Lilie walked with Salem, the trip mercifully uneventful. Admittedly she was probably a little more on edge than she should have been. But getting to the bottom of Salem's problem provided some much needed relief--he didn't question her further, thankfully, and as good as he had been with her, she just wasn't ready to share the root of her issues with vampires. Maybe not ever, but Salem's current problem took precedent so that was that. She did take advantage and take a good look around as they walked. As she spotted the Library, she made sure to keep a note where it was; just because she had poor control doesn't mean it had to stay that way. On the contrary, she needed to do her best and pull out ahead. Good grades meant good progress which meant victory! There was yet to be a course that she couldn't ace, and just because it was magic didn't mean she had any intention to slack off.
She couldn't help but overhear a snippet of the conversation that had been happening when they arrived. This year's Sanguinem would be taking place here? Granted, it wouldn't be for some time, but that was certainly something if the Academy was to host the normally violent event. Most people used it as a chance to get back at someone that had wronged them, but she couldn't imagine participating for reasons like that. She always preferred Chaend, anyway, even if she was biased because it coincided with her birthday. But both of those were far off, anyway; Sanguiem wasn't until June, and Chaend wasn't until March.
Once Salem spoke, Lilie listened carefully, catching his nervous look. She gave him an assuring smile, though she wasn't sure why he was so nervous. He was just asking where his belongings had gone, there wasn't anything wrong with that, right?
Occupied with working out how she would manage to get herself up without making a total fool of herself, Lia had barely taken notice of the additional water. What did catch her attention was the helping hand and words of concern; goodness, she must have looked like a fool! Had he seen her fall? Was her first impression at the festival besmirched already? Were it not for the many years of etiquette lessons, Lia would probably have burst into tears in that very moment.
Lia looked up at him--and up and up and up some more, because this giant of a man towered over her even while kneeling--and was met with what she initially mistook for the sun itself. Initially, she thought her eyes deceived her, the vision of a man who was one with fire itself coming off as rather jarring at first. Her blue eyes looked him over curiously, inspecting the first of the land based individual she had the grace of meeting. He must have been strong, his physical appearance domineering and strength etched all over his body. As she reached up to take his hand with her left, she noticed a peculiar image on his inner arm. A pair of wings? She didn't think she had ever seen such a Mark before--
Wait wait wait he was Marked! Like she was! This couldn't have been pure coincidence! The gods themselves must have arranged for this meeting between them! Of course, she would have rather not looked like a complete fool, but this was not happenstance. This was destiny!
Snapping out of her thoughts, Lia composed herself a little more properly. Or at least she tried to, unable to contain her giddiness as she was positively beaming up at him. Taking the kind soul's hand gratefully, with some help Lia was able to stand. The comparison to the sun was accurate, his hand much warmer than any she had ever touched. After a few seconds of wobbling, she sighed in relief. This whole legs and air nonsense was dreadful! But more importantly, she had to mind her manners--no need for her future husband to think her rude!
"You have my sincerest gratitude, kind one!" Lia bounced in place as she thanked him, her eyes bright and hopeful. "Your concern is most appreciated, I am still getting used to legs, but I assure you I learn quickly! You mustn't think that I can't--I can and I will conquer this for our sake!" Her words came out quickly and full of energy, her excitement getting the best of her. "This meeting was fate! The canal shall bear our names as proof of this special day: the day that you and I met and became intertwined in each other's lives!"
The words spoken weren't meant for anyone in particular, but their meaning rang true. Anticipation gripped her heart, both giving her a fright and pushing her forward. The sea around her seemed to brighten as she swam, but as usual, she focused solely on her goal and very little else. The muffled sounds of the festival going on around the canal caused her excitement to spike, and she simply couldn't wait any longer. Rising to the surface, all the noise from above clarified and muddled together in what could only be described in a chaotic symphony of sound. Music occasionally broke through the chatter, the buzzing of socialization giving her a newfound energy. Unable to contain her excitement any longer, the mermaid searched for a place that would lead her right to all the commotion. Fortunately, there was an arch that would do, and once she swam over, she knew it was time. Fishing out the enchanted necklace and the note she had bundled together, she unfolded the paper as she scanned its contents one last time.
