Tearen the Absol
Carpe Noctem
Name: Valinae Sheppard
Age: 23
Gender: Female
Sexuality: Asexual (Technically Hetero, but she just has impossible standards.)
Astrological Sign: Taurus
Birthday: May 18th
Magic: Earth + Metal = Forge (Can create objects or machines of varying complexity from materials in the environment, with larger or more complex creations taking longer time to create.)
- Valinae prefers to use her Earth magic to create powerful seismic waves that can change the battlefield and destabilize opponents.
- Valinae's control over the power of metal allows her to bend and manipulate it as if it were putty, but she must touch it with her bare skin. It does not grant her extra strength to lift it, however.
Weapon: Armored Fists
Appearance:
Valinae is a tall, strong, woman with medium-brown skin and sharp facial features. She is on the heavier side, but not what one might consider overweight. She has a resolute jaw line and a slightly thin nose. Her eyes are a deep green color, and her grim face is speckled with black freckles and a few scars along her chin. Valinae's hair is bleached to be a light gold color, drawn out into a tall, braided bun of ropy dreadlocks on the back of her head. It's been a little while since she had her hair done, so her natural black roots are starting to peek through closer to her scalp. Her arms, usually bare, are covered in heavy black tattoos that depict various cars, machines, and personal sayings.
Valinae dresses herself in light, practical clothing. She usually sports a simple white tank-top with a pink gradient pattern and a pair of olive, khaki pants rolled up past her knees. The straps of her black sports bra are usually visible to some degree under her tank-top. Valinae does not wear much makeup– usually just some eyeliner and lip gloss. She wears a pair of fashionable yet practical boots, and she also tends to carry around a large duffle bag full of spare working clothes, simple tools and of course her phone, lotion, makeup, etc.
Personality:
Valinae is a quiet, mostly humble, and deeply caring young woman. Though she is young, she values hard work and perseverance above all else, and is largely self-supporting. She enjoys the company of others and likes a nice, long conversation, but this should not be mistaken as an easygoing personality.
Valinae is, above all else, dedicated to self-discipline and control. She has a specific way of doing things, and if someone wishes to get along with her, they are usually better off going with her plan. Otherwise they will be subjected to constant inquiry, judgement and criticism. It's not as though Valinae will not follow others, however; she just questions their every decision. This often comes across as an overly harsh, biting personality that many people find chafing, even though Valinae does not mean to alienate them. She does honestly care very deeply about people, but most people don't realize that her bossy nature comes from a place of caring.
That said, she will always give people as many chances as they need to get things right, and she is always willing to help if someone (rightfully, in her opinion) admits they need her help. She tends to like to think that she knows everything, and though she is indeed very intelligent, she often presumes to have more knowledge than she actually does. This can lead to her making poor choices, which she will never wholly admit to, and will never want to speak about ever again, ever ever ever.
She does have her relaxed side, however, and during these moments she likes to laugh and joke with close friends. She doesn't appreciate people who make themselves out to be aloof or above the need of companionship, and has a tendency to chide and taunt such wall flowers until they come and have a seat at the table.
Valinae likes things that are practical and straightforward. Though she enjoys mystery and intrigue in her entertainment, she has little patience for things in the real world which seem needlessly flashy or obtuse. Pragmatism rules her decisions, but that does not prevent her from making bold choices or indulging in trivial things from time to time.
Though Valinae appreciates friends and family greatly, she is not at all interested in romance or passion, at least in a physical sense. In her opinion, lust is just another sort of drug that she can do without, and to that end it should be mentioned that Valinae abhors any sort of alcohol or substance abuse. Another part of this is that many potential partners in her past were too intimidated by her demanding standards, and so left her in favor of lower-maintenance lovers. This is fine in her opinion; a true partner would strive to get on her level, not shrink away from such a challenge. She is not a prude, however. Sex and the discussion of it does not perturb her, though she has a low opinion of the Japanese obsession over the objectification of women.
In summary, Valinae is a steadfast and reliable friend, who will always help out someone in need...so long as they're willing to admit she was right all along.
History:
Valinae Sheppard is a 3rd generation American citizen of Haitian descent, who grew up in a trashy New England suburb for most of her childhood. Though she was slightly better off than her friends living in the ghetto, Valinae still experienced the downsides of being black in America through many of her interactions in middle and highschool. Though she had her rebellious phase as a freshman, her inner Taurus eventually coaxed her to settle down and learn a trade that would help her survive after graduating. College wasn't really on the table for her at the time, so she decided to swallow her pride and start taking auto repair classes, which were usually stuffed with horny little white-trash boys. This hostile environment forged the thick skin she still wears today, and also spurred her into rising above the kind of ignorance she was faced with every day.
