Character Info

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Name: Arya Firestorm
Species: Dragon-Blooded

World:
Arya's world is somewhat complicated, intertwining fantasy, steampunk, and folklore. The continent of Crescentia is one enormous crescent shaped continent, with a series of islands arcing from the center of the crescent and south, curving to form a nearly intertwining arc with the main continent. The mainland has a variety of cities and habitats, ranging from gloomy swamps, to great forests, volcanic peaks, and just about everything in between. Much of the land is beautiful, and nearly untamed, even with all the civilization.

The island in the dead center of the crescent contains the capitol, a beautiful, elaborate city known as Kiri-Tsza. The city showcases the pinnacle of the world's technology, combining both magic and machine in harmony to benefit the lives of everyone. Those who seek fame and fortune quickly often venture to the capitol city to do so, as it is the head of nearly everything. Entertainment, politics, business, you name it, there's likely an opportunity for it here. Scattered across the main continent and other islands are other cities, each of them with their own charm. Travel across the world is usually done by airship, train, boat, or of course, by foot.

The populace is generally led by an Emperor or Empress, following one of the stronger bloodlines. Usually one of either a royal lineage, or one of 'strong blood'. The Emperor/Empress resides in the capitol, but there are smaller nations that they rule over. Each nation is ruled by a different leader, governing their own races and cities, however they are ultimately answerable to the Emperor. There's actually very little of a military force, even with all the nations combined. However, there are definitely smaller groups of fighters and assassins within each nation. While everything is usually quite peaceful, there are some who would see that peace destroyed, see everything thrown into chaos. And within that chaos, they would take the throne for themselves.

There's somewhat of a religion, and for the most part, it mirrors Shintoism (specifically shrine/folk Shintoism). Not everyone follows it, but it's the ruling belief in this world. However, it's not exactly the same as it is in our world. Even for those who don't follow it, they generally believe that there's some sort of afterlife as a spirit waiting for them. Those who die and are not judged to spend their eternity in a hellish, lonely underworld do tend to return as spirits, part of the land they grew up on.

The technology level is somewhat difficult to explain. It's both advanced and not very advanced at the same time. Most contraptions are a combination of metal and wood, and many also include magic, such as the airships, using generators fueled by magic infused stones to stay afloat. There are no motor cars, but there are steam-powered trains and boats, as well as tools such as drills and chainsaws. Guns are generally extremely expensive, and they tend to be hard to come by, often only being revolvers/handguns, with the rarer rifle. There's no computers, or phones, but there are radios! There are even radio talk shows and music that air on a regular basis. Indoor plumbing and electric lighting/heat is also a thing. Lighting is a bit more of a luxury, though.

This world also incorporates magic, ranging from healing spells by calling the natural energy around you, from elemental magic such as fire, ice, and lightning. Magic is actually difficult to use, and requires not only a considerable amount of practice and training, but you must also have some sort of magic in your bloodline, no matter how far back it goes. Therefore, the average human will very likely not have any sort of magic abilities whatsoever, but many of the 'Blooded', elves, and even half-bloods will. Most magic is spoken, and the strongest magics have been woven into song, powerful hymns that reverberate with the wielder and the magic they command. As a rule of thumb, any one person can only command one elemental magic, although those of exceptionally strong bloodlines have been known to have a rare dual-wielder.

In addition to the normal myriad of animal and plant life, there are also a variety of monsters and other fantasy/folklore creatures! If you can find it in a different fantasy setting, you can probably find it here. From phoenixes, nezumi, unicorns, and dragons, to ghosts, kappa, alraune, and giant insects. Many of these creatures are also quite sentient, and while they may not always have a human level of intellect, some even surpass it. Especially dragons, the oldest race. True dragons are a rarity nowadays, most of them taking human form and hoarding what they want. Few dare cross them.

The people are also a variety of races. Humans are fairly normal and the most common, followed by the Elves (who call themselves the Forestborn), and Dwarves (Earthborn). Next up are the 'Blooded', the descendants of older races, such as Dragons, Kitsune, Phoenixes, and the like. While they appear mostly human, they retain a few characteristics of their noble bloodlines. They are also usually capable of wielding magic to a formidable degree. Nearly every ruler in the past three hundred years or so have been a 'Blooded'. While there are the normal 'Blooded', there are those with diluted bloodlines as well, usually called 'Half-Bloods'. Half-Bloods aren't all that different from their full-blooded kin, although they generally have a more monstrous appearance. Spirits that live among the general populace are unbelievably rare, but they do exist. They generally then to keep to themselves, but are usually wise and are sought out for advice. Spirits look like they did in life, but with a less-corporeal appearance.