1.) The necklace is to be worn by you alone; all others will drain its magic
2.) So long as it is worn, its magic shall remain true and grant thee legs to walk
3.) To restore its magic, simply lay it in water blessed by thee
Safe travels, Highness --High Mage Undine
Cordelia mentally thanked the mage for securing her with the thing as she squealed to herself, taking a moment to put it on. As soon as she did, she felt its magic working already, albeit the change of limbs threw her swimming off. She flailed rather pathetically for a moment before grabbing the edge of the nearby walkway, pulling herself up. Letting out a cough, her eyes widened at her legs, the two things looking completely bizarre to her. They were so plain compared to her gorgeous tail. Pouting slightly, she lifted one up, peering at the tiny little stubs at its end. How strange! But she would have to get used to them--after all, her future husband had them, which meant she had to have them, too. And if legs were all that were standing between her and her happiness, then she was all but guaranteed for success.
Right, then, enough sitting around! Her destiny was waiting for her! As of now, she was no woman of her kingdom, instead, she was...
Slowly standing, Lia held her arms outstretched as she tested her balance. Alright, the necklace was working like a charm, or at least, she assumed that this was what it felt like to have legs. As weird as it was, she was basically human. Except for the fins on either side of her head. And blue hair. But other than that, she was just like everyone else. She already had her cute outfit all picked out and ready to go--she wanted to make a good first impression on her beloved, and that meant looking her best. She could picture it now: he would turn and see her, a slight gasp escaping him as he took in her beauty. Of course, she would gracefully waltz towards him, hand outstretched as she batted her eyelashes. And then their Marks would change! And then marriage! And then happily ever after!
Lia could barely contain herself, immediately setting out in the open. That said, she had not taken into account how wobbly it was to walk. Her first instinct had been to lean forward--a mistake, considering all her weight went with it. Before she realized what was happening, she completely faceplanted right then and there. Letting out a whine, Lia rubbed her now sore nose and chin, lower lip trembling as she looked at the cold, cruel ground. Okay, so walking would take a little more thought than anticipated.
Prefers to go by and usually introduces herself as Farah
✿Age✿
22
✿Gender✿
Female
✿Sexuality✿
Bisexual
✿Relationship Status✿
Single as a pringle
✿Relation to Rachel✿
Technically none, although if you count working for the grand resort, then there's that. Her 'Rachel story' consisted of an incident involving a request for spare towels, nudity, and an unheard knock. She's pretty sure the woman is not a fan of her if she remembers who she is at all.
✿Appearance Details✿
Hair: Blonde | Wavy | Usually tied up and out of her face in a ponytail
Eyes: Green
Height: 5"5'
Body Type: Slim
Clothing Style: Casual | Small pieces of jewelry with relatively simple clothes, prefers to avoid patterns
Makeup Wise: Light and natural
Scars, Tattoos and/or Piercings: She has a few tattoos littered here and there, mostly born from her drunken desires. She has several tiny flowers on both ankles, and a blossomed flower tattoo on her left hip.
✿Personality Traits✿
✿ Provides Service with a Smile ✿ Confident ✿ Charismatic ✿ Observant ✿ Sarcastic ✿ Distant ✿ Prideful ✿
✿Upbringing Synopsis✿
Life sucks when you're broke but constantly surrounded by rich people.
Farah can't say she had a bad life growing up, but everything in her life had to be worked for; whether it was a pair of shoes she wanted to wanting to go out with friends, she always felt like she had to work twice as hard to get what she wanted. The phrase 'penny among diamonds' didn't suffice considering she rode on scholarships for the entirety of her educational experience, only to end up working in some resort because college was so damn expensive. At first, the tips and flexible hours made things a breeze, but holy shit, she had never run into so many entitled people all at once. The combination of unreasonable attitudes and ridiculous demands made her rather jaded, but she the job paid too well for her to quit just because someone decided to use her as a verbal punching bag that day. Instead, she invested in a few classes to practice her speech and mannerisms, learning how to talk to the rich and famous without wanting to pull her hair out in frustration. Once she does save up enough, she plans on quitting and going to school full time.
✿Misc.✿
Nikola Peltz | 98FB98 Feels that her first name is a little too gauche for her Allergic to peanuts CPR certified Air is not as tasty as actual food.
Prefers to go by and usually introduces herself as Farah
✿Age✿
22
✿Gender✿
Female
✿Sexuality✿
Bisexual
✿Relationship Status✿
Single as a pringle
✿Relation to Rachel✿
Technically none, although if you count working for the grand resort, then there's that. Her 'Rachel story' consisted of an incident involving a request for spare towels, nudity, and an unheard knock. She's pretty sure the woman is not a fan of her if she remembers who she is at all.
