Erudite

[Erudite]

NAME → Erudite RACE → Konti BIRTHDAY → 25th of Fall, 486 AV AGE → 25 GENDER → Female ... NATIVE → Kontinese CONVERSATIONAL → Common ... APPEARANCE & PERSONALITY She bears the gentle features, gills, translucent white scales, and pale hair that are expected of a traditional Konti, yet even so, there are distinctive attributes to her that set her apart. Despite being from an empathic race of seers, her glacier-blue eyes are completely devoid of emotion and are constantly expressionless, leaving the observer much to debate on when attempting to read her. Her thin, light brown eyebrows are the only features that could ever betray her in the event that she feels frustrated, surprised, or upset. Her long, slender body appears as fragile and frail as a hollow porcelain doll, though under close inspection it is clear that she has quite the amount of strength and muscles due to her Suvai training. Her incredibly wavy hair, bearing the signature white gold sheen of the Konti, is kept only a little past the shoulders, and is occasionally propped up in a simple braid. Her face is shaped a little more on the masculine side, as her jaw and chin are more prominent and sharp than the usual softened appearance of a Konti, or most other women, for that matter. And thus she usually carries an aloof, intimidating, and serious aura, yet in the end she is just as friendly and approachable as the next Konti. She often goes out wearing her favorite blue dress and her leather boots, completing the ensemble with her underbust corset. She never leaves her lodging without wearing her golden pendant, and often times has a backpack strapped around her shoulders. Erudite is a little more of everything that is commonly attributed to the personality of a Konti. She is terribly inquisitive and hungry for knowledge, to the point that her questions appear to never end, as she is keen on not simply knowing, but also understanding. She is a little more talkative and outspoken, often appearing brave and confident whenever she speaks her mind or simply engages in conversation. Though her voice remains to be almost as sweet and fluid as the chirp of a songbird, it is rather low, and contains an essence of determination and power. As kind as she is loving, she makes friends rather easily after they had put aside the frigid atmosphere that she often tends to emanate. She treats her friends and companions as if they were family, and assists and cares them as often as she can. Her traveling often causes her to be away from the little family she has left in the White Isle, and thus friends are often appreciated and valued. Though, despite this, Erudite also has a rather competitive and overachieving side of her, one that leads her to become distant and more guarded than she usually already is. She thrives and aims for success and improvement, and while that often never gets in the way of her thoughts, feelings, and actions, it does a lot of damage to her and others whenever it does. She is very privy of her history and her studies, and never lets her guard down no matter what the situation. Due to her Konti gift, she often appears very calm and relaxed, until she senses that something is afoot. LIKES, DISLIKES, & ETHICS Out of all the things that the Konti love, medicine is what Erudite enjoys the most. She is not fond of playing music, although listening to some is very pleasant, and neither is she much of a fan of poetry. She enjoys reading, writing, and drawing, though she is not too interested in producing her own artworks. She is content with the notes and sketches that she jots down onto her journals. While most Konti dislike violence and confrontation, she is complacent with both, and will only be deeply affected of jostled if such events occur for long periods of time. Peace, although pleasant, is not inherently possible to achieve in her eyes, as something will always disrupt the calm. As she is fond of conversations, she enjoys talking to others, often advising them, trading stories with them, or discussing intellectual concepts with them. Not only is she very much into medicine, herbalism, and wielding the Suvai, but she is also an avid traveller. Erudite greatly honors her religion, her family and friends, and the welfare of herself and others the most out of everything. Occasionally her unwavering hunger for learning and improvement becomes her main priority, but she will drop everything in the event that someone is in danger or is in dire need of assistance, and when her religion or beliefs are being challenged. While she often respects and understands the beliefs and opinions of others, she stands firm with her own and does not falter unless the other person’s argument is sensible and true. Knowledge, after all, was meant to be delved upon and understood no matter what. She values open-mindedness, curiosity, strength and boldness, and the mere thought of stepping down or back out from even the simplest tasks due to doubt or anxiety infuriates her. While her morals dictate that violence is not the answer to any problem or situation, it is a given that it is a highly possible alternative or last resort. HISTORY Erudite was born into a relatively large family of six, consisting of herself, her mother, her grandmother, and her three sisters. Due to being the youngest and