the war, Aedan has been as much a soldier answering directly to the King as he has been a guardsman, and the King of Falor has used Aedan for many means, from hunting down and executing spies, to quelling riots in the city.
M I S C .
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Archery
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Teaching Swordplay
Extra:
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Ser Yorke the Godless
{"I don’t know if God exists, but it would be better for His reputation if He didn’t."}
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Rhoslyn Mary (Husband's name) De Leantlir
"Love is irrelevant to people like us, a privilege that we do not share."
-Reign
Name:
Rhoslyn Mary (Husband's name) De Leantlir
Nickname:
The Young Queen
Age:
25
Gender:
Female
Sexuality:
Heterosexual
Relationship Status:
Married
Rank:
Queen Consort
Title:
The Queen of Ostwall
Kingdom:
Falor by birth, Ostwall by Marriage
In Depth Appearance:
Rhoslyn took after her mother in stature, she builds small and delicate in comparison to her tall, broad built father. The young queen often sporting expensive jewelry as a token of the King's affections. Being the queen, she wears fine clothes to suit her high station. Rhoslyn is fond of wearing flowers in her hair, the soft beauty it gives her completing her well-maintained facade. Her nails and hair are immaculate. Her brown hair is neatly pulled away from her face. A soft smile is never far from Rhoslyn’s face, her tone honeyed and soft. Her presence often puts others at ease. It was her beauty that attracted the King of Ostwall.
M Y Q U I R K S
Habits | Quirks | Oddities
- Speaks to her pets as they're human beings
- Steals sweets from the kitchen when she is upset
- Baths every night by the fireplace's glow
- Leaves a trail of flowers behind with each visit to the garden
- The dogs goes wherever she goes
Hobbies:
- Horseback Riding
- Gardening
- Sewing
Likes:
- Sweets
- Gifts
- Wearing the fashionable dresses
- Spoiling her pets
- Exploring her garden
Dislikes:
- Ale
- Anyone speaking ill of her dogs.
- Vicious Rumors
- Liars
- Boiled calf's head
Fears:
- Fail to bare the King with a son.
- The public beheading
- Her Father
- Pests
Personality:
♦ Humble ♦ Childish ♦ Carefree ♦ Hopeless Romantic ♦
Generally content with her life, and can often be found humming along to a tune or skipping around the castle. She tends to be rather an innocent, which is rare to find for a woman her age. She’s incredibly book smart, but her knowledge in Falor politics tend to be lacking. She is quite fond of the perks that come with being Queen of Ostwall. Rhoslyn is dreamy and eccentric, not seeming to notice or care about what others think of her. She does whatever she wants, never seeming to notice the weird stares when she decides to dance barefoot in the rain or sit in a tree singing with the birds. Rhoslyn enjoys exploring nature, fond of climbing trees and riding Zeus.
D E F I N I N G M Y P A S T
History:
Rhoslyn is the daughter to one of Falor’s richest, and strictest, cloth merchants. Growing up, she was spoiled and always had anything she wanted, having new gowns and jewelry every other day. She was the apple of her mother’s eyes and her father had big plans for her, searching for a perfect suitor for his daughter ever since she was a few months old. As a child, Rhoslyn was lively and cheerful, she loved to attract the attention, not always for all the right reasons. She was smart and could talk anyone into doing things to her likes, sometimes even her own father. A woman is well known for her beauty and fashion sense. She was different since she was little, people would not only talk about her beautiful appearance and fashion choices but also about her constant denial to be second best to any man. Her leading and sociable nature though made her loved and liked by many people, especially royals. She loved to attend balls and go out, she rules Falor’s social scene as a teenager. It was during one of these balls she attended that she met a man and fell in love. He was a few years older than her, but she did not mind. The two started seeing each other in secret and their relationship lasted for a long while.
When her father found out, he arranged a marriage for her immediately. The man she loved was an actor and her father did not approve of him, nor did he want him to take his daughter’s hand in marriage. Even though the man had proposed they eloped and ran away together, she knew she had to choose between family duty and their love. Forced by her father to give up the man she loved, only weeks later, Rhoslyn was condemned to marry a man she felt nothing for. The man who she loved traveled away on the high seas and she were left alone. Therefore, she didn’t have much of a choice when she was forced to wed to the King of, in order to save her family and their name. She didn’t love him, but she, at least, liked him even though he was much older than her.
