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Fantasy Academy of Lyrithna - Rebirth [Grimoire of Characters]

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Arrt Saunders

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    Please find the character sheet template below. You can use any code that you like, and if you need any help filling in the sheet send me a message. If you have a question about the Academy or any other aspect of the story that I think other people might find useful, I will answer your question in the OCC.

    There is room to be flexible and creative - take advantage of that. I would love to see your take on magic.


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    [18 - 24 years.]
    [N.B. Characters who are 18 at the beginning of the RP will be first years. The best thing would be to have a spread of year groups, from first to sixth.]

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    [Minimum of 3.]

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    [Minimum of 5.]

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    [Minimum of 3.]


    Sorcerous Information:

    [You can create your own secondary-level school of sorcery and 3 examination subjects. At least one subject must reflect the character's sorcerous speciality. If two players want to establish a pre-Academy background, attending the same school would be a good place to start. Please do not establish relationships until your character has been accepted.]

    Sorcerous Specialities:
    [Before choosing your speciality, could each player please contact me with their. I will try my best to say yes to as many as possible, but some will be rejected.]

    Favourite Spell:
    [This should reflect your character's sorcerous speciality.]

    Academy College:
    [Please see the Lore for the seven colleges.]

    Extracurricular Academy Activities:
    [Here, you can be creative. Is your character artistic? Why not join the Paintbox? Are they sporty? Well, how about dragon racing? I don't mind people having fun here, but please don't create a million different clubs and societies - especially since they won't feature heavily in the RP. If you like the sound of one someone else has created, use it in your own CS.]


    Personal History:

    [Again, if you require any help with world building, please don't hesitate to contact me. Your character may be a Citadel sorcerer or a mortal sorcerer. Mortal sorcerers are rarer, and if too may people chose the mortal path I will randomly assign mortality to a set number of players. The remaining mortal sorcerers will need to switch to the Citadel I understand that this may be the most difficult part of the CS but I am here to help as much as I can.]


 
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douclau
;; mesalie

Perhaps one did not want to be loved so much as to be understood.
FULL NAMEmesalie nepheline douclau
NICKNAME(S) ⎯ none | nicknames are something that her family doesn’t bother with, as they believe that their family should take pride in their full names. her academic years were spent being called by her last name and even during scheduled playdates she was called by her full first name.
AGE ⎯ twenty-one
GENDER ⎯ cis female
SEXUALITY ⎯ demisexual
DATE OF BIRTH ⎯ february 19th
NATIONALITY ⎯ citadelian
LANGUAGES — mesalie is fluent in english, latin, and yoruba. she can hold a basic conversation, as well as read and write in hindi. mesalie is unable to speak arabic but can read and write in it.


BUILD —
tall and slender are the exact words to describe her physique. her body speaks of one that had never known hard labor. mesalie is delicately built.
HAIR ⎯
mesalie has a full head of soft, luscious curls. Her hair is coily, the type that playfully bounces back when the strands are tugged on. the soft curls are short and fairly easy to manage. Mesalie prefers to wear her hair out in its natural state, in elegant finger waves or wrapped up. her hair is black and shiny from how well she takes care of it.
EYES ⎯
she has light brown eyes that are slightly downturned, with their doe-like shape it oftens seems as though she’s sad. her eyes are soft yet guarded, they hide what’s going on in that head of hers.


PERSONALITY ⎯
mesalie is a quiet young woman, withdrawn person who prefers to stay to herself. her voice is hardly raised to shout and her temperament is cool, perhaps a little dull in the eyes of others. her emotional responses are oftentimes lacking. people have teased her in the past for this. they compare her to the dead that she sees, calling her frigid and lifeless. mesalie doesn’t take offense to it though and doesn’t view it as a bad thing. it’s been a good way of causing people to keep their distance. her use of blunt honesty leaves others with a bad taste in their mouth. sometimes, perhaps too often, mesalie forgets to take other’s feelings into account before saying something. especially when people ask her opinion on something, she does not hold back.

combined, these traits leave people to believe that she is cold, callous even. that she’s this unshakable thing with little to no feelings. the truth is that she has difficulty expressing herself, experience has left her with a bad habit of not acknowledging her feelings. she has always been taught that feelings come second in most situations. she also has a little difficult time reading others so being direct is the best way to deal with her.

mesalie is a studious young woman who spends most of her time with her nose in a book. an overachiever is the perfect label for her. she’s at her happiest when she’s learning, getting lost in whatever research that she’s doing. and sometimes, she sneaks away to indulge in the fantasy books she was often scolded for showing interest in. getting lost in a good book, be it scholarly or for entertainment, is how she tends to cope with the world around her. getting lost in the pages is soothing for her, helps her disconnect from her life.

for all of her faults, there is a side to mesalie that wants to connect with those around her but fears rejection or not being good enough to do so. she is quite fragile and has learned to desensitize herself in a sense. mesalie has truly convinced herself that she’s fine despite being wound so tight.


