Bastard daughter of an imperial consort, Valentine has been raised as both a loyal maid and merciless killer. Despite her beauty and manners, she views herself as little more than scum due to her vampiric father.

Valentine’s existence was shaped in the shadows long before she ever drew breath. Born in the dark and turbulent plane of Vale, her very essence was tainted by the blood of the Jrigori, a vampiric race whose remnants still haunted the world. Valentine is a Shinadol, a cursed being seen as a plague upon Vale, born from the hidden legacy of the Jrigori. To most, the Shinadol appear like any other person, but beneath the surface, they are little more than breathing corpses, devoid of emotion from birth and cursed with an existence that teeters between life and undeath. Valentine’s early life was defined by this detachment, her lack of emotion leading to a deep sense of alienation and fear from those around her.
 
Her mother, Sasha, bore Valentine as a result of a forbidden union with a Jrigori, a scandal that brought shame and danger to her family. To protect her child from the wrath of society and the dangerous legacy of her bloodline, Sasha handed Valentine over to the Forlorn Moon, a secretive faction known for its mastery over both martial and mystical arts. The Forlorn Moon saw potential in Valentine’s cursed blood and took her in, not out of pity, but as an opportunity to mold her into a weapon that could serve their secretive and often deadly purposes. Thus began Valentine’s journey, one marked by brutal training and an ever-deepening darkness within her soul.
 
From the moment she was taken by the Forlorn Moon, Valentine’s life became a relentless cycle of pain, training, and indoctrination. The temples of the Forlorn Moon, shrouded in mystery and hidden from the world, became both her home and her prison. There, she was trained to be an Exile, a master of assassination and deception. Her body was honed through relentless conditioning, each scar a testament to the trials she endured. Her mind was molded by the doctrines of the Forlorn Moon, stripping away any semblance of individuality and replacing it with unwavering loyalty and a singular focus on the mission at hand. Yet, even in the midst of this darkness, a small part of Valentine clung to the memory of her mother, the only light in an otherwise shadowed existence.
 
Valentine’s training was not only physical but also mystical. Her Shinadol nature was seen as both a curse and a gift by her mentors. She was taught to harness the undead power within her blood, an ability known as the Curse of Undying. This curse allowed her to manipulate her undead nature, granting her immunity to many dangers and the ability to transform into a more fearsome version of herself—a form that drained the color from her skin and marked her as something other than human. But this power came with a price, further alienating her from others and deepening her self-loathing. The Curse of Undying, while formidable, was a constant reminder of the monstrous blood that flowed through her veins, marking her as a creature of darkness.
 
One of the most significant trials Valentine faced during her time with the Forlorn Moon was the implantation of the Cataclysm Shard—a powerful, ancient artifact that bestowed upon her the ability to steal and wield the power of a forgotten deity. This process was excruciating, pushing Valentine to the brink of death and beyond. But she survived, emerging with new abilities that made her a force to be reckoned with. Yet, the true nature of the shard’s power remained hidden from her, a secret that even her mentors kept close. All Valentine knew was that this power made her stronger, but it also added to the growing darkness within her, a darkness she could neither fully control nor understand.
 
Valentine’s life took a drastic turn when she was assigned to serve as the personal maid to Princess Eilline Draewynn of Varanthia. This was no mere assignment; it was a test of her loyalty and a redefinition of her purpose. The royal family had called upon the Forlorn Moon to provide a protector, and Valentine, with her unique skills and unwavering obedience, was chosen for this role. However, this new life was a stark contrast to the shadows she had known. The glittering halls of Varanthia’s court were filled with intrigue, deception, and danger, and Valentine had to navigate these treacherous waters while concealing her true nature. She was no longer just a weapon—she was a servant, a protector, and a shadow ever at the princess’s side.
 
Despite her role as a maid, Valentine’s true purpose was much more sinister. She was the princess’s guardian, her silent sentinel, ever watchful and ready to strike down any threat. The bond she shared with Eilline was complex, rooted in the indoctrination that had defined her life. To Valentine, Eilline was not just a charge but a symbol of the light she had been denied—a beacon in the darkness of her existence. Valentine’s loyalty to the princess was absolute, driven by a need to protect and serve, but it was also colored by a deeper, unspoken connection. In Eilline, Valentine saw a reflection of her own struggles—a young woman caught between duty and desire, much like herself.
 