The true change in her life came when her son was born. It was the happiest moment of her life and she grew closer to her husband throughout the pregnancy and birth. They became the ideal family. Fate, however, had other plans for them, and her son passed away at age three. Rhoslyn became depressed. A few months later, she discovered that she is once again with child and doesn't know how she should handle the situation.
When her father found out, he arranged a marriage for her immediately. The man she loved was an actor and her father did not approve of him, nor did he want him to take his daughter’s hand in marriage. Even though the man had proposed they eloped and ran away together, she knew she had to choose between family duty and their love. Forced by her father to give up the man she loved, only weeks later, Rhoslyn was condemned to marry a man she felt nothing for. The man who she loved traveled away on the high seas and she were left alone. Therefore, she didn’t have much of a choice when she was forced to wed to the King of, in order to save her family and their name. She didn’t love him, but she, at least, liked him even though he was much older than her.
The true change in her life came when her son was born. It was the happiest moment of her life and she grew closer to her husband throughout the pregnancy and birth. They became the ideal family. Fate, however, had other plans for them, and her son passed away at age three. Rhoslyn became depressed. A few months later, she discovered that she is once again with child and doesn't know how she should handle the situation.
M I S C.
Extracurricular Activities:
- Attending Jousting Matches
- Archery
- Exploring Nature
Extra:
Tragedy
Anything Else:
Gifts from the King.
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Sir Godfrey the Pious
" I am not afraid of an army of lions led by a sheep; I am afraid of an army of sheep led by a lion."
-Alexander the Great
Name:
Godfrey Balian Van Der Woodsen.
Nickname:
Hotspur
Age:
29
Gender:
Male
Sexuality:
Heterosexual
Relationship Status:
Widower
Rank:
Bastard brother to the King of Seabel, Field Marshal
Title:
Sir Godfrey the Pious
Kingdom:
Seabel
In Depth Appearance:
Godfrey stands at a rather short 5 foot 9 and has a thin, yet slightly muscular physique. His hair is a curly dirty blonde and is often left unkempt and unstyled. His eyes are a pale blue, often sticking out against his regularly dirty or grimy skin. He often has a beard, kept rather short and close to the grain. It is a slightly darker colour than his hair, and could be considered more brown than blonde. He has various scars over his arms, but his most notable scar is a large bear claw scar that traces across his chest.
He can often be seen wearing a tabard bearing the sigil of house Seabel. He dislikes the formalities of high society and it's clothing, and often wears a lighter version of his armour made from leather and cloth when not at an important event.
He can often be seen wearing a tabard bearing the sigil of house Seabel. He dislikes the formalities of high society and it's clothing, and often wears a lighter version of his armour made from leather and cloth when not at an important event.
M Y Q U I R K S
Habits | Quirks | Oddities
- Very religious, prays to gods before and after every battle and before he sleeps.
- Has a habit of flicking his sword as if to get any liquids off of it, even when there are none on it.
- Uses snuff rather than the traditional pipe or cigarette.
- Believes his right arm to be longer than his left, when it isn't.
- Rolls dice before making any important decision.
Hobbies:
- Hunting
- Archery
- Jousting
- Pub Games
- Sparring
Likes:
- Ale
- Foreign weaponry
- Books every now and then, most either on his gods or on warfare
- Beautiful Women
- The lute, although he cannot play a chord of it
Dislikes:
- People denying his right to be in the royal family
- 'Heretics'
- Un-honourable fighters
- Water
- Potatoes
Fears:
- Drowning
- Dishonour
- Losing his mind
Personality:
♦ Loyal ♦ Ignorant ♦ Trustworthy ♦ Bloodthirsty ♦
Godfrey is an extremely pious person, to the point of fanatics. He expresses a deep love for his gods and supports the church wholeheartedly, to the point where he sees anyone who refuses to convert to his religion as a heretic who must be destroyed. However, do not get the idea that Godfrey is a religious spoilsport who does not allow fun and lives only for religion. He likes a pint as much as any male in the kingdom, and is extremely partial to a pub game when he gets the chance to play them.
You would expect him to feel snubbed by his lack of a claim to the throne, however Godfrey has a much different opinion on the matters. He sees himself as a much better military tactician than he does a king. He supports the king fully and would never think of traitorous plans.
Godfrey's home is in battle. He knows his men and they know him and as a result they work extremely well as one unit. A skilled swordsman, Godfrey isn't one to get cocky with his abilities and much prefers to just go in for the kill rather than taunt his opponent.
