#Callista Ward

[lilnoctua]

pov: one in the coterie is asking for an increased allowance

[exhausted-archivist]

Cassandra Pentaghast Timeline

A summarized and organized timeline of Cassandra's life. Summarizing the major points of Dawn of the Seeker; such as naming characters and such key events.

Warning in advance about some spoilers for Absolution as I quote a couple lines in the notes section.

9:04 Dragon

Cassandra is born in a carriage halfway between Cumberland and Val Chevin. She was raised in her family estate in Nevarra City until 9:10 Dragon.

9:10 Dragon

Lord Matthias and Lady Tigana, Cassandra and Anthony's parents, are executed by King Markus Pentaghast for taking the wrong side during the second attempt to overthrow the king. Cassandra and Anthony were spared from execution thanks to their uncle, their father's brother, Vestalus who was a senior member of the Mortalitasi who vouched for them and took them as his wards.

Cassandra and Anthony were moved to the Grand Necropolis in Nevarra.

9:12 Dragon

Vestalus was promoted to prelate of the Mortalitasi and overseer of the Grand Necropolis. This left Cassandra and Anthony by themselves more often, leaving them in isolation save for Nomi in the Chantry where Cassandra devoted her time.

Anthony and Cassandra started training in swordsmanship with asperations to becoming dragon hunters.

9:16 Dragon

Cassandra, at the age of 12*, witnesses her brother Anthony; a renowned dragon hunter, get beheaded at the hands of blood mages.

Cassandra begs to join the Templar Order when faced with a lack of justice for Anthony. Her uncle instead sends her to the Seekers of Truth.

She begins her training at the Seeker fortress of Montsimmard as an apprentice to Seeker Byron, a senior member. He focused on her religious education rather than her martial education.

9:19 Dragon

At the age of 15, Cassandra is the youngest Seeker to go through her vigil since the Storm Age. Her vigil takes place in a remote castle located within the Blasted Hills of Northern Orlais and lasts for two weeks.

9:22 Dragon

The following are the events of Dawn of the Seeker that take place. This is the briefest of summaries.

Cassandra and a group of Seekers attack a group of blood mages who abducted Avexis, an elven mage from the White Spire who has the ability to control beasts. The blood mages use a ritual to extend that power to controlling dragons. Byron, Cassandra's mentor and father figure, reveals to Cassandra a conspiracy within the Chantry as he is leaving the fortress with Cassandra and Avexis.

The three are attacked by blood mages, in wich Byrion dies and Avexis is kidnapped again. Cassandra is branded a traitor. Regalyan, a friend of Byrion and the contact they were to take Avexis to, is captured by Cassandra under the suspicion he is a blood mage. The pair is then captured by Templars and eventually make their escape. Cassandra's goal is to clear her name and discover proof of the conspiracy.

The conspiracy is that Knight-Commander Martel and Grand Cleric of Orlais, Callista, are working with the blood mages who intend to attack the 10 year gathering at the Grand Cathedral. Grand Cleric Callista and Knight-Commander Martel intend to unleash dragons on the Divine and gathered Grand Clerics during the ceremony so that Callista may become Divine as the last remaining Grand Cleric.

The conspiracy is thwarted by Cassandra, Regalyan, the Circle Mages, and additional Seekers. Cassandra kills two dragons and a high dragon. Saving the Divine.

As a reward for their actions, Cassandra is made the Right hand of the Divine and declared Hero of Orlais.

After the ceremony, Divine Beatrix III speaks with Cassandra about how the attack on the Gathering was only the beginning. Insisting that the Chantry must prepare for the coming storm before placing the holy writ into her hands. The writ that grants the Right and Left Hands of the Divine the authority to restore the Inquisition.

9:34 Dragon

Divine Beatrix III dies and Divine Justinia V is elected. Upon election, Divine Justinia V made a bit to retain Cassandra as her right hand. Pitching to Cassandra the multiple aspects of reform of the Chantry she wanted to do. Which Cassandra met with intrigue and accepted the role once more.

Leliana sent Cassandra a letter that speaks of her observations and how she welcomes the opportunity to work with Cassandra.

9:39 Dragon

Cassandra writes a letter to the now Lord Seeker Lucius, declaring she will not be joining the Seekers and will continue to work with the Divine.

