Vivithe Lansha
Human-Sith hybrid. 90% Human, 10% Red Sith.
Age: 36
Gender: Female
Faction: Sith Empire
Rank: Sith Lord
Master: N/A
Former master(s): Lord Laqshos
Concerning you
You are a Sith, but not every sith looks the same. Describe what you look like.
I stand an average height of 5’5, my frame is petite and feminine. I have no physical signs of my Sith heritage, outwardly I appear entirely human. I wear a more form fitting version of the typical Sith garb, over this outfit I wear a cloak of a maroon color. My weapon of choice, a curved hilt
lightsaber is tucked inside of my robe. My hair is dark brown and long, my eyes are also a shade of brown. My facial features are gorgeous and indicative of my high birth.
A Sith knows the ways of the Force. How do you prefer to use it?
I am extremely skilled in ways of the Force, frontline combat is not my speciality but I can destroy my enemies through the pure power of the Force. I know and am extremely skilled in the basic Sith powers. I can summon powerful bolts of lightning through the Force and electrocute multiple enemies at once. I can create a Whirlwind with the Force that leaves my opponent helpless. I can also use the Force to slow my enemies down where I can then attack or retreat.
My Force abilities also extend outside of combat. I can cloak myself in the Force, manipulating light and sound to become nearly invisible to naked eye. If someone does not wish to give me information then I can use the Force to drain knowledge from them with no need for their consent. I’m normally only able to speak just Galactic Basic, but through the Force I am able to comprehend speech in other languages.
Known Powers:- Basic Sith powers
- Chain Lightning
- Telekinetic Whirlwind
- Force Slow
- Force Cloak
- Drain Knowledge
- Comprehend Speech
All obstacles have to be removed or overcome, so what skills do you possess to aid you?
I am a very talented planner, creating extravagant plots which often go flawlessly the way I want them to go. Through my past experience in the battlefield I am a skilled tactician. My real skill lies in my personality, I am one of the most charismatic people you will ever meet. I will get you to like me, get you to want to tell me anything. I am a gifted liar that knows how to sell a lie like no other. I am utterly ruthless in my ways, not letting anyone get in my way. I am not beyond seduction if it leads to a goal. I consider myself a skilled actor, able to play a quivering victim to gain the advantage.
Everyone has a past. What brought you here and what challenges did you have overcome to reach your current situation?
I was born on Dromund Kaas to a very wealthy family, at an early age my Force sensitivity was discovered by a Sith Warrior. I was sent to the Dromund Kaas academy and my new life began. It was a huge change for me, going from a life of luxury to one where I was punished for every mistake and expected to absorb every bit of information that I was fed. I was a smart girl even from a tender age, I did exactly what I needed to. My brain the greatest asset against the bigger kids in the Academy. When an Academy was established on the retaken Sith homeworld of Korriban I was brought there along with many of the others. Though very nervous about moving to a different world, especially one steeped in as much mystique as Korriban. I was excited for a new challenge. Korriban was a world which some of the greatest Sith stepped foot upon, I intended to join them in their greatness.
I showcased a natural talent with the Force while on Korriban, which earned me some notoriety from some of my fellow students. After a messy encounter with three of them that left me with a black eye and bloody nose I decided to be much more secretive about my abilities. I was never the most physically imposing girl, I tried to avoid physical conflict the best I could while at the Korriban Academy. In brawls organized by the overseers I was often beaten harshly by the others. They had size and strength over me. Too many times I finished these scuffles with bruises of failure. The overseers let me get beat painfully, knowing that I'd either give up or let the pain make me get stronger. It took me several beatings before I figured out a way to gain an advantage.
I used the Force in inconspicuous ways, I'd throw a punch while manipulating the Force to give it more power. This was my way to win in these crude fights, the overseers seemed pleased with it. The overseers saw my pure ability and future potential with the Force, they favored me over some of the others. Knew that I was better, the other acolytes knew this which contributed to the aforementioned beatings by them.
After eight years on the Academy I was chosen as an apprentice for a Pureblood Sith, Master Laqshos. He brought me into war. I figured out that I wasn’t exactly suited for frontline warfare after an explosive detonated in my vicinity sending me into the air. It was a mistake by me, despite my talent with the Force I did not sense it until too late. The injuries from it were minor. It left a mental reminder, another reason to always be aware of my surroundings. I still showcased a natural ability off the frontlines and when commanding soldiers. When allowed to give my input before a battle I offered tactical advice, where certain shoulders should have gone, where to set traps, where to create chokepoints and more. I was a natural, my tactics were praised.
