இ The Basics____________________
Name: Zhivka Yinxing
Nickname(s):
◆ Zhiv, Zivi
◆ Zhihan Ye, Zhi, Zhizhi
◆ Gao Zhi
◆ Spirit Lantern
Age: 24
Gender: Female
Sexual Orientation: Lesbian
Stage: Two
Faction: Undecided
Race: Nephilim
Type: Mnemonist
Magic Theme: Five-Flavored Tea of Thymesis (Light/Holy)
Abilities: Zhivka's unique ability revolves around memory: aided by physical contact, the memories of others appear vividly in her head, and she can transfer her own to another person. The memories in question appear only a few at a time, and must be focused on (as in, the person is consciously recalling or has recently remembered them) in order for Zhivka to see or transfer them. As much as she has tried to hone this ability, more often than not, it happens randomly, and sometimes unwillingly. An easier aspect to control is seeing memories linked to items: contact with a cherished item gives her visions of memories associated with it. They resonate most strongly if the owner of the item is deceased. Spirits in general are an exception to the 'physical contact' requirement: unbidden visions appear due to vengeful ghosts or areas with high levels of spiritual activity. Later on, Zhivka's power may be expanded to erasing or recovering lost memories.
She also has some skill in conjuration and can create small orbs of light. They aid in minor feats of healing magic, but (at the moment) cannot be used offensively. As an alchemist, Zhivka specializes in Creation alchemy, and she often experiments with the effects of her potions by infusing them into tea.
Occupation: Teahouse Owner
Battle Style/Magic/Alchemy: Zhivka is a graceful and aggressive melee fighter. She uses attacks that aim to dispatch the enemy as quickly as possible. While best at making potions that temporarily increase the drinker's skills or mental acuity, in battle she favors using Flash Powder, which produces dazzling light to briefly stun opponents.
Favored Weapon/Item: Trading in her shrine staff for a more offensive weapon, Zhivka wields a decorated gunlance called Jiuyuan. It can function normally as a halberd, but with a gun barrel built into the handle, it can also be flipped around to be used as a rifle. Jiuyuan is much heavier than it looks, but Zhivka appears to be used to its weight.
Notable Skills: Excellent memory, minor clairvoyance, basic healing, cooking
Quote: "I've got a lot in common with ghosts. I'm not the type to forgive and forget."
இ Physical Description_____________
Eye Colour: Gold, so bright that they seem to glow. They gleam even more brightly when she uses magic. In place of a pupil, she has the pale outline of a ginkgo leaf.
Hair Colour: Black, tinted dark reddish-brown.
Hair Length and Style: Shaved at the sides, while the rest trails down to her waist. She normally wears it up in a ponytail, held together with a delicate golden ornament.
Skin Tone: Golden brown, dotted sparsely with light gold flecks. They're most obvious on her face, particularly around her eyes.
Body Build: Zhivka stands tall and regal, with a combination of voluptuous curves and fine angles. Her large breasts and hips are countered by the sharp points of her hipbones and shoulders.
Fashion: Prefers flowing, loose-fitting clothes made of breathable fabric (like silk) that allows for easy movement. Comfortable with her body, Zhivka doesn't mind showing some skin, and even seems to prefer it, only donning heavy coats and jackets when absolutely necessary. She dresses primarily in neutral colors like cream and brown, but accents them with gold and sometimes red.
Extra: Unable to pass herself off as a regular human because of her ginkgo-shaped pupils and long pointed ears. A golden ginkgo symbol lies in the middle of her forehead.
இ The Details____________________
Personality: Zhivka carries herself with her head held high, wearing the traits that mark her as a Nephilim with pride. Strong-willed and uncompromising, Zhivka's confidence can occasionally come off as severe stubbornness, making her seem difficult to approach. However, despite her austere appearance, Zhivka is charming and sociable in manner, her quiet intensity in all things contrasted by her easy smile and laugh. She's quick to engage others in conversation and ply them for their thoughts and opinions, but seldom offers her own, hiding them behind humor and vagueries. Above all, Zhivka is passionate: her pleasantries hide a fierce sense of independence and a slow-burning temper. Often restless, Zhivka believes in hard work and loves challenge; she has a bad tendency to be impulsive when under-stimulated.
Strengths: Sociable, passionate, determined, hard-working, meticulous
Weaknesses: Reckless, secretive, stubborn, judgmental, tends to hold grudges
Talents/Hobbies: Collecting and brewing tea, mock fortune telling, writing, calligraphy, gambling
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