Are you a morning person, or more of a night owl?
Early to bed, early to rise; makes an elf healthy, wealthy and wise.
What’s the first thing you notice about a person when you meet them?
Whether they look happy. But only when I’m off-duty. On duty, it’s what weapons they have.
You see a huge spider in your room, what do you do?
I’m gonna name them Persimmon.
If you could go back and change one decision you made in the past, what would you change?
I read a book where that causes a time paradox and a Spitespawn Tiefling cultist replaces the Amira. I don’t think I want to make a Spitespawn Tiefling cultist the Amira, so I probably just wouldn’t.Tell me about your first kiss.
I couldn’t possibly without Butterfly’s permission.
Do you give people second chances?
I do, except when it’s against the rules, like in Trivial Pursuit.
Are you a cat person or a dog person?
I love all animals, but I think cats are a bit too smart for me.
Do you think you’re attractive?
More than once I’ve been distracted by catching sight of an unusually handsome man, and when I go to point him out it’s always just my reflection.
What’s your worst habit?
I spend a lot of time at the mirror every morning.
When was the last time you cried?
Four hours ago. I saw a fawn. It was so small.
Are you a good liar?
Never got the hang of it, no.
What’s your biggest pet peeve?
Peeve is a badger we tamed. He’s not very big, unless you’re smaller than a badger.
Have you ever had your heart broken?
No, I got lucky with Butterfly early on.
Are you more likely to use your fists or your words in an argument?
I prefer to use my words but they pay me to use this bow.
What’s something you’re naturally good at?
I’m very good at convincing people to give me and my friends discounts.
What’s something you had to work hard to be good at?
Shooting arrows from flying carpets. There’s a lot of maths involved, and I can’t always ask Butterfly for help with the calculations because she’s the one who steers the carpet.
Can you tell when someone is flirting with you?
Naw, I always have to ask. They usually say yes though.
Do you think money can buy happiness?
I’m sure I’d be happy without money so long as I still had Butterfly.
Do you believe in destiny?
The lady who cuts my hair? I think so. But I guess she could be a very good fake.
Are you a good cook?
It took me a while to learn, but I taught myself. Just don’t make me try to cook with cabbage. I tried it once and burned down the kitchen.
What do you think happens after you die?
There’s a Garden Beyond the Stars, isn’t there? That’s what mama always said.
Did you have to grow up fast?
No. My parents homeschooled me so I didn’t have to master social situations until I was 108.
Who do you look up to?
Captain Tarn taught me nearly everything I know about guarding things. She’s so much smarter than I am. Oh, and Butterfly. She’s also smarter than I am. A lot of people seem to be smarter than I am.
When you go to a tavern, what do you order?
Pomegranate and raspberry milkshake. But with soy milk. It turns out real milk isn’t vegan.
What do you like most about yourself?
I can fit six pine cones in my mouth.
What do you like least about yourself?
Apparently I attract Divs, it turns out, according to Captain Tarn. That seems dangerous.
Do you want kids someday?
Oh yes, when we’re ready. We’re going to call our firstborn Qumulus, after Butterfly’s great-great-grandmother who invented the flying carpet.
Are you a planner or more spontaneous?
I’m bad at making plans. I’m more used to doing what I’m told.
Can you keep a secret?
Not very well.
Do you like being the centre of attention?
I don’t know. I always seem to be whether I want it or not, so it’s hard to judge.
If you knew you were going to die tomorrow, what would you do today?
I’d try to convince Captain Tarn to give Butterfly the day off, so we could both go walk around the Wall one last time.
Do you enjoy getting all dressed up for a special occasion?
It’s fun! I have three suits.
Where do you feel safe?
Oh, anywhere with my squadmates. I know they always have my back.
Do you love or hate being alone?
Oh, it’s ok. I can entertain myself with my thoughts.
What’s the last nightmare you remember having?
Something about lots of biting cabbages and a giant eye.
Do you admit to mistakes when you make them?
Of course, otherwise the captain wouldn’t trust me.
Do you want to grow up to be like your parents?
Sure. They seem nice.
How do you deal with being sick? Are you stoic or super whiney?
I don’t like it one bit. Butterfly makes me stay home so I don’t spread it to the squad. She’s clever like that.
What did your parents expect from you when you were born?
My parents never expected much of me. It was very low-pressure.
Do you have a strong sense of style?
Yeah, I mean, it’s important to know what goes with your complexion. I’m lucky that a lot of things go with mine.
Would you rather camp outdoors or stay the night in an inn?
I like to camp out in the gardens with Butterfly whenever we both have a night off at once.
Is there a food that most people like but you absolutely hate?
Oh, lots. I’m a strict vegan. And I don’t trust cabbages.
Are you more of a hoarder or a minimalist?
I don’t like clutter. I lose things too easily.
Are you superstitious?
I always find it hard to tell which stories are superstitions and which ones are real, so I try to stick to all of them at once.
Are you the kind of person who remembers people’s birthdays and pet’s names and stuff?
Not very easily, but I keep notes for myself to make sure they stick.
What do you do to feel better when you’re sad?
There’s a little arboretum in the grounds where I practise my gymnastics.
Is it hard for you to trust someone?
I don’t think so; it just seems to happen on its own.
Are you susceptible to peer pressure?
I don’t think so. What’s that?
If you decided to stop adventuring and settle down, what kind of job would you take?
Butterfly already has an offer from her cousin to get me a job as a cabana boy for one of the spas the noble ladies go to. I’ve learned sixteen ways of folding towels, just in case.
As a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?
A Ranger. But I failed the exam, so I just became a guard.