There is an error with this as the Mage-Templar War didn't start until late autumn or winter of 9:40 Dragon. Seeker Lucius doesn't take over for Seeker Lambert until after the events of Asunder where Lambert is killed by Cole at the end of the book a few months later. Leaving the date of this letter to be 9:40 or 9:41.

9:40 Dragon

Cassandra interrogates Varric following the outbreak of the Mage-Templar War.

9:41 Dragon

Cassandra brings Varric and Cullen to Haven with Leliana, they both miss the chance to join the Divine at the beginning of the Conclave as they were delayed.

The Breach opens up and Cassandra leads soldiers into the valley to look for survivors. Her soldiers find the player character (PC Herald/Inquisitor) and the events of Inquisition begin.

Cassandra advocates with Leliana to approach the rebel mages for support with closing the Breach. If the player goes to Redcliffe and sees the situation, Cassandra's opinion will change to supporting the Templars.

Cassandra is investigating the disappearance of her fellow Seekers, her theory is they are prisoners of Corypheus.

Evidence is found that Samson/Calpernia sold the Seekers to the Order of Fiery Promise after finding out that the Seekers are resistant to red lyrium.

When Cassandra investigates the castle of Caer Oswin after tracking the Seekers there, she discovers that her apprentice Daniel, has been implanted with a demon and fed red lyrium. At this point, she discovers that it was Lord Seeker Lucius wh sold the Seekers to the Promisers and has been operating there the whole time. Cassandra then confronts Lucius and kills him in battle.

Procuring the Book of Secrets from the Lord Seeker, Cassandra learns the truth about the vigil. That Seekers were made tranquil and that it was only reversed once they were touched by a Spirit of Faith. This is what granted them their abilities and restored their minds. A fact she learns all Lord/Lady Seekers have known up until this point, and that Lord Seeker Lambert actively hid from the Divine.

Cassandra considers finding the scattered Seekers, reading the Book of Secrets with them, so there are no more secrets between them and establishing a new charter. She also wishes if there is a way to refine the process of reversing Tranquility on mages without the dangers that come with them being overcome by their emotions. The PC character will determine whether she actually does reform the Seekers and investigate the rite further.

If Divine:

Cassandra is said to enact reforms for a new Templar Order and Circle of Magi. She rebuilds the Seekers of truth and rededicates them to protecting the innocent, if the player encourages her. Her attempts of reform are controversial despite her popularity though are generally seen as successful efforts to stabilize peace.

If Not Divine:

She takes the position of advisor on the Divine's council, giving advice on important matters to Divine Victoria. Depending on if the Divine is Leliana or Vivienne dictates how long she stays. If the Divine is Leliana, she stays and works well with her as Cassandra holds respect for Leliana. If Vivienne is Divine, Cassandra eventually leaves disgusted, feeling that Vivienne is perverting the Chant of Light's intent.

9:42-9:44 Dragon

If Cassandra is Divine, she is working on efforts to clean up red lyrium and stating that it is going well.

If Cassandra is not Divine, and she is encouraged to rebuild the Seekers; a month before she returns to Orlais for Trespasser she is in the Hunterhorn Mountains tracking down Seeker Emery and finding leads on other Seekers in Rivian.

If Cassandra is not Divine and wasn't encouraged to rebuild the Seekers; she is in the port of Antiva City and completing a survey and establishes that there are no further signs of Fade energy or demons since the Inquisitor closed a rift there in the Spring. She confirms the Inquisition mages deem the Veil stable in the region. Cassandra also confirms that at this point, all rifts have finally been sealed.

Unclear

At some point, Cassandra aided a reaver named Nyree in defeating her first dragon. By doing so Nyree completed her Rite of Passage.

At some point prior to Cassandra's interrogation of Varric, the Seekers investigated the Vimmark Mountains that housed Corypheus and were turned away by the Grey Wardens and were told that everyone who had been in the prison were dead. Unclear if Cassandra was part of this investigation.

At some point in 9:41 during the Inquisition, Cassandra orders Sidony to return to Nevarra City and stop a Mortalitasi plot that is seeking to assassinate a member of the very unstable line of succession.

It is unclear when this occurred, as Absolution happens after Trespasser and that is about all that is established.** Cassandra and Leliana dispatch Fairbanks and Hira to steal an artifact from the Tevinter Imperium, the Circulum Infinitus.