Personality:
Arya very often puts on a false persona as a giggling, cutesy songstress. In public, she's usually all smiles and pleasantries, appearing very polite and honest. This couldn't be further from the truth. Who would willingly follow her if they knew exactly what a manipulative, evil thing she truly was? Everything is just a toy to her, someone to entertain herself with. If there's something she wants, she'll get it, and she knows just how to do it, whether it's playing someone like a puppet, or using her body. She doesn't care for the common folk, except to ensure that they give her proper tribute. Popular musicians tend to receive lots of admiration and gifts. What better job to please a dragon-blooded with a beautiful voice? Well, there's only one other job she can think of, and she's slowly making sure all her plans are in place to put her there. Empress Firestorm has a nice ring to it.

As is the case with most dragons, Arya is incredibly greedy and selfish. Thankfully, she finds it very easy to get what she wants due to her current career. All those loving, adoring fans give her so much, and all she has to do is smile and sing a little. Her first love is gold. Coins, items crafted out of it, you name it. It's a lovely, beautiful precious metal, and she even has some infused into her hair. She's also a lover of the feminine figure. That's right, Arya collects women in a harem of sorts. Not just for...satisfaction, but simply to admire. Between her own beauty and hypnotic voice, she lures them in and slowly but surely warps their minds into believing they belong nowhere but at her beck and call. She may keep them around like pets, but Arya actually treats them very well, even showing some genuine affection towards them. And if someone happens to touch her gold or harm one of her beloved girls, they're likely to meet a hideous end.

Arya's temper is known to flare with very little provocation. Insult her once, and she may very well want you dead. Needless to say, when she isn't trying to pretend to be someone likable, she's very cruel and almost ill mannered when she's not in the presence of her harem. They may be the only people she honestly respects to some degree, even if only for their beauty. Aside from them, when it comes to a confrontation, Arya is unmistakably cruel. If she can make her foes writhe in agony, she considers that alone a victory. If she can find even the slightest chink in the proverbial armor, she will abuse it without hesitation, even going so far as to drag innocents into it. She'll make sure you hurt. Physically and emotionally. It pleases her immensely.

To her, everyone is beneath her. As are daily chores and other menial tasks. Someone of her bloodline and stature should never have to stoop to a servant's level. She has this air of smug superiority around her, even when she's behind a facade. If you're not entranced by her, you can practically feel her vast sense of self. She treats other people challenging her as a joke. Like they could really stand up against her? It's laughable. She's very confident in herself, from her appearance, to her strength and powers, and in her 'collection'. Besides, if anyone tried to make their collections better than hers, she'd just take them out of the picture and add their things to her own. With her ego as it is, it's...not that difficult to get on her good side. Simply flatter her and offer her gifts.

While Arya finds most things beneath her and only pretends to like things most people do, she is a lover of the more beautiful things in life, such as music, fine art, and women. She can spend hours genuinely rambling about her favorite hymns or pieces of art. She finds great enjoyment in admiring works of fine craftsmanship or melodies. Even so, she's picky about what she likes. Things should be smooth, soft, and enticing. Anything that looks or sounds rough is usually rejected almost immediately. Aside from when she's busy tormenting someone, these are some of the few things that honestly make her happy.


Abilities:
First off, Arya is not human, despite her mostly humanoid appearance. She's one of the Dragon-Blooded, a descendant of the true dragons, with that same fiery blood flowing through her veins. As such, she shares several traits of a dragon, such as their longevity, strength, and the ability to see clearly in the dark. Her specific bloodline were fire dragons, granting her immunity to fire and extreme heat, and as a side effect, raises her body temperature considerably. She's much stronger than the average human, and she controls it very well. She can go from gently caressing one of her girls, to shattering someone's ribcage with a kick. She does share a long life like the dragons of old, but rather than being nigh immortal, she could live for several hundred years. Unless of course, she finds a way to make herself immortal in the meantime.

