Gwenaelle Devareaux

Spellslinging Songstress

A polarizing and fascinating figure in Ishgardian society, Gwenaelle embodies elegance and grace in all affairs, indulging the fantasies of all enamored with the art of song and the beauty of spring. A history of tragedy and triumph as her mother's greatest shame and a singer of undeniable talent have provided her with a remarkable ability to present herself as the perfect companion, a woman with such a gentle touch that all ills and ails are forgotten when safe within her arms. In all circumstances, Gwenaelle is the generous benefactor and the sympathetic listener, easing the deepest concerns of a confidante with sweetness and charm. Her remarkable ability to empathize is near as fascinating as the capacity in which she seduces and disarms: though blighted by the circumstance of her birth, there are few who would slight her based on the quality of her blood.

Despite her many kindnesses, there is an undeniable edge of melancholy to Gwenaelle that is not easily shaken, persisting as a deep suspicion and wariness even in her brightest moments. A life of conflict and cruelty has weathered away at her optimism and left her bereft the hope that she might know the happiness that all young women desire: though she knows she is beautiful, her impression of those who appreciate it is often that they would know her as little more than the enchanting artiste she plays the part of. Her penchant for duplicity seems a defensive put into place to staving away intimacy out of fear that she might be swept up by another's charms, swiftly made use of and cast aside when she is no longer of interest or utility to them.

She has found that secrets hold the most value to her because they can be so readily used to strike deeply and decisively against an unkind lover when she has found herself most egregiously wounded by them. Though the idea of love is an appealing one, she would not wish being ruined by it on anyone and manipulates the circumstance to her own advantage, garnering trust and affection while keeping each individual's weaknesses in the mind for the moment they double cross her.

A P P E A R A N C E

Appearance...

L I K E S

■ Virtuosity. As a talented musician herself a patron of the arts, Gwenaelle is enamored with the talents of others.

■ Romance. Her heart has been broken many times, yet foolishly persists in craving the same blissful agony.

■ Children. Gentle, innocent souls, she envisions herself with a large family of her own.

■ Devotion. A devoted heart is an honest heart, and an honest heart never lies.

■ The Fury. As all good citizens of Ishgard, Gwenaelle reveres the Fury for her strength and beauty.

■ Flowers. All things that are good and right in the world should have flowers.

■ Tea. There are few things more soothing for the soul than tea and a good friend.

D I S L I K E S

■ Distance. No part of Gwenaelle seeks distance, whether it be personal or emotional.

■ Ambivalence. Sureness is the mark of success.

■ Apathy. A man who does not care at all is not a man worth living for.

■ Prejudice. Suffering a lifetime of such indignity has been enough. No more.

■ Heat. It's simply too much.

■ Humiliation. Pleasure at the expense of another is sheer cruelty for the sake of it.

■ Spicy Food. Dreadfully over seasoned! Wherever is the depth of flavor?

Q U I R K S

■ Always the artist. Never caught in a moment of weakness.

■ A skilled blade. Do not let her beauty fool her - this rose has thorns.

■ An excellent liar. Unfortunate but necessary.

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

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♥ _{In A Relationship: Name is romantically involved with this character.} ♥ _{Romantic Attraction: Name is romantically interested in this character.} ♥ _{Sexual Attraction Name is physically interested in this character.} ♥ _{Platonic Love/Family: Name considers this person family.} ♦ _{Friend: Name considers this person her friend.} ♦ _{Friendly Acquaintance: Name considers this person mostly friendly, or as an ally.} ● _{Good Standing: Name has no specific feelings about this character, however they left a good impression.} ● _{Neutral: Name has no specific feelings about this character.} ● _{Bad Standing: Name has no specific feelings about this character, however they left a bad impression.} ♠ _{Dislike: Name doesn't consider this person a friend, and will talk if needed, but try to avoid them.} ♠ _{Hate: Name consider this person an annoyance, and will try to avoid them. Conflict can happen.} ♠ _{Fear: Name is terrified by this character, and will try to avoid them at all cost.} ♠ _{Rivalry: Name consider this person a rival, and will try to initiate conflict every time she gets to meet them.} ♥ _{Family Member: This character is related by blood to Name.} ✔ _{Business: This character is either an Name's employer, employee, or coworker.} ✖ _{Deceased: This character has passed away.} ? _{Hidden Feelings/Unknown: This character has one of all the color keys above, but Name isn't fully aware of it yet.}

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Astorelle Vaudelaire ( ♥ ) ( NPC ) - The Hypnotizing Harpist
As scions of broken houses, women of remarkable beauty and entertainers of astounding renown, it was not in the greatest favor that Gwenaelle found herself when she enchanted Ishgardian society with her song. The intense years of rivalry and antipathy that existed between them broke when Astorelle found herself with child and without the means to give him the world he deserved. Without hesitation, Gwenaelle provided. She has become her closest companion and confidante, softening her often severe and unsmiling manner to protect her from the many injustices her half-blooded status welcomes.

Tristophe Noirterel ( ● ♠) ( NPC ) - The Broken Bard
Once a rake known for his authentic and raw poetry and his sonorous voice, the many tragedies of the Dragonsong War struck down his young paramour and his newborn son. Years passed and he became grim and forbidding, abandoning the arts he had learned for practicality and the comforts of engineering, a talent that was both predictable and reliable. As the father of Astorelle's child, his investment is equal parts the efforts of Gwenaelle and guilt: she will not for an instant let him forget the part he has played and what his child is owed.

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Nalleux de Mercier ( ? ♥ ♥ ) - The Forlorn Knight
Brought together by a not-so-chance meeting in the House of the Spring Star, Gwenaelle knew upon first conversing with Nalleux that there was more to him than met the eye. Enchanted by his romantic manner and gentle touch, she soothed the melancholy that had risen within him at the end of the Dragonsong War and was left with a new appreciation for wearing her heart on her sleeve. The time she spent with him is among her most cherished of memories, though as in all things, the hope that all that she felt in that moment was real is a dim and failing flame.

Camille de Mercier ( ♦ ) - The Gentle Lady
Driven from the confines of her teahouse by a sudden and unexpected case of restlessness, Gwenaelle fled the entertainment district and stumbled across the young Lady Camille de Mercier by happenstance when browsing the market. A kind inquiry soon became conversation and conversation then became an adventure from merchant to merchant, comparing fabrics and finery frivolously. They began to exchange letters shortly after Gwenaelle determined that she would leave Ishgard for a time to embark on a grand adventure of a different kind.

Aurelais Monteliard ( ♥ ● ) - The Long Lost Lover
Gwenaelle's infatuation and devoted admiration of Aurelais Monteliard is well known to all who she cherishes deeply, though less known is how cruelly she jilted her and left her behind in search of the next conquest. Though her heart can quickly be brought to fiercely beating by her, the grief that she left in her wake has left her unable to reconcile with her thoughtlessness. Some things are not meant to be.

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