VICES — sensitive, competitive, introverted, blunt, distant
VIRTUES — studious, reliable, poised, mysterious, imagative

LIKES ⎯ cultural museums, puzzles, folk tales & adventure novels, learning, journaling, botanical gardens
DISLIKES ⎯ failure, slacking off, rushing, invasion of her personal space, mistakes, rude behavior, messes

FEARS ⎯ mesalie has always had a fear of bringing shame to her family in some way. it looms over her head like a shadow and wraps around her like chains. she also fears marriage, as her family is the type to set up arrangements between other families.
DESIRE ⎯ first and foremost mesalie wants to excel in amelioration, she wants to make innovative discoveries and win awards. after she’s done that all she wants is a quiet life, away from the expectations of elite society.
SECRET ⎯ there was an accident in the past that cost her betrothed his life. mesalie was the only person around during incident, her family believes that it was her incompetence that led to his death. in reality mesalie used a magical disease that had been passed down from generation to generation in her family on her mother’s side. she had cursed him and pretended that she was unable to save him in the moment.

SORCEROUS INFORMATION — previous education: trinity school of magic - ran by the intimidating ms. fatima siad, the trinity school of magic is known for its prestigious and strict ways. students were expected to accomplish nothing but the best in their studies and behave like respectable individuals. for her sorcerette amahle focused on transformation, amelioration, and decoction. she graduated at the top of her class before going on to attend lyrithna.

SORCEROUS SPECIALITIES —
amelioration - biological magic
“those who are gifted with the ability of biological magic, with the right guidance and dedication, go on to become extraordinary healers if that is their associated branch/es. those who are focused on the human body, with the help of complex spells and potions, are able to treat and cure some of the most ghastly diseases that plague the body and mind, though at the same time they are able to create some deadly diseases and viruses if they so choose. biological Magic comes with a wide variety of branches and subcategories.”

“miss.douclau’s are currently focused on the human body, diseases, the nature world and how they interact with one another.”



FAVORITE SPELL — revelare - at a beginner’s level it is rather simple spell but highly effective. the word revelare is the Latin word for reveal. when cast on a living thing, say a person or animal, their medical history is revealed via a magical scroll. from broken bones to illness, all is revealed including the age at which it happened. the spell is also great in emergencies, for example if someone is having a heart attack the spell can show this. it is a great spell to use during emergencies and is used often during medical procedures or checkups.
ACADEMY COLLAGE — pallas | “learn or leave.”

EXTRA ACTIVITIES —
pallas study group - a club dedicated to all things work related, from projects to homework, the group is sought out by many in hopes of joining or getting help on assignments. the club consists of some of the top minds at pallas and a small few of the other colleges. seeing as the former leader has graduated the position has been passed down to pallas' own mesalie douclau.

amelioraters of tomorrow program aka aotp - this program is dedicated to those studying the field of amelioration. students have the opportunity to witness the wonders of magical medicine and healing. the program holds a number of seminars and live procedures to better the students' learning and prepare them for what awaits them after graduation. the program is also a great way to secure apprenticeships.

floris insecta - a program dedicated to learning about the natural world and ways in which individuals can nurture and coexist with it. the program makes use of a variety of greenhouses and botanical gardens. the group also ventures out of various habitats for research.

HISTORY ⎯
mesalie comes from a large family of six, with her being the youngest of the bunch. her family could be considered amongst the elite in the citadel. her parents attended the academy of lyrithna, as well as her siblings. from the time she could walk her parents held high expectations for her, just as they did with her siblings. her parents were cold and stern individuals who valued hard work and being accomplished. they happened to be firm believers in tough love as well. as the youngest mesalie tended to be overlooked by her family. she worked hard to catch up with her siblings in order to be praised and grab the attention of her parents. mesalie was sure that they didn’t realize it but they favored those with the highest achievements, as it brought pride to their family name. to her parents their children are tools to raise the prestige and wealth in their family, rather than people to nurture. mesalie was taken care of by the help for most of her life. she had a governess to teach her etiquette and the ways of high society. and a variety of tutors for things like basic school subjects, instruments, and dance. she too was harsh while handling mesalie.

mesalie worked hard during her days at trinity, advancing with impressive speed and as a result she became one of the top students at her school. her parents praised her but yet again her siblings outshined her. with the oldests moving on to start families and settle down finally the attention was shifted to her yet not in the way she had expected. mesalie’s parents placed a weight upon her shoulders, now it was her turn to bring honor to her family by working harder and behaving accordingly. mesalie could do little seeing as she had wanted their recognition for years, even if it becomes too much for her at times.

