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A good friend of mine within the academy. His intelligence is nothing to scoff at, for he knows the history of Badahab better than most professors. I sought him out personally when I escaped my homeland, hoping to learn more about this world.
Despite both of us being nobles, he is the complete opposite of me. Not many know of his history besides Dove and I. It's because I used to have magic that could answer questions about others, even if it meant prying open the secrets nobody else wants known. Ringo seems to not want to talk about his family tree either, so I don't press him about it. I did once slip up though and mention his nobility... Luckily nobody else was around, but he must think I'm some sort of spy.
I found him traveling alone in the wilderness one night and thought he was very cute. He just looked so...malleable and controllable. I told him I was alone and needed help, and he was quick to agree to protect and follow me. I can't wait to see how he can benefit me in the future. He is just a tool to me...but I will admit he has a very cute smile.
After emerging from my period of isolation, I sought the nearest town to look for a way to put my newfound compassion and empathy to the test. I met Melchior before I got there, and... admittedly, he's a bit odd, but I agreed to help him. Though he seems pretty capable of himself, so I'm not sure why he needs me. No no, I said I'd stop doubting people and sympathize more, so I shouldn't say those things!
Even when we were kids Shǒu Fú was a prissy asshole. He always parades himself around with a "holier than thou" attitude and likes to show he's better than everyone else at every turn. Admittedly, I admire his confidence and view him as my one true equal. I would never tell him that though, lest it go to his head. Sometimes I find reasons to squabble with him just to keep his attention where it should be - on me.
I've known him since we were only kittens. He has some colorful vocabulary and lacks street smarts, but I see him as my one true equal. I won't admit this to him, but when I ask to train with him... I'm just trying to extend our time together. He doesn't know that I sacrificed my left eye in a battle to protect his honor... But it was worth it. I'd do it again for him, even if it meant that my right eye would be the next to go.
Best brother in the whole world! He always has my back and knows the right things to say!
THIS GUY! I can't stand him, he's always in my business and poking fun at my small ears! And he thinks it's so cool to send me stupid texts and memes. I mean, I wake up to something ridiculous every day! So, to annoy him, I send him memes that remind me of his dumb personality and reply to every text. HA! Take that!
My greatest friend in the church. He helps me with not only my responsibilities, but sticks up for me when I'm stressed out. Only he knows how exhausting it's been for the church of Gaia since the fall of the royal family.
The first non-human I have ever met. At first, I considered him to be untrustworthy, but... he showed me the wonders of magic. Being around him made me realize that I wanted to stay with him in Badahab.
Alice likes to nag and get under people's skin, but after getting to know her I can tell she means well. She is insecure about her family's position and I can understand how that could cause her a lot of anxiety. I honestly think she's one of the smartest people I know, always thinking and plotting and devising plans of how to move forward. I admire her a lot, and I only wish she would see herself the way I see her. She's a strong woman, she doesn't need to bow to the needs of these old and crusty men. She's beautiful as she is and I'm hoping I can knock some sense into her.
I can't figure Athena out sometimes, since she is so different from me. Yet... That's also what makes her exciting. Sometimes when I listen to her talk about her frustration with her title, I just... Want to take away the stress and do that work for her. She likes sparring, getting rough, and having a good time... The world of politics and arranged marriages just doesn't fit her. If there was a way to make her a free woman... I would help. As long as she doesn't know, of course. I'll never hear the end of it if she finds out I'm sympathetic!
My boss, my king, and one of my better friends. Even though I love him dearly, I'm not afraid to cut him down if I must.