.:~White Tower Courtyard~:. {{Lounge Topic}}

[Asilynne]

This is the Lounge Topic for Light Illuminate, please feel free to refer here for your character sheets, NPCs, and to chat about the RPG or post new characters/NPCs. Have fun and also feel free to post any questions here!

Welcome to the White Tower...

A shining ivory spire reaching into the clear blue sky. Underneath the towering work of art from an Age past sprawls beautiful Ogier-sung gardens, a testament to the glory of the Tower and of the city Tar Valon itself. It seems to transcend time, a place which still strikes world travellers with awe and intimidates even kings and queens.

And yet you have come from all over the continent to call this place home.

If you are a female, you have come to learn the art of wielding the One Power. Perhaps you are a "wilder", where the spark manifests itself and you teach yourself to manage it. Or maybe you just have the desire to learn to weave the five flows of the One Power, Earth, Fire, Water, Air and Spirit. Whatever the reason, you said goodbye to your family and old life, perhaps for the last time, and made the journey to this city of legends in the hopes of one day becoming an Aes Sedai.

If you are a male, you have come for a special calling. Some men who learn the sword become soldiers, others become guards or knights protecting Queens and Kings, Lords and Ladies. You have come to learn to be the best of the best, to have your soul bonded to an Aes Sedai through the One Power, to become her Warder and protect her with your very life. In return your awareness and reflexes will become greatly enhanced, but first you must learn the forms of the Sword and earn the right on your own. Only then are you elegible to be chosen.

Whatever the reason, here you are, the gleaming pure white doors of the White Tower before you. Once you step through them, your fate will always be tied to the Tower. Already you can feel its pull, as if tugging on your soul, telling you wordlessly your destiny lies within.

Will you heed its call?

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Ok, this RPG will start out as somewhat of a school rpg, but there is something else going on within the White Tower that isnt quite right, and not too far into the rpg you will get your first mission. But first, a bit more elaboration on the setting and stuff ^-^ Some things are deliberately left vague, your character most likely will not know much about the inner workings of the Tower and of the One Power, and so you will get the information as the RPG goes on and as your character learns it in the class.

The White Tower is the training school and home for women who can wield the female half of the One Power, called saidar. This power can be used to heal, create, protect, eavesdrop, destroy, and more. Most of the time only two or three of the Five Flows are used, but some more complex weaves may use all five. Those who wield the One Power can see the flows they weave and the ones that others weave. But, only women may wield saidar.

The Ranks of Aes Sedai go as follows, you start out as a Novice, where you have little freedom and study hard, often doing chores in your spare time. Life is strict, but many still find time to sneak away and pull pranks, however the cost of getting caught means you get sent to the Mistriss of Novices for a sound strapping. After passing a mysterious test you gain the rank of Accepted, where you are a bit more free, having far less chores, able to teach small groups of Novices and study on your own. This usually causes you to gravitate towards a certain Ajah, which you will choose upon passing your final test to become a full Sister of the Aes Sedai.

~Ajahs~
You wont have one when you first start out but your character may have an idea of which you will eventually choose. There are seven Ajahs, divided by color:
Blue- Passionate, they get caught up in a cause and use their power to pursue it. They want to make the world a better place.
White- Logical, ignoring the world around them and focusing on matters of philosophy and truth.
Brown- Thoughtful, Obsessed with knowledge, they spend their time studying, in old libraries or historic locations.
Gray- Diplomatic, seeking harmony they often help to settle disputes between countries.
Yellow- Merciful, talented in the healing weaves and devote their time towards healing.
Red- Vengeful, the male half of the One Power is tainted, and any men caught channeling it must be "gentled", cut off from the power. The Red hunt them down and do this to protect the world from their destruction, as they always go mad if left unchecked.
Green- Decisive, also called the Battle Ajah, they almost always have more than one Warder and often marry one of them.

Country List
More will be revealed later.

As for the men, a potential Warder could come from almost any background. Anyone who can wield a sword or has the potential to learn can train in the White Tower, after passing a test, which is usually a duel with a seasoned Warder. Even if they lose that doesnt remove their chance, if they have the approval of the Warder in question they will be allowed to learn. Use your imagination, you could have been the Royal guard of a queen or a farm boy who was taught the sword by a mercenary uncle, your only limited by your imagination.

Now, for the form!

Name: Odd names are best, but if you must have a normal name, give it an unusual spelling.
Age: girls are 16-22, men can be of any age.
Gender: Male or Female?
Rank: Novice or Accepted, men are Apprentice Warders only
Appearance: based on the appearance I will pick a country for you to have come from and give you info on it. If you want the info beforehand to pick one yourself, PM me or request it here ^-^
Personality: same as appearance <3
History: Once you have your country you can elaborate on this. But for now you can add why youve come to the tower, what brought you here? Your desire to weave, for what reason? Or as a male, why do you want to devote your life to protecting an Aes Sedai?
Potential Ajah: you wont have one when you start, but you may know which youd like to choose later. Girls only.
Relationships: You may know some people already, any pre existing relationships put here ^-^
Other: Anything else? Little quirks, phobias etc.

I will post my character sometime tomorrow as its getting late. Any questions feel free to ask!

~~~Players~~~

Warders in Training
Vitch Nyora---Mystic_clown
Tahl'Atri---Outlaw JT
Reens Aden ---Crazy Elf Boy
Aethar Rendhrian Kallessan---Weasel Overlord
Arren Leifon ---Samchu

Novices
Ren Da'shain---Asilynne
Elya Daneiri---Outlaw JT
Jalini La'Kallan (Saril)---Chobichibi
Godia---Plantae

Accepted
Esyllt Teardhrin---Nayia Waterflower
Na’Wynth de Luun--- Crystal Tears

Aes Sedai Instructor
Antara Chimera(Green)---Dominus

~~~NPCS~~~

Aes Sedai
Mistriss Mirajane(Gray)---Mistriss of Novices
Li'Lendra(Green)
Tielanthi Alaka(Red)

Warders
Eldar Sumen

Novices
Talia Arien
Kienna Li'alla

Accepted
None

Apprentice Warders
Wystan Tate
Kiren Tursch
Bredan (Sil)

Other Tower Staff
None

This list can be added to as the rpg goes on, anyone can make an npc and add it into the rpg through this topic, even if you arent currently playing as part of the cast Late sign ups are also accepted.

[Nayia Waterflower aka starmie44]

This is beyond awesome for a RPG. I would definitly like to request more info on the countries when you have the time. ^.^

[Outlaw JT]

Here's a huge question for you. When does this take place? That could have a dramatic effect on a great many things. Some kingdoms that are gone might still be around. The balance of power between kingdoms might be different. Certain things presently thought rare might be more common. Would help me greatly in deciding my characters origins.