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"What a pitiless pain!"



Full Name: Jonathan Isaac Joanna



Nickname: Isaac



Age:18



Birthday: June 15th



Gender: Male



Sexuality: Asexual



Nationality: Lumarian



Languages: English





Hair Colour: Black



Eye Colour: Brown



Physicality: Small, of soft shape, for he does not make it a habit to go outside



Tattoos / Markings: None



Distinguishing Features: He wears glasses





Parents / Guardians: A librarian



Personal Relations: Guardian was a librarian, knew many other readers





Personality: Soft spoken, introverted and has no social skills to speak of.



Strengths and Virtues:

Well spoken

A good reader

Sometimes brave



Weaknesses and Vices:

Timid

Bad at physical activity

physically weak



Fear:

Maths text books, science text books, non fiction books

Desire:

To become an author, a successful one

Secret:

Has never finished a non fiction book in his life

Likes:

Fantasy novels

Quiet places

Warm fires



Dislikes:

Other people

Exercise

The outdoors



Sorcerous Information:

Saint Trina's School for Destruction



Sorcerous Specialities:

Martial Magic



Favourite Spell:

Rain of destruction, a simple year one spell, involves casting many spitting balls of fire at an enemy



Academy College

House Vittis




Extracurricular Academy Activities:

Book club, writers club





Personal History:

A citadel sorcerer of no renown. He was left at the steps of a library as a babe, before being taken in and raised there. Jonathan himself has spent his entire life surrounded by books and has developed a true love for reading, though little love for interacting with other people
 
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name
Ezekiel Farlan​


nickname
Zeke​


age
23​


birthday
October 25​


gender
Male​


sexuality
Biromantic Asexual​


nationality
Citadelian​

languages
Fluent in English, Latin and French; Can hold a conversation in Filipino. Currently studying Japaese and German.​

appearance


height
5'11​


weight
165 lbs​


hair
Dark brown​


eye color
Brown​


physicality
Mesomorph​


style
While Ezekiel knows how to dress up for formal occasions, in casual days, he’s been known to wear anything he can get his hands on. However, he always wears his customized jackets where he can keep his potions. He can even sometimes be seen with his belt pouches where materials needed for alchemy can be found.​


modifications
On his left arm is a beautiful canvas of patterns and animals with hidden alchemical formulas that can be found if one’s eye is sharp enough.​


Scars
Ezekiel has burn scars all over his body as well as faded scars from failed experimentations.​


face claim
Grant Gustin​

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personality
Ezekiel is a self-assured person. He knows he’s a genius and he’s not afraid to show it. He takes pride in the fact that he’s a skilled alchemist— and he doesn’t hesitate in correcting people when they spread misinformation. Though his pridefulness can often be mistaken for arrogance, evidenced by the fact that he's infamously known as an insufferable know-it-all. He isn’t bothered by this, nor is he bothered by any slander or insult that’s thrown his way. He knows what he’s capable of and if people are intimidated by that, then so be it. Why would he change for people who are insulted by just being faced with facts? However, when he's proven wrong, he takes and accepts it and carries on this new information into his repertoire.

Due to his relatively stoic personality and incredibly blunt way of saying things, he can come off as condescending whenever someone approaches him for help. He will explain everything you need to know about your question, if you can get past his seemingly judgemental tone of voice. It comes off as demeaning which usually prevents people from seeking his help. Truth be told, Ezekiel has no malicious intent whenever someone comes to seek his help— in fact, he’s glad to be able to aid someone in their further pursuit of knowledge. He would only ever become irritated when his own studying and research is interrupted without prior appointments. He’s a well-organized person and usually doesn’t like his schedules being interrupted by anything less than something interesting.

Ezekiel has no problems with his reputation— making him isolated from most of the school. In fact, he seems to thrive in it as he’s able to continue his word uninterrupted in the peace and quiet of his laboratory. However, he also doesn’t mind a bit of company. As long as it doesn’t cut into his research, he’s more than happy to tag along with a couple of people if they’d have him.


virtues
Hardworking, Independent, Honest, Observant​


vices
Blunt, Secretive, Arrogant, Reckless​


likes
Alchemy, Studying, Experiments, Libraries, Smoothies (specifically, fruit smoothies)


dislikes
Being interrupted, Going off schedule, Being wrong, Bitterness, Misinformation


fear
He has a fear of losing the people he actually cares about. He is aware of the fickleness of life and he would not want to see someone pass before him. And he'll do a lot to prevent that.​


desire
Ezekiel wishes to unlock everything there is about Alchemy and the secrets of Life. Indeed, it's a tall tale. However, he truly wishes to stop death.​


secret
Ezekiel had attempted a Life Transference spell— putting one soul into another vessel. It had ended up in a massive failure. The victim and its to-be vessel were destroyed.​