You would expect him to feel snubbed by his lack of a claim to the throne, however Godfrey has a much different opinion on the matters. He sees himself as a much better military tactician than he does a king. He supports the king fully and would never think of traitorous plans.
Godfrey's home is in battle. He knows his men and they know him and as a result they work extremely well as one unit. A skilled swordsman, Godfrey isn't one to get cocky with his abilities and much prefers to just go in for the kill rather than taunt his opponent.
D E F I N I N G M Y P A S T
History:
Godfrey was born as the bastard son of a king and a whore. While out at war with a tribe of tormenting barbarians, the king's encampment within a village was surrounded, and death seemed inevitable. He, of course, had sex with a random whore and managed to get her pregnant while in the encampment. Luckily enough, reinforcements came and saved the king and his small army from the barbarians.
Godfrey was born months later, with no support from the king or the royal family. His mother proved his existence as a member of the royal family using various letters the king had written to her after the event at the village. However, this evidence was not recognized and was seen as nothing more than propaganda by other nations.
Nevertheless, Godfrey grew up wanting to prove himself as a member of the royal family. He knew no other way to prove himself than to join the military in their latest holy crusade to the unsettled lands. During his service in the military, Godfrey learned more and more about religion from the priests that accompanied the army and became a devout follower. He became renowned for his prodigal abilities with a blade, and eventually managed to even meet the king because of how quickly he was ascending the ranks. He showed the king the letters proving him as a member of the royal family. Of course, the king had very little recollection of that day and could not care less if Godfrey was his son or not, but he did see the militaristic advantage in accepting him into the family.
Godfrey had become somewhat of a legend among the ranks. His leadership skills and masterful swordsmanship earned him respect among just about every troop within the army. The king could obviously use this to garner support for the royal family and himself and accepted Godfrey into the family, but with a few limitations. While he was officially a member of the royal family, Godfrey would still be recognized as a bastard and would not be able to contend for the throne or receive the benefits he would have as a pure blooded son. He received land in the north and a borough to manage from afar and collect tax from.
Godfrey was born months later, with no support from the king or the royal family. His mother proved his existence as a member of the royal family using various letters the king had written to her after the event at the village. However, this evidence was not recognized and was seen as nothing more than propaganda by other nations.
Nevertheless, Godfrey grew up wanting to prove himself as a member of the royal family. He knew no other way to prove himself than to join the military in their latest holy crusade to the unsettled lands. During his service in the military, Godfrey learned more and more about religion from the priests that accompanied the army and became a devout follower. He became renowned for his prodigal abilities with a blade, and eventually managed to even meet the king because of how quickly he was ascending the ranks. He showed the king the letters proving him as a member of the royal family. Of course, the king had very little recollection of that day and could not care less if Godfrey was his son or not, but he did see the militaristic advantage in accepting him into the family.
Godfrey had become somewhat of a legend among the ranks. His leadership skills and masterful swordsmanship earned him respect among just about every troop within the army. The king could obviously use this to garner support for the royal family and himself and accepted Godfrey into the family, but with a few limitations. While he was officially a member of the royal family, Godfrey would still be recognized as a bastard and would not be able to contend for the throne or receive the benefits he would have as a pure blooded son. He received land in the north and a borough to manage from afar and collect tax from.
M I S C .
Extracurricular Activities:
- Pub Games
- Archery competitions
- Tournaments
- Drinking
Extra:
Fantasy, particularly the works of Terry Pratchett
Lady Selah Pemberly
"God created woman to tame man."
-Voltaire
Name:
Selah Aniese Pemberly
Nickname:
Her fathers daughter, The White Rose of Falor, and Sweet Seelie.
Age:
Seventeen
Gender:
Female
Sexuality:
Heterosexual
Relationship Status:
Betrothed to King Elroy of Falor
Rank:
Nobility, and future Queen of Falor
Title:
Lady
Kingdom:
Falor
In Depth Appearance:
Selah is beautiful, and out of her three sisters, she resembles her mother the most. Her mother was once called The Flower of Falor, as Selah is now called The White Rose. She has straight ash blonde hair that is lightly layered, and reaches the middle of her back. The sun naturally lightens her hair a shade or two in the summer months. Her skin is an attractive light tan, with warm honey undertones, and is blemish free. Big hazel doe eyes are the most prominent feature on her small round face. The tricky thing about her eyes is that they seem to change color in different lighting, from green to brown and back again. In the sunshine filled days they appear purely green, and in the candlelit night they appear more of a mix of green, browns, and gold flecks. She has a button nose, a small mouth with pouty lips, and a peaked cupid's Bow. She is considered petite, as she has a small frame, and is 5'3, weighing in around 107 pounds.
