[Hider]Name: Lieutenant Minerva Fairchild Nickname: [I]The Lion's Fang[/I] Race: Human Age: 21 Gender: Self explanatory. Appearance: [Hider] Compared to other Alexandrian Knights and Soldiers, Minerva possesses a slightly stockier build with minutely broader shoulders. She wears plate armour of ivory hue, bearing subtle accents of deep crimson whoch bought her the namesake she earned in battle. What is notable about the faceplate she wears is that the eyelets themselves possess long streaks of narrow black that trace down the face. As if the Knight beneath weeps for those she is in strife against. Yet once all the armor is removed, the girl it protects oft wears garments of pure white and red, even while she still stubbornly wears her gauntlets throughout the day. Her weapon of choice is one of balance, a heavy round shield and short sword. Using them with martial prowess, the sword strikes with the fluidity of a venomous viper, and the shield acts as both her protector, and harbinger of savage forward assaults. If in the company of those which are non cobative, the helm is oft removed and with it long tresses of chestnut hair complemented by inquisitive azure eyes meet those around her. One could say that without the armor and ruggedness it brings with it, she could be a beautiful young woman. [/Hider] Proportionality: [Hider] Weight: 135 Height: 5'5" Description: Minerva bears a finely carved figure honed by years of training thanks to the requirement set by her family before she wven joined the Alexandrian military. Combining both potent offense, and strong defense, she possesses the strength to land heavy crippling blows, as well as the means to deftly block or parry her opponent's retaliation. [/hider] ______________________ Personality:- Stern, fierce, and unrelenting, Minerva similarly combines such assets to the noble upbringing she was raised with. Elegant when she needs to be, and absolutely brutal for when the time calls, it is not wise to cross blades with her in singular combat. Job: Alexandrian Soldier Fighting Style: Israeli Martial Arts. Weapons from strongest to weakest: Sheathed upon the backside of her hips is a pair of Short Swords, ready to be drawn within a moment's notice. Secondly to that, she also holds a heavy round shield, which is used similarly for offense and defense. When not in use, it rests on her upper back. Armors/Outfits: Ivory - The name she gave her primary suit of armor. Being of pearlescent white accented by hints of crimson, it is beautifully crafted. While being lightweight and minimalizing her movement penalties, it is also remarkably hardy, granting a solid physical defense. Noble's Garb - A simple but elegant assemblage of clothing made of white silk, still of course it is marked by the crimson accents that she favors, but it is still noteworthy simply because on the right hip it bears the crest of her family. Weight Class: Medium Familiar: Hildr - A valkyrie, a beautiful winged and armored maiden of the battlefield. Once thought to guide those who died valiantly in combat to an afterlife filled with valor, liqor, and an eternity of conflict to enjoy. Familiar Abilities: The familiar that follows her instead infuses her armor for dramatically increased physic and magical resistance, alongisde increased strength to add severity to her blows. However, this comes at the cost of reduced magical prowess, making her primarily reliant on close quarters combat to succeed. It also gives short burts of high speed flight. Movement Type: Flying. Familiar Size: Medium, Human-Sized Relic Weapons: [I]Caladbolg[/I] - Once summoned, she gains a wonderfully crafted sword and shield. Made of pale, almost radiant steel, it seems to shine with a faint luminescence that is as mysterious as it is beautiful. Relic Armors: [I]The Light of Dawn[/I] - The effect her armor receives upon the summoning of her familiar is that of pure white steel. Shining with the same luminescence as Caladbolg, she is a beacon of hope, even though all might be lost. Trance: [I]The Valkyrie[/I] - Once transcended into a trance state, Minerva changes into a figure that is comparable to the Valkyrie that follows her. In such, she loses the Magic dampering that normally occurs, and becomes an absolutely voracious fighter. Pros- Increased Strength, Masterful Swordlplay, and attunement to some Holy Sword Arts. As well as almost sustained high speed flight. (Taken from FFTactics) -Stasis Sword- Minerva conjures spires of ice which strike her enemy for moderate damage. Possibly inflicting the Stop status. -Lightning Stab- Minerva strikes her enemy with her blade, simultaneously conjuring a bolt of lightning to strike them as well. Deals severe damage, doubled when hitting a target inflicted by Stasis Sword. Cons- Reduced Physical Strength while in Trance. Making her more reliant on Magic-Based attacks. Racial Strengths- None, really. Racial Weaknesses- Can only use one type of Magic at a time without the assistance of a Familiar. Background: The eldest daughter of a family of noble merchants, Minerva was raised to a strict degree which commanded loyalty to those appointed over her. Raised in wealth and fortune, she was given strict tutelage, and was gifted with a commendable education. Alongside all of this however, was the insistence that she also be raised to be a warrior. As the first daughter in generations, she could be used to help the family gain favorable trade ties with Alexandria. So with arithmetic also came concise martial training on the sword, with philosophy came mastery of the shield, with science came the use and advantages of armor. From an early age,she was raised to not only be a warrior, but also uphold the noble nature of her family. Becoming a socialite, as well as a common wealthy benefactor amongst those of her age whenever she felt the need for it. Once she was of age however, is when her world went through a series of rapid transformations. To attempt to gain favor from the Alexandrian royal family, Minerva was essentially given to the Royal Army to serve in its ranks. There, in her three short years of service, she rose rapidly in rank. From a common Grunt to an Officer, thanks to her ability to quickly plan, react, and adapt to unstable situations. It was not long before she would serve directly beneath the infamous General Beatrix, and all the dangers and adventures that accompanied such a name. [/Hider]