Sethera

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Height: 5'0"
Weight: 150 lbs
Since she has an appetite but doesn't like to go outside, Belle has gotten to be overweight for her size.

If there were a word for Belle, it'd be "sloth." Lazy, apathetic, and sedentary, she is a hedonist, only caring for indulging her whims, which include eating, sleeping, and surfing the internet. She is the kind of person who will spend hours wrapped up in a blanket watching Slowpoke videos while eating potato chips. Belle prides herself on having eaten every kind of potato chip in the world. She also prides herself on knowing useless facts gained from the internet, such as "Zubat always turn left when exiting a cave," or "Everybody has a unique tongue print."

Belle despises normal outdoor things like bright sunlight and talking to people. She will often shout "The light burns! Make it go away!" when the sun is out, and hiss when people get too close to her. She has absolutely no interest in dealing with people and would prefer to remain an outcast shut-in for the rest of her life, thank you very much. However, she is secretly curious about the world and the people in it, she just wishes she could experience it from her bed.

More intelligent than many give her credit for, she oftentimes doesn't showcase that intelligence except when solving puzzles "because I'm an expert at video games." While she is fine using her abilities when by herself or around family members, she is uncomfortable using them around people she doesn't trust, as she doesn't want to deal with the inevitable hassle of explaining herself and being treated differently from then on.

Belle was born to a family of infamous psychics in Saffron City, most notably her older cousin, Sabrina, who was both admired and feared not only for her psychic genius, but for her battling prowess. As a child, Belle was shunned by the other children, fearful that she would become just like her cousin. Partially as a reaction, partially out of laziness, Belle lost any and all desire to hone her psychic powers aside from the bare minimum: telekinesis. With her powers, she could lift a can of soda less than a foot from her and guide it to her mouth, all without moving a limb. This ultimately led to her current condition of hating to move at all, and letting her powers do the work for her. Unfortunately, she cannot move human or even Pokémon-sized objects, as she's discovering to her detriment now that she actually has to walk around herself.

Hurt and angry by how people treated her, Belle vowed to become a shut-in. She sequestered herself away in her room, much to the dismay of her parents, with only books, games, and a computer for company. Eventually, she became addicted to that lifestyle, inadvertently learning about Pokémon along the way as she played video game after video game. She especially became fascinated by Slowpoke after watching a music video on them, and declared them her spirit Pokémon.

When Belle turned sixteen, her parents, fed up, decided to kick her out of the house so that she could become "at least somewhat normal." Lost and confused, she went to her cousin, who took her in for a time. There, she would do odd jobs like clean up the Saffron Gym. After inadvertently wrecking the place for the tenth time, Sabrina then informed her about this amazing contest going on where all you had to do was sign your name to enter. And the prize was money beyond imagining. Taken in by the idea of having enough money to go back to her old lifestyle, Belle signed the contract, was promptly teleported to a strange port, and dumped there. "You can't back out now," Sabrina cackled as she left, muttering, "Finally, I'll be able to clean up my Gym now. I can't believe she managed to spill acid on the warp tiles. Really, does she not know the difference between bleach and hydrochloric?"

Without any choice in the matter, Belle was forced to accept a Pokémon and start the journey. As an excitable girl nearby chose a fire rabbit, she was left to decide between a grass cow and a water bear. Eventually choosing the grass cow because it looked "easy to raise," she boarded the boat, dreading the upcoming year, or however long this would take, with all her heart.

Name: Moo
Species: Poamoo
Gender: Male
Obtained: A few weeks ago, prior to her getting to Korova proper.
Personality: Moo is a docile bull who is still somehow more ambitious than his owner. Not yet sure what he thinks of her, but willing to follow her instructions anyway.

• Theme: The Lazy Song by Bruno Mars
• Obsessed with Slowpoke.
• Third time e-sports champion of the game Munchlax's Cookie.
• Top player ranking for League of Legendaries and Pokémon Unite.

This is what I look like right before I'mma whoop your ass for laughing.

You wanna know about me? I'm super tough, tough as nails. And I don't take no Tauros shit from nobody. I may not be the baddest mofo on the planet, but you can bet your britches I'm almost there. Just gotta work at it. Once I evolve, ain't none of you gonna be laughing anymore, just you watch. You think I'm lying? I do a lotta things, but I don't lie. I may not be big, but I have an ego and a will to work the size of a Wailord, so I just know I'll be the last one laughing in the end.