In addition to her unseen dragon traits, Arya also possesses the ability to sprout dragon wings at will, with the strength to propel her through the air at ease. It isn't something she uses often as it would ruin her lovely clothes, but should she ever need to use them, she can. She also has a few scales, one small red scale beneath her left eye similar to a beauty mark, and a patch on either side of her hips.

Arya's magic is fire based, allowing her to call and manipulate flames at will. However, this is most effective when she sings, using a hymn of power to control fire for either a display or for offensive purposes. Of course, she doesn't need to sing to use her magic, it's simply more effective that way. When singing, her voice also has a hypnotic effect that entrances those that listen to her. It's not quite mind control, it's more persuasion than anything else. However, those with strong wills can shake it off easily enough.

Occasionally, she may find herself in a situation where she must physically deal with an opponent. This is one of the few times Arya actually brandishes a weapon. Or weapons. She wields a pair of golden clawed gauntlets crafted with magic. Other than being nigh indestructible, they don't have any special qualities of their own besides a series of runes carved into the fingers. When she sings, these runes light up and ignite, adding a fiery surprise to those who'd fight her.



Body and Appearance
1. Describe the character's height and build. Is she heavyset, thin, short, rangy?

Arya stands at about 5'10". She's just slightly on the thin side, without being too thin.

2. How old is she?

She appears to be about twenty. However, she's really nearing eighty.

3. Describe her posture. Does she carry herself well or does she slouch?

She carries herself very proudly, and very well.

4. How is her health? Is she fit or out of shape? Any illnesses or conditions? Any physical disabilities?

Arya's in perfect shape in her opinion. She doesn't suffer from any illnesses or disabilities.

5. How does she move? Is she clumsy, graceful, tense, fluid?

She moves gracefully, almost daintily.

6. How attractive is this character physically? How does she perceive herself in the mirror?

Arya is quite attractive, with the right curves in the right places. She can spend hours admiring herself in the mirror. What does that tell you?

7. Describe her complexion. Dark, light, clear, scarred?

Arya's complexion is light, yet not enough to be considered pale. She has no scars, but she does have a few scales.

8. Describe her hair: color, texture, style.

Her hair is actually white, and very soft. However, she has gold filaments magically infused into some of it, giving it a golden-blonde shine. She usually wears it down.

9. What color are her eyes?

Yellow, with slitted pupils.

10. Does the character have any other noteworthy features?

In the dark, her eyes cast a golden glow. Aside from that, she has a few scales adorning her body. They're ruby in color. One small one beneath her left eye, and a patch on either side of her hips. They merge flawlessly with her skin.

11. What are her chief tension centers?

Her back, between her shoulder blades.

12. What is the character's wardrobe like? Casual, dressy, utilitarian? Bright colors, pastels, neutrals? Is it varied, or does she have six of the same suit?

None of Arya's dresses or outfits are the same, although they all share the trait of using darker colors, usually reds, blacks, and greens. However, she has golden dresses for special occasions. All of their designs are different, ranging from gothic lolita, to kimonos, to elaborate gowns.

13. Do her clothes fit well? Does she seem comfortable in them?

Yes, she's had all her clothing tailored to her specifications. If they weren't comfortable, she wouldn't bother.

14. Does she dress the same on the job as she does in her free time? If not, what are the differences?

For her public singing appearances, Arya generally dresses in the gothic lolita fashion. In her free time, she wears whatever matches her mood at the time.

15. You knew it was coming: Boxers, briefs or commando?

Panties woven from the finest silk!



Speech
1. What does this character's voice sound like? High-pitched, deep, hoarse?

Her voice is normally balanced between being deep and high-pitched. However, she can lean either way depending on her mood, or if she's performing. Her voice actor would be Cristina Vee.

2. How does she normally speak? Loud, soft, fast, evenly? Does she talk easily, or does she hesitate?

Arya talks softly, but loud enough to be heard. She doesn't raise her voice unless she's angry. She usually needs no reason to hesitate, unless she's trying to keep up a front.

3. Does the character have a distinct accent or dialect? Any individual quirks of pronunciation? Any, like, you know, verbal tics?

Not really? When she's using her fire magic, her voice does take on a slight echo effect though.

4. What language/s does she speak, and with how much fluency?

She speaks her world's Common, Draconic, and Kitsune languages all fluently.

5. Does she switch languages or dialects in certain situations?

Only if she must in order to communicate. She usually sticks to common, though.