As time passed, Valentine’s relationship with Eilline deepened. Outwardly, their relationship was one of servant and mistress, but beneath this surface lay a bond forged in the crucible of court life. Valentine saw in Eilline a strength and resilience that mirrored her own, and this recognition only strengthened her resolve to protect the princess at all costs. Yet, even as she grew closer to Eilline, Valentine struggled with the darkness within her. The more she used her powers to protect the princess, the more she loathed herself for needing to rely on them. This internal conflict was the core of Valentine’s existence—a battle between the light she served and the darkness she embodied.
 
Valentine’s sense of identity remained a constant struggle. She viewed herself as a monster, her existence defined by the curse that made her something less than human. The kindness that Eilline occasionally showed her only deepened this conflict, as it reminded Valentine of the humanity she was taught to deny. Yet, in these moments of kindness, Valentine found a flicker of hope—a possibility that she could be more than the monster she believed herself to be. But the weight of her past, the curse that marked her, and the powers she wielded kept her tethered to the shadows, even as she longed to step into the light.
 
Valentine’s presence in the royal court of Varanthia was carefully managed to be unobtrusive. To most, she was just a maid—efficient, silent, and invisible. But those who knew her true role understood the quiet menace she represented. Valentine was not merely a servant; she was a master of death, a protector whose loyalty was as fierce as her self-hatred. Her life was a contradiction, defined by the roles she played and the nature she struggled to control. This duality was the essence of her existence—a constant tension between the darkness within her and the light she sought to protect.
 
Her connection to the Draewynn family was further solidified when King Draewynn himself took an interest in her training and loyalty. Lady Shadoweaver, Valentine’s mentor, and the king worked together to ensure that Valentine’s loyalty was not just to the Forlorn Moon but to the royal family as well. This reindoctrination was a test of her resolve and a reinforcement of the bonds that tied her to her duty. Valentine underwent the Trial of Blades, a brutal test designed to prove her worthiness to serve the royal family. She emerged from the trial victorious, further cementing her role as the princess’s protector, yet each victory only deepened the burden she carried.
 
As Valentine settled into her role, she found herself increasingly drawn to the light that Eilline represented. The princess, despite the pressures of her position, showed a kindness and warmth that Valentine had not experienced since her childhood. This kindness was a double-edged sword for Valentine. It was a source of comfort, yet it also terrified her, threatening to unravel the carefully constructed persona that had been drilled into her during her training. The more time she spent with Eilline, the more Valentine questioned whether she could ever escape the shadows that defined her life, or if she was destined to remain a monster in the eyes of others and herself.
 
Valentine’s life in the court became one of contrasts. On the surface, she was a model servant—efficient, obedient, and loyal to a fault. But beneath this façade, she wrestled with the darkness that had been instilled in her since childhood. The abilities she wielded were a constant reminder of the taint that marked her as different, as something to be feared. This internal conflict grew with each passing day, as Valentine struggled to reconcile the light she served with the darkness she embodied. She began to realize that her greatest battle was not against the enemies of the royal family, but against the monster within her—a battle she was not sure she could win.
 
As war looms on the horizon, Valentine faces new challenges that test her loyalty and resolve. The court is rife with intrigue, and Eilline’s safety is constantly under threat. Valentine’s role as protector becomes even more critical, and she must navigate the treacherous waters of court politics while keeping her true nature hidden. The tension between her duty and her desire for redemption grows with each passing day. Valentine knows that the choices she makes will not only determine her fate but that of the princess she has sworn to protect. But even as the darkness closes in, she clings to the hope that one day, she might find redemption for the sins she believes she was born to commit—and perhaps, a way to reconcile the monster within her with the human heart she so desperately longs to embrace.

Date of Birth

19th of Earlate

Gender

Female

Eyes

Red

Hair

Light brown

Skin Tone/Pigmentation

Pale

Height

6'1

Weight

105kg