Tatiana Ainsworth
The Dancing Witch
Basics
name Tatiana Ainsworth
alias Dancing Witch, Heiri Sakurai
age Early Twenties
pronouns She/her
species Hyune
birthdate 01/09
sexuality Demisexual
class(es) Dancer, Scholar
Tatiana's Pendant
height 4'10"
weight 109 ponze
eyes Emerald Green
hair Chocolate Brown
scars Line on her chest over her heart, claw marks on her back
languages 'Eorzean', Gelmorran, Basic Doman [She has an almost Sharlayan accent]
ethnicity Alexandrian
voiceclaim Kjera... Actor: Sarah Ovens
Biography Foreign, otherworldly, ethereal. Many words grace the girl fallen from the heavens. Living a whimsical life; a princess, a sweetheart, a sinner. Her hands are bloodied but her smile demands your attention.
She was there to see the start of war from a tender age, following along in her father's footsteps. Until she was forced down a different path. She couldn't let her fate be decided for her, could she? And thus she set out to change it like sand slipping through the spaces between one's fingers. Fleeting and desperate. She would seclude herself to her keep, a proper "princess in the tower" as she toiled away on arcanima suited to turn the tides of war. But her greed found her all too quickly.She was met with that moment where a gust of wind or the rumbling sky at the edge of the war zone passed through her, when suddenly-- she felt different. Restless, longing, aching for a place that did not exist. The statically charged air tingled and dug beneath the skin, calling forth the magicks she had collected in study. For a moment she felt ancient and powerful and lonely. She had forgotten something important; but she remembered she was alive. And that meant some part of her would be everlasting. A fool, she fell from the pedestal she was placed upon.And like a falling star, she would come hurdling to the Black Shroud below. Having forgotten her terrible deeds. Forgotten that for a moment her hands brushed with a God's. Forgotten who she was. Save the longing feeling to return home, and the looming guilt in the back of her mind. Yet still, her smile demands your attention
Hooks
Rumor Mill
| "Some say she fell from the sky like a falling star. Hadn't you heard? The land where it happened is expected to grow bountiful for the next seven years." | An aetherical event over the Shroud had been recorded, The 'Hyur' said to have fallen from the sky with no memory. Scholars, chirurgeons, and alchemists had flocked at the chance to investigate. Were you one of the lucky researchers to exam the hyur or the area? |
| "I've seen it with my own eyes. She danced circles around these men and summoned forth a beast!" | Known through the lands as the Dancing Witch, her performances are often sought after and praised. Though her aetherical weaving can be terrifying to those unaware of her abilities. Had you witnessed a show? Or are you seeking her as a patient? |
| "An up and coming Gelmorra, that one. She's started making pommanders I heard. I'm hesitant to try them." | Within her shoppe, Tatiana had began creating pommanders. Both mundane and magical. Are you in need of a pommander for spells? Or perhaps wondering what that sweet aroma on her person is? Either way the thought has captivated you and you must know more. |
| "I almost mistook her for Royalty. She carries herself with such grace and have you seen the crowd she surrounds herself with...?" | Like a canary in a cage, Tatiana often finds herself wanting for adventure. Treated like a princess by those around her, and certainly playing into the role on occasion. There is no shortage of knight or guard of some sort in her presence to shield her from harms way. |
Rp Ideas
"Oops! Sorry, I didn't see you there!"
busy, busy, busy. Rushing along a beaten path by way of magick broom, or running along the city streets, This woman has deliveries to make! And she just so happened to bump into you on accident. Sorry! She's stronger than she looks, that probably hurt some, but was probably just as comedic seeing a barely 5' Hyune bounce off of you like a tennis ball."This color... it's very vibrant. Oh- excuse me... is this coming from you?"