Notes:

* Cassandra tells Sera that she was trained as a Seeker since she was 6. This is in conflict with a letter from Cassandra's uncle to the Seekers stating she was "even at the tender age of twelve, is too old to begin training with the Seekers". This is reinforced though dialogue the PC can have with her where she establishes she was training with the Seekers at a far older age than most recruits, and was able to do so because of her status.

** The Interview establishes this (emphasis by me)

"Despite its relative proximity to Dreadwolf, though, Absolution intentionally doesn’t try to use its time establishing any real sort of canon for players to latch onto. Some characters from the prior games show up for a spell, and events are broadly mentioned, but Epler (who also serves as Dreadwolf’s creative director) admitted that it was important to avoid setting a definitive canon." He acknowledged it as a “tricky balancing act,” in part because BioWare making its own canon runs the risk of conflicting with the canon players make on their own, and the studio’s word being potentially declared definitive gospel is the last thing anyone wanted. Similarly, there was a desire to make sure Absolution stood on its own, explicit ties to the games or no. “There’s all these elements that make up Thedas and what’s going on,” said Epler. “We were fine with leaving space for these stories to exist and feed into a larger world as a whole.”

Up until the Dragon Age cookbook, there was no establishment of the BioWare canon or the game default. Which are at times two separate things, but do overlap in areas. But the difference between the two is for another conversation.

Additionally some lines in Absolution are about all we have in regards to the fact it definitely happens after Trespasser.

"Before the Inquisition ended, we learned the Tevinter Chantry was in possession of an artefact. The Circulum Infinitus." ep1. , 7:50ish

"Rezaren is dead. I have the Circulum. It's over, if you want it to be. You were right, Hira. Tevinter is an evil place, and I know what it feels like for that hate and that fear to infect you, but... you can't let it. Help me take the Circulum to what's left of the Inqusition and we can try again, free from everything." ep.6, 21:40ish

Source:

World of Thedas Vol. 1 p. 143 World of Thedas Vol. 2 p. 220-223 Dragon Age: Inquisition Dialogue Dragon Age: Dawn of the Seeker Dragon Age: Redemption Interview with Absolution showrunner Mairighread Scott and EP John Epler by io9

Codex:

Cassandra Pentaghast Cassandra and the Last Few Years

[ofwrxth]

+ ISABELLA OLYMPIA, OUTREACH OFFICES

"Okay...good news or bad news?" Ophelia says, taking a seat on the floor opposite Bella in their joint office, hands resting on her thighs as she sighs. "Actually, don't answer – we'll do bad news first." It's best to rip the bandaid off. "Callista Calder reached out for a meeting to discuss her sponsorship for the educational programs." Fee grimaces a bit. "Which I think means she's leaning to pull out. Something about not wanting to seem like she sponsoring Ascend scholars. And that sponsoring education opportunities makes it seem like that's what she's doing." Even if it's not. And they went over it numerous times before she'd signed off. That sponsoring education programs simply means helping provide better access to educational resources and instructors in The Wards. Not ensuring entry to the Ascend program. "I think that her family got to her. They were always against her working with us." Fee exhales. "So...that's not great. Maybe it's not the case but...gut feeling, you know?

"But." She brightens at her sister, shifting from feet tucked beneath her to a cross-legged position. "I did get an interesting Star Link from Nadia Belcourt." A pause and a hopeful smile. "She wants to discuss potential opportunities for the Alexandrian Society on Equinox. Not exactly The Wards but...maybe if she can see what we're trying to do...it's just crazy that most people in The Wards don't even know about the society? Or about our history. I'm sure there's going to be a lot of red tape but...that's still something, right?" They'd known going into this that establishing Outreach wasn't going to be a moonwalk. If anything, it's felt like they've been in the gravity well lately. But any news is good news at this point, and she thinks there's some real promise. "So I was thinking we could work on a proposal to present. And Felix knows her, right? Maybe he could give some insight?" @rviner

[naddpod-arc-tournament]

Fairy Rings

Episodes: The Great Fairy Secret, The Lord Scythe, Ill Luck Henry, Cain vs. Callista, The Girl with the Silver Hair, Cerenysus

While the Endo-Friendos wrap things up with the Lord Scythe, the Third Mates journey through the rings of winter, spring, summer, and autumn, searching for Irina. An enemy becomes an ally, and ally is revealed as a villain. Everything is on the line in a final showdown.

Highlights:

From google form submission: “Zirk drinks piss to impress teens it only kinda works”

The 69 lives of Henry Hogfish– "I would be a better man, if I could do it again"

The Third Mates completely beef it in the fight with Callista. Seriously, embarrassing.