6. Is she a good impromptu speaker, or does she have to think about her words?

It really depends on the situation. If she's simply conversing, she doesn't need to think about it, but if she's putting on a performance or a speech, she usually goes over what she wants to say beforehand.

7. Is she eloquent or inarticulate? Under what circumstances might this change?

She's usually pretty eloquent, even when she's angry.



Mental and Emotional
1. How intelligent is this character? Is she book-smart or street-smart?

Arya is very intelligent, both book-wise, and street-wise. And she's still young. She knows she still has more to learn, but she sees that as an opportunity.

2. Does she think on her feet, or does she need time to deliberate?

She generally thinks about her actions before she takes them unless she's either very angry or she needs to act immediately.

3. Describe the character's thought process. Is she more logical, or more intuitive? Idealistic or practical?

She takes the more logical, practical approach to most things. While she would like to be able to see things idealistically, she knows that's not realistic.

4. What kind of education has the character had?

Arya was raised and schooled by other dragon-blooded, going through nearly twenty years of schooling, covering academics, as well as politics and music.

5. What are her areas of expertise? What, if anything, is she interested in learning more about?

Politics, art, and music are the big three. They're the subjects she's most knowledgeable on, and the ones she's likely to continue pursuing as much as possible. History would be secondary.

6. Is she an introvert or an extrovert?

A little of both? She enjoys going out and strutting her stuff, but she also enjoys lounging about her luxurious home with her harem.

7. Describe the character's temperament. Is she even-tempered or does she have mood swings? Cheerful or melancholy? Laid-back or driven?

Arya nearly always comes across as very smug. The only way to make her mood swing very quickly is to anger her...which really isn't all that difficult. She's very driven when it comes to getting something she wants.

8. How does she respond to new people or situations? Is she suspicious, relaxed, timid, enthusiastic?

She responds to them both with caution and curiosity. No need to get super excited, lest she fall into some sort of trap, but no need to hold back from potentially gaining something.

9. Is she more likely to act, or to react?

To act. If you wait, it might be too late.

10. Which is her default: fight or flight?

Definitely fight. Arya's confident in her abilities, both physically and mentally.

11. Describe the character's sense of humor. Does she appreciate jokes? Puns? Gallows humor? Bathroom humor? Pranks?

She definitely has a warped sense of humor. She enjoys the suffering of others. She's not much for pranks, but she does enjoy jokes.

12. Does the character have any diagnosable mental disorders? If yes, how does she deal with them?

Does her endless greed count?

13. What moments in this character's life have defined her as a person?

Learning her first hymn of power, and watching her father be assassinated. She learned how to truly command power, and that power can also be taken away. She's resolved to be able to do both.

14. What does she fear?

Losing everything. And death.

15. What are her hopes or aspirations?

To become Empress and hold the most power possible. She also hopes to possess the largest collection of beauty in the world.

16. What is something she doesn't want anyone to find out about her?

Her plans to become Empress, lest someone try to thwart them.



Relationships
1. Describe this character's relationship with her parents.

Arya never knew her mother, although she does know her mother was kitsune-blooded. Her father is dead, courtesy of an assassin. Were her father still alive, she would respect him.

2. Does the character have any siblings? What is/was their relationship like?

She had a brother that sought to take control of the family fortune when her father died. He...met an unfortunate 'accident'. She's glad he was weak.

3. Are there other blood relatives to whom she is close? Are there ones she can't stand?

Arya never bothered to get close to any of her distant relatives.

4. Are there other, unrelated people whom she considers part of her family? What are her relationships with them?

She considers her harem part of her family. She feels they're close to her, and she treats them with affection and care.

5. Who is/was the character's best friend? How did they meet?

Arya's closest friend is a phoenix-blooded assassin in her employ. The two had met not long after she took over the family's vast fortune, and they seek to change the world together, with Arya promising that her friend will obtain a position of vast power in the years to come.

6. Does she have other close friends?

Not really, although she does have some noble acquaintances, fellow singers, and the people who run the radio stations that she sees on a somewhat regular basis.

7. Does she make friends easily, or does she have trouble getting along with people?

With her attitude as it is, she doesn't play well with most others. She pretends to, however.

8. Which does she consider more important: family or friends?

She considers herself most important. However, neither of those two are more important than the other in her mind.

9. Is the character single, married, divorced, widowed? Has she been married more than once?

Single. She has yet to find a way to legally marry all the women in her harem.