At the age of twenty two my master died on the battlefield, struck down by a cowardly Jedi Knight. I was enraged and drew her weapon to fight them. I managed to gain the upperhand on the Jedi before bringing him to his knees with a powerful bolt of Force Lightning. The man’s eyes stared up at me as he hoped and prayed for mercy. Instead I drove my lightsaber through his chest, taking his life, a smile on my face as I did it. I took his lightsaber as a reminder of that day. I was withdrawn from the frontlines after that battle,
I felt genuine fear as I wondered if I was going to be reprimanded for letting my master die. I was wrong, instead I was reassigned to serve the Sphere of Military Strategy within the Empire. Some of the most important people in the Empire has made the decision to place me in the Sphere. I had spent long enough under my master. He was strong and served my interests well, but now my greatness was truly being recognized.
I was delighted at the prospect of leaving the frontlines behind, I was never a soldier. It was work for a different type of Sith. My new position amongst the Sphere gave me an opportunity to impress even further. I frequently embarrassed my fellow new arrivals to the Sphere with my knowledge as well as my tendency to exploit any little mistake they made in their plans. My first true example of her tactical talent was during the Battle of Ziost in which Republic Fleets stationed in orbit of the planet engaged the Sith Forces. After thirty days of combat, in which I contributed several ideas and tactics, the Sith Empire was victorious.
My most revolutionary tactic in the battle was using weaker ships as decoys, they would draw the attention of the Republic's most powerful vessels. The weaker Sith ships would focus all fire on these sturdy Republic ships, though outclassed in strength they were only a distraction. They'd be destroyed, killing those onboard. I would then have the Empire's strongest vessels charge in from an unexpected angle and hammer the Republic's ships. The sacrifice of those aboard the lesser ships led to victory.
The next battle I had a hand in, the Reconquest of Ord Radama, it was a far more bloodier affair, though the Empire seized the day there were heavy casualties on both sides. This did not affect my planning, people die in war, it was expected, but I did commit a mistake in my planning. A rare example of failure from, I did not take it easily, as several of my superiors voiced their disappointment to me for it, they knowing I could have done better. It was an awakening call, perfection was what they sought, and I delivered it from then on out.
I was one of the best strategists in the Sphere, but I committed mistakes like any other. Those ranked above me made sure to bring up these failures, no matter how small. A few extra troops died than need or an important ship was destroyed then they'd make sure to remind me that I could do better. I'd never be anybody important if I continued to make mistakes. I used this to drive me, as my time went on within the Sphere I made less and less errors.
I was also notably involved with the battle involving Darth Nyiss in which she deployed biochemical weaponry to defeat the Republic forces. I was fascinated by the idea, at first taken back by the brutality of it, including how a percentage of the Imperial forces were hit as well. But more so I was impressed by it, almost in awe, it had brought victory to the Sith, which mattered more than anything else.
During the last seven years of Minos Cluster Campaign is when I ushered my plans to become a more powerful Sith. I was not satisfied with being revered as just a skilled strategist, more power was what I sought, needed. While contributing to the Campaign I took the opportunity to remove several of my opponents that blocked my ascent. Public embarrassment and the planting of crimes on my unlucky targets were some of my favorite tactics. I coupled this with making friends in the right places, sometimes through blackmail, by within a year and half of the Sacking I had all of my pieces in the right spots, a following of people and a strong reputation. My success within the Empire had earned the loyalty and respect of many important people within the Imperial military.
I soon ascended to Sith Lord status, a feeling of genuine happiness within me. I had proven myself to everyone. Yet, I was still not satisfied, I would have to get even better in order to avoid an unwanted fate as being a Sith Lord also painted a target on my back. I took an apprentice, a long turned Jedi named Zez Keltra, his ability as a shapeshifter interested me greatly. He still has to prove his utter loyalty to me, but so far his displays have been positive. It has been several months since he became my acolyte, I plan to shape him into someone powerful for me to command.
We all learn about lightsaber combat, so what form(s) and skills in fighting have you found reasonable to learn?
I am best at Makashi, while I try my best to avoid direct combat I can more than hold my own in a duel. It is the main form that I am trained in though I also know Shien which allows me to deflect blaster fire
How do you relate to the other characters and how do you see them?
- Zez Keltra - My apprentice, a shapeshifter. He has shown loyalty to me but still has a way to go for me to be able to completely rely on him. I still have much to teach him. His unique abilities will help me greatly.
(TBA)
Out of Character
How powerful is (s)he in the Force?