having the largest age gap between herself and her sisters, she spent most of her time around other adults, whom she found to be better companions rather than those her age. Most of her fellow Konti viewed her as a little bit strange and eccentric, as she spoke, thought, and inquired of concepts that were well beyond her years. While her sisters preferred to sing, draw, and play, she preferred to write and study. They preferred music and art over the things she loved, which were studying medicine, herbalism, and training in the art of wielding the Suvai. They were more feminine than her, older than her, and fit in with the other Konti while she stood out like a sore thumb. This phase in her life caused her to become anxious and insecure, though later on it led to her into becoming a strong, independent young woman. As her mother, grandmother, and relatives before her were all avid and seasoned travellers, her sisters begged to embark on escapades of their own. They wanted to seek their fortune, their calling, and their mates, while Erudite simply wanted to travel to Zeltiva in order to study more extensively. And as her sisters were old enough to leave the isle, they did, and though at first they kept in touch, they never did so consistently. Erudite focused on her studies and the strengthening of both her body and her mind, a part of her wondering how her siblings would fare when they hardly did such. And alas, news came that one of them had been enslaved, and another had died from constant pressure and stress. It did not come as much of a surprise to Erudite, though it saddened her deeply. Her third sister remained unknown to them, and she and the rest of her family members simply assumed that she was too far away to keep in touch. Unfortunately, she and her mother and grandmother were marked by Rak’keli, not Avalis, and so they could not discover the fates of their family members. Erudite simply cultivated her relationship with her mother and her grandmother even more as she grew up, burying herself in knowledge and strengthening herself for the time when she would be leaving the isle as well. And when the time came that she was old enough, she was sure that she was ready. Her grandmother let her have her inheritance of coin, and her mother gifted her with the family’s pendant; a stylized golden locket that had been passed down from generation to generation to the daughter that they were certain would live long and prosper. And at that moment, Erudite realized why her mother had no siblings, or seemed to have none – they all underestimated the harshness of the outside world, and were thus devoured whole by it. Her mother, who was resourceful enough to plan and prepare ahead, was the only known survivor between she and her sisters. Briefly overcome with pressure, her determined, overachieving nature only doubled from the discovery. And so she packed up her things, equipped her Suvai, and left with the promise of keeping in touch at least thrice a season. She made her way to Zeltiva and enrolled into the academy, driven to succeed. SKILLS SPECIAL ABILITIES Underwater Breathing Mischief Sensing Skill EXP Total Proficiency Medicine +16(SP) +10(RB) +1 27 Points Competent Weapon: Suvai +20(SP) 20 Points Novice Herbalism +9(SP) +5 +2 16 Points Novice Botany +3 3 Points Novice Gardening +5(SP) 5 Points Novice Observation +3 +2 5 Points Novice Writing +2 +1 3 Points Novice Calligraphy +1 1 Point Novice Botany +2 2 Points Novice Teaching +2 2 Points Novice Architecture +1 1 Point Novice Philosophy +1 1 Point Novice Sociology +1 +1 2 Points Novice Socializing +1 1 Point Novice Seduction +1 1 Point Novice Cooking +1 1 Point Novice LORES   Medicine Basic Human Anatomy   Herbalism Herbalism: Intoxicating Aroma Herbalism: Five Methods of Utilizing Medicinal Plants Herbalism: Tincture Medium Recipe Herbalism: Steep Dried Ingredients Herbalism: Fighting The Taboos Aloe: Appearance Aloe: Properties Anise: Appearance Anise: Properties Basil: Appearance Basil: Properties Chamomile: Appearance Chamomile: Properties Cinnamon: Appearance Cinnamon: Properties   Botany Botany: Maintaining Moisture Botany: Proper Pottery Botany: Do Your Research Botany: Size Matters Botany: Soil Choice   Social Emotion: Infatuation Flirting: Receiving End Jealousy: Causes Daggered Words Teaching: Pacing Teaching: Personality Teaching: Hands On Fancied by The Insane At First Sight A Gust of Fate   Acquaintances Wrenmae: Familiar Stranger Zan: Wrenmae's Familiar Henry M. Aldernay: Herbalism Professor Henry M. Aldernay: Widower Henry M. Aldernay: Phenomenal Teacher Andrew: Classmate Andrew: Interested Andrew: Herbalist Andrew: Botanist Andrew: Striking Andrew: Little Facts Veronica: Aggressive Veronica: Bold Veronica: Jealous Veronica: Herbalist Veronica: Classmate   Religion Religion: Rak'keli   Architecture Beauty of Pre-Valterrian architecture Glory of the 512 Zeltivan Docks   Other Theoretical Bouillon Rewards of Preparation ABILITIES, GIFT & GNOSIS Erudite is blessed by Rak’keli, the Goddess of Healing and Health, and thus has a twisted swirling sigil in shimmering opal permanently etched upon the palm of her left hand. The mark allows her to close shallow wounds, cure headaches and common colds, ease strained or tense muscles, and take care of minor rashes, allergies, and depression. She