∗History∗
((TO BE ALTERED))
Illith Lith's upbringing was far from modest.
In her youth, she lived in a fairly upstanding and affluent household in Ul'dah; her father being one of high repute in the Thaumaturge's guild.
She studied heavily in the Thaumaturgical arts at his duress; both she and her brother becoming very well versed at a very young age.
Eventually, as most children do, she became bored with her usual studies and would read from books she wasn't so privy too. It was on one of these occasions she came across a myriad of tomes hidden away in a 'safe room' of sorts in her father's study...it becoming apparent that he had been housing ledgers dealing with Black Mages. This is where her abilities altered as she began to learn on her own of wielding such power. Thankfully, most of the tomes - and notes (from her father no doubt) - spoke much on secrecy and the reason Black Mages 'cease to exist', for the most part. To this day she still holds true to that; she is inclined to not speak of what she actually can do and will act ignorant of it when asked. Illith is particularly careful to not cast spells that
In present day; she has commissioned specific items that aids in hiding her 'Aetheric flow' and to channel her magick for a stronger effect. For those sensitive at reading such things; the intricate neck piece is in the shape of an Ahriman and houses gemstones that need to be replaced daily - unless said stones are a lesser ' It is usually hidden under her collar and unseen on most occasions. The other commissioned piece, however, aids in channeling her power to a pinpoint. For the time being; they are only seen as ornately designed and taloned gloves. Their actual purpose unknown save for cosmetic effect.
After her mother's sudden passing, Illith became cold and resentful. She continued her studies in an attempt to quell her own emotions over her loss; both she and her brother becoming bitter rivals in the following years.
Taking up the reigns of the Black Mage; she feels a kindred sensation with the dark magick...it making her feel like she has control during a very questionable time in her life. It is around this time she leaves home without a word.