Her dresses and gowns are all made of the finest materials available, with silks, velvets, satins, and soft linens her go to choices. She tends to be drawn towards the more simple and feminine designs. Using more simple fabric patterns, she embellishes her gowns with lace, ribbons, intricate embroidery, and bead-work. If she is not wearing her hair just plainly down, she is most likely sporting some kind of pretty braided styling. She reserves updos and curls for special occasions, like masquerades, and evening balls. Her jewelry also tends to be on the simpler side, as she forgoes the more popular choice of ornate designs and multiple stones. Pearls, diamonds, aquamarine, and citrine are her favorite gems. Selah prefers silver to gold, but her true favorite is rose gold. She typically smells of airy flowers, as she bathes ever night in aromatic floral infused water, and uses jasmine scented body oils.
Her dresses and gowns are all made of the finest materials available, with silks, velvets, satins, and soft linens her go to choices. She tends to be drawn towards the more simple and feminine designs. Using more simple fabric patterns, she embellishes her gowns with lace, ribbons, intricate embroidery, and bead-work. If she is not wearing her hair just plainly down, she is most likely sporting some kind of pretty braided styling. She reserves updos and curls for special occasions, like masquerades, and evening balls. Her jewelry also tends to be on the simpler side, as she forgoes the more popular choice of ornate designs and multiple stones. Pearls, diamonds, aquamarine, and citrine are her favorite gems. Selah prefers silver to gold, but her true favorite is rose gold. She typically smells of airy flowers, as she bathes ever night in aromatic floral infused water, and uses jasmine scented body oils.
M Y Q U I R K S
Habits | Quirks | Oddities
- Hates wearing shoes, prefers to go barefoot whenever she can.
- Ambidextrous.
- Very low alcohol tolerance.
- Always has coins in her purse to give to beggars and peasants.
- Bites her bottom lip when she is nervous.
- Ambidextrous.
- Very low alcohol tolerance.
- Always has coins in her purse to give to beggars and peasants.
- Bites her bottom lip when she is nervous.
Hobbies:
- Needlework
- Playing Card Games
- Writing/Calligraphy
- Charity
- Reading
- Playing the Harp & Harpsichord
- Astronomy
- Painting
- Horseback Riding
- Playing Card Games
- Writing/Calligraphy
- Charity
- Reading
- Playing the Harp & Harpsichord
- Astronomy
- Painting
- Horseback Riding
Likes:
- Sweets
- Ocean
- Children
- Flowers
- Pearls
- Small Animals
- Perfume & Fragrant Oils
- Archery
- Mythology
- Ocean
- Children
- Flowers
- Pearls
- Small Animals
- Perfume & Fragrant Oils
- Archery
- Mythology
Dislikes:
- Gambling
- Stupidity
- Barbarians
- Winter
- Bugs
- Toads
- Sitting for portraits
- Cabbage
- Stupidity
- Barbarians
- Winter
- Bugs
- Toads
- Sitting for portraits
- Cabbage
Fears:
- Becoming ill
- Giving Birth
- Disappointing her Father
- Snakes
- Failing
- Giving Birth
- Disappointing her Father
- Snakes
- Failing
Personality:
♦ Thoughtful ♦ Perfectionist ♦ Clever ♦ Deceptive ♦
Selah is a true protegè of her father Count ___, she is a gifted manipulator who knows how to maneuver her way in court politics. She is capable of exuding the courtly behavior and courtesies expected of a queen, while still privately engaging in palace intrigues to increase her family's power, and please her father. Although Selah has had to develop many different facades depending on who she is trying to manipulate, she is genuinely good hearted, compassionate, and kind. To the court Selah is known for her beauty, charitable works, intelligence, and gentle demureness. Everyone tends to underestimate her because she has a innocent face and sweet voice. She knows how to play a part, but being her true self is more of a challenge, and something she reserves only for those close to her.
Selah is always striving for flawlessness and setting excessively high standards for herself, resulting in quite a lot of disappointment, and irritation when things don't go as planned. Though making mistakes is a fact of life, she chastise herself for even the tiniest of blunders. On occasion Selah has even cried herself to sleep in frustration and self deprecation. She is eloquent, and graceful to the public eye, but in private she is much more relaxed and raw. She is also very intelligent and political-savvy. Her duty to her family has always comes first and foremost, and as her wedding to the King approaches she has become even more grounded in that belief.
