Dutchess Sarah

The Marchand School of Sorcery

@EchoicChamber She's in!

@VitoftheVoid how's your Norwegian? We could have some fun here...

The Marchand School of Sorcery

Lavender had been sitting at one of the tables in the back. Worried about being late, her parents had actually managed to arrive an hour before the first bus. Lavender had been glad for the opportunity to share this experience with her parents, without the presence of other students. Her parents were not magical after all, and none of them had known exactly what to expect.

At first glance, the building had appeared like something out of a Jane Austen novel. It had nothing on Pemberley of course, but even though Lavender knew the school had only been built a few years ago, it looked like it belonged in that other, simpler time. She had turned to her parents, who looked both surprised and somehow comforted. Of course magic had been involved in the creation of the school, but the fact that it reminded them of something made it somehow easier to accept.
In the silence of the empty school, Lavender had sensed the calm before a storm. She took full advantage of the chance to say goodbye to her parents in private, before walking up to the table and signing in. She received a set of papers and the instruction to go to the common room and wait for the others.

After admiring the entrance hall, she took her time making her way to the common room. This was a beautiful building, and soon it would be filled with strangers. Best to enjoy the views while she could. Once she got to the common room, Lavender had chosen some food. She'd made sure all the piles looked undisturbed when she was done with them, and had settled down in the back. When the first students had begun to arrive, Lavender had shimmered out. She was still visible, sitting at her table in the back, but somehow people failed to notice her, or failed to fully register her when they did notice.

In her quiet little corner, she had observed everything and everyone. The fight had scared her. Not because she was afraid of violence, but because everyone else seemed to expect it. It made her feel ignorant, it made her feel like an outsider. So far, nothing had prompted her to come out of her shadowy shell.

“Good morning, everyone!” Lavender's head jerked up as the teacher's words broke her concentration. She was now fully visible, and people would suddenly know she was there. For a moment, she considered disappearing again, but she resisted the urge. She shrugged to herself and figured was bound to happen at some point. might as well be now.
Lavender took a deep breath and turned her attention back to the teacher. Suddenly shivering with anticipation, she waited for the school year to begin.

The Marchand School of Sorcery

yeah, I've tried like 3 email addresses... sucks!!

as soon as I know how to write Lavender into the story... I'll get started.
can't decide whether she's been there the whole time (wallflower anyone) or is a late arrival

The Marchand School of Sorcery

Lavender Sarah James

Full Name: Lavender Sarah James

Nicknames/Aliases: Goth Girl, the Vampire, What’s-her-face

Age: 14

Gender: F

Primary: Trickery

Secondaries of Interest/Secondary: Shadow Step and Toxin Production

Description: Lavender is tall for her age. Her long black hair and pale complexion gives her the look of a Hollywood Vampire, and she plays into this look big time. Goth kid squared, basically.
She wears a lot of black, often with deep red, blue or purple accents, but very little make up. She also does not sport the religious symbols most Goth kids sports, but opts for stars, dragons and the occasional Celtic knot instead.
No permanent tattoos or piercings, Lavender’s look is literally worn as an armor.

Personality: Lavender is used to keeping people at arm’s length. She knows she’s different, and has learned that by standing out, she can actually become almost invisible. All people see is her image, and they often keep their distance because of it. Who Lavender really is, and what she might be capable of, remain invisible to the naked eye. She’s not openly hostile, she just doesn’t invite you in.
Deep down, Lavender is really curious about magic and all she is going to learn at school. She’s also eager to make friends and meet more people like her, but shedding her habit of hiding will take time. Lavender is kind, honest and friendly, even on the surface.
Once you’ve made the connection, however, you’ll find a friend for live. Few people will stand by you and defend even your worst mistakes like Lavender will.

Crush: None, at the moment. Lavender doesn’t fall often, but when she does, she falls hard!

Skills: Lavender can make herself become invisible for short periods, and can take beloved items with her. She once managed to make a bully sick when he wouldn’t stop twisting her arm behind her back, but has not been able to recreate what she did.

Weaknesses: Lavender has little to no combat experience, and is very inexperienced in her magical abilities in general. Combined with her tendency to isolate herself, her insecurities can be used against her.