You've found yourself falling prey to the Dancing Witch. The crystal at her side changes colors dependent on the ambient emotional energy around her and it has picked up a rather vibrant hue! Be it joy or sorrow, contentment or heartbreak, there is no hiding your true emotions from this one. Will you need magicks from the woman? Or will she simply congratulate you on your joys? (See button below for more information)"I'm sorry, what does that mean? I'm not from around here..."
Strange... You've noticed her around but she doesn't quite fit in. Her appearance resembles that of an aristocrat, and her accent is strikingly similar to those who hail from Sharlayan. She's clearly foreign in some aspect but it's difficult to place a specific origin on her. She sticks out like a sore thumb in the crowd, and perhaps that has drawn your attention."Oh, that's right. I remember you from the guild."
For better or worse, you remained in the Hyune's memory from when she was taking residence in the Conjurer's guild in Gridania. Friendly classmates, scorned rivals, or even just someone she met in passing, your actions were at the very least memorable enough that she could pick you out from the crowd."I'd much prefer if you stopped staring. I want nothing to do with you."
Poor, sweet Tatiana. She has a tendency to attract the darker corners of this world, whether she wishes to or not. Demons and twisted creatures are never far from her shadow. Maybe it's the innocence that draws them in? Maybe it's because she's so easily manipulated to speak through cursed pacts? Regardless the case, you've noted the void-tainted scars that hold her captive. There are mumbled words and unseen hands that carress her. A gilded collar and chain wrap sweetly around her, and she is reluctant to be released.
Quick hooks
Alchemical interests and talks of potions, Rumors or visitations of strange locations such as the Kugane Night Market. Info Brokers; if you've information on local happenings you've surely caught this hyur's attention. Alexandria pre-assimilation; information on the Kingdom of Alexandria before it turned to relying on souls and appearing in Tural. Demons, voidsent, elementals- all of which fall under a peculiar interest to the woman. Aetherical magicks, Crystals, the occassional grave robbing for spells. Dances, court balls, theater, or even random street performances, if you play music or dance, it's easy to see the woman beam and join in. Scent of the void, strange shadows and whispers, looking at her is like looking at a scarred patient; something has left her scarred and tainted. A patient of hers from her time in using the Kriegstanz, you've seen her work her magick and she's exorcised a Ba'al from you in the past be it distant or recent. A knight, seeking to aid the young lady or protect her; she always seems to have someone guarding her and at times she finds herself alone, she looks like she could use a shield.
Extras
Epithet Lady, Chiisana Mahou, Tiny dancer, Dancing Witch, Tati, Titi, Ta
fighting Styles Muay Thai, Combative dance, Machination, Arcanistry
Aether type Wind
| Magic | Dps | Tank |
|---|---|---|
| WHM | DNC | GNB |
| RDM | MNK | |
| SCH | MCH |
Misc. Details
Smaller than average, she's rather short for a Hyune and it shows; Assistance with reaching tall shelves, hiding in places unreachable, it earned her the nickname of 'Tiny Dancer'. From a distant star in a distant past. She's not from Eorzea. The owner of a shoppe hidden well within the shroud; Mysterious doors pop up on occassion, leaving openings to those who wish to stop by. Though if you are adept in aether, perhaps you can find the shoppe in your travels. Too accepting for her own good. Holding grudges and treating others crudely was never in her wheelhouse; She has strange friends in even stranger places. Nothing cuter than a carbuncle; She has a soft spot for the familiars and adores them with all her heart. she collects carbuncle themed knick-knacks and will never pass up the oppurtunity to pet one should she get the chance. Not as innocent as she seems, She's created monsters and harmed far more than she realizes. Lady of a long forgotten house; She was destined to be the next matriarchal heir within her family until she took her fate into her own hands, and ultimately wiped her memory clean. A blooming adventurer with a name that spreads through rumors, both good and bad. She's known as the 'Dancing Witch' and can be seen taking up commisions within guilds along with wandering the roads. her favored path to travel; The Shroud.
