~Character Info~

[pathofsilence]

Personality:

Even though Lethe is incapable of vocalizing her thoughts and feelings, she makes it very clear how kind a woman she is. When in the company of those she cares about, or simply wandering about town, she often has a smile on her face in spite of all she's faced. Unexpectedly for someone who spends most of her time fighting monsters and the occasional bounty hunter, Lethe has a soft spot for children, and will gladly throw herself into harm's way if it means saving a young life. She even donates most of what little money she receives from slaying monsters to orphanages or needy children rather than use it to make her own life more comfortable. A cheap inn room and food is all she needs to get by.

As a former member of the Church of the Divine Flame, Lethe follows a path of righteousness, although she's nowhere near as zealous and vindictive as the rest of the church is. It's one of the reasons she left. Even the slightest hint that someone might have connections to a darker power and the church wanted to immolate someone. Lethe requires proof of one's guilt, not simply a hunch. However, when something truly evil stands in her way, she shows no hesitation in smiting it wherever it may stand. Even so, she understands that there's more to the world than good and evil. There's a line between them, and there are many things that exist on that line. A balance of sorts, and that's where she believes she is herself.

Adventuring and crusading against evil does not leave much time for enjoying oneself, or hobbies in general. However, Lethe has taken up astronomy; something she can enjoy on the go. No matter where she travels, the night sky will always exist unless she's underground. She uses the stars as her guide, her map to her next destination. One day, she plans to stop her endless journey and settle down, although she has no idea when that may be. She's never known what it would be like to live a normal life, and she envies those that do.

While she spends most of her time smiling, Lethe lives with a fair amount of inner turmoil. There's always the nagging thought, the idea that what she's doing may not be the right path, as well as guilt over what she did as a member of the church. There's also the fact she was forced to slay her own father, or so she believes at least. She's not sure she can ever atone for the sins she's committed, but she'll never cease trying. No matter how many curses, how many scars she accumulates.



History:

To begin, Lethe never knew her mother. Her father was a rather famous magus and adventurer, one who despite wanting to care for his daughter, had other duties that unfortunately required him more. Regretfully, she was left at an orphanage, at least until she was found by a member of the Church of the Divine Flame, the followers of the Sun God, Coronis. Being taken in by the church, she was raised to follow their beliefs, although she did find herself questioning some of the things she did. However, Lethe wanted to do good, and she'd do her best to protect the world she knew.

Lethe became a strong young woman, both in mind and body. At the age of fifteen, she'd been indicted into the 'Burning Inquisition', the sect of the church that dealt with destroying evil in all its forms. In addition to her already slightly abnormal strength, which she wasn't sure how it was possible, Lethe learned to use divine magic, ranging from healing spells to utilizing divine fire itself. Her combat skills were awe-inspiring, her earlier years focused on wielding a greatsword.

On one particular crusade, Lethe faced off against a necromancer that had wiped out an entire village and used its previous occupants as undead slaves. Despite even the children becoming undead horrors, Lethe couldn't help but feel a little guilty as she cut them down. When fighting the necromancer himself, she nearly lost her own life, and as a dying gift, she was inflicted with a number of curses, including one that destroyed her vocal cords beyond healing. While she eventually had them all removed by the church, she was seen as damaged.

It wasn't until she was sent to hunt a particularly powerful vampire that she truly began to question the motives of the church. As it turned out, said vampire was in actuality, her father. The father she never really knew. While he talked to her in the midst of combat, the young woman was conflicted. Faced with a foe she was incapable of defeating on her own, the church had actually implemented a 'failsafe' of sorts in the greatsword she'd been given. The weapon exploded in a brilliant fashion, bathing both Lethe and Vane in flame. She barely survived...her father? She assumed was dead.

After being retrieved and healed to the 'best' of the church's abilities, Lethe was left very badly scarred. She was still alive, but no longer the beautiful young woman she was before, at least in her opinion. Even those she'd been friendly with before seemed to sneer in disgust at her. Having had enough, Lethe decided to leave the church and the inquisition behind, venturing off in the middle of the night. Purchasing only a knapsack and a rugged, but sturdy-looking staff from a local village, she ventured off into the wilderness. Unfortunately, this was seen as a betrayal by the church...and she was declared a wanted woman. She was hunted by the inquisition itself. To Lethe, it was a battle for her freedom, her beliefs, and her life. As if guided by an unseen force, she dispatched all those who'd been sent to hunt her, a voice speaking into her mind after she'd faced her latest trial.

So she began her solo crusade against the true evils of the world, guided by the voice in her head...and well, whatever evil managed to be unfortunate enough to catch her attention. Along the way, she met a number of companions whom she treasured, whom she occasionally partnered up with to help those in need. Niki Cirice; the kindly mercenary. Remei; the sassy 'cleric'. Vin; the half-vampire assassin with the heart of a child. Xun; the sorceror who befriended spirits. All companions she gladly would have given her life for.

