Character Description

Islathien: Iz-lay-theen Or aka Izzy

Half Human Half High Fae.

Description:

Islathien possesses a grace and poise that mirrors the high fae, despite her slightly shorter stature. Her ears have a subtle point to them, a distinguishing feature inherited from her high fae lineage. Her skin, tanned and kissed by sunlight, takes on an iridescent blue hue when illuminated, giving her an ethereal glow, especially under the sunlight or moonlight. Her dark brown hair, lustrous and silky, cascades down her back with a natural wave that catches the light. Her deep grey with speckles of deep blue, often reflects her emotions like a stormy sea. Additionally, she carries the subtle fragrance of a freshwater spring.

Background story:

Cousin to Tamlin, Islathien's existence stemmed from a forbidden love between Tamlin's mother's brother and a human woman during a war-torn era. Tragically, her parents were executed for what they'd done, leaving her orphaned. Islathien's aunt, moved by love, pleaded for her survival, ensuring Islathien's place in her family.

She is a secret that very few people know.

In the secluded corners of the Spring Court, Islathien, driven by an unyielding curiosity and a thirst for adventure, specialized in the arts of water manipulation and blacksmithing. Her longing to be a warrior like her cousin Tamlin was fervent, but circumstances dictated otherwise. Sheltered from the world due to her human lineage.

Despite her sheltered existence, Islathien's curiosity led her beyond the court's walls, eager to explore the human realm and trace her mother's origins unbeknownst to any others. Contracting Typhus there, she masked her suffering, not wanting to burden Tamlin further.

Then that fateful night beneath the mountain was soon after, where curses diminished their magic and masked faces concealed secrets, held its own turmoil for Islathien. Unmasked and ill until the curse was broken, the reasons for her lack of a mask held a story of its own.

Now for the past nearly 50 years she has been forced to endure said illness every day. Between bouts of depression and wanting to keep her independence, it has been nothing less of a struggle.

Personality:

Islathien is a remarkably resilient woman, confronting the challenges of her chronic illness with unwavering determination and courage. Her independence is a defining trait, fueling her strong-willed and adventurous nature as she explores the world beyond the fae realm. Despite her occasional brattiness, she is fiercely loyal and protective of her loved ones, showcasing a complex emotional depth. Additionally, her playful and flirtatious side adds a touch of charm to her personality.