Cain talks about his backstory and Fia tries to sneak a berry

Surprise return of the Hexbuds! Mom fight, death ward, trisection, atonement

"God, you were my fucking dream, for so fucking long. But these people are my reality. And it is by your actions that one of them has died, and you tried to kill more of them. And I will miss you so much. But I cannot support this. Mr. Henry… kill her."

Hexbloods

Episodes: Hexblood, The Would Be King, Killshot, The Prophet Gideon, Cindersworn, The Petty King of Outerborough

Oops all monks! We meet our new new heroes the Hexbuds: illeist kensei Jabari Hightower, motivational speaker Corbeau “The Crow” Babineaux, and plant enthusiast Tarragon Snakeroot. The three warriors come out of retirement, get embroiled in the ongoing power struggle for the Petty Kingship of Outerborough, and learn some truths about their mom.

Highlights:

Improvised sneak mission, featuring Jabari’s extreme overkill and the side flap maneuver

Intro chaos continues. Acrostics, songs, “Hey there, centaurs–”

Entering the grove and meeting Glada the frost giant

“It’s not about speechin’, it’s about listening, and talking– and you know, when you speak, people listen, but when you stop listening, that’s when they really start to understand, you know what I mean?” “No."

“Can I put my croc on his chest, so he can’t sit up?” “……Your croc?”

"We are the Cindersworn. We do not turn undead, we burn undead."

[seluniite-archived]

EIRA'S NPCS

RELATION: Father. ( ALIVE ) NAME: Edmur Korlys. AGE: Fifty-five. RESIDENCE: Lower City, Baldur's Gate. OCCUPATION: Fisherman.

RELATION: Mother. ( ALIVE ) NAME: Callista Korlys. AGE: Fifty-three. RESIDENCE: Lower City, Baldur's Gate. OCCUPATION: Midwife.

RELATION: Brother. ( ALIVE ) NAME: Garrick Korlys. AGE: Thirty-two. RESIDENCE: Lower City, Baldur's Gate. OCCUPATION: Guild member. Fisherman.

RELATION: First love. ( DECEASED ) - - - appears as her dream guardian. NAME: Kasimiar Illystin. AGE: Eighty-two. RESIDENCE: Southern Ward, Waterdeep. OCCUPATION: City Guard of Waterdeep.

[measureformeasure]

@lesbiancassius' march reads

books (once again, so busy...)

Salvage the Bones, Jesmyn Ward - a beautiful, hardy book I've been meaning to read for years. I read this as an ebook but I wish I'd had it in my hand.

short fiction & poetry

Waste My Life, Hera Lindsay Bird - I love Bird's voice so very much.

life is great it’s like being given a rare and historically significant flute and using it to beat a harmless old man to death with

Jealousy, Hera Lindsay Bird

Leisure, Hannah, Does Not Agree with You (2), Hannah Gamble - loosely after Catullus.

articles

Interrogating the Shakespeare System, Madeline Sayet - on @goosemixtapes's suggestion - a good read for reckoning with the place of Shakespeare in education and theatre now.

Classical studies needs structural change, an interview with Dr. Dan-el Padilla Peralta

Playing Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain, Jamil Jan Kochai

Bridges, Callista Pitman - beautiful.

tbr

The Great White Bard, Farah Karim-Cooper

Towards a Poor Theatre, Jerzy Grotowski (I own the most hilariously water-damaged copy of this book that I got for free on the side of the road.)

Scorched, Wajdi Mouawad

There is Violence and There is Righteous Violence and There is Death, or the Born-Again Crow, Caleigh Crow

[aalisalbrecht]

With a ‘It’s a girl!’ balloon, flowers and a stuffed unicorn in one hand and a basket full of other trinkets in her other, Aalis made her way into the hospital and up to the maternity ward. She was full of emotions; mostly excitement but a little nervous. She was going to meet her grandchild today. It still felt funny; the thought that she was somebody’s grandmother. But all her nerves went away when she stepped into Callista’s room. “There she is,” she smiled softly, sitting the things she was holding down on the counter before going to wash her hands. “I brought you some things to help you through your recovery. The unicorn is for the little one.” @callistaa​

[legends-and-savages]

Name: Callista "Callie" Lauren Ward

Age: 17 (start of the series)

Sexuality: Bisexual

Parents: Owen Ward and N.ike. Lily Ward (Step-mother)

Siblings: N.ike Cabin Members (Half siblings)

Occupation: Camper

Abilities: Can sense victory and how to achieve it

Callie is the daughter of Owen Ward and N.ike. Her step-mother Lily has been in her life since she was three. Callie has a close relationship with her parents. Lily is a lawyer while Owen is a champion adventure racer. Callie has always wanted to be the best and wants to win, but Owen tries to get her to be cautious.

