Brika Sterling-Armstrong

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Overview

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Brika Sterling-Armstrong (Burika Sutāringu Āmusutorongu) is the captain of Wisteria First Guard Division and one of the only female captains of the Fiore Guard. She is married to Seamus Armstrong with three children and has a grudge against anyone who performs Magic, including her younger brother Angelo Sterling.

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Kanji | ブリカ・スターリング・アームストロング

Romaji | Burika Sutāringu Āmusutorongu

Alias | Captain

Acushla (by Seamus)

Bree (by Angelo)

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Characteristics

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Race | Human

Gender | Female

Age | 36

Hair Color | Black

Eye Color | Hazel

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Professional Status

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Affiliation | Fiore Guard (Wisteria First Guard Division)

Occupation | Captain

Team | Wisteria First Guard Division

Base of Operations | Precinct 35

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Personal Status

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Status | Active

Relative(s) | Unnamed Mother (Deceased)

Unnamed Father

Unnamed Stepmother

Angelo Sterling (Brother)

Seamus Sterling-Armstrong (Husband)

Sirius Sterling-Armstrong (Son)

Evanna Sterling-Armstrong (Daughter)

Hailey Sterling-Armstrong (Daughter)

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Weapons

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Weapons | Rapier

Gun

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Debuts

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Episode Debut | Adventure 17

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Portrayal

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English Voice | Kimberly Brooks


Appearance

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Brika is a fit and mid-sized Andüsan-Fioren with rich brown skin, hazel eyes, and thick and long black hair she commonly has in a high ponytail or military-regulated bun. She is normally seen in her captain uniform that varies depending on the situation. However, her outstanding feature is her captain overcoat as well as her handmade rapier and extravagant pommel engraved with the Fiore Guard symbol. When she is home, she keeps her hair down or in her wrap and bonnet. She enjoys wearing form-fitting clothing or loose dresses, but as long as she can at least carry her gun if she cannot bring her sword.


Personality

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Brika is a no-nonsense woman with an attitude to boot. She has resentment towards Mages, especially towards Angelo. She has no hesitation calling them Magi, a derogatory name towards those who practice Magic. Her temper and strength is well known throughout the Fiore Guard and even some of her men in her division are frightened by her presence. Yet, all her men respect her and treat her as their fearless leader. She and her lieutenant-colonel Gabriel Wan have a strong friendship that dates back to her recruitment of Gabriel. She spars with Gabriel to keep up with her swordsmanship and will often go to the gun range with him to let off steam. Gabriel has admitted he fears her as much as he admires her.

Brika is still opinionated at home, but only her husband can reign in her foul mouth and her temper. She enjoys being doted on by him and turns loving and cuddly in his presence when she is not upset about Mages. She dotes heavily on her three children, urging them to try and field other than Magic. She has worried about Sirius due to his fascination with Magicianry. She carries a harsh resentment towards her father, stepmother, and brother and it is implied she has not acknowledged them prior to her marriage due to Angelo's surprise to her wedding ring. She refuses to repair the relationship.

Brika is open about the struggles of being an Andüsan-Fioren and embraces her blackness. She supports several foundations geared towards women of color and advocates for equal pay and standing for people of color, especially women and those who are LGBTQ+. She is a devout Christian, goes to a Methodist Church, was married in a Catholic Church, and she was born Jewish.


Magic and Abilities

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Enhanced Intelligence

Brika is a grade-A strategist and effective in her orders. She has shown to think ten steps ahead and often has contingency plans.

Enhanced Speed

Brika is known for her speed and was referred to as "Black Lightning" during her time as a private. Due to her combined speed and strength and intelligence, she quickly moved through the ranks to her position as captain.

Enhanced Strength

Brika is known for her strength and was referred to as "Black Lightning" during her time as a private. Due to her combined speed and strength and intelligence, she quickly moved through the ranks to her position as captain.

Expert Combatant Skills

Brika has trained extensively in several martial arts prior to enlisting into the Fiore Guard and she continues her training. She has several black belts and teaches her children.

Expert Swordsmanship

Brika's swordsmanship training came originally from her father until their untimely split. Brika continued to train hard in the way of the sword even though guns became more relevant. She is sharp with her gun, but she likes to use her sword. She was inspired to take up the blade as a young girl due to seeing Erza Scarlet at the Grand Magic Games. However, this was prior to Brika's hatred of Mages.


Trivia

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→ Brika's last name "Armstrong" is a nod to Olivier Armstrong from Fullmetal Alchemist. Both are strong women who have the fear and respect of their men and have a dislike for their brothers. Their difference lies in Brika's genuine hatred for Angelo's existence while Olivier cares for her brother, but she does so harshly.

→ Brika released in an interview she and Seamus had met at a charity gala to raise money for single parents of color. Brika admitted to never have dated outside her race and thought Seamus to have little knowledge on racial discrimination. However, Seamus impressed her as he had been in a serious relationship with an Andüsan-Meidilander for several years and had done research in racial divisions to strengthen morals in his own company. She, however, was dating another man at the time, though the relationship was quickly broken up and Brika and Seamus began a loving relationship.

→ Brika's subordinates admit to liking having a female captain due to Brika's point of view on several matters.

→ Brika's three children are her pride and joy. While she is invested in her job, she strives to make sure she makes it to every one of their recitals and performances and special days and playdates. She is actually on the board for their kids' PTA alongside Seamus.


Stats

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Attack Power | 4/5

Defensive Power | 3/5

Speed | 3/5

Intelligence | 4/5

Hating Mages | 6/5