What else you wanna know? Already told ya my dream, gonna be the best. I like it when people laugh, just not at me. Life, well, you gotta take it in, in all its ups and downs. If you gotta choose between laughing and crying, or laughing and being angry, I'd say laughter is the way to go. Unless you make fun of me. Then all bets are off. What else? I don't need to tell you anymore, right? You're satisfied, right? Well, sometimes, I wish I were born differently. Yeah, I know, who'da thought? But no, seriously, I feel like, I might not have been dealt the best hand in life. But I guess if wishes were fishes we'd all be dishes. Or however that phrase goes. I don't know. Do I look like a nerd to you?

What biography? I just got here, what, ya want me to give you my life story? Okay, fine. Once upon a time, or some shit like that, I woke up, saw my reflection in the pond, and realized I turned into some ugly pink f***er. There, the end. Some story, huh?

As my brother is unable to answer this, I shall endeavor to do so in his absence.

You see, the two of us were born in Konikoni City. He the older sibling, and I the younger. You could say we were inseparable, but that was a lie. It was more me, tagging after him all the time. I had a hard time making friends, but he never seemed to have that problem. Everybody loved him for his foolhardy courage and for never leaving any of us out. He never hesitated to stick up for us, and for that, we would follow him anywhere. Adults hated him though, which I could never understand. Even my parents told me that I needed to separate from him, that he was a bad influence. And then the next thing I knew, he was saying, "I don't need you followin' behind me like a fool, okay? S'not cool to have a crybaby like you dogging me."

Before I knew it, we got older, and started joining different crowds. I ended up helping people and Pokémon in need, and joined the Aether Foundation. Meanwhile, my brother...well, to put it mildly, he got into fights, haggled with merchants, started to steal, and ultimately joined Team Skull. And I only knew that because he shouted that right before he stomped out the door after one last fight with our parents. That we probably wouldn't ever see each other again.

Except that was a lie.

It was while I was visiting the Volcano Park for field research. I got lost, and stumbled upon the totem Pokémon, Salazzle. I thought I was done for, but my brother appeared in front of me and told me to run for it. I'll never forget the sight of his back, turned to me, so skinny, but so strong at the same time, and crisscrossed with scars that even his tank top couldn't completely cover.

That was the last time I saw him.

It was only later I found out from my parents that he'd started stealing to help pay for bills, that he'd been the one to provide the money for my entrance into the Aether Foundation. In the end, he was always looking out for me, protecting me, and I, and I...

I'm sorry, I don't think I can continue. Just, if you see him and he's still alive...tell him I'm sorry for saying he was a failure. That's a lie. I was angry, bitter that he left me behind like he did. I wasn't thinking, I just wanted to see him hurt, like I was hurting.

No matter what, he has been and always will be, the best person I've ever known, and my older brother.

It's kinda fuzzy, but I remember standing in front of a giant lizard thing. It was huge, and looked like it was about ta eat me. Mainly I remember holding my arms out, like that woulda done anything 'gainst something that huge. I dunno, don't ask me what I was thinking then. Probably crazy in the head, I was. Except there was a reason for it. I think. Maybe. I just knew I wasn't budging from that spot. Woulda taken an act of a legendary to get me to move, and even then, I doubt that woulda done it.

There was somebody else with me, too. They were like half my size, and standing in front of me. Except I pushed 'em away. "What, you think yer some big hero?" I asked. "Yer nothing but a rat, like me. Go on, get outta here. I don't need you mucking things up even more." And that's all I remember. Yeah I know, it's stupid. Probably not even a real memory, just some weird-ass dream. Never said it was interesting. Yer own fault for buggin' me about it.

Height: 4'10"
Weight: 110 lbs

Excitable and playful, Ari hasn't experienced much hardship in life. He sees the world through rose-colored glasses, and believes that everybody is good at heart. A bit mischievous, but never malicious, Ari finds it hard to comprehend the harsher sides of life, and why others are cruel when they can be kind instead. He's slightly arrogant and a show-off, but those aspects of himself stem from insecurity and constant comparisons with his father. He's very adventurous, and will take advantage of any opportunities to go questing and exploring.

His two years on the road have not done much to mature him, but he has learned some tact and humility. Before, he was used to being waited on hand and foot, but now, he's discovered that being a commoner is hard. He has to dress himself, and pay others to obtain necessities like food and drink. Nobody cares if he has something to say, so he has to make sure that his words are worth listening to. And, most astonishingly to him, he's learned that non-lions are just as good as lions.