She is rather contemplative and sensible compared to most girls her age. She has a soft side for children, and defenseless animals. Selah is unusually perceptive, and knows what is expected of her. She does not trust others easily, and is rather untrusting of people in general. Not that she comes off as such, she like to portray herself, as polite, demure, and sweet. And though she is truly a kind person at heart, she does not forgive easily, and betraying her trust is the worst possible thing, as she has no qualms about revenge or getting even. She will hit you where it hurts most.
Selah is always striving for flawlessness and setting excessively high standards for herself, resulting in quite a lot of disappointment, and irritation when things don't go as planned. Though making mistakes is a fact of life, she chastise herself for even the tiniest of blunders. On occasion Selah has even cried herself to sleep in frustration and self deprecation. She is eloquent, and graceful to the public eye, but in private she is much more relaxed and raw. She is also very intelligent and political-savvy. Her duty to her family has always comes first and foremost, and as her wedding to the King approaches she has become even more grounded in that belief.
She is rather contemplative and sensible compared to most girls her age. She has a soft side for children, and defenseless animals. Selah is unusually perceptive, and knows what is expected of her. She does not trust others easily, and is rather untrusting of people in general. Not that she comes off as such, she like to portray herself, as polite, demure, and sweet. And though she is truly a kind person at heart, she does not forgive easily, and betraying her trust is the worst possible thing, as she has no qualms about revenge or getting even. She will hit you where it hurts most.
D E F I N I N G M Y P A S T
History:
Selah was born in late winter. She was the eldest daughter of Count _____ and his late wife Countess Ursula. Selah was raised in privilege, in a family of outstanding wealth, and power. Her father made sure to supply her a rigorous education fit for any male heir. And her mother made sure Selah excelled in all of the noble lady pursuits. Selah took after her mother in beauty and talent, but she also inherited her fathers cunning.
She grew up on her fathers country estate alongside her three younger sisters Tamora, Camille, and Lydia. Her childhood was idyllic, time was spent learning in the gardens, picking wild flowers, riding horses through the meadow, reading by the lake, gazing at stars, and falling asleep to the sound of her mother's lullabies. Her father spent his time at court as adviser to the king, but every few months he would come home with gifts and gossip. She was a bright and intelligent child. When she was five she was betrothed to a much younger boy, Lord Roger Oldenburg. Her father had made the match, as a way to combine the Oldenburg and Pemberly family. As they were two of the oldest noble families, and the Oldenburg's were the third wealthiest. Once married Selah would become a Duchess, and rising up in power was the Counts main goal. But only two years later, the betrothal was broken off by Duke Oldenburg, after his son Lord Roger suffered a fall, which rendered him simpleminded and mentally unstable.
Unfortunately, her mother died three years later, after giving birth to Selah's youngest sister Lydia. The death of her mother changed young Selah. She became more prudent and reserved, verses her once outgoing and free-spirited self. She quickly picked up the motherly role to her sisters, and perfected her fake 'I'm happy' smile. Only a few months after her mother's funeral, Selah and her sisters came to live in their father's manor in Falor's capital. They were mainly taken care of by their nursemaid Caroline, and their governance Fiona. There was a stark contrast between the life in country, and life among the busy capital. Her father took a special interest in Selah's upbringing, as he had no sons, she was heir apparent to all he had. He ingrained in her that the success of the Pemberly family was the highest priority. He taught her about the court and its politics early on, and made sure to teach her the ways of subtle manipulation.
Selah was thirteen when she officially debuted at court, and quickly rose to become a lady-in-waiting to Princess ____. To Selah's dismay her father sent three year old Lydia, and seven year old Camille to be raised in a convent. It was the one their mother was educated in as a girl, and Selah believed her father just wanted what was safest for the two youngest, as the court became more dangerous. She came into her teenage years at court, among the politics and drama. Her father secured a betrothal from the King between Prince Elroy, and Selah. She was to be the future Queen of Falor, by marrying a boy she had only greeted a handful of times.
With this betrothal she was not daddies little girl anymore, but rather a pawn to his ambitions and scheming. He entrusted her with the task of helping to edify the Prince if the rumors about him being a weakling turned out to be true. Two years later, and only a few months before their wedding was to take place, King Cedric died in his sleep. The castle was in turmoil after his untimely death, and the wedding was put on hold until the proper mourning period had ended, and Prince Elroy coronation took place.