In spite of the fact that it had entirely been a pragmatic choice, Valinae eventually did come to have a great love for cars and machinery, and excelled in her ability to fix things.
The turning point in her life was when there was a police raid on the house across the street from hers. Stray gunfire killed her brother and her mother almost in the exact same instant, which shattered the poor little Taurus' sense of stability and safety. She never fully recovered from that heartbreak, but once again her sense of determination was stirred within her. She moved in with her grandmother, but the poor old woman was too old to care for her properly, and Valinae largely became self-reliant from the young age of 16.
Once Valinae graduated from highschool, she wasn't sure where she would go. There was no sort of savings plan in place for her to go to a proper college, and she sure as hell wasn't going to saddle herself with a huge student loan that she couldn't repay. A few years passed, and though she did easily get a job as a mechanic, she didn't feel as though her learning was complete. So, she took a step over that and looked into vocational schools. Nothing really piqued her interest in America, but the auto industry and racing community in Japan caught her interest greatly. The most terrifying decision she ever made, then, was to leave America and all she knew for the far east to attend a training center for specialized repairs on Asian imports (or exports, technically.)
Her knowledge of Japanese is a little unsteady, but as usual, she put her nose to the grindstone and is at least able to communicate her basic needs. She now studies day in and day out, laughing with her classmates, learning her trade and welding late into the night. Naturally, when magic started to rise in prominence, her first thought was "How can I make this work for me?". She was proud of her affinity for Earth, and quickly grasped the fundamentals of finding ways to refine that affinity, though she sees much room for improvement. The last thing she wants right now is some big, crazy magic adventure...
Other:
- Valinae loves ancient history and classic literature, among which she considers the work of Tolkien to be her favorite.
- Loves opera and ballet, and other great works of composition. Anything that takes a lot of craft and talent, really.
- Valinae is not terribly delicate or graceful, and tends to damage things that are. To that end, her fighting style is not trained or martial; she just relies on brute force.
Age: 23
Gender: Female
Sexuality: Asexual (Technically Hetero, but she just has impossible standards.)
Astrological Sign: Taurus
Birthday: May 18th
Magic: Earth + Metal = Forge (Can create objects or machines of varying complexity from materials in the environment, with larger or more complex creations taking longer time to create.)
- Valinae prefers to use her Earth magic to create powerful seismic waves that can change the battlefield and destabilize opponents.
- Valinae's control over the power of metal allows her to bend and manipulate it as if it were putty, but she must touch it with her bare skin. It does not grant her extra strength to lift it, however.
Weapon: Armored Fists
Appearance:
Valinae is a tall, strong, woman with medium-brown skin and sharp facial features. She is on the heavier side, but not what one might consider overweight. She has a resolute jaw line and a slightly thin nose. Her eyes are a deep green color, and her grim face is speckled with black freckles and a few scars along her chin. Valinae's hair is bleached to be a light gold color, drawn out into a tall, braided bun of ropy dreadlocks on the back of her head. It's been a little while since she had her hair done, so her natural black roots are starting to peek through closer to her scalp. Her arms, usually bare, are covered in heavy black tattoos that depict various cars, machines, and personal sayings.
Valinae dresses herself in light, practical clothing. She usually sports a simple white tank-top with a pink gradient pattern and a pair of olive, khaki pants rolled up past her knees. The straps of her black sports bra are usually visible to some degree under her tank-top. Valinae does not wear much makeup– usually just some eyeliner and lip gloss. She wears a pair of fashionable yet practical boots, and she also tends to carry around a large duffle bag full of spare working clothes, simple tools and of course her phone, lotion, makeup, etc.
Personality:
Valinae is a quiet, mostly humble, and deeply caring young woman. Though she is young, she values hard work and perseverance above all else, and is largely self-supporting. She enjoys the company of others and likes a nice, long conversation, but this should not be mistaken as an easygoing personality.