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Sorcerous Information
He attended the Institute of Hallus — a prestigious school every single Farlan Sorcerer had gone through and a school they personally funded. Of course, this didn't make anything easier for a Farlan Sorcerer as they are held on a pedestal and expected not to fall. Ezekiel mainly studied Alchemy, Decoction and Enchantment; all of which he had passed with flying colors with ease.​


Sorcerous Specialties
Alchemy - Homunculi Creation

The creation of constructs and homunculi are inherently tethered to consciousness and sentience. The complications of the concept of equal exchange when it comes to homunculi creation are a secret to those who specialize in it. The combination of alchemy, enchantment, and potions resulted in the creation of this specialization. Ezekiel has a vested interest in being able to replicate actual sentience into these homunculi.​


favorite spell
Mutare avis - The spell's effects itself are simple. It forms a small bird-like entity from whatever ingredient is present. The bird has what seems to be a telepathic-magical link to its creator and is able to do tasks that are given to it.​


academy college
Pallas House​


Extracurricular Academy Activities
Pallas study club [by erzulie]

Menagerie Carers - Dedicated to taking care of and study of creatures, both mundane and magical alike. The Carers are in charge of the containment and care of any creature that is within the borders of the academy. With special permission, they are able to take in more creatures. These creatures are also used for active studies of other students outside the club.

Alchemical Academics - Membership is exclusive to alchemists. The members are focused on expanding the knowledge of alchemy and to find the limit. Though many would find that their research might be unethical but they are under strict rules when it comes to their experimentation. They are also available for fixing items and the likes.​


history
Old family, old money, old tradition.

The Farlan family had been known for being a long line of skilled Sorcerers from all branches of magic. The family trains their children in the basics of magic from a very young age in hopes that they are able to excel. This has worked for the most part. Many Farlan Sorcerers have made a name for themselves— bringing pride, joy, and fame to their name. They had gotten rich out of this and this wealth had been passed down from generation to generation.

Of course, not every Farlan could be as gifted as they wished themselves to be. One such person was Ezekiel's sister, Maria. While she was skilled in her own right, she simply did not get to the level that the Farlan family wished on their Sorcerers. And Ezekiel saw what exactly the family did to these underachievers. She was sent out to a branch family where she is able to live a relatively free but less lucrative lifestyle. To Maria, this was fine. However, as she frequently stated, her only regret was leaving Ezekiel in the main family.

Ezekiel showed particular talent in alchemy. As such, his mother had taken over his studies. He practically lived and breathed the library and knowledge. This was perfectly fine with him. He appreciated his sister's worries, but Ezekiel loved studying. He wished to know the unknown. He wished to make such a big mark on the world that his name would be remembered forever— more than those of her family members at least. A brilliant mind growing up, he had breezed through most of his studies and preferred to keep to his own, personally more challenging, research.

As he grew older, his mother also began to focus on his socialization. Ezekiel has done his best there but he had only managed to make a few friends during parties, but he never actively made enemies as much as possible. He just preferred being alone and to his own devices. The Institute of Hallus had given him a bit more of a challenge and he had done his best there. He had made friends and he graduated. Following that, he had gotten into the Institute of Lyrithna where he was able to continue his research while under the supervision of more skilled instructors.


parents/guardian
Avarian Farlan - Mother
Richard Farlan - Father
Maria Farlan - Older sister​


personal relations]/color] ─
Charles McGavin - [???]​


misc info
- Maria keeps regular contact with Ezekiel and is likely the only contact he truly appreciates
- Though he's organized, his personal laboratory can only be called an "organized chaos" due to the multitude of papers scattered around
- He considered familial relationships as more of a business than an actual family
- He's an insomniac, often keeping himself busy with experiments when he finds he cannot sleep through the night
- He has a vested interest in mortal sciences— specifically Chemistry and has multiple books regarding it. He believes that he can further alchemy by combining it with Chemical knowledge.
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Quote:

"May my blade never stray from justice, may my heart never falter in it's judgement, and may my life never become one that I despise."

Full Name:

Nicholas Brier

Nickname:

Runt - Elder brothers

Age:


19

Birthday:

December 17

Gender:

Male

Sexuality:

Heterosexual

Nationality:

Citadelian

Languages:

Russian (Native), English (Proficient)

Hair Colour:

Brown

Eye Colour:

Azure Blue

Height:

5'6"

Weight:

143 lbs

Build:

Short and stocky, Nicholas was always the odd one out when it came to his family. Despite his father and brothers both being six foot or taller, he found himself growing wider instead of taller.

