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Aislinn Dorne

"She is both hellfire and holy water."

▪ (Brief house overview) Old blood, original members clawed their way to the elevated standing, then worked tirelessly to maintain it. Some intermarriage to keep the bloodline "pure", very strict about marrying up and siring only Midlander children. After some rigorous time and work, Desrosiers became a prominent name, boasting superior numbers and resources. Enjoyed a steady century of prosperity and then a following century of gradual decline, a suffering culmination of illness, infertility and various scandals. The Desrosiers house is now a shadow of its former glory, barren and shamed.

▪ Hugh and Cecily Desrosiers sought to restore the house's prestige, mercilessly attempting to groom their children, Aislinn and Wilmund, into their visions of perfection. Wilmund was steered toward knighthood, and Aislinn was subjected to a slew of etiquette lessons, prepping the girl for upward movement through marriage.

▪ Wilmund complied, but Aislinn and her wild heart yearned for more, for adventure and freedom. She rebelled at every turn; sneaking out to drink or romp in the stables, wearing trousers under her dresses, visiting the blacksmith to gander at the weapons, etc. The more her parents tried to reel her in, the further she strayed.

▪ Wilmund is pressured to climb higher, to endeavor for a position as a Dragoon. He bends to the command, despite Aislinn's protests, and labors diligently; he tells Aislinn it makes him happy, but she can see the strain and toll. She begs him to stop, but he does not relent.

▪ A year before the end of the Dragonsong War, Wilmund ventures out to complete a heroic trial that will earn him the title and rank of 'Dragoon'. Days pass...Weeks...Months. He does not return, his body never retrieved. Aislinn mourns and their parents strike his name from their memories, accusing their son of failure and disappointment.

▪ Cecily and Hugh, with one shot remaining, shift their sole attention to Aislinn. She suffocates under the weight of their demands and expectations, and taking her own life briefly crosses her mind. It is the thought of Wilmund which keeps her upright; someone must linger to remember him, to sing his praise. But she knows she can not stay.

▪ Her parents introduce her to a suitor, a man they are arranging for her to wed in the coming months; Biorn Gagnon, a Midlander from a small, albeit wealthy family and noble line. Aislinn detests the sniveling man from the start, and it is this turn of events which strengthens her final resolve. A fortnight later, in the dead of night, Aislinn cuts her hair short, sheds her dress for more practical garments, shoulders what little supplies she has procured, and vanishes from Ishgard.

▪ She kept her head low as she traveled over the next week, moving quickly and under cloak. In Gridania, she set up temporary residence at The Roost, proclaiming her surname as 'Dorne', should anyone inquire, and picked up a lance, honoring her brother and choosing her own path.

L I K E S

■ Incredibly proud and out to prove herself, Aislinn strives to do her best in everything she attempts. Nothing short of perfection is tolerated.

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D I S L I K E S

■ Abhors feeling patronized and is slow to reveal her story, lest the listener offer sympathy. Rarely will she accept aid of any kind.

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Q U I R K S

■ Easily prone to irritation, and expresses this openly through gestures: shoves her bangs aside, crosses her arms, narrows her eyes, etc.

■ Finds the idea of 'relaxation' to be a waste of time - she would always rather be doing something, and when she moves, it's briskly, as though perpetually in a hurry.

■ Speaks brusquely and with little regard for small talk/social pleasantries. Does not frequently laugh or smile; when she does, it's more often a smirk or bitter chuckle.

R E L A T I O N S H I P S

Color Key
♥ _{Relationship: Romantically/sexually involved with this character.} ♥ _{Attraction Romantically/sexually interested in this character.} ♥ _{Platonic: Considers this person family.} ♦ _{Friend: Considers this person her friend.} ♦ _{Friendly Acquaintance: Considers this person mostly friendly, or as an ally.} ● _{Good Standing: No specific feelings about this character, however they left a good impression.} ● _{Neutral: No specific feelings about this character.} ● _{Bad Standing: No specific feelings about this character, however they left a bad impression.} ♠ _{Dislike: Doesn't consider this person a friend, and will talk if needed, but try to avoid them.} ♠ _{Hate: Considers this person an annoyance, and will try to avoid them. Conflict can happen.} ♠ _{Fear: Is terrified by this character, and will try to avoid them at all cost.} ♠ _{Rivalry: Considers this person a rival, and will try to initiate conflict every time she gets to meet them.} ♥ _{Family Member: Related by blood.} ✔ _{Business: An employer, employee, or coworker.} ✖ _{Deceased: This character has passed away.}

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Hugh Desrosiers ( ♥ ) ( NPC ) - Father
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Cecily Desrosiers ( ♥ ) ( NPC ) - Mother
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Wilmund Desrosiers ( ♥ ) ( NPC ) - Older Brother
Pliable and compassionate, Wilmund did not fare well under their parents insistence. He strove to make them proud, bending to their whims, despite whatever preference or opinion he might harbor. He became a knight, per their wishes, and was training to join the ranks of the Dragoons, though he had little interest in joining the war effort. Alas, it cost him dearly - he ventured out to fulfill a trial, and never returned. The family presumes him dead, though his body was never discovered.

Biorn Gagnon ( ♠ ) ( NPC ) - Fiancé
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Steel Crag ( ♥ ) - My Thief
Days after her arrival to Gridania, Steel failed in an attempt to pick pocket Aislinn, and after she chased him into the Carline Canopy for a confrontation, the two shared a drink...or three. It was here a defining deal was struck; Steel would kill her parents and fiancé, and Aislinn would pay him with whatever piece of her he wanted. The two bicker intensely, but share a mutual attraction, one which blossomed passionately after a failed contract led to an ambush. He's stolen her heart, and she's taken to dubbing him "my thief".

R U M O R S

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If you would like to add your own under 'PC', please let me know!

◢ Common Rumors - Easily overheard. Use these freely!

■ "Always see her with that lance strapped to her back, never seen her without it. Wonder how well she can wield it..."

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◢ Uncommon Rumors - A little more difficult to hear. Use sparingly or ask first!

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◢ Rare Rumors - Very rarely overheard. Please ask before using!

■ "A noble house in Ishgard loses their daughter, and then this girl shows up, keeping to herself and shady folk! Maybe it's a coincidence, but it's a bit curious."

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◢ Player Character Rumors - Feel free to add rumors of your own!

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S C R E E N S H O T S

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