Melisandra Masters

[edit] Basic Information History Relationships Rumors Visuals RP Hooks OOC Notes  Melisandra 'Mel' Masters Error creating thumbnail: File missing "Be who you are, not what other people want you to be. Only then can you love yourself." Gender Female. Race Roegadyn. Clan Hellsguard. Citizenship Ul'dah. Formerly Limsa Lominsa. Age Twenty-Six. Occupation Medic, Bodyguard & Knight-in-Training. Deity Nophica, the Matron. Association Aetherial Warriors <AW-RP> Server Balmung GENERAL INFORMATION A Roegadyn woman of mysterious birth, adopted by Hyur nobles she soon decides to become a 'knight' and help all those in need. After training for many years she finally was given permission to seek adventure on her own terms and now wanders across Eorzea, in search for new experiences, friends, enemies and a chance to prove her worth no matter how many scars she gains along the way! APPEARANCE Mel is very tall, even for a Roegadyn with a toned yet soft build of 'robust' features of the most feminine description. Her skin is a deep tan brown, with a small beauty mark near her plush lips. She has bright purple eyes that she often outlines with make-up, full lips which she often applies just a small bit of balm to give her lips a 'shine'. Her long, back length hair is stark white which offsets her dark skin and she usually has it made up in a variety of styles depending on her mood and/or the situation at hand, though she usually has it pulled back into a long braid, leaving her bangs to sometimes cover her eyes and the hair at the sides of her head was styled into 'drills' which usually drape across her chest. Though usually, she whenever she does change her style it's usually always in such a way to make sure to cover her forehead as there is a tattoo she has had on her forehead since apparently she was a baby and is very self-conscious about it. PERSONALITY She is a strong willed yet compassionate woman. While maintaining an image of grace, poise and of a cool exterior, she also allows people to see just how warm her heart can be. She never turns away from a friend in need and has often taken a hit meant for a friend. She is honest and rarely lies, which sometimes gets her into quite a bit of trouble from time to time. Friendly and outspoken, she will tell you exactly what she thinks of you but will always (unless you are of ill repute) tread her words carefully as not to offend. She comes off a bit of a loner but is often shocked when people are too intimidated by her to talk to her. She is confident in herself and in her abilities and though it doesn't show often, when her temper flares up, you can usually bet 'something' is going to end up being broken/thrown/bent. Though she'd never admit she was the least bit vain, she often does give into maintaining her feminine side. She lives by a self imposed code of chivalry and this seems almost archaic, some of these codes are thus, it prevents her from lying/tolerating liars, it prevents her to give in to stealing and it prevents her from substituting vulgarity for wit. She believes that she must make herself a worthy and honorable person as homage to her foster parent's kindness in raising her. She is rather intelligent, she would never claim to be as smart as any scholar, but owes much of her knowledge to experiences and her upbringing. When a man catches her eye, which is very rare, she will often gravitate towards them and will find herself acting a little more 'girly' than she would like and often becomes all more of a 'klutz' when around them. She isn't opposed to flirting, though often does so in a platonic sense. In contrast to some would say her 'prudish' mannerism, she is actually quite fine with wearing little to no clothing as she is not ashamed of her body, that being said, those who would 'try' and see this side of her without her permission usually end up being thrown IN to or OVER a nearby wall as she's also not afraid to show off her above average strength either. LIKES Warm Days Bright Colors Spicy Food Tea (Favorite is Mulled) Snurbleberry Tart DISLIKES Lying/Liars Arrogance Morbol Seafood Aurelia OTHER Alignment: Neutral Good Vice: Fashion Favorite Kind of Man: Bold, Brave, Facial Hair, Friendly & Deep Voice. Favorite Book: Tall Tales; The Collective Works of Eorzean Fables. CURRENT THOUGHTS Will I ever find a group of people that truly get me? BACKSTORY Melisandra was born to the Hellsguard race, but other than that, she doesn't know much else. According to her Hyur foster parents she was found at the side of the road, nestled in the middle of a large patch of wild flowers. Her foster parents, Lord and Lady Masters, perhaps feeling sorry for the young Roegadyn decided to adopt her as their ward. Though not versed in any of the Roegadyn customs or traditions, they decided to give her a name and a place with their family, which already contained several children, mostly boys, of their own. Melisandra knew she was different from the first time she could comprehend it. She was bigger than most girls, even most children her age, bigger and stronger as well, she also had a tendency towards physically showing her emotions, her parents decided it would be best to help 'hone' those urges of hers into something more constructive. Whilst her mother wanted her education to be of the book and dress, her father on the other hand thought that would only frustrate her and decided (secretly) to also allow Melisandra to use her physical prowess towards more martial practices. Soon after she was trained in almost every conceivable weapon she could get her hands on, having a seeming knack for them she picked them up quickly, though of course would still be prone to bouts of rage, she found that her mother's studies actually helped to calm her down and to control those angry feelings. On top of her knack for 'war' she also found she had a love of nature and wanted to help people with her abilities, so her mother consented to having Melisandra learn Conjury. Soon though Melisandra got bored and listless always being around the manor, never really doing anything but always wanting to dedicate herself to a cause. She always looked up to her elder brothers for they off exploring the world as knights or studying abroad and so she asked for the same. Though her parents were hesitant they finally consented on her twentieth nameday she was given everything, including her grandmothers armor (which was modified of course) and was allowed to leave on the promise to send home letters on a bi-weekly basis. She found herself wandering around Eorzea, helping out those in need, honing her abilities, camping, fighting