[Mystic_clown]

Name: Vitch Nyora
Age: 18
Gender: Male
Rank: Apprentice Warder
Appearance: Vitch is a rather gangley person, standing at 5’8’’ with a very thin build and an almost sickly pale complexion. He has long, stringy dirty blonde hair which falls unevenly over his thin face (with some slightly sunken features), and his eyes are a lacklustre blue. He wears a sleeveless tan tunic, matching pants (held up by a thick belt) and brown boots which are able to hide his dangerously thin frame quite easily.
Personality: Vitch isn’t the most social guy. For the most part he’s down right shy, keeping to himself and sometimes stuttering when he speaks. He has some self esteem issues, and is often a pushover, mainly doing what others tell him to do. He can often be found alone, in a nice quiet spot, either thinking or muttering sarcastic insults about people he doesn’t like. Although he’ll only do the latter when he believes he’s alone.
History: Vitch was born in the mining town of Baerlon. However, he was born with a physically frail body and as a result was unable to find work in the mines or pretty much anywhere else. This lack of usefulness resulted in his low self esteem and inverted personality, making him a further outcast amongst his peers. His mother, worried about her son, decided to try another method to bring up his strength and confidence. Send him to the White Tower to train as a Warder. Vitch, of course, was sceptical about the whole thing, but being as spineless as he is, he couldn’t say no to her and went along with it. And here he is.
Potential Ajah: n/a
Relationships: none
Other: He doesn’t like sudden flashes of light. Not sure why, but he just doesn’t like them.

[Asilynne]

Yay! Posts!!! Glad to see you guys are interested ^-^

Nayia: Ok ^-^ Im glad you like the idea too! I cant take credit for the ideas within, just the idea for the rpg itself though. Its actually based off a book series I like but I didnt want to say that because people get intimidated when they really shouldnt ;D Ill go ahead and make a post with the basic info on the countries, and once you pick one you can look up more info if you want, but its totally optional. The RPG will take place inside the White Tower so you really only need to know the basic info to describe your past.

JT: Its alternate dimension, but all the countries and stuff are as they were at the start of the series. The Leaders of the White Tower are also different but that all will be revealed once it starts in the opening post ^-^

Ben: Approved! Very nice <3

Ok, heres a basic list of some countries you can choose for your character. Im keeping it simple but if you want more info just let me know!

Altara- Capital city is Ebou Dar. A dangerous place, its also known for many wild festivals at multiple times of the year. The people will duel each other if they so much as even look at each other wrong sometimes, and many duels are fatal. Women are in charge in this place, everyone wears a knife at their belt and the married women wear a marriage knife around their neck, given to them by their husbands to use upon them if the men ever displease them. Many have olive skin and dark shades of hair, blue and brown being common eye colors.

Andor- One of the oldest kingdoms, think England in the middle ages with Camelot and such. The capital is Caemlyn, and the people are generally loyal and brave. Many have blond hair and blue eyes though it varies by location, brown hair and eyes are also common.

Arad Doman- The Domani are famous for their merchant culture, and their women are famous for their seductive ways. Its the style for them to wear almost see through dresses that are nearly skintight, and its said mothers train their daughters from a young age at how to be graceful and the art of seduction. Most of the merchants are women who no doubt use these 'skills' to their advantage. They have coppery skin and black or brown hair, hazel and green eyes being common.

Cairhien- Cairhienin are one of the most reserved of all the types of people. They pride themselves in order and organisation, and their politics system is called The Game of Houses, based on subtlety and plotting and hidden meanings. They are quite short, with dark hair and eyes and pale skin. Their style of dress is conservative as well, dark clothes which dont reveal much skin, the opposite of the Domani.

Illian- Illianers appearance and culture doesnt stand out much, save for their accent. "He does not understand" becomes "He do no understand" in the way they talk. Appearance wise they can have any skintone or coloring.

Tear- Tairens mostly have dark hair and eyes, but their skin color can vary from pale to very dark. Its a port city and so one of the main trades are fishing, and many of the common people go about barefoot due to the muddy streets in many places. Tairens also hate Illianers and the feeling is mutual, this goes back hundreds of years. The nobility is reminescent of the Spanish Empire.

Saldea- One of the Borderlands, countries that border the Blight where the Dark One's touch is said to be strongest. Its a warrior nation, men and women both are trained for combat and women often follow their husbands into battle. They have prominent noses and tilted, almond shaped eyes. Horses are inportant to them, and take pride in well breeding. They also have very hot tempers.

Shienar- Shienaran are also warriors, being also one of the Borderlands and perhaps the closest to the Blight, however they are very polite, this being a big part of their culture. They cherish peace, beauty, and life; "peace, because they have never known it; beauty, because they are so near the corruption of the Blight; and life, because they are sworn to death." They take things like nudity lightly, men and women often bathe together publically. They care more about living well than gaining wealth.

Tuatha'an- Also called the Tinkers or Travelling Folk, they are like gypsies which travel in colorful wagons from place to place, seeking "The Song". They are very peaceful and will not raise even a fist to defend themselves, they will talk, flee or hide to escape being killed but will never fight back. They wont even touch a weapon of war, and are vegetarians. They spend their time repairing things for people, travelling, and celebrating life every night with song and dance.

Atha'an Miere- Also called the Sea Folk, they are mysterious and not much is known about them. They have dark skin and hair, with strange tattoos on their arms and wear light, colorful clothing. Channelers among these people become Windfinders, using the One Power to find the best routes for their ships. They are notorious bargainers, and many look upon land folk with disdain. Only one of these will be allowed.

These are the main countries, but you may also make up your own village within one of these countries, with your own customs and such if you wish. I love creative people ^-^ Ill get to work on my sign up now <3


Also, Sie has reserved a Wilder spot, so besides my char the wilder spots are filled!

[Outlaw JT]

So, to clarify, Malkier still fell to the blight a full generation ago (I think it was about 45 years or something)?

[Nayia Waterflower aka starmie44]

haha, yes I can understand how people can get intimidated with such things; but really, we're hagging out in a tower, so it shouldn't be a big deal if it's from a book series. just from what you posted, I was about to look up the series and be comfortable with it within an hour. lol, it's not like I have to read the series to play this RPG. ^.^

Name: Esyllt Teardhrin
Age: 19
Gender: Female
Rank: Accepted
Appearance: Esyllt is fair skinned, standing at 5'6" and as curvy as she is trim. Her hair is long and wavy, stopping just at her waist and is a lustious dark chocolate in color with long side bangs. She perfers to wear her hair down, but has known to bind it during tasks were her hair may be more of a annoyance to the job at hand. Her eyes are a lovely sapphire color that stands out from her ivory complexion. First impressions are never good because how intense her eyes are, causing most people to see her as a unapproachable beauty until she smiles and her true personality shines through.
Being from a noble family, she's use to wearing gowns. In the White Tower, she continues to do so, usually being seen in a-line, flowing silk gown with very low neckline, long sleeves and fitted from the hips up. This style of dress she learn back home is good for swordplay, being both easy to move in and likely to distract most male opponents. Her favorite is a dark forest green with gold trimmings and lace.
Personality: Esyllt is the type of girl who seems to have a carefree nature and comes off as nonchalant. She has a mind that tends to be optimistic, but is always analyzing the world around her to know when to be realiztic. This gives her a natural curiousity, but she knows better then to let it get the best of her, knowing when bravary was stepping the line to stupidity. She's also known to be as patince as she is loyal.
History: Esyllt is from one of the noble houses in Carmlyn, Andor. Her family has always been a strong supporter of the military, training the women in the art of swordplay as much as the men in the family. It has been several generations since a woman of Teardhrin blood has been born with channeling abilities high enough to become Aes Sedai and apon learning that Eysllt had such power, her parents Derverius and Maiyel encouraged her to go to the White Tower for training at the age of seventeen. The Teardhrin family believe such training is an honour, which made it so Eysllt was more then excited to go, even if she was sad to leave her family. Her older brother, Cael was tempted to go with her to become her future Warder, but his duties for his family kept him home.
Potential Ajah: Blue or Green
Relationships: None as of yet since sign ups are still new. Eysllt has been in the White Tower for two years now, so she probably knows some fellow weavers. Just give the word ^.^
Other: She has a phobia of bats. She sees them as flying rats and strongly believes rodents shouldn't fly. Has a habit of humming when she's bored or working on chores, and tends to touch her fingers to her lips when embarrassed or stressed, and cover her mouth when she laughs or giggles.