When she was nine she and Lily had been out shopping when the two were attacked by h.ellhounds. Lily had pushed Callie behind her and quickly took care of them. Lily made sure that Callie was okay before the two went home. Lily sat Owen and Callie down and explained that she was a half-blood, the daughter of T.hemis and that she was pretty sure that Callie was one. Owen nodded, and Lily said it was time to take her to camp. Lily also had a satyr with them, and she drove from Montana to New Jersey. She told Callie she was going to be just fine.

Callie was placed in the H.ermes cabin, and there was some campers that had an issue with her because it seemed like any weapon she picked up she could use and somehow win with. Callie didn't have an explanation until her third summer where she managed to win a game of Capture the Flag by telling her team how to win.

Callie is seventeen when P.ercy has his first summer at camp and went on his quest.

[xvi-the-tower]

Amaranth's masquerade outfit

Callista's masquerade outfit

@the-midsummer-masquerade

[xvi-the-tower]

They came out so pretty! 😭 Thank you so much!

lovely valentines for @xvi-the-tower !

get one here

[lilnoctua]

finally properly drew Callista's ghoul Ward

[naddpod-arc-tournament]

Fairy Rings

Episodes: The Great Fairy Secret, The Lord Scythe, Ill Luck Henry, Cain vs. Callista, The Girl with the Silver Hair, Cerenysus

While the Endo-Friendos wrap things up with the Lord Scythe, the Third Mates journey through the rings of winter, spring, summer, and autumn, searching for Irina. An enemy becomes an ally, and ally is revealed as a villain. Everything is on the line in a final showdown.

Highlights:

From google form submission: “Zirk drinks piss to impress teens it only kinda works”

The 69 lives of Henry Hogfish– "I would be a better man, if I could do it again"

The Third Mates completely beef it in the fight with Callista. Seriously, embarrassing.

Cain talks about his backstory and Fia tries to sneak a berry

Surprise return of the Hexbuds! Fighting mom, death ward, trisection, atonement

"God, you were my fucking dream, for so fucking long. But these people are my reality. And it is by your actions that one of them has died, and you tried to kill more of them. And I will miss you so much. But I cannot support this. Mr. Henry… kill her."

Thornkirk

Episodes: The Reaping Season, Jabs and Hooks, Broken Heart Banshee, Ghosts of Thornkirk, The Baroness, The Rook’s Gambit, Trial by Scale, Until We Meet Again

We meet our new heroes: blade witch Fia Boginya, apprentice coroner Zirk Vervain, and “guy who lives in his ex-wife’s third cousin’s pool house” Henry Hogfish. The trio befriend each other, do a job for a local gang, and seek to avenge a wrongful death, all as hints of greater mysteries begin to make themselves known.

Highlights:

Also introducing Bukvar, Philip, Volk, Spritel, and Shank

From @under5feet-and-over800pages: “pls include the bit where everyone’s name was honk.” (Ed. note: Honk Honkfish, Fonk Bonkginya, Zonk Vervonk, etc)

Zirk doses Petty Jack with ex-lax, and Hank sends Shank to go steal Batilda’s sword and replace it with Fia’s copy while he’s shitting

Parallels of Fia’s flashback trial by scale interrupted by Batilda, then Syb’s trial by scale interrupted by Fia!