Tattoos / Markings:

A small birthmark in the shape of a nail runs down the small of his back

Distinguishing Features:


N/A

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Parents / Guardians:

Alexander Brier - Father (Alive, alumni of the Alnus house)

Elizabeth Brier - Mother (Deceased)

Personal Relations:

Alexander Brier - Nicholas's relation with his father can be described as strained. While he greatly respects his father and wishes to follow in his footsteps, his father had always claimed that he was the lesser of his sons. Due to his personal beliefs on magic and tradition, he was very critical when Nicholas exhibited proficiency with illusion magic.

Troy Brier - Nicholas's eldest brother, he looks up to him similarly to his father. Much like his father however, Troy viewed him as the lesser brother and constantly lambasted his difficulty in mastering direct martial magic. He was the one who gave Nicholas his nickname, although he makes sure not to use it in public and embarrass their father. He is currently attending his fifth year as a student in the Alnus house.

Gregory Brier - The second elder brother, Gregory would often berate him for his short stature both in public and private. Although not as skilled as their elder brother, he still showed an aptitude for martial magic far beyond Nicholas's own. He is currently attending his fourth year as a student in the Alnus house.

Elizabeth Brier - Nicholas didn't get to know his mother very much on account of her death when he was young. From what very little he was able to get out of his father, she attended a secondary school and was proficient in conjuration magic.

Personality:

Always trying to improve himself, Nicholas believes himself to be an easy to read and open guy despite his skill in illusions. He is always open to hearing other people out and offering solutions to their problems. In turn, he hopes that others give him the same kindness but won't hold it against them if they don't. He takes care to make himself look presentable, daily grooming and skin-care routines are a must for him. This includes making sure that his outfits and uniform are free of any imperfections or stains, being ironed and pressed daily to ensure that he always looks his best. He makes sure to always greet his professors and seniors, and present an air of friendliness and respect to anyone he speaks to.

When he gets into one of his moods however, you'd have a hard time prying him away from studying theory or training his body. He ignores nearly everything outside of his training, at times even forgetting to eat or bathe. His outfits become noticeably messier, his hair unkempt and uncombed, and the faintest hints of a stubble start to form on his face. Even sleep becomes a secondary concern to him, leading to situations where he has to struggle to keep himself awake during lecture periods. This unhealthy habit had landed him in some trouble in the past, mostly due to sleeping through a professors lecture on the importance of distancing on multiple occasions. While he is aware of it, he simply believes that it will all be worth it for when he can finally stand toe-to-toe with his brothers, and maybe even some day his father.

He is very weak against his father, backing off at even the mere mention of his name. It's most of the reason why he always strives to be a model student. Bad behavior would inevitably make it's way back to his father, either via his brothers or the house masters themselves. Disappointing his father is something that he tries to avoid at all costs, even if by just doing so his situation would be solved. This includes not using illusion magic during classes, focusing on building his body up in order to be strong enough to withstand blows from his brothers during their swordplay, and taking on greater responsibility if asked of him.

Strengths and Virtues:

1. Constant drive to improve - Nicholas tries hard to be successful in whatever he does, from the mundane to the mystical. He will fully throw himself into improving himself if he ever falls short of something.

2. Justice - Justice is what keeps the world a better place, the unshakable idea that those who do wrong shall be punished. Nicholas will strive to see justice done in a fair and impartial way that leaves little room to deny it.

3. Helpful - Nicholas knows that not everyone is blessed with raw talent when they are born. There will be a lot of things in life that one will have to practice at to be any good. And Nicholas is very open to helping those who wish to improve, to better themselves and get closer to their ideals.

Weaknesses and Vices:

1. His father - Nicholas rarely, if ever, defies the will of his father. One mention of his name is enough to make him fall in line, let alone threats of contacting the man himself.

2. Over-exertion - Due to his drive to improve, Nicholas often goes well beyond what one should in pursuit of power. Because of this, he often finds himself exhausted, both physically and mentally, and is prone to colds and other diseases that strike at the weakened.

3. Justice - Although not something he considers a vice, it is true that one can lose sight of things in the pursuit of justice. Taken too far, justice can be just as deadly and oppressive as injustice. He may also find himself unsure of himself were he to come upon a situation where neither answer would be just.

Fear:


Above all else, Nicholas fears disappointing his father and him learning the truth of what happened to his sword. He constantly tries to push himself to get to the level of his brothers so that he won't be considered a lesser son.

Desire:


To live up to his father's expectations and prove himself worthy of his heritage. In order to achieve this, he devoted himself to mastering swordplay and attempting to make up for his lackluster martial magic abilities.

Secret:


Once, in an attempt to prove himself to his father, Nicholas challenged a much more experienced teen to a duel. To show that he was worthy, he took his fathers ancestral sword without permission, intending to use it in the duel. However, Nicholas was thoroughly trounced and his opponent ended up taking the sword as a prize. Fearful for what his father would do, he faked a break in and lied to his father that he had tried to stop the intruder but failed.