Hopefully that's good. Had fun finding a creative name for this RP. ^.^

[Crystal Tears]

Name: Na’Wynth de Luun (Wynth to friends)

Age: 23

Gender: Female

Rank: Accepted

Appearance: Standing at a proud 5’10’’, Wynth is quite easily one of the taller women at the White Tower. Her hair is black, with bangs cut to frame her face and rest is layered. The longest strands come down to just below her shoulders, but not any farther. It has a sort of tousled look that many find attractive. Some of the longer strands are tightly braided with bright, colour beads weaved in. Her earrings are creature’s fangs and smaller strands of beads on silver and gold hooks. Her eyes are an entrapping grey-emerald coloration, often lined with dark eyeliner of sorts. For clothing she appears to wear a combination of styles (barbarian (furs), gypsy and belly-dancer). Wynth effectively wears three skirts, the longest is the first layer of the bunch, it’s black, and is longer on the right side then the left (the longest tip coming down to just above the knee). It’s unevenly cut and sort of curls at the edges. The second layer is a dark blue with a faded aqua stripe. It’s more of a piece of cloth she tied around her hips; the knot is on the left side. The final skirt is a short one with silver coin-like ornaments hanging loosely from it. So when she walks she effectively jingles, though can be oddly quiet when she wants to be. Her top is a simple piece of black cloth (feels somewhat like silk), that’s been formed into a halter-top by criss-crossing the material across her chest. She wears a multitude of rings, some simple bands of silver or gold, while others have precious stones in them. She has a few bracelets made out of leather, yet no necklaces. Wynth doesn’t wear footwear; she’s become used to bare feet and feeling the elements under them. Putting boots or shoes on would seem very strange and uncomfortable for her. Apparently, so would wearing modest clothing, she shows a lot of skin. She doesn’t seem shy about it at all, the few scars she has she bares proudly. On her right hand is a small, tattoo that resembles Egyptian styling (it’s on the back of her hand, and is simple lines flowing from her thumb to the tip of her index finger). Oh and she’s slightly tanned.

Personality: Wynth isn’t shy; she also doesn’t sugar-coat anything. She will, and without a second thought, tell it how it is. She’s very smart, though she may not know everything, once she learns something new, she rarely, if ever, forgets it. She’s cursed with a photographic memory, something that even annoys her at times. She can come off over-confident and cocky, but she believes her skills back her up. Free-spirited, hates restrictions and limitations, only because Wynth has long lived without them. She had a particular dislike for men, acting colder and much more sarcastic towards them then she would a woman. She is fiercely protective of her things and privacy, odd for a woman who is so out-going to be secretive, but she just is. However, she immediately respects anyone who can dance well. Wynth is a phenomenal dancer; she appreciates the expression and emotions the art displays.

History: Na’Wynth de Luun used to be Na’Wynth de Sol, a proud woman of the travelling tribes. Though rarely seen by many, the tribes would often send a representative to cities and towns to trade for resources. Her people are secretive, and will protect what is theirs and their people against all invaders. It was this very fact that changed Wynth’s life. A band of raiders happened upon the tribe, and attacked without hesitation.

The men were killed outright, brutally and in front of the women. With their hopes dwindling, many women did whatever the raiders wanted no matter what it was. She couldn’t believe their complacency, and her rage and misery boiled over. As one of the raiders grabbed her arm, he began to shriek and cry out for help.

Before everyone they watched him burst into flames. No one knew what to do, being so remote; they had never seen magic like this before. Wynth was lost in black rage, the ropes binding her turned to ash, and a searing pain shot through her.

Everything, in her mind, needed to die.

The raiders for what they did, the men for failing to protect the women, and the women for being so damn complacent.

So as she collapsed to the ground, the fire roared outwards.

When she awoke, she found everything charred and everyone dead. She was distraught, unable to handle what happened she ran. Guilt twists her soul, but so does a deep anger and resentment towards men. She changed her end name to de Luun, to secretly show her hate for the weakness of her tribe.

Eventually she found her way to the tower, not sure how but she did. xD

Potential Ajah: Red

Relationships: Someone be my friend! XD

Other: She can only weave(?) when men are present. And she’s NOT a tinker(er?) --; She also has a distinctive accent (would sound Australian to us).

Omg description... I went on a little tangent, I'm sorry XD

[Asilynne]

Nayia and Sie, both approved!! ^-^ looking VERY good, Im impressed with both your chars <3 Im looking forward to this ^-^

And with that, all accepted positions are closed, any new sign ups must be novices unless your male.

[Outlaw JT]

Name: Tahl'Atri
Age: 19
Gender: Male
Rank: Apprentice Warders
Appearance: Tahl'Atri stands at an average 6' even in height. He has a very lean and lithe body. His skin is well tanned but looks to be more a product of living outdoors than any sort of origin. He has long and wild reddish brown hair. His eyes are a pale green but at certain angles or when you catch him in just the right light you might swear they were golden. He is a strikingly handsome young man. When he's training he wears the garb issued to all apprentice warders. On his own time, however, he wears his own clothes. They are well worn furs and leathers and they looked very much like they were stitched together by his own hand as opposed to being bought from a shop or village somewhere.
Personality: He is both friendly and timid. He has an inherent distrust of other people and stays on his guard at all times. He doesn't speak very much but he likes to listen. When there's music playing, he becomes extremely focused on it. Sometimes he'll begin to dance without thought, others he'll simply sit quietly. He is clearly uncomfortable being in a large city like Tar Valon but he never raises any complaints about it.
History: Tahl'Atri was born, of all things, among the Tuatha'an. His early days were filled with laughter, love, music, and dance. Theirs was a very small band of tinkers, only three wagons large. When the boy was just barely 4 a large band of thieves came upon them. They were a heartless lot and visited all manner of horrors upon the tinkers, both living and dead. In their clumsy rage, however, the band managed to miss little Tahl'Atri. He had been hiding in a crawlspace under the largest wagon.

They left and he was left all alone among the corpses of his people. He was found, crying and cradling his mothers body in his little arms, by a hunter some two days later. The man took him in with the intent of leaving him with someone kind hearted in the next village he passed, not knowing what else to do.

Quite by accident, the hunter happened upon the bandits who had slaughtered Tahl'Atri's people on the way. They were already a little drunk but seeing the hunter and the child weren't about to let another victim go free. A mistake on their part as the hunter was a very seasoned warrior. The fight began swiftly and during it a dagger somehow found it's way to Tahl'Atri's feet in the chaos.

The boy saw the dagger, practically a sword to him at that age, and he looked at the bandits that had killed his family. Something inside him snapped and he snatched up the dagger and sprang into the chaos. This caught not only the bandits but the hunter off guard. None of them expected the little child, the tinker child, to pick up a weapon and join the fray. They expected even less how swiftly he was able to move and well he managed to handle the small blade. He flowed through the bandits like a river, slicing at every one he could reach.

