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Persephone Sophia Demetriou
- Often fantasizes about knights, it’s a little embarrassing.
- While she believes in true love, she just longs for freedom.
- Owns so many ball gowns omg.
- She may be “blessed” with natural beauty, but takes an awful long time to get ready.
- Has asthma, uses an inhaler but it acts up with certain weather or too much physical activity.
- Uses floral perfumes, but very faintly, as it can agitate her throat.
- Is said she looks a lot like her grandmother.
- Despite of being from Balding, she spends a lot of time in the capital in her “summer home”
Personality
- Dancing
- Opalite
- Fairytale books
- Floral perfumes
- Black licorice
- Parties
- Gold jewelry
- Fog/mist
- Sweating
- Silver jewelry
- Cheap jewels
- Prolongued silence
- Being alone
> Romantic, caring, strong-willed, quiet, calculating & spoiled.
On surface level Persephone is perfectly well behaved, proper, kind and very soft spoken. While this isn’t an act of deception, there is more to her than meets the eye. When first meeting her she may be a bit cold, keeping people at arm's length. Coming off as either reserved or shy. Though once befriended she is downright doting. Easily showering her friends with love and gifts if they would let her.
From a young age on she’s had high expectations put upon her, ones that she handled with much grace and relative ease. But she definitely has her limits, though not always in a position to speak up. In an attempt to keep herself out of any difficult situations she is often caught internally weighing the pros and cons before taking action. Under the surface is a determined young woman, who wants to live a life best suited to herself.
Her sheltered upbringing also leaves her rather unaware of certain things. She can act spoiled, unaware that her tastes, wants and needs can be expensive and even unreasonable in certain circumstances. She’ll settle for less if needed, but won’t love it and may show it by getting pouty, huffy and generally turning her nose up. Still has lots to learn when it comes to the ways of the world.
History
Childhood/Young Adult
Born to the Duke and Duchess of Demetriou. They could not have wished for a more perfect little baby to follow in their footsteps. From a young age onward Persephone was praised for her natural beauty, delicate features, soft fur and shiny hair. Though her parents always beamed with pride she wasn’t actually raised by her own parents much, as they left that to the maids around the castle. Whenever they did involve themselves they would be strict and cold. Giving her little affection outside of verbal praise. Usually far too busy with governing their duchy. Especially after her mother passed away at an early age, leaving her father to deal with everything on his own. With no siblings and very few friends she would sometimes feel lonely, sticking close to the maids. Due to this little Persephone grew particularly close to her Lady’s maid, treating her more like a friend than a servant. Deeply trusting them with her most intimate secrets and worries.
With such titles and duties above her head, ones she would have to inherit one day, there rested quite a bit of expectation on her shoulders. Growing up she was taught several arts and some means of defense as per tradition. Her late grandmother had gained the title through efforts of battle so there was a lot of pride surrounding this. Unfortunately for Persephone, she was prone to coughing fits, caused by asthma. While not kept from her archery practices entirely, it did cause her father to limit her physical activities. Telling her to focus on her musical talents, harp, and studies instead. Though it would often result in her fantasizing about fairy tales, wishing to be whisked away by her knight in shining armor, or something akin to it. Left to daydream about an idealistic world where she could go wherever she wanted.
At least she wasn’t a hard kid to raise, always doing as she was told and staying out of trouble. It’s not like she wasn’t curious about life outside her restrictive household. But for one, she didn’t know any better and secondly, she had been told that the outside held many dangers, including illnesses that her frail body could not handle.The highlights in her life would be whenever her father was throwing a ball. While she was kept away from most of the ones thrown outside, no one could keep her from the ones in her own home! While encouraged to not get too riled up on such events, she couldn’t help but truly feel alive. The music, dancing and of course banquets, all left her with a smile on her face that lasted the entire night. It’s where her curiosity shined and the sound of shared laughter ringing through the halls was her absolute favorite. Indulging in every moment nights like these would allow, always wishing for more.
Now
Not everyday could be a ball however, this becoming much more clear in recent years. While Persephone was unaware of most of the politics surrounding her family, it was clear the general air had changed. More tense than ever when tragedies hit the royal family. Causing her father to worry and fuss more than ever. They had to keep the title alive and for that they required an heir! Without much discussion he found her a suitable marriage partner and put much effort towards arranging a wedding in the future. Persephone’s bubble burst, she had been off daydreaming about but now dreads this day. Trying by any means to escape as she has no interest in marrying someone she’s never met. She may be a lady, and had no qualms inheriting the title and estate, but for now is desperate to prolong her engagement and find a way out.
Being one of the current nobles of Balding City means a lot of responsibilities lie on her shoulders and takes that very seriously, but she worries about her own freedom of choice.
Combat Info
Zephyr's HearStrings
House of Roaring Tempest
A white wooden longbow, decorated with golden filigree forming little hearts. This bow comes with a few extra strings, so it doubles as a harp. Arrows shot from this bow crackle with electricity, as they fly through the air, the sound of rumbling thunder follows it. Once it lands or hits its mark the arrow zaps out the electricity and comes crashing with a thundering boom. Those close enough, even if not hit by the initial arrow have to make a dex roll to not be blown over. While not causing extra damage the sound alone can cause your ears to start ringing.
Siren Song
House of Lyrical Enchantment
The user plays a song on their music instrument of choice, affecting up to 3 targets within hearing range. The targets become deeply infatuated with the user, making it hard to concentrate. Targets take disadvantage on their next attack roll, whether it is casted, melee or ranged.
Masquerade
House of Lyrical Enchantment
The user casts illusory magic on themself to make them, their clothes and equipment look different. It can either be a generic person so long as the person can think of it. It can otherwise be used to make them look like a specific person but they would have to have seen them, otherwise only figure an estimate, not guaranteeing the accuracy. The spell lasts up to an hour, though as it’s only an illusion, physical touch can break the enchantment. Close inspection (mag roll) can also alert someone to the magic. The spell can be used to only a part of themself too, meaning they can change the appearance of clothes, a single limb or even as simple as eye color.
Relationships
Father
Biological Father - He/Him
Her relationship with her father is strained, especially in the recent arranged marriage efforts. While she respects him, his postion and general advice she does not see fully eye-to-eye. She also feels he worries about her too much, not allowing her to go about her own way.
✝ Mother
Biological Mother - She/Her
She doesn't remember all too much about her late mother, as she passed away when she was young. She doesn't remember her being too affectionate yet still misses her sometimes. Or maybe she just misses the idea..
TBD
Lady's Maid - She/They
She is extremely fond of her lady's maid. Already being up in age, and with her mother's passing, she took over a motherly role to the girl. Persephone trusts them with anything and often lays her own worries upon her when they become too much.