Ari has matured a lot since the start of his journey. Witnessing the death of multiple legendaries and dreaming of his father and knowing he was dead was enough to send him into shock. He has since recovered, but along the way he has gained a determination that he previously lacked. Still, he will revert to his previously insecure self if placed under enough pressure. He looks up to Kazo as an older brother figure and sees Mac as an annoying sister-figure. He also misses Kah, but knows in his heart of hearts that she will never return.

Ari was born Prince Ariel, the only child of King Richard the Lionheart and Queen Leah the Radiant from Pride Rock. However, he chafed under the pressures of royalty, especially having to listen to the majordomo Zago all the time. Because of this, he and his best friend Tiana, a fellow Litleo, often rebelled against the rules. Eventually, his Luxray uncle, Prince James the Crafty, encouraged him to leave Pride Rock and prove himself a brave lion like his father, to become a Chaser.

Ari had heard about the ascension myth from his uncle. If he could beat one of those legendary Pokémon, then he could prove his worth and courage for sure. He'd come home a hero! His parents would admit that he was a brave and strong son! His uncle would dote on him and he would never have to listen to Zago's stupid rules ever again! Ari favors defeating Entei, known as the lion of lions, but truthfully, any other legend would do just fine.

Eating up his uncle's words, Ariel left at age ten, throwing away his full name as he no longer considers himself a prince, but a journeyman traveler on the road to improve himself.

• Starting: 8
• +1 against Roggenrola group
• +1 for Christmas
• +2 against Salamence twins - Ari learned Headbutt
• +1 for 1000 posts
• +4 against Edgelord and Ankou - Ari learned Noble Roar, replacing Tackle
• +3 against Mia - Ari learned Take Down, replacing Headbutt
• +3 against Zekrom - Ari replaced Ember with Fire Fang, also replacing Take Down with Fusion Flare
• +2 against Lucario Godslayer
• Current: 25

My teeth are on fire! - Ari bites down with flame-cloaked fangs. It may make the foe flinch or sustain a burn. (Fire Fang)
I have to be brave! - Ari focuses and lifts his spirits. This increases his general attack power. (Work Up)
For the Pride! And my friends! - Ari thinks about his connection and loyalty to Pride Rock, his family, friends, and all the people he has met on his journey. Drawing on this power, Ari charges at his opponent. It's one of the strongest of his moves. (Return = Friendship 255 for Power of 102)
Call of the Wild! - Letting out a noble roar, Ari intimidates his target and and lowers their attack and special attack power. (Noble Roar)
Let's Go Mac! Giant Fireball time! - Ari brings down a giant flame. This move's power is increased when influenced by an enormous lightning bolt. (Fusion Flare)
I am...Prince Ariel! - Spirits of past kings lend their strength to Ari, ringing him in a blaze of ghostly fire. Their very presence lends him strength, increasing his defenses and evasion. However, they cannot stay in the mortal realm for longer than ten minutes, and it takes an hour before Ari can summon them again. (Rightful King)

I'm a wildebeest! - Ari hits people with his head and somehow doesn't get brain damage. (Headbutt)
Take them down! - Ari charges forward and slams into his opponent, doing some slight damage to himself in return. (Take Down)
I wish I could breathe fire better... - Ari spits out fireballs that deal a small amount of damage compared to other fire moves. Has a minuscule chance of setting aflame on the target. (Ember)

• King's Rock - a piece of home. Given to him by his father.
• Normal Gem

Height: 4'10"
Weight: 95 lbs
Easter's ribbons are actually feelers that are part of his body. He wears whatever feels comfortable, which more often than not is girl clothes, so he's often mistaken for a girl. His high-pitched voice doesn't help. He decided to roll with it, and bought a special brassiere that adds to the illusion.

Easter is unfailingly polite, a gentleman to the highest degree. Despite his looks, he has the poise of a butler, and the charm of a fairy type. To most people, he is kind and cordial, and has a weak spot for those with low self-esteem. He likes to encourage them and watch them grow stronger, taking pride in their progress. However, around dark or dragon types, a switch is flipped. His natural arrogance grows almost unbearable, and he does everything he can to destroy what he calls "overinflated egos." While normally calm, he becomes excited during these beatdowns and thus came his discovery.

