Alright, time to introduce the next 3 MC’s! And I love @RedRoses’ idea about our MC’s dream love interests! I’m going to start including that on the bottom. And for the MC’s that I already wrote about (Anastasia, Tyra, and Isa), I’ll just include their Dream Love Interests up here.
@Fawkes Will any of my MC’s (that have been described so far) have any luck in finding what they’re looking for?
(Truth serum administered)
Anastasia: “I’m looking for my knight in shining armor, just like the princesses in the fairy tales have. He doesn’t have to be a prince, but it would be nice if he was. He DOES have to rescue me from danger whenever I need rescuing. And compose love poems and sonnets in my name, and kiss me under the sunset, and serenade me…and just romance me! And when I meet him, he has to sweep me off my feet and make me feel butterflies in my stomach!”
Tyra: “Man or woman, I want a partner who will fight by my side. I DON’T need to be rescued from danger by anyone…I want someone who will face the danger with me! I’d love a partner I could go on adventures with!”
Isa: “To lust after…a human with genitalia. Those who are attractive and great in bed preferred. To LOVE…well, that’s more difficult. I’d like someone intelligent who can challenge me both inside and outside the bedroom. Because although I’d never admit it without this truth serum, a lot of my shallow act is just an act. And honestly, people who really are as stupid as I pretend to be get to be rather tiring after a while.”
(1) Kali (Ditzy Guen/Blonde Hair, Blue Eyes):
Father: Kali was glad she never had to see her Father. He sounded terrifying and not fun at all. When she saw him in the gardens, she barely managed a curtsy. Not that it mattered…he called her a mistake anyway. Kali tried to simply forget about it and enjoy her playtime…but it was awfully hard. Too hard to do at all…she gave in within minutes and started sobbing on Sister Elesyth’s dress.
Mother: Ysonia was much more fun! Even if Kali barely saw her, her visits were always memorable. When she promised that the King would be kinder to her…well, Kali wasn’t sure whether ANYBODY could make that old grouch be nice, but she thanked her Mother for trying.
Religion Lesson: Kali was happy to have her lesson privately. She loved being around people…as long as they liked being around her, and these people clearly didn’t. Kali wasn’t particularly interested in the Triad, but managed to listen with a bland smile on her face. That smile was the reason Sister Elesyth thought Kali was actually interested in what she had to say about Naphenia.
Temple Gender Restrictions: Kali accepted the gender restrictions, convinced that smarter people than her had created them.
7th Birthday: Kali was so excited for her birthday she could hardly contain it! She couldn’t decide which was the best part; the attention or the gifts? Well, not that she got much attention this year, except from her Mother…but the gifts more than made up for it! Aside from those moldy old books Kali would be sure to throw in the fireplace at her first opportunity, everything was wonderful! Her favorite was the looking glass. It was so beautiful…and she was so beautiful! And shouldn’t two beautiful things go together?
Dream Love Interest (Truth Serum Administered): “I just want someone attractive…really attractive, that’s a requirement. And someone who likes to have fun…no wet blankets, please! I love gifts, particularly expensive ones, so financial generosity is a must. Other than that, I’m flexible!”
(2) Deva (Antisocial Guen/Black Hair, Blue Eyes):
Father: Deva tried very much to ignore her father, as he seemed so determined to ignore her. If he hated her, she did not care. She DIDN’T. When she saw him in the garden, Deva was so frightened that the words flew out of her…which only made him angrier and more frightening. Then he called her a mistake, which had to be THE most hurtful thing anyone had ever said to her. For the rest of the day, Deva barely spoke, too shocked and hurt to know what to say.
Mother: Deva resented her Mother greatly, and how could she not? Abandoning her, AND being the sole reason that everyone in the palace she left her in hated her?! Deva treated her Mother just like the unpleasant stranger she had made herself, with cool courtesy.
Religion Lesson: Deva was hugely relieved at being able to have the lesson privately, away from judging eyes. Deva quickly cheered up once she was away, however…she loved nothing more than listening to stories about Myteus. When Sister Elesyth told her about his personality, Deva wished you could meet a god…because they sounded a lot alike. She was increasingly envious of Myteus’ sanctuary where he could be alone and think…Deva would make it her mission to find such a place for herself.