From google form submission: “Sewastian and Henry interactions all through the Thornkirk arc, esp the final fight”

[aalisalbrecht]

INFORMATION & STATISTICS FOR AALIS ALBRECHT

"Every artist dips his brush in his own soul, and paints his own nature into his pictures." — Henry Ward Beecher

ORIGINS & FAMILY:

Full Name: Aalis Katherine Albrecht

Nickname(s)/Alias(es): Kat, Allie

Date of Birth: October 13th, 1140

Age: 45 (884)

Gender + Pronouns: Female, She/Her

Place of birth: 12th century France

Parents: Avice (†) & Gwenllian (†)

Siblings: Eldric, Thaddeus, Beatrice, Margaret, Cecilia, Edmund & Gideon (Older siblings; †)

Children: Callista Albrecht, Zachary Crawford (Son-in-Law)

Grandchildren: Marina Crawford

Relationship with family (close? estranged?): Mixed; Aalis and her daughter Callista share a deeply affectionate yet complex bond, strengthened by their unconventional family dynamic. Despite a rocky start and Callista's troubled past, Aalis's unwavering support and pride in Callista's growth foster a relationship marked by mutual respect and understanding, even when tested by their differences. Aalis has a warm, nurturing bond with her granddaughter Marina, offering guidance, love, and support. She takes pride in Marina’s achievements and enjoys their affectionate, playful interactions. Their relationship is marked by shared joy and Aalis’s commitment to being a positive influence in Marina’s life. Aalis’s relationship with her son-in-law Zachary is polite but distant; she respects him for supporting Callista and being a good father to her granddaughter, though her protective nature makes her cautious and reserved.

Pets: None

PHYSICAL:

Height: 5′ 10″ (175 cm)

Build: Slender and graceful

Species: Hunter

Distinguishing Facial Features: A defined, symmetrical face with high cheekbones and a strong jawline

Hair Color: Dark Red

Usual Hair Style: Sleek, straight, kept shoulder-length with occasional curls

Eye Color: Green, Blue, Grey, depending on lighting and time of day

Complexion (freckles, acne, skin tone, birthmarks, scars): Fair to medium complexion

Disabilities (physical or mental, including mental illnesses): Occasional Anxiety, PTSD, Mild Chronic Pain

What do they consider their best feature?: Her striking red hair, it adds to her bold and commanding presence

Worst they’ve ever been injured (what, how did it happen)?: During one of her battles as a hunter, Aalis suffered a severe cut that resulted in a deep, disfiguring scar from a werewolf, which she keeps hidden under her tailored clothing.

APPEARANCE:

Favorite outfit: A classic black pencil skirt, a fitted black blazer, and stilettos

Glasses? Contacts?: None; If needed, she will use minimal, stylish reading glasses

Personal Hygiene: Impeccably clean and meticulous

Tattoos? Piercings?: Single ear piercings in both ears; a discreet, meaningful tattoo hidden on her upper arm of a symbol of protection

What does their voice sound like?: Her voice is authoritative and smooth with a commanding yet approachable tone

Accent?: Subtle and none specific

Unique mannerisms/physical habits: She has a habit of adjusting her clothing and/or straightening her posture when stressed

Left handed or right?: Right

Do they work out/exercise?: Regularly through yoga and strength training

BELIEFS & INTELLECT:

Known Languages: English, French, German, Latin, a little Spanish

Zodiac: Libra

Gifts/talents: Exceptional architectural skills, A keen strategic mind, Art and design, Has a knack for solving complex problems

Religious stance: Agnostic

Pet peeves: Insubordination, Lack of punctuality, Disorganization

Optimist or pessimist: Realistically optimistic

Extrovert or introvert: Introvert

INTIMACY & RELATIONSHIPS:

Relationship status: Single

Sexual orientation: Demisexual

Ideal mate/qualities they look for in a mate: Looks for integrity, intelligence, resilience, and emotional depth. They should respect her independence and have a strong sense of self

Ever been in love?: Yes

What’s their love language?: Quality Time and Acts of Service

Most important person in their life?: Her daughter, Callista and granddaughter, Marina

VOCATION:

Level of education: Various Degrees and Certifications throughout her lifetimes

Profession: Architect

Past occupations: Midwife, Estate Manager, Military Strategist, Various Jobs throughout her lifetimes

Passions: Architecture, Art/Historical Preservation, Mentoring

Which is more important – money or doing something they love?: Doing something she loves

SECRETS:

Phobias: Has a fear of losing loved ones and being unable to protect those she cares about

Life goals: To leave a lasting legacy through her architectural contributions, To ensure her family is well taken care of

Greatest fears: Experiencing the loss of her family again, Failing to protect those she loves