Short Stories
Playlist
OOC
rule 001. No Meta or Power gaming! This means if you don't have the ic knowledge, don't use your OOC knowledge to compensate! take it as an ic oppurtunity to learn, and remember all actions done to someone's character should be an attempt unless they express otherwise is alright. rule 002. LGBTQ+ Friendly! I am part of the lgbt community myself, and prefer to have positive interactions. While I understand it's not everyone's cup of tea, please be respectful and keep your negativity to yourself. the same goes for politics and religious topics! best kept to yourself, for all parties involved when it comes to IRL topics
rule 003. TRIGGER WARNINGS, please use warnings in the event something very bad occurs.This is due to irl mental health and the preference to keep myself out of situations and environments that may cause bad habit relapses. I will decide if it's best for me to stay or 'skip' said scenario's details. if a 'skip' is done, an overview of the scenario is all that's needed. No bloody details. rule 004. If you don't know what is okay and what's not in rp? simply ask! we're all adults. That being said try to keep rp friendly. 21+ is my personal preference
⟡ Thank you for reading through my rp and ooc rules! I can't wait to hang out and spend time together, be it for rp, running content like treasure maps or savage dungeons, or more!
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Ba'als
The Lords and Ladies of Pathos
Ba'al; Noun; A 'lord' or 'owner' presiding over specific domains in energy known as 'Dynamis'.
What Is A Ba'al?
On the subject of emotions; "Pathos And Dynamic Energy; Chapter 8, section 2.51; Lords And Ladies Of Pathos" Written by Tatiana Ainsworth. The quill clinks against the inkwell as it comes to rest. The Dancing Witch reading over her work.What Is A Ba'al?
Ba'als are demons who serve under higher classed entities known as 'Blasphemies'. Their purpose remains to be seen in full, save they exist solely to feast upon the emotions of others, and sway the humane form to change in drastic measures. Often associated with negative emotions, Ba'als reside over a wide range of emotional reactions. Fear, joy, pain, love. If it can be felt, a Ba'al will certainly be drawn to the location.Often found within areas where higher populations reside, Ba'als, which from here on out shall be referred to as demons¹; may afflict singular targets or larger groups. Spreading influence and changing the behaviors of their victims to suite that of domain they are ruling.Example: A man is overcome with anger. Rather than the emotion working itself out over time, a demon comes in to play and whispers below the skin to further incite the feeling. The anger turns to rage that lasts a day, two days, three-- growing more volatile as the days go on. Eventually, the victim loses control of their actions. Body moving in strange and uncontrolled ways, acting out in fits that may in course turn violent, harmful to self and others. This is the second stage of affliction known as the 'Totentanz' and is a telltale sign that the victim is nearing the end of their rope.Ba'al Hierarchy
There are three ranks of demons in which Ba'als are categorized. From higher to lower rung, Ba'als rank as follows;
Blasphemies > Ba'als > Terminus
Not to account for neighbors², in which they reside over an adjacent domain.Blasphemies are thus named for the apparent offense against the image of gods, holding sway over a specific realm of emotion, and thus employing Ba'als to spread their influence in full to victims who are easily overwhelmed. Turning them into lesser demons known as 'Terminus' from which there is no known salvation save merciful death.The Lords and Ladies of Pathos rank fifteen in number all together, and while they may be defeated, will always find way to return. existing so long as there is emotion. They may be exorcised via a mix of ceremonial dance and prayer; a combination of step and arcane incantation known as the "Kriegstanz" to which the nature of it's spellwork is well gate-kept, often disguised nowadays as simple performances.Simple rules must be followed when dealing with a Ba'al.
- Never let your emotions get the better of you
-Stay focused and unwavering in your steps
- Never face a Ba'al alone.
Emotions
Heiri carries with her a crystal that changes color based on the emotion that is most prevelant at the time, and shines brighter the closer she gets to the source of said emotion. If you wish to have your emotions displayed; or to take place in an rp involving a Ba'al, simply send a tell or a whisper!