Easter is a sadist. He takes pleasure in inflicting pain on others, but most especially dark or dragon types, as his attacks seem to not only inflict more pain on them, but he also finds their overblown pride annoying. While hypocritical of him, he considers his pride rightfully gained, both from his abilities and efforts to improve himself from his days of being "blind and ignorant." To a lesser extent, he takes pleasure from deceiving others, and will let others think of him as a girl instead of a boy without ever correcting them.

Since the start of the journey, he has changed a lot. While normally fickle and prone to wanderlust, he has matured greatly, taking on a sense of responsibility and looking out for the children in the group. He has grown to admire Brooke's sense of ethics, respect Denku as a staunch ally, and care for Dora despite, or because of her silliness. While he would not normally admit such things, he would not leave any of them unless forced to...and that in itself is telling.

Easter was born in Northshore as the son of an Eeveelution pair. His father was an Espeon and his mother was a Flareon. When he was born, he was doted on for his genius. It seemed that there was nothing he couldn't do--cooking, mathematics, music, nothing. He had free reign in his parents' vast library, which is where he discovered the existence of the legendaries. Things came to a head at age ten when the public found out about his preference for wearing female clothing. His parents, who had been hoping he'd "grow out" of that, "encouraged" (i.e. forced) him to leave Northshore to "find himself."

Rather than stew in anger, Easter shrugged it off and decided that if they didn't want to accept him, then too bad. He had better things to do than strive to please others or fit within their small-minded notions of propriety. Instead, he explored the world, and discovered he was nothing more than a big fish in a small pond. Determined to become a big fish in a big pond, he trained himself to become strong, mainly so that he could separate himself from his past overconfidence. Because of that, he looks down on those who think themselves invincible like he once did, and noted it was dragons and dark types that seemed to do it the most. Thus started his habit of beating down on those types whenever he can. Because of this, Easter seeks to bring down the ultimate dragon, Rayquaza. However, if he hears of another legend exhibiting overweening pride, he won't hesitate to change targets.

Easter has lived an eventful life that his appearance belies. Way back when, he entered Adarid, and trained himself in its arena, facing off against their champion multiple times. Though he never won, he considers those battles some of the best he's ever had. When he first learned about Chasers, he decided he set out as one, unable to stop the urge to travel once more. Still, he considers Adarid a home away from home.

On his journey, he was invited to join the S.S. Showdown crew, formed entirely of Eeveelutions, and he did. His life as a pirate was an enjoyable, though temporary one. However, he learned more about the legendaries while on the ship than he ever had before in his life, including when he was a child. Since it turned out that his captain knew quite a bit about them, especially Rayquaza, which influenced Easter's decision to go after it. Eventually, when calamity passed, he broke apart with the rest of the crew, and they all went their separate ways.

• Original: 37
• +1 against Camerupt
• +1 against Entei
• +1 for Christmas
• +2 against Froslass + Kyurem - Easter learned Last Resort
• +1 for 1000 posts
• +1 against Apanie the Wash-Rotom
• +1 against Merm guards - Easter did not learn Psych Up
• +1 against pack of Carvanha and Huntail
• +1 against Ankou the Gardevoir
• +1 against Nikora the Cacturne
• +1 against the Godslayer Lucario
• Current: 49

• Wish - Passed down as the signature move of his family. Easter closes his eyes and sends a silent wish to the stars. After some time has passed, his body will glow with green light to show that the cosmos has heard his prayer and his injuries will either be partly or fully healed, depending on their intensity.
• Swift - Gathering the energy of the stars, Easter shoots them as rays that hit all targets. Because of the cosmic nature of the attack, it is almost impossible to avoid. Cannot be used over a prolonged period of time.
• Moonblast - Borrowing the power of the moon, Easter releases a blast of cosmic energy. This has a 30% chance of lowering an opponent's mental determination, causing special attacks to weaken.
• Psyshock - Easter materializes an odd psychic wave which attacks the target. Has a greater effect on those who are physically weaker as opposed to mentally weaker unlike his other moves.
• Last Resort - After having used each one of his other moves, drawing on external powers, Easter finally gathers the power within himself to charge at his opponent, dealing massive physical damage.
• Cosmic Shield - Gathering the power of the cosmos, Easter is impervious to attacks for a short period of time. Any Pokémon that makes contact with the glowing pink barrier becomes confused and "sees stars." However, he cannot use it more than once every five minutes without the shield failing on him.

