Name: IshkharaAge: 25
Nameday: 3550.07.09
Sex: Female
Sexual Orientation:
Weyr: High Reaches Weyr
Rider Rank: Wingrider
Previous Rank/Craft: None
Physical Description:
Pale-skinned, lilac-eyed and light-haired, Ishkhara was blessed with luscious curves that she enjoys accenting with clothing that complements her figure and skin tone. She will occasionally dye her hair on a whim, and when she does so gravitates towards fanciful colors. She is of fairly average height, just under 5'7".
Personality:
A people person in every sense of the phrase, Ishkhara thrives in company, whether she is the center of attention or just a quiet support. She is outgoing enough to be comfortable in most situations, but without the self-importance that might drive one to seek the spotlight or anything more than she really deserves. Though she knows herself and her wants too well to simply be a doormat, she is ultimately a people-pleaser, but to a reasonable extent; she won't let just anyone run roughshod over her, use her or take something dear to her, but she will do what she can within reason to ensure that others are seen to and happy. She will think little of giving up her seat or her bubblypie, or of being the shoulder to cry on or source of advice. She likes the company and companionship that being a helper brings, even if it gives her less time for herself or her own pursuits. Any time in the company of friends is well-spent.
Ishkhara has never been one to strive for recognition or towards some higher purpose; she is content to live her life, whatever that happens to bring her way. Growing up in a Weyr, the greatest dream she really had was to be a rider, and with that achieved, she simply wants to be a good rider - and more importantly, a good wingmate. She will be keenly aware of everything that goes on around them during drills and Threadfall, always with an eye for keeping not only herself and Keyrarath out of trouble, but those in proximity to them. Her worst nightmare would be to cause harm to someone else, whether directly or indirectly.
While very conscious of personal space, and of the fact that everyone has very different boundaries and thresholds, she is a very tactile person, and will be openly affectionate with anyone who allows it. And if physical affection happens to be what someone needs for comfort or cheering up, she will happily give that, too, no strings attached. Strings will be difficult for her, when it comes to relationships; she might be a fast friend for life, and will certainly never shy away from being friends with benefits, but something about being committed to one love for always and forever gives her cold feet. Confront her with the prospect and she is guaranteed to run.
If she'd not Impressed after the return of Thread, she'd likely have drifted off with her dragon to have whatever adventures the wind took them to, free to do as they pleased and burdened by no pressing responsibilities. Though the helper in her has embraced the duty of fighting, a part of her will always be intimidated, and wistful for a time when they could have lived in peace. None but Keyrarath will know that, deep down, Ishkhara is truly afraid of what could happen to them and to those they care for; unwilling to burden others with her own troubles, she will bottle up anything less than positive and keep it to herself, presenting a calm face and a steady smile no matter what turmoil might lie beneath.
Positive Trait List sociable, easygoing, people-pleaser
Negative Trait List unambitious, commitment-phobe, denies negative emotions
History:
Ishkhara is a very run-of-the-mill weyrbrat in all respects. She was the product of a goldflight, born to young woman at the end of her Candidacy and who chose to leave after her daughter was born, as in the meantime she had aged out and preferred not to linger. And so Ishkhara was creche-raised, and was an easy child to look after and teach. As she got older, she proved to be a natural hand at helping with the other children, and could often be found smoothing over conflicts or kissing a skinned elbow to make it better, or loaning out her favorite toy if someone else was having a nightmare.
Like so many weyrbrats before her, she became a Candidate once she was of age, and as ever was an easy keeper, attending to all of her chores and lessons and helping others when they needed it. She was not an ounce of trouble, but no amount of effort or good behavior can guarantee a dragon, and she stood for clutch after clutch Turn after Turn, with no success. By the time she reached her twenties, she had started to worry. Maybe she was destined to just age out, like her mother. But in the end, she didn't, nor did she cut it as close as some. She was 24 when she stood for Hesperith's clutch, and finally a little green worked her way through the crowd to (gently) pounce upon her.
Oh! There you are, my Ishkhara! I have been looking all over for you! Now that I have found you, won't you take your Keyrarath for an adventure? Perhaps we can start with the food table.
Just as she had been as a Candidate, Ishkhara was a dutiful Weyrling, living up to the expectations that were set for her and her beloved green. Lessons, practice, everything was attended properly and given the attention it was due, and together she and Keyrarath made it through without significant incident. Keyrarath suffered minor 'scoring at their Blooding, but nothing serious.
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DRAGON
Name: Keyrarath
Age: 1
Color: Green
Size: 19'
Physical Description: Small and perfectly-proportioned, Keyrarath is the picture of delicate beauty, and just the right size to fit under almost any wing.
Personality:
From the time she and her siblings were in their eggs, they were regaled with tales of romance and grand adventure, and Keyrarath has been eager to find both ever since. While hearing new stories will placate her to a degree, for awhile at least, there is nothing quite like the real thing, and she dreams of and strives for a life worthy of the greatest tales and ballads. Nevermind that no one ever really bothers to write of little greens; all she has to do is live big enough, and one day someone will tell her story!
Easily carried off by flights of fancy, soft and airy little Keyrarath is, in many ways, what some would consider a very typical green, flighty and without their idea of substance, but she won't take offense. She is too happy in her daydreams to care what "they" might think, and while her motivations might seem silly to some, there is no denying that this dragon is willing to work hard in pursuit of her dreams. If she is to be worthy of a story of her own, she must of course fight Thread, and fight it well: make no mistake, there is a budding heroine in this tiny green package.
And what is a tale without romance? But if there is somewhere she stumbles, it's here. She craves a true, devoted love, a hero in shining armor to stand beside her, and wants it so desperately that she is likely to look in all the wrong places. Much like her mother, she can't help but admire and be swept off her feet by big, strapping boys, particularly of the bronze variety. But unlike her golden mother, her chances of catching and keeping their attention are slim. She will believe every sweet word and promise made when she Rises, and be heartbroken when the morning reveals them to have been less than true.
When the world is cruel - and it almost certainly will be - Keyrarath will run to cry against a sympathetic shoulder, and her parents and siblings will soon know of every one of her woes. If there is anything she loves as much as stories, it is her family, and some of her happiest times are those spent giggling and gossiping with any of her sisters and brothers who might be so inclined.
Dragon Art or Proof of Obtainment: a sparklederg from many moons ago