can also deal with inflicted snake bites, insect bites, skin irritation due to plants, as well as minor bruising. While she cannot completely heal or close deeper wounds, she can purify and sanitize them with her touch. As do all Konti, Erudite was born with a gift that allows her to see or sense what others usually do not or would not. She was blessed with the gift of Mischief Sensing, which allows her to sense if an individual, or group of individuals, plans to inflict harm on her either physically or emotionally. However, she will only be aware of their presence and their intent if they are in her line of sight or within the immediate vicinity. The gift helps her anticipate and prepare herself whenever a threat is nearby, though it does not, under any circumstances, assure her safety. INVENTORY Most of Erudite's belongings are contained in a traveler's chest; a three foot by two foot wooden chest, made with large, durable wheels and a sturdy leather leash, designed for traveling uses. The chest's latch is made of brass, and its edges are decorated with wrinkled, worn leather. The chest usually holds Erudite's extra clothing, one of her backpacks, some equipment and tool kits, as well as a few other occasional excess items. When she isn't wheeling it around in her travels, the chest is either left in the room she is staying in at an inn, or in her student's quarters at the academy.   Apparel Item Obtained Description Average Dress Starting Package An average dress with set-in, three quarter sleeves that end with a circular flounce, reaching just above the knees with slight ruffles around its hem. Made with muted baby blue fabric and white thread, with numerous little cross stitches arranged along its deep, V-necked mao collar. As it is rather loose, it is usually paired up with a belt or corset. Leather Boots Starting Package Laced up boots made of rich leather in a deep, russet brown, reaching just until the calf. Its dark soles are rather thick and sturdy, with a half an inch heel. Suited for both traveling and simply strolling about. Linen Blouse Purchased A white linen blouse with a round collar and three-quarter sleeves that end with slight ruffles. As it is rather plain and also relatively loose, it is usually tucked into a skirt or a pair of pants and paired up with a corset or belt. Peasant Skirt Purchased A dartmouth green peasant skirt, worn from the waist until the knees. Usually paired up with a belt and a blouse. Cotton Cloak Starting Package A simple hooded cotton cloak worn around the shoulders and secured with thick string. The fabric's light brown shade is reminiscent of the color of aged parchment. Leather Corset Purchased An underbust leather corset that laces up on the front. Its deep, chestnut brown hue can easily be mistaken for black when seen in the dark or underneath dim lighting. Usually paired up with a blouse or a dress. Leather Gloves Purchased Brown leather gloves with black stitching. It fits snugly on the fingers and wrists. Simple and sturdy enough for both work and ordinary dealings. Leather Belt Purchased A rather thick leather belt in a dull, burnt sienna. Wide enough to cover a third of one's waist, it is always worn with a buckle. Fancy Buckle Purchased A thick, glistening, rectangular bronze buckle with multiple stylized carvings and little accents that seem to depict a scene, one that is unclear or undecipherable, except that it seems to be filled with strong winds and multiple glaring suns. Golden Pendant Heirloom A marvellous, glimmering pendant with a thin golden chain and a smooth, golden oval locket. The sides of the locket is decorated with stylized twisted swirls that vaguely resemble the gnosis mark of Rak’keli, while the center of both sides bears a distinctive household symbol that belongs to Erudite’s family. In pristine condition, the locket is handed down from generation to generation to the daughter who is most likely to succeed, a tradition that began with the very first members of Erudite’s family, who were marked by Avalis and were skilled fortune tellers. The locket is currently empty. Average Dress Purchased A simple sleeveless dress in a remarkable shade of ivory, with wide shoulder straps and a square bustline. The torso area is formfitting up until the wide, black silk sash that wraps around the dress just below the waistline. The lower portion of the dress flows freely, its hemline ending just above the knee. In pristine condition, it is only worn during days or nights out in the city. Leather Shoes Purchased A pair of beige-colored leather shoes reaching just below the ankles, with rounded tips and dark soles. Secured in place with cream-colored straps. Usually worn along with a certain average dress on special occasions or leisure time. Broad-Brim Hat Purchased A simple woven hat of good quality, with a moderately broad brim and a spherical top, and a summery cream shade. Though brimmed, it only shades a third of the face if worn upright. Fit for moderately sunny days, or a light drizzle. Occasionally paired up with the leather shoes and average dress ensemble.   