Because all of his moves require reliance, either on the cosmic forces or the power of a TM, Easter is reminded of his bodily limits every time he attacks. Thus, he experiences a conflict of self whenever he fights, as a part of him hates dependence, but another part of him enjoys the power that sings through his veins and the pain he inflicts on others.

• 500 Poké - 50 = 450 Poké
• Moon Stone - keeps it as a reminder of his dependence on the moon. Doesn't do anything for him, though.
• Star Piece - keeps it as a reminder of his dependence on the stars. He doesn't plan on selling it.
• Poké Puff Pouch - holds Poké Puffs. It's currently empty, however, as he eats them almost as soon as he obtains them.
• Psychic Gem

• Easter respects fighting types, as they have multiple weaknesses but still work hard.
• His favorite food is the Supreme Wish Poké Puff.

Old Appearance
Height: 5'10"
Weight: 150 lbs
He has a second pair of ears and a tail. His cheeks are abnormally sensitive and blush easily. Touching them sometimes causes a little static shock. One thing that sets him apart from mainland Pikachu gijinka are his blue eyes, which are common to Pikachu gijinka in Alola as their minds mature. Tends to wear bandages as he gets injured often.

His Substitute forms a doll that looks exactly like that strange creature next to him.

Keanu is what one might call an optimist. He seems unfazed by most of what life throws at him. He's what one would call "chill" and his temper is virtually nonexistent. While he seems to take life's punches with good humor, he's so relaxed that he would let somebody steamroll him if it meant less work for him. However, he is not particularly generous, only giving people what he feels that they deserve. He is very much an adherent to the concept of reaping what you sow. Because of this he can come off as cold when appealed to for help, however if he feels that a person is deserving of help, then he will give them exactly what they deserve, no more and no less.

Despite his laid-back attitude, Keanu is actually very intelligent. Getting him to actually use his intelligence, well. That's another story. He'd much rather just sit back and let other people do the thinking, make all the hard decisions. Him? He'll uhh, just sit back and eat pancakes. In fact, Keanu is a veritable Slowpoke when nothing is going on. Poky, he takes his time getting places and doing things. However, once he starts actually moving, whether it be surfing or in battle, he explodes into motion, showing most people the speed of a Pikachu gijinka. However, he goes back to being his old, slow self as soon as the necessity of moving around stops. He also has good instincts, stepping out of the way just as somebody is about to trip him, or skipping over a pothole. Or good luck. Either way, it's served him well in life.

Laziness aside, Keanu seems to take a fierce joy in movement, of surfing, of flying through the water. Of battling, of zipping around opponents, of experiencing the complete thrill that is motion. He loses himself utterly to the euphoria, and always seems disappointed when it ends. If it were up to Keanu, it would never end. He would surf, he would fly, he would soar, until his body gives out. Because of that, he has built up quite an endurance, and aside from his speed and quick mind, that is probably his best asset. However, he has a hard time understanding his limits, and can often push himself past what his body can handle.

Since fleeing Alola, Keanu has changed a little bit, even if he doesn't feel he has. He has grown less lazy, and more motivated, despite his complaints. He has also grown fond of Randy and Marie.

Keanu was born to a rather normal family in Alola. He doesn't talk about them much, but they were very happy together. His parents took care of the entire family while he tried to take care of his little brother. They lived on the beach, next to the ocean. An early riser, Keanu liked to wake up in the morning and watch the sun slowly climb its way over the horizon. Soon afterward, he would grab his favorite surfboard and run across the sandy shore, hopping over crabs and pointed shells, before finally hitting the water. There, he would lie stomach-down on the surfboard, and paddle his way to the waves, before standing up and riding them, turning his board sideways till there was nothing but him and the wave, the crest furling over him, flying through a tunnel of water.
 
Every morning was like that. The family would joke that he was born with a water type soul in an electric type body, that he'd probably evolve into a Lapraschu. Surfing was his passion, and what he saw as his destiny. He went on like this for quite a while, doing many things in the pursuit of his dream. Then, everything changed when the Fire Nation--I mean, Beasts attacked. During the chaos, he met an injured Solgaleo and Lunala, as well as the other members of the group, as they were fleeing the region. While on the ship, the two legendaries disappeared without a word. Keanu still isn't sure why they disappeared, but he's decided to just do his best with what he has.