The battle ended as swiftly as it had begun and all the bandits lay dead. The hunter looked upon the boy with new eyes. This was not a child fit to be coddled and raised in some farming village. Certainly not anymore. The hunter, a man named Daelin Tors, decided to take it upon himself to raise the lad. Not knowing the boys given name and having seen the way he moved with a blade in his hand, Daelin gave him a new name. Tahl'Atri. In a forgotten tongue the hunter happened to know it meant 'blade dancer'.

So, Tahl'Atri grew up in the wilderness with Daelin as his teacher and his guardian. It was a hard life but it couldn't be said it was a bad one. When Tahl'Atri was 15, however, Daelin succumbed to an illness during a particularly harsh winter. Not knowing where to go or what to do he continued to travel aimlessly, wandering wherever the game was plentiful enough to support him.

Recently, he found himself in the harsh and unforgiving wilderness of the borderlands. Daelin had always taught him that when times were lean it was ok to steal from those who had excess so long as he didn't cause permanent harm. So, when his supply of food ran dry and he couldn't find any game he had to turn to the nearest road, an abandoned path long forgotten by most between two of the border kingdoms.

His first and last mark was a solitary pair, man and woman. He stopped them and demanded, as kindly as he could, that they relinquish half their food to him. When the woman politely refused he drew his sword. Faster than he had ever seen anyone move the man was upon him sword drawn to meet it. If he had not been so fast himself he would have been disarmed and mortally wounded right on the spot.

He managed to get out of the way and deflect the next blow from the man. The two fought for only two minutes. The man was relentless and his attacks were unpredictable. Somehow, though Tahl'Atir managed to hold him off for a time. Eventually, though, the superior swordsman swept away his blade leaving him defenseless.

Rather than kill him, though, the pair identified themselves. Both were greatly impressed by Tahl'Atri's skill, even more so when he told them he'd never been trained with the blade. Instead of abandoning him to the harsh wilderness, the instead extending an invitation. They asked him to return with them to their home where he might be given a purpose and would certainly be given proper training in hopes that he would never have to resort to any such banditry again. So, he returned with them to Tar Valon to begin his training. He arrived two months ago.
Relationships: open to suggestions. PM me your ideas.
Other:

[Asilynne]

JT: Approved, very interesting history ^-^ Itd be interesting to see how my character reacts to yours.

Anyway speaking of which heres mine:

Name: Ren Da'shain
Age: 17
Gender: Female
Rank: Novice
Appearance: Black hair and green eyes, she wears her hair long and straight, with four small braids, two on either side of her head, and the rest of her hair flowing free. She arrives at the tower in her bright and colorful Tinker garb, long flowy ruffled skirts and light blouse. Shes about 5'3", slim and not overall petite looking, with an innocent, friendly face. Her eyes sparkle when she sees something new.
Personality: Curious, happy and optimistic, she sees the good in everything. Very peaceful, she follows the Way of the Leaf to a T, upholding the Tinker ideals of never causing harm or even touching a weapon of war. Not having much contact with those not of her kind, she is curious about strangers and people from different areas. Shes seen a lot of the world in her travelling caravan, but still is a bit naiive, as her people make it a point not to get too close to other tribes. Shes friendly though, believing everyone is like her people, peaceful and only wanting to live a happy life of song and dance, and of course seeking the Song.
History: Grew up in a Tinker caravan, her parents and older brother raising her in the Way of the Leaf. She lived a pretty peaceful life, learning the ways of peace and singing and dancing, she also became good at playing the flute. She had heard of other caravans being attacked and people killed, she had heard of wars and wickedness in the world of course, but it so far had not touched her life personally and so it seemed almost like a story to scare young children, almost like it wasnt real. Her caravan and family had been lucky and fortunate. Until one day her brother came down with a horrible sickness, he had a very high fever and coughed up blood regularly. They said he was close to death. Being very close to her brother, as he taught her how to play the flute and always watched out for her as she played in the surrounding fields, she was very distraught and felt like a part of her was dying with him. Feeling like there was nothing else she could do, she started playing his favorite song on the flute, and it was in these moments she started to channel for the first time, laying a healing weave upon him in her desire for him to live. He made a speedy recovery later that day to the shock of the others, and she had believed it was the work of her flute playing until an Aes Sedai came into the camp. She had been camping nearby when she had felt a woman channeling in the Tinker camp, and after a quick search discovered it was her. Her family didnt want anything to do with an Aes Sedai at first until the Aes Sedai calmly informed them that Ren is a wilder, and if she did not receive proper training at the white tower, she may die or cause others around her to, due to the fact that she doesnt yet know how to control her weaving. Seeing they had no choice, her family bid her goodbye, and she vowed she would return to the Tinker ways after her training. Though somehow both she and her family knew that she may never return.
Potential Ajah: Interested in Yellow for obvious reasons but also Blue and Brown appeal to her
Relationships: Open~
Other: She will refuse to do anything destructive or even so much as touch a sword. Though since shes very curious she will be a bit morbidly curious about the warders, having never seen a man wear a sword. Being a wilder, she has a block preventing her from weaving reliably. She can only weave if shes playing her flute, and the song and emotions it evokes manages what kind of weave it is. She will have to do some practice to work past this and weave normally without using her flute as a crutch.

[Outlaw JT]

On the bright side, she wouldn't know he was a tinker until she saw him dance. He doesn't even really know himself he was born a tinker. He was only 4, and barely that, when that life was taken from him. He remembers the songs and the dances (and might surprise you when he starts one of the woman's dances since he doesn't know any better) but little else except being around lots of laughter and music and bright colors.

[Asilynne]

That gives me some delicious ideas~ lol

Ok Im expecting at least two more sign ups from people that said they were interested, so this will start soon. In the meantime if you would like to make some npcs or second characters feel free, npcs can either be novices, accepted or warders in training, or they can be full Aes Sedai or Warders. Second characters can only be Novices or Warders in training however. Im going to try to start this on Tues since Im off work, so get them up soon and Ill be able to include your char in the opening post! Welcome to all the sign ups so far!

[Mystic_clown]

Here's an NPC Asi asked me to do.

Mistress Mirajane
Age: unknown
Gender: Female (duh)
Rank: Mistress of Novices
Ajah: Grey
Appearance: She appears as a slim, slightly attractive woman with a motherly air about her. Her hair is long and white while her eyes are a calm blue. She wears a simple white dress with a hood, decorated with bits of grey to show her ajah. While she normally walks around bare-footed, when outside she will wear some white shoes to protect her feet.
Personality: For the most part, Mirajane comes off as sweet and motherly, ready to help any of her girls when life gets a bit much for them. Strangely enough, despite this cheerful, friendly disposition, she’s known for giving out harsh punishments (cleaning the tower for a week and such), all while smiling brightly. She rarely gives out lashings, though these moment are ones when she’s not smiling (and those who were lashed do NOT want to relive the experience.
History: It cannot be said that Mirajane’s life was a rather spectacular one. She had acted as a diplomat for various kingdoms in the past before deciding to return to the tower and taking up the role of Mistress of Novices. Most novices tend to like her, due to her caring, motherly nature, but at the same time know not to cross her, since she’s also notorious for dishing out ridiculously harsh punishments, all while smiling cheerfully (at one point, she had a novice climb to the top of the tower to clean the roof).