10. Is she currently in a romantic relationship with someone other than a spouse?

Her harem.

11. Who was her first crush? Who is her latest?

Her first crush was a kitsune maid in her father's employ. Her newest is a nekomimi that she recently added to her harem.

12. What does she look for in a romantic partner?

Near flawless beauty, and a submissive personality.

13. Does the character have children? Grandchildren? If yes, how does she relate to them? If no, does she want any?

She does not have children. She's considered having one someday, if she can find immortality, and if she can find a suitable mate that can pass down beauty near equal to her own.

14. Does she have any rivals or enemies?

Oh, she has plenty of rivals, ranging from other dragon-blooded, singers, and of course, she sees the heads of all the nations and the Emperor her rivals and enemies as well.

15. What is the character's sexual orientation? Where does she fall on the Kinsey scale?

Arya falls on four. There are men she finds attractive, but women are far more beautiful.

16. How does she feel about sex? How important is it to her?

She enjoys sex very much. It's a good way to relieve stress and just the pleasure factor alone is worth the effort. It's...relatively important to her? She could live without it, but it makes life much more enjoyable.

17. What are her turn-ons? Turn-offs? Weird bedroom habits?

Her biggest turn-on would be her partner's eagerness to please her. She loves, loves feeling all of her lover's attentions, which she usually gladly returns. Her nipples are also pierced and quite sensitive. As for weird bedroom habits? She's very gentle, yet in control when it comes to females, while she's much more dominant with males.



Beliefs
1. Do you know your character's astrological (zodiac of choice) sign? How well does she fit type?

These signs do not exist in her world.

2. Is this character religious, spiritual, both, or neither? How important are these elements in her life?

While many others focus on these things in her world, Arya isn't one of them. She doesn't mock those that are religious/spiritual, but she doesn't follow any faith of her own.

3. Does this character have a personal code of morals or ethics? If so, how did that begin? What would it take to compromise it?

Arya is definitely one of those 'eye for an eye' people. However, she's more likely to torture and kill you than just a simple act of revenge. The only ones she doesn't treat like they're absolutely beneath her are her girls, whom she spoils like beloved pets.

4. How does she regard beliefs that differ from hers? Is she tolerant, intolerant, curious, indifferent?

She's indifferent, really. Unless it directly contradicts her, she couldn't care less.

5. What prejudices does she hold? Are they irrational or does she have a good reason for them?

Haha, she hates most people. Just because they're inferior, insignificant things.



Daily Life
1. What is the character's financial situation? Is she rich, poor, comfortable, in debt?

Arya's incredibly wealthy. Not only did she inherit her father's vast fortune, she's added on to it substantially through trade and her singing career.

2. What is her social status? Has this changed over time, and if so, how has the change affected her?

Arya's well known across most of the nations as a popular singer. She has an official fan club, too.

3. Where does she live? House, apartment, trailer? Is her home her castle or just a place to crash? What condition is it in? Does she share it with others?

Arya's home is a cross between a mansion and a fortress. It's also incredibly stylish. The interior is decorated to her exact specifications and is kept very tidy, save for a few piles of gold in her bedroom.

4. Besides the basic necessities, what does she spend her money on?

She...doesn't, really. She hoards her money unless there's something worth spending it on.

5. What does she do for a living? Is she good at it? Does she enjoy it, or would she rather be doing something else?

Arya's a singer! She's very good at it, as she's ranked one of the top performers. She'd much rather be the Empress, but she's somewhat satisfied with the following she's gained by her voice alone. She enjoys singing, although you'd never guess as much if you knew how she truly was.

6. What are her interests or hobbies? How does she spend her free time?

In addition to singing, Arya collects beautiful things, like gold and women.

7. What are her eating habits? Does she skip meals, eat out, drink alcohol, avoid certain foods?

Arya eats well, three to five meals a day depending on her mood. She loves her alcohol, particularly fine wine and ale. She hates to admit it, but dwarven ale is her favorite.



Associations
Which of the following do you associate with the character, or which is her favorite:

1. Color? Gold.
2. Smell? Raspberries & Dark Chocolate.
3. Time of day? Evening.
4. Season? Summer.
5. Book? N/A
6. Music? Jazz.
7. Place? A pile of gold.
8. Substance? Gold.
9. Plant? Pincushion Protea.
10. Animal? Fox.