Likes:


1. Candy - Nicholas has always had a bit of a sweet tooth growing up
2. His family - Standing tall and proud, Nicholas wishes to one day stand next to them as equals
3. Swordplay - Although his father had forced it onto him to try and improve his sense for martial magic, Nicholas enjoys sparring with others
4. Might & Magic: The Tabletop RPG - A niche table-top game that Nicholas fell in love with at an early age, it's open system allows for players to highly customize their characters and play experience
5. Cleanliness - A dirty space leads to a dirty mind, so keeping a clean room is essential for Nicholas

Dislikes:

1. Laziness - Apathy is the slope that leads to destruction. One should always try to be improving themselves, and those who don't will only find themselves cursing their own lives
2. Insulting family - One's family is one of the most important things in the world. Those who insult their own family, or worse yet, try to break their connection to their family are scum in Nicholas's mind
3. Injustice - Justice is what holds societies together. Without justice no one would be able to achieve their ideals in their life. In the face of injustice one must always lash out and seek it's destruction.

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Sorcerous Information:

Twilight Academy - A school with a long history of success, every member of the Brier bloodline has attended and graduated from this institution. With a focus on justice before all the school was known for it's harsh punishments for those who broke their rules. Lead by the sixth descendant of it's founder, Kristopher Knott, Nicholas was expected to exceed in martial magic just like his father and brothers had. However, due to his aptitude for illusion based magic over all else, he found himself struggling to keep up with his peers in direct confrontations.

Sorcerous Specialities:

Martial Magic/Conjuration - Illusion Magic

"It is not just enough to create an illusion and call it a day. One must act as though the illusion is real, that the wall of fire in front of them is more than just smoke and mirrors. It is not enough to fool your foes, you must in a way fool yourself. Do not even get me started on so called 'invisibility' spells, the constant need to project not just an empty space but how others view that empty space as well. If you fail to do so, all you are doing is drawing attention to a space that should not exist." - Professor Libra, Twilight Academy

Illusion magic, or as some would call it smoke and mirrors magic, is a form of magic that creates false objects and stimuli from nothing. Use of this magic can greatly vary, from basic spells like Obscurum which can cause stationary objects to appear invisible, to the more advanced usage such as Delusioun which can cause a target to experience false information. While it's usage is sometimes frowned upon, in a practical setting it can be quite a tricky foe to defeat. Although he is proficient in this type of magic, Nicholas tries to use it as little as possible. It was the magic of cowards and thieves according to his father, and was not something to be proud of.

Favourite Spell:

Motabilem Ludere - A rather ingenious spell if he did say so himself, this spell allows Nicholas to project an image of an object or a person in movement. From projecting himself leaping forward to land a strike, to creating the illusion that the ball in his hands had already been thrown, he can project any movement that could reasonably happen from the object. However, it is difficult to send the illusion out a good distance and it requires him to know exactly how the object should move in order to pull it off. An illusion is hardly believable if the object isn't even looking in the right direction.

Academy College:

Alnus House

Extracurricular Academy Activities:

Alnus Self-Defense league - While most mages are proficient in defending themselves via magical means, there are times where it may be disadvantageous or even impossible to cast a spell to defend yourself. In order to combat this, the Alnus Self-Defense league seeks to teach it's members how to defend themselves even without the use of magics. From unarmed to armed techniques, there are many instructors to match the level that one is looking for. While it originated in the Alnus house, the league is open to all current students of the campus.

The Martial Magics Association - Dedicated to improving their techniques and martial aptitude, the Martial Magics Association is a collection of students who meet in order to spar and exchange tips and advice. While it is technically open to all who wish, it is primarily occupied by those focusing on Martial Magic. Due to the nature of it, it is closely monitored by an active teacher of Martial Magic at all times. Exhibitions may be scheduled through the campus to provide a demonstration to new students, although these are rare due to the inherent risks involved.

Personal History:

Nicholas was born the youngest son of the Brier family, a name that had at one point held a lot of weight according to his father. His mother had died soon after he was born, an accident involving an alchemical potion gone wrong. Alexander placed a large focus on his sons learning and perfecting martial magic. Apparently it was the tradition of their heritage to stand strong and firm against their opponents and overwhelm them with offensive magics. Swordplay was another tradition, enough that from a very young age Nicholas and his brothers were instructed in how to use them. While his brother used a longsword, the standard according to his father, Nicholas was always drawn more to the rapier. It's thin blade and graceful movements called to him more than the large swings and brute force his brothers preferred.