✿Appearance Details✿
Hair: Blonde | Wavy | Usually tied up and out of her face in a ponytail
Eyes: Green
Height: 5"5'
Body Type: Slim
Clothing Style: Type of Fashion | Examples of clothing items they wear frequently or that can be found in their closet
Makeup Wise: Light and natural
Scars, Tattoos and/or Piercings: She has a few tattoos littered here and there, mostly born from her drunken desires. She has several tiny flowers on both ankles, and a blossomed flower tattoo on her left hip.
✿Personality Traits✿
✿ Provides Service with a Smile ✿ Confident ✿ Charismatic ✿ Observant ✿ Sarcastic ✿ Distant ✿ Prideful ✿
✿Upbringing Synopsis✿
Life sucks when you're broke but constantly surrounded by rich people.
Farah can't say she had a bad life growing up, but everything in her life had to be worked for; whether it was a pair of shoes she wanted to wanting to go out with friends, she always felt like she had to work twice as hard to get what she wanted. The phrase 'penny among diamonds' didn't suffice considering she rode on scholarships for the entirety of her educational experience, only to end up working in some resort because college was so damn expensive. At first, the tips and flexible hours made things a breeze, but holy shit, she had never run into so many entitled people all at once. The combination of unreasonable attitudes and ridiculous demands made her rather jaded, but she the job paid too well for her to quit just because someone decided to use her as a verbal punching bag that day. Instead, she invested in a few classes to practice her speech and mannerisms, learning how to talk to the rich and famous without wanting to pull her hair out in frustration. Once she does save up enough, she plans on quitting and going to school full time.
✿Misc.✿
Nikola Peltz | 98FB98 Feels that her first name is a little too gauche for her Allergic to peanuts CPR certified Air is not as tasty as actual food.
I had another idea and saw there was a bit of an imbalance, if the roster is full then don't mind this.
Name
Lia Avonmore → Princess Cordelia Merise Thalassa VII
Age
21
Species
Thalassan Mermaid
Gender
Female
Sexual Orientation
Heterosexual
Job
Royal Princess of the Thalassa Kingdom
Appearance
Normally clad in aquatic armor, Lia sports a violet tail with orange fins on her head and hips. Her bright, aqua colored hair matches her eyes. Her mark takes the shape of a stylized crescent moon and is located on her upper right arm, accompanied by her summoning markings located on her upper arm. While on the surface, she wears a magically enhanced necklace to help her keep her legs.
Likes
Meeting new people
Swimming for obvious reasons
Fizzy beverages
Drinking
Love and romance!
Dislikes
The dry feeling of air
Cold temperatures
Rudeness
Violence
People who abuse their power
Personality
Cordelia is a bubbly, charismatic young woman. She's very open and welcoming, able to communicate with nearly anyone while keeping a bright smile on her face. She's curious about others, always wanting to delve into her thoughts, though she is quick to put up her own walls when inquired about. Despite her sunny appearance, she tends to get lost in thought a lot, and is on the forgetful side of things. She seeks to avoid fighting and arguments, though understands they're inevitable. Often, she prefers to keep her insecurities and fears to herself, though once in a while she'll let her true feelings slip.
The pricesss carries the grace and poise of royalty, as expected--or at least, she does underwater. Above ground she is still naturally graceful, though a lot clumsier considering that she is not entirely used to being on land, and for so long. She is still somewhat naive, believing that most people have good intentions even when its clear they don't. Her first reaction when running into trouble is usually to cry, feeling at a loss whenever she isn't sure what to do. She desperately feels that finding her other half will make her happy, and the thought of ending up alone terrifies her.
Biggest Fear
The thought of being thrown away terrifies Lia to no end.
Greatest Dream
Becoming a blushing bride is her number one priority, of course!
Background
One of the kingdoms of the seven seas, Thalassa is known for having one of the longest lineages that date back several millennia, priding itself as a historical landmark with the Library of the Ancients housed on a small island above the kingdom. Its creator and founder was said to have the ability to command the very seas themselves, blessed with a trident created by the gods themselves. Said trident is passed down from generation to generation, the ability to wield it proof of their lineage.
As the second child, it took Lia some time to realize that her life was meaningless. Her mother died giving birth to her, her father stricken with disease when she turned seventeen. Her older brother, Aedre, is the heir apparent to the throne. After the tragic passing of her father, his position was all but guaranteed. The responsibility was great, and despite the burden of royalty he swore he would do everything it took to uphold their father's legacy. He promised his younger sister an easy life, telling her she was free to do as she wished.
Except, Lia didn't know what to do with her life.