Temple Gender Restrictions: Deva wasn’t the type to throw a tantrum…but when she heard she would be barred from Myteus’ temple just because she was a girl, she couldn’t help but scowl. Why was it that only boys should be knowledgeable? It’s not like they were any smarter. Deva had met plenty of stupid boys at the palace. It just didn’t make sense.
7th Birthday: Deva was nervous about moving out of the nursery. The nursery might not have been the fanciest room in the palace, but at least there she didn’t have to deal with the whole court’s prying, judging eyes. The only good think about her birthday was the book collection she received. Finally, an interesting way to pass the time, a way to use the intellect that girls weren’t meant to have. Deva was so grateful she almost forgot her anger and resentment of Ysonia…almost.
Dream Love Interest (Truth Serum Administered): “I need my partner to be my intellectual equal, and hopefully share much of my thirst for knowledge and curiosity about the world. Even if they’re interested in slightly different areas of knowledge than I am, I’d love to be able to end the day by talking about our discoveries. Given my reserved nature and trust issues, however, they definitely need to be calm with no anger issues, loyal and trustworthy, and preferably have the ability to draw me out of my shell.”
(3) Minerva (Ruthless Guen/Red Hair, Black Eyes):
Father: Her Father had decided long ago that he cared nothing for her. Very well. Minerva was more than happy to return the favor. Still, Minerva wished to change his feelings, though nothing would change her own. After all, Minerva desired the power to change the very world…the power a King certainly held. So she gave him a perfectly executed curtsy, respectfully addressing him as “Your Majesty”…only for him to get angry at it and call her a mistake. Minerva was incredibly frustrated, and, deep down, though the seas would empty before she would admit it…the tiniest bit hurt. Because he was only echoing the thoughts of everyone she knew, even if most wouldn’t be rude enough to say it to the face of a 6 year old. Minerva spent the rest of the day whispering to herself “I am not a mistake”…finally ending with these words; “I am not a mistake. And I’m going to prove it.”
Mother: Minerva distrusted her Mother ever since she left her here alone. And when she promised to make the King be kinder to her, she wasn’t sure she could believe her…but nevertheless, she couldn’t help but appreciate a gesture that nobody else in her life would have even bothered to make. They spent several pleasant afternoons together after that, which were some of the happiest afternoons in Minerva’s short life…before Ysonia left without a word after only a few weeks. Minerva spent the weeks after alternately berating herself for her stupidity in trusting her and trying not to cry. When Ysonia returned for her 7th birthday, Minerva greeted her formally and respectfully, but with none of her previous warmth. But when she found out that Ysonia gave her the book collection, and that SHE enjoyed reading and learning too…despite herself, Minerva couldn’t help but like her. Like her, admire her, appreciate her…but never trust her. Minerva had already been fooled twice in that regard, and twice had her heart shattered…twice was more than enough. Minerva vowed that Ysonia would never again get the chance.
Religion Lesson: Minerva had her lesson in the gardens. She wouldn’t give them the satisfaction of making her leave. Minerva most enjoyed listening to stories of Tepharon and his power, and dreamed of one day acquiring such power for herself. The power to change the very world… She very much desired to visit Tepharon’s temple someday and learn more about him, since Sister Elesyth hardly knew ANYTHING.
Temple Gender Restrictions: Minerva was inwardly furious that she would be denied admittance based on her gender, but would not give Sister Elesyth the satisfaction of getting to lecture and punish her for pitching a fit. (Which, unlike with her siblings, she actually seemed to enjoy doing to Minerva.)
7th Birthday: Minerva was thrilled about finally moving out of the nursery. She wasn’t a baby anymore. Today was the day her life would truly begin! And presents were always welcomed by her…especially the book collection, which she would read cover to cover. Minerva had always loved to read and learn, and these were the first non-baby books she had ever been given.
Dream Love Interest (Truth Serum Administered): “Well, there’s definitely a chance of me just killing anyone who makes me weak enough to be led around by my emotions like that. But if by chance I don’t…I’d want someone brilliant and ruthless, with a whole lot of ambition and drive. Someone who I could rise to greatness with. And I DO have a taste for the finer things in life…so after we finish our latest schemes, I’d like someone I could have a glass of century-old vintage wine with. The ability to discuss music, art, and literature intelligently is also a must.”
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