Most embarrassing thing ever to happen to him/her: Aalis’s most embarrassing moment occurred during a high-profile architectural conference where she was a keynote speaker. As she was passionately discussing her latest project, her well-prepared presentation unexpectedly malfunctioned. The screen displayed an early, incomplete draft of her designs, revealing personal notes and sketches that were meant to be private. The room fell silent, and she felt a wave of heat rush to her face. Despite her attempt to remain composed, she stumbled over her words and struggled to regain her professional demeanor. The incident, though ultimately forgiven, haunted her because it exposed her meticulous planning and hidden vulnerabilities, things she usually kept under strict control

Something they’ve never told anyone: She once had a brief, intense romantic relationship in a past life that she has kept private due to the complex emotions it stirs

PREFERENCES:

Hobbies: Collecting rare books and antiques, Exploring historical sites, Indulging in fine wine-tasting

Favorite color: Deep red

Favorite smell: The aroma of aged red wine

Favorite food: Bouillabaisse

Favorite book: The Fountainhead by Ayn Rand

Favorite movie: Inception

Favorite song: Adagio for Strings by Samuel Barber

Coffee or tea?: Coffee, particularly mixed with hot cocoa for a rich, indulgent flavor

Favorite type of weather: Crisp autumn days

Most used word or phrase?: “Precision is key”

EXTRAS:

MBTI: INTJ (The Architect) - INTJs are known for their strategic thinking and high standards, which align with Aalis's role as a main architect. Her dedication to building the city and her analytical approach to both her work and personal life fit the INTJ profile. They are also known for their independence and preference for keeping their emotions in check, which resonates with Aalis’s guarded nature and commitment to her profession

Alignment: Lawful Neutral - Aalis follows a strict personal code related to her work and life, reflecting a lawful alignment. Her role as an architect and her dedication to her adopted family show her commitment to structure and order. While she does care deeply for those close to her, her decisions are primarily guided by her principles and responsibilities

Enneagram: Type 1 (The Reformer) - Type 1s are principled, purposeful, and self-controlled, which aligns with Aalis's meticulous nature as an architect and her dedication to her work and family. Her desire to uphold high standards and her fear of making mistakes reflect the core traits of a Type 1

Celtic Tree: Oak - The Oak tree symbolizes strength, endurance, and resilience; qualities that align with Aalis's long life and her ability to rebuild and adapt through many lifetimes. It also represents wisdom and stability, mirroring her established role in the city and her dedication to her family

Temperament: Melancholic - Melancholic individuals are often thoughtful, detail-oriented, and serious, which fits Aalis’s professional and personal demeanor. Her tendency to keep her emotions hidden and her dedication to her work also align with the melancholic temperament

Hogwarts House: Ravenclaw - Ravenclaw values intelligence, creativity, and knowledge, which match Aalis’s career as an architect and her role as a lecturer. Her strategic thinking and appreciation for structure and detail align well with the traits of Ravenclaw House

Element: Earth - Earth represents stability, practicality, and reliability; all qualities that resonate with Aalis’s role in architecture and her dedication to building and nurturing her family. Her grounded nature and her connection to the physical world through her work and life also align with this element

[xvi-the-tower]

My baby, Callista! I'm so happy with how she turned out! 😭

Sprite commission for @xvi-the-tower

Another absolutely gorgeous design to work with :D

[xvi-the-tower]

Jumped on the bandwagon, lol

Starting at the top, we have Amaranth, Callista, Jasmine, Aster, Cesario, Louisa, and Helene

[lilnoctua]

4. 13. and 22!!

Putting it in a read-more because of the length! It's spoiler free so coterie are welcome!

4. Is there someone your OC has met who they would find physically attractive, if only their personality were not so repulsive? (Or that they find attractive and really wish they didn't...)

One of Callista's many flaws are her terrible taste in lovers. For her (as she has convinced herself that she doesn't need anything but physical) the repulsive personality might actually make them more attractive to her as it stops herself from getting in too invested 13. Does your OC find other people's love lives interesting - or even compelling - to learn about? Or would they really rather not know?

She generally doesn't care. Either she asks only if she really cares about them or if said relationship might get in the way of her work/plans. So far she only took interest when it was evident that one in her coterie took fancy to Callista's ghoul Ward which she was quick to put up some ground rules/boundries 22. How would your OC respond to someone falling in love with them if they did not, or could not, reciprocate? Would they let them down gently and with kindness? Or would they sneer at them?

That would very much depend on who it is. If it's a mortal or someone she would think would only get in danger by being with her, she'd more likely to freeze them out. If it's a total sleeze bag (that even she would not bang) she'd barrage them until they have no confidence left to bury lol