Brief History: Lavender was adopted by non-magical parents. Her birthparents are among those who died in the war, and Lavender is not aware of any details. She was told her parents died, and that her adoptive parents do not know what happened to them. Lavender loves her adoptive parents, considers them her mom and dad, and has so far displayed little interest in her biological family. Lavender is capable of some instinctive trickery, she made her teddy invisible when her mom decided it was time to toss it, and has a knack for disappearing when the dishes need doing, but she’s never felt free to explore these talents.
Lavender’s adoptive parents have always known that they are incapable of teaching Lavender how to control her abilities. They have always been open with Lavender about the adoption, her abilities and everything else. The decision to send Lavender to Marchand was the result of a long series of discussions, and something the entire family supports.

Other: N/A

The Marchand School of Sorcery

Discord won't let me register without providing a phone number and all... stupid verification fail...
Can't get a reply from them either, so no Discord for me as yet...

Lavender is on her way in...!

The Marchand School of Sorcery

@Dutchess Sarah The page looks good! There is one problem, though- the disappearances started happening four years ago, so if her parents were among those who have vanished, then she would have been ten at the youngest when she was handed over for adoption. You can say that her parents died in the war, however, as that lines up well with her age!

@EchoicChamber

Good call!
I changed that. Still left out the details, leaves room for parents' identity and other surprising discoveries later... who knows what side they fought on, etc.

The Marchand School of Sorcery

Lavender Sarah James

Full Name: Lavender Sarah James

Nicknames/Aliases: Goth Girl, the Vampire, What’s-her-face

Age: 14

Gender: F

Primary: Trickery

Secondaries of Interest/Secondary: Shadow Step and Toxin Production

Description: Lavender is tall for her age. Her long black hair and pale complexion gives her the look of a Hollywood Vampire, and she plays into this look big time. Goth kid squared, basically.
She wears a lot of black, often with deep red, blue or purple accents, but very little make up. She also does not sport the religious symbols most Goth kids sports, but opts for stars, dragons and the occasional Celtic knot instead.
No permanent tattoos or piercings, Lavender’s look is literally worn as an armor.

Personality: Lavender is used to keeping people at arm’s length. She knows she’s different, and has learned that by standing out, she can actually become almost invisible. All people see is her image, and they often keep their distance because of it. Who Lavender really is, and what she might be capable of, remain invisible to the naked eye. She’s not openly hostile, she just doesn’t invite you in.
Deep down, Lavender is really curious about magic and all she is going to learn at school. She’s also eager to make friends and meet more people like her, but shedding her habit of hiding will take time. Lavender is kind, honest and friendly, even on the surface.
Once you’ve made the connection, however, you’ll find a friend for live. Few people will stand by you and defend even your worst mistakes like Lavender will.

Crush: None, at the moment. Lavender doesn’t fall often, but when she does, she falls hard!

Skills: Lavender can make herself become invisible for short periods, and can take beloved items with her. She once managed to make a bully sick when he wouldn’t stop twisting her arm behind her back, but has not been able to recreate what she did.

Weaknesses: Lavender has little to no combat experience, and is very inexperienced in her magical abilities in general. Combined with her tendency to isolate herself, her insecurities can be used against her.

Brief History: Lavender was adopted by non-magical parents. Her birthparents are among those who died in the war, and Lavender is not aware of any details. She was told her parents died, and that her adoptive parents do not know what happened to them. Lavender loves her adoptive parents, considers them her mom and dad, and has so far displayed little interest in her biological family. Lavender is capable of some instinctive trickery, she made her teddy invisible when her mom decided it was time to toss it, and has a knack for disappearing when the dishes need doing, but she’s never felt free to explore these talents.
Lavender’s adoptive parents have always known that they are incapable of teaching Lavender how to control her abilities. They have always been open with Lavender about the adoption, her abilities and everything else. The decision to send Lavender to Marchand was the result of a long series of discussions, and something the entire family supports.

Other: N/A

@EchoicChamberTell me what you think?

The Marchand School of Sorcery (REBOOT- In Need of Students!)

I'll have a look myself, too... was thinking you might have a schematic somewhere or something!

thanks!

The Marchand School of Sorcery (REBOOT- In Need of Students!)

Sweet!
I'll have a CS for you soon!

Quick question: any primary and secondary talents that are under-represented? Might be more fun if the group is as diverse as possible?

The Marchand School of Sorcery (REBOOT- In Need of Students!)

Dude, if you don't let me in, I'll hex you, lol lol

seriously, this sounds amazeballs!