She dabbled in a few hobbies here and there, even tried her hand in politics once or twice, and despite having no real troubles to speak of she found things needlessly dull. It wasn't until a nobleman had offered her his hand in marriage that she started thinking about that sort of thing. Her brother told her stories of her long-deceased mother and father, of a romance that bloomed between them. Lia found herself illuminated, an idea hitting her: all she had to do was find her other half. She was Marked just like her parents, so that meant that if she wanted to have meaning in her life again, then she needed to follow in their footsteps!
And so began her search, visiting different kingdoms and going through every eligible bachelor she could get her hands on. Granted, she actually didn't realize how the Mark worked and after some gentle coaxing from Aedre, she put her energy into properly understanding what she needed to do. The stars seemed to align, with the Festival of Destiny right around the corner. All that was left to do was to brush up on some mermaid magic and practice using her legs!
Personality Questions
1. What is their worst specific memory from childhood? - Overhearing that she was just a spare to the throne affected her a lot more than she would have liked to admit. 2. What do they think of being Marked? Do they believe in it? Have they come to the festival in search of love, or for some other reason? - Being Marked means she is destined for happiness, so of course she believes in it. The festival is not only where she will find love, but her future as well. 3. Spirit animal? - A soft and fluffy sheep! You thought it was going to be some kind of aquatic animal, didn't you? 4. Thing they’re most proud of? - Her persistence. Many of her kind have noted just how her spirit never gives up! Though she isn't sure if that's positive or not... 5. Thing they’re most ashamed of? - Her desperation to find her other half is glaringly obvious. She wishes it were less so. 6. What motivates them? - The prospect of finding true love! She knows that this festival is her chance and has put all her energy into finding her 'One and only'. 7. What would they change about themselves if they could? - Maybe her impulsiveness could use some work? And she would have liked to have known her beloved was on land, she would have had much more practice with legs had she known! 8. What’s most important in a romantic partner? - The most important thing is feeling happy just to be together.
Extra
Mermaids going to the surface isn't uncommon. Most that live close to the coast transition seamlessly and have almost no limits to how long they can stay with legs. However, those that don't transition often tend to have a more definite limit. Lia is currently planning to attend the festival incognito, not wanting to intimidate her future husband with her royal position.
Varis did bring up a good point. Not that money was an issue, but Eris supposed if Maxton didn't prove his worth then cleaning his hands of him was probably for the best. He was interested in the favor presented, making a mental note to visit that later. Having a few extra favors in his pocket was never a bad thing, although he was sorely missing out on having more considering he had buried himself in his work. There simply weren't enough hours in the night, his social life taking a dive in the past decade or so. Juggling everything had been a hassle, after all, with appearances and interviews eating up whatever free time he had after filming.
The redhead seemed to have been reading his mind, causing Eris to chuckle. It wasn't a surprising question, really; it was no secret how closely he worked with his mother. "Surprised. Disappointed. Furious that I didn't mention a word. At least, that's the assumption I'm getting from Harmonia, who's been calling every fifteen minutes," He patted his pocket where his phone sat quietly. "She might be a little offended, but she'll get over it."
The corners of his lips frowned slightly, recalling the conversation he had with Pandora. "Mother seemed uncertain. Sunset just came out and I had a few offers lined up, she was concerned suddenly stepping out of the spotlight would have a negative effect, especially with the Ghanie family picking up speed a lot faster than anticipated." Too fast in Eris' opinion. That was something he would have one of the siblings look into as soon as he could. "But as abrupt as it is, it's a good opportunity to meet fresh faces and create opportunities with those who have yet to make connections. By graduation we'll see how that pans out."
And of course getting to see his favorite redhead, but if he said that, he'd get yelled at.
"Antigone had a hard time renegotiating my contracts, but I swear I think he likes the challenge." He perked himself up a bit, shooting Varis a grin. "At the very least, I finally surprised Ismene. She was about halfway done with a letter declining the invitation when I let her know it wasn't needed," He fondly remembered her adorable expression, her apology for making an assumption accompanied by a rare blush of embarrassment making the entire ordeal worth it if he was being honest. He let out a wistful sigh, perching his chin on the palm of his hand. "I still wish I could have brought her with me, she makes life so much easier..."
Lia Avonmore → Princess Cordelia Merise Thalassa VII
Age
21
Species
Thalassan Mermaid
Gender
Female
Sexual Orientation
Heterosexual
Job
Royal Princess of the Thalassa Kingdom
Appearance
Normally clad in aquatic armor, Lia sports a violet tail with orange fins on her head and hips. Her bright, aqua colored hair matches her eyes. Her mark takes the shape of a stylized crescent moon and is located on her upper right arm, accompanied by her summoning markings located on her upper arm. While on the surface, she wears a magically enhanced necklace to help her keep her legs.