[Asilynne]

Im giving everyone til Sunday to get their sign ups up, I believe I have a few more coming, if not then I will have to leave you out of the first post (which is a great way to get a head start on interaction if your in the first post) but you can still join as a LSU. Also any NPCs you would like to make (say, if youve signed up and you want it to start but youve been waiting on me) feel free to add some NPCs to the list above ^-^ just post here with the form. Thanks for your patience!

[ChobiChibi]

I'll be a manly man. William will defo be suitable for this, I just need to give him a new name really XD Won't take long.

[Patar]

Meh, why not? I'll join the fun.

Name: Kiren Tursch
Age: 16
Gender: Male
Rank: Apprentice Warders
Appearance: Since clothing is very lax in Shienar, he usually wears a simple tunic with pants. He has a good build from training after his incident and is 5'6" which is slightly shorter than people in his town. His eyes are a sharp green from his mother and his skin is tanned. His hair is jet black, long and is swept to the left. His shoes are just plain black boots. He doesn't enjoy being flashy but dresses nicely when required.
Personality: He is usually quiet but can speak up when he wants to. He enjoys doing outrageous stunts to impress people, specifically girls but knows his limits. He's not a guy you'd find in a corner. When he thinks he has a reputation and will do everything to keep it. You don't find him staring. You find him studying and observing which makes him less likely to mistakes. That's why Kiren usually never makes mistakes. But he is a short tempered.
History: Kiren's parents are divorced. His mother is a Domani while his father is a Shienaran. They met when Kiren's mother was traveling because she didn't want to live in Arad Doman anymore. When growing up, Kiren had always watched the men fight. He studied how the swords clashed and how to defend himself. One day, he witnessed a murder. A man wrapped in black clothing roamed the streets and killed anyone who didn't move out his way. Kiren watched as this man delivered death to others. He couldn't stand it. He snuck over to a dead man and took his sword. Kiren was educated. He was very smart and understood angles and physics. Aiming, he threw the sword in an arc, aimed at the deadly man's head. The man simply raised his sword and the thrown sword balanced on the tip. Two seconds later, it shattered. Kiren screamed. What was this man doing? He grabbed another dead man's sword and engaged into a fight with the mysterious man. Kiren felt a rush of power and he actually disarmed the man. Amazed, Kiren dropped his sword and passed out. When he regained conscious, he was lying in bed, his mother stroking his head. He asked what happened to the man. His mother looked at him strangely, telling him that a villager came by dropped him off with a sword. Kiren found the sword and swore that this sword would defend and purged of death. He has now been admitted as a Apprentice Warder.
Potential Ajah: n/a
Relationships: Open to anybody
Other: Since Kiren has gone trips with his mother, he is prone to girls and lovesick usually. He likes them. It's not his fault.

[Kuro Espeon]

I'll try to get a sign-up by Sunday. My brain isn't functioning in character-creation mode at the moment. XD

[Asilynne]

Approved Patar, looks very interesting ^-^

Bex and Sarah-- I look forward to seeing them ^-^ if you have any questions just ask ;D

[Dominus]

oooooohh.... can I make a full on Aes Sedai in an instructor position?

[Asilynne]

Do a sign up and PM it to me and Ill see how it looks ;D but if you do make an aes sedai instructor, Ill ask you to at least make an NPC novice to add to the npc list, since we only have one novice so far and thats me XD

[Ultimate Charizard]

Heres an NPC Asi convinced me to make since i had no ideas to join up with lol.

Name: Wystan Tate
Age: 17
Gender: Male
Rank: Apprentice Warder
Appearance: Small for his age, often mistook for a much younger boy. Has scruffy brown hair and blue eyes. He appears quite slight in build and the image is not helped that he prefers to wear quite baggy clothes. Typically a plain beige tunic and brown cloth pants. Is often seen with a stick of chalk or some other writing material behind his ear for scribbling on stone.
Personality: Hes a likeable kind of person but feels he is treated by most as that 'harmless younger brother' type. Pushed aside and ignored. Is frustrated that he seems overlooked and underestimated due simply to his build so constantly strives to outdo himself. He is competent with a blade but by no means a swordsman. He prefers the use of a Bow and is fairly accurate with it. He is also somewhat an inventor which is why he always keeps some form of writing implement on him. He seems to have an affinity and understanding with how things work, specifically simple mechanisms. Along with his father training him as a woodworker In his home villiage he had designed and built a more efficient water wheel to drive the mill by the time he was only 12. The bow he carries was crafted by himself and features a primitive pulley wheel system at either end, greatly increasing the power of the arrows he fires.
History: His skills were revered in his small viliage with a number of his inventions improving their way of life however it wasnt long untill some began to wonder if it wasnt something more than a simple talent. Some suspected him of having other worldly powers and it was suggested to send him for training in Tor Valon. He was reluctant to go, much prefering to keep working with his mechanisms rather than take up the sword but he was convinced that he had a calling. With trepidation he joined the ranks of the Apprentice Warders.
Relationships: None
Other: Has a habit of daydreaming if he sees something that gives him an idea, working out how his idea could evolve instead of concentrating with the task in hand.

[VirtualPlay]

Name: Kienna Li'alla
Age: 17
Gender: Female
Rank: Novice
Appearance: Kienna is 5'5" and rather slim, not having very much of a figure. Her skin is slightly tanned from the sun. Her dark blond hair is shoulder length, cut in layers with bangs she's growing out clipped to either side of her face. Her eyes are a bright amethyst, and are usually the first thing people notice about her.
Her clothing is fairly plain but with detailed accents. She wears a simple pale blue skirt which stops mid-shin which has a line of silver studs down each side. Her shirt is a strapless tube-style that wraps under her arms and reaches just past her skirt top; the shirt is white but the top hem is the same pale blue as her skirt. She wears soft white shoes that slide on and fasten with ribbon that wrap a few inches up her leg. She has a chain bracelet on each wrist made of silver with a circular charm that has an intricate design; she also wears a necklace with the same charm that hangs a couple inches above the upper hem of her top.
Personality: Kienna knows that hardships happen, but she is able to take a bright outlook on life because she knows that there will always be another day. Because of this she is almost never seen frowning, and always seems to cheer up anyone she's around. There are times she gets determined and set on doing something, but she's more focused than upset.
History: Kienna is the eldest of 3 girls, and her sisters currently are 13 (Mai'lyn) and 10 (Nessia). Their father ran away when she was 6 (for a reason he never revealed) just before Nessia was born and when Mai'lyn was only 2, so only Kienna really remembers him. Her mother (Biella) managed to move on for a few years, but by the time Kienna reached 12 she had to take up various odd jobs in the village to make ends meet. Her sisters would quite often help in any way they could, and eventually Mai'lyn got to the point where she could do her own jobs as well.
But with times changing, it wasn't quite enough to support 4 women in one home. This was why Kienna decided to leave for the White Tower, as Mai'lyn was capable of helping their mother for the 3 remaining women and perhaps her training would help them all in the long run.
Potential Ajah: Either Blue or Yellow
Relationships: None yet…open?
Other: Don't know enough yet…

[Outlaw JT]

NPCs:

Name: Li'Lendra
Age: claims to be 58 but looks no more than her early 30's with the Aes Sedai agelessness in full effect.
Gender: Female?
Rank: Aes Sedai
Description: She wears clothing befitting a woman of court in Shienar. Her hair is styled in Shienaran fashion, auburn in color with subtle red highlights. She carries herself very well. She's capable and often does walk as a Lady of high court but has been known to walk with the heavy gait of an off-duty soldier. She actually does exercises with her Warder and on occasion will spar with the recruits with practice blades. She is in exceptional shape and while not a woman of striking allure she is of fair beauty and she gives off an approachable air when she's not in a foul mood (which usually only forms from a prolonged conversation with a Red). She wears he green shawl always except when exercising. She is not modest or shy in the least but is always careful and behaving appropriately for the setting.
History: She is from a lesser noble house in Shienar. Her potential for channeling was made evident when she was six and she was sent to the tower with pride immediately. She wasn't one of the best but she was better than average with The One Power. Having a bit of the warrior and a bit of the wanderer in her she set out and traveled as soon as she was a full sister. Her earliest such adventurers were less than flawless. She realized she needed a Warder and so upon returning home she set out to find one. She settled on a young Shienaran soldier with great promise. The young man was honored and agreed without thought. The pair have traveled around ever since, returning to Tar Valon once every seven months or so for a few months.
Ajah: Green. She is a proud member of the Battle Ajah
Relationships: She has a friendly rivalry with the Mistress of Novices as they were both up for the position (although Li'Lendra didn't really want it). She is the Aes Sedai who brought Tahl'Atri to the tower. She is aware of most of the novices and accepted as she occasionally serves as a tutor regarding elemental weaves.
Other:

Name: Eldar Sumen
Age: 39
Gender: Male
Rank: Warder
Appearance: Eldar is a strongly built man of average height. His hair is black and done up in a typical Shienaran top knot. His clothing matches the fashion of Shienaran soldiers. At his hip he keeps sheathed a heron mark sword. On his back he often bares a round shield bearing a black bear against a green background. He has a gruff air about him and carries himself like a disciplined soldier except when in the private company of those close to him. He almost always wears his Warder's cloak, like a badge of honor.
Personality: He is a serious man and a soldier through and through. He is well disciplined and is careful with his words. Aside from the occasional of-hand remark he usually censures himself very carefully and only says exactly what he means to. He has a fair sense of humor for a soldier but usually only a fellow soldier will follow it.
History: He grew up as a promising soldier in the service of Lord Agelton in Fal Dara. When an Aes Sedai came calling for a Warder, he was one of the soldiers who volunteered and he was chosen. The two became fast friends and have had numerous adventures since. They seem to keep a very friendly and open relationship. They have been known both to share each others bed and to separately share their beds with others. They are both fairly discreet and careful about both.
Relationships: He is Li'Lendra's Warder and is one of the few Warders recognized as a Blademaster. He occasionally offers himself to teach or spar with the recruits.
Other: Anything else? Little quirks, phobias etc.

[Dominus]

Name: Antara Chimera
Age: 68
Gender: Male or Female?
Rank: Green Aes Sedai
Appearance: She is almost 6 feet tall, bearing an elegant demeanor, but one that is ready for action, like a tiger. She dresses oddly for an Aes Sedai, while her green clothes are as fine as any might wish for, her tunic and skirt are fairly plain, and underneath, she secretly wears pants. Her hair is dark, and usually pulled back into a pony tail, and she has blue eyes. Of course, the single most jarring elements of her appearance are the large number of very fine scars she bears, most of them on her arms, though there's a notable one across her right cheek, as well, she wears a Heron marked sword on her hip.
Personality: Antara Sedai is bold, confident, strong, and extremely non-traditional for an Aes Sedai. She takes her duty as one who safeguards against the forces of the dark one very seriously, and feels all the politicking of the rest of the Aes Sedai to be 'Thrice Blasted Foolishness'. In fact, she goes out of her way to spend as much time as possible away from the Tower.
History: Antara was, long ago, born in the kingdom of Malkier, before it was consumed by the Blight, and was found to be gifted, and traveled to the Tower at the tender young age of 10. Hearing of the loss of her country was a highly scarring experience, and caused her to end up choosing the Green Ajah. Additionally, once she attained the Shawl, she immediately began to spurn most Tower traditions, causing a large degree of turmoil before she departed with her three warders to aid the Borderlands. This has produced, within the Borderlands, a very high degree of esteem for her, and to the consternation of other Aes Sedai, an occasional mixup when they ask if they'd join them in forays against shadowspawn. Over the pasty fourty or so years she has gone through no less than six warders, all of whom have died, in battle, within the Blight. She was recalled to the tower by order of the Amyrlin a year ago, to do a secret penance by teaching accepted and novice classes, after the most recent three had all died in the same expedition into the Blight. She has spent the time both recuperating from the backlash of losing the three, as well as instructing both some accepted classes, as well as aiding the occasional warder training session, much to the chagrin of her fellows.
Ajah: Green
Other:


NPC:

Name: Talia Arien
Age: 16
Gender: Female
Rank: Novice
Appearance: Bearing dark hair pulled back in a ponytail and brilliant green eyes, she is no more than five feet tall, and overall quite petit. She wears the novice white without shame, or chagrin, or even pride, but more as a fact, and her bearing shows it.
Personality: Talia seems very.... unemotional, doing things matter of factly and generally showing as little outward emotion as possible. She doesn't hold with gossip, and is very studious, but at the same time, isn't afraid to stick her nose in and correct others.
History: Talia is from Tear, and was essentially purchased from her parents(more taken at sword point with a bag of money left behind) shortly after her birth, to be the subject of a mad noble's idea of literally raising people for specific purposes, in her case, a records keeper/advisor. This was, however, ruined when she first tapped into the One Power, and prevented him from having another 'subject' beaten, having gotten rebellious due to having been exposed to so many unnecessary concepts due to her intended duties. She was, as is the Tairen tradition, then sent upriver to Tar Valon as a foul witch.
Potential Ajah: Brown, White, or Grey
Relationships:
Other: She has a minor block as well, being reliant upon writing the concept of what she's trying to do in order to weave.

[Outlaw JT]

Name: Elya Daneiri
Age: 18
Gender:Female
Rank: Novice
Appearance: Elya is on the short side at only 5'4" but the wise don't underestimate her because of it. She has wavy shoulder length strawberry hued dark hair. Her complexion is close to that of the Ebou Dari but slightly more pale. Elya is astrikingly beautiful and there's a mischievousness to her expressions. She is always smiling and has the look of someone who is always thinking on something, though not always seriously. She dutifully wears her novice dress but whenever she can get away with it she wears it clipped to above the knee on one side as the fashion in Ebou Dar. There is a mischievous fire in her emerald eyes.
Personality: Elya is a fun-loving misfit and a troublemaker and just about everyone knows it. Of course, just about no one has found a way to prove it. Not even the Mistress of Novices. In her three year stay she's only been caught at mischief once. Everyone suspects she is responsible for numerous unsolved pranks but she is quite adept at not leaving evidence or witness. She's the girl the other novices/accepted turn to when they want something or wish a slight by a fellow novice/accepted repaid. She is friendly and filled beyond the brim with energy. She has the personality of an Ebou Dari woman to her very core. She loves dueling and is quite capable with a thin blade or a dagger.
History: Elya was actually born in Amadicia of all places. When she was only 6, though, her mother discovered her potential for channeling. Before anyone else could find out she moved them to Ebou Dar. There she grew up as a casual misfit and a bit of a feminine rogue. She took odd jobs to help the family but never seemed capable of keeping one for some dispute or other with her bosses. A couple years ago a woman there recognized her talent for channeling when Elya used it to win a duel with a large loutish fellow who splashed mud on her dress accidentally and refused to apologize. The woman sent word to the Aes Sedai and they came for her. She went reluctantly to better learn to control her channeling as it didn't always listen to her.
Potential Ajah: Green or Blue most likely.
Relationships: open to suggestions.
Other: She has a minor occasional block. Sometimes she can channel freely at will. Sometimes she needs to have a thin blade or a dagger in hand to be able to channel.