First Backpack A relatively worn, wine-colored woven backpack, with its opening covered by a large flap of cloth that is secured to the front with thick string. Item Obtained Description Brush Starting Package A simple brush made out of thick, smoothed wood and beige-colored boar bristles. Although gentle on the head and healthy for the hair, applying too much pressure during use may cause one's scalp to ache. Soap Starting Package A bar of soap with a rich, pearl sheen and a sweet, flowery smell. The scent is overpowering and painful for the nostrils when placed too close to one's nose. Balanced Rations Starting Package A week's worth of well-rationed food. Each meal set contains all the necessary nutrients one needs once a day. Eating Knife Starting Package An ordinary little knife with a dark leather handle and a glimmering blade. Its edge is far too dull to inflict harm or injury, though it is effective enough in slicing most softened meats and breads. Flint and Steel Starting Package Two pieces of stone that when rubbed together, produces enough friction to start a small fire. Waterskin Starting Package A medium-sized waterskin made of cow bladder. The outer area is secured with animal skin and leather, with string crisscrossing along one side up to its nozzle, which is covered firmly with cork. Very watertight.   Second Backpack Another woven backpack, its cloth much thicker, much more durable, and of a darker shade than the former. Its opening is covered by a large flap of cloth that is secured to the front by two pairs of straps, with the ones attached to the bag's body ending in copper buckles. Item Obtained Description Blank Books Purchased A pair of thick, identical hardbound books filled with many leaves of fine, beige-colored paper, with its cover and accents made of of rich brown leather. A long piece of dark green string is attached to the the upper spine of both books and acts as a bookmark. Both books are the Erudite's journals; one book acts as a personal diary, while the other one contains handwritten notes relating to medicine, herbalism, and a few other concepts. A folded slip of paper is contained inside the latter book, as well as a long, neatly rolled piece of parchment inserted into its strap. Click here to read her medical journal, and here to read her personal journal. Sheet of Paper Purchased A slightly crumpled, yellowing slip of paper with many creases, due to constant folding and unfolding. Contains a handwritten table of contents for a certain journal on medicine and herbalism. Vials of Ink Purchased Two thick glass vials shaped like spherical inkwells, made to effectively stand upon flat surfaces and desks. Their wide, circular tops are secured with corks. Both are generously filled with plain black ink. Quill Purchased A sturdy quill, with its upper body made of long, red, brown and beige feathers. Despite having a soft, ticklish top, its tip is rather sharp and can easily scrape the skin if one is careless enough.   Equipment Item Obtained Description Suvai Starting Package A unique and rather peculiar-looking three-pronged weapon that is almost exclusively used by the Konti. Carved from the spiral horns of a certain white ocean while, the three sharp blades of a Suvai spiral around each other from the end of the handle towards their tips, whilst pointing forward. When effectively pierced or cut by a Suvai, the victim will feel incredibly weakened, implying that the horn it is made from may be poisonous to non-Konti. Comes with its own unique leather holster. Herbalist Tool Kit Purchased A tool kit comprised of the tools and equipment needed to cultivate, maintain, and harvest various plants and herbs. Complete with a small collection of varying sized pots and containers, a small set of tools made for cutting and grinding, and a sampling of seeds for common plants and herbs. [/color] LEDGER Purchase Cost Total Starting Package +100 GM 100 GM Household Check-In +500 GM 600 GM Herbalist Tool Kit -20 GM 580 GM 2 Ink Vials -2 GM 578 GM 2 Blank Books -6 GM 572 GM Traveler's Chest -100 GM 472 GM Backpack -2 GM 470 GM Fancy Buckle -1 GM 469 GM Linen Blouse -1 GM 468 GM Sheet of Paper -4 SM 467 GM, 6 SM Leather Corset -5 SM 467 GM, 1 SM Leather Gloves -5 SM 466 GM, 6 SM Leather Belt -2 SM 466 GM, 4 SM Peasant Skirt -3 SM 466 GM, 1 SM Leather Belt -2 SM 465 GM, 9 SM Quill -5 CM 464 GM, 18 SM, 95 CM Zeltiva Academy Tuition Fee -40 GM 424 GM, 18 SM, 95 CM Broad-Brim Hat -8 GM 416 GM, 18 SM, 95 CM Silk Sash -4 GM 412 GM, 18 SM, 95 CM Average Dress -8 SM 412 GM, 10 SM, 95 CM Leather Shoes -3 SM 412 GM, 7 SM, 95 CM THREAD LIST 508 AV Autumn 1; Erudite's usual daily routine at the White Isle changes when she meets the eccentric "Tock," whose true name remains unknown to her. 512 AV Spring 1; Erudite enters Zeltiva for the first time and meets Montaine. Spring 3; Erudite enrols into the Zeltiva Academy. Spring 4; Erudite attends her first Herbalism class in the West Wing. She meets Andrew, Veronica, and Professor Henry. Spring 5; Erudite has her second Herbalism class in the West Wing. Spring 6; Erudite attends her first Medicine class in the Infirmary, and decides to see if she could land a job there. Spring 40; Erudite bumps into Montaine after coming from the library, and teaches him how to read. Spring 76; Erudite attends a different scheduled Medicine class, and meets Kaeson along the way. Spring 85; Erudite strolls around Zeltiva and meets Wrenmae. Spring 89; Erudite, Montaine, and Wrenmae decide to enter the library at noon in search for its supposed ghost.