Vivithe is fully trained and capable in the ways of the Force. Her raw power when using the Force is astonishing. Her powers are refined and dangerous. Direct combat is not her forte and can be considered a weakness, she can fight in a duel but multiple opponents may be a problem. She’s very useful to the Sith Empire and wholly devoted to the Dark Side.
Has your character encountered members of the other factions before?
(TBA)
What is your character’s personality like? What motivates him/her?
Vivithe Lansha, or Lady Lansha as she requests those below her refer to her as is a manipulative, dishonest woman, one never afraid to toss someone under the bus if it meant she got what she wanted. She’s extremely patient, especially for a Sith and always prefers to fight her battles outside of the battlefield, like she is playing a constant game of holochess. While not motivated by a want to feel superior, Lady Lansha expects respect from her subordinates. She’ll treat people she wants to control like her best friend, or her lover, constant disarming smiles accompanied by laughter, promises that make you want to wait on her every breath. You’ll want to like her, want to make her smile.
While normally in control of her emotions, like every other Sith she will show moments of intense emotion, often the (few) times her plans go wrong, while in these bouts she tends to destroy everything and everyone around her. She rarely allows people second, and even more rarely third chances if they fail her. Several soldiers and officers under her command have been unceremoniously executed for failure which completely rested in their hands. She does respect honesty among her subordinates, though she herself isn’t exactly honest. She has an intense hatred of the Jedi, seeing them as foolish and weak.
Her main motivation is to make herself more powerful. She wants to be one of those Sith that goes down in history for their pure power and the fear they inspire.
Nobody with any sort of wisdom wants to speak of their flaws. Especially not to their enemies, so what are your character’s flaws?
- As stated before she doesn’t exactly shine in straight on combat, she’s no pushover but someone more talented with a lightsaber can beat her. She’s skilled enough to hold her own in one on one combat, but a straight fight is always her absolute last option.
- She’s not that strong physically, she’s a petite woman that will get pushed around by larger opponents in a brawl.
- She’s downright spineless, cowardly in another word. If she knows she is outmatched then she’ll make a hasty retreat. If she can escape with her life then she’ll put that above everything else.
- Deep down she only cares about herself. She won’t ever say it, but it's the certain truth.
- She’s a compulsive liar, overconfident and extremely paranoid. She’ll get others to trust her but she trusts no one else.
- She plays people like a chessboard, to her everyone has a calculated everchanging value. She’s not afraid to ‘knock over’ a few pieces if they’ve outlived their usage to her and potentially pose a risk.
Sith tend to be loners who don’t seek to interact with other Sith except when it is business. What will cause your character to initiate interactions with the other Sith?
Manipulation mostly, she’ll interact with people that she’ll use for her plans. She’ll get them to like her then twist them to her needs.
Do you have any limits as to what is “ok” to happen to your character?
I’d like her to avoid an early death, other than that as long as it is run by me then I’ll probably be cool with whatever happens to her.
What are her quarters like?
Vivithe's quarters reflect her affluent tastes and upbringing. On the walls are some paintings, made by some talented artists from around the galaxy. A large window sits on one side of the room, which offers a beautiful view of the world outside the compound. A dark red curtain can be pulled to cover the window. She has a fine wooden dresser which contains her clothing near her large comfortable bed. The sheets are a purple shade, around the bed is a silk violet curtain. A door to her small personal bathroom is on the wall near her bed.
In the center of the room is a sturdy dinner table, two chairs, one on each side. There is a comfortable couch on the opposite side from her bed, near a coffee table which her personal computer sits on, locked to anyone who isn't her. A carved wooden wine rack filled with a variety of expensive wines sits next to the dresser. A visitor to her quarters would note that the her room smells of lavender and roses, a pleasant scent to the senses. Often times, Vivithe elects to light the room at night with candles in lieu of lights.
How would your character go about trying to turn Jedi?
Torture of all kinds, she’s not afraid to get her own hands dirty. She’ll also use blackmail and faked promises to further push a Jedi to the Dark Side. She might even try to get them to like her, then abuse that relationship to turn them. Nothing is off the table if it works.
The Jedi can take prisoners too. Is your character eligible for captivity?
Sure, good luck turning her to the Light though.
What ideas would you like to try or accomplish with your PC in the IC?
I’m not entirely sure right now, I see her as a chess master type. Someone that plays everyone else to ascend herself even further, whether that works or not we will see. A pure manipulator that avoids direct combat as much as possible.
Does your character have any secrets useful for the GMs’ plots?
N/A
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