[Asilynne]

Looks great JT!

Ok, sorry for all the delays in this one, I will most likely have to start without sarah >.< The next days for me are full of work, school and general requirements to be out of the house so Im not sure when Ill be able to sit down and start it, but at the very latest it will start by this coming Tues. I promise itll be well worth the wait and thanks for your patience!

[Asilynne]

Lounge topic is now opened for business (thank you Roy for moving it for me!) *cuts ribbon*

[Asilynne]

A quick message to let everyone with a player character know:

If you havent yet posted in the RPG (which has started btw XD) you have a week to do so before your character is made into an NPC. Also, if anyone wants to post as one of the npcs they are free to, and if they would like to claim an npc as their own personal character all they have to do is post as that char and post here to claim it. Once a week starting this week Ill review the posts for the week and give out Weaves/Form masteries to people who earn it through posting in the rpg and here.
Hope everyone has fun and if you have any ideas for me or anyone definately share!

[Asilynne]

She comes, she comes...
The Watcher of the Seals. The Flame of Tar Valon.
The Amyrlin Seat...

Its time to distribute Weaves and Forms! What weave/form and how powerful it is will depend on many factors, how often you posted, the character development/interaction in your posts, and plot value to name a few. You can also consider this a roll call, post here in any manner you wish so I know you have seen your new power. Any powers you receive every week can be used in your posts, and you may find some will come in handy as the plot develops!

But before we get to the rewards the Amyrlin Seat has decided the following characters are now npcs:

Kienna Li'alla (Virtualplay)
Kiren Tursch (Patar)

You guys can reclaim your characters by posting as them, otherwise anyone is free to post as these characters if you want.
Now to the fun stuff. First the Accepted will step forward.

Wynth de Luun: Posted once, intro'd her characters personality well, leading a class of npcs and pcs. Due to being 'forced' to be a teacher, a position she doesnt hate but is sometimes annoyed by, Wynth has learned how to keep an unruly student silent by discovering the weave of Binding. Using flows of air, she can hold a students mouth shut, or bind a students hand to their side, but needs more practice before full binding is possible.

Esyllt Teardhrin: Posted once, great backstory, ajah affiliation and character mentioning. Having spent a good amount of her free time in the Warder Courtyard and around the Green Ajah, she has seen and learned the weaves for the Warder Bond This weave allows an Aes Sedai to bond a Warder, as described in the beginning of this thread. Though she has seen it she had been strictly forbidden to use it on a man until she has been made a full Aes Sedai.

Now, the Novices may step forward.

Elya Daneiri: Posted once, a bit of insight into the characters personality. Due to her penchant for mischief and exploration, she knows the interior of the White Tower very well, and can accurately find her way to where she wants to go, with a good chance of not being caught by Aes Sedai. This is also how she was able to find a forbidden place such as the Warder's Courtyard so well.

Ren Da'shain {{If anyone wants to do her since shes my character please do, I want to keep it fair XD}}

The Apprentice Warders step forward.

Tahl'Atri: Posted twice, good intro, a few plot mysteries alluded to, very slight interaction. His confidence returning at being outside and able to practice allows him to master Cat Crosses the Courtyard, a walk giving off the air of confidence and danger. His practice beside the Novice class, fluid and smooth like water, becomes Water Flows Downhill, a low, flowing strike that appears slower than it actually is, catching the opponent off guard and forcing them to expose their upper half should they parry.

Vitch Nyora: Posted twice, ok intro, some personality shown, included NPC in post. Gave his character a weakness, which is always a good thing. Due to his lack of confidence and strength, Vitch has been forced out of his desire to not be hit to accidently learn Unfolding the Fan. This form can unsheathe the sword and stroke at the same time. Can also be used if caught off guard or in an awkward position. While he is unsure of what to do in battle, he unwittingly masters The Wood Grouse Dances, a tentative series of short slashes, thrusts, and parries, usually from a stationary point. Used to feel out an enemy.

And finally, even a Aes Sedai must step forward.

Antara Chimera: Posted once, good intro, included PC and NPCs, revealed some history and personality. From her connections both in the Warder camp and with other Aes Sedai, she learns that many of the Ajah Sitters have been meeting with each other unofficially recently, making use of her also recent discovery of an Undetectable Eavesdrop Weave. Allows her to eavesdrop with the power on unshielded conversations without a channeler being aware.


Thats all for this week, if you have any questions just ask. Please also make use of this topic to help each other with character interactions, since everyone will benefit from it!

You may also have noticed no NPCs were included in receiving powers. Only player characters may, but if you post using an npc it will give you an extra boost towards gaining new powers for your char. If you wish to have a certain NPC gain powers, please post here stating you are making that npc one of your player characters and they will start to receive new powers as well.

The Amyrlin Seat will return next week! Until then, happy posting!

[Mystic_clown]

Vitch mastering sword techniques? Is the world coming to an end!? Nah, just kidding. I like how you gave him techniques that suited his way of 'fighting'.

[Asilynne]

;D Im glad you approve! Thats how its going to be for everyone, how and what and how often you post will determine the strength, type and nature of what you are given ^.^

[Dominus]

*joking* Ren should totally end up with a weave that burns things to a crisp! by accident!

[Asilynne]

XD I think Sie's char beat me to that already lol

[Crazy Elf Boy]

Name: Reens Aden
Age: 20
Gender: Male
Rank: Apprentice Warder
Appearance: Reens is slightly more built then someone of his background should be, standing at 6’2” has short blond hair with dark hazel eyes. His skin is slightly tanned and covered in a numerous amounts of cuts and scars from accidents gone wrong. He normally wears his apprentice warder attire but sometimes he likes to slip into clothes of his own making. These clothes usually make him blend into his surroundings as to make him unnoticed. These clothes are a light grey colour making them very unimpressive but effective at their job.
Personality: Reens is a kind man but is subjected to small fits of rage which go against his heritage (or do they?) But besides these he is normally a calm and collected person, quiet maybe. But this silence was a product of his childhood. These fits of rage usually only come out when someone he believes is important to him.
History: Reens comes from what you could call a fractured childhood this mostly due to the fact his father was a warrior from Saldea, while his mother is one of the Tuatha'an. This opposing dichotomy of heritages has almost torn Reens apart and has caused him many problems throughout his childhood. Even though he has never met his father he knows that from him he inherited his bloodlust. As a child Reens used to play with the other Tuatha'an children but one day his rage got the better of him and during this rage he punched one of the other children. This event sparked much argument over wether he should be allowed to stay within the confines of the caravan he belonged to, how could such violence be permitted among the Tuatha'an. After much talk among the others it was finally decided that he would be allowed to stay but his contact with others would be quite limited. This led him into a slight depression, he was only a kid and the rest of the people around him saw him as a beast. During the rest of his childhood his solitude gave him a chance to become better at his trade, he learned how to repair things and even build some of his own. He managed to craft a wooden sword of his own wanting to learn how to control his inner rage. Through years of silently sneaking away from the caravan for brief moments he managed to teach himself slowly how to wield a sword. Then when he heard of the White Tower and what opportunities it could hold for him, he left his caravan under the cover of darkness and eventually found himself at the gates of the tower. Thinking that he could use his rage for the powers of good rather then evil and for something or someone to cure his loneliness.
Relationships: Open
Other: Solitude used to be his only friend, now it has become his mortal enemy. (In other words he doesn’t like being alone even though he is drawn to it.)