Unfortunately for Nicholas though, he found his aptitude for martial magic to be well below what his father had expected of him. While his brothers took to it naturally, he struggled to reach their level even with constant training and studying. Combined with his shorter than average height, he soon came to be regarded as the runt of the family by his brothers. Additionally, when it became clear that he was quite gifted when it came to illusion magic he had expected to receive some form of praise. Instead, his father had taken the news with disdain and told him to stop using the magic of liars. Desperate to earn his fathers approval, Nicholas threw himself into improving his martial magic, spending days on end practicing the same spell in order to get better.

This continued all throughout his attendance at Twilight Academy, always lagging behind his brothers in terms of his aptitude. He did manage to make a few friends during his time there, and although they encouraged him to pursue his talent in illusion magic he waved them off every time. Illusion magic came to him naturally, so he could afford to take it easy on his training of it. What he could accomplish in hours with illusion magic, the same would require days of study and practice to do the same with martial magic. It wasn't until his final year before graduation that he had a revelation during a campaign of Might & Magic. His character had been backed against a corner, down to his last combat spells and out of options. In a desperate attempt to escape, he combined his last spell with a lesser illusion spell to make himself appear in two places at once. Confused, his enemies attacked the illusion which gave him time to escape. If he were to use his illusion magic, in addition to direct martial magic, than he could possibly cut down on the time it took to master each.

Following his graduation and his father's application for him to the Institute of Lyrithna, Nicholas spent his first year completely overwhelmed. His brothers had already attended the institute for years and he spent much of his time in class being compared to them. However, much like before, even with his combination of illusions and direct martial magic he was unable to reach their level. He was constantly outmatched by other sorcerers, not to mention being completely unprepared to face off against ones who would not give him time to cast a spell. Looking for answers, he soon found his answer in the Martial Magics Association and the Alnus Self-Defense league. As he enters into his second year, he is hopeful that his efforts will soon bear fruit and that he will one day catch up to his brother and earn his father's respect.


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“In aftermaths of soft September, or under blanching Mays, for she and I were long acquainted, and I knew all her ways.”

Full Name:
Nayla (al) Abadi

Nickname:
Nay, Nayloo

Age:
21

Birthday:
The 15th of September

Gender:
cis female

Sexuality:
sapphic demiromantic asexual

Nationality:
Citadelian, resided in Ignaria

Languages:
Nayla is fluent in English and Arabic, having those two languages being the ones she fluctuates between. She is also in the process of learning Latin, French, and Italian.

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Hair:
Nayla has a head of wavy dark brown hair that spans the length of her mid-back. She prefers to let it down in its natural state but will sometimes experiment with it, tying it in elaborate hairstyles and accessorising it with pearls and gold.

Eyes:
Her eyes are an enchanting hazel colour, with a light brown colour close to her pupils and green colouring the rest. Her upturned almond-like eyes add to her charm.

Physicality:
Having thrown herself into her studies, Nayla has a body of soft curves and angels. Tall and slender and full of grace, the scholar wasn’t the type who looked like they performed any form of labour.

Tattoos / Markings:
On her upper back, Nayla has a tattoo of the sun and the moon overlapping one other.

Distinguishing Features:
Light freckles dust her nose and cheeks and she bears two beauty marks, one close to the right side of her lips and another low on the left side of her face.

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Personality:
Nayla was always an open book to others, never truly able to hide how she feels from others. Her feelings never failed to bubble up to the surface, and although she hated that fact when she was younger, she grew to appreciate it. Ever the artist, Nayla has always been out on the hunt, looking for ways to blend her studies with art, wishing to use it as the ultimate expression of self.

The girl is steadfast in her beliefs and refuses to be swayed. When people have tried they are met by stubbornness and hostility, for she does not wish to change what she thinks is right and just. Her stubbornness also leaks into her perfectionism. If anything were to go out of order, Nayla would do anything in her ability to fix it, no matter how extreme that action may be. This has led to some discourse amongst her and others, leading to her being called bossy and argumentative.

Strengths and Virtues:
Artistic, determined, imaginative, friendly, spirited

Weaknesses and Vices:
Extreme perfectionism, stubborn, day-dreamer, an open book

Fear:
Nayla has a fear of losing control over her life. The idea that she could work so hard and have her life taken from her terrifies her to no end.

Desire:
Nayla desires to become an artist and sell her works to hopefully help make people feel understood.

Secret:
She had been forced into a relationship by her family where her partner stripped her of all control. She was unable to do much for fear of what might happen to her so she kept quiet about it. One day she snapped and decided to poison her significant other. That was the first and only time she had ever killed someone. She told everyone that he had simply just gone out and foraged the wrong type of mushroom and had accidentally poisoned himself. It is the reason why she hates the loss of control.

Likes:
Working on art, visiting museums, studying classics, visiting cafes, rainy days, libraries

Dislikes:
Being pushed around, being controlled, constant distraction, losing control

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Sorcerous Information:
Having been born and raised in Ignaria, Nayla was enrolled in Lucerna Academy, a small yet prestigious school that focused on leading its students through the path of light and giving them the foundation for their later ventures. Here, Nayla focused on the study of enchantment, amelioration, and transformation. She found that she loved enchantment and took a vested interest in it, performing at the top of the class.