Unbeknownst to her, Lethe was indeed being guided by a greater, unseen force. The gods were watching her, and looking to fill a gap in the pantheon. Every trial she'd faced, every curse inflicted upon her...all to groom her into becoming something more.

She would become the Goddess of Silence.



Body and Appearance
1. Describe the character's height and build. Is she heavyset, thin, short, rangy?

Standing at 5'11", Lethe's body is toned, but not overly muscular. She still looks quite feminine if you can see beyond the scars.

2. How old is she?

Lethe appears to be in her early twenties. However, she's pushing forty.

3. Describe her posture. Does she carry herself well or does she slouch?

She tends to carry herself fairly well.

4. How is her health? Is she fit or out of shape? Any illnesses or conditions? Any physical disabilities?

Lethe is quite healthy! She's physically fit, and rarely falls ill. She's plagued by nightmares and vivid dreams. She also has quite the collection of burn scars, and due to that incident, her vision in her left eye is not quite up to par.

5. How does she move? Is she clumsy, graceful, tense, fluid?

Her movements are usually graceful and with purpose, especially when she's in combat.

6. How attractive is this character physically? How does she perceive herself in the mirror?

She's...actually quite pretty, even with the scars. However, she's very self-conscious about her appearance and thinks she's ugly.

7. Describe her complexion. Dark, light, clear, scarred?

The unscarred portion of her body is on the pale side.

8. Describe her hair: color, texture, style.

Lethe's hair is long and black, usually tied off in a sort of long ponytail in the back. A section of her hair is also white due to the trauma of the curses she was dealt.

9. What color are her eyes?

Her eyes are a brilliant green.

10. Does the character have any other noteworthy features?

Aside from her scars, not really.

11. What are her chief tension centers?

Her shoulders. A good shoulder rub will have her pretty much turn to jelly.

12. What is the character's wardrobe like? Casual, dressy, utilitarian? Bright colors, pastels, neutrals? Is it varied, or does she have six of the same suit?

Lethe's typical outfit consists of shorts, a tunic, tabard, and a cloak. She also wears wrappings around the scars on her arms most of the time. It's...usually the same outfit until she actually needs to replace it.

13. Do her clothes fit well? Does she seem comfortable in them?

She doesn't complain.

14. Does she dress the same on the job as she does in her free time? If not, what are the differences?

She typically doesn't dress any differently. It's hard to have a wardrobe when you're constantly on the move.

15. You knew it was coming: Boxers, briefs or commando?

Panties, typically. The plain kind.



Speech
1. What does this character's voice sound like? High-pitched, deep, hoarse?

"..."

2. How does she normally speak? Loud, soft, fast, evenly? Does she talk easily, or does she hesitate?

She can't speak.

3. Does the character have a distinct accent or dialect? Any individual quirks of pronunciation? Any, like, you know, verbal tics?

No.

4. What language/s does she speak, and with how much fluency?

She understands and can write in Common, Kitsune, and a smattering of Elven.

5. Does she switch languages or dialects in certain situations?

No.

6. Is she a good impromptu speaker, or does she have to think about her words?

N/A

7. Is she eloquent or inarticulate? Under what circumstances might this change?

N/A



Mental and Emotional
1. How intelligent is this character? Is she book-smart or street-smart?

Definitely more street-smart. She's about average.

2. Does she think on her feet, or does she need time to deliberate?

She tends to try and think things through.

3. Describe the character's thought process. Is she more logical, or more intuitive? Idealistic or practical?

Intuitive, but idealistic.

4. What kind of education has the character had?

A religious one. She also knows basic history of Crescentia, as well as all about the various races and monsters across the continent.

5. What are her areas of expertise? What, if anything, is she interested in learning more about?

Combat and Astrology. Honestly, she'd like to learn how to be a housewife one day.

6. Is she an introvert or an extrovert?

Somewhere in between. She's not exactly reclusive, but she doesn't go out seeking attention either.

7. Describe the character's temperament. Is she even-tempered or does she have mood swings? Cheerful or melancholy? Laid-back or driven?

She's typically on the somewhat cheerful, laid-back side when she's not out fighting.

8. How does she respond to new people or situations? Is she suspicious, relaxed, timid, enthusiastic?

Mostly relaxed. She likes to give everyone a chance.

9. Is she more likely to act, or to react?

React.

10. Which is her default: fight or flight?

Fight.

11. Describe the character's sense of humor. Does she appreciate jokes? Puns? Gallows humor? Bathroom humor? Pranks?

...she really doesn't have much of a sense of humor. You're likely to get questioning looks.

12. Does the character have any diagnosable mental disorders? If yes, how does she deal with them?

No.

13. What moments in this character's life have defined her as a person?

Immolating zombie children, fighting off a number of powerful curses, fighting her father against her wishes, being branded a traitor by a highly influential church.

14. What does she fear?

Not being able to make a difference.

15. What are her hopes or aspirations?

Lethe would like to live a normal life one day. One where she can smile freely and not have to worry about looking over her shoulder all the time.