[Asilynne]

Approved, looks really good elf ^-^ you can post anytime now, Ive added you to the list ^-^

[Crystal Tears]

We can't have Ren falling behind in class can we? Ren has learned a music weave using her flute known as The Sparrow's Song. When she plays the magical number, small birds come to her. (This is of course, cuz no one came up with a spell..)

Tis was approved by Asi. :3

[ChobiChibi]

My character :3
Name: Jalini La'Kallan, but calls herself Saril (reason explained below)

Age: 16

Gender: Female

Rank: Novice

Appearance: Saril is a very beautiful young lady, with a slim and toned figure. Her skin is evenly tanned, probably quite dark compared to most of the other girls, without a single blemish in sight. Her hair is very long, almost long enough to sit on, very wavy and healthy looking. It's very dark brown, with the exception of a few lighter highlights from her time in the sun. Her eyes seem to change colour between shades of blue and green, never seeming to settle. She's about average height for a girl her age, around 5'6''. As for clothing, Saril wears this dress. Strangely, it covers her arms, which hides the tattoos that her country are so famous for. They run from the back of her hands and over her shoulders, where the patterns trail off towards her torso. The patterns represent the wind and water that her people rely on to survive. She wears quite a lot of jewellery, especially in her ears. These hang from her earlobes, with two smaller silver hoops higher up. The gems on the hoops are aqua in colour, though, not red. Around her right ankle are a few thin, silver bangles, and the left ankle has a single thin silver chain. The only odd piece of jewellery (at least for her culture) is a small sea shell hung on a piece of string around her neck. She won't take any of this off and if you tried to, she'd probably bite you...

Personality: Saril's actually quite a calm girl, despite her constant protesting of being carted off to the White Tower. She's normally laid back, taking time to enjoy life, but takes her studying quite seriously. She's not a push over though and will probably make every attempt at escaping. She's not at all self-conscious, in fact she loves the attention of others, especially the passing stares from the wandering eyes of men. She enjoys teasing them, especially the land folk, since she never left the ship, it was great fun to flirt with them, but now that she's surrounded by them, she's rather uncomfortable. Don't expect her to understand any cultural differences between races, because as far as she's concerned, you're all land dwellers and therefore the same. She's very good at bargaining and getting her own way, a trait shared by most of her people, and will learn to use this to her advantage. It will take her a while to settle, if she does at all, but will try not to push people away and make friends with them because if she's stuck there, she will be very lonely if she didn't make friends, and she hates being alone.

History: Saril is from Atha'an Miere, a group of people that live on ships and islands in the Sea of Storms. She is the daughter of the Windfinder to the Mistress of the Ships and is expected to do well as a Windfinder and progress to this level when she is older. She's the equivalent to a novice, I suppose, upon her ship, but is possibly more advanced and closer to gaining a higher rank, since she is well practised as a Windfinder. She is particularly good with the wind and water elements, as this is what they practise in order to direct the ships safely.
She enjoyed life at sea, never leaving the ship in fear that she would be found by the Aes Sedai and forced into training. Unfortunately, the last time they docked to trade, she decided to go ashore in an attempt to conquer her fear of the land, but was discovered and kidnapped, taking her off to the White Tower. She was unaware of her destination at the time, but as they got closer and she realised, she began to protest, but to no avail. She's just about to arrive, and she's not very happy about it...
Saril is her Salt Name, a name given to her only a few years ago, as with their customs. She uses this name in the White Tower as she does not want to bring any disgrace to her family. It means “running water”.

Potential Ajah: I'm thinking blue or brown. Cos she's a bit of both... We'll see how it goes.

Relationships: None at all.

Other: Doesn't particularly like small spaces, or the idea of being confined. She's so used to the open sea and the ability to go pretty much where she pleases that the White Tower is a complete culture shock to her; this is honestly the first time she's been on dry land.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atha'an_Miere This was useful to read if you want to understand more :3

[Asilynne]

Very much approved Bex thats so awesome ^v^ I cant wait to see your chars entrance XD

yay thanks sie ^v^!!!

[Crystal Tears]

Alrighty, second char... Not an NPC.. Not really. Though I probably won't post as him as much as I will Wynth...

Name: Bredan Avari or 'Sil'
Age: 21
Gender: Male
Rank: Apprentice
Appearance: 6 foot, with white-blond hair and a spotless complexion. His eyes are a soft, serene silver colouration that quite capturing to all who look upon them (and odd, often provoking questions). That being said, the rest of his features are also quite attractive, he's spent years at the tower training to become a Warder, so his body is toned and built (though more athletic then pure power). He stands with perfect posture most of the time, and almost seems soldier-like in aura. His expression is usually neutral, and in training it's critical and decisive. That's not saying he's made of stone, he'll smile and chuckle (maybe even relax) when the time's right. Of course, no matter what he's doing, no one can deny that darkness that seems to emanate from him at times, especially in heated, aggressive combat. He wears dark clothing. In fact everything on him is black or a very dark grey, including his fancy trench-coat that has a high collar, it can hide about half his face if he wants. But he doesn't wear it unless it's cold out. Other wise he's in a tank top like shirt, black trousers and boots.
Personality: Unusually quiet, not many can say much about Sil. People who do talk to him say he's a great listener, but not much else. When fighting, people say he takes on a darker persona, and seems extremely focused.
Weapon: His weapon is something that seems to mean a great deal too him. It's a cruel looking, double ended sword. It's hilt inbetween the two blades is burnt and charred black from fires, while the blades are almost a rust colour that are stained red (from years of murdering helpless people), and have deep groves in the edge giving it the cruel appearance of a saw. What's unique (and unknown) about the weapon is that it can split at the middle of the handle, effectively giving the apprentice two swords so he can change tactics.
History: Bredan doesn't talk about his past (Or much of anything... see other), though if he could, he probably wouldn't go to mentioning how his mother and sister were torn apart before him. Evil men came down on his family when he was very young, they raped and murdered his only family in front of his eyes before they kidnapped him. Bredan spent three years in a bandit camp (a camp, with notably, little to no honour), he was taught to be brutal and sadistic, something that his mind seemed eager to grasp as he still couldn't properly deal with what he saw. The bandits called him Sil, as he never spoke a word to anyone, and for the most part kept to himself. Those three years taught him an unorthodox, misleading and yet horribly inhumane way of slaughtering opponents. When a freak accident (involving a lot of fire...) destroyed his new 'family', he was found by a passing Aes Sedai and Warder, who, not knowing of the boy's past crimes, took him to the tower. He's been at the tower since he was 14, and in all those years, has never spoken a WORD to anyone.
Relationships: Probably knows a lot of people, but doesn't speak to them...
Other: Bredan is mute, he also can't write. His style of fighting is very unpredictable and cruel, he doesn't go for the straight kill. Rather he enjoys playing with his prey, some might've noticed this after the years. He only knows how to write two things, 'Sil' and 'Bredan'. Most likely, everyone calls him Sil.