Zemparlys of Whispers

The Black Dragon of Shadows

Zemparlys, known to her friends as 'Arly' and to her enemies .... not at all. Her syllti is the very nature of light itself; to illuminate or shadow the world. She is nearly impossible to find unless she wishes to be found, and what few enemies she has in the world seldom live long enough for them to learn her true name.

An enigmatic and captivating personality, Arly draws both fear and fascination from those who encounter her in equal measure. She exudes an aura of mystery, and her actions are often shrouded in secrecy, leaving others guessing about her true intentions. With every movement, she seems to blend seamlessly into the shadows, hinting at her elusiveness and otherworldly nature. She is often described as 'fey' and capricious, with her moods shifting as easily as her iridescent scales flicker from light to dark.

Mischievousness is a central aspect of Arly's character. She finds joy in playful pranks, clever riddles, and teasing others who are 'in' on the game with her. Her mischief is rarely harmful but rather designed to challenge and stimulate those around her. Arly's sly grin and twinkling eyes often betray her amusement and it is rare for anyone to misconstrue what is - and is not - a tease. For all her whimsy, she is also unfailingly kind.

Alongside her penchant for mischief, Arly possesses a fun-loving spirit. She delights in joyous moments and seeks out opportunities to experience excitement and adventure. Her idea of fun often involves elaborate games and tests of wit, where she can showcase her intelligence and cleverness. She relishes in the laughter and camaraderie that these moments bring, cherishing the connections she forms with others.

Despite her playful nature, Arly is not to be underestimated. Beneath the surface, she carries a sense of wisdom and ancient knowledge, gathered from her experiences throughout the ages. She is fiercely independent, valuing her freedom and autonomy. Loyalty and respect are crucial to her, and those who manage to gain her trust and friendship will find her a steadfast and protective ally.

Description

At an impressive 100+ feet long, Zemparlys is a force to be reckoned with when in her native dragon shape. Her sleek and sinuous form glides through the air or water with a mesmerizing grace that appears almost liquid-like. Possessing a long, serpentine body - her scales ripple with hues of deep, velvety black, creating an ever-changing play of color. The black backdrop of her body serves as a canvas for a remarkable display of iridescence. When the light catches her scales just right, a stunning array of colors emerges, shimmering like a radiant rainbow. Vivid hues of sapphire blue, emerald green, amethyst purple, and fiery orange dance across her body, creating a hypnotic spectacle that seems to shift and change as she moves.

Running the length of her body is a silky, moonlight-white mane ending in a lionine tail tuft. Like her scales, her mane possesses that same iridescent quality that swirls around her in the air and in the water, adding to her ethereal presence. Her talons and swept back, multi-point horns are a pale gold in color, sporting thin filaments that thread around and through them in patterns reminiscent of tree rings. Similar filaments run along her sides beneath her scales, lending a haunting glow to her when she uses her magic.

In her normal day to day, Arly prefers to wear the shape of the suceran people. Her coloring is similar to her dragon form, with white head markings and a darker toned body. Unlike native sucerans, however, she retains her eerie crystal blue eye color.