Ruby

Ruby

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Physical Description

Apparel & Accessories

Mainly wears robes typically associated with the Bronthan Priesthood.
Always wears an amulet with an image of Zeilar affixed to the front of her choker, with a ruby gemstone in the middle. The style of the amulet is typical to that of an acolyte, though without the gemstone.

Mental characteristics

Personal history

Ruby was born in Bronthan Capital in the year 6848 to an unknown mother and father, and was adopted by one of the Elders and raised in and around the temples and palaces in the capital. All that is known about her parents is that one is or was an important figure on Brontha, and the other was an elf who was not supposed to be there.
The unique combination of her elven and priestly heritage gave her a unique gift of magic that might have been heralded had she not been of such unknown parentage, and not been completely overshadowed by the presence of another blessed child born less than a year before her.
Instead, she served as an assistant to her adopted father, or to anyone her adopted father told her to assist, which sometimes involved being around the very blessed child some saw her as a pale imitation of. When not on duty, she would spend much of her free time worshiping Zeilar and studying the teachings of the Brothan faith in preparation for her to join the priesthood when she came of age.
It was only after that child had gone missing and was presumed dead did attention finally shift to Ruby in a meaningful way. While negative comparisons to the original blessed child were expected, it was ultimately the scandal of her parentage that was too great for the leadership of Brontha to bear, and it was decided that she should be sent to Ioth Academy. The reason she was given was so that she could receive the best magical education available and return better able to help serve and defend her country (even though she could have easily received sufficient training and education in Brontha). In reality, they just needed to get rid of her. While some, including her adopted father, hope she will in fact return and be such a force in the service of Brontha that any past scandal she is a reminder of will be brushed aside, most do not care if she returns or would even prefer that she doesn't, and are proceeding under the assumption that she won't.

Education

Received a primarily religious education in Brontha, before being sent to the Academy, where she was unexpectedly placed in the Grotto.
She is a dedicated student, but otherwise unremarkable in her studies.
Electives: Painting Spiritualism Supernatural Philosophy Advanced Elemental Studies Overworld Studies

Accomplishments & Achievements

Defeated Athalor in the dueling tournament.

Mental Trauma

Despite her adopted father being a respected Elder in Brontha, she was still treated as an outcast by many important figures there.
None took the loss of Bronth's blessed child as hard as she did, though she was forced to mourn alone, and soon after she became the subject of all kinds of behind the scenes attention from the Elders, which ultimately resulted in her departure to Ioth Academy.

Morality & Philosophy

Devout adherent to the principles of Zeilar: Law, Purity, Truth, Bravery, and Sacrifice.
She believes her odd placement in the Grotto was meant to be, as it lead her to meeting, helping, and befriending Dubin.

Personality Characteristics

Motivation

She was subject to many unfavorable comparisons to the Blessed Child during her time in Brontha, even more so after the child was lost, thus she is determined to prove herself a devout and capable servant of Zeilar and Brontha.

Personality Quirks

Despite her normally measured nature, she may (politely) swear at someone in Sylvan or Undercommon (if she thinks they won't understand).

Social

Contacts & Relations

Dubin is her best friend and roommate. She cares and looks out for him and protects him, usually from himself. Though she is undoubtedly friends with Luteti, she can't bring herself to fully trust his intentions, especially when it comes to Dubin.

Family Ties

Her adopted father is a well-respected figure in Brontha, though he often finds himself at odds with the other Elders. Ruby writes to him regularly. Her true parents are unknown to her, though apparently problematic enough that the Elder Council want to keep it a secret.

Religious Views

She is a devout follower of the Zeilarian Faith.

Mannerisms

Puts on an air of confidence. Would be more socially reserved, but as Dubin has started to come out of his shell as he re-gains confidence, Ruby has been making an effort to keep up.

Speech

Measured, relatively eloquent.

Character Location

Ioth Academy

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Alignment

Lawful Good

Date of Birth

6848

Birthplace

Brontha

Current Residence

Ioth Academy - The Ring - Tarselmoor House - Rooming with Dubin

Gender

Female

Eyes

Orange Gold

Hair

Dark Brown

Skin Tone/Pigmentation

Pale

Height

5'8"

Known Languages

Common, Elvish, Ignan.
Sylvan and Undercommon learned from her friendship with Dubin and Luteti.