Sorcerous Specialities:
Enchantment - Divine Art
“Art is used as an expression of the artist. Oftentimes, art reveals the creator's truest feelings and desires. Sometimes, this fails to be seen by the viewer. Here, the use of enchantment magic changes the art to alter the viewer's feelings and perception. Used in a variety of ways, divine art can transform the art to fit the viewer’s perception, shifting from one scene to another depending on the viewer’s mood, or alter the viewer’s feelings to reflect the artist’s intentions with the piece. Enchantment is imbued within every brush stroke and every move made. If harnessed to its highest degree, divine art can truly transform how the viewer sees the world around them.” - Ms. Esther, Lucerna Academy

The divine arts are a very particular form of magic ingrained into the very process of creation. The art starts with every brush stroke and every change and transforms the piece into something wholly unique. This form of enchantment has been used in many creative ways, aiding to the fact that artists are often the one using this magic. From complicated spellwork to simple enchantments, the range for this craft’s complexity is as limitless as art itself, but be warned that utter focus is required with this craft, lest you unknowingly mess up the enchantment, making it a whole other monstrosity.

Favourite Spell:
Benedicto artis - A simple yet sweet enchantment, the phrase benedictio artis comes from Latin and means art’s blessing. The enchantment is used on small pieces of art, be it hand-crafted jewellery or a small portrait, and blesses the keeper of these pieces with happiness for a short time. After the enchantment wears off, the keeper must bring it back to the caster so that the enchantment can be renewed. This simple enchantment is often used by artists to bless their friends when giving them gifts of art.

Academy College:
Vitis House - “Tomorrow will be bright”

Extracurricular Academy Activities:
The Art Company - A club dedicated to helping artists grow in their craft with a hint of magic. This club allows for students to come together to help each other with their art and their magic, aiding in bringing together both practices into one. Often these artists congregate within the orchard or on the shores of the Lake of Lament.

Library Hand- Having a love for libraries, certain students over the years have taken the job as library hands, assisting in the organisation and cleaning of the library. They have learned their way around the library like the back of their hand and are often called upon to aid in the search of particular books. These students are often seen moving from bookshelf to bookshelf, carrying stacks of books in their hands.

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Personal History:
Nayla Al Abadi was the oldest of three siblings in a family of five. She carried the weight of family expectations on her shoulders. The Al Abadi family was a lineage of scholars and artists who had connections to high society in Ignaria. Due to this, Nayla was expected to carry on the legacy and bring pride to her family. If there was a party or dance, Nayla was sure to be there to establish connections and represent her family. If there was a dinner, she was there to display her family's skills. Whenever high society called, her family rushed to get her to attend, to show her talents and immerse herself in the world of the elites in Ignaria.

As her prowess in magic and arts grew, her parents were quick to enrol her in Lucerna Academy, a small yet prestigious academy that taught children from elite families. Here she dedicated herself to her studies and found that she took a liking to enchantment magic. She aced her class and managed to graduate at the top of her class in enchantment magic and the arts.

After graduating from Lucerna, Nayla decided to enrol into the Academy of Lyrithna in hopes that she may hone her skills and forget what had happened to her. She made herself at home in Vitis house, often seen sitting near the lake shores painting or sketching her days away when her assignments were done. She focused on her passion for divine art and worked hard in order to one day gain recognition for her work.

Personal Relations:
Fajr Al Abadi (mother) - Nayla was always a mama's girl, going to whatever lengths to aid her. From a young age, the girl clung to her mother and follower her wherever she went. Her mother was the sun and she was the earth orbiting around her. As she grew, she helped with house chores alongside her mother and would often spend evenings painting and readings with her, discussing her latest ventures in literature. To this day, she remains her mother's heart and joy, sticking with her no matter what.

Amir Al Abadi (mother) - Although she cared for her dad, she also feared him in equal measure. He was strict with her and was often the one who scolded her for any mistakes she made. He believed that being firm with her would help her grow. As she grew older, she realized he did it out of love. She would make more of an effort to enjoy activities with him, but her relationship with him was merely a shallow father-daughter one that never seemed to grow beyond that.

Ruaa and Layan Al Abadi (sisters) - Nayla absolutely adored her younger sisters, cherishing them with all her heart. Although she couldn't spend much time with them during her adolescence due to her being pushed to meet high society figures, she always made the most of her time with them. When she moved to the Academy of Lyrithna, she would come by to visit during her holidays and would bring gifts along with her. She spoiled her little siblings and never shied away from that fact. She loved them both dearly and they loved her in equal measure.

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