• Starting: 20
• +1 for 1000 posts - Keanu did not learn Feint
• +3 for against Yveltal - Keanu did not learn Double Team
• +2 against Heatran - Keanu did not learn Spark
• +1 against Lucario - evolved into Alolan Raichu and learned Psychic, replacing Nasty Plot
• +1 against Veronica the Crobat
• +1 against Kalia the Alolan Sandslash
• +1 against the Godslayer Lucario
• Current: 30

Surf - Pikachu generally do not learn Surf, but somehow Keanu inherited this move from his dad. He does not need a surfboard to perform this move, able to just "ride the wave." He has used a surfboard in the past, however. Aside from him, there has only ever been one gijinka in the Pikachu line known to be able to use this move.
Psychic - This attack deals psychic damage and has a slight chance of lowering the enemy's special attack in the process.
Electro Ball - This attack forms ball lightning that Keanu throws at enemies. The faster Keanu is compared to his opponent, the more powerful this move.
Thunder Wave - Sparks of electricity shoot out from Keanu's cheeks to form electric waves that paralyze the opponent.
Substitute - A move Keanu learned from a gijinka he met in Alola. Using twenty-five percent of his maximum HP, Keanu forms a small doll in the shape of a strange, pointy-eared creature, and quickly trades places with it. Attention-grabbing, any attacks originally directed toward him target the doll instead.
Stoked Sparksurfer - A more powerful Thunderbolt where Keanu attacks the target with full force, leaving it paralyzed.

Nasty Plot - Keanu learned Nasty Plot as a Pichu, and kept the move as he evolved. Focusing on dark thoughts, he increases his special attack sharply.
Charged Currentcruiser - The surrounding terrain becomes electrified and Keanu charges up a lightning strike with the power of a Thunderbolt.

• 500 Poké + 200 = 700 Poké
• Strange stone - a strange, diamond-shaped stone with an odd symbol in it.
• Berry pouch - currently holds multiple berries native to Alola.
• Frying pan - uses this to make pancakes.
• Bag of flour - uses this to make pancakes.
• Bottle of Pamtre berry syrup - uses this to pour over the pancakes he eats.
• Water Gem

• Theme Song: How Far I'll Go - Cover by Caleb Hyles
• If asked for a favorite type, Keanu would tell you water, but in practice, he treats all types equally.
• He loves pancakes, and has become an expert at making them.
• Considered becoming an actor when he was younger, but he changed his mind. He does have a natural charm to him though, still.
• Has a very slight accent, but is a bit embarrassed about it if brought up.

HT: 166 cm (5'5")   WT: 60 kg (132 lbs)
While not being particularly tall, Catriona isn't particularly short either. Her weight is around average for her height, though most of it is in muscle. White-haired with a touch of lavender, she has some of it in two braids to make it easier to handle. Her eyes are a deep blue, but they have no expression, therefore appearing flat and cold. Her clothes are form-fitting for ease of movement and airy to release excess heat. She wears a cape to keep warm on chilly days, though it seems to billow on its own for some reason, making it rather useless for its function. For armor, she wears a gorget to protect her neck, a pair of vambraces to protect her forearms, faulds to protect her hips, and greaves to protect her shins. She also wears gloves, though she keeps the forefinger and middle finger uncovered for dexterity purposes.

At first glance, you would think Catriona a cool-headed individual, the perfect stoic warrior. Underneath, however, her emotions run deep. She has always felt more strongly, more profoundly, than most people, but instead of lamenting her sensitivity, she has embraced it, using her grief as a motivator to keep moving. She believes that personal experience is the best teacher, and thus may let others experience unnecessary pain for the sake of learning. This has affected her relationship with her younger sister Penelope.
 
Catriona sees challenges as foes to be fought, and will gladly confront them head on. She doesn't go out of her way to challenge herself or find problems, but when she finds one, she doesn't shy away from confronting it. Because of this, she sometimes overworks herself, but her natural stubbornness prevents her from giving up even when exhausted. This has exasperated friends and family alike.
 
While her younger sister Penelope is beloved by the people, Catriona is respected and admired. However, her status and personality give her an unapproachable aura. This pains her, but she hasn't found a way to tear down that barrier, and few have ever tried to breach it. Those that have, however, mostly soldiers she's fought alongside in the border skirmishes, are proud to call her a friend.
 
Her experience with swordplay has made her a perfectionist, and she is often critical of both herself and others to a painful degree. What she hasn't learned is how to temper her words to make them more palatable, and this has earned her a few enemies.
 