[Erudite]

Long ago, she was someone else, someone with eyes of a duller shade, hair of a darker hue, and a heart with a heavier burden. She had fair hair as rich and as sleek as straw, often kept in place with multiple braids and a tight bun. Her wide eyes were governed with cerulean orbs that seemed to reflect a stormy sea, and were framed with long, thick lashes that often blinked back tears. Her rosy lips were often pouting, often pursed, but when they smiled, they brought out the most beautiful of pearls, as genuine as they are rare. She strode about clad in bright red, a statement that had at first garnered her strange looks, but later it had become her trademark. People searched for her crimson gown and her bloodred fur shawl when the sick were in need, and even when they weren't. Her alabaster skin glowed underneath the sunlight, and even quite a bit in the darkness, to those who admired her far too much. She had a gentle walk, and a gentle touch; a sweet gaze, and a sweet embrace. She looked fragile and light on the outside, and perhaps, even on the inside. She spoke with a voice that chimed like soft bells, and maintained a timid and shy demeanor whenever she was around others. She spoke little about herself, and a lot about her religion if given the chance, but with one special person, she was entirely different. She giggled often, and her laugh was much like a water dropping into still water; light, unexpected, and vibrant. She loved all shades of red, and helping others, but most of all, a certain someone She was Zana Farstride, a notable member of a small family in Cyphrus that vehemently worshiped Rak'keli. Heavily conditioned by the goddess and her guidance, she was not able to frequent the world outside the four walls of her home, and was therefore often unable to properly establish relationships outside of her family. Instead, she was left out and isolated from those her age. It was when she'd met Lazaro, the son of a certain traveling merchant, that she found friendship. The pair immediately bonded and grew inseparable, spending most of their time together and eventually growing to love one another as they grew up. In time, Rak'keli took notice of her unwavering care for others and her unyielding faith in her, and so she was granted a mark and was blessed. Lazaro, however, had attracted the attention of Vayt, and in turn received a mark from him. Despite this, the two married and attempted to continue their relationship, but as the citizesn of Cyphrus began to grow ill, he fled the city in order to prevent any lasting damage and to find out how to control the gnosis. She focused all her time and energy into healing and saving the sick in Cyphrus, which in turn led her to garnering a second mark from Rak'keli. But every single night, Zana pleaded with the deity to somehow bring Lazaro back to her, in order to heal her broken heart. Eventually, Lazaro returned to her after five years, apologizing for his sudden departure. He had also been marked a second time by Vayt, yet the two reconciled and continued their relationship. Years later, however, Lazaro mysteriously disappeared without a trace, and once again Zana was left alone to her own devices; only this time, she was with child. But he did not know, and so he left, thinking it would be for the best that she didn't know his whereabouts, and his purpose for departing. He was to become Vayt's champion. Zana was not one to sit idly and see her lover go just like that, especially when she was expecting a child with him. And so she searched for him, and when she'd finally found him, she fell ill. While he cared for her and tried to treat her, she inevitably succumbed to the illness and passed away. But now she's returned once more, three hundred years later, reincarnated as a Konti. Marked with Rak'keli, and bearing the gift of their Race. Her hair is paler, curlier, and her eyes are lighter and devoid of emotion. Her heart bears no weight or burden, and her mind contains no memories of the distant past. But would it be possible to remember?