Likes
Meeting new people
Swimming for obvious reasons
Fizzy beverages
Music is always fun, watching or playing
Love and romance!
Dislikes
The dry feeling of air
Cold temperatures
Disrespect, especially if she's touched without permission
Violence
People who abuse their power
Personality
Cordelia is a bubbly, charismatic young woman. She's very open and welcoming, able to communicate with nearly anyone while keeping a bright smile on her face. She's curious about others, always wanting to delve into her thoughts, though she is quick to put up her own walls when inquired about. Despite her sunny appearance, she tends to get lost in thought a lot, and is on the forgetful side of things. She seeks to avoid fighting and arguments, though understands they're inevitable. Often, she prefers to keep her insecurities and fears to herself, though once in a while she'll let her true feelings slip.
The princess carries the grace and poise of royalty, as expected--or at least, she does underwater. Above ground she is still naturally graceful, though a lot clumsier considering that she is not entirely used to being on land, and for so long. She is still somewhat naive, believing that most people have good intentions even when its clear they don't. Her first reaction when running into trouble is usually to cry, feeling at a loss whenever she isn't sure what to do. She desperately feels that finding her other half will make her happy, and the thought of ending up alone terrifies her.
Biggest Fear
The thought of being thrown away terrifies Lia to no end.
Greatest Dream
Becoming a blushing bride is her number one priority, of course!
Background
One of the kingdoms of the seven seas, Thalassa is known for having one of the longest lineages that date back several millennia, priding itself as a historical landmark with the Library of the Ancients housed on a small island above the kingdom. Its creator and founder was said to have the ability to command the very seas themselves, blessed with a trident created by the gods themselves. Said trident is passed down from generation to generation, the ability to wield it proof of their lineage.
As the second child, it took Lia some time to realize that her life was meaningless. Her mother died giving birth to her, her father stricken with disease when she turned seventeen. Her older brother, Aedre, is the heir apparent to the throne. After the tragic passing of her father, his position was all but guaranteed. The responsibility was great, and despite the burden of royalty he swore he would do everything it took to uphold their father's legacy. He promised his younger sister an easy life, telling her she was free to do as she wished.
Except, Lia didn't know what to do with her life.
She dabbled in a few hobbies here and there, even tried her hand in politics once or twice, and despite having no real troubles to speak of she found things needlessly dull. It wasn't until a nobleman had offered her his hand in marriage that she started thinking about that sort of thing. Her brother told her stories of her long-deceased mother and father, of a romance that bloomed between them. Lia found herself illuminated, an idea hitting her: all she had to do was find her other half. She was Marked just like her parents, so that meant that if she wanted to have meaning in her life again, then she needed to follow in their footsteps!
And so began her search, visiting different kingdoms and going through every eligible bachelor she could get her hands on. Granted, she actually didn't realize how the Mark worked and after some gentle coaxing from Aedre, she put her energy into properly understanding what she needed to do. The stars seemed to align, with the Festival of Destiny right around the corner. All that was left to do was to brush up on some mermaid magic and practice using her legs!
Personality Questions
1. What is their worst specific memory from childhood? - Overhearing that she was just a spare to the throne affected her a lot more than she would have liked to admit. 2. What do they think of being Marked? Do they believe in it? Have they come to the festival in search of love, or for some other reason? - Being Marked means she is destined for happiness, so of course she believes in it. The festival is not only where she will find love, but her future as well. 3. Spirit animal? - A soft and fluffy sheep! You thought it was going to be some kind of aquatic animal, didn't you? 4. Thing they’re most proud of? - Her persistence. Many of her kind have noted just how her spirit never gives up! Though she isn't sure if that's positive or not... 5. Thing they’re most ashamed of? - Her desperation to find her other half is glaringly obvious. She wishes it were less so. 6. What motivates them? - The prospect of finding true love! She knows that this festival is her chance and has put all her energy into finding her 'One and only'. 7. What would they change about themselves if they could? - Maybe her impulsiveness could use some work? And she would have liked to have known her beloved was on land, she would have had much more practice with legs had she known! 8. What’s most important in a romantic partner? - The most important thing is feeling happy just to be together.
Extra
Mermaids going to the surface isn't uncommon. Most that live close to the coast transition seamlessly and have almost no limits to how long they can stay with legs. However, those that don't transition often tend to have a more definite limit. Lia is currently planning to attend the festival incognito, not wanting to intimidate her future husband with her royal position.
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