monsters, running away from monsters and learning new things almost every day. She found herself soon joining the Ul'dah Grand Company, as a way of not only making a name for herself, but also as a way to become more independent money wise. Having gained access to the City-State of Ishgard, she was amazed and impressed by how different the cultures and general 'attitude' of both the leadership and the citizenry between Ishgard and the Grand Companies. She was also, admittedly, a little enthusiastic to learn new things when it came to training and has taken it upon herself to learn all of the martial and magical professions that this archaic if not interesting new place has to offer her. RECENT HISTORY Recently joined a group called Aetherial Warriors, never good with groups she finds it difficult to fit in, but is slowly beginning to open up to the people there. Has been granted access to the City-State of Ishgard and has taken it upon herself to learn all she can of this new and seemingly 'stricter' culture. RELATIONSHIPS -- RELATIONSHIP STATUS LEGEND ♥ Romantic Attraction – ♥ Physical Attraction – ♥ Platonic Love – $ Business – ✝ Deceased – ✔ Positive – ✖ Negative – ● Neutral – � Unsure FAMILY She does not know of any of her 'biological' family, but of her adoptive parents and siblings. She has two brothers and a sister along with her mother and father. They still keep in touch, wishes she would tone down on her more 'physical' side of things, get this adventuring out of her system, find a nice man and pop out a few kids. LIST OF FAMILY MEMBERS Karin Masters, mother. ( ✔ ♥ ) Thoughts: "My mother was born unto a noble house and was brought up to be a lady from the day she could first walk. She is a well educated and speaks only in the most loftiest of manners. Though strict, she loves all of her children, even myself and brought me up from a young age to behave like any noble woman would want of their daughter I assume. She did not care for my Father's appreciation for my... inherent tendencies but allowed them with a watchful eye." She is in good standing with her mother, though gets annoyed with all this 'getting married' talk. Reed Masters, father. ( ✔ ♥ ) Thoughts: "My father is one of the most intelligent yet mischievous men I have ever met. Whereas my mother tries to maintain the picture of poise, my father, despite his noble upbringing is quite rowdy and is prone to laughter. He is a jovial sort but that isn't to say he cannot be stern and rather tactful if needed. He is a hunter, never letting his quarry know of his true intentions until it's too late. That being said he is a family man and dedicated to his children above all else." She is in good standing with her father, though wishes he would stop sending her the most groan worthy of jokes through letters. Matthew Masters, brother. ( ✔ ) Thoughts: "My brother takes after my father in looks, but my mother in personality. Though he loves to laugh and enjoy himself, he knows what he has to do and doesn't procrastinate about doing it. He is most of the time serious, ever one to look at his watch and wishes not to waste a moment of his time on anyone or anything that delays him unless it is at his behest. He is currently serving as a Knight Captain." She is on good terms with her brother, though is annoyed at him more often than not. Marlowe Masters, brother. ( ✔ ) Thoughts: "One of the more shall we say 'less serious' of my siblings. He enjoys having a good time more than anything else. My parents still do not know where he gets his dedication to the pursuit of a good time above all else, but somehow think my uncle is to blame. He rarely takes anything serious, save for his music and is a horrible flirt with anything of the feminine persuasion. Though he has a good heart, he would gladly drink himself into a stupor at the drop of a hat. Is it any wonder he has chosen the life of a bard?" She is in good standing with him, but she dislikes his choice of lifestyle and believes him to be too frivolous. Sandra Masters, sister. ( ✔ ♥ ) Thoughts: "We were both, in part, named after our Grandmother. Who apparently was quite the warrior in her time and her fiery spirit lives within my sister the most. Fair and beautiful, her temper, like mine, often gets the best of her. She has pursued a more scholastic lifestyle, having taken up recently with the Arcanist Guild in Limsa Lominsa and is one of the most energetic and bravest people I know." She is on good terms with her sister and relates to her heavily as she is something she wishes she could be to her adoptive family. Tommen Masters, uncle. ( ✔ ) Thoughts: "He is mysterious to me, apparently having been the 'black sheep' of my father's side of the family. He travels the world, finding new adventures (and wives from what mother says) wherever he travels. He always visits during the holidays and brings everyone at least one present from his travels. He seemed like a jovial kind of person, though even I could tell that he hides something perhaps painful whenever he looks at my father." She is in good standing with him, though she doesn't know much about him save for rumors and tall tales and of course the various pets and gifts he often sends her. NON-FAMILY -- LIST OF PLAYER CHARACTER RELATIONS -- ( ♥ ♥ � ) Thoughts: "-- -- RUMORS These are rumors, both from NPCs and PCs, that one might overhear in regards to Melisandra. Feel free to utilize these in your RP hooks, or add your own! ◢ Common Rumors - Easily overheard. Use these freely! (Insert rumor here.) -- Rumor Author / Location ◢ Uncommon Rumors - A little more difficult to hear. Use sparingly or ask first! (Insert rumor here.) -- Rumor Author / Location ◢ Rare Rumors - Very rarely overheard. Please ask before using! (Insert rumor here.) -- Rumor Author / Location ◢ Player Character Rumors - Feel free to add rumors of your own! (Insert rumor here.) -- Rumor Author / Location (If you add a player rumor, please first copy and paste the above line of code to leave behind for the next person! Thanks!) GALLERY Error creating thumbnail: File missing With a shorter hairstyle. Error creating thumbnail: File missing With her favorite pet; Powder. Error creating thumbnail: File missing In her new swimsuit, hanging out at Costa de Sol. FOOTNOTES She was inspired off of two characters Brienne of Tarth from Game of Thrones and Erza Scarlet from Fairy Tale. Theme Song: 'Tomorrow is Mine' I am trying to make her skilled (at least level 40) in most classes, to allow her to be more versatile. ROLEPLAY HOOKS A list of hooks for roleplay goes here.

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