Seven Dancing Veils

A Whirldwind Force

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The Seven Dancing Veils is a fairly well known dance and entertainment troupe hailing from the village of Itheus in Ar'Lasang Vaerda'Ky- the Pirate nation of Tolara founded by Thecina Hechae in 6056; the troup consists of seven Genasi women of no actual relation, who call themselves sisters after having grown up together in an Orphanage.   As children they began performing together at a young age in an effort to pass the time. Their dance group quickly gained local fame and became well known for their unique methods of dance using large fans and veils. It wasn't until 6431, however, that they were discovered by Algan Vathorn and gained widespread notoriety; an Eris'kan noble who happened to be visiting Nunila on a temporary diplomatic assignment, he invited them to perform for the Eris'kan Royal Family. Their performance at court was well received, and they became a favored troupe among Tolara's elite society.   Each of the 7 sisters is well known for a particular magical talent used in their performances. Seeking to further improve both their Fan and magical skills in order to break into Mercenary work, they became one of the first people granted access to study with ellusive Sarian Lapitook Tribe- renowned in Martova for their fan based martial styles.
Type of Group
Mercenary

Members

 
Jin-Yi Sang
Species
Genasi; Water   Biological Sex
Female   Age
52   Talent
Illusion
Weapon
Dual Fans   Voice
Thick Low   Height
5'8   Weight
170
Hair
Long; light silver   Eyes
Bright; powder blue   Skin
Pale; Blue
  Leader of the Seven Dancing Veils, and eldest of the Ramoli sisters; motivated by despair- feelings which have recently gotten much stronger; they can be impulsive at times and get annoyed easily when they can't follow through with their plan, but are loyal to those that earn their trust.
 
 
Mai-Tae Lam
Species
Genasi; Water   Biological Sex
Female   Age
50   Talent
Transmutation
Weapon
Short Sword   Voice
Midrange   Height
5'9   Weight
170
Hair
Long; Dark Blue   Eyes
Dull; Black   Skin
Pale; Blue
  Second eldest of the Ramoli sisters; motivated by resentment, twisted love, and envy stemming from conflicting sources- especially from feigned ambition and big-headedness; frequently moody she's often bored and broods a lot, but is typically courteous to others despite her intter turmoil.
 
 
Priya Anagal
Species
Genasi; Air   Biological Sex
Female   Age
49   Talent
Enchantment
Weapon
Daggers   Voice
Clear High   Height
5'4   Weight
170
Hair
Long; White   Eyes
Dull; Black   Skin
Pale; Peach
  Third eldest of the Ramoli sisters; easily impressed by many things, and goes out of her way to be considerate of others; a refined and mannered person, she hides a deep suspicion of people. She keeps herself in control, however, and is often motivated by stubbornness and misplaced honor.
 
 
Ambika Dalvi
Species
Genasi; Fire   Biological Sex
Female   Age
46   Talent
Dunamancy
Weapon
Halberd   Voice
Polished   Height
5'6   Weight
170
Hair
Long; Black   Eyes
Honey   Skin
Tanned; Peach
  Middle child of the Ramoli sisters; A dependable and patient woman, she hides a deep shame at not measuring up to her sisters, and is motivated by a strong desire to proove herself to others.
 
Tangsin Hapai
Species
Genasi; Air   Biological Sex
Female   Age
44   Talent
Necromancy
Weapon
Fans   Voice
Gentle   Height
5'6   Weight
170
Hair
Short; White   Eyes
Honey   Skin
Light; Peach
  Third youngest of the Ramoli sisters, she shares her sister Ambika's desire to prove herself to her siblings; a polite and quiet woman she's often bored and desires something more from life. Despite these feelings, she doesn't know what "more" entails for her yet.
 
 
Malia Leapam
Species
Genasi; Earth   Biological Sex
Female   Age
43   Talent
Evocation
Weapon
Yanmaodao   Voice
Warm   Height
5'7   Weight
170
Hair
Short; Black   Eyes
Honey   Skin
Tanned
  Second youngest of the Ramoli sisters and twin sister of Kelia; a philosophical woman, she's prone to frequent bouts of lethargy and low mood- which doesn't help her deeply rooted self-hatred. Still, she values her integrity and has a strong moral compass, and tries her hardest to be considerate of others.
 
 
Kelia Leapam
Species
Genasi; Earth   Biological Sex
Female   Age
43   Talent
Conjuration
Weapon
Yanmaodao   Voice
Softspoken   Height
5'6   Weight
170
Hair
Medium; Black   Eyes
Honey   Skin
Tanned
  Youngest of the Ramoli sisters and twin sister of Malia; like her sister she's also softspoken and philosophical. However, she's frank and has a much sillier personality, and is motivated more by an overwhelming curiosity about the world. Above all she values trustworthiness and loyalty.
 





Cover image: Reaching Hand by Min An

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Jan 24, 2021 01:27 by Dr Emily Vair-Turnbull

I love the history that this group have, growing up together in the orphanage and seeing each other as sisters. I bet their dynamics are really fascinating.

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Aug 1, 2022 17:49 by Anna Katherina

It's too bad my players haven't gotten to explore them yet; they were introduced to them in the last campaign but we had to end it because of health almost immediately after their introduction. RIP!

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Dec 16, 2022 00:08

An entertainment group turned mercenaries? *Snatch*! (Just kidding, I wouldn't do that to you. But an inspiring concept for sure!) The backstory of these women is heartwarming, which does make them as a group of dancers stand out on a deeper level. I also think it's sick how these women converted their skills into a usable fighting style!

Dec 18, 2022 22:51 by Anna Katherina

Oh snatch away, ha. It's hardly an original concept, I'm sure! I'm very happy to know so many seem to be resonating with them!

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