16. What is something she doesn't want anyone to find out about her?

She doesn't exactly advertise she's on the run from the Church of the Divine Flame. Nor that her father was a famed magus.



Relationships
1. Describe this character's relationship with her parents.

She never knew her mother. She...never hated her father. She feels guilty about his 'death'.

2. Does the character have any siblings? What is/was their relationship like?

No.

3. Are there other blood relatives to whom she is close? Are there ones she can't stand?

No.

4. Are there other, unrelated people whom she considers part of her family? What are her relationships with them?

Her closest traveling companion is Xun, the spiritualist. Next up would easily be Niki. They're her best friends, and Xun is one she could potentially see herself spending the rest of her life with.

5. Who is/was the character's best friend? How did they meet?

She met both Xun and Niki through the Adventurer's Guild in Szem.

6. Does she have other close friends?

Not really? Traveling companions, yes. But she's not really that close to them.

7. Does she make friends easily, or does she have trouble getting along with people?

It's difficult for her to communicate, but she likes making friends. She just doesn't want them to get hurt.

8. Which does she consider more important: family or friends?

Both are equally important.

9. Is the character single, married, divorced, widowed? Has she been married more than once?

Single.

10. Is she currently in a romantic relationship with someone other than a spouse?

Not really.

11. Who was her first crush? Who is her latest?

She had a very brief crush on another Inquisitor before she got all scarred up. Now she's got a wicked crush on Xun.

12. What does she look for in a romantic partner?

Loyalty and gentleness. Someone who wouldn't mind just sitting together under the stars with a small campfire by their side.

13. Does the character have children? Grandchildren? If yes, how does she relate to them? If no, does she want any?

No, but Lethe would love to have a couple of little ones someday.

14. Does she have any rivals or enemies?

The church she left behind, for sure.

15. What is the character's sexual orientation? Where does she fall on the Kinsey scale?

She's a solid 3.

16. How does she feel about sex? How important is it to her?

Lethe is...not opposed to sex. It's a great way to relieve some stress and form a close bond with her companions.

17. What are her turn-ons? Turn-offs? Weird bedroom habits?

Nothing weird here. As for turn-ons, a gentle touch, and extra attention to her one breast that's actually not covered in scars will go a long way.



Beliefs
1. Do you know your character's astrological (zodiac of choice) sign? How well does she fit type?

These signs do not exist in Crescentia.

2. Is this character religious, spiritual, both, or neither? How important are these elements in her life?

She's definitely something along those lines. Her faith was in Coronis for a long time, but she's given the god of the Sun up. She'd like to believe there's another god that watches over her and the innocent lives she tries to save.

3. Does this character have a personal code of morals or ethics? If so, how did that begin? What would it take to compromise it?

Lethe is willing to give up just about anything to help someone in need. She doesn't believe in revenge or the like. She tries to retain a balance, but will never condone or commit an overly evil act herself.

4. How does she regard beliefs that differ from hers? Is she tolerant, intolerant, curious, indifferent?

It depends entirely on said belief. She's tolerant of most, but like, those who believe in human sacrifice, murder, and the like, she'll probably try and smite you.

5. What prejudices does she hold? Are they irrational or does she have a good reason for them?

UNDEAD. Lethe despises ghouls, zombies, wights, and the like. And those who create them. Vampires, she's a little more tolerant of because there are some good ones out there.



Daily Life
1. What is the character's financial situation? Is she rich, poor, comfortable, in debt?

Poor, but comfortable.

2. What is her social status? Has this changed over time, and if so, how has the change affected her?

There's Wanted posters of her in a few cities. She's...disappointed that she can no longer visit those places, but she doesn't regret leaving the church.

3. Where does she live? House, apartment, trailer? Is her home her castle or just a place to crash? What condition is it in? Does she share it with others?

She lives wherever the road takes her. Usually a small tent in the forest, or a cheap inn room.

4. Besides the basic necessities, what does she spend her money on?

She donates to orphanages and the poor.

5. What does she do for a living? Is she good at it? Does she enjoy it, or would she rather be doing something else?

Lethe is more or less a freelance adventurer out to do some real good. It's what she lives for. At least until she feels she can finally settle down.

6. What are her interests or hobbies? How does she spend her free time?

Astrology. She spends her free time resting, studying the stars, and honing her fighting skills.

7. What are her eating habits? Does she skip meals, eat out, drink alcohol, avoid certain foods?

She's not very picky. While she typically eats well enough, sometimes she has no choice but to skip a meal.


Associations
Which of the following do you associate with the character, or which is her favorite:

1. Color? Green.
2. Smell? That damp smell after a brief bit of rain.
3. Time of day? Evening, just before dark.
4. Season? Spring.
5. Book? She doesn't really have one.
6. Music? Elven music.
7. Place? A warm bed.
8. Substance? Sake.
9. Plant? Blood Rose.
10. Animal? Tanuki.