Valinae is, above all else, dedicated to self-discipline and control. She has a specific way of doing things, and if someone wishes to get along with her, they are usually better off going with her plan. Otherwise they will be subjected to constant inquiry, judgement and criticism. It's not as though Valinae will not follow others, however; she just questions their every decision. This often comes across as an overly harsh, biting personality that many people find chafing, even though Valinae does not mean to alienate them. She does honestly care very deeply about people, but most people don't realize that her bossy nature comes from a place of caring.
That said, she will always give people as many chances as they need to get things right, and she is always willing to help if someone (rightfully, in her opinion) admits they need her help. She tends to like to think that she knows everything, and though she is indeed very intelligent, she often presumes to have more knowledge than she actually does. This can lead to her making poor choices, which she will never wholly admit to, and will never want to speak about ever again, ever ever ever.
She does have her relaxed side, however, and during these moments she likes to laugh and joke with close friends. She doesn't appreciate people who make themselves out to be aloof or above the need of companionship, and has a tendency to chide and taunt such wall flowers until they come and have a seat at the table.
Valinae likes things that are practical and straightforward. Though she enjoys mystery and intrigue in her entertainment, she has little patience for things in the real world which seem needlessly flashy or obtuse. Pragmatism rules her decisions, but that does not prevent her from making bold choices or indulging in trivial things from time to time.
Though Valinae appreciates friends and family greatly, she is not at all interested in romance or passion, at least in a physical sense. In her opinion, lust is just another sort of drug that she can do without, and to that end it should be mentioned that Valinae abhors any sort of alcohol or substance abuse. Another part of this is that many potential partners in her past were too intimidated by her demanding standards, and so left her in favor of lower-maintenance lovers. This is fine in her opinion; a true partner would strive to get on her level, not shrink away from such a challenge. She is not a prude, however. Sex and the discussion of it does not perturb her, though she has a low opinion of the Japanese obsession over the objectification of women.
In summary, Valinae is a steadfast and reliable friend, who will always help out someone in need...so long as they're willing to admit she was right all along.
History:
Valinae Sheppard is a 3rd generation American citizen of Haitian descent, who grew up in a trashy New England suburb for most of her childhood. Though she was slightly better off than her friends living in the ghetto, Valinae still experienced the downsides of being black in America through many of her interactions in middle and highschool. Though she had her rebellious phase as a freshman, her inner Taurus eventually coaxed her to settle down and learn a trade that would help her survive after graduating. College wasn't really on the table for her at the time, so she decided to swallow her pride and start taking auto repair classes, which were usually stuffed with horny little white-trash boys. This hostile environment forged the thick skin she still wears today, and also spurred her into rising above the kind of ignorance she was faced with every day.
In spite of the fact that it had entirely been a pragmatic choice, Valinae eventually did come to have a great love for cars and machinery, and excelled in her ability to fix things.
The turning point in her life was when there was a police raid on the house across the street from hers. Stray gunfire killed her brother and her mother almost in the exact same instant, which shattered the poor little Taurus' sense of stability and safety. She never fully recovered from that heartbreak, but once again her sense of determination was stirred within her. She moved in with her grandmother, but the poor old woman was too old to care for her properly, and Valinae largely became self-reliant from the young age of 16.
Once Valinae graduated from highschool, she wasn't sure where she would go. There was no sort of savings plan in place for her to go to a proper college, and she sure as hell wasn't going to saddle herself with a huge student loan that she couldn't repay. A few years passed, and though she did easily get a job as a mechanic, she didn't feel as though her learning was complete. So, she took a step over that and looked into vocational schools. Nothing really piqued her interest in America, but the auto industry and racing community in Japan caught her interest greatly. The most terrifying decision she ever made, then, was to leave America and all she knew for the far east to attend a training center for specialized repairs on Asian imports (or exports, technically.)
Her knowledge of Japanese is a little unsteady, but as usual, she put her nose to the grindstone and is at least able to communicate her basic needs. She now studies day in and day out, laughing with her classmates, learning her trade and welding late into the night. Naturally, when magic started to rise in prominence, her first thought was "How can I make this work for me?". She was proud of her affinity for Earth, and quickly grasped the fundamentals of finding ways to refine that affinity, though she sees much room for improvement. The last thing she wants right now is some big, crazy magic adventure...
Other:
- Valinae loves ancient history and classic literature, among which she considers the work of Tolkien to be her favorite.
- Loves opera and ballet, and other great works of composition. Anything that takes a lot of craft and talent, really.
- Valinae is not terribly delicate or graceful, and tends to damage things that are. To that end, her fighting style is not trained or martial; she just relies on brute force.
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