Israiha, of the tents of Karinth, of the sons of Malech. Physical Description Name ~ Israiha, of the tents of Karinth, of the sons of Malech. Race ~ Benshira Age ~ 21 Date of Birth ~ Summer the 45th, 491 AV Issa is rather short and slim, with narrow hips and shoulders. Her hair is long and a dark chocolate brown, nearly black and her skin is tanned from the desert sun under which she was raised. Her eyes are a deep, jewel like blue, surrounded by thick dark lashes. Her long hair is usually wound in a simple braid in order to keep it out of her face and out of her way. Each of her ears displays a single piercing, from which hangs simple silver tear drop shaped earrings. She commonly wears a simple, silvery grey ankle length tunic with short sleeves tied at the waist with a cord and a dark blue shawl wrapped around her shoulders and over her head. When dancing however she swaps her simple and modest attire for a small, vest-like top- Scoop necked and covering just below her sternum- and a long skirt that reaches to her ankles. Concept Israiha is a very emotional, strong-willed and emphatic person who puts all her heart and effort into the things she does. She is stubborn and straightforward, often calling others out for their weaknesses and delusions. Though she shares this trait with her father, Issa is a bit more tactful with her honesty and usually only displays this side of herself to her closest relations and friends. As one who values family (immediate and extended) above most other things, Issa is a bit of a worrier and concerns herself with the welfare of people she cares about. However, on the other side of her sensitive and emotional nature is a temper; When insulted, hurt or embarrassed, she is prone to lash out violently. History Israiha’s life in Yahebah was more or less normal and uneventful until around the time of her 19th birthday. She had convinced her father, a well-known traveler, to include her on his next business venture. After nearly an entire season of begging and pleading he relented and Issa soon found herself walking the streets of Ahnatep, Riverfall, Syliras and Zeltiva. She found that she loved the environment and the people and was more than depressed when she learnt that the journey was to come to an end. One night, on the way back from Syliras the small band of traders was confronted by a band of highway man and other wanted criminals. When the traders attempted to fight back they were slaughtered, and all but Issa and an older, wounded woman managed to flee. Scarred and grieving they had no idea which way they were to go and unknowingly made their way back towards Syliras. The older woman, named Syri, died of her wounds shortly before Issa was saved by a small patrolling band of Syliran Knights. The knights, taking pity on her, taught her how to defend herself with a knife as they escorted her back to Syliras. She stayed in Syliras for half a season before returning to Ekytol. |