When Princess ____ betrayed her King and Country, with absurd claims of having more right to the throne then her younger brother, and civil war broke out, the wedding was pushed further back. Elroy was the King of Falor by blood, law, and birth right. Many of the older generation also thought this, but over the next two years nobles were becoming more and more concerned about Falor's future with a King like Elroy. Exspecially her father, and his friends.
Following her father's orders, she has began being extremely subtle in manipulating her future husband. She wants to help move the young King along, to make him great and mighty, and to pave the way for there future children to rule the true Falor, and not this split nonsense with the false Seabel, and usurper ______. Selah, like much of the court, finds King Elroy to be a weak-willed and feeble King. She hopes once she is married to him, that she can change him or at least bring out the King in him that everyone needs him to be.
She grew up on her fathers country estate alongside her three younger sisters Tamora, Camille, and Lydia. Her childhood was idyllic, time was spent learning in the gardens, picking wild flowers, riding horses through the meadow, reading by the lake, gazing at stars, and falling asleep to the sound of her mother's lullabies. Her father spent his time at court as adviser to the king, but every few months he would come home with gifts and gossip. She was a bright and intelligent child. When she was five she was betrothed to a much younger boy, Lord Roger Oldenburg. Her father had made the match, as a way to combine the Oldenburg and Pemberly family. As they were two of the oldest noble families, and the Oldenburg's were the third wealthiest. Once married Selah would become a Duchess, and rising up in power was the Counts main goal. But only two years later, the betrothal was broken off by Duke Oldenburg, after his son Lord Roger suffered a fall, which rendered him simpleminded and mentally unstable.
Unfortunately, her mother died three years later, after giving birth to Selah's youngest sister Lydia. The death of her mother changed young Selah. She became more prudent and reserved, verses her once outgoing and free-spirited self. She quickly picked up the motherly role to her sisters, and perfected her fake 'I'm happy' smile. Only a few months after her mother's funeral, Selah and her sisters came to live in their father's manor in Falor's capital. They were mainly taken care of by their nursemaid Caroline, and their governance Fiona. There was a stark contrast between the life in country, and life among the busy capital. Her father took a special interest in Selah's upbringing, as he had no sons, she was heir apparent to all he had. He ingrained in her that the success of the Pemberly family was the highest priority. He taught her about the court and its politics early on, and made sure to teach her the ways of subtle manipulation.
Selah was thirteen when she officially debuted at court, and quickly rose to become a lady-in-waiting to Princess ____. To Selah's dismay her father sent three year old Lydia, and seven year old Camille to be raised in a convent. It was the one their mother was educated in as a girl, and Selah believed her father just wanted what was safest for the two youngest, as the court became more dangerous. She came into her teenage years at court, among the politics and drama. Her father secured a betrothal from the King between Prince Elroy, and Selah. She was to be the future Queen of Falor, by marrying a boy she had only greeted a handful of times.
With this betrothal she was not daddies little girl anymore, but rather a pawn to his ambitions and scheming. He entrusted her with the task of helping to edify the Prince if the rumors about him being a weakling turned out to be true. Two years later, and only a few months before their wedding was to take place, King Cedric died in his sleep. The castle was in turmoil after his untimely death, and the wedding was put on hold until the proper mourning period had ended, and Prince Elroy coronation took place.
When Princess ____ betrayed her King and Country, with absurd claims of having more right to the throne then her younger brother, and civil war broke out, the wedding was pushed further back. Elroy was the King of Falor by blood, law, and birth right. Many of the older generation also thought this, but over the next two years nobles were becoming more and more concerned about Falor's future with a King like Elroy. Exspecially her father, and his friends.
Following her father's orders, she has began being extremely subtle in manipulating her future husband. She wants to help move the young King along, to make him great and mighty, and to pave the way for there future children to rule the true Falor, and not this split nonsense with the false Seabel, and usurper ______. Selah, like much of the court, finds King Elroy to be a weak-willed and feeble King. She hopes once she is married to him, that she can change him or at least bring out the King in him that everyone needs him to be.
M I S C .
Extracurricular Activities:
- Writing a Diary
- Attending all the courts feasts/tournaments/dances/performances/activities
- Painting
- Playing Harp & Piano
- Embroidery
- Reading
- Attending all the courts feasts/tournaments/dances/performances/activities
- Painting
- Playing Harp & Piano
- Embroidery
- Reading
Extra:
Creative, Myth, and Fairy Tales.
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