Catriona feels guilt knowing she is the cause of the goddess' revival, however she has decided not to let either that guilt or her impending death weigh her down, and forges on regardless. She views the state as more important than individuals, and for that reason, underestimates her own relevance.

Born the crown princess of Galtea, Catriona has been groomed to take over her father's duties when it comes her time to take up the scepter. Because of this, she never had much time to get to know her younger sister Penelope, who was educated separately and more freely. Before she knew it, their interactions were painful and stiff, like talking with a stranger rather than a sister. While she wants to get to know and love her sister, Catriona doesn't know how, and her frustration at this causes her to snap at Penelope when they talk. 
 
After turning sixteen, she joined the fighting on the border skirmishes, and made a name for herself there. This became part of the reason why she was kidnapped over her sister. Not only is her sister well-protected among the people, but Catriona has made herself a public enemy of Pontus after she defeated one of their prized generals in single combat. Shortly before her twenty-first birthday, she returned home to Augusta to celebrate it, but was kidnapped soon after arriving. During the ceremony, Inera cursed her so that she would die before her next birthday. Nonetheless, Catriona managed to escape and fled to Rabans. There she sent a message to her father informing him of what happened (minus the curse), and decided to put more distance between herself and Pontus, bypassing Galtea's goddess church to reach Sochen.
 
At Sochen, she was surprised to find Penelope, but at her sister's demands, informed her of what was happening, leaving out the curse. Penelope then suggested they try finding the Great Dragon, as it would be their best bet on defeating the goddess. They then headed out for Ithome to hopefully learn of the Great Dragon's whereabouts.
 
With the knowledge of her impending death hanging over her head, Catriona decided to groom her sister in the ways of royalty in case she fails. This has done nothing but worsen their relationship, however.

Known for her skillful and smooth sword fighting, Catriona is a pleasure to behold in battle. She despises unnecessary movements, but manages to look like she's dancing anyway. A balanced fighter, she edges more toward skill than anything else, but her strokes have a strength behind them that belies her appearance.

• Damocles - The same sword shown in her picture. One day King Reginald commissioned a smith to make twin swords for his children, to be named by them and to be used by them. Catriona was only granted hers after she earned a name for herself defeating a famous Pontic general. She named it Damocles, as a reminder to take her duties seriously, but it has instead become a symbol of her impending death.
• Vulnerary (3/3) - A pouch of healing herbs and spices meant to apply on wounds. Like the other healing items, it has three uses before it runs out.

The Cursed Lord
A princess whose cold exterior hides a burning interior. Seeks to get closer to other people, but her position tends to ward others away. The one most likely to get a stress ulcer.
"I knew...this would happen...eventually. Please...fight on..."

The Candid Fighter
A Histian fighter who left his village to explore the world. Despite his cockiness and smug attitude, he is a reliable and helpful person. Has the most sarcastic tongue.
"Heh… I guess I wasn’t so great after all."

The Caring Tactician
A princess who is the opposite of her older sister in many ways. Dislikes confrontations, and loves to play tricks on Gunther. The one most likely to spout a random fact.
"I guess I needed… to learn more… after all…"

The Gentle Knight
Penelope's personal guard. Is extremely gullible. Is a natural with plants and animals, but has a crippling self-esteem. The one most afraid of pain.
"Urgh, it was inevitable… after all."
"I couldn’t even… do this right."

The Zealous Lancer
Born on a farm in Pontus, he left chasing after a horse thief. Is extremely talented at growing crops. Has a distaste for liars, and a long memory to go with it. The one most likely to show up to battle shirtless.
"Inera, Mistress of Undeath, let me rise again!"

The Heroic Mercenary
A military veteran and wanderer by nature after the loss of his beloved horse. Quiet and socially awkward, he nonetheless manages to present a trustworthy and reliable image. The best musician.
"No more nightmares… I can… sleep…"

The "Lucky" Troubadour
A haughty girl used to bathing in luxury. After the fall of her house she has been wandering from place to place with her horse, Remy. Short-sighted, she lacks a concrete goal. The one with the most extreme luck.

The Magical Kitsune
A newcomer to the outside world. Intelligent and studious, she shares the curiosity her species is so famed for, causing her to fall for things others might not. Hates to be interrupted while reading.

The Bubbly Bow Thief
Originally from Locris, she followed some merchants to Histia, where she joined the Pelinna Patrol. Peppy and energetic, she lives in a constant